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Author Archives: Victoria Emily Jones
Tee Time: What Wouldn’t Jesus Do?
Found at bustedtees.com.
WWJD, Part 2: Excerpt from “In His Steps,” on True Discipleship
There’s not much else I can add to these two well-stated calls to authentic discipleship. I’ll only emphasize the importance of personal touch in Jesus’ ministry, something that many Christians tend to avoid. We like our ease and our comfort … Continue reading
WWJD, Part 1: Origin of the Phrase
“What would Jesus do?” Christians have been asking themselves this question in one form or another since Christianity was founded. But in the 1890s, these four particular words became a household phrase for members of Central Congregational Church in Topeka, … Continue reading
Posted in Pop Culture
Tagged charles m. sheldon, in his steps, social gospel, what would jesus do, wwjd trend
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Tee Time: Jesus was more Goth than you
Here’s a transcription of the text on the T-shirt (the font is a bit hard to read): Jesus was more Goth than you. – he is referred to as Lord Jesus. – he was … Continue reading
Jesus Runs in Santa Race
(AP Photo / Francois Mori) This photo was taken December 14, 2008, in Issy Les Moulineaux, Paris, France, at the annual Christmas Corrida Race. A pregnant Mary, or a Mary with a baby stroller, would have been more timely… but … Continue reading
Tee Time: I Want to Be Formal, But I’m Here to Party
Catch the reference? Found at snorgtees.com.
Posted in Jesus Kitsch
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Nativity Paintings from around the World
Behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. (Luke 2:10-11) Jesus Christ was born for … Continue reading
Posted in Non-Western Art, Western Art
Tagged african nativity, asian nativity, australian nativity, indian nativity, modern nativity
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8-lb, 6-oz Baby Jesus
This clip is from Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby (2006). I’m not recommending the movie (I’ve never seen it myself), but I think that this scene is telling of how people relate to Jesus. Ricky Bobby “likes the … Continue reading
Tee Time: Go Jesus! It’s your birthday!
Found at Rebel Fashion’s eBay store.
Top Christmas Ads of 2011
Every December, there are handfuls of churches and Christian organizations that put out advertisements to spark discussion about the true meaning of Christmas. Here are two from this year, both of which were unveiled last week and have gotten a … Continue reading
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