5 1/2 Unusual Church Service Moments

Church is a diverse place. It will make you, laugh, make you mad, and make you cry. Here are some clips - they are mostly about a 1 minute or less. I hope you enjoy my twisted menu of what we call church.

So tell me, which of the following videos would Jesus be like, "that ain't me!"

Comments

Revsimmy said…

When I hit the button for Cardboard Testimonies I wasn't expecting to watch more than a minute, but it was powerful gripping stuff and brought a lump to my throat. Much more compelling than the "Revival Fire". I know that a few minutes of video is not enough evidence to form a proper judgement, but I couldn't help wondering which church is bearing more real fruit?

August 25, 2010 at 11:21 AM

David said…

@Rev - yeah, I love that clip! Gets me every time I watch it.

One does not know how folks are responding to the power of God in Revival Fire - maybe healing, maybe awe, who knows.

But for certain, these clips were out of the ordinary.

August 25, 2010 at 2:50 PM

photogr said…

I would have to say the one with the cardboard testimonials is the true productive church.

I find doubts on the tape of a row of people falling over alledgedly being possessed by the Holy spirit as if on command. Seems fake. I don't think any man born today ( pastor or missionary) can have such God given grace or power to put many into a seemingly identical trance all at once. These people were duped or actors.

Motorcycles in church? And the others.Yeah, some were humorous, others, offensive.

Perhaps I am showing my age but I feel a relationship with God is something to be held in the highest of respect and reverence with an individual and personal touch. It is the holiest of moments to be shared and private between God and you.

August 26, 2010 at 12:13 AM

Mad Libs: An Unforgettable Church Service

Hopefully you have heard of Mad Libs (R) ! They are stories that you blindly fill in the blanks for articles of grammar and then read the completed story. Since I was a kid, these have always been a hoot. I decided to make up my own. Just fill in the blanks next time you are at small group and then read it back. It is sure to shake up a few religious spirits. An Unforgettable Church Service We arrived at _________ ( time of day ) at the Church of the Holy _________ ( noun ). It was ___________ ( day of week ) and we got out of the _________ ( mode of transportation ). We were dressed in our __________ ( day of week ) best. We all held _________ ( plural body part ) as we crossed the street. Today was special because it was ___________ (holiday) and the kids look forward to receiving _________ ( noun ) as part of the celebration. Pastor _________ ( name ) was there to greet us and shake our ________ ( body part ). He welcomed my __________ ( family member ) with a big _________ ( bodil...

God is Great, Beer is Good, and People are Crazy

There was a discussion on Facebook today about how some people think Christians are "whack jobs." Regardless, God is still great. I don't really know much about beer. I haven't had one in just about 30 years. There are a lot of folks that consider themselves to be Christian. Some because they do good, and others because they have faith in God or are born again-- and others because they grew up in a Christian denomination. Far be it from me to decide who is in, and who is out. Some say we'll be surprised at who is going to be there, and others say who think they are in will be surprised when they are rejected at the Pearly Gates. Hmmm... But let's say you are a real Christian who is feeling passionate about doing something for God. You know something beyond throwing a few bucks in the offering plate and trying to be a good person. The church calls it service or ministry, which could include such things as: reading scriptures on Sunday morning, planning a harves...

5 1/2 The Home Group Experience

For years I have attended small groups, or home fellowships as they are sometimes called. They are an interesting blend of intimacy, arm chair theology and the real Jesus. Here is my take on the anatomy of a home or small group meeting -1 Worship: This is the time when we tell the Lord how much we love him in song. We praise him as the wight of the world lifts off our shoulders and we come into the presence of Almighty God. Err - get something to drink, take a large handful of chocolate covered pretzels because we skipped dinner, and make a plan for the soft couch instead of the miniature folding chairs from kids church. -2 Unofficial Potty Break: On the 15th chorus of I Could Sing of Your Love Forever (how come no one dances to that song?) it's a good time to beat the rush. Beware, once someone gets up, it is a sign for others to make their moves for the coffee pot, the peanut dish and the brownies. It is a li...

Apostle David Johndrow - Fire And Grace

Search This Blog