try to convince you that as long as you have a belief in God then you can do whatever you want or live however you wish.

One more thing, the world IS looking for something more than they have. Whether or not they accept it isn't up to us. However, if we don't do a good job presenting and representing what they need, they may never be open to it again.

Love you guys
DK

afterSHOCK,

one of you keeps pushing my button about doing outreach. which we will be doing this year. however, in thinking about that outreach, I read an article about Lady Gaga and a protestor that she encountered at her concert. (I also watched the video.) There were a couple of things though that got my attention:

1st-the way the protestor handled the encounter. Long story short; if you get the opportunity to actually address the issue you're protesting, do it in a way that gives you and those who may come after you credibility. Don't come across as ignorant or insensitive. Love IS EVERYTHING. Sin is sin, but that doesn't mean LOVE can't exist towards the individual(s).

2nd-Lady Gaga said to the protestor that her and those in her show believe in God. AWESOME, HOWEVER, the Bible says that even the devil believes in one God and trembles. If you believe in God, you HAVE to go another step farther!

Young people, it's absolutely important that you don't let anyone try to

afterSHOCK,

tomorrow we will go over the rules for the (just for fun) March Madness afterSHOCK bracket challenge. There is no fee to enter, but YOU must keep track of your bracket.

love you guys!
DK

afterSHOCK,

it's been a little while since I last blogged. just want to give you some info and a question of the week.

1st: don't forget our first youth service March 13. you guys will be doing the music, singing, testifying, as well as our drama we talked about. we will also be serving food after service.

2nd: don't forget our trip to Perfect North slopes. $25/person. we are going to have a good time.

ok, now for your question of the week. no quiz, just a question.
Q: snickers or 3 musketeers

ok afterSHOCK,... trivia question

where in the Bible is the Italian band mentioned?

please answer in the form of a question.

Greetings shockwaves!

I'm writing you today to let you know that I can now blog from my phone to the blog site. (I love technology) Now, hopefully, I will be updating the blog with more thoughts,ideas,surveys, and info.

Please keep coming back on a regular basis. Don't keep this blog to yourself, share the info with other young people as well.

We love you guys! God bless!
DK

It's easier to conform than to stand up and stand out. However, just remember that you don't have to stand alone. 3 Hebrew boys stood together in the face of conformation.

If you feel like you're standing alone, just remember that God is there with you. Jen and I along with your church family are here for you and we love you.

Don't be afraid to stand out. We are are called to be a city on a hill. When you find it hard to stand, find a place to pray. God will give you the strength to stand.