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Friday is for Friends

Thursday September 4, 2008   ~   9 Comments

Politics
palinstet.pngThe Bible says we should be slow to speak. Good idea. Something I said on Twitter while watching the RNC was picked up by Brian Ayers - and he is encouraging me to run for office in 2012 with Sarah Palin. It's probably a good match in some ways, though I am afraid she would beat me in a hunting contest.

But we do share a sense of style. It looks like we shop at the same store for our glasses (Lenscrafters, I am guessing). But I'm not sure where Brian get's the idea that I am smaller than Palin. And why am I hiding behind her?

Missionaries
When some people think of international and cross cultural missionaries they conjure up unrealistic images super-saints. Here's a video that shows a more honest picture of those who have gone into West Africa; who they were before life on the mission field, and who they are now.

To learn more visit www.gowestafrica.org/cardboard

BTW: If you know an SBC-affiliated 20 something guy or gal, the West Africa mission has a fully-funded (insured and salaried) 2 year mission experience with their name on it! (They have a real need for guys especially because in some of the cultures in Africa guys can go places women are not allowed.)

Posted on September 4, 2008 at 10:28 PM   ~   9 Comments

Tagged with: 2012, africa, mission, palin, politics, sbc, video

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9 Comments

By Peter on September 5, 2008 4:04 PM

Apparently you haven't been following the latest bunch of Sarah Palin jokes - very similar to Chuck Norris jokes. That would probably explain why you would hide behind her and be smaller. :)

By Danny Gilliam on September 5, 2008 5:21 PM

Ed, Thanks for linking to the video. It reminds me that God can and does use anybody. It also encourages me.

By Jason Gerdes on September 5, 2008 8:33 PM

Do u know if they will take married with kid couples fir west Africa or are they wanting just single 20somethings?

By Mary Beth on September 6, 2008 2:58 PM

I'm with the International Mission Board in West Africa. I wanted to respond to Jason's comment and let everyone know we'd love to have more families with kids come serve here - we're looking for people of all ages, married or not married! Check out www.gowestafrica.org/go to explore our opportunities for service.

By Kathryn on September 6, 2008 10:39 PM

Hey Ed
I laughed so hard when I saw the Palin/Stetzer button. I would vote for you!!
As for the West Africa gig - is that Journeyman? Is there a requirement of finishing the college degree? Aaron would love this and needs it, but not through with school. I think it would help him define some life goals.

By Ed StetzerAuthor Profile Page on September 7, 2008 12:58 PM

Kathryn,

If I was on the ticket with anyone, it would be a sign of the complete failure of the society and government. Grin.

I don't know about Aaron, but I know they have lots of info at www.gowestafrica.org/go. Check it out... and email me if you need more info.

By Larry on September 8, 2008 6:11 AM

Looks like this campaign is rolling!

http://www.inews3.com/topstory.php?id=45647c537465747a6572

By Nancy on September 8, 2008 10:34 AM

Where do I pick up my yard sign?

Ed, all you have to do to get people to vote for you is to tell your Cheez-It story. Then we would know you were a just a regular guy like us.

By Tom on September 9, 2008 5:13 PM

There are short-term (one month to several months) missions projects called Hands On for young adults and college students. The projects are run through the International Mission Board and cost $2600 no matter what job you feel called to fill. Go to www.thetask.org for the details. You can serve in Asia and Europe as well as Africa.

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