Archive for March 2008
TNT Update
Posted on Tuesday, March 25, 2008 at 5:16 PM by David Zavadil
The first week of November I began the TNT workout. My goal was to lose weight and lower my cholesterol. Yesterday I had my blood work done. I have officially a net loss of 17.5 pounds, according to my records. I said net loss becuase I have built some muscle, adding some weight. The more exciting new was that my cholesterol came down drastically. My total numbers went down from 217 to 178 and my ratio went from 5.2 to 3.7. While I realize that most who read this will go, "Huh?" Trust me, this is good news.
Posted in Family happenings (RSS), Locarb (RSS), TNT (RSS)
Comments Spammed
Posted on Sunday, March 23, 2008 at 6:27 PM by David Zavadil
My comments were spammed recently so I have eliminated them until I can find a better system.
Posted in Bible Study (RSS), Books (RSS), Commentary (RSS), Family happenings (RSS), Fear of God (RSS), Just For Fun (RSS), Locarb (RSS), Ministry (RSS), Mortification (RSS), Psalm 119 (RSS), Puritans (RSS), Stupid Movie Quotes (RSS), The Church (RSS), TNT (RSS)
Good Friday
Posted on Friday, March 21, 2008 at 3:43 PM by David Zavadil
Traffic was soooo light this morning. I was surprised by how many people apparently have "Good Friday" off. Last night we had an exciting and successful Seder. The meal and service went very smooth and we had about a half dozen visitors to boot. Tonight we will be hosting our first Tenebrae Service.
The service of Tenebrae, or "shadows," is an ancient tradition, used on the Friday before Easter to impress upon the hearts of believers the awful consequences of sin and the magnitude of the Savior's sacrifice. This service is very moving and an interesting way to head into the Easter Celebration on Sunday. Pray for us as we remember the cost that Christ paid for us on the cross.
Edited on: Friday, March 21, 2008 4:50 PMPosted in Commentary (RSS), Ministry (RSS)
Maundy Thursday
Posted on Thursday, March 20, 2008 at 8:50 AM by David Zavadil
Today is Maundy Thursday. It is the day we remember the "Last Supper." At EPC we will celebrate by hosting a Messianic Passover Seder. For the purists reading this, I know that today is not Passover, it is about a month from now. We are seeking to visually remember the last few days of Christ's life beginning with this Seder. Pray as we remember the pain that began with Judas's leaving during the supper to betray our Lord.
Posted in Commentary (RSS), Ministry (RSS)
Seeds of Hope
Posted on Wednesday, March 19, 2008 at 3:57 PM by David Zavadil
I haven't been writing much recently. I have been really busy and just have not slowed down enough to jot anything down or read. I do want to take a moment to share with you about a mission opportunity our fmily is involved at EPC.
We are preparing to take a team to Ballymena, Norhern Ireland for ten days of ministry. What makes this trip exciting for me, personally, is that my entire family will be joining me. My wife and younger children, 12 and 15, have never been on a mission project overseas. I am excited they will be joining the team.
During our time in Ballymena, we will be working along side of the Ballyloughan Presbyterian Church and Hillside Community Church. We will be participating in VBS, sports outreach, evangelism and community service projects in the Dunclug, Dunvale, and Millfield housing estates (in American English, they are called projects). Most of the people we will be ministering to are unchurched. Drug abuse is rampant in these estates among people living from paycheck to paycheck. Many immigrants and travelers (gypsies) live in these estates, making this an international opportunity.
Pray for our family and team as we prepare to go. We each have to raise $2000 for the trip. Please pray that the Lord will provide all of the monies needed. Pray for the hearts of the people of Ballymena. Pray for boldness to proclaim the gospel clearly. Pray about being a part of our support team. If God moves you to support our effort, you can contact me through this link Email David Zavadil.
Edited on: Wednesday, March 19, 2008 4:03 PMPosted in Family happenings (RSS), Ministry (RSS)
Carpe Blogdom
Posted on Saturday, March 01, 2008 at 5:18 PM by David Zavadil
Here are few sites worthy of checking out
The Puritan Library Just what it says, a library of puritan works. most are in pdf format.
The Bible Centre An online Library. A great resource for students and preachers on a limited budget. There is an annual fee to be able to access the library. It is well worth the price. ($20).
UnVeilinGlory The teaching ministry of some very old friends of mine (They are not old, I have just known them since 1981). They are based out of Richmond, Virginia. Check out their seminars entitled "Cat and Dog Theology."
Lyrical Theology This is the personal blog of Shai Linne. Shai is a Reformed Hip Hop artist. His new CD, "Atonement" has just been released. Check out this blog to read the lyrics and see what "Reformed Hip Hop" looks like. You can listen to samples on ITunes, just search for "Atonement" or Shai Linne.
Posted in Just For Fun (RSS), Puritans (RSS)