fgn tv feedback, and upcoming 6-1-05 show info

Hi all,

On Wed. 5-17-05, I interviewed J. Jackson from the Christian music group "ApologetiX" ( http://apologetix.com/ ). I thought it went very well. I played 3 clips of their music; and J. shared his faith in Christ, his motivation, and what God has been doing in his life recently. One thing I picked-up from him was his devotion to Bible reading. He reads the Bible daily, and has read through the entire Bible each year, for many years. I need to do that...

My next show is on Wed. June 1st, 2005. I'll be interviewing an author on a research book about "tithing." (See http://www.FreeGoodNews.com for a free download of the book.) Many churches today use "tithing" as a manipulative tool to get donors to contribute. As Christians, the tithe should not be our practice; rather, a practice and mentality called "stewardship." In my experience, those who advocate that Christians should tithe also redefine the word "tithe" (they don't use the Old Testament practice and definition).

Now playing at the webcast site ( http://www.oneplace.com/ministries/247/ ):

Apologetix samples, 3-pack
Sunday, May 15, 2005
The Apostle Paul tells us to be transformed by the renewing of our mind. We need to stop thinking worldly, and instead spiritually. The world has some great music, and the Christian music group "Apologetix" is out to transform these lyrics, and thus, thoughts. Visit apologetix.com for more free parody songs of top hits, new and used.
Romans 12:2

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...Bernie
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TV Show Wed. 5-18-5 & music (love shack???)

Hi all,

Tomorrow night, Wed. 5-17-05, I'll be interviewing J. Jackson from the Christian music group "ApologetiX" ( http://apologetix.com/ ). It's on cable channel 11, available throughout the Portland, OR., metro area. I'll be playing some of their samples and J. Jackson will be sharing a little about his faith in Christ. It will be available at the webcast site at a later date.

Now playing at the webcast site ( http://www.oneplace.com/ministries/247/ ).

Parody of "Love Shack," Converted
Sunday, May 15, 2005
The Apostle Paul tells us to be transformed by the renewing of our mind. We need to stop thinking worldly, and instead spiritually. The world has some great music, and the Christian music group "Apologetix" is out to transform these lyrics, and thus, thoughts. Today we hear their parody version of the B52's "Love Shack," which tells the story of faith in the midst of the fire (facing Nebuchadnezzar-sized problems). Visit apologetix.com for more free parody songs of top hits, new and used.
Romans 12:2

Please continue to send me feedback on the shows, webcasts, articles, etc. to:
feedback@FreeGoodNews.com .

...Bernie
http://www.oneplace.com/ministries/247/

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5-8-05 webcast: music

Hi all,

Now being webcast (click here to see):

Parody of "867-5309/Jenny," Converted
Sunday, May 08, 2005
The Apostle Paul tells us to be transformed by the renewing of our mind. We need to stop thinking worldly, and instead spiritually. The world has some great music, and the Christian music group "Apologetix" is out to transform these lyrics, and thus, thoughts. Today we hear their parody version of "867-5309/Jenny," which tells the story of how God told Abraham to sacrifice his son Isaac, to foreshadow the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. Visit apologetix.com for more free parody songs of top hits, new and used.
Verse: Romans 12:2

I have a future TV show interview with them, scheduled for May 18, 2005, in Portland Oregon.

Please continue to send me feedback on the shows, webcasts, articles, etc. to: feedback@FreeGoodNews.com .

...Bernie
http://www.oneplace.com/ministries/247/

If you would like to make a tax-deductable online donation by credit card, click here. You can also send a check to this address:

FreeGoodNews.com
2373 NW 185, #123
Hillsboro, OR 97124-7076

Movies... "The Kingdom of Heaven" and others...

For those seeing the new movie “The Kingdom of Heaven,” you may be curious about the Crusades (what, where, why, etc.). The movie is set in this time period and event. In response to these questions, some groups are providing additional information. Here are some articles that were written because of the interest generated from the movie (click on the underlined links):

REVIEW: KINGDOM OF HEAVEN
Discerning the Will of Allah
In this epic crusades film, both sides puzzle over what God wants.
Review by Peter T. Chattaway

The Real History of the Crusades
A series of holy wars against Islam led by power-mad popes and fought by religious fanatics? Think again.
By Thomas F. Madden

CHRISTIAN HISTORY CORNER
How Could Christians Crusade?
Why followers of the Prince of Peace waged war.
By Bruce L. Shelley

Also, here are two good movie picks:

1. "Millions." It starts out slow, but it picks up steam later. The theme of the movie addresses "the love of money." You'll probably be a more generous person after seeing this movie. It's still showing on a few screens.

2. "Diary of a Mad Black Woman." This is a very funny movie, and also has a strong theme of forgiveness, faith, and prayer. This may no longer be available on the big screen.

...Bernie

http://www.oneplace.com/ministries/247/

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Hi all,

I'm writing this Wed. night, right after the live TV show. Our topic was the Bible book of Genesis. Does it sound like a fairy tale (magic apples, talking snakes, etc.)? Paul and Ben from the Portland Chapter of "Reasons to Believe" gave some interesting comments (click here for their website). We had five callers, but only time to take three of them.

We had our share of technical difficulties (screetching sounds, hitting wrong buttons, etc.). I clean these shows up for webcast, so it's ok. I guess you "get what you pay for" (we are all volunteers; no paid staff). Unlike ministers, we aren't paid to be good; we're good for nothing.

The bottom line: creation is evidence of a Creator. It's such nonsense to think that a brainless "nature" could create things so complex (for example, DNA) that even intelligent humans can't figure it out. It may be a mystery regarding how God did it, but that He did it should be obvious (by definition, evolution is Godless). Do you have a relationship with the Creator of the universe and everything in it?

I'm looking forward to my next show on May 18th. I'll be interviewing some members of the Christian group Apologetix (click here for their website).

Please continue to send me feedback on the shows, webcasts, articles, etc. to: feedback@FreeGoodNews.com .

...Bernie
http://www.oneplace.com/ministries/247/

FreeGoodNews.com is now a 501(c)(3) nonprofit ministry. If you would like to make a tax-deductable online donation by credit card, click here. You can also send a check to this address:

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5/4/05: TV show tonite: Genesis, fairy tales?

Hi all,

"Reasons to Believe" (RTB) Chapter members Paul Bell and Ben Clifton will be guests on the FreeGoodNews.com TV Show tonight, Wednesday May 4th, 2005, 8pm, cable Channel 11 in the Portland area. For more info on the Portland chapter of RTB, click here. The show will be later edited for webcast at the webcast website (click here).

Our topic will be: Genesis: Fact or Fairytale? We’ll be addressing the question of how to interpret Genesis 1-3. Were there talking snakes and magic apples? Is it a myth? Literal or figurative? Fact or Fairytale?

Please tune in! Phone lines will open for questions.

Please continue to send me feedback on the shows, webcasts, articles, etc. to: feedback@FreeGoodNews.com .

...Bernie
http://www.oneplace.com/ministries/247/

FreeGoodNews.com is now a 501(c)(3) nonprofit ministry.
If you would like to make a tax-deductable online donation by credit card, click here.

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5/2/05: Free Music: Apologetix.com

Hi all,

Now playing at the webcast site (click here to see):

Queen's Bohemian Rhapsody, Converted
Sunday, May 01, 2005
The Apostle Paul tells us to be transformed by the renewing of our mind. We need to stop thinking worldly, and instead spiritually. The world has some great music, and the Christian music group "Apologetix" is out to transform these lyrics, and thus, thoughts. Today we hear their parody version of Queen's hit "Bohemian Rhapsody," which describes the Biblical story of the fight between David and Goliath. Visit apologetix.com for more free parody songs of top hits, new and used.
Romans 12:2

To see more songs from Apologetix, free, click here. Some of my favorites are their renditions of the Beatle's "Yesterday," B-52's "Love Shack," and Pink Floyd's "Brick in the Wall." They also have their converted lyrics online, so it's fun to read while you hear them play. I have a future TV show interview with them, scheduled for May 18, 2005.

Please continue to send me feedback on the shows, webcasts, articles, etc. to: feedback@FreeGoodNews.com .

...Bernie
http://www.oneplace.com/ministries/247/

PS: FreeGoodNews.com is now a 501(c)(3) nonprofit ministry. If you would like to make a tax-deductable online donation by credit card, click here. You can also send a check to this address:

FreeGoodNews.com
2373 NW 185, #123
Hillsboro, OR 97124-7076