Not Even a Hint... Response to "50-Shades of Grey"

It's that time of year again. "Love" is in the air and the box office is set to cash in. This weekend is the release of the movie "50-Shades of Grey" based off of the novel by the same title, but it's not Biblical Christ-centered love they are peddling and we need to be extremely careful how we respond. With that in mind, I wanted to share a few of my thoughts through a couple of these great resources. I couldn't say it better myself and didn't think I should try to reinvent the wheel so here you go. I encourage you to check out each of the resources below.

"But among you there must not be even a hint of sexual immorality, or of any kind of impurity, or of greed, because these are improper for God’s holy people." (Ephesians 5:3)

A thoughtful article written to women: 50 SHADES OF LEMONADE

Dave Wilson on "50 Shades of Grey" from Kensington on Vimeo.

The Story of Ian & Larissa from Desiring God on Vimeo.

City on Hill wk 1: "Blessed with a Burden"

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Message Extras:
- GreatCommission2020.com
- City on a Hill Trailer

"What do you do when you feel like quitting?" (The Movement: Acts 27-28)

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Recommended Resources:
- Derek Redmond's Incredible Olympic Story

"What do you do when you feel stuck?" (The Movement: Acts 24-26)

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Recommended Resources
- Timeline of the Book of Acts (from Biblehub)
- Timeline of Acts with Current Events

Blessed with a Great Team

So blessed to be part of an amazing team at Evident Church! These leaders give selflessly of their time, energy, resources, and passion for the Kingdom and glory of God. They love Jesus, love His church, and love each other very much. They are great friends, great ministry leaders, and great people. I feel extremely rich and blessed to be part of such an amazing team. With leaders like these I know Evident's future is bright.

Romans 12:6-8 "We have different gifts, according to the grace given us. If a man’s gift is prophesying, let him use it in proportion to his faith. If it is serving, let him serve; if it is teaching, let him teach; if it is encouraging, let him encourage; if it is contributing to the needs of others, let him give generously; if it is leadership, let him govern diligently; if it is showing mercy, let him do it cheerfully."