Things to blow your mind.

I've been enjoying some really amazing perspectives recently. First - this is especially interesting for those who follow Christ and are in the media - check out Shane Hipps.

MP3 sermon at Mars Hill in Michigan

MP3 talk

Shane was in the advertising world (and worked on the Porsche global account). Then he became a pastor. His insights into the impact of the medium on the message, the isolation and individualism that literacy and electronics bring, and the message of the cell phone are all making me rethink a lot in life. He's also written a book called "The hidden power of Electronic Culture." I hope to read that soon.

Also, check out Ted.com. On this website you'll find an amazing trove of current insights on religion, development, media, technology, entertainment, culture, and globalization. Amazing stuff. While you are at it - click over to WeFeelFine.org - a website that monitors the collective feelings of our planet by mining through blog entries!

And finally, I've also been interested in the findings of Willow Creek on the effectiveness of their church. Head over to RevealNow.com and watch the lead pastors of the church talk about their failure in guiding members of their church - and lessons that they'd like to share with the general public.

posted by Dan @ 8:23 AM