Pretty Cool People

I think everyone needs a modern day hero. Someone who we can look to and gain inspiration from. People whose lives can act as beacons for our own to follow. The book The Next Christians by Gabe Lyons is a hopeful view on what Christianity and the world could become in if we follow Gods will. Some of the people Lyons mentions in his book are amazing and really inspiring. If you are in need of a hero look no further: 

Modern Day Heros. Lyons refers to them as restorers since their work is restoring the world. They're pretty awesome and each one of them is doing some amazing work. Chances are one them is working on something your passionate about. Most of my heros are actually on the list. If you scroll through it you can see some amazing people such as Chris Heuretz of Word Made Flesh or Blake Mycoskie, the creator of Toms shoes. 

Successful Creeping

So last night in the wee hours I was attempting to dutifully write a paper but simply couldnt keep my eyes open. Like every good college student facebook was up but was minimized when I heard a pop! After my friend admitted to creeping (like every normal person does) he said he found my blog. I really am not sure how considering as of right now only three people (including him) know about it. Facebook, you make creeping ingenious. There is a point to this story though, I found a kindred spirit who sent a few websites my way that I am afraid to loose and I think they sounded too cool not to share.

There is a campaign that he showed me, its called the A21 campaign to end sex trafficking. There are numerous  groups that are doing this kind of thing and so its always encouraging to find another one, but this one had something special I wanted to share. They have a list of ways that people can get involved. As a college kid with loads of free time (that is a big joke considering my three papers due next week), I think this list is very doable. So if anyone is reading this, I encourage you to pick one thing on the list and do it! Maybe not necessarily through them, but if your passionate about ending sex trafficking, or even another issue, this is a wonderful way to get involed. Just click on 21 Things to Do. Its awesome :)

On a side note the new Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors album came out today and it is amazing. I highly recommend it to anyone who loves some talented and wonderful music. Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors

God bless! :)

The biggest social network

Most people I know live in a bit of ignorance when it comes to crime. We live in society that craves comfort and crime just is not comfortable. I found a good look at crime though and how it all flows through the world. A friend directed me to this chart and I thought it was to cool not to share. Although Im not sure how accurate all the information is, it is incredible to see how big of an industry crime is. I am of the belief that crime stems from poverty and evil, making a problem that affects even the most affluent and comfortable of people. The chart is interactive and full of interesting facts, so if you've got a minute play around with it! Just click here: the biggest social network

I once was blind but now I see.

"Do you intend to use your beautiful voice to praise the Lord or change the world?" William Pitt.

William Wilberforce grew up in comfort and power, yet He was called for more. Wilberforce had a destiny to change the world. He managed to impact more lives than anyone will ever know. He used his place in the parliament to abolish the slave trade. The beautiful movie "Amazing Grace" is one of my favorite movies, filled with inspirational dialog and the energy of change. It is empowering to believe that maybe we can make a change. This movie opened my eyes to the idea of social justice being combined with God's love. The two are not seperable. Just like Wilberforce, I can not feel that we are called to sit idly. Instead God is a God of Justice

Psalm 50:6 Wilberforce is one of my heroes but also such an encouragement. We can provide change.

Amazing Grace Movie