My Favorite Super Bowl Commercials

These were my top 2… Am I missing any that were any good?

re any good?

The Butterfly Circus

This is a powerful 20 minute short film that you need to watch. You could show this at church, youth, or to your family at home. I first saw this on Michael Hyatt’s Blog – it definitely grabbed my attention. To see it in full screen you can view it here. It’s starring Nick Vujicic from Life without Limbs, who has changed my life several times with his words. Take a few minutes and check it out:

My favorite part is about 11:30 into the story. It made me think – what things do we believe about ourselves that are holding us back from our God-given potential. I’ve rewound that part a ton of times, thinking about the beliefs that are in my heart that are a result of my past that simply aren’t true.

I hope this film encourages you, allows you to see yourself how God sees you, and encourages you to recognize that you can make a difference in the world just by being who you are.

Revolution Christmas Videos

Here are videos we played at our Christmas Party . . . our Students did a great job with “A Very Mobby Christmas” – Great job guys!

And the most embarrassing video of all time:

Change is Coming to Revolution 1.9.10

Here is a video with our Senior Pastor explaining the upcoming change to Revolution.

Star Wars in Concert is coming to Town…Tickets on Sale Tomorrow!

I’m totally getting tickets to this! You can check out more on the official page here!

TO GET TICKETS GO HERE… If you’d like to go with me… comment or e-mail me at bsmith@lifeatvictory.com

Tony Horton’s Thoughts on Yoga

Ok, so Tony Horton is the man. He is the guy that does P90X -  This video is hilarious! We all joke about how we think yoga sucks . . . Here is what Tony thinks of people that say that:

The Social Media Revolution

I saw this video this morning and was amazed by the stats. I thought I’d share it with you…Hope it helps you realize the benefits of social media and where the world is going!

Thoughts?

Ministry Highlight: World Vision

Ministry Highlight: World Vision

What they do: To Read About World Vision Click Here

Websites: WorldVision.Org + You can follow them on Twitter Here!

Get Involved: Find out how you can help – There are several options!

My Thoughts: I’ve been reading “The Hole in Our Gospel” by Richard Stearns, the president of  World Vision. This book has been transforming the way I see global issues facing our world and really challenging me about my part in doing something about it. Since reading it, I’ve become a sponsor for a child in Africa. For $30 a month you can provide: Clean Water, Nutritious Food, Health Care, including AIDS Prevention, Educational Opportunities, Spiritual Nurture, Care for Sick or Dying Parents. and HIV and AIDS counseling for a child. I’d highly recommend picking up the book, sponsoring a child, and getting involved in any way you can… It’ll change your life, and more importantly… the lives of others.

Some Recent Revolution Videos…

It’s been a while since I’ve posted some Rev videos… Here are some recent ones:

Ministry Highlight: Finish Line Ministries (Pastor Larry Bettencourt)

What They Do:

FINISHLINE MINISTRIES seeks to serve and strengthen the vision of the local church by providing practical insights through these methods:

1. by COACHING – Mentoring emerging Youth Pastors and leaders. IE. (Personal coaching on the “How to” of youth ministry)

2. by EQUIPPING – Enhancing church members and staffs how to “Align” to the Vision of their pastor. IE. (Teaching HELPS ministry messages and church “Master Planning”© concepts*) *independent consulting

3. by TRAINING – Teaching practical leadership principles and hosting youth ministry leadership workshops / conferences. IE. (ACHIEVE: monthly “the AM” leadership breakfast and 1 day STUDENT MINISTRY leadership events)

Personal Testimony: I’ve blogged about Pastor Larry a lot so I’ll keep this brief. I can name so many people and ministries that have never been the same because of having Pastor Larry’s investment in them, including my own. I wouldn’t be in ministry or anywhere in life if it weren’t for this man.

I’ll just say that if your a youth pastor, youth leader, senior pastor, etc. You need to bring Pastor Larry by your side and have him work with you and your team. He has the experience and the coaching skills necessary to take you and your team to another level. On top of consulting, he is an incredible communicator for your church, youth ministry, youth retreat, or youth camp. If you’re interested in having him consult with your team or speak at your church or event, e-mail him at larry@finishlineministry.com.

Pastor Larry’s Bio:

• Over 20 years Youth Pastor and Associate ministry experience
• 13 years as Associate Pastor of Victory Family Church- assisted Pst. John Nuzzo in establishing Victory as a one of the prominent churches in the Northeast, seeing growth from 70 to over 2,000
• Oversight of ministries include: Youth, Children, Helps, 20 something, and Pastoral care
  (Started 2 youth groups and managed completion of 10,000 sq. ft. Youth Center)
• 17 years of hosting and organizing youth camps and leadership seminars
• Master in Organizational Leadership
• Football assistant coach- at Geneva College (3yrs) and Seneca Valley High School (10yrs)
• Married to Kim for 17 years
• 4 awesome daughters

Check out and Buy Pastor Larry’s Latest Book: Put it Behind Ya

Check out Pastor Larry’s Blog: http://larrybettencourt.wordpress.com/

Check him out on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/lbettencourt

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/people/Larry-Bettencourt/1074867622

Here is an interview my good friend, Cory Vogan, had with Pastor Larry in March, 2009:

Pastor Larry Bettencourt Interview from Bubba Smith on Vimeo.

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