I Need a Voice That's Louder than Mine...

Currently Hearing: Phil Wickham
Currently Reading: Suffering and the Sovereignty of God by John Piper
Currently Awaiting: Thanksgiving in Tokyo by the Merciful Hand of God

I just recently finished a book by John Piper known as Spectacular Sins and their Global Purpose in the Glory of Christ. It was absolutely amazing. I have just finished the first chapter of another book in which Piper made a contribution that is closely related to this topic (see above for title). The idea of God's sovereignty has been an issue of much contemplation and study lately, and, to be honest, has really revolutionized my view of God. Understanding God's sovereignty in a fuller extent has done so much to deepen my sense of awe and humility when I approach God. The best part about this is, you too can benefit from the amazing resources of Piper by merely clicking here!

In his book Spectacular Sins, he discusses the role of God and God's sovereignty in such sinful acts as the Tower of Babel's construction, the Fall, the selling of Joseph into slavery, and the death of Christ. All of these events, as Piper argues, bring about the glory of Christ.

You seriously need to check out some of this stuff.
This pastor does amazing theology that is bound to Scriptural truth (as if there is really any other way), always pointing to Christ, and is aimed at empowering the believer to a fuller reliance in the Supreme God.
Absolutely incredible.

May You Grow in the Love of Knowledge of Christ,
Brandon

Korean Grammar for International Learners...

Currently Hearing: For Emma, Forever Ago by Bon Iver
Currently Looking Forward To: My Trip to Tokyo by Thanksgiving Break
Currently Confused About: How I Got This Huge Jelly Stain On My Pants by The Part of Me That Doesn't Want to Pay for Dry Cleaning

Question:
Does anyone else CONSTANTLY receive the same Spam in their e-mail?

I am not sure how I deserve this, but some guy named Michael Vincent is really looking out for me...
He keeps e-mailing me every couple of days or so...
I guess he is working really hard for me, because I keep getting e-mails with the same subject title - "I found a new job for you"

So, I am not sure about who you are or why you are so dilligent about finding me new jobs, Michael Vincent...
But, thank you, you virus-bearing Spam cyborg...

Happy Pepero Day!

Currently Hearing: No Good for No One Now by Owen
Currently Loving: Facebook Chat by the Internet Version of Nicotine

First of all, as suggested by the title, today is Pepero Day in Korea!
Apparently, if you find a box of these little devils made out of white chocolate, you get 1,000 bucks - so, the nationwide search is on...

Anyways, the question for the day is:

When can you know the difference between imposing your idea of how people should act on others and challenging them to stretch their personality?
In other words, who is to say your form of action is right for them?

What do you think?

Calling All Mutants...

Currently Hearing: Singalong by Phil Wickham
Currently Reading: Brave New World by Aldous Huxley
Currently Delaying: The Blatant Fact That I Really Need to Pee by My Body

So, I came to a stunning realization yesterday...
Some call them spiritual gifts, some call them super powers...
Others might just label it sheer coincidence...
I say - call it what you may...
The fact still remains...

Girls!
If you want to meet your husband, then you should date me and/or we should become somewhat romantically involved...
Now - if we end up getting married, then your problem is solved...
However, if that doesn't happen, then it is virtually a scientific fact that the next male that you encounter will, in fact, be your groom...
In doing some valuable self-reflection, this stirring realization slapped me in the face...
The last 3 girls I have been romantically involved with have all married their next "dudes"...

So, calling all wedding ring-hungry females...
If you need a husband, call me - I will gladly be your springboard into happiness...