Hey thanks for stopping by! This was the primary place that I was blogging, but now I've moved my blog over to www.jeremycopeland.com.
Hope to see you over there!
Hope to see you over there!
Thursday, August 23, 2012
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
7 things I'm learning right now
This is simply a collection of random things I'm learning right now:
- Following Jesus is messy. Those that see the world in black and white, clearly right and clearly wrong choices aren't living in my world. I'm not saying that there aren't right and wrong choices, I just don't think they are always that clear.
- I just finished a book by N.T. Wright called "Simply Jesus." I wouldn't recommend it for easy reading - it was heavy and often difficult. But it was rich and deep. Here's a short summary of the book: Jesus is awesome. He's the King who has initiated a kingdom where things on earth are becoming "as it is in heaven."
- I spent parts of last week with a pretty controversial leader in church circles. Guess what? No one outside of the church cares how controversial he is. No one outside of the church bubble is debating what he says or writes. They are learning to love Jesus because of this person's winsome and loving approach. It brings to mind what I heard Andy Stanley say one time - "We can make a point, or we can make a difference."
- At that same gathering I was reminded of God's love for me simply because I am His child - not because of anything I do. Crazy unbelievable love.
- Sin is painful. It's painful to watch those who have to live with the consequences of their choices. It's painful to watch the ripples carry through to family and friends and just about every area of life.
- Friendship is really valuable. I spent a few days with some friends in CA last week and they restored my soul. So did In-N-Out and lots of mexican food.
- Marriage is the greatest gift of God outside of forgiveness. My marriage is more important than my relationship with my kids and more important than ministry. If the only significant thing I do in my life is to have a healthy marriage I will consider myself wildly successful.
What is one thing you are learning right now? Join the conversation.
Friday, April 6, 2012
A few reminders for STORYCHURCH
This is a big weekend for all of us who follow Jesus. And for STORYCHURCH, it's one of the biggest weekends in our short history. Here are a few things to remember going into the weekend for STORYCHURCH.
- Keep inviting. They say that most people will say yes if you simply invite them. Let's pack out the Carolina Theatre!
- Speaking of the Carolina Theatre - we're meeting there! Don't show up at Spring Valley Elementary or you will be lonely!
- Plan on joining us tomorrow (Saturday) at the Durham Easter event downtown from 2-4pm. Your kids will love it!
- On Sunday, please arrive early. We want to make sure we are ready to receive our guests so help us out by getting there early and getting your kids checked in.
- Parking will be at the YMCA across the street from the Carolina Theatre.
- It's not too late to volunteer to help us out as a greeter! Just show up early (at least 30 minutes) and we'll get you in place.
- Get those last eggs out for EggDurham!!
- Finally, continue being the generous church we have become by giving whatever you can to help the Durham Literacy Center through EggDurham.
I can't wait to celebrate the resurrection with you. Let's celebrate like never before!
