I was introduced to this idea in college by a smart man named Thomas Lessl. In his class we learned that the Gospel narrative, or the story of Jesus, is very prevalent in modern mythology and science fiction.
His primary example was E.T., and at first I thought the idea was ridiculous. But then he started listing the similarities and things got interesting. Continue Reading…
Every Wednesday #LiveFully celebrates the real life stories of followers of Jesus impacting (not escaping) culture. This week we interview Furman soccer standout Walker Zimmerman, who is a member of the US National soccer team, and on a track to play professionally.
In this interview you will hear how Walker integrates his faith in Christ with his passion for soccer, as well as his dreams and goals for the next 5 years. He is a great young man and an incredible soccer talent. For more on Walker, check out his blog: http://walkerzimmerman.com/
You learn a lot about the people’s desires and culture’s direction by paying attention to commercials and marketing messages. The recurring themes and ideas are especially important to note. One major theme I have noticed in the last year is the that of a “movement.”
The year 2011 was filled with legitimate movements of people, united for or against something. The most obvious examples are the protests that arose in the Middle East, as common people (empowered by social media connection) revolted against tyrannical leaders and corrupt governments. Continue Reading…
This video has been getting tons of attention on social media this week and for good reason. It is very well done, very creative, and has a powerful message.
When I saw that it was 30 minutes long I almost ignored it. But I decided to give it a chance and was immediately sucked in. I couldn’t stop watching. I bet you will feel the same way. So, I encourage you to watch this short film in it’s entirety, and then share your thoughts with us in the comments.
This truly is amazing and a testament to what a few people can do. Through years of hard work, dedication, creativity, and social media work these guys have united millions of people to one singular cause. Continue Reading…
Perhaps you have noticed that several professional athletes have recently emerged as authentic, confident followers of Jesus. The most obvious example is Tim Tebow, and there has been a ripple effect with others following like the New York Knicks Jeremy Lin.
These athletes are inspiring countless others at every level to live out their callings as Christ followers in the sports where God has gifted them. We believe this is only the beginning, and many more athletes will continue to impact culture by competing successfully and living lives of integrity and purpose.
Take 2 minutes to check out this clip of Jeremy Lin sharing where his identity is found. It’s powerful. (Just disregard the background music, can be a little cheezy at points).
Do you think these athletes are just the rare exceptions, or the pioneers of a powerful new wave of Christ-following athletes? Who are some other successful athletes that follow Jesus? Where do you believe God has called you? Would love to hear your thoughts in the comments.
#LiveFully is a phrase that’s pretty hard not to like. I mean seriously, who doesn’t want to “live fully”? It has a positive vibe. In today’s world, this phrase could be attributed to just about anything. Every product or service seems to promise a better life. The phrase is inspired from words that Jesus spoke 2,000 years ago to a mixed crowd of his followers, his enemies, and those unsure…
John 10:10 The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.
The invitation of Jesus to the people he was addressing was “life to the full,” and he still extends this offer to humanity today. This “life” offered was not about some pie in the sky afterlife- Continue Reading…
There is a common misconception in today’s world. Many Christians, in an attempt to follow Jesus well, are avoiding the world. Culture is full of sinful people who endorse drinking, sexual immorality, boasting, drugs, greed, and more.
Naturally, there is a temptation to “escape” the world by listening to Christian music, reading nothing but the Bible and Francine Rivers, and only being friends with other Christians. The only problem is, that is not the way of Jesus. Continue Reading…
Tragically, the majority of the “Christian” stories reported in popular media wrongly represent Jesus and his followers. Whether it’s a church threatening to burn Qur’ans or a crazy man predicting the Apocalypse, the stuff that gets the most buzz is the most negative.
#LiveFully knows that there are many Jesus followers doing incredible things that contribute to culture and make a difference in the world. We are convinced that a shift is happening and that God is interested in changing the way His people are represented in society. The vision of #LiveFully is “to positively change the way followers of Jesus are perceived in mainstream cultures of the world.”
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#LiveFully is for all people of all ages, but there is a focus on young adults and students. This generation of young people has more nicknames than Jeremy Lin, one of them being the “Twitter generation,” which refers to their deep engagement in social media.
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Thanks to Twitter, the hashtag (or if you’re old school, the pound sign) is a global icon with meaning that transcends any one particular culture. There are various reasons people use the hashtag in their tweets, status updates, or now even text messages. One major reason for the hashtag is to share the “bottom line.” In other words people type a tweet, then hashtag their ultimate concern. Continue Reading…
