tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7528820427719161813.comments2008-09-06T15:45:48.598-05:00Jonathan Baileyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12346732305320518340noreply@blogger.comBlogger48125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7528820427719161813.post-74209848922528027312008-09-06T15:45:00.000-05:002008-09-06T15:45:00.000-05:002008-09-06T15:45:00.000-05:00Trey,<BR/><BR/>Thanks for the kind and encouraging words. I really appreciate our friendship and our times of community and study.<BR/><BR/>All glory and praise to Jesus!!<BR/><BR/>JonJonathan Baileyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12346732305320518340noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7528820427719161813.post-62472038471012185472008-09-04T11:39:00.000-05:002008-09-04T11:39:00.000-05:002008-09-04T11:39:00.000-05:00BK - The title was not laughable in the least. You hastily dismissed the sermon becuase of the title, and probably didn't take time to see that the verses being preached did not include the "back from the dead thing". So, having heard it - the title was a perfect fit for the sermon. <BR/><BR/>Jon - great sermon on Sunday. It has been digging deep into my soul all week long. <BR/><BR/>Matthew Henry said, "The sight of a multitude puts fire into a preacher, which yet must arise a desire of their profit, and not for his praise." <BR/><BR/>Thank you very much for catering to the desire of profiting the crowd, and not heaping up empty words that will surely maximize your praise. I am always sharpened by God's gift of teaching that is so evident in you!<BR/>-twTrey Willifordnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7528820427719161813.post-64835135909493132582008-08-28T20:18:00.000-05:002008-08-28T20:18:00.000-05:002008-08-28T20:18:00.000-05:00I can't wait to hear your exposition on this, Jon.<BR/><BR/>See ya.Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04376747414048716340noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7528820427719161813.post-218527624766292602008-08-26T19:30:00.000-05:002008-08-26T19:30:00.000-05:002008-08-26T19:30:00.000-05:00The title is laughable because the back from the dead thing trumps the 'you could have stopped him from dying' complaint.bkhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02449127616034200177noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7528820427719161813.post-53218581492744241432008-08-06T10:01:00.000-05:002008-08-06T10:01:00.000-05:002008-08-06T10:01:00.000-05:00As usual, great post! Let's practice these things together this week. I'll get some bread and wine from the store so we'll be ready for communion on Sunday. <BR/><BR/>Thanks for always offering practical, action focused ways to help us become more and more like Jesus!<BR/><BR/>I love you!<BR/><BR/>-KoriKorihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04054285703709615449noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7528820427719161813.post-29864486914201086912008-07-30T09:39:00.000-05:002008-07-30T09:39:00.000-05:002008-07-30T09:39:00.000-05:00Long time no chat Bill! I hope things are going well.<BR/><BR/>Being transformed into the image of Jesus is not taking on His physical aspects, whatever they may be, but taking on aspects of His inner character.<BR/><BR/>Individuality still exists in each and every person, which is by God's design, no doubt. But their is now with the life, death, resurrection and ascension of Jesus a new way of life to be lived. A life of individuality for sure, but within a larger and more purposeful context of community. That way of life is lived in Jesus kingdom which has now invaded the current world system.<BR/><BR/>Individuality is like baseball. Every professional baseball player has a specific position they play: pitcher, catcher, short-stop, center fielder, etc. They are all baseball players, but they also have additional identities within the sport. And just because there may be 100 catchers in MLB doesn't mean they are all the same. They have uniqueness' of their own; some are outstanding at preventing steals, some never miss a pop up, some 'gel' well with a certain pitcher, etc.<BR/><BR/>So, when we follow Jesus and trust Him, we begin the process of transformation into His image much like a adolescent boy in a matter of a decade transforms into a professional baseball player.<BR/><BR/>The reason it is 'glorious' is because the character traits that begins to develop are: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and discipline. This is what the world needs so badly.<BR/><BR/>This is what Jesus was like and He wants us to be like Him. That is His intention for human beings. My identity in Jesus doesn't eliminate my other identities; it places all other worldly identities in their proper order.<BR/><BR/>Colossians 3.10-11<BR/>"10 and [we] have put on the new self who is being renewed to a true knowledge according to the image of the One who created him-- 11 a renewal in which there is no distinction between Greek and Jew, circumcised and uncircumcised, barbarian, Scythian, slave and freeman, but Christ is all, and in all."<BR/><BR/>Sorry for the lengthy response, let me know if you have any further questions. Good to hear from you!<BR/><BR/>Seek the kingdom,<BR/>JonJonathan Baileyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12346732305320518340noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7528820427719161813.post-65287875477604093392008-07-29T12:21:00.000-05:002008-07-29T12:21:00.000-05:002008-07-29T12:21:00.000-05:00Question for you....<BR/><BR/>What are you thoughts on individuality?<BR/><BR/>Does the individual fit into your worldview of becoming transformed into 'his glorious image' as you put it.<BR/><BR/>And tell your brother I said hi! ;-)Billhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11358311937589685730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7528820427719161813.post-64792090395896747412008-07-13T15:06:00.000-05:002008-07-13T15:06:00.000-05:002008-07-13T15:06:00.000-05:00I can't wait to try this brother. You're the best dude: a beacon of reality in an ocean of illusion. Keep the light on.Jeremy M. Princehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04849070252246839500noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7528820427719161813.post-43322676792840823452008-07-08T08:42:00.000-05:002008-07-08T08:42:00.000-05:002008-07-08T08:42:00.000-05:00Don't forget to wake me up when your alarm goes off!!! Great Post!<BR/><BR/>Love you,<BR/>Korikori Baileynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7528820427719161813.post-85072457063140972782008-07-08T06:53:00.000-05:002008-07-08T06:53:00.000-05:002008-07-08T06:53:00.000-05:00Thanks Julie for your encouraging words!<BR/><BR/>It is always great seeing you and your mom in the congregation. I can feel your prayers and support!<BR/>I am looking forward to Thursday night when we can discuss in more detail what it means to be a disciple. <BR/><BR/>Thanks,<BR/>JonJonathan Baileyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12346732305320518340noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7528820427719161813.post-56044230132734254242008-07-07T21:10:00.000-05:002008-07-07T21:10:00.000-05:002008-07-07T21:10:00.000-05:00Great Message Jon! Each time I hear you speak it thrills me to the bone; to know there are young men (and women) out there that love God and are making a difference. <BR/><BR/>It really increases my faith in the abilities of the next generation. I can't wait to hear more!Julienoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7528820427719161813.post-4060104450683347702008-07-07T08:07:00.000-05:002008-07-07T08:07:00.000-05:002008-07-07T08:07:00.000-05:00thanks Terry!<BR/><BR/>Thank you for coming to both services! You are always a source of strength to me. I love and appreciate you very much!Jonathan Baileyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12346732305320518340noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7528820427719161813.post-38840824433529379072008-07-06T18:43:00.000-05:002008-07-06T18:43:00.000-05:002008-07-06T18:43:00.000-05:00Awesome message dude! It was the truth in all of it's glory.<BR/><BR/>"With Him learning to be like Him"<BR/><BR/>"If you are not a disciple you are useless to Jesus, not worthless, He loves you He died for your sins, but you are useless to Him and His commission."<BR/><BR/>"You become what you worship, that's why we worship Jesus."Terryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00147594756511621950noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7528820427719161813.post-34825538127866810442008-06-29T04:47:00.000-05:002008-06-29T04:47:00.000-05:002008-06-29T04:47:00.000-05:00Jon,<BR/><BR/>You are gradually and awkwardly growing into your own; and the correspondence between you and Kori reeks heavily of that between John and Abigail Adams. You have always been more of a politician than a theologian, but I would sit equally happily in either one of your supposed congregations. Surely, you can be as confident of my vote for a position in the senate as that of a deacon. I have no doubt that you will one day lead men, and that you will do it without assumption or entitlement. Whether it be in court or in Church, you will one day lead men. As for Josh, well, he has always been the artist who accents greatness. As for Seth,he has always harmoniously resounded what we weakly name greatness. You have always simply been greatness. Your friendship and your depth will ever be the cause of my gratitude. I consider you nothing more than the product of Redemption, and I thank you for being just that.Ryan Eagerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07457617941226044714noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7528820427719161813.post-40227398760112515072008-06-25T19:31:00.000-05:002008-06-25T19:31:00.000-05:002008-06-25T19:31:00.000-05:00Looking forward to it, friend. Can't wait.Jeremy M. Princehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04849070252246839500noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7528820427719161813.post-57578184908073228272008-06-24T13:54:00.000-05:002008-06-24T13:54:00.000-05:002008-06-24T13:54:00.000-05:00It is unbelievable to me that there are people around the world who are literally starving to death while most Americans waste food left and right! What an important post! I'm going to attempt to fast on Wednesday. (At least breakfast and lunch!)<BR/><BR/>Fluids are permitted right?Korinoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7528820427719161813.post-56523854349878175232008-06-04T11:13:00.000-05:002008-06-04T11:13:00.000-05:002008-06-04T11:13:00.000-05:00I have come along way in dealing with my "road rage", but it never hurts to be reminded to slow down! I love the part about your car not being a time machine! I definitely treat it like one at times!Korihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04054285703709615449noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7528820427719161813.post-25383651346609858202008-06-03T12:57:00.000-05:002008-06-03T12:57:00.000-05:002008-06-03T12:57:00.000-05:00Great! I think this one was specifically intended for me. I'll let you know how I do with this one. I'm definately a different person when I drive.Billhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09656189258476591287noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7528820427719161813.post-54734968870441765612008-05-27T17:03:00.000-05:002008-05-27T17:03:00.000-05:002008-05-27T17:03:00.000-05:00I really enjoyed this practice. Ingesting scripture in this way, reading an entire book in one sitting, really helps put everything into context. So many times, I think people (including me) aren't quite sure where to go when they open their Bilbes and when they do, they read a few verses here and a few there. This committment to one book allows you to gain so much more from your study time. Jon and I read 1 John silently to ourselves and took notes along the way. When we were both finished, we discussed our comments, questions and favorite verses. It's great for individual time as well as group discussions. <BR/><BR/>Great post Jon! Thanks for giving us practical ways to seek the kingdom TODAY! I love you!<BR/><BR/>-KoriKorihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04054285703709615449noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7528820427719161813.post-48128640985268014872008-05-15T10:36:00.000-05:002008-05-15T10:36:00.000-05:002008-05-15T10:36:00.000-05:00Great post! It's easy to come home from work, crash on the couch in front of the TV and remain there until it's time to make the transfer to bed for the night. Making time to do something like cooking a meal incorporates communication, fellowship and teamwork with the ones we love. It helps us focus on investing our time in each other instead of the world. Jon and I have really enjoyed this new blessing! I hope you try it...you'll like it! (And don't worry, we have frozen chicken tenders and pizza in the freezer too! Like Jon said, there's always a time for vegging out!)Kori Baileynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7528820427719161813.post-87837101598793457602008-04-23T09:21:00.000-05:002008-04-23T09:21:00.000-05:002008-04-23T09:21:00.000-05:00Trey,<BR/><BR/>thanks for the comment! I am looking forward to Thursday home group! Its been to long!Jonathan Baileyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12346732305320518340noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7528820427719161813.post-29644103371007495122008-04-23T06:57:00.000-05:002008-04-23T06:57:00.000-05:002008-04-23T06:57:00.000-05:00you made this verse come alive. thanks for the post and the challenge. well done,<BR/>-twTrey Willifordnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7528820427719161813.post-16758460118915682062008-04-16T14:27:00.000-05:002008-04-16T14:27:00.000-05:002008-04-16T14:27:00.000-05:00I love your passion for the gospels. If only we, as an entire Jesus movement, would focus more on the words of Jesus and learn to live how he lived, it could start a possible revolution.<BR/><BR/>Viva la Bailey!!!Sethragamuffinsalt.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7528820427719161813.post-61283775628813426492008-04-09T10:04:00.000-05:002008-04-09T10:04:00.000-05:002008-04-09T10:04:00.000-05:00Yesterday I did 4 loads of laundry, folded it and put it all away. Thank you for post, it really has ministered to my soul.Terryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00147594756511621950noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7528820427719161813.post-16539286776258809312008-04-08T19:27:00.000-05:002008-04-08T19:27:00.000-05:002008-04-08T19:27:00.000-05:00i am pretty sure I'm in. Miss you guys. WayneWaynehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16418603589813598198noreply@blogger.com