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Withdrawal

bignorm — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 13:06:00 +0000

2 days without TV and wireless broadband and I am having withdrawal symptoms.

What is wrong with me? and how sad does that sound?

It just proves how sucked-in and semi-dependent my life has become on modern communication and ‘things’.

Here is my top 5 ‘things’ that I know makes me more ‘me’.

1. Emily

2. Food

3. My Bible

4. My mac

5. Working out

What things are you attached too? What would make you fret at the thought of doing without?

The Bluebook wins again

bignorm — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 21:45:01 +0000

Facebook has officially taken over the social network world.

Clean Slate

bignorm — Sat, 23 May 2009 17:38:08 +0000

I rarely blog twice in a day but I must on this occasion. Just watch this short video “Clean Slate” from Deadly Viper.

This video may help us comment on my recent blog “Prison Break“.

Live free,

Now, The ‘R’ Word.

bignorm — Tue, 12 May 2009 09:24:21 +0000

Morning all.

Thank you to everyone who has been commenting and emailing about some of the ‘fun’ topics on bndotnt.

To kick this week off, I have another little discussion topic if you are up for it? Possibly geared for the more spiritual of us bloggers, but maybe not?

..and the topic is: REPENTANCE

With Rob Bell’s new book (Jesus Wants To Save Christians) causing major havoc among certain circles, the whole topic of people truly being ’saved’ or ‘Born-again’ merits some discussion here today.

Personally, I am in the camp that thinks that Repentance is understated in todays’ churches. I often think that the language used today in churches can be too ’seeker sensitive’ for their own good. Modern churches seem keener to ask people to ‘make a commitment’ rather than to ‘earnestly seek Repentance’.

The Master, Jesus, taught that the Kingdom of Heaven is for people when they are poor in spirit, or, simply put, when they release how spiritually bankrupt they are without inheriting the riches of God (Matt 5:3).

If today’s church made their message more Repentance focused, like Jesus (Matt 4:17), rather than ‘asking Jesus into you heart’ during anonymous alter calls, would we see less people fall away from Christ, and ultimately, see less people leave the global church* in their masses?

* Read HERE & HERE

Think about it.

Love, Normy.

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Oh, and here is a video that I showed a few weeks ago on bndotnt. Back through popular demand and it compliments this hot topic.

Wisdom from the Trenches

bignorm — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 08:53:20 +0000

As I ate breakfast with Emily this morning, I could’nt avoid the British Forces remeberance service in Iraq being broadcast live on BBC. As I watched, the names of over 179 British personnel were read out over a deathly silence. The British Forces Chaplain spoke a stern message of bravery, comradeship and honour for the fallen men and their families.

As the remaining solidiers stood there, I could not help think of a leadership wisdom of the great Colin Powell regarding trusting those in the trenches. In his leadership secrets book he says:

“The people in the field are closest to the problem, closest to the situation, therefore that is where real wisdom is at.”

The lost gift of preaching

bignorm — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 14:47:22 +0000

Shocking truth to say the least, and a challenge for everyone.
This will give you something to enjoy while I still enjoy my honeymoon blog break.

You are my hero

bignorm — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 16:17:52 +0000

Blogging on my ‘PDA’ on a bumpy train journey is not ideal. As we head for the airport both Brian and I have many weeks-worth of quality inspiration to surf.

Both Scanlon and Rizzo were exceptional to say the least. With so much to tell, I feel some sense of duty to share bits and pieces with you guys over the coming weeks. In doing so, I pray the wisdom imparted to me through ‘eXcel’ will throughly sink deeper and deeper into my psyche.

During this mornings session, Scanlon urged us blokes on the thought of ordinary people, often doing the mundane things are the real heroes.

I plan to advertise some of the heroes of my life soon on bignorm.net.

Right now, im gonna nap on this train before I fall asleep typing!

Peace,
N.

Pillow of Stone

normanmccorkell — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 23:29:58 +0000

2320 hrs, and a restless start to my pre-sleep reading. Blogging via my pda phone may help solve some of the numbing enigmas swimming in my head.
My Lion Chasing is off to a roaring reignition once again. The Bolthole is on the market!
The fun and games now is finding a decent place to live now that Em and I can afford..
As I consider all the consequences, good and bad, one thing strikes my spirit.
Do I believe or not? I mean, believe God is got it sorted or not. Either way, this Lion needs hacked down with my Daddys sword.
Scuse the rant, but im excited, terrified and expectant all at the same time.
Nski

Radio GaGa

normanmccorkell — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 09:12:00 +0000

Yesterday was significant for both Cornerstone and me.

Brian Somerville and I had the privilege of speaking live on local BBC Radio. Mark Patterson (not Batterson), interviewed the likely lads for approximately 15mins. What surprised us both was how positive the interview really was.

Both Brian and I felt a sense of elation, not because of the quick clever grammar we were able to use, but the significance of what this stood for. Yesterday’s interview signified hours, months and years of prayer; prayer of the people of Cornerstone, Derry and Northern Ireland. The fact that we are now doing what others have prayed about for years is groundbreaking.

Infiltrating society and having a sound rapport with our city has took years for sure. The pressure is really on us. The responsibility will not be squandered I am sure.

What part are you going to play?

Knobbly Knees

normanmccorkell — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 10:06:36 +0000

After being with the ‘bone’ specialist this morning I felt ‘pumped’ and more robust again. She informed me that I had some ‘Wear and tear’ but no serious or lasting damage to my left knee. One thing she did comment on was that preventative living will help way more in the future than surgery.

This is like life in general isnt it? I mean if we constantly abuse and live almost recklessly then seek major surgery to re-align ourselves, we are off the mark. Daily discipline (diet, posture, stress), rest and wise planning in all departments of your life merit longivity.

Dare to disagree.