Home Is Where The Heart Is

The past couple weeks the Wonderdog residence has been host to a number of travelers, and I've loved it. I loved how our condo was full of life. I loved talking to our guests about where they've been, what they've experienced and what they thought of Canada, and Central Ontario.

It got me thinking (we're ditching the condo in favor of a house later this year) what kind of home I would like to have.

(I haven't really talked to Mrs Wonderdog about this, so I'm not sure if it will actually happen)

Ideally I'd like to have an open home. The kind of place where people feel welcome to stop in anytime. They kind of place where travelers can stay for a night or two while exploring Central Ontario. The kind of place where community exists. Where people feel welcome and loved, even if we've never met before. The kind of place where food and drink are plenty, and joy fills the air. The kind of home I think Jesus would have had.

I'm not sure how realistic this dream of mine is, but I like to think it's doable.

The Fire - Follow-Up

So I've thought about the video I posted yesterday. I think the guy might be off a little bit.

a) I don't think it's God's desire that people go to hell. I don't think he takes pleasure in sentencing someone to eternal damnation.

b) I don't think God took pleasure in Jesus' crucifixion.

c) (at 2:17) He says "If multiplied all the physical things (Jesus) had gone through times a thousand, it still could not cover your one sin." Didn't Jesus' horrific crucifixtion cover ALL of our sins?

d) I don't think Jesus died just so we can punch our ticket to heaven. If I remember correctly Jesus said he came so that we can have and enjoy life, and have it in abundance.

What do you think? I'm no biblical scholar, so it is entirely possible I may be off as well.

The Fire - Video

A friend sent me this video. I'm unsure how I feel about it. I think his heart is in the right place. I think he makes some good points. But when he says Jesus' sacrifice isn't enough to make up for our sins... Isn't that why Jesus was sent? Maybe I missed something, but I thought God wanted everyone to be saved, but he makes it seem like God will take pleasure in sending people to hell. Maybe I'm misinterpreting what he is saying.

I'd love to hear what you think about it.

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I am going to THIS any way I can. For serious, I will hitch-hike my way there if need be. Anyone want to come with me?

Fixed

So last week I told you how I like the Fail Blog. Well, I've discovered another blog that is (I guess) the opposite. It's about fixing things. Check out "There I Fixed It" HERE.