by Bret Capranica | Dec 30, 2007 | Psychology
I saw this hilarious Bob Newhart clip on counseling some time ago. I’ve had some great laughs with ministry partners about how it too well reflects my own counseling approach (desires?!) . But, David Powlison speaks to this clip and seriously provides some good reminders (as he always seems to do). Though – I still think the clip is hilarious! Between Two Worlds: David Powlison on Bob Newhart’s “Stop It!”...
by Bret Capranica | Dec 25, 2007 | Personal
The Capranica clan wishes you a very merry Christmas. We pray that Christ will not only mentioned but truly honored in our celebration. This year we are humbled with the gracious gifts we have received in Brie and Josie. The entire adoption process has made us think much on our own adoption as sons into the family of God. It has caused us to consider more carefully what is truly important in our life and how central the gospel must be in our every day living. THE CAPRANICA looks forward to making its full return after the holidays, with the aim of publicly chronicling the thoughts, comments, recommendations, ramblings, both biblical and practical from the mind and ministry of an average pastor. Enjoy your family and friends – enjoy living out the gospel before...
by Bret Capranica | Dec 24, 2007 | Miscellaneous
Want to quickly learn to converse in another language? Here’s some interesting advice. I will be employing a bit of this with the aim of learning a little Italian in 2008. How to Learn (But Not Master) Any Language in 1 Hour (Plus: A Favor) | The Blog of Author Tim...
by Bret Capranica | Dec 23, 2007 | Miscellaneous
Why Christmas on December 25? According to this article it was to spread Christianity by competing with Paganism’s holiday celebrations. Who won? First Dec. 25 Xmas tied to pagan shrine – Yahoo!...
by Bret Capranica | Dec 23, 2007 | Catholicism
While few reasons or explanations (other than his wife and children are Catholic) are provided, former British Prime Minister, Tony Blair has defected from Anglicanism to Catholicism. Tony Blair converts to Catholicism – Yahoo!...
