Why "St. Cuthbert's Island"?

Saint Cuthbert was a Celtic monk who lived in the 7th century.
He received visitors at his monastery in Northumbria and was even appointed a bishop, but he yearned for the life of an ascetic. While living at the monastery on the island of Lindisfarne, he sought to spend time with the Lord whenever possible. Early on, he practiced solitude on a small island that was linked to Lindisfarne by a land bridge when the tide was low. This tiny island, known as Saint Cuthbert’s Island, was a training ground of sorts—a place to grow in faith and in love for God.

I chose to name my blog after this island for two reasons:
1) I hope that it will be a place where I can spend time alone with God, growing in my love for Him.
2) Perhaps, when the tide is low, others may find their way to this tiny island
and, by God’s grace, be blessed by what they find there.

Thursday, May 14, 2009

Tony Campolo Talk

I love Veritas Forum.

This ministry brings gifted speakers to various university campuses to inspire and challenge students with the Christian message. Their website states:
Veritas Forums are university events that engage students and faculty in discussions about life's hardest questions and the relevance of Jesus Christ to all of life.

The lectures & presentations are really good.

Just recently I listened to one that I have to recommend. It was a 1999 Tony Campolo speech. If you've never heard Tony Campolo, you're in for a treat. He is such a gifted speaker!

This talk is super inspiring. It's filled with passion and a deep wisdom that comes from years of following Jesus.

Please give it a listen. Download it and put it on your MP3 player.
You'll be challenged.
You'll be moved.
It's a beautiful talk.

If anyone else listens to it, I'd love to hear your comments.
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