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Top Things I Hope NOT to Find Under My Tree in the Morning…
Orginally published on Monday, December 24, 2007 at 10:45 AM
by Todd Rhoades
Merry Christmas! The weather and a busy schedule have caused me not to be able to send the MMI email for a few weeks, so I hope today finds you well and ready for a great celebration of Christ's birth tomorrow. Here are some things that I hope I DON'T find under my tree in the morning... Don't get me wrong, I'm sure they're probably the perfect gift for someone on your list... just not me...
The IWJO (I Watch Joel Osteen) Lapel Pin
Again, this is for real… "Show your support for Pastor Joel and spread the message of his ministry by wearing this beautiful pin. As non-believers ask their co-workers, friends and neighbors about the I W J O logo, it will give them the opportunity to learn about and receive Christ as their Savior through Pastor Joel’s Ministry at Lakewood Church. (Excuse me… but I find it hard to find much of the salvation message many times when listening to Joel himself… This, to me, is really just a cheap knock-off of the Jerry Fawell "Jesus First" pin that I used to own… I think I’ll pass on this one… please don’t buy this for me this holiday season). Price: $4.95 + shipping/handling. (Car decals are also available.) You can order here.
The Best of the Hagee’s
"The songs found on this recording will speak to your heart in a way that will inspire you to action for the cause of Christ. This praise and worship recording, filled with the Holy Spirit, will inspire you." (Sorry, it’s just not my type of music. I did order one for some good friends on my list though! available here.
Jonah and the Great Fish w/removable plush Jonah
Little ones will giggle with delight at the unexpected sight of this great big wonderful plush fish. And when they pull Jonah out of the fish’s belly no worse for wear, the most wonderful of Old Testament stories will come to life. This fish’s mouth opens up wide for access to a 15” deep belly pocket that holds not only Jonah himself but other favorite toys. Press the embroidered heart on the fish’s flipper to hear a child’s voice recite the words of Jonah 1:17. Made from the softest imaginable polyester with equally soft lining, and wonderfully huggable. Available here.
"Jesus Hates it When You Smoke" Ashtray
Jesus, the Prince of Peace gazes balefully upwards at your approaching cigarette… How does that make you feel? ‘JESUS HATES IT WHEN YOU SMOKE’ reads the print inside this provocative, righteous ashtray. Sticker on bottom reads: "use of this product may be hazardous to your health and/or eternal soul". (This’d be a great soul-winning tool for those ‘turn or burn’ sign holders). They’re a steal at just $12.00, available here.
"Follow the Son" John 8:12 Sandals-Men’s
Fashionable footwear with EVA sole, plush utrasuede straps, and insole with die cut outsole that leaves behind "FOLLOW JESUS" in the sand or on the pool deck. When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, "I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness but will have the light of life." (John 8:12) These puppies are available in either tan OR black; and in cases of 12 pairs at a time. Available here.
Rock Music vs. The God of the Bible
An extensive examination of rock music and its evil influence on society. Chapters include "My Experience with Rock Music" (the author’s testimony), "The Roots of Rock" (focusing on the blues, jazz, black spirituals, and Southern Gospel) [NO NO NO… not SOUTHERN GOSPEL!!!], "Rock and Rebellion," "Rock Music and Insanity," "Rock Musicians as Mediums," "Rock Music and Pagan Religion," "Death Metal Rock Music," "How to Raise a Rock and Roll Rebel." 480 pages, $19.95. Available here—hurry there’s a limited supply left!
Here are some honorable mentions. Please don’t get these for me either:
The Jerry Falwell Living Christmas Tree LP
Jesus Christ Christmas Color Light Set
Santa Worshiping Baby Jesus Figurine
The Gay and Lesbian Study Bible
John MacArthur’s "Satan’s Strategy for Stealing the Church" Cassette tape
Team Jesus (Large Blanket/Throw)
Jimmy Swaggart Autographed 8x10, signed ‘to Bob’
The Living New Testament on Cassette (read by TBN’s Jan Crouch)
OK… there’s my list of things I hope I don’t find. What’s yours?
Have a great Christmas!
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Post Your Comments:Interesting list there, Todd.
My list? Nah… I’ll pass. Too personal… lol
Merry Christmas to you/yours and to all who read MMI.
I think I might want one of these, though…
http://www.bobbleheadstore.net/bobble/jesus.htm
Joel’s salvation message apparently extends to even to non-Christian cults as long as they say: I’m a believer in Christ. Which Christ it may be appears to be irrelevant for Osteen:
[url="http://www.apprising.org/archives/2007/12/joel_osteen_mit.html" ]Joel Osteen: Mitt Romney and Mormons are Christians
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LOVE IT!
I actually WANT a talking Jesus doll.
I actually got the “Jesus Hates It When You Smoke” for a chain smoking niece a couple of years ago. I drew her name in the annual lottery. It was a big hit.
1. Being I love fruit cake - home made - not the twinkey version, store bought fruit cake
2. Just for grins - a black and white copy of a “wonderful life”
3. Not under the tree, but in the hearts of man - the real meaning of Jeus’ Birth and His salvation
May the Lord bless all who rread, and have a blessed and peaceful Christmas
And don’t forget to pray for all in combat - served 22 years and appreciate prayers, so maybe a furtherance of the declaration of war should not be under the Christmas tree
Ken, thanks for the link. It was a humor post, however, and I think Todd’s quick assessment above of Joel and his preaching basically agrees with much of what you have said about him.
Merry Christmas!
Todd,
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Also, does the Jonah have an available “stomach slime” accessory package?
That was on the 24th…
What would your list look like today? lol
I’m really glad that I didn’t get a Osteen pin. I would have put that thing on ebay so fast. Well actually I might have had a friend sell it just so it wouldn’t show up on my ebay selling record. haha.
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under my tree i wanna have never any war on the world.
Hey, Interesting list there. Many Thanks!
awesome article, thanks for sharing but how would your list look like today ?
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