4ForFriday

Most Fridays I enjoy sharing at least four learns, listens, learning, gadget or reviews. Here is this week’s 4forFRIDAY August 17, 2018. Feel free to give me some feedback or suggest one of your favorites HERE.

The Bravest You: Five Steps to Fight Your Biggest Fears, Find Your Passion, and Unlock Your Extraordinary Life by Adam Kirk Smith

I read this book in two nights. It will challenge you and focus you in such a way that you are confident that you can accomplish just about anything once our mind and our fears are freed to get after what matters most! The Bravest You introduces Smith’s unique five-step bravery process that helps us fight the ten biggest fears we all face and attain the success we desire.

A New Album and 2 Songs that are Amazing from Lauren Dagle “Look Up Child”
I can’t stop singing and listening to the first two songs that have dropped on Lauren Dagle’s new album! Grab these and listen to them. You’ll most likely be singing them in your head the rest of the weekend. Look for the song, “You Say” and “Still Rolling Stones”

A Reminder of a GREAT APP that is an EVERYDAY GO-TO for me: The 5 Minute Journal

I have been a huge fan of practicing gratitude in our life. The reasons are plentiful. Science and faith agree that we are a far better person when we are practicing gratitude. Here is my promise as I plead with you to use either the hard-bound tool or the app: When you are grateful for what you have, what you have is always enough!

A Fascinating Series on Prime Video: The Cleaner
This show isn’t for the faint of heart. If you want to see what addiction and the horror of real people drug abuse, watch this show. It’s a tad dark, but it is also redemptive. Inspired by the true story of a real-life “extreme interventionist,” Benjamin Bratt stars as William “The Cleaner” Banks, who after hitting rock- bottom from his own addictions during the birth of his twins, strikes a tentative deal with God. Give it a couple of episodes and you’ll find the ness that addiction can create in family.

And a quote that I am pondering from Thomas Edison:
“Being busy does not always mean real work. The object of all work is production or accomplishment and to either of these ends, there must be forethought, system, planning, intelligence, and honest purpose, as well as perspiration. Seeming to do is not doing.”

Are you receiving my Podcasts? It’s a 5-minute encouragement chat with Scripture and unique insights. You can subscribe and listen HERE. weekdaypodcast.com

I’ll be preaching at Sugar Hill Church this Sunday and you might want to join in. Our Worship Gatherings are live at 9:30am and 11:00am, You can also stream our Gatherings at Live.SugarHill.Church or on Facebook.com/SugarHillChurch

Live in Peace this Weekend,

AChuck

This Week’s 4forFRIDAY with ACHUCKAllen

Most Fridays I enjoy sharing at least four learns, listens, learning, gadget or reviews. Here is this week’s 4forFRIDAY August 3, 2018. Feel free to give me some feedback or suggest one of your favorites HERE.

A Really Fun Read: The President is Missing
I need to read something that doesn’t necessarily challenge my learning skills as I prepare for a good night’s sleep. As a result, I enjoy reading a good novel in the evenings. I purchased a book several days ago and have really enjoyed it. Don’t faint as I recommend this book written by James Patterson, and Bill Clinton, but “The President is Missing,” is a fun read. If you like a little bit of spy, shoot em up, or just a good mystery, you would probably enjoy this book.

A Solid Brief Bag: Orvis Safe Passage 800 Brief
I love this bag. I am on the constant search for the best bag/brief to shuttle between home office, church office, and the occasional trip out of town without having to empty, load or unload all the time. In my 10-year search, this has been the best to date.

A Great Pair of Casual Shoes: Columbia PFG Bahama VentLike the briefcase above, I seem to be on a constant search for comfortable shoes. These bad boys can go from lake, kayak, and work to church and date night with no trouble. Laidback and versatile, this ventilated slip-on PFG shoe is specifically designed to facilitate airflow and encourage water evacuation, making it ideal for fishing and other activities around the water. The high-traction rubber outsole is razor siped for superior gripping power on wet surfaces, and the Techlite midsole is equally supportive and cushioning for lasting all-day comfort.

A Movie to Watch on PPV: The New “OVERBOARD”
This comedy is built off of the 1980’s cult classic by the same name. I might have liked this one even better. It was funny enough to keep Samantha’s attention and off the iPhone!

And a quote that I am pondering from Maria Shriver:
“Perfection doesn’t make you feel perfect. It makes you feel inadequate.”

Are you receiving my Podcasts? It’s a 5-minute encouragement chat with Scripture and unique insights. You can subscribe and listen HERE. weekdaypodcast.com

I’ll be preaching at Sugar Hill Church this Sunday and you might want to join in. Our Worship Gatherings are live at 9:30am and 11:00am, You can also stream our Gatherings at Live.SugarHill.Church or on Facebook.com/SugarHillChurch

Live in Peace this Weekend,
AChuck

This Week’s 4forFRIDAY with ACHUCKAllen

Most Fridays I enjoy sharing at least four learns, listens, learning, gadget or reviews. Here is this week’s 4forFRIDAY July 27, 2018. Feel free to give me some feedback or suggest one of your favorites HERE.

A Really Awesome Read: Life Without Lack: Living in the Fullness of Psalm 23
I cannot recommend this book enough. It will sharpen you, challenge you and give you a ton of practical application. Pause for a moment and ask yourself what your life would be like if it were completely without fear? If you did not fear death. If you did not fear life and what it might bring. If you did not fear any man, or woman, or any living creature. Would you live differently?

A Great Athletic Shoe: Skechers Sports Men’s Elite Flex Hartnell Fashion Sneaker
I love these shoes. They are super comfortable. They pull on without messing around with shoestrings and come in a couple of widths. I wear them everywhere. You’ love these shoes and the price!

An Awesome Listen from Bethel Worship, Especially “King of My Heart”
I absolutely love this album, especially one song that I’ve been listening to every single day in my time of meditation — King of My Heart! By the way, you’ll start hearing a couple of these in our upcoming Worship Gatherings at Sugar Hill Church.

A Fascinating CNBC Original: The Profit
I love this show. Marcus Lemonis invests his own money into a business that is struggling. His simple and practical application of investing in people, processes, and profits is great. The personal interaction with business owners is pretty interesting TV. There is no secret as to why self-made millionaire and serial entrepreneur Marcus Lemonis continues to make his mark on the business world. He leaves not just an impression, but an imprint on everyone he meets, and Lemonis has that charisma, if you will, that few possess.

And a quote that I am pondering from Rumi:
“It’s your road and yours alone. Others may walk it with you,
but no one can walk it for you.” 

Are you receiving my Podcasts? It’s a 5-minute encouragement chat with Scripture and unique insights. You can subscribe and listen HERE. weekdaypodcast.com

I’ll be preaching at Sugar Hill Church this Sunday and you might want to join in. Our Worship Gatherings are live at 9:30am and 11:00am, You can also stream our Gatherings at Live.SugarHill.Church or on Facebook.com/SugarHillChurch

Live in Peace this Weekend,
AChuck

4forFRIDAY May 4, 2018

It’s Back! I’ve missed unpacking at least four recommended reads, listens, learnings, gadgets, or reviews. 4forFRIDAY is back and better than ever! My suggestions aren’t limited to items of the church or faith. They are simply a collection of items that I’ve enjoyed and thought that you might as well. So, here you go with this week’s 4forFRIDAY!

A REALLY GREAT SHOE:
New Balance Men’s Fresh Foam Cruz Running Shoe This is the most comfortable athletic shoe of all time! It’s got plenty of bounce and the light, the natural fit is awesome. And for folks that don’t like to wear socks, this is a great shoe!

A REALLY GREAT FITNESS WATCH: Fitbit Ionic Smartwatch
I have downloaded and stored more than 250 songs on the watch and can play them without the use of the smartphone paired with it. It’s sleek, sporty and cheaper than the Apple Watch! It doesn’t have all the capacity of the Apple Watch, but it’s a great fitness tracker and watch in one!

A REALLY GREAT GADGET: Criacr Bluetooth FM Transmitter, Wireless In-Car FM Transmitter Radio Adapter Car Kit.
I love this thing. In my 2007 Jeep Cherokee, I can connect my music via Bluetooth to my outdated sound system and my phone and speak handsfree. It is a handy gadget if you drive an older car or one with no Bluetooth capabilities.

A SUPPLEMENT I BELIEVE IN: Premium MCT Oil derived only from Coconut Oil.  Jenny and I both throw 2 tablespoons into our coffee every morning. I am convinced that I have more energy as a result of this stuff. Yes, it might be in my head, but if it is, I’d still pay to have the kick from the coconut oil. The greatest part, other than the energy? You can’t taste it.

And a quote that I am pondering from Nelson Mandella:
“As I walked out the door toward the gate that would lead to my freedom, I knew if I didn’t leave my bitterness and hatred behind, I’d still be in prison.” 

See you Sunday for a very special day at Sugar Hill Church. We gather to worship at 9:30a and 11:00a. We also have a Spanish speaking service at Sugar Hill Espanol at 11:00a. And, as always we stream all services live on Facebook and live.sugarhill.church.

–AChuck

4forFRIDAY by ACHUCKAllen  –  March 16, 2018

Each Friday I offer up at least 4 recommended reads, listens, learnings, gadgets or reviews. These are not necessarily faith-based or church-related, but they each have encouraged or helped me in some way. I trust that they might do the same for you!

A Book that I Reread: A Taste of Heaven by R.C. Sproul

This is a great read. If you have ever wanted to read a very practical look at the eternity we hold dear as Christians…Read this book. The picture that stays in my heart is best painted with Sproul’s own words: “If God Himself were to design worship, Heaven is what it would look like.”

A Handy Tool I Purchased: Masterplug Extension Cord Reels and Accessories

A Great Set of LED Cool White Shop Lights

These lights are amazing. I hung two in my garage and wow! It’s like daylight in my garage when I’m piddling around on a woodworking project or messing around getting the fishing kayak ready for the next trip to the lake.

A Podcast that is Essential if You Market or Need to Clarify Your Messaging: StoryBrand with Donald Miller: Specifically this Podcast with Todd Herman

This has become a weekly go-to for my inner marketer. I totally enjoy the discussions and Donald Miller might only be second to Oprah as the best interviewer in America. Every Podcast is great, but my two favorites are with Todd Herman and Scott Hamilton.

And a quote that I am pondering from George Bernard Shaw. “The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place.”

A Reminder of a Great Resource for You and Your Family: WeekdayPodcast.com
5 Minutes a Day and Five Days a Week. A Message of Encouragement and Hope from Sugar Hill Church.

Go In Peace! AChuck