We Need Fighter Pilot Names

I’ve always seen church planters as kind of the mavericks of pastoring…the fighter jockeys of the church leadership world. With that in mind I was reading a Twitter post by Travis Johnson and got to thinking…we all need fighter pilot call signs!!! I think I’d like mine to be “Destroyer“…named after one of the greatest albums of all time. I think Travis’ should be “Manbags”…which is pretty evident by what he is known for. I’d also like to propose the following names for consideration:

Gary Lamb would be “Bulldog” because…well…he’s has sin in his life.

Perry Noble could be “Fast Track” since he’s the only person I know that jogs at 3:00 a.m. before he catches a plane flight.

Pastor Steven Furtick would obviously be “Rockstar”.

I’m thinking “Meanstreak” for Shawn Lovejoy since he’s always talking about being mean about the vision

I’m sorry to say but Dave Anderson would be “Band Aid”.

I’d have to give “Axe Man” to Jay Hardwick since he killed me in Guitar Hero.

Vince Antonucci would be “Hammerhead” because of his famous “shark fishing” blog post.

There are still a bunch of church planters out there without fighter pilot names…if you guys can think of a few more…drop a comment.  I’m especially looking for a good name for Tadd Grandstaff.

My Most Embarrassing Moment

My buddy Travis Johnson posted about his most embarrassing moment on his blog…and I commented about an unforgettable moment from my comedy days.  However, tonight I was reminded of a truly more embarrassing moment…one that just occurred a few weeks ago.  You can read about here at Courtney Bridges blog…she’s the wife of Kyle…our Executive Pastor.  The story involves a blackout at our office…some strange noises…safety scissors…and a William Wallace sword.  Try not to laugh too much…I felt like such an idiot when the moment was over!! 

My Segway Experience

One of the highlights for me at this year’s Exponential Conference was when my buddy LV of Catalyst Road Trip fame taught me how to ride a Segway. I about killed myself…and others…but had a blast in the process. Check out the video below…

Dave Ferguson Singing “Be Our Guest”

One of the funnier moments in our interview with Dave Ferguson at Exponential 2008.

Hello, I’m Tony Morgan

Yesterday I received a very strange box in the mail.  It was hand addressed to me with no return address and no indication on who it was from (see Item A below).  When I opened it (after testing it for biological and chemical agents…not to mention for explosives) I found a BUNCH of business cards.  I thought that was great since I just ordered a new batch of business cards (between Evolve and Unleash mine were all gone).  Imagine my surprise when all of the cards turned out to be for…Tony Morgan (see Item B below).  At first I thought it was a mistake…but upon further contact to Tony I found out that it was indeed not a mistake.  Seems a week or so ago Tony Twittered that he hardly ever gave out business cards because no one really asks for them.  I replied back that if he would send me one of his business cards that I would create a “place of honor” for it on my fridge.  Lo and behold…Tony sent enough cards to paper the entire kitchen!!! 

I think while I’m at Exponential…when people come up to me…I’ll say, “Hello, I’m Tony Morgan” and give them one of his cards. 

Now…if only I could pull off a way to say, “Hello…I’m Pastor Steven Furtick” and give out one of his cards 

ITEM A

ITEM B

We Needed A Study For This???

They actually spent money to fund a scientific study to tell us what every married man in America already knew!!! It doesn’t matter how broke we are in the Elrod house…money becomes no object when my wife tries the same “experiment” with me!!!

If Denise ever reads my blog…I’m going to get killed for this one. Courtney…not a word!!!

Words Of Wisdom Sent From Someone At Compass Point

“Friendship is like peeing your pants, everyone can see it…but only you can feel the true warmth!” 

This was emailed to me a few minutes ago from someone that’s been around Compass Point for a while.  Does this show you what kind of freaks we attract.  I love it!!!  

This Is Too Funny

I blew my morning Coke all over the computer screen when it showed the guy’s feet dangling. The dude kind of reminds me of “Mad Jack“….which has quickly become one of my favorite Internet stars. Thanks to Rich/Luthsem for giving me a head’s up on the video above.

Who Worship Leaders Look Like

Thanks to the help of Matthew Paul Turner, I have finally pinpointed who almost every young worship leader in America looks like…RYAN freakin’ SEACREST.  Don’t believe…take a look!!! 

I Can Beat Up Over Two Dozen Five-Year-Olds

Saw this over at Boomer’s blog and just had to try it.
By the way, my count was 27 kindergarten students I can wup up!!!