Apprising Ministries

Hey everyone. Here's a recent dialogue I had with Ken Silva, president of Apprising Ministries. (www.apprisingministries.com) Enjoy!

----- Original Message -----
From: Nate Lattimore
To: apprising@hughes.net
Sent: Sunday, June 15, 2008 6:25 PM
Subject: Article idea


Hey Pastor,

I've been reading your website lately and would love to see an article on your take of the life of Jesus, his message, etc... Maybe a breakdown of the sermon on the mount.

I know your busy but I would love to see it.

Thanks so much!

In Him,
Nate


From: apprising@hughes.net
To: natelattimore@hotmail.com
Subject: Re: Article idea
Date: Sun, 15 Jun 2008 18:35:11 -0400


Hey Nate,

Thank you for contacting Apprising Ministries. Just so you know, I wasn't born yesterday.

If you really wanted an article on the life of Jesus, His Message, etc. there are scores and scores of ministries on the Internet from which you can choose. And here's one of the very best sites on the web: http://www.gty.org/

So go for it Nate, knock yourself out. But here's a li'l tip for ya: In the future don't underestimate the intellect of those whom you write. This is because you might not be as clever as you may happen to think you are.

Thanks so much!

For Christ's honor I labor,

Pastor Ken Silva
President
Apprising Ministries
http://apprising.org/
Ezekiel 3:7-14


From: Nate Lattimore
To: Apprising Ministries
Sent: Sunday, June 15, 2008 7:52 PM
Subject: RE: Article idea


I'm sorry Pastor Silva,

I realize there are numerous websites explaining the life of Jesus. I'm just trying to get your take on it. It seems as though everyone else's view on Jesus is wrong, I'm just wanting to hear your right view.

Thanks for taking me seriously, and don't be afraid to smile.

Have a stress free and blessed day.

Nate

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From: apprising@hughes.net
To: natelattimore@hotmail.com
Subject: Re: Article idea
Date: Sun, 15 Jun 2008 20:09:26 -0400


Hey no problem there Nate,

I figured someone with your obviously superior erudition (I had no idea what this word meant, so I looked it up. It's defined as: extensive knowledge acquired chiefly from books : profound, recondite, or bookish learning) would know "there are numerous websites explaining the life of Jesus." You'll pardon me if I don't believe that you do actually want to hear my take on His life.

But here's where your logic breaks down unfortunately: "It seems as though everyone else's view on Jesus is wrong, I'm just wanting to hear your right view." Note carefully what I said, ok Nate:
If you really wanted an article on the life of Jesus, His Message, etc. there are scores and scores of ministries on the Internet from which you can choose. And here's one of the very best sites on the web: http://www.gty.org/
Do you think I'm going to send you to someone whose view on Jesus is wrong? And if I say this is one of the very best sites to learn about the life of Jesus then it logically follows that I do not think "everyone else's view on Jesus is wrong."

So if you seriously do want to hear the "right view" about the life of Jesus then you may listen to Dr. John MacArthur. O, and don't be afraid to be a bit more serious Nate. A little stress actually produces character and perseverance.

May the Lord open your eyes that you might see the dark red sky this morning and recognize the time in which you live. I am afraid this is only the beginning and should the Lord tarry things are going to get mighty rough spiritually in the days ahead. You may believe me when I tell you that I sincerely wish I had better news.

Sincerely,

Ken Silva, pastor-teacher

----- Original Message -----
From: Nate Lattimore
To: Apprising Ministries
Sent: Sunday, June 15, 2008 8:35 PM
Subject: RE: Article idea


Pastor Ken,

Thanks for the email. I'm sorry to say I really would like to hear your take on the life and message of Jesus. I realize there are many good sources in which you find 'trustworthy,' but I don't want to hear theirs. I want to hear yours.

When people ask me who I think Jesus is, or what I believe, I don't point them to a website. I tell them about the Jesus who I know. And I was hoping you would do the same, both for all the fans and opponents of your website.

So if you would be so kind, please, tell us all your take on the life and message of Jesus.

And the Lord did open my eyes today. I awoke to a bright blue sky with a damp scent in the air from the rainfall the night before. I had a half full glass of coffee and was thankful it was Sunday. Then we went to church and sang a song. Let me share the words with you.


It's called Hosanna. It's by hillsong united

Verse 1
I see the king of glory
Coming down the clouds with fire
The whole earth shakes, the whole earth shakes
I see his love and mercy
Washing over all our sin
The people sing, the people sing

Chorus
Hosanna, hosanna
Hosanna in the highest

Verse 2
I see a generation
Rising up to take the place
With selfless faith, with selfless faith
I see a new revival
Staring as we pray and seek
We're on our knees, we're on our knees

Bridge
Heal my heart and make it clean
Open up my eyes to the things unseen
Show me how to love like you have loved me
Break my heart for what is yours
Everything I am for your kingdom's cause
As I walk from earth into eternity

Hosanna

That's what I see, Pastor Silva. The people I meet are beginning to take the very message of Jesus, God on earth, seriously. It's an exciting thing, and I can't help but be joyful for the things to come.



Peace Love Joy
Nate

From: apprising@hughes.net
To: natelattimore@hotmail.com
Subject: Re: Article idea
Date: Sun, 15 Jun 2008 21:07:46 -0400


THE SHADOW OF HIS CROSS http://www.apprising.org/archives/2007/03/the_shadow_of_h.html

TO BE KNOWN BY NAME http://www.apprising.org/archives/2005/11/to_be_known_by.html

----- Original Message -----
From: Nate Lattimore
To: Apprising Ministries
Sent: Sunday, June 15, 2008 9:32 PM
Subject: RE: Article idea


Thanks for that. That wasn't so hard was it?

Peace,
Nate

From: apprising@hughes.net
To: natelattimore@hotmail.com
Subject: Re: Article idea
Date: Sun, 15 Jun 2008 22:09:29 -0400


Nate,

There's a whole lot more to what I do in the Lord than Apprising Ministries.

And as a pastor I caution you to check your attitude.

For Christ's honor I labor,

Pastor Ken Silva
President
Apprising Ministries
http://apprising.org/
Ezekiel 3:7-14

General Editor
Christian Research Net
http://christianresearchnetwork.com/
2 Corinthians 11:12-15

----- Original Message -----
From: Nate Lattimore
To: Apprising Ministries
Sent: Monday, June 16, 2008 7:42 PM
Subject: RE: Article idea


Bro,

I'm a pk, I know the life of the pastor/missionary and how busy and overwhelming it can be.

I'm not sure I understand what you mean by attitude? I genuinely wanted to get your take on the life/message of Jesus.

I suggest you take a good hard unbiased look at the dialogue we've had, and if you're honest with yourself, you'll see who has the attitude.

Brother Nate Lattimore
President
The Grappling group
www.grapplinggroup.blogspot.com
I John 4:20

Re: Article idea
From: Apprising Ministries (apprising@hughes.net)
Sent:Mon 6/16/08 7:51 PM
To: Nate Lattimore (natelattimore@hotmail.com


Nate,

You said: "I'm not sure I understand what you mean by attitude?"

This has become painfully obvious.

Ken Silva