Much to the dismay of many of us “older” Americans, technology is rapidly shaping our culture.  I have heard preacher’s warn against the evils of modern technology devices in the Church.  I’ve heard that you can’t get a “King James Bible” on those modern phones and such.  I’ve even heard it said that God no longer inspires songwriters in this modern age.  Yes, I’ve heard just about everything when it comes to change.  Unfortunately almost all of what I hear is just flat out wrong.

God can and does use modern technology to spread his word.  I wonder if the first Christians to use the radio or television to spread the Gospel found themselves being criticized for the use of such satanic devices.  I know that in some circles many who use the Internet, projectors, and electronic bibles face criticism for doing so.

If you fall in that group who opposes change then let the criticism begin.  As of last Sunday I began to use my Tablet from the pulpit.  I loved it.  It is really easy and fast to navigate to any verse in the Bible, notes are readily accessible and best of all, it doesn’t fall off the pulpit and slide underneath like my paper notes have done in the past.

My tablet of choice was the Motorolla 10.1 Droid XYboard.  I am still learning some of the ins and outs of the device, but first impressions are positive.  I love the performance and feel it provides.  The screen size is perfect and the choice of apps is more than I would ever need.    The only negative I have is the connection to the Verizon networks drops occasionally.  I am hoping this will be addressed in a software upgrade, but if not, it is a minor issue.  I am using Cadre Bible as my Bible App.  It has taken a bit of practice to learn how to efficiently take notes and prepare my sermons.  It is not easy to copy and paste, but placing notes to multiple verses could not be easier.  I need to get a Strong’s concordance and dictionary for the app.  I have already had discussions where it would have been handy to have the information readily accessible.

Overall, I feel very good about the choice.  I am pleased to be part of “The Tablet Age”.

1999 Dodge 2500 4x4

Well now I’ve gone and done something that I had never done before.  For the first time ever I am the owner of a Dodge pickup truck.  After being disappointed with my last couple of Ford trucks, I purchased a 1999 Dodge Ram 2500 4×4.  IT has 159,000 miles on it, so it is far from new.  However, it is in extremely good condition, especially the interior.  It is a one owner truck and has been serviced exclusively at the original dealership.  I have dubbed my truck “The Green Goat” as it is a requirement that all my trucks are given such a moniker.  I hope that it brings me many happy miles and many heavy loads.