the other thing i would like to say is that the shoes are not meant to be an alternative form of witnessing. instead they are physical reminders of what GOD has done in our lives. they are a part of worship not some cheap easy way to avoid actually sharing the gospel in a personal way.

You don’t know me, but I found your site through J.T.’s Xanga site… I think the idea of providing shoes to the homeless is good… and hopes for a Godly encounter is good, but I think asking people to bring their shoes and drop them off is an easy way out… I rather see the donators bring their shoes themselves and share their God experience directly with the homeless, rather than jot it down or give it to someone else to do. Someone’s testimony never has more power or conviction than when shared by the one who experienced it. I don’t mean to squash one’s desire for giving and sharing testimonies, I am, however, tired of Christians(I know not all of them) looking for an easier way to “share their faith” than talking to people directly. Just my humble opinion.

Also, I don’t intend to be anonymous as I don’t have an account on this blog ring, so you may respond to me on my Xanga site http://www.xanga.com/Pat__Man

Thank you for your time, patience, and listening ear.

-Pat__Man

i definately agree that “extreme” was overused. it’s one of those that i personally would never want to see in the title of anything again. “postmodern” or “pomo” are at the point of over use for me also i would consider much of what i do ministry wise as “postmodern”) i’m just saying that “story” is fastly approaching that same status (though i love the concept behind the use of the word “story”). i’ve heard too many messages recently where the word “story” was used in every other sentence.

ARGH! it kills me.

Word.
J.T.