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Top Ten Posts for 2009—Thank you!

By caryschmidt | December 31, 2009

About a year ago, I ramped up the development of this blog, not really sure what would happen. I want to be an encouragement to others, and I’m thankful that you would read and for the many who have responded with comments, emails, etc. Honestly, this blog has been a lot of fun—a needed diversion [...]

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Do Social Networks Change Behavior?

By Cary Schmidt | September 24, 2009

USAToday published an interesting article today about the impact of the internet and social networking. Here are a few of the statistics they shared: How social-networking services affect the everyday behavior of millions of Americans: An Ohio State University study links Facebook to lower grades. According to a survey of 219 students, published in April, [...]

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Encouraging Words Goes Mobile

By Cary Schmidt | June 16, 2009

More and more people prefer to read blogs “on the go” through their mobile device. I am happy to announce that you  can now view this blog in a mobile version through your mobile phone browser (designed for iPhone, Adroid, or iPod touch.) Simply type in the URL and the site should automatically detect your [...]

Posted in books and resources | Also tagged communication, productivity, technology | 1 Comment

What Spurgeon Says About Internet Gossip

By caryschmidt | June 13, 2009

The following is an excerpt from C.H. Spurgeon that speaks powerfully to how we as Christians should invest our time, our efforts, and our words. May we live our lives and invest our time into things that glorify Christ and edify people. This quote has a powerful significance in this day of internet gossip and [...]

Posted in christian life | Also tagged biblical living, communication, twitter | 4 Comments

Twitter—90 Days Later

By caryschmidt | February 24, 2009

The Blessings and Benefits of Learning the Art of Microblogging! A little over 90 days ago, I began using Twitter. Eight months ago I was sure it was the dumbest thing I had ever seen. But after a little examination and consideration, I decided to give it a try with my family and friends. It’s [...]

Posted in media & tech | Also tagged ministry, technology, twitter | 6 Comments

Blogs and Twitters—Is There a Point?

By Cary Schmidt | November 14, 2008

Why I Decided to Start Using Twitter Why blog? Why Twitter? Is there a good reason for these things? That is the question I’ve been asking myself for the past year or so. I’m not usually an “early adopter” of potentially harmful things. Rather, I like to study, to watch, to pray, and to consider. [...]

Posted in media & tech | Also tagged technology, twitter | 10 Comments
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