If you are in a shell - interpretive dance

Do you ever feel like you need to hide your[true]self from others?  What are you afraid of?
If one person could say something to really encourage you to be strong, unafraid, and secure, who would it be and what would you want them to say?

Recycled Orchestra - Landfill Harmonic

What do you first see when you see something trashy?  What is your first mental reaction?  How do you think God wants us to see people and react to people that maybe are "slummy?"

1 Year Old Snowboarder

Some of us discover our God given abilities early and the rest of us find them later.  What abilities has God given you?  How did you learn that you had those abilities?

Bicycling Downhill Backwards at 50mph

Many times in life we accomplish pretty cool feats.  What is something amazing you'd like to do that you haven't done yet?

Cats Stealing Dog Beds

Have you ever had something you dearly enjoyed get taken from you?  How did that make you feel?
Think about any small ways that perhaps you take from others (front seat, first in line, dominate conversations, eat the last cookie, etc)...in what ways do we justify our behavior?

One Camera 360 shot at 7200fps

What if you could slow life down and observe the subtle effects that happen from certain choices we make?  What things in life would you like to go back, observe, and evaluate in super slow motion?  (and as a result understand cause and effect...i.e. consequences)

Sitting in a Ball Pit with a Stranger

If you chose to sit in a public ball pit with a stranger what would you want to know?  What would be the first couple questions you would ask?  What would you want them to know about yourself?  What wouldn't you want them to know?

AMG Vision Grand Turismo

Is there any other car out there that is cooler than this one?  What standards do we use to measure coolness?  How did we come up with those standards?  Evaluate your standards for coolness and try to come up with healthier ones.

Dangerous Slackline Tight Rope Walk

Sometimes in life it feels like we are on a journey that just too difficult.  We live with stress, the unknown future, and the difficulty to stay standing.  As a Christian, God will help us stay the course until we eventually make to the other side (Phil.1:6, 1Cor10:13, Eph6:10-18).  What challenges do you face where you realize you need God to help you get through?

Semi Truck Long Jump

How do you define success?  Does your definition include failure?  Or how many times you try and try again until achievement?  How do determine when to stop trying?

Fox Dives Headfirst Into Snow

What kinds of things do you go headfirst for?  Why?
What kind of special abilities has God given you?  How can you use them to give Him glory?

MTB Backflip Over 72ft Canyon

Sometimes walking with God can be scary because it's adventurous and requires great risk...but it's always exhilarating!  What journey's has God taken you on that you can look back and thank Him enthusiastically for?  
"...narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it" (Mt7:14)

TRON Dance

To pull something off like this requires planning, practice, and patience.  But would this be as amazing as it is without the technical programmer who is not seen in this video?  That person's skill is what makes this dance performance over the top.  When you think about the people in your life, how can you be like this programmer and help those people shine?

1200F Molten Aluminum into an Ant Hill

Have you taken the time to really think through how much God loves His children?  Scripture talks about God's thoughts of us vast, many, and precious.  Take some time to explore the many ways you can see God loving you (provision, protection, pleasure, etc).

Nina Conti Ventriloquist

What does it mean to be controlled by the Spirit?  Romans 8:9 says,"But you are not controlled by your sinful nature. You are controlled by the Spirit if you have the Spirit of God living in you. (And remember that those who do not have the Spirit of Christ living in them do not belong to him at all.)"How does one let God speak through you?  1 Peter 4:11 says, "If anyone speaks, they should do so as one who speaks the very words of God."

Jennifer is a Party Pooper

Have you ever misunderstood a someone and as a result put your foot in your mouth?  How did that make you feel?
Have you ever misinterpreted someone's behavior?  How did that make them feel?
When you think about a certain person's history and background, how does that help you understand the person?

Car Stunts and Trick Shots

What could God do with a quirky ability you have?  How can it be used for His glory and not your own?  What is a good strategy for you to glorify God with your abilities?

The guys in these videos aim to please God.  Quoting from their website, their "ultimate goal is to glorify Jesus Christ in everything that we do. We want to use this platform for something much bigger than us."  


Cure: Before and Afters

If you were to see someone severely crippled walk up to you, what kinds of emotions do you think you'd feel?  How would you start the conversation?  What would you be afraid of?

Dog Sings the Blues

Sometimes we all have that one thing we just can't help but react to.  What is one thing you ALWAYS react to?  And think a little about it: why do you react the way you do?

Kids Getting Sprayed with Water Bottle

Have you ever wondered why sometimes it is the simple things in life that can bring us joy or create laughter?  Why do you think that is?  What do you think God's intention is for that mechanism in us?

How the German Language Sounds

You may think you have a good idea of what you sound like to others (your demeaner and your attitude speaks volumes)...but how do you really know unless you ask?  Will you ask those who know you best to share with you the general impressions you give?  If you won't ask, why not?

World's Fastest Mobility Scooter

Do you ever look at things in your life and wish you could spice them up?  If you had the resources (skill, time, funding), what is one normal thing in your life that you would radically improve?

2 year old singing the Beatles

What is your greatest way of learning (listening, watching, experiencing, etc)?  How do you think this child learned this song?  Now think of how you are living your life...what if a child was watching you and imitated you...Is your life worth imitating?
If your life had a song to it, what would the lyrics be to your chorus?

Japanese Kids Dancing

Google defines Role Model as "A person looked to by others as an example to be imitated."  This person is an influencer.  What makes a good role model a good one?  Discuss this statement: You are a role model to someone whether you are trying to be or not. 

Camera Warfare

Say you're in the heat of battle and your camera is the weapon of choice, what pictures would you take first?  Why did you prioritize them that way?  

Or, say you were told you had one last picture to take, ever...what kind of picture would you take and why?

Shadow Theater Group - Memorial Day Tribute

Are you thankful for our military servicemen/women?  Have you ever thought about the sacrifice their families have gone through?  What's to stop you from showing your gratefulness the next time you see someone in uniform...or even their family members?

Dog Boarding

What is it about our relationship with animals...like, why do we enjoy them?  Why do you think God made it possible?  In what ways do humans take their relationship with animals too far?

Dogboarding from DANIELS on Vimeo.

The Physics of Pizza

Who likes math?  How can understanding this concept of eating pizza better influence other decisions (this might take extra effort to think)?  Why is it that some of us just don't care and would rather just eat the pizza?  What are we missing out on?

Bird Box from 1890

Does this amaze you that this birdbox was made in 1890?  Think about the intricacies...what is amazing and why?  What does this do for you appreciating old technology?

Plate Spinning

Debate this: is it better to have the ability to many things good or few things well?  Why or why not?

Or, what is the lure in being busy and doing more?  How do you determine priorities?

Best Coin Ever Spent

What would make you stop in your tracks and cause you to ponder beauty?  How do you determine which is more valuable: the thing you are going to or the thing begging you to stop and enjoy?

Or think about how Christians are supposed to be in this world. They are to be like light and doing good works.  What if Christians came together like this orchestra...what beauty could be beheld?

I See Nothing

What is your first reaction when you catch someone doing something wrong?  How do you determine what your responsibility is?

Big Master Dunk

Have you ever just believed and knew you could do something?  In your mind you've perfected the form, imagined the success, dreamed of the fame?  What happens to your attitude when you fail?

Kitten vs Lizards

Can you ever get so focused on one thing that you forget about everything else?  What are the pros and cons to such focus?

Or have you ever thought about why we get the heebeejeebeez as an aftershock?  You know, that delayed twitch after the initial scare?

Couple Karaoke

This guy was ready and delivered!  What if someone came up to you and asked you to do something you happened to be good at...what fears would come up for you?

Or what about his wife.  Do you think he found the right spouse (do they seem to be a good fit for each other)?  What is a good way to go about finding the right spouse?

Feather Balancing by Miyoko

Where does patience come from to accomplish such a feat?  Or think about the first "building block"...once you remove it the whole thing falls apart.  Spiritualize that thought; what can you come up with?  (...faith is like the feather...)

Accidental Parchute Deployment

You're going along life and thinking everything is hunky-dory...until all of a sudden you're sucked out the back of an airplane!  Spiritually speaking, are you prepared if you made a sudden exit from life?  How do you know if you have a "spiritual parachute" or not? 

Or taking this another direction...think about wisdom being applied in a situation like this.  What could this guy have done differently?  What about his friends watching, what could they have done differently?  How could you help someone who's on the edge of making a bad choice?

Logan the ShowStopper

What kind of music gets you going?  Why do you think it makes you move?  What do you think God was thinking when He made humans to respond to music?

Me and My Cello - So Happy Together

Is it possible for someone to be completely happy without another person, ever?  In what ways do we fill our relational void with other things?  God said it was not good for man to be alone; and yet why do some people prefer the life of loneliness?

If you give a moose a muffin...

Ever hear this expression about a needy person: you give an inch, they take a mile?  What are some healthy ways to deal with people who take more than they need?  What do you think contributes to their desire and behavior?

ThePianoGuys - One Direction, What Makes You Beautiful

Look what happens when you pull together 5 talented musicians where they work hard and practice.  What project could you and few others pull off with that kind of dedication?  What kind of influence could you have on those younger than you?  How many mistakes do you think these guys made before they perfected this song?  What can that teach us?

Flash Mob - Tic Tac

What might it feel like if all your friends just abandoned you?  How would that impact your faith?  Or what if there was something about you that repelled people away, would you want to know?  Would you want to change that about you or would you just keep letting people avoid you?

Baby & Me - Evian

Many people want to be young, feel young, and look young.  Why is that?  What is good about that desire?  What is not helpful (and maybe hurtful)?  Think about it's larger effect on society and who it effects across the board.

Bicyle from Recycled Car Parts

God is in the business of taking the old you and making you into a new you.  Some things will look familiar, but you really are a new person.  What kinds of things have changed in you since you became a Christian?  What things are still hanging around that should be recycled?

Bear Cubs Stuck

If you didn't read the title of this post and just started watching the video, did you wonder why the lady put the ladder in the dumpster?  Have you ever watched someone behave in an unusual manner only come to find out their behavior was extraordinary?  Have you ever misjudged someones choices thinking they were foolish, and then it was you who looked a fool for judging?

Or would you help someone (or something) out even if you might get hurt?

Bust Stop Dancing Queen

Has God ever put something in your heart that just has to come out?  Ever fear what you might look like on the outside if it showed what was really going on the inside?  Or do you feel like people look at you and think you don't have skill?  What if you were to let God use you...would it shock the world?

How Deal with Hecklers

How do you handle criticism?  When someone is constantly coming at you, what is a good way of responding?  Look up these two Proverbs and talk about both their meaning and differences: 10:14 and 21:23.

How Animals Eat

How do Christians look to unbelievers?  They know we are some kind of weird animal...so how are we contributing to their perceptions?  If they were to watch your Christian community, what behaviors would they observe?

The Rockwell Turbo Encabulator

Do you enjoy when people speak "over your head" with grandiose words or topics?  Have you thought about what your "christianese" sounds like to an unbeliever?

What about those of us that enjoy getting nerdy with Theology...when you try to explain your discoveries of God, how can you be effective in your communication without fire-hosing them with information?

 

Here are more versions of the same thing:

http://youtu.be/MXW0bx_Ooq4

http://youtu.be/2fjcJp_Nwvk

Big Brother Helping Little Sister

Would you lay down you life to help someone?  In which cases would you not?

Or think about the camera person: is it good that he/she just video taped it instead of helping the little girl?  Why or why not?  What would you have done?

Best Flips, Jumps, Feats of 2013

Who do you give credit for the awesomeness you see in people (who made them)?  Why is it that we ooo and ahh when we see something like an amazing feat, but we don't acknowledge those who give extraordinary love?  What motivates people to try crazy things?  What would motivate you to do crazy things for God?

Soccerball Freestyle

God wants you to surrender to Him.  Imagine what He could do with you if you were like this soccerball.  What could He do?

Big Body Drumming

Would you allow your body to be used for entertainment?  What does this cost you?  When it comes to teamwork, is it fair for one team member to take the brunt of the pain?  ...or should it all be shared equally?  Why or why not?

Google Nose

Are we seeking anything artificial?  You know, we have legitimate needs but we seek out solutions that leave us wanting?  Or what about interpretation...do we try to use tools that inappropriate for the job of identifying truth?  Or do you ever get duped into believing something, but hey, wait a second, that's not possible?!!?

Sergio Garcia - Shot of the Day

If you had bad shot, would you take a mulligan (a retry with a penalty) or would you take the risk and work creatively to get yourself out of a bind?  If you tried and failed at something, what would make you not give up?  How do you practice and prepare for the unusual circumstances you may find yourself in?

 

Squirrel 007

Do you ever feel like God makes you go through all these hoops before He rewards you?  What does God say about rewards (eg Hebrews11:6)?  What about prayer; do you think you have to have a certain prayer before God hears you?  What does the Bible say about that (eg Psalm33:18)?

Elk Battle & Guard Rail

When you are in conflict with someone, do you ever talk around the issue without ever bringing up the actual issue?  Or do you ever get so focused on someone else that you neglect to observe the barriers that prevent you from truly engaging?  Or have you ever noticed that God may put something/someone in between you and someone else so you don't hurt each other?

Messy Mondays - Spiritual Feelings

Is your spiritual life dictated by your feelings?  What is the appropriate balance we should have in listening to our feelings?  How do you know if you answered the previous question rightly?  What if Jesus followed His feelings instead of the Father's will?

8yo Girl Guitar Shredder

What kinds of things are younger ones learning these days?  How can we explore our potential skill sets and discover amazing talents?  If you had an awesome gift, how would you use it and why?

Busting a move

Who says you can't dance?  Are you willing to put practice in and do well or are you too afraid to look a fool?
 

Ignatius - rockstar youth workers

Oh man.  Satire to the max.  If you're a youth worker, what are you willing to compromise to be "effective"?  Have we stopped analyzing ourselves to see if we have slid down the compromise hill?  Why is it we are tempted to try and be cool?  May we constantly examine whose kingdom we are trying to build.

View Ignatius in HD from travis hawkins on Vimeo.

Awesome Drumline

What would it look like to outsiders if Christians actually worked hard together for the Gospel?  Scripture says they will glorify God (Mat5:16); it also says they will know we belong to Christ (John13:35).  Read Psalm 133:1 and draw some implications about your circles of influence.

Is Justice Worth It?

After you watch this video about Justice, think about the Divine perspective towards humanity.  Is pursuing humanity worth it to God?  Why did He send His Son?  Why does He still keep sending love to us?  Are we worth it?

2yo Hoops Trick Shots

I don't know what to say about this video.  The only thing that comes to mind (spiritually speaking) is in Matthew 18:3 where Jesus said, "Truly I tell you, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven."

13yo girl sharp shooter

Do you think this skill is something she was born with?  How much hard work did she have to put in to be this good?  How many misses do you think she has ever racked up?  How much practice are you willing to put before you attain this level of skill?  Would you be willing to have a lot of misses before you started hitting consistently?

Last Second Basketball Shot

When was the last time you risked something?  Did you expect the impossible?  Why is it that we always "shoot" for something amazing (like half-court shots) and when we don't make it we still keep trying?  What drives us to keep trying the impossible?

Dancing DUI

Have you ever tried to lie or keep a secret, and it just slipped out?  If we would just tell the truth, it would save us lookin' a fool.  Luke 12:3.

Endless Slinky

Ecclesiastes 2:17 "So I hated life, because the work that is done under the sun was grievous to me. All of it is meaningless, a chasing after the wind."  Have you ever evaluated why you do what you do?  Is there more to this life?

the Drop Box

Open your eyes to a need and ask God, "What can I do to help, Lord?"  Are you willing to let God use you if you need to give of yourself?  Are you doing anything crazy for God?

Lion Hugs

Would you help someone who might hurt you?  Would you still help someone even if you knew you'd get hurt?  When was the last time you expressed gratitude?  What is stopping you from giving a hug to someone you really care about?



Misusing iPad

Have you ever given some advice and someone completely misunderstood it or taken it the wrong way?  Have you ever misinterpreted Scripture (like "where 2 or 3 are gathered...)?  Have you ever shared anything of high value to you, only for someone else to treat it like a kitchen utensil?

Hero Rush 2013

When we think of heroes, we tend to think of extraordinary...as in extra ordinary.  Superheroes, acts of valor, courageousness in the midst of fear, etc.  What do you think of when it comes to heroics?  Do you think heroes are made or just happen?  What makes someone a hero?


Orange Peanut for me

Have you ever said something you wish you didn't?  How did it work it out? ...or... 

Have you ever had what you said misinterpreted?  How could you work on your communication skills? ...or... 

Have you ever shared something with someone, only to hear what you said came back to you all twisted?  How does that make you feel?

God Made Me Fast

Do you feel God's pleasure in what you do?  Have you thought about that maybe God gave you certain abilities...and wonder why?  In what ways do you bring honor to God with your abilities?

Dragon House Dubstep

God can give you skills to wow people...how could these skills be used to share the goodnews of Christ?  Eric Liddell used his skill for the glory of God.  How could you use yours?  How can you work on your skills to improve the receptivity of others?  How could you work with a team to improve your communication and representation?


Surprised by a Bear

What would you do if a bear just showed up and started using your stuff?  What is your attitude like when you get forcefully interrupted?


Invisible Driver in a Drivethru

What is your first reaction when your reality gets challenged?  What serious of questions go through your mind (is this real, am I dreaming, is this possible, what is going to happen next, etc)?

 

Frozen Offensive Lineman

Can we count on you to play your role on our team?  What effect are you having by not participating?


World Record Ski Jump

Before his world record jump, he uses his last moments to tell people about Jesus.  What would your last words be?  Probably what is most important to you.


Fruit Ninja to Dubstep

What if your entire life led up to this moment?  Would you be prepared to tackle the challenge of now?  Have you thought about your arsenal of knowledge (Scripture, life experience, parental guidance, advice from people more mature than you) and how you can apply it?  Whatever gets thrown your way (fruits or bombs), how are you going to handle it?

DubStep Bird

How do you think this bird learned dubstep?  What about you...do you think what you listen to influences you?  Why or why not?

Watching Someone Stack Rocks

Do we ever give special attention to something that will inevitably crumble?  It may be "neat" for a short period, but what significance does it bring?  

or, do you ever just sit and watch someone hoping something amazing will happen?  And after you watched it reflected on its value and how it didn't really matter if you watched it or not?

Kinda like watching someone stack rocks.