Making Art With 60,000 Woven Coffee Stirrers – I drink my coffee black. And yet, a lot of coffee places give me a stirrer with my order (I’m looking at you, Starbucks). So what do you do with those things? This guy came up with a great idea: Art. Check it out.

Time Machine Pugeot – It’s pretty cool when things go full circle. This video from Petrolicious tells the story of a man who, as a child, loved his dad’s car. Now, he has the opportunity to have his own. But there’s more, and it’s pretty sweet.

9 Houses Built Just For Spite – This made me laugh. People will do the strangest things just to prove a point. However, the results are pretty neat to look at.

The Lost Tribes Of The Amazon – Smithsonian.com has an interesting article about some of the indigenous tribes around the Amazon who have had no contact with civilization. The implications for missions are tremendous, once you get around the protection issue. Plus, there’s an interesting allusion to Noah’s flood on the third page.

Chavez’s Last Words And Yours – You may have heard that the president/dictator of Venezuela died earlier this month. One member of his presidential guard was close enough to hear his final words, and they are very telling. Chavez was very fearful and not ready. In light of his socialist beliefs, and his atheism, his final moments, and the ones after, must have been truly terrifying. This article asks a simple question: Are you ready?

Battling Sinful Sarcasm – I’ll be honest; I wasn’t too interested in reading this article. However, it spoke directly to my heart and touched a nerve. I’m fairly sarcastic most of the time, and what is described here isn’t what I wanted to hear. But it was needed. And with the prevalence of sarcasm in our society, you might need to hear it as well.

Isn’t it amazing that almost everyone has an opinion to offer about the Bible, and yet so few have studied it? – R. C. Sproul

A Field Guide To Caffeinating Yourself Into Oblivion (Infographic) – This visual reference graphic for the amounts of caffeine in various forms of coffee may come in handy one day. You never know when you will need to know facts like these…

A Matchstick Monastery – People who have the patience to do this kind of thing amaze me. I can get about as far as a matchstick figure of a monk. Maybe.

How Keys Work – We just had all new locks and door hardware installed at the church. In the process, everything was re-keyed. This animated image gives a great presentation of how keys work in locks.

Landscapes: Volume 3 – Outdoor photography fascinates me. Images of creation can be stunning. And the fact that God created this playground with us in mind humbles me. These shots are more examples of just how beautiful our earth can be.

7 Ways To Do A Bad Word Study – It sometimes can be difficult to convey the meaning of 2000 year old writings, in Greek, to a 21st century audience, in English. We often have to do word studies. But be careful of falling into these common traps when doing so.

Were They Drowning? – When Jesus slept while the disciples battle the boat across the Sea of Galilee during a storm, Mark writes that they were drowning. In this article, Bill Mounce, who helped translate the ESV and the NIV, takes a close look at this story. Prepare to be amazed all over again at the power of the Son of God displayed here.

Unholiness in a preacher’s life will either stop his mouth from reproving, or the people’s ears from receiving. – William Gurnall

A Spanish Look At The Chemex – I use a Chemex to make my coffee every day I’m in the office. I love the way it brews and leaves a very clean taste. Here’s a classy video about the Chemex.

Cheetahs Running In Slow Motion – God’s creativity is boundless. And watching Cheetahs run is just one example. As one of the fastest animals on the planet, Cheetahs are pretty impressive. But watching them in slow motion video only enhances the beauty of this amazing animal.

Adding Color To Historic Photos – Before the age of color photography, life was captured in blacks and whites. But have you ever wondered what things really looked like? Here are 20 photos that have been painstakingly colorized. That’s pretty cool!

The Secrets Of Grand Central Terminal Train Station – One of the busiest places in New York is Grand Central. But so many people who rush through there have no idea of what they are walking through. This interactive image of the station gives some pretty amazing facts and information about the building and its history.

Biblical Personal Finance – From Crown Financial to Dave Ramsey, biblical principles on the subject of money and finances are being taught in a lot of places. But America is still drowning in personal and consumer debt. Looking at both earning money and spending money, this article give a concise overview of what the Bible says about our money habits.

Putting Your Spouse First Actually Puts Your Kids First – Want your kids to grow up secure, knowing that you and your spouse love one another? Studies show that kids with the greatest security come from just that kind of home. But how do you build that? By putting your spouse first. This article gives some great encouragement on how to do just that.

We are more concerned about looking stupid (a fear of people) than we are about acting sinfully (fear of the Lord). – Ed Welch

The Hario V60 Coffee Machine – I have a Hario pour over kettle and the V60. I like them almost as much as my Chemex. So when I saw this I was immediately excited about the possibilities. Unfortunately, it seems to be only available in Japan right now. Too bad. But it saves me some money, I guess…

10 Twinkie Talking Points – With the demise of Twinkies a few months ago, this post brings a feeling of nostalgia with it. I wonder how much Twinkies are going for on eBay?

Can You Spot The Invisible Animal? – God has designed things in wonderful ways! These animals have the ability to blend in with their natural surroundings so perfectly that they become nearly impossible to spot. My kids loved this! The only one that took me a while to spot was the common snipe. Finally, I Googled an image, so I could see what I was searching for. Check the lower left quadrant.

A Quest For Hidden Spitfire Planes – Historical articles seem to always catch my eye. Especially when they concern hidden treasures, such as the 36 World War II Spitfires recently discovered in Burma. Most of the history of WW2 is about the European of American fronts. Very little is out there about the Burmese aspect of WW2. This discovery sheds a little light in that area.

Losing Adam – It’s rare these days to find much referring to the accurate historicity of the book of Genesis, especially the first eleven chapters. But there are some consequences for the rest of the Bible, as well as our faith, if we reject this portion of Scripture.

Bible Reading Plan For Kids – Spending time in God’s Word is an essential aspect to growing our faith. And I want my kids to develop that habit of intentionally reading the Bible as soon as possible. These Bible Reading Plans are simple and easy to use, helping to create a love for God and his Word in our children. Check these out. You may find them to be extremely useful.

There’s no such thing as faith apart from risk-taking. Creativity takes risk. The people who are most secure in Jesus Christ shouldn’t be scared to try new things. – Howard Hendricks

Clive Coffee & The Craft Of Espresso – If you have an espresso machine, then this little book is for you. With a letter pressed cover and hand-stitched binding, this booklet has that tactile quality you just don’t get from a blog post and it’s perfect for reading while sitting in your kitchen. This book covers a brief history of the drink and explains the core principles of grinding, pulling shots, steaming milk and clean-up. Not bad for $12.

11 Weirdly Spelled Words And How They Got That Way – Ever questions the sanity of the founding fathers of today’s American English? I know I have. I’ve often wondered why we spell things the way that we do. This post takes a quick look at eleven of those words and explains why they are the way they are. My favorites are Wednesday and February.

The Stunning Beauty Of The Perfect Spiral Galaxy M74 – Astronomy fascinates me. This shot of a galaxy named M74 is a direct view of its spiral features. The title says it all: stunning!

For 40 Years, This Russian Family Was Cut Off From All Human Contact, Unaware of WWII – The Smithsonian tells an incredible story of a family that was cut off entirely from all civilization for decades. How they survived, and how they reacted when exposed to others for the first time in years are very interesting.

Viral Image Of Superhero Dad And Son – This image has been circulating for a few weeks now. But every time I see it, I’m reminded that my time with my kids is limited, and that I need to do what it takes to be a great dad. This guy gets that.

How’s Your Bible Reading Going? – Now that we are well into February, it’s time to take stock. How is your Bible reading going? Too many people start strong at the first of the year and then fizzle out. This article gives some great input and encouragement to stay strong.

A man’s treatment of money is the most decisive test of his character – how he makes it and how he spends it. – James Moffat

A Year In Coffee Consumption 2012 – One of the best sources for all things coffee is Dear Coffee, I Love You. While this post is over a month old, the idea behind it is pretty fun: tracking the coffee consumed over the course of a year. I may have to try this…

The Nobel Winners Who Foiled the Führer – Who said that you’d never use that chemistry you learned in high school? This is a great story of how someone creatively saved the lives of others from the Nazi regime.

Mount Everest in 3.8 Billion Pixels – The Khumbu Glacier is one of the many found on Mount Everest. However, most of these glaciers have started to disappear. The GlacierWorks project documents the current state of the glaciers, providing records for study. This website uses a pretty cool technology called gigapixel navigation to get you in really close to the glacier. With stunning photography and incredible views, this is a must see.

Why CS Lewis Didn’t Write For Christianity Today – When Paul stated that he strove to be “all things to all people,” so that he might win some, he never imagined what that phrase would come to mean to someone like CS Lewis. Lewis knew his mission was to spread the gospel, but as times and circumstances changed in his life, so did his approach to spreading the message.

10 Positive Reasons To Train Your Kids In Cell Phone Use – Our kids nearing the age where a cell phone becomes almost a necessity, especially since we disconnected our home phone several years ago. In fact, one of our kids already has been given a phone. With today’s media and social saturation, it’s increasingly difficult to make sure our kids show restraint when using this technology. Here are ten great tips on how to do this.

Infographic: The Kings Of Israel – Sometimes, in youth ministry, as well as in our home school efforts, a nice poster can be a great help. Josh Byers has created a great infographic detailing the kings of Israel and Judah. This is a simple visual resource that helps our kids, the students in our church, and even me, see the timeline in proper perspective.

God desires to exercise mercy as much as you desire to feel it. – Thomas Manton

Darth Vader & His Moka Pot – Coffee Circle has a history of making creative videos, and this one does not disappoint. Using what they call the “vilest” of brewing methods, and perhaps the most famous personality from the dark side, this video explains how a moka pot can actually make great coffee. May the taste be with you!

Paperman – Full Animated Short Film – Animation technology continues ton get better and better. One day soon, the lines between real and animated will be next to invisible. It’s almost there already. With a new groundbreaking technology that seamlessly integrates computer animation with hand drawn images, this film shows a bit of the future that Disney is headed towards.

2012 Photomicrography Winners – God’s creation is beautiful even at the smallest level, as these photos show. Photomicrography is defined as images captured through magnification, such as through a microscope. The level of detail has greatly improved over the past few years, and these images are absolutely stunning.

Homemade Peanut Butter – Our family is trying to eat healthier and smarter. That means limiting things that are processed or may contain ingredients that we want to avoid, such as MSG, nitrates, and more. Peanuts are a healthy source of protein, but commercial peanut butter leaves a lot to be desired. So, make your own. You may never buy peanut butter again.

How A Nickel And A Paperboy Brought Down A Cold War Spy – As I’ve mentioned before, history is a favorite subject of mine. And stories like this one I find especially intriguing. Spies. Hollow coins. Micro photographs. It’s a pretty amazing story.

Five Promises For Your Bible Reading And Prayer – All too often, we go through the motions when it comes to our faith. We all do. But God’s Word contains some pretty amazing promises. The Desiring God website has identified five of them in this article that may prove to be a source of encouragement for you.

Small numbers make no difference to God. There is nothing small if God is in it. – D.L. Moody