CCNet is undergoing a lot of changes. A new flash client has replaced Java. A new services which integrates the forums and live chat is being debuted very soon. The return of ChatBot will delight a lot of the old timers. And much, much more is on the way.

I think this is a key time for CCNet. Having been here for over 9 years, I have seen a lot of changes, but this season is particularly strategic. I believe the network is poised to make a widespread impact on the internet with...

Life offline has been very busy for me. This will be expecially true until at least next June. There are seasons in a person's life. Sometimes you have to pick and choose your activities and be realistic in the process. While I continue to be actively involved in the ministry of CCNet, I have curtailed some aspects of my activities. I will continue to post comments on this blog occasionally. I do monitor all incoming forum traffic. Plus I will remain involved in the personnel/content side of chat...

Psst. Some major changes are on the way for CCNet. I cannot yet give out details, but I believe it will be something which truly will enhance the user experience of all users, both on the chat and forums. Stay tuned!

CCNet will be hosting two special chats in the near future. The first will be a panel discussion on marriage and family. I will moderate a conversation with a few people who have years of experience in marriage and parenthood. The second also will be a panel discussion, this time on Bible and apologetics. I will announce the panel members and dates soon. I can tell you they both will occur on a Thursday at 9 pm cst in #thechapel. Stay tuned!

I sat in the dentist's chair early this morning, preparing to have some work done. The office manager came into the room and asked me if my medical history had changed at all. I said, "No."

She said, "Please initial here and then put today's date next to it."

I quickly did as she asked and then handed her the manila folder. The folder slipped out of her hand, and x-ray negatives spilled out onto my lap and then to the floor. I quipped, "Well, my medical history has...