3739 on Youtube!

well i finally did it! 3739 is now on youtube ha ha! check us out get the view number up! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8pixsjUltT0 or just watch it here! thanks again for the trip Lance! this is my gift to you!



-bent ;)

CREATION 08!

 

It's hard to believe that it has been five years, one thing for sure Creation never disappoints. Leroy is giving me a hard time about getting this post done, so Leroy this is for you.
Tuesday night the guys showed up at my house to help me pack. We started talking and it became clear that we were probably going to leave Tuesday night instead of leaving Wednesday morning. We decided to make Nathan Klassen the voice of reason, he was coming over to get a new Btln medallion. We told Nathan our conundrum,(big word, pretty smart eh?)obviously leaving at 10:00 p.m. is never a good idea, but Nathan told us what we wanted to hear, so we left that night. The border guard was a little skeptical when we arrived there around 10:30 p.m. but after a few questions he relented,(he let us go, another big word, I'm on a roll) we arrived at Wal-Mart in Colville around 11:30 p.m. We bought our supplies and left for Spokane. Somewhere between 1:00-2:00 a.m. we ate at Jack in the box, and let me tell you Jack is no friend of mine. After Jack we headed for the I-90, traffic was not a problem. About this time energy drinks became necessary, and the next thing we knew the sun was up.(It was a sweet sunrise, although it was kinda depressing) At 5:00 a.m. we arrived at Creation, we drove right in and set up right away. For the rest of the day we rested and didn't do very much.(obviously we were wiped) That night we went to Leeland, Hawk Nelson and Kutless, our first 24 hours were awesome!

 

Thursday we slept in. (as much as is possible in the heat, the new tent made a difference) In the afternoon we went to watch Pillar and after that we made one of our many trips to the merch. and c.d. tents. The whole week we had a crib tourney going on, we played a lot of crib. That night we went to Jeremy Camp and Switchfoot. No matter what you think of Switchfoot's music they are very entertaining, they are great live. Like years past it was so hot in the mosh pit that every night one of the highlights was drinking either Pepsi or Hawaiian Punch in a cup filled with ice. Menno was the snack of choice before bed. We started keeping track of all the things D-Pod hasn't done,(you haven't lived until you have .....)(e.g. eating at Red Robin) We also started keeping track of all the people that Charlie hates.(The list is pretty long, if you are reading this you are not on the list.)

 

Friday we went to see KJ-52, we were late for the concert but were able to meet him. We gave KJ a Btln Medallion, he was cool about it. That night we went to the Youth leaders only tent and listened to Tobymac give his testimony.(Among other things) It was sweet! Toby was saved at a summer camp.(Pines anyone?) After the talkback we walked outside and were able to meet Shonlock, one of Toby's singers/dancer/rapper, we gave him a Medallion. Later that night we watched Skillet and Tobymac. It was my first time watching Skillet, they were pretty good, I will probably buy their c.d., they were very entertaining. Next was Toby, and his show is always second to none. Always lot's happening on the stage. That night before the concert I was complaining to Ben that we never catch anything when the sponsors and the bands throw things into the crowd. You guessed it, that night Toby's drummer threw drum sticks into the crowd and I was able to grab one of them, needless to say it now resides in the Ark.

 

By Saturday we were ready for a break from the sun so we decided to go swimming. But because we didn't get Red Robin on the way down we decided to drive to Wenatchee.(Tuesday night we had gone to Red Robin's web sight.) Scratch one thing off of D-Pods list. After Red Robin we went to the river.(near Wenatchee) We became the entertainment for all those at the beach, apparently these people have not seen suicide frisbee before. I think Charlie came out on top. After we got back to Creation it was time to go see T.F.K., we have seen them many times, but this was the best concert I have seen them perform. If you have ever been to Creation you have seen the free hug t-shirts, and I am baffled every time I see one, why would you spend your money on this shirt? I'm not sure who's idea it was but we decided to buy one of these shirts. We decided that the loser of the crib tournament would have to wear the shirt to the Newsboys concert and not be able to turn down any hugs. Charlie lost and was forced to wear the shirt, it was hilarious, there were a lot of people smiling and laughing, Charlie was a good sport. That night we saw David Crowder and Newsboys, both Crowder and Newsboys were pretty good although I have come to expect more from the Newsboys. (Their light show is usually awesome)The Newsboys did the battle of the drummers and guess who caught one of Peters drum sticks?(I will never complain about not catching anything ever again) We were able to get set lists from the bands that played last each night, the streak is alive, it is now three years and counting. Sunday morning we packed up and started driving home, we stopped in Spokane for Boston Pizza and did a little shopping. Another Creation is in the books, it was awesome, can't wait until next year! If you have anything to add guys, leave your thoughts in the comments.

I haven't forgot about the top fifty pics, the P-DUB or the Meet The Nation with Nathan Klassen, they are all coming soon.

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WE'RE BACK!

 

 

 

 

Just got back from Creation 08, it was amazing! Just a few pictures right now, I will post more soon.

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MEET THE NATION - TIM FEENSTRA

 

Summer is such a good time, lots of guys(Btln Alumni)come home and it gives us a chance to ask them some questions. This time it's Tim Feenstra on the main stage.(But what is he playing? Metal or Country?) Anyways Tim was a Corporal for a couple of years and also helped as a leader. Tim is now living in Kamloops with his wife Camille.

RANDOM QUESTIONS
(1)Who is your favourite band?
(A)The Showdown
(2)What is your favourite style of music?
(A)Metal and Country
(3)Do you shave with an electric razor or a blade?
(A)Shave???
(4)What would rather grow? A beard or a moustache?
(A)Both
(5)What would you rather drive? A big truck or a fast car?
(A)Big truck
(6)Ford, Chevy or Dodge?
(A)Dodge
(7)What would you rather wear? A ball cap or a toque?
(A)Toque
(8)What is your favourite G.F. summer activity? Bridge jumping or tubing down the river?
(A)Bridge jumping
(9)What was your favourite class in school? Shop or P.E.?
(A)Shop
(10)What would you rather watch live? Your favourite band or your favourite sports team?
(A)Favourite band
(11)If you could be a superhero for a day who would you want to be?
(A)A Transformer
(12)What is your dream job?
(A)Getting paid to 4x4.
(13)If I had a million dollars....
(A)I would buy some property, nice truck, fast car....
(14)Do you have any nicknames?
(A)Jim, Krazy Tim, Sasquatch

BATTALION QUESTIONS
(15)What is your M.M.M. from Battalion?
(A)Kenny running into the goalpost.
(16)What is your favourite Battalion event?
(A)The pool parties
(17)What is your favourite Battalion shirt?
(A)If you hear the train coming get off the tracks.(railway crossing)
(18)What do you like better? Mike or Bulldog?
(A)Mike!
(19)What do you miss most about Battalion?
(A)Bulldog
(20)You get to the boat launch on your way out to the May Long when you realize that the boat doesn't have enough room for both your tarp and your food. What do you leave behind your tarp or your food?
(A)Hello? Tarp....it never rains at the May Long.
(21)How long have you been a part of the Btln Nation?
(A)8 years
(22)How do you spend most of your time at the May Long? Fishing or playing Cribbage?
(A)Fishing

FOOD QUESTIONS
(23)What is your favourite restaurant?
(A)Montana's
(24)Menu item?
(A)Burgers
(25)How do you like your steak?
(A)Bloody and kicking.
(26)What is your favourite vegetable? Beans or potatoes?
(A)Potatoes and applesauce.
(27)What do you like better? Burgers or pizza?
(A)Pizza
(28)What is your favourite flavour of chips?
(A)All dressed
(29)What do you like better? Coke or Pepsi?
(A)I don't believe this question is on here, the answer is Pepsi.

G.S.F. QUESTIONS
(30)Was there ever a time in high school that you would have rather climbed into a cage with a hungry bear than call the girl that you liked?
(A)Yes
(31)Have you ever been shafted by a girl?
(A)Yes
(32)What do you like better? Blondes, brunettes or redheads?
(A)I'd have to say brunettes.
(33)What do you like better? Short or long hair?
(A)Long hair
(34)What would you rather do on a first date? Dinner and a movie or 4x4ing up Moto?
(A)4x4ing up Moto, it works everytime.

SERIOUS QUESTIONS
(35)What is your favourite Bible verse?
(A)Isaiah 40:31 - but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.
(36)Who is your favourite Bible character?
(A)Samson
(37)Where are you working?
(A)Moly Cop Canada
(38)What are your plans for the future?
(A)Have some kids and get some property.

Thanks to Tim for taking the time to answer all the questions. This is our 300th post, what better way to celebrate than with Meet the Nation!

THE CAPTAIN

FINAL ROSTER

 

The final roster for Creation 08 is set. Making first time appearances will be Drew Brown and David Podovinikoff! Way to go guys! Devin Chursinoff and Nathan Ball also finished the Memory Work but will not be able to make trip, to bad we'll be thinking about yah. Charlie Langis confirmed today, this will make it four years in a row for Charlie. Glad you're coming Charles! Of course you all know that Ben Jepsen is making his fifth trip to Creation. Not sure if I would know how to make a road trip without Bent or Charles anymore, glad that I don't have to find out. We have a good mix of new and old faces, it should be awesome. Only 64 hours to go!

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TOP FIFTY PICS

 

 

 

 

These are pictures 40-43, it sure has been tough narrowing it down to fifty.
The first picture is Devin at grad this spring, if you carry our flag at grad, you are in the top fifty.
I don't want to promote tattoo's, but just like carrying the flag, if Btln is permanent on your body it's in the top fifty.
I love group photos, the third picture is the Sunday after Aaron's wedding.
Mr.Underdog, Parker has suprised us twice, first at Ping Pong and then at The Masters.
Only seven more to go! Meet the Btln Nation with Tim Feenstra coming soon!

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P-DUB

 

This week with the P-DUB I wanted to look at a few short passages about our salvation.

Titus 3:4,5a But when the kindness and love of God our Saviour appeared, he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy.

Romans 4:4,5 Now when a man works, his wages are not credited to him as a gift, but as an obligation. However, to the man who does not work but trusts God who justifies the wicked, his faith is credited as righteousness.

2Timothy 1:9 God, who saved us and called us to a holy life-not because of anything we have done but because of his own purpose and grace.

Ephesians 2:8,9 For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith-and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God-not by works, so that no one can boast. For we are God's workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.

It is good to know that God has taken care of our salvation! Can you imagine what it would be like if God required works for our salvation? How would we ever know if we had done enough good works? We should be thankful that God has taken care of everything. Knowing that we are saved by God's grace should produce good works in our lives, not in order to be saved, but because we are saved!
When the Philippian jailer asked Paul and Silas "Sirs, what must I do to be saved?" They replied, "Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved.(Acts 16:30b,31a) All that is required is that we believe, Jesus will do the rest!

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JAMES DONALDSON PARK

 

As you can see our sign is up at James Donaldson. The sign looks awesome and will represent us well during the G.F.I.!
We will be able to take the sign and use it at all of our big events throughout the year. It is a big step for Btln 3739.

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BENT IS COMING TO CREATION!

 

Yah that's right Ben Jepsen is coming to Creation 08! That makes it six years in a row that Ben has been able to come on the Memory-Work trips and five times to Creation. This is big news, thanks to Gene Krahn, Blake Chursinoff and Bruce Jepsen(Ben's dad)for making this possible! It also looks like Charlie Langis might be coming, but he has not yet confirmed. Lastly I'd sure like to get Nathan Ball to make the trip with us, you earned it Nathan, the memories you will gain will last for a lifetime!

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TOP FIFTY PICS

 

 

 

 

Round ten begins with Btln forming the circle at last night. Captain Dan of 3445 and myself with the Director's Cup. Devin's collection of girl's phone numbers at Creation. Lastly it's Tim, Joe and Owen cutting the cheese at the Three B's. Enjoy! More pics to come. Coming soon Meet the Btln Nation with Tim Feenstra!

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P-DUB

 

Here it comes, that's right it is time again for the passage of the week. I had a hard time deciding between a couple of different passages, I guess I can use the other passage next week.(just so many to choose from)

2Timothy 3:16,17 - All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.

First off we need to understand that all of the Bible is God-breathed(inspired). 2Peter 1:21,22 tell us that prophecy never had it's origin in the will of man, but men spoke from God as they were carried along by the Holy Spirit. Because the Bible is written by God it useful for teaching us how to make the right choices. At work we have alot of tools that make our job easier, they help us save time and also save us from alot of grief. God wants to equip us(he wants to give us the right tools) to do good works, that's why he has given us his Word. 2Timothy 2:15 tells us that we need to study God's Word so that we can correctly handle(use)it. Having the right tool for the job doesn't help unless you know how to use it. When we know God's Word we will make good choices and this will save us from alot of grief. Lastly 2Timothy 2:15 says that if we study God's Word we will have God's approval, what else do we want?

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TOP FIFTY PICS

 

 

 

 

Champions poses all the way around. We now have five Majors, Winterslam(boxing), The Masters(golf), The Olympics, The Ping Pong Tourney(probably needs a name) and The Royal Rumble(wrestling). Enjoy!

THE CAPTAIN

DREW BROWN

 

 

Most probably already know, yesterday Drew was baptized in the river at the Pines beach. Way to go Drew! It is good to see you make that kind of commitment! Always good to see guys dedicating their lives to God!

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MEET THE NATION - BRAD PAULS

 

Meet the Nation is my favourite thing here on the blog, it's always fun doing one of these. This time around Brad Pauls is front and center. Brad has been on Memory work trips and was a Corporal for a couple years. Brad has been married for a year and now lives in Lethbridge with his wife Caitlyn.

RANDOM QUESTIONS
(1)Who is your favourite band?
(A)Jennifer Knapp
(2)Do you shave with an electric razor or a blade?
(A)Definitely NOT electric!
(3)What would you rather grow? A beard or a moustache?
(A)Beard
(4)What would you rather drive? A big truck or a fast car?
(A)Fast car
(5)What is more important before you go to bed? Brushing your teeth or watching the sports highlights?
(A)Brushing my teeth
(6)What would you rather wear? A toque or a ball cap?
(A)Toque
(7)What is your favourite summer activity? Bridge jumping or tubing down the river?
(A)Both? Tubing more?
(8)What was your favourite class in school? Shop or P.E.?
(A)Shop
(9)What would you rather watch live? Your favourite band or your favourite sports team?
(A)Band
(10)If you could be a superhero for a day who would you want to be?
(A)Batman
(11)What is your dream job?
(A)I would like to be a bum.
(12)If I had a million dollars....
(A)I would buy a big house, travel and have a really nice car.
(13)Do you have any nicknames?
(A)C.P.(don't ask)

BATTALION QUESTIONS
(14)What is your M.M.M. from Battalion?
(A)When Owen chopped his toe.
(15)What is your favourite Battalion event?
(A)British Bulldog
(16)What is your favourite Battalion shirt?
(A)The Bulldog
(17)What do you like better? Mike to the extreme or Bulldog to the extreme?
(A)Mike to the extreme
(18)What do you miss most about Battalion?
(A)Nathan complaining about his shoulder.
(19)What did you like better? May long campouts or the Memory work trips?
(A)May long campouts
(20)You get to the boat launch on your way out to the May long when you realize the boat doesn't have enough room for both your tarp and your food. What do you leave behind? Your tarp or your food?
(A)Tarp
(21)How long have you been a part of the Btln Nation?
(A)10 years
(22)How many times did you complete the Memory work?(Bible verses)
(A)Two times(Wakeboarding in Abbotsford and the first Calgary trip to watch the Lions)

FOOD QUESTIONS
(23)What is your favourite restaurant?
(A)The Olive Garden
(24)What is your favourite menu item?
(A)The bread sticks
(25)How do you like your steak?
(A)Rare-medium rare
(26)What is your favourite vegetable? Beans or potatoes?
(A)Potatoes
(27)What do you like better? Chips or cheezies?
(A)Chips
(28)What do you like better? Burgers or pizza?
(A)Burgers
(29)What is your favourite flavour of chips?
(A)Ketchup
(30)What do you like better? Coke or Pepsi?
(A)Pepsi

G.S.F. QUESTIONS
(31)When you were in high school what would you have chosen? Phone the girl that you liked or climb in a cage with a hungry bear?
(A)It was never a problem for me.
(32)What do you like better? Short or long hair?
(A)Long hair
(33)What would you rather do on a first date? Dinner and a movie or 4x4ing up motto?
(A)Dinner and a movie.

SERIOUS QUESTIONS
(34)What is your favourite Bible verse?
(A)Psalm 119:32 I run in the path of your commands, for you have set my heart free.
(35)What is your favourite book of the Bible?
(A)James
(36)Who is your favourite Bible character?
(A)David
(37)What are your plans for the future?
(A)I am going to be a registered nurse with my wife and travel the world.

Thanks to Brad for taking the time to answer all of the questions!

THE CAPTAIN

TOP FIFTY PICS

 

 

 

 

We are into the second half of the top fifty, here are four more pictures that come with a lot of memories.
This first picture is hilarious. This is at the beach at Creationfest.
The Peanut Man, it is one of those random moments that you talk about for years.
The C.S.B. Orchestra on Brigade Night.
Hockey Night at Battalion, Championship pose.

Meet the Btln Nation with Brad Pauls tomorrow.

THE CAPTAIN

BTLN BIRTHDAYS - JULY

 

The start of a new month brings us the Btln birthdays. It's always good remembering birthdays, let's make sure that we take the time to pray for these guys. I pray that you will have a good year and that you will grow in God's word.

TRAVIS VANCAMP - JULY 3
BLAKE CHURSINOFF - JULY 14
TRISTAN NOVOKSHONOFF - JULY 17 (sorry no picture)
AARON FRIESEN - JULY 24
JAKE HACHEY - JULY 29

2Thessalonians 3:16 Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you.

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P-DUB

 

There are endless lessons we can learn from God's word, there are so many treasures hidden that are ready to be discovered. This passage is part of our memory work list, it is the Armor of God!

Ephesians 6:10-18 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. In addition to all of this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the saints.

We are told to be strong in the Lord,(notice in the Lord)we usually want to be strong on our own, we need to be strong in his mighty power. Next we are told to put on the full armor of God. If we are missing even just one piece we are vulnerable. You know that the devil will find the weakness and try to destroy us. We must always put on the full armor of God, we can never let down our guard. It is also important to remember who our enemy is, the devil wants to confuse us, he wants us(Christians)to fight against each other. With God's help we should stand together against the devil and his schemes. Now we come to the armor of God, all of the armor is connected by God's word. The belt of truth is God and his word,(John 14:6) we need to know the truth, if we don't study the truth how can we defend it? A knowledge of the truth will also help us to make right choices and this is all that righteousness is. The gospel of peace is the peace that God gives us in any given situation. When trouble comes God will give us the peace we need to get through what ever life throws at us. God's word will comfort you, if you know where to look(Philippians 4:6,7). Faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see(Hebrews 11:1). Faith is just believing what God has told us. We need to know what he has said in order to believe it. Faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word of Christ(Romans 10:17). Knowing that you are saved will give you confidence when you go into battle, and that's exactly what life is. And you can know, that's again where a knowledge of God's word is important(1John 5:13, Romans 8:1). The last piece is the sword of the Spirit, and it is God's word. The sword is the only piece that can be used to attack as well as defend(Hebrews 4:12). Here are a couple more passages about the armor of God(1Thessalonians 5:8, Romans 13:12, Isaiah 59:17) Just one final passage.

1Corinthians 16:13,14 Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be men of courage; be strong. Do everything in love.

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