Unforgettable Men's Retreat
Today I led worship in a bowling alley in Slovakia for a men's retreat where the topic of the day was, "why naked women look good."
Now I realize there's more than one surprise in the statement above, so let me explain.
First off, Slovakia is only an hour's drive by car. But I really didn't feel as if I were in a different country because there are many ethnic Hungarians who live in the cities near the border and nearly everyone speaks Hungarian.
Secondly, bowling is a rapidly growing segment of the entertainment industry here in Europe. Bowling centers are popping up in all sorts of places. As a side, note: I bowled a 151, which is a pretty good game for me, to become the bowling champion of this men's retreat, a distinction I am very proud to own.
Thirdly, the topic of the day came straight out of Bill Perkins' book, "When Good Men Are Tempted." I recommend this book to any man wanting to live a life of purity. There are few discussions out there that are as honest and plainly articulated as this one. (Thanks Bill!)
Oliver, the guy teaching the Bible study, gave a clear challenge to all of us to live in freedom from sexual addiction.
Exciting/relevant Bible study + leading worship in a bowling alley (something I had never dreamed of doing) + high score = an unforgettable men's retreat. So that was my day today, what did you do? ~matthew













