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Author Archives: scottytang
The Purpose Obsession
I heard a statistic recently that the biggest fear of the generation of my parents (Generation X) was and is public speaking, and the biggest fear of my generation (millennials) is living a life without meaning and purpose. Quite the … Continue reading
Celebrating Differences
I recently had the privilege of staying with my brother and his wife along with their six kids (ranging from 12 years old to 4 months) and every time I spend time with them, I am always fascinated by all … Continue reading
Posted in Theology/Philosphy
Tagged Celebration, Christian, Conservative, Democrat, Evangelical, Family, Gay, LGBT, Liberal, Muslim, Peace, Personalites, Politics, Race, Relations, Religion, Republican, Together, United, Unity
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The Core
I was looking through a transworld skate magazine the other day and came across this quote: Skateboarding starts and ends with you… No one owns what skateboarding is and no one can control it because it’s yours, not theirs. You … Continue reading
Posted in Skate Devos
Tagged Corporations taking over, Jesus, Skate industry, skate ministry, Skateboarding
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Frustrated Love
Why is skateboarding so frustrating? How often do we see people yelling and throwing their skateboards around at a skate park? I love it, it is my greatest passion, but it also frustrates me to no end. Nothing aggravates me … Continue reading
Posted in Skate Devos
Tagged Bible, Christian Skateboarder, Disciples, Frustrated Skateboarder, Idolatry, Jeremiah, Jesus, Pharisees, Prophet, Skate, Skate Bible, Skate with passion, Skateboard, Skateboarder
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Thrive in the Struggle
What is something that makes you feel like, “if I only had ‘that’ I would be happy?” How often have we felt this desire or drive to obtain things we think will make us happy, but often leave us unfulfilled … Continue reading
Posted in Skate Devos
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Sorrow Turned to Joy
The other day, a couple of friends and I were at a skate park in the rougher part of Sacramento having a grand ole time. About half way through the session though, this little kid named James (probably around 7 … Continue reading
Posted in Memoirs, Skate Devos
Tagged Bible, Christ, Christian, Christian Skateboarding, christianity, Jesus, Skate Bible, skate church, skate ministry, Skate With Jesus, Skateboarding
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Little Drummer (Skater) Boy
Christmas time is here, so Christmas songs are being played everywhere. I remember last December when I was working at Starbucks, the song “Little Drummer Boy” came on and I had one of those, “Ah Ha” moments. A song I … Continue reading
Posted in Skate Devos
Tagged Baby Jesus, Christmas, Jesus, little drummer boy, Skate, skate ministry, Skateboarding
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Celebrate the Uncomfortable
Getting better at skateboarding can be very uncomfortable and unsettling. Trying a new trick usually takes many roll ups and battles within our mind before we work up the courage to go for it. The first try is always the … Continue reading
Posted in Skate Devos
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Wisdom From a Dying Friend
Monday – April 25th I had to say goodbye to one of the best dudes I’ve ever had the privilege to call my friend. It all started for me when I got a phone call from my friend Rick that Matt … Continue reading
Posted in Memoirs
Tagged funeral, Homies, Matt Yarbrough, Memoirs, Rest in peace, sad, Skateboarding
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Joy is Strength
I was with some Camp Royal guys at Venice Beach skatepark the other day filming skate footage and an interview for a video promotion they have been working on. We got there at 7:00am to get some good lighting with … Continue reading
Posted in Memoirs
Tagged Jesus, Skate, Skate Bible, skate ministry, Skateboarding, Venice, Venice Beach
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