Author Archives: scottytang

The Purpose Obsession

Posted on August 27, 2018 by scottytang

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 →

Posted in Theology/Philosphy | Tagged Created with meaning, Created with value, Deal with fears, how to deal with fears, how to find meaning, how to find purpose, how to gain value, Meaning, Millennial, Millennials, millennials biggest fear, Philosophy, Purpose, theology | 3 Comments

Celebrating Differences

Posted on August 9, 2018 by scottytang

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 | 1 Comment

The Core

Posted on July 5, 2018 by scottytang

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 | Leave a comment

Frustrated Love

Posted on April 20, 2018 by scottytang

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 | 1 Comment

Thrive in the Struggle

Posted on December 22, 2017 by scottytang

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 | 1 Comment

Sorrow Turned to Joy

Posted on June 19, 2017 by scottytang

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 | 1 Comment

Little Drummer (Skater) Boy

Posted on December 20, 2016 by scottytang

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 | Leave a comment

Celebrate the Uncomfortable

Posted on November 2, 2016 by scottytang

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 | 2 Comments

Wisdom From a Dying Friend

Posted on May 9, 2016 by scottytang

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 | Leave a comment

Joy is Strength

Posted on April 27, 2016 by scottytang

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 | Leave a comment