As you might know, I’ve been traveling these last two weeks. Most of the time, I had the privilege of touring Israel with a group from my church, Christ Fellowship.
From teaching about the Sermon on the Mount while actually ON the Mount to visiting the Holocaust Memorial in Jerusalem, everything in our experience was wonderful and deeply meaningful.
Well, maybe not everything…
We also made sure to have fun. For example, as “captain” of my bus, on the first day I suggested that we come up with a better name than “The Blue Bus.” Creative, right?
Well, because my bus was full of smart-alecks, the name chosen was …
“Baalbusters.”
Yep.
Once we had a name, then of course we had to have a song. And then a handshake. And then matching ballcaps, and a banner…
Let’s just say that things might have gotten out of hand when we choreographed and performed the song.
And of course with the number of cameras and smartphones on the trip, we knew that everything would end up on YouTube or somewhere like it.
Little did we know that it would actually be posted on Vimeo, BY the Christ Fellowship team. In High-Definition.
I hope you enjoy:
http://www.vimeo.com/10046449PS I posted regular Twitter and Facebook updates while on the trip. If you want to keep up with my day-to-day experiences – and receive some of my favorite quotes and thoughts – be sure to follow me.
26 responses so far ↓
1 Yvonne Green // Mar 10, 2010 at 10:16 pm
Sounds like everyone had fun
2 John Gallagher // Mar 10, 2010 at 10:31 pm
oh my…………
3 Milie // Mar 10, 2010 at 10:52 pm
I love that you can have so much fun. Thank you for not just being any leader, but also a fun leader.
You are the best!
4 Jackie Mendez // Mar 10, 2010 at 11:03 pm
I see the knee is healed! What fun– I wish I was there… Congrats on showing the fun in life never ends.
5 Sharon // Mar 10, 2010 at 11:12 pm
Mr. Maxwell, my image of you has just………. Hmmmm…. how shall I put this? It’s changed my perception of you.
It looks like fun! I wish I was there as well!
6 Abraham // Mar 11, 2010 at 12:35 am
Its nice such a high profiled leader have great fun with others. I am inspired.
7 Daniel // Mar 11, 2010 at 4:38 am
What fun!!!! I laughed so hard just watching. John, you’re the best!
8 Sally // Mar 11, 2010 at 7:43 am
This put a smile on my face:)
9 Rod // Mar 11, 2010 at 8:15 am
Imagine my surprise…. this is my first daily email from John Maxwell on Leadership ! ! !
I can hardly wait for the next one !
10 Randy // Mar 11, 2010 at 8:33 am
Best moves I’ve seen from a Buckeye in a long time, they could be suiting you up this Fall!
11 Angela Chrysler // Mar 11, 2010 at 8:55 am
Gotta love the laughter and smiles. thanks for sharing
12 uberVU - social comments // Mar 11, 2010 at 8:57 am
Social comments and analytics for this post…
This post was mentioned on Twitter by LovelyMayan: RT @johncmaxwell: Just a taste of the spiritual depth & meaning on our trip to Israel. Video of the Baalbusters Song: http://bit.ly/9Yt4AQ...
13 Vickee // Mar 11, 2010 at 9:42 am
John…..you be crazy! Its official. From belting out I believe I can fly, to courtesying while holding out your empty pockets and now this! You are so much fun yet full of knowledge and wisdom. Awesome combination. Come back to Kenya soon!
14 Wade // Mar 11, 2010 at 10:50 am
Gotta find ways to hang out with you. I love a blast. You’re my kinda guy. Knows when to be serious…and knows when to have fun!
15 Lori Anna // Mar 11, 2010 at 12:13 pm
You have the glorious conviction to not only “say” you are a Christian but you walk the “walk” and “sing” the “song” as you serve our LORD!!!!
16 Rob & Jane // Mar 11, 2010 at 4:15 pm
We both like to be a part of your church. Who said Christians can’t have fun to.
17 Donna Harrison // Mar 11, 2010 at 5:42 pm
John, John, John,
I can see you haven’t changed a bit since Skyline and the Living Christmas Tree’s. LOL! I sure miss those days.
18 Barb Giglio // Mar 11, 2010 at 7:48 pm
Loved it! Looks like it was an awesome trip, with a lot of memorial moments. Thanks for sharing. If I could ever go to Isreal I want to be on your bus!
19 Janice Halton // Mar 12, 2010 at 10:56 am
*AWESOME* nothing can take the place of Love* Fun*and*Joy**Heaven is saying*haaaaaaaaaaaaaaa
20 Aaron Marcelli // Mar 12, 2010 at 11:22 am
Wow! This may be the best example that you have no problem with confidence.
21 Chriss Kirby // Mar 12, 2010 at 11:34 am
I do not even have the ability to stream right now so I could only see the picture and that made me laugh enough! YOU GO JOHN CHANGE THE WORLD FOR JESUS one laugh at a time:)
22 Michelle // Mar 12, 2010 at 11:43 am
Once again, “quotable” – when you put the hat on you said while laughing, “I’m an idiot and I know it
” Oh, how I relate and have used it ever since. Thank you, for so much. Above all, obedience to the Spirit that flows through you to continue to touch us all. Still pondering and climbing….
23 Ricardo Mata // Mar 12, 2010 at 12:11 pm
MC John “DA DUDE” Maxwell!
That is just too funny! My 12-year old daughter says you are better than all the rappers kids her age listen to.
24 Robert Nicholson // Mar 12, 2010 at 11:23 pm
Hello Dr Maxwell.
I tried to send the link to this page to a friend on Facebook and was told it had been reported as having abusive content. It’s odd what some people call abusive.
In any case I just referred her to your profile instead but I do find it troubling that someone would do that.
Blessings
Robert
25 B // Mar 15, 2010 at 1:49 pm
You always could create an experience on every occasion! What fun and memories.
26 Nancy Tagaloa // Mar 23, 2010 at 6:39 pm
And that’s why I will continue to share your post because your quotes are too valuable to keep to myself.
Really enjoyed your rap song!
Blessings,
Nancy