Many people requested a
list of the Carlinisms referred to by several of the
speakers during the
Memorial Service on Saturday, so here goes. These
aren’t all original with Carlin, as some were adapted by him
because they so succinctly expressed what he truly felt was
important:
Tears are a sign of a heart that is under heavy construction.
"Not the one wrong but, the one strong" (with regards to seeking forgiveness and reconciliation)
"Don't give up in the dark what God has shown you in the light."
There are two ways to be rich: 1) Have lots if money 2) Have few needs
"God gives grace for the place!"
Thinking of you lots, Marcia!!! Praying for you always!!
Hugs, Amy
Sometimes the door needs to be slammed loud enough to be heard.
When faced with an
opportunity, ask, Why shouldn’t I do it instead of why should I do
it!
In all relationships
chose not to be offended.
Son, here’s how to
talk about your spouse: “she’s really something.”
If you want to do
something lasting and meaningful for your children—love their
mother!
When you are really
passionate about something, it’s OK to cry.
To be a great leader,
remember really good men understand the dynamics of leadership and
know how to lead; if you want to be a truly great leader know there
are times to be a great follower.
You can never out give
God.
It’s just stuff.
No education is ever
wasted.
Keep the main thing as
the main thing.
When giving or tithing,
always round it up.
In church, every
person, a ministry.
Re. missions, (out the
corner of his mouth) “just write the check!)
Don’t underestimate
the power of the Word of God.
Be ready to preach,
pray, or die at a moment’s notice.
II Timothy 1:13, 14:
“Hold on to the pattern of wholesome teaching you learned from me—a
pattern shaped by the faith and love that you have in Christ Jesus.
Through the power of the Holy Spirit who lives within us, carefully
guard the precious truth that has been entrusted to you.”
What’s down in the
well, comes up in the bucket.
You’ll never lose
when you help somebody else win.
Tell me what you are
for, not what you’re against.
Give yourself to that
which will matter 100 years from now.
We’re not smart
enough to figure this stuff out on our own.
The way up is down.
The Bible is a layman’s
book.
90% of success in
ministry is just showing up.
Let’s figure out
where God’s wave is and ride it.
Being is far more
important than doing.
Hey, Guy!
Consider others better
than yourself.
Prayer is the work of
the ministry/kingdom
Seek the secret place
rather than the opiate of the pulpit.
We need to gather fresh
bread every day.
Sometimes going slower
will get you there faster.
Go for leadership
consensus, it has high value.
The outcome is better
than a poke in the eye with a sharp stick (it could be a lot worse.
Perspective)
Don’t jump the chasm
twice (be decisive in leadership and do it right the first time)
Keep big things big
(the Word of God, prayer, mission, etc.) and little things little
(the color of the carpet, projects) and ask God every day to show you
which is which.
Sometimes you feel
you’re busier than a one armed paper hanger.
When a Thai builder
used the words, “Jiggery pokery” for something he didn’t
understand, Carlin, and then the Thai missions team, adopted it.
Carlin’s opinion of
small planes in turbulent weather, “Ricky, I’m not going on that
vomit comet! Pay the extra $10, $15! We’re not going on that
vomit comet again!”
Col. 4. Devote
yourselves to prayer, be wise, make the most of every opportunity.
To Ronnie, music
director at Willingdon: “Ronnie, take us to Jesus. Just take us
to Jesus.” (Ron took that to mean “just shut up and sing.”)
Money is tangible
gratitude.
Love the church.
Go with the going
people.
When hiring staff, only
“date” one person at a time.
Just keep putting one
foot in front of the other (eg. The centipede)
When getting started on
a project “just throw two planks across the river.” Get started.
Sometimes it is right
to give a vital person in the group more than one vote.
God will speak loud
enough for the willing heart to hear.
Never let anyone leave
your office without praying for them.
Always take the long
term view of ministry.
There are probably
more Carlinisms you have heard. If you think of some, please send
them on to the blog at CarlinAndMarcia@gmail.com , so
they can be added. Marcia
Here are the ones from
MB Mission. – J.P.
Prayer is the work of
the kingdom
We are not smart enough
to figure this out on our own
We need fresh bread
each day
“Prayer is the work
of ministry”
ITS AMAZING
Listen Folks ….
Sometimes by going
slower, you get there faster”.
Ramp up your missions
commitment
Let’s press ahead
Let’s keep our powder
dry around these items
I have comfort with
this
That’s better than a
poke in the eye with a sharp stick, folks
You have soldiered well
You can paint it with
all the colors you want to paint it
That’s about as old
as the hills
I’m a bit out of gas
to motor on down the road with that
I don’t like jumping
over the chasm twice
Full meal deal
Keep those eggs warm
I’ll punch into that
bag and see if anything comes out for me
They will do the heavy
lifting
He’s from a different
cut of cloth
Can we have a certain
amount of wiggle and jiggle with that?
I couldn’t get a lid
on it
Thanks, guy
You are a gentleman and
a scholar
“You’re knee deep
in alligators”
“Busier than a
one-armed paper hanger.”
“That year was quite
the fruit basket upset.”
“I’m finding the
edge of things here.”
“My computer is fried
… fried up in bacon grease.”
LN
Another Carlinism:
"When considering the amount of the donation cheque, just ask your wife and the one that says the higher number, that's the amount you write."
Thanks so much Marcia. This week I used one of his Carlinisms. "I will choose not to be offended". His sayings were such a blessing and I will keep re-reading them.
Theodore Janzen
In preaching and teaching, I think there is one rule that must be remembered. It comes in the form of a statement learned from my first preaching professor, Dr. Carlin Weinhauer. He repeatedly told our eager class of budding preachers: “Never traffic in unfelt truth.”
D. Kroeker
