Prose and Media | Wayne Caparas
I recently met a young seminary student who after hearing my discussion on the Parable of the Sower pressed me to accept his belief that “the gospel” is fully contained in several New Testament epistles, most notably Paul’s epistle to the Romans. He explained he had “always been taught” that the gospel was simply the message of salvation through the cross of Christ. While it is clear that the message of the cross is indeed the “crux” and the power of the gospel, [Read More...]
As part 2 of my exposition of "Jesus on the Gospel," to ensure no one is misled to believe Paul and the apostles were ever in disagreement about the scope and content of the full gospel message, I have compiled 8 pages of verses, with at least one from each of the Apostles and Saints whose epistles were … [Read More...]
If you claim to believe Jesus Christ is God, I encourage you to "not let your peace rest" on Starbucks or any other business that mocks or trivializes the Gospel of Christ. Jesus defined marriage as a God ordained union ONLY between a Man and a Woman, and made clear that everyone else should remain a … [Read More...]
This is a TRUE story. Please read it and try to answer the riddle at the end... A certain group of parents entrusted their children to a very well trained team for a long-term expedition into the dark of Africa, where wild dogs and other predators are rightly feared for their man-eating ferocity. … [Read More...]
As a holiday season project, I recently completed a set of poster-sized documents that map the mega themes and key events for each chapter of each of the four biblical Gospels. It was truly a work of love and the posters will surely serve well as a study, instant reference, and witnessing tool … [Read More...]
LYRICS You my Keeper, all that I am you made me I belong, I belong, I belong to… You Messiah, the only one who saves me I belong, I belong, I belong to Your day… For ever in Your Light, I’m ready Waiting for the day I rise to You Sweet salvation song knowing I belong, I belong to… You … [Read More...]
Please be sure to see this film, based on true events in the life of my dear friend Joe Bradford, right here in Nashville. In theaters "the 21st night of September." Amber volunteered to help on the set numerous times, mostly by hanging out with the child actors, and I contributed in lesser ways wherever … [Read More...]
In his gospel-profuse text "Crazy Love," Frances Chan searches the condition of his own heart to reveal what the modern church is overlooking, and why. Chan draws the ire of critics for all the things Jesus said His disciples would suffer for loving Him in the fashion He details in His Gospel. What are … [Read More...]
Now that I've seen the movie, I'm glad I invested into it. Though no film can rival the book from which it was adapted, this film is important in it's own right. The book is top 10 for pretty much anyone who has read it, so no film is going to live up to that sort of mojo. Still a must see, especially … [Read More...]
If you've attended an evangelical Church or listened to Christian Contemporary radio in the past decade you've surely been moved by this song before. And if you haven't seen the offical video, then please jump to Youtube to watch it. And if your primary language is Spanish, here's Nicole's own rendition … [Read More...]
A thought inspired by my friend and Pastor Curtis Zackery (pictured). Most people know that the Gospel writer Luke was a Greek citizen and a doctor by trade. But it's a little less known factoid that the Book of Luke (the Gospel) and the Book of Acts were actually written by Luke as a 2 volume historical … [Read More...]
He likes to be called "King James," playing off the namesake of the King James Bible. When he answers his phone he refers to himself as "The King." He embraces his nickname as "The Chosen One." He encourages his fans to "Witness" his greatness. He posed for the photo you see to the left and approved … [Read More...]
A short film from Frances Chan to promote "Crazy Love"... A Must Read for True Disciples. Frances has quickly become one of my modern heros. Read this book and you'll see why. Francis Chan is the best-selling author of the books Crazy Love & Forgotten God, and the host of the BASIC.series. He has also … [Read More...]
I watched the President's Memorial Day speech today, and though I sincerely like the man [correction: as of the Benghazi tragedy I no longer like the man], I've got to call him out. As one born in the 60's, I first became aware of the global community of humanity at the peak of the Civil Rights movement, … [Read More...]
God spoke to me Sunday.... multiple times... so I have a beautiful story to share. It was as if I was seeing several fibers weaving together into the thread of my life, and in turn woven into the full fabric of His ongoing narrative. I hope my story speaks to you... on many levels... through numerous … [Read More...]
I have long been an admirer of Gandhi the man, though when I was still an atheist (nearly 20 years ago) I thought very little of him. Being a fairly contemporary foreign figure, he wasn't presented in American history books when I was a kid, and with only ETV to provide educational programming students … [Read More...]
I hadn't spoken with my childhood friend Rick Ruonala since high school, so learning of his own transformation into a true disciple of Christ was a wonderful encouragement to me. He was a couple years ahead of me in school, so I always looked up to him, especially since his younger brother Ray was one … [Read More...]
This is an especially interesting dialogue... I like Ricky Gervais's work as an actor and comic... but to hear him say "we can't change what we believe" as his ultimate defense for his inability to reconsider his atheism is about as ignorant a statement as I've ever heard from a "smart" guy. You crack … [Read More...]
It's the first day of 2011... another New Year, yet not just another year. The fact that it will mark the 10 year anniversary of the horrors of 9-11 should stand as a sign to that fact, as surely few feel a decade has passed since 2001. Personally, it has occurred to me that the 1st year of each decade … [Read More...]
"Mary Did You Know?" from Robert Williams CD Change My Heart, featuring stills from the film Jesus of Nazareth with Olivia Hussey as Mary & Robert Powell as Jesus. Song by Mark Lowery, produced & arranged by Robert Williams, vocal by Wayne Caparas, guitar by Ty Curtis, piano by Bill Whitfield, … [Read More...]
Papa Joe Bradford and his wife Denise lead volunteers from several churches in the Nashville area to love on the least of those who live in the projects, and we joined them to show that people are finding ways to sacrifice a few hours of comfort on a frigid winter day to seek Jesus wherever he can be … [Read More...]
This past weekend my daughter Amber and I humbly and gratefully sowed good seed for the least among the little ones and also the elderly in the neediest neighborhoods of Nashville… led by founder Papa Joe Bradford of Elijah’s Heart, a man with an extraordinary story (soon to be adapted for the big … [Read More...]
For those I will be meeting around Nashville, especially while attending the Immerse Conference hosted by the Gospel Music Association at Belmont University, here is the quick link into my music website, WayneCaparas.com, where you can listen to all 11 tracks on the Gospel Project CD… the complete … [Read More...]
God has put a familiar song on my heart… one that has many melodies, but a single message… so I’ll share it with you here. It’s Mary’s Song from the Gospel recorded by Luke, in chapter one. Most historians consider Luke to be the first true biographical research writer in world history, and … [Read More...]
Again I find myself writing at JesusDNA after a prolonged silence. In a season where God has me studying 3 hours per day one would expect I’d have a lot to say, and I do, but I believe the writing is being divinely delayed. I’m grateful you find God using me from time to time, and I assure you … [Read More...]
I live in the last neighborhood in Charleston, SC along the Ashley River before entering the historic plantations and gardens of Ashley River Road. So we’re basically living on restructured swamp lands just like the plantations, and are therefore a natural bird sanctuary for all the scenic ponds and … [Read More...]
My beautiful, charismatic and hopefully romantic 19 year old daughter Amber Caparas recently wrote a compelling message and plea for the sake of virginity and the sanctity of the wedding bed in her blog post titled “Worth the Wait. … [Read More...]
I was reminded of a worship song this morning… through a brother in Christ whom God has often used to speak to me, and I hope to share this message with you today. You don’t need the music, you don’t need the voices… simply meditate on the deep meaning of this chorus and be blessed. I don’t … [Read More...]
After a season away from the blogosphere I feel truly liberated to be back. Many of you already know my 19 year old daughter Amber is an anointed singer/songwriter who felt (and I concurred) that God wanted her to try out for American Idol… for reasons we have yet to learn. … [Read More...]
Due to my prolonged silence here, several have asked if I’ve stopped writing, and while I’m grateful anyone noticed, that’s the furthest thing from the truth. I’m simply so deeply in the mission field right now (yes, our professional work can be a mission field, in fact, it MUST be so) that the … [Read More...]
In season’s like this, where fear and uncertainty spread like a virus through the masses, it’s easy to see why the words “do not be afraid” appear in the bible some 365 times (depending on the translation). Though I once questioned how “believers” can live in even the most mild state of fear, … [Read More...]
I encourage everyone who breathes to read an article that was published yesterday in The Christian Science Monitor titled The coming evangelical collapse, by Michael Spencer. It is powerfully important, and worthy of some sort of response even if you disagree. For a sampling, consider these excerpts … [Read More...]
February 8th is my birthday, and though I’m not one to get all jazzed up about special days, this one deserves special attention not for me, but as a celebration of what my Mom endured to bring me into the world on this day (Thank you Mom)… and also because it “just so happens” to be the date … [Read More...]
I was speaking with a good friend tonight, Shanna, and she said something that moved me to tears. Her father is a missionary and former pastor who has proven himself to be the most legitimate/steadfast believer she has ever known. When she speaks of him it’s like listening to Mary the sister of … [Read More...]
I often work with freelance artists from around the globe. Many live in third world nations, but most live in impoverished areas of the large second world nations of Asia. Protectionists would say I should hire only Americans, and though I might if I could (there are many reasons why I can’t find … [Read More...]
I’m deep into the development of a new web magazine project called GreaterCharleston.com, and I love my partners. I’ve been an entrepreneur my entire life, dating back to elementary school, and of all the divinely arranged partnerships I’ve enjoyed… and there were many… this team takes … [Read More...]
As I was celebrating Thanksgiving today I felt especially grateful for life. It’s been an absolutely amazing year, and God has been with me for every step and every breath, just as He’s here with me right now as I type. So if you are reading this, please, feel His living presence in you… really … [Read More...]
I was more than just a bit confused when I first read how Jesus refers to those of us who hope to be among the chosen (those who enter the kingdom of heaven) as His “bride.” And while most men hurry past Jesus’ marriage parables without fully embracing the depth of their message, I’ve noticed … [Read More...]
In part 1 I spoke of complete “obedience” to God as evidence of belief in an all-powerful and worthy God, and used the Parable of the Wise and Foolish Virgins (Matthew 25:1-17) to illustrate that total obedience is required of those who truly love Him. … [Read More...]
Today the popular Christian music website JesusFreakHideout.com (great name, eh?) posted a review of my album “Gospel Project” in their Indie Music Spotlight section, and I was greatly moved. While the reviewer (Rob Tyson) was tremendously complimentary of every element of the project including much … [Read More...]
Who is God to you? I don’t mean in a theological sense, nor am I asking for you to think up all the verses that help you define Him from a scriptural perspective. I’m asking you to consider the meaning of God as a concept, an entity, and as a person in your heart and mind. When I was an atheist, … [Read More...]
Anyone who has ever studied mathematics or science knows that before advanced theories or laws can be understood, one must first understand the elementary principals – the basics, the fundamentals, the elemental/foundational truths of that discipline — but it takes little or no grasp of these … [Read More...]
I began reading Oswald Chambers’ classic devotional My Utmost For His Highest in 2002, and it has impacted my faith more than any non-biblical text I’ve ever read. Many believers say the book has had equal impact on thier walk with Christ, as evidenced by the fact that it is the best selling Christian … [Read More...]
Today is a day I can’t possbly ever forget. Mark Weber, the author of “Anointed Voices” and editor in chief of Christian Music Daily called me bright and early to inform me that he published a review of my album “Gospel Project” on the front page of ChristianMusicDaily.com. What he wrote floored … [Read More...]
Please watch this 5 minute short film that won a top award at the Cannes Film Festival. Consider side one of “the sign” as the Old Testament as taught by Moses and the Prophets, and side two being the Gospel as taught by Jesus. Only the Gospel teaches us the mind of Christ, and only for those with … [Read More...]
I recently responded to a lively debate going on at a different blog with the following post (another of my “standing on one foot” commentaries), and oddly enough it seemed to silence the debate, as none of the most vocal participants responded to my comment despite my request that they do … [Read More...]
Among the many hours of concert footage we shot and recorded at the 2008 Cornerstone Music Festival in Bushnell, Illinois, my best footage presents four song performances by the band Over the Rhine. Considering the light-duty gear I used, the video quality is surprisingly high and the audio is better … [Read More...]
As I begin to post a series of video entries from interviews and concert footage captured at the 2008 Cornerstone Christian Music Festival, my first post is by far the most important. It is an interview my daughter Amber conducted with Taylor and Hayes Phillips, their dad Phil, and their friend and co-laborer … [Read More...]
As I begin to post a series of video entries from interviews and concert footage captured at the 2008 Cornerstone Christian Music Festival, my first post is by far the most important. It is an interview my daughter Amber conducted with Taylor and Hayes Phillips, their dad Phil, and their friend and co-laborer … [Read More...]
The following is a excerpt of a response to a blog post where the writer asked for discussion on the “sacrament” of communion and Christ’s “flesh and blood” commands of John 6. While I plan to follow up on my statement (which as you’ll likely see I wrote on the fly … [Read More...]
My album of original songs is finally complete. Praise God. I began this project in 1997, shortly after receiving several prophetic words and other exhortations to do so (even Pat Robertson slipped one in on me when), so at the time I dove in head first. Problem is, I wasn’t Spiritually fit to complete … [Read More...]
Anyone who lives in the Southeastern US, especially residents of Atlanta or those of us who live in Charleston, South Carolina will not soon forget the sudden and violent storms that ruined an otherwise beautiful pre-spring Saturday in the deep south. I volunteer as a coach for my daughter Amber’s … [Read More...]
God has me in a good place right now. I praise Him for His clarity and peace in the midst of some really cool challenges and a lot of awesome meditation too. In the wake of several important conversations I’ve had this past week, my prayer time has been more Spirit filled than ever in my life. The … [Read More...]
Thank you for visiting JesusDNA. If you’re aware of this site at the time of this inaugural post, you’re likely a friend or a member of my family, so I hope I can count on you to share this site only as God leads, and otherwise meditate on His word and only His word. Mine are simply observations … [Read More...]
As a preface to everything you may read here, please note that though I once relegated Jesus to superstitious myth and actively attempted to disprove Him using all the sciences and historical evidence known to man, today I know without question that the life, gospel teachings, secret messages, and reality … [Read More...]
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