Nothing updates you on my summer like rap music

I'm on yet another trip for work, which means little to no time for blogging.  My goal is to be back in a Tangent Space(s) groove by the first or second week of August.  Thanks to those of you have been reading and commenting on my sporadic June and July posts.

Because I can't give you a real post now, I'm giving you this (imaginary one?) instead.  On my last trip, I had the great pleasure and opportunity to lead 4 guys in Bible study and discipleship.  When it was time for me to leave, they did something special to say goodbye.  I probably don't even have to tell you what it was -- obviously, given my personality and interests, they wrote and perfomed a rap song.

Because it's tough to hear the words in this video, I included them below.  If you like rap or like me, or even if somehow find yourself on this blog while liking neither, I think you'll enjoy this ridiculous and hilarious tribute (in case the video doesn't embed properly, you can find it here on youtube):

"Who is Jon Mathieu?"

Written by Mike and Marcus

Performed by Mike, Marcus, Chris, and Ben

What kind of things can I say about Jon?
The kind of dude you can bring home to mom
Role model with faith so strong
So that's why I had to put him in this song

When I met him I learned how a Christian outta be
Discovering truth and theology

Even though I never used to take him seriously
(A flash hat and a shirt with TMNT)

The smart dude taught me how to do ministry
With more life than a 5 hour energy
Explore, guide, build, mentor faithfully
The love of Christ exploding - TNT

He taught me when Christ comes first we won't curse,

we'll only converse, preach each verse,

Satisfied - no thirst,

KGP - no good works,

love like Christ loved the church

Jon Mathieu is more than a beard

And we all know that he is a little weird
Jon Mathieu is more than a Pirates fan

Oh yes, Oh yes
He's a man

Then later on he helped me cast vision
So I could get the heart incision
And faithfully go out fishin', and envision the Great Commission

The thing about Jon is he's very pragmatic,

He loves mathematics and quadratics
He never fell off like Paul in Demascus
He's got a great understanding of what's tragic

It's been great hearing everything, every laugh
And learning spiritual multiplying math
"The Awesome" was cold, but his heart surpassed
Discipleship goals, forever will they last

You're more enjoyable than The Hangover
You put your life in God's hand- Poker
You helped us out on this ride- Chauffer
God'll bless you a million times over
He'll give your guidance on life's roller coaster
You'll burn for him and glorify him --toaster
Spreading good news like Al Roker
Keep praying, Stay Blessed

Jon Mathieu is more than a cute smile
And we all want him to stay a while (longer)
Jon Mathieu is more than a farmer's tan
Oh yes, Oh yes

He's a man

And we will miss him
But we know it's not the end
But it won't be the same again

Just like the waves
My heart breaks to leave his face
He has taught me just how to see
The light inside of me
Jon is a friend

Thanks so much to the four awesome guys who performed that for me.  I hope you've all enjoyed the experience too!

Jon