ChristianASP.NET Blog - Ministry

Christian Web/Tech Links

David Neal — Mon, 06 Feb 2006 19:42:36 GMT

Here are a few links you might find useful:

Godbit Project - "Theology + Technology"

If Jesus Had a Website - "Helping Church Websites Improve Their Digital Home"

So You Want a Church Website? - "Resources for the Accidental Church Webmaster"

Mobile Ministry Magazine - "Using technology and the scripture to equip men and women to minister the Gospel to the nations."

SonSpring - One of the authors for Godbit Project. "SonSpring is a small, Christian web design and graphics studio that specializes in creating sites for churches and non-profit organizations. The mission statement and fervent prayer is that the utmost would be done to glorify the Lord Jesus Christ through use of website development."

So... what's the catch?

David Neal — Fri, 20 Jan 2006 16:37:58 GMT

Why would someone offer a free service and not be getting something out of it, right?

Truth is, I do get something out of it. A lot, actually. I get the pleasure of knowing that some of the web sites I host are touching lives in their church, community, and all over the world. I get the pleasure of knowing that some are using this hosting to learn a trade that will provide income for their family. I get the pleasure of knowing that some web sites are helping to connect friends and families around the world, including those who are missionaries.

This site also gets peoples' attention. As a result, I've been connected to some of the greatest minds in the .NET community, both Christian and non-Christian alike. I love it when people send me an e-mail just to let me know they visited my site, or to ask questions about ASP.NET, SQL Server, or, most importantly, faith in Christ.

My return on investment so far has been enormous, only it can't be measured in dollars ;)

Unfortunately, I'm afraid many visitors to this site might be turning away because 1) they think it's too good to be true, or 2) you get what you pay for. I don't blame them. I'd be skeptical, too. If you were to ask any of my existing "customers," I think they'd say... hmm... what would they say? I'd hope they say something to the effect of, "aw... he's all right. Give 'em a try!"

ChristianASP.NET Turns Two

David Neal — Fri, 28 Oct 2005 04:18:00 GMT

Time flies when you're having fun. I just realized that it has been more than two years since I started offering free web hosting here at ChristianASP.NET. What an awesome privilege it has been to see how God has blessed this service. Thanks to everyone for your support and encouragement!