This Blog Is Different, In A Special Way
The Rebelution is not your average blog. We don’t mean to say it’s “better” than most, but merely that it’s “different” than most. We don’t focus much on current events (with the exception of “Teens in the News“), we don’t sell anything, and we don’t randomly muse.
One could argue that The Rebelution isn’t really a weblog at all, at least, not in the traditional sense of the word. Rather, it’s a message of reform, communicated through the blog medium. It’s a self-help book, written quickly and sometimes sloppily, but in clear sections and with a common theme. It’s an online teen magazine, with comic strips, guest commentary, lively discussion and a sense of community. It’s a challenge, a vision, and a mission.
Now I don’t mean to indulge in vain or idle speculation. To the contrary, I have reached the conclusion that clarifying the nature of The Rebelution is critical to YOU getting the most out of your time here.
Though some of you may visit for no other reason than to read Jiffy N’ Lou, we hope that the vast majority of you find something exciting about our message of teenage responsibility.
The Rebelution represents a radical overthrow of basically every assumption our culture has about teenagers. For that reason Alex and I have purposefully spent these first few months laying down many foundational principles that flow counter to the lies of our culture. Including, the Myth of Adolescence series, the World Is Flat series, and our posts regarding the power of companionship, heroes vs. celebrities, our culture’s preoccupation with fun, and the rise of adultescence. (These are just a few of the many topics we’ve addressed.)
These series and independent posts represent the core message of The Rebelution. Fortunately, for those readers eager for fresh content, Alex and I plan to move on to address new topics, specifically, how these foundational principles affect different areas of life, including how we speak, what we wear, where we go, etc. etc. etc.
However, because of the unique nature of The Rebelution, even those readers who just recently started reading our blog should not skip these core principles. You see, because The Rebelution is written much like a book you will get the most out of it by reading it from beginning to end, rather than from middle to end (or something to that extent).
Now, this doesn’t mean you have to go back and read every post we’ve ever written. And it also doesn’t mean that you won’t be able to understand or relate to our new topics if you haven’t read the old ones. However, I would encourage you to take the time every so often to explore the past series and “popular independent posts” listed on the sidebar to the right. Because The Rebelution is a cohesive message this will serve to compliment your future reading and give you a better understanding of what we’re all about.
Thanks for your time.
September 30th, 2005 at 10:51 pm
Absolutely - I would personally recommend to other visitors going back and looking at all of the posts mentioned here. Looking at the front page only scratches the surface.
October 2nd, 2005 at 1:47 am
This is my first time on your blog and it is refreshing, and inspiring. I tend to be layed back(insecure?)at times in my walk and speaking out in truth. Keep on fighting for truth, and stay humble my brothers. May Jesus be glorified.
October 2nd, 2005 at 8:07 am
Thank you, Caelen. We need our brothers and sisters in Christ to pray for us and to hold us accountable to esteem God’s glory as preeminently valuable.
October 7th, 2005 at 6:04 am
Very Nice,
A Rebelution is just what is needed.
I have a couple of links you might enjoy, but to dop them in would look like spam. Let me know if you are interested.
I also have a bumper sticker you might like:
My Homeschooled kid
will employ
your honor student
Best,
Allan
BFUrector
October 9th, 2005 at 1:35 am
This site is a wonderful encouragement! I found ya’ll through AgentTim, I think, and when I heard you were Josh Harris’s brothers I had to start reading.
Keep turning the world upside down!
October 19th, 2005 at 5:56 am
This site is a great idea! I’ll be stopping by here alot. Later.
November 25th, 2005 at 5:56 am
I think what you guys are doing is awesome! I personally want to rise above what the world expects from me as a teenager…because the world doesn’t expect much. It’s so nice to see that there is someone (well, two someones) that feels the same as me! wow!
~Kelsa
December 3rd, 2005 at 8:54 pm
I, too, am a first-time reader, so I’m going to use that as my excuse for being to very late.
First, let me say bravo to you two for what you’re doing. I’ve scanned the site and I’m really impressed with what I see. I suppose I shouldn’t be too surprised, considering your family, but sometimes I get to wondering if there is such a thing as teens on fire anymore. Thank you for showing me that this race has not gone extinct.
I do have some questions and comments, but I felt kind of silly commenting on really old posts. If you have some time (I did see your post on being in Alabama), I’d like to know a few things about you and your goals for this site.
I’ll be checking this site from time to time, though I don’t get online very often.
You’ll be in my prayers.
-A fellow soldier
P.S. Jiffy and Lou is NOT the only homeschool comic strip. I’ve seen an entire book of specifically homeschool jokes, not just conservatives.
December 15th, 2005 at 9:17 am
hey, I just want to tell you that we really enjoy your blog. Recently all three of us siblings have been interested in blogging. My brother is big on your brother’s (joshua’s) dating and purity methods. somehow, he came across your blog and he showed us his findings. you have inspired us to take to heart your ideas ( i love all of your series) and you have inspired us to start (for me, continue) to blog. my sister, who is an english teacher had her kids write a reaction paper on one of your articles! you guys write so well and its refreshing to see young people in action. you’re blog rocks! go “rebelutionaries!”
January 26th, 2006 at 7:47 pm
Have either of you ever considered attending a Christian law school?
I am the dean at Trinity International University’s law school - Trinity Law Scool, in Santa Ana, CA. We need intellegent Christian students who love God, wisdom, knowledge, and good government. We have full tuition schoolarships for students with high LSAT scores and GPAs.
Please look at our web site at tls.edu and my blog on blogger Trinitarian Don
February 4th, 2006 at 9:21 pm
I found your web site while I was looking for information for a homework paper for my Masters Degree class in Criminal Justice, and read, “The Myth of Adolescence.” I’m to write on why juvenile delinquency has been on the decrease the last few years. Could it be that more young people are learning to know Jesus??!!! God Bless you in all you are doing to glorify Him!
March 19th, 2006 at 3:42 pm
this is really cool…
any ways to get involved? : )
actually you guys remind me a bit of generation joshua, but just have a bit different of a focus than politics. very great, and may the Lord continue to bless your endeavors for Him!
April 16th, 2006 at 5:15 pm
I really like this. It has an answer to a lot of questions. I am new here, but I luv it!
Andrew
MK in Brazil
P.S. Go to www.authorandrew.blogspot.com.
It’s my blog. I have an idea for a motto that you guys put in one of your posts. ‘I don’t care how you feel about what I’m saying’
Thanks
July 1st, 2006 at 12:24 pm
Hey! Was just linked here by a cousin and am looking forward to reading this blog! I’m looking forward to reading all you have to say about the different issues that are so relevant to many many of us youth today!
See you around. Elizabeth, NSW, Australia.
July 15th, 2006 at 6:44 am
Edited by Siteowner: Dear CftHR, thank you for commenting. Unfortunately, this particular one was out of place. Your comment did not address the content of the post or directly follow from any previous comments. In the future, if you take issue with the wording used by previous commenters, please take your discussion elsewhere, whether to your own blog or to theirs.
Thank you for understanding. God bless!