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As a conversation about being a Christian hipster rages online, I've become acutely aware of areas I may intersect with the hipster label. I'm trying desperately to make sure that I only hold onto those things which will enhance my relationships (God, family, world).

One way I know that I'm tempted is the use of movie clips for teaching. And this week, I encountered one of the most fantastic clips I've seen in some time. I'm not talking the "Blue Pill v. Red Pill" or the "Faith Walk" in Indiana Jones, but we're talking about scrambling to find something to strip audio ASAP.

I indulged my testosterone and saw the Expendables. It's about what you'd expect, but there is a brilliant moment. Bruce Willis plays a limited role, and his character is somewhat of a mystery. During a meeting with Stallone's character, he doesn't want to reveal his name, so he says that Stallone can just call him "Mr. Church" since they're meeting in a church.

Then the brilliance. No joke. Here it is. Stallone responds, "Alright Church, what can I do for you?" And my jaw dropped. Stallone's voice saying the above.

I'm not sure how this really fits into anything, other than awesomeness. But, then again, that's where I occasionally like to chill.

And I call dibs on the clip.