Archive for September, 2006
Reading Fiction a Waste of Time?
Every once in a while I talk to someone who thinks that reading fiction is a waste of time. Such a person might enjoy reading but only things that – as he might say – are real and true as opposed to fictional. This person sees no practical use for fiction. And [...]
What’s the Prob?
In my summer Siberian lectures on Christian ethics, I identified three outlooks that challenge a Christian ethos: Pragmatism, Relativism, and Individualism. Pastor Petersen made me think of this when he asked the interesting question: What controversy will define this time in the life of the church?
What do you think are the hottest issues facing [...]
Airline Security
I understand and support the increased security measure airports have undertaken for our safety. I get it. But as one who will be travelling a good deal in coming months and years, I dread the hours of stress going through the hoops.
So in light of the need for security and for the sake [...]
Who Said It?
Who said this and what movie is it from?You know, I’ve always liked that word…”gargantuan”… so rarely have an opportunity to use it in a sentence.
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Differences Btwn Men and Women
I saw this over at Incarnatus Est. It’s hilarious.
A guy named Roger is attracted to a woman named Elaine. He asks her out to a movie; she accepts. They have a pretty good time. A few nights later, he asks her out to dinner, and again they enjoy themselves. They continue to see each [...]
Professor Marquart in Paradise with Jesus
“Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of his saints.” (Psalm 116:15)
A dear teacher and father in the faith, Kurt Marquart, has gone on to the church triumphant. The victory is ours through Christ our Lord.
What I always appreciated about Prof. Marquart was his clarity. He was able to speak [...]
Real Sex
Real Sex: The Naked Truth about Chastity. That’s the name of the latest book by Lauren Winner who also wrote the memoir entitled: Girl Meets God: A Memoir. Ms. Winner was the first plenary speaker for our conference on love and marriage. I have to admit that I was quite impressed. [...]
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Planners and Doers
I’m currently reading A Man in Full by Tom Wolfe and enjoying it very much. In one spot, the observation is made that some people are planners and others are doers. Life can be compared to a shooting match.
In a shooting match, your motto ought to be: Ready, Aim, Fire.
For many of [...]
