My dissertation was on the topic of civility. My upcoming book is on the same topic. Civility is a big deal to me, but it’s not because…… Read more “Agreeable Disagreement”
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When It Looks Like I Have Failed
While preparing a lesson on fear, I came across this prayer. It references one of my biggest fears- the fear of failure. I found it encouraging and…… Read more “When It Looks Like I Have Failed”
Ham on Nye: What it isn’t
Sad that the Bill Nye / Ken Ham debate is being billed as “The Bible vs. Science,” or Atheism vs. Christianity. This debate is about neither. Not…… Read more “Ham on Nye: What it isn’t”
When We are Called To Judge
I love reading blogs and I think Mark Sandlin has one of the best out there. I genuinely look forward to reading his thoughts. Mark makes me…… Read more “When We are Called To Judge”
Thank You, Kate Turabian!
I didn’t make the honor roll very often in high school. I was too interested in girls and my souped-up VW Beetle. Yes, you read that correctly. I…… Read more “Thank You, Kate Turabian!”
The Gift of Disappointment
One of my favorite films is Rudy. If it’s on, we watch it. If we don’t have time to watch it, we DVR it. A pivotal scene takes place…… Read more “The Gift of Disappointment”
Less Than Ideal
Years ago, Electrolux vacuum cleaners ran a catchy ad campaign in Great Britain. The slogan went like this … “Nothing sucks like an Electrolux.” I think it’s funny, but…… Read more “Less Than Ideal”
I’m Playing the Race Card
I blogged last year about the Trayvon Martin / George Zimmerman case. Specifically, I shared my uneasiness with claims of “God’s plan” being part of the rhetoric.…… Read more “I’m Playing the Race Card”
Leave GOD Out Of It
I sat with a knot in my stomach this morning as I listened to George Zimmerman claim that his actions in the tragic incident with Trayvon Martin…… Read more “Leave GOD Out Of It”
Rapture This Saturday?
In 1981 a group from the Lighthouse Gospel Tract Foundation quit their jobs, closed their businesses, got rid of their possessions and gathered atop a hill in…… Read more “Rapture This Saturday?”
