The strong, visceral horror at the slaughter of little children in Newtown, Connecticut is universally felt in America. This natural human reaction has led to serious questions about gun control, mental health and security. … A Call to Evangelical Reflection on the Newtown MassacreRead more
Religion and Culture
On Presidents, Thanksgiving and Taking God’s Name in Vain
There was a recent conservative uproar over the fact that for the fourth year in a row President Obama did not verbally give thanks to God in his Thanksgiving Address (http://news.yahoo.com/obama-thanksgiving-address-calls-unite-behind-wh-doesn-080136187.html). The whole issue should … On Presidents, Thanksgiving and Taking God’s Name in VainRead more
A Fountainhead of Political and Theological Heresy
There is much to be concerned about in this typical election year of heated and superficial political vituperation that goes under the wholly misleading name of debate. As a teacher at a Christian school, … A Fountainhead of Political and Theological HeresyRead more
Row House: A Feast of Biblical Proportions
We often talk of an event being of biblical proportions. By that we mean something enormous. Last night we celebrated my birthday at Topeka’s Row House Restaurant. The delightful dinner made me rethink what “biblical … Row House: A Feast of Biblical ProportionsRead more
David Boudia: Olympic Champion and the Power of the Peace of God
When David Boudia was competing in the men’s ten-meter platform diving event at the 2012 London Olympics, this Carmel High School graduate managed to put aside, at least temporarily, his loyalties and root for … David Boudia: Olympic Champion and the Power of the Peace of GodRead more
