We are discussing mere Christendom as a construct for civilization. Since we have been here before, it is, more accurately, a construct for a renewed civilization. How is this necessary? C.S. Lewis once famously observed the wishful thinking of unbelievers. “In a sort of ghastly simplicity, we remove the organ and demand the function. We …
Two Influential Thinkers of the Western World
HT: Johnny Simmons
Hitch On Prayer
Here are some thoughts by Christopher on the efficacy of prayers for his cancer. The obvious conclusion is that we need to double down.
Internet Kudos
Here is a web site that looks like a promising bundle of theological resources. Kudos to the guys who got this going again.
Ready or Not
Suppose that an American daisy-cutter bomb had been dropped on Mecca, and blew up their sacred rock. Suppose further that through a series of circumstances, a Southern Baptist gentleman proposed building a Christian chapel on the lip of that crater. We would be justified in supposing this man to be any number of things, but …
Unapologetic Apologetics
Nancy and I are coming to Virginia about a month from now, and looking forward to it. You can check out the conference info here.
Kicking One of the Sacred Geese
It should not be surprising that after I have urged the establishment of a mere Christendom for some time, that questions about the First Amendment might arise. It would appear that I am trespassing on the sacred precincts. It would seem that I am strolling across the manicured lawns of the Temple grounds, in order …
A Funny Kind of Sad
Either that, or a sad kind of funny. HT: Nathaniel Carswell.
Letham and Hamilton
I know a number of friends in the UK follow this blog, and here is a special announcement just for you all — along with anyone over here who has enough frequent flyer miles. I speak of this conference, and commend it to you heartily. Wish I could go to it.
Breeders No More
Christian parents of high school students really need to think through their assumptions about higher education. And by “think through,” I really mean “rethink.” Here is a link to help kick start that process. Christians need to stop being the secularist breeding program.