Welcome to this week’s edition of “The Sunday Seven.” As always, this post is all about sharing some of the more interesting news and insights that I have encountered throughout the week, as well as a little humor meant to lighten your day. Hopefully, as you scan the links, you’ll find a little something here that will peak your interest and give you pause to think. Enjoy! Read the rest of this entry »
March 18, 2012Welcome to this week’s edition of “The Sunday Seven.” As always, this post is all about sharing some of the more interesting news and insights that I have encountered throughout the week, as well as a little humor to lighten your day. Hopefully, there’s a little something here that will peak your interest and give you pause to think. Enjoy!
The power of questions in the sharing of the gospel. In this new series found on Scot McKnight’s Jesus Creed, Andrew Wilson explores the role of questions in a post-Christian culture. Could be an interesting discussion to follow.
Is Kony 2012 Good or Bad? As is ususally the case, Rachel Held Evans brings her usual light touch to a sensitive topic, offering insights that are worthy of your consideration. Hands down, the most balanced presentation I’ve seen on this issue.
An Evangelical and Critical Approach to Scripture. A wise and timely piece on the need to read Scripture through the eyes of “critical faith.”
Abortion: The Democrat’s “Muslim Obama.” From J.D. Kirk’s “Storied Theology” blog, this will push buttons on both the left and the right, which is often, if not always, a sign of good thinking.
Talk About Sex. Again, from J.D. Kirk’s “Storied Theology” blog. Even as I read the article, I find myself wanting to say, “But, but, but …” And by the time I got to the end, I realized that my “buts” were exactly the point he was trying to make.
Jesus Holds a Business Meeting. Kinda painful if this describes your church (which it probably does!). Credit to Ryan Mahoney for finding this.
March 11, 2012Welcome to this week’s edition of “The Sunday Seven.” As always, this post is all about sharing some of the more interesting news and insights that I have encountered throughout the week. What’s more, it also includes one of the funnier videos I’ve seen in quite some time. Hopefully, there’s a little something here that will peak your interest and give you pause to think. Enjoy!
Creation, Evolution and Christian Lay People – Part 2. Last week, I posted the first of a six-part series that Tim Keller is doing over at the Bio Logos site. You may not agree with Keller’s take on creation/evolution, but even if you disagree, the nuggets of wisdom he sprinkles throughout the discussion are priceless. Take for instance this week’s discussion on whether we can interpret some passages of Scripture literally while interpreting others in a non-literal fashion. Keller has the gift of C.S. Lewis in terms of translating the seemingly-complex into the simply-profound.
100 Million Christians persecuted says British group. For those of us that live in the historically “Christianized” West, this is a great reminder that many around the globe are facing open persecution because of their faith in Jesus the Christ.
Mapping of the human genome declines to $100o per person. As the cost of mapping the human genome continues to decline, we are approaching a time when we will possess the ability to predict our susceptibility to certain diseases.
Divorce rate for couples over 50 doubles over past two decades. Though the national divorce rate has been on the decline since its all-time peak in the 1980s, “gray divorce” continues to rise, raising questions as to what is driving this trend.
I’m not telling you anything about this clip. Just watch and enjoy.
Washington Redskins Trade for the Number Two Draft pick. Can’t decide if this is good news or bad news for the Dallas Cowboys. Either way, an unprecedented move in NFL history.
Welcome to “The Sunday Seven.” This week’s edition is brought to you a day early, mostly because I anticipate a busy evening and an even busier Sunday afternoon. Nevertheless, these articles represent some of the more interesting news and insights I encountered this week. Hopefully, there’s something here that will peak your interest and give you pause to think.
In this excellent article on creation, evolution and the intersection between science and faith, Tim Keller lays out a tremendously high call for pastors – a call few appear willing to take
Six Insane Sequels that Almost Ruined Classic Movies. Perhaps my favorite item on this week’s list. Just look at a few of the titles: Ei8ht, Gladiator 2, Casablanca 2: Brazzaville, and my personal favorite written by Spielberg himself, E.T. 2: Nocturnal Fears. Don’t know how I stumbled onto this article, but you are welcome!
Idolizing “Youth Culture” in Worship. A great discussion on the disposable nature of contemporary worship and the damage it is doing to the presentation of the Gospel of Jesus the Christ.
Public Opinion Polls Related to Abortion. 16 years of polling data that demonstrates a shift in how America perceives the moral status of an unborn child.
New Report Reveals Major Pro-Life Gains Undermining Roe v. Wade. Significant shifts in public opinion related to the moral status of unborn babies have lead to a record number of states proposing pro-life laws in 2011.
Go Beyond the Sex Questions. In a secular and Christian culture that is saturated by sex, Trevin Wax offers an insightful question at the end of his article that should become the standard.
Welcome to my new series, “The Sunday Seven.” Here, you will find a rather motley collection of articles, blogs and other various musings that have captured my attention over the past seven days. No promises as to what you may find on a week to week basis. But like Baskin Robbins on a hot summer night, there’s a little something for everyone here, so why not make your way up to the counter to see if you can’t find a flavor that suits your fancy.
How to Talk Evangelical: An Annotated Glossary. Take The Devil’s Dictionary by Ambrose Bierce and add to it the writings of Kathleen Norris. Now place these in a blender and hit “puree. ” Equal parts humorous and painful, definitely a blog to watch.
Pastorfashion.com. That’s right: pastorfashion.com, the place “where faith and fashion intersect.” Does your pastor have a bit of a “muffin top?” Does his tie not look quite right? Then maybe he needs a little help from Pastor Ed or maybe he just needs a new set of spanx. Whatever the case, you know where to send him.
Atheist Insists that Society Needs Guidance from Religion. When a well-known atheist picks a fight with an even more well-known atheist, things get interesting. When the fight has to do with building an atheist temple, well … you’ll just have to read it yourself.
J.K. Rowling to pen a new novel. It’ll be interesting to see what the author of Harry Potter can do outside the realm of Hogwarts and Muggles. Even more interesting … a novel aimed at adults.
Give Up the Gimmicks Youth Pastors. This link will take you to an excerpt from a promising new book by Brian Cosby. From all reports, this is a clarion call to re-centering youth ministry on the Gospel of Jesus the Christ.
Bait and Switch Afflicts Contemporary Christian Society. I’m not going to tell you anything about this one. Just read it with an open mind and consider what Beck is trying to say. I think you’ll find it worth your time.
