I have this book on my shelf but haven't touched it yet. I assumed that it was simply a 'remix' of the classic Neibuhr book; however, it seems I assumed too much. Here's an excerpt from an interview conducted by Derek Thomas from FPC Jackson with DA Carson (who happened to be my adviser at … Continue reading Christ and Culture
Great Book on Emerging Church
I had taken a vacation from reading anything emerging church or about emerging church. That peaceful, enjoyable break needed to end, so I picked up this book not expecting much. It was, however, fantastic. The critique of the movement is insightful, winsome, informed and balanced. They see the good and the bad. They've read widely, … Continue reading Great Book on Emerging Church
Hurricanes and Global Warming
A recent news headline declared "Study Refutes Link Between Global Warming and Hurricanes". The article goes on to report, "Not only that, warmer temperatures will actually reduce the number of hurricanes in the Atlantic and those making landfall, research meteorologist Tom Knutson reported in a study released Sunday". From this I conclude a few things:1. … Continue reading Hurricanes and Global Warming
Best Hotel in Bloomington
I'm real proud of my wife Lynn. She is an awesome wife, mother and sales manger at Homewood Suites in Bloomington. Today, her hotel was named "Best Hotel in Bloomington". Congrats!
Exegesis of Culture
I just started a book by David Wells called Above All Earthly Powers. I've only read the introduction so far, but I'm pushing this book forward on my reading priority based on what I read so far. This simple quote hit me like a ton of bricks tonight: ...theology, if it is true to its … Continue reading Exegesis of Culture