Monthly Archives: April 2006

One of the most profound helps to one’s faith is the institution of friendship. Friendship could be considered one of the best gifts of personhood, one of the distinguishing marks of humanity, and one of the surest means to individual … Continue reading →

Against the extreme attention given to feelings in the popular culture, evangelicals, ourselves a people who value feelings, recognize that we must commit ourselves to things–beliefs, people, most importantly, God. Yes, we want to feel the truth. But we understand … Continue reading →

One of the least-prized virtues of this era is that of discipline. Discipline, you see, requires earnestness, and earnestness is nowhere popular among the younger generation. For those of my age, life is all about throwing off restrictions and requirements, … Continue reading →

I talked yesterday about how it is a big help to one’s faith to read large chunks of scripture. Today I’m suggesting the exact opposite. Isn’t that fun? I think it is. You get a blog, and you can be … Continue reading →

Time for a new series. This one is on ways we Christians can help our faith. As subjects of God who were born again by the Spirit’s regenerating work, we understand that we are not fundamentally responsible for our faith. … Continue reading →

One of the best marks of being a man is liking movies tailored to my gender. What a beautiful thing it is that there are movies out there that celebrate heroism, courage, and justice. I’ve recently become more acquainted with … Continue reading →

Much has been made of the “metrosexual” male in recent popular culture publications. Such a man, while heterosexual and unabashedly so, gives much attention to traditionally feminine categories such as dress, appearance, and decoration. Now, I give some attention to … Continue reading →

Yesterday I began a series called “Unapologetic Manhood,” in which I explore a few tenets of manhood that I embrace and do not apologize for. Today I pick up where I left off yesterday. I’m discussing my aversion to cooking, … Continue reading →

Hello, consumed readers. I have long abandoned you, and I am penitent. I have been lost in the pleasurable waters of spring break and have not been able to post. I have emerged, however, and now I am ready and … Continue reading →