Tag Archives: Religion and Spirituality

Kicking at the Darkness: Bruce Cockburn and the Christian Imagination by Brian J. Walsh

I have been a fan of Bruce Cockburn‘s music since I was in high school. I have dozens of his albums and generally buy each new release.  Granted, our politics don’t exactly line up perfectly but I have always appreciated … Continue reading

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Are Christians Too Modern?

A thought I had today … Evangelical Christians are too “Modern.” They fail to see the intellectual baggage modernity brings with it and they falsely assume that pre and post-modern thought somehow rejects the concept of truth or absolutes. Post-modern … Continue reading

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The Orthodox Heretic by Peter Rollins

If used in the right way and with the right attitude these stories can help the reader to think differently about faith and belief; to focus more on living out their faith in the here and now rather than dreaming of heavenly rewards or being obsessed with correct doctrine. Continue reading

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Protestantism: A Very Short Introduction by Mark A. Noll

It gives you the big picture – points you to important people, ideas, and events – but also offers turning points and key takeaways for further thought and study. Continue reading

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Almost Heaven by Chris Fabry

Overall Almost Heaven is a touching and well drawn portrait of faithfulness through suffering and the value of commitment despite the odds. Continue reading

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