While not all may embrace Reformed doctrinal distinctives, or the particular emphases of the Christian Reformed Church (CRC) in particular, this short Case for Christian Education by James K.A. Smith is helpful. An excerpt: So why Christian schools? Why did earlier generations commit to Christian education, investing in schools in often sacrificial ways? Their rationale was biblical, comprehensive, and radical. Stemming from the conviction that “the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom” (Ps. 111:10), the Reformed tradition—and the CRC in particular—has long recognized that Christ’s … [Read more...] about The Case for Christian Education
Archives for April 2012
Michael Jordan Owns NBA’s worst team ever
Given his egotistical, rambling Hall of Fame acceptance speech, it's a bit ironic that the man with a claim to being the best basketball player in history is now the owner of the NBA's worse team in history. As Steve Reed of the Associated Press reports, the "Charlotte Bobcats lost their 23rd consecutive game Thursday night 104-84 to the New York Knicks and finished the shrunken season with the worst winning percentage in NBA history (.106)." Read the rest. … [Read more...] about Michael Jordan Owns NBA’s worst team ever
Tom White, Leader of Voice of the Martyrs, Dead
Tom White, executive director of Voice of the Martyrs (VOM) for more than 20 year, is dead--apparently a suicide. The details are absolutely tragic: White, 64, was apparently being investigated by Oklahoma authorities for allegedly having "inappropriate contact with a young girl." VOM responded to the allegations with this statement: The Voice of the Martyrs statement concerning the death of Tom White: The events of the last week are tragic. On Wednesday we learned that Tom White, VOM’s executive director, had died. Allegations were made to authorities this week that Tom had … [Read more...] about Tom White, Leader of Voice of the Martyrs, Dead
The Temptation of Tim Tebow
Great article by Esther Fleece in the Washington Post on a $1 million dollar "bounty" that a particular "business" has pledged to whoever can entice Tim Tebow into losing his virginity. An excerpt: Let’s set aside for the purposes of this discussion the crassly transparent attempt by Biderman to make a buck, or at least generate a few headlines promoting his “business,” by taking advantage of Tebow’s name and fame. Let’s focus instead on the smarmy assumption at the root of his stunt – namely, that abstinence before marriage is an impossibility and/or a silly relic from the past. … [Read more...] about The Temptation of Tim Tebow
Testimonials on Thriving at College
Many Christian schools have used Thriving at College with their students to better acclimate them to the institution and to the realities of being a college student. California Baptist University, Dordt University, Hannibal-LaGrange University, LeTourneau University, Missouri Baptist University, New Saint Andrews College, Patrick Henry College, Providence Christian College, Reformation Bible College, and Samford University are among these schools. So I've asked a few folks I know at these schools if they'd be kind enough to offer "testimonials" on what sort of impression the book is having in … [Read more...] about Testimonials on Thriving at College
Providence Christian College Merges with Covenant College
Very exciting times for my friend Derek Halvorson. This news is a month old, but just getting to me now: 1. On behalf of the Providence Christian College Board of Trustees, Chairman Pete Nanninga announced plans to merge the Christian liberal arts college in Pasadena, California with sister institution Covenant College in Lookout Mountain, Georgia. 2. In conjunction with the announcement of intention to merge, Covenant College Board Chairman Martin A. Moore announced the selection of Dr. J. Derek Halvorson as the sixth president of Covenant College. Dr. Halvorson’s tenure will begin on … [Read more...] about Providence Christian College Merges with Covenant College