Dr. Albert Mohler reflects on Senator Obama's now famous statement from a San Francisco fund raiser. Obama was explaining how hard economic times encourage some people to lean upon religion, guns, and certain political convictions: "It's not surprising then they get bitter, they cling to guns or religion or antipathy to people who aren't like them or anti-immigrant sentiment or anti-trade sentiment as a way to explain their frustrations."Mohler notes that this is a great example of putting religion in a "functional" category--something politicians on both sides of the aisle have been known … [Read more...] about Mohler on Obama on Bitterness, Guns, and Religion
Summer Availability of Townhouse in Riverside, CA
Please forgive the highly personal nature of this post. I accepted a summer teaching assignment at U.C. Berkeley, so Marni, the kids, and I will be heading back to my Alma mater. We're hoping to sublet our townhouse in Riverside, CA to trustworthy tenants: A family, mature students, missionaries, etc. All the info has been posted elsewhere, and there are also extra photos. … [Read more...] about Summer Availability of Townhouse in Riverside, CA
Marriage Rate at Record Low in England and Wales
The Guardian reports that the average age of first marriage in England is 36.4 for men and 33.7 for women (2006 figures). That represent a rise of 5 years for men and 4.5 years for women. Marriage rates in England and Wales have fallen to the lowest level on record. Looks like this 2005 prediction is coming to pass. This is concerning on many levels: population replacement, national economic stability, and the glory of God though Christ-exalting marriages. (HT: Courtney Tarter at CBMW) … [Read more...] about Marriage Rate at Record Low in England and Wales
The Recent Mike Huckabee Teleconference
Michael Foust writes about the April 11 teleconference call with Governor Mike Huckabee sponsored by Charisma Magazine. Huckabee pledged to vigorously support McCain, but mused over what might have been had conservative leaders given him more early support (financial and otherwise). While I think such reflection is entirely justified, I hope that Huckabee also considers what he could have done to appreciably widen his circle of support beyond religious conservatives. Some of his class warfare-sounding rhetoric was both unnecessary and unhelpful, IMHO. Huckabee did not rule out a 2012 run … [Read more...] about The Recent Mike Huckabee Teleconference
Do Hard Things – 37% off for 3 more days
This fantastic new book by Alex and Brett Harris officially releases on April 15. Amazon's regular price is 32% off the $16.99 list price. But until Tuesday (04/15) an extra 5% pre-order discount applies. I was grateful to read this book in manuscript form and offer these words in response: "In a culture of low expectations, non-stop entertainment and short attention spans, teenagers Alex and Brett Harris provide a voice of reason and a stirring exhortation to productive action in the name of Christ. As a university professor, I am not unaware of the Gen Y propensity to demand more … [Read more...] about Do Hard Things – 37% off for 3 more days
Biola President Emeritus Clyde Cook (1935-2008)
Dr. Clyde Cook, President of Biola University from 1982-2007, influenced countless lives for Jesus Christ during his almost 73 year pilgrimage. My wife and I had the privilege of speaking to him for about an hour last spring prior to his official retirement. We were impressed by his heart for Christian higher education and his balanced perspective on the value of both academic rigor and spiritual formation. May his tribe increase. A Biola University statement reads: Dr. Clyde Cook served as Biola University’s president for 25 years, from 1982 to 2007, with a unique background as an … [Read more...] about Biola President Emeritus Clyde Cook (1935-2008)