It seems we are in the middle of a meaning crisis. Psychologists and culture watchers have been sounding the alarm on this for a number of years—in fact, the “loneliness epidemic” was getting headlines even before Covid sent us all scurrying underground. The symptoms of our crisis include: apathy, addictions, breakdown of trust, depression, anxiety,... Continue Reading →
How big is your God?
Inclusive, therapeutic deism posits a benign encourager in the sky—not, perhaps, strong enough to combat evil, but certainly frowning upon unkindness; not, perhaps, miraculous, but certainly winsome. God is the best Ted Talk guy ever. Carefully snipping away bits of the Bible that seem, well, problematic, has left a holey book in place of a... Continue Reading →
Let the regifting begin!
So our daughter has been saving her pennies for Christmas gifts -- a $2 rubber band ball for her brother (spot-on for the little inventor), a ballcap, perhaps, for dear old dad. She is too cute, so excited to give her hard-earned allowance for the thrill of making someone smile. Nicholas Cage and Bridget Fonda... Continue Reading →
