Nine Biblical Themes That Encourage Earth Care

Does the biblical teaching that human beings have dominion over the earth grant Westerners a license to exploit the planet? Or are there biblical themes that encourage stewardship rather than exploitation? I think there are such themes. Here are nine of them: 1.   ...

Many Faiths, One Common Commandment “ Love

“A new commandment I give you,” Jesus says to his disciples at his final meal in the gospel of John, “love one another. This is the way that people will know you are my disciples: demonstrate love for one another.” “A new commandment I...

Makin’ bacon

Underground caves and caverns have always fascinated me, and on a getaway in northwestern Virginia this weekend, I visited Shenandoah Caverns, where I saw something new. I’ve visted a number of different caverns, and seen my share of stalactities and...

“Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1”

I have been reviewing movies for EthicsDaily.com for almost 10 years; one of the first movies I reviewed was “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone.” I hadn’t read the book, but something happened in that showing I will never forget.   When the...

Following the Less-Traveled Path of Jesus

Jesus’ life in this world began in a small, one-room peasant house that would have been divided between living quarters and space for the animals. It was most likely damp and dirty, not the kind of warm, cozy place often pictured in our manger scenes. Many of us...

Why the Christmas Season is Like Lucy the Camel

A few years ago I became aware of a church in Texas that pulls out all the stops in celebrating Christmas. For over 25 years, Northside Baptist Church in Victoria, Texas, has hosted an elaborate Christmas play. This presentation has everything: shepherds, wise men,...