by Larry Greenfield | Mar 30, 2010 | Opinion
The crux of the Christian story gets played out in the coming days. But where will the drama be staged? Everybody – Christians and non-Christians alike – knows the plot of the drama by now, even if it will go through millions of reruns again this year, just like every...
by Keith Herron | Mar 29, 2010 | Opinion
The 15th chapter of Luke is a pivotal and compelling bit of storytelling because there are three stories told sequentially, each illustrating the same lesson. In many ways, Luke 15 has been considered “a gospel within the gospel” because it so typifies the...
by Zach Dawes Jr | Mar 29, 2010 | Opinion
The First Amendment asserts our right to free speech. Both private citizens and public officials have the right to speak freely and voice their opinions. However, freedom comes with responsibility. Free speech that leads to violence and harm of others makes the...
by Chuck Queen | Mar 29, 2010 | Opinion
The Talmud tells of a rabbi who hosted a great celebration in his home, inviting all of his friends, family and followers. A friend inquired about all the singing and dancing when there had been no new birth or marriage. The rabbi explained: “Yesterday, I was...
by Tony W. Cartledge | Mar 29, 2010 | Opinion
Brian McLaren, among the brightest and most significant Christian thinkers of our age, is on a mission to save Christianity from itself. With impressive erudition, genuine humility, and a deep love for Christ and the church, McLaren dares to ask questions that...
by Berry Craig | Mar 28, 2010 | Opinion
Just in time for next year’s sesquicentennial observance of the start of the Civil War, the Texas Board of Education wants new Lone Star State history textbooks that are more conservative. For example, the board has proposed that the new school books match...