Christianity without discipleship…
January 23, 2008
Like ravens we have gathered around the carcass of cheap grace. From it we have imbibed the poison which has killed the following of Jesus among us. The doctrine of pure grace experienced an unprecedented deification. Read more
Back to School
January 22, 2008
Another semester has begun at St. Louis U and even though teaching and taking courses at the same time can prove daunting, the balance between professor and graduate student is surprisingly symbiotic. I am always amazed at how applicable my SLU courses are to my work at sem. This semester, I am taking a course in college teaching. The course provides insights into teaching skills and theory for the collegiate level and offers an opportunity to earn certification from the Center for Teaching Excellence. I am looking forward to developing my skills as an instructor and I’m sure my students won’t mind either. If I learn anything of interest, I will pass it along. Well, time to sell some blood for book money…
Educating Caliban
January 17, 2008
What’s wrong with the American college student? Compared to their European counterparts, they have been described as “natural savages” lacking a cultural and literary heritage. If you are interested in Allan Bloom, perennialism, or simply want to see me use the word “Gesamtkunstwerk”, I offer this short critique of Allan Bloom and the American college student. Click Here to Read
Steve Jobs 90 Minute Keynote in 30 Seconds
January 16, 2008
Mahalo Daily with Veronica Belmont put together this clever 30-second summary of the Steve Jobs Macworld Keynote. If you don’t have the patience or the attention span for 90 minutes, this is for you.
All Hail Steve Jobs!
January 15, 2008
OK, maybe I am too much of an Apple fanboy, but can you blame me? Today, along with an update to my iPod Touch and the Apple TV, Steve introduced the MacBook Air. The MacBook Air is wafer thin. If you were to stack the money needed to buy the deluxe version it would be thicker than the actual computer. With that said, it looks like an innovative product. I can already feel myself being magically drawn to the Apple store to take a peak.
I See What You’re Saying: The Use of Visuals in Preaching
January 13, 2008
This is a presentation that I gave at the 2007 Day of Homiletical Reflection at Concordia Seminary.
Which “ship” is sinking the fastest in the Lutheran Church?
January 13, 2008
If you have a second and an opinion, cast your vote in January’s Featured Poll. Feel free to post your comments as well.
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Cooking With Marge
January 13, 2008
Last night, Elizabeth and I went to Minion’s Cafe in Maplewood to see a dinner theatre performance of Cooking With Marge. Actress Linda Spall plays Marjoram Fennel , an entertaining mixture of Julia Childs and Hyacinth Bucket from Keeping Up Appearances. Not only was it a memorable way to celebrate our anniversary, but the food was delicious as well. One of the best parts of the evening was sharing a table with a couple from St. Louis who shared stories of living in downtown St. Louis, attending local theatre, and parenting.
What’s Up With The Maji?
January 12, 2008
This past Tuesday, I preached in chapel on Matthew 2:1-12 - The Visitation of the Maji. Ever wonder why the three kings are included in the nativity scene when they didn’t arrive until months later? I take a look at this question as well as have a conversation with an inanimate object in my sermon, Wannabe King.
Macworld Cometh…
January 12, 2008
If you know me, you know I love Apple Inc. and next week is Macworld! I hope my good friend and alleged Read more
