"How does it feel to be at an age when you are losing everything that matters to you?" That question…
The sacrifice of Abraham and Agamemnon
As I have been studying for my series on James, I’ve been tethered to both a theological and philosophical examination…
Becoming a King: why boys need to become men before they crown a queen
Too many young men claim a woman for themselves before they have become the type of men worthy of the…
Navigating the Parenting Maze
People often ask for a map but in reality we only get a compass. There are no easy shortcuts in…
The Shame of My Missed Opportunity after the Las Vegas Massacre
“So seize any opportunity the Lord gives you to do good things and be a blessing to everyone...” -Galatians 6:10…
8 Reasons Why We Host Art/Music/Food Events in the Hood.
Because we think art matters. The whole artistic process matters. The values gained by celebrating the arts and artists, cultivate…
Stealing Past Watchful Dragons
This is from C.S. Lewis’s essay “Sometimes Fairy Stories May Say Best What’s to Be Said” (from On Stories: And…
Ringing the Bell of the Brothel
"The young man who rings the bell at the brothel is unconsciously looking for God.” This quote comes from a…
Mythopoeia by J.R.R. Tolkien
“This poem, which ought to be much better known, was written by Tolkien as a summary of the arguments he…
Mary & The Redemption of Eve
“And he came to her and said, Hail, O favored one [endued with grace]! The Lord is with you! Blessed…