Monthly Archives: April 2016

Dismal theology-related tweet for the day

Piper: “Let fear of God keep you in the relationship that casts out fear.” https://t.co/1wuLpWoY1X — Desiring God (@desiringGod) April 22, 2016 Because, you know, Our Heavenly Father Who Loves Us might decide to torture you for eternity — so … Continue reading

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Faith as addiction

Valeri Tarico looks at religion and religious faith as addictions. Looking back on his years as a Christian, non-theist Tony Debono says “While I have no desire to return to religion, I definitely miss the highs of religious worship, as … Continue reading

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The case for Grace Hopper

I don’t have a particular problem with Harriet Tubman, but I don’t think she is the best choice the Treasury could have made if it wanted to put a woman on our currency. If it had been left up to … Continue reading

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Thoughtful theology-related tweet for the day

Spiritually abusive leaders keep their victims in perpetual state of spiritual childhood, and won't let them move toward maturity in Christ. — futuristguy (@futuristguy) April 21, 2016 As they might say in Flint, “close enough for gubmint work.” The Southern … Continue reading

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One more question regarding Flint

There is probably no sense belaboring the failures in the Flint water story any longer, but I want to mention just one more thing that points to a breakdown in the customary engineering management of that project. Recall, once again, … Continue reading

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