Get Back to Work!

Last updated on: August 22, 2008 at 12:16 pm By Richard Clark

The uselessness of sports: “…many evangelicals would [disparage Olympic athletes for their devotion]. After all, they could be leading bible study groups or serving at soup kitchens. Those are things that glorify the Lord, right? Of course, but God is also glorified when you work at improving your 5K race pace.” HT: Jollyblogger Read more

Thank You For Smoking

Last updated on: August 22, 2008 at 11:38 am By Richard Clark

Richard Clark encourages us to love the smoker but hate the smoke. Read more

He's Decided

Last updated on: August 21, 2008 at 5:16 pm By Richard Clark

Obama says he’s chosen his VP (though he has yet to announce his identity) and says, “I want somebody who’s independent, somebody who can push against my preconceived notions and challenge me so we have got a robust debate in the White House.” Read more

Do the Olympics Idolize the Human Body?

Last updated on: August 21, 2008 at 5:01 pm By Carrisa Smith

One day, our resurrected bodies will be free from pain—all that mounting with wings as eagles and running without growing weary. One of the things I enjoy about the Olympics is how the athletes’ strength and speed can hint at the futures of our glorified bodies. But sometimes I wonder if the Olympics set up the human body as a false god to be worshiped. Read more

Superman Fighting to Find Himself

Last updated on: August 20, 2008 at 2:11 pm By Richard Clark

Straight, Gay, Fat, Existential? Superman Fighting to Find Himself Read more

How Much do You Get Paid Again?

Last updated on: August 20, 2008 at 2:06 pm By Richard Clark

Rick Warren on Obama’s “above my pay grade” comment: “He should either say, “No, scientifically, I do not believe it’s a human being until X” or whatever it is or say, “Yes, I believe it is a human being at X point,” whether it’s conception or anything else. But to just say “I don’t know” on the most divisive issue in America is not a clear enough answer for me.” Read more