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“A very little key will open a very heavy door” (Charles Dickens, Hunted Down)
Lausanne and theology of work 4: Talking the walk
Where conversations about faith can often feel daunting, an article provides practical advice for Christians about expressing their beliefs in the workplace. Main point: "Helping people see how their deepest longings are met in Christ can create irresistible...
Lausanne and theology of work 3: Setting the stage for conversations
Discussing one's faith in the workplace can feel very difficult, according to an article from the Lausanne Movement. Main point: Think about "what evangelism should be that will go a long way to make faith conversations in the workplace not only tolerated but...
Tips for reading your Bible
The CS Lewis Institute published a sermon by Charles Spurgeon about getting the most out of reading one's Bible. It's directed to Christian ministers but can apply to any Christian.Main point: "They [Christian ministers] must read much if they are to be profitable to...
Why Coach Chris Peterson left college football at the top of his game
The Anthony De Mello parable is reminiscent of the story of Jesus's disciples who were squabbling for a place of honor in heaven. Even Mama got involved. We each have a calling we easily forget if we get caught up in the thorns and thistles of life.If you ever...
Army of the Dead trailer – best yet
I enjoy movie trailers to the point that I'm upset when I don't get to the theater in time for the trailers at the start. This Army of the Dead trailer is the best one I've seen and is entertaining in its own right. More than other trailers, Zack Snyder seems to have...
Water shortages in the western US: Official declaration for the first time?
An article in my news feed described the possibility of a first-time official water shortage declaration for the western US. That's because "man-made lakes that store water supplying millions of people in the U.S. West and Mexico are projected to shrink to historic...
How screenwriters do stories in action, sci-fi, and fantasy
Heard at a session with Marc Bernardin, Naren Shankar, and Emily Carmichael about building worlds in action, sci-fi, and fantasy at the ScreenCraft Writers Summit 2021: How can one keep from building a world not fully thought through? Get read backs. Think...
Can action, sci-fi, and fantasy worlds inspire real world outcomes?
Can action, sci-fi, and fantasy worlds inspire real world outcomes? Heard at a session with Marc Bernardin, Naren Shankar, and Emily Carmichael about building worlds at the ScreenCraft Writers Summit 2021: Example. Star Trek inspired real world...