Worldviews
Examining Christian Disunity: Unification among Denominations, Part 4 (of 5)
In the first three installments of this series I outlined three points in response to the challenge that Christian disunity invalidates the faith’s truth-claims. While I agree that disunity does … more
Examining Christian Disunity: Sin and Hypocrisy, Part 3 (of 5)
In the first two installments of this series I discussed the essential beliefs, values, and world-and-life view encapsulated by the Christian faith and the positive features of denominationalism, … more
Examining Christian Disunity: Three Benefits of Denominationalism, Part 2 (of 5)
In the first installment of this series I pointed out that while disunity among believers is a problem, many (especially skeptics) fail to appreciate the tremendous unity among historic Christians. … more
Examining Christian Disunity: Unifying Essentials, Part 1 (of 5)
I once heard a skeptic ask:
Why should I seriously consider Christian truth-claims when Christendom is so deeply divided?
There is some painful truth in this question. Christian disunity does, … more
An Unlikely Intellectual Role Model
I’ve read many books about the life and views Augustine of Hippo (AD 354–430)—my favorite theologian/philosopher and arguably the most influential Christian thinker outside the New … more
A Message from a Skeptic
Call me a skeptic. A nonbeliever. Even a hater. But in a perfect world—a world that suits my preferences, I should say—it doesn’t exist.
What is “It,” you ask? The Star … more
Welcome to Reflections
In a profound sense we are what we think.
The Christian worldview highly values logic and rationality, which find their source in God. As the only creatures made in the image of God (Genesis … more
Greetings, Programs!
Disney’s TRON Legacy opens in theaters today. It’s been 28 years since the original debuted. For its time, TRON was an astounding breakthrough in computer-generated special effects. It … more
Christmas Controversies
The weekend following Thanksgiving, my husband and I decked the halls of our apartment with wreaths, garland, and a Nativity scene. And next week, we’ll drag home a heavenly scented Douglas fir … more
God Makes You Glad: Positive Christian Attitude Linked to Happiness
“But let all who take refuge in you be glad; let them ever sing for joy. Spread your protection over them, that those who love your name may rejoice in you.” Psalm 5:11
What is it about … more
Whatever Floats Your Boat and Moral Relativism's Titanic
Straight Thinking #92: Whatever Floats Your Boat and Moral Relativism's Titanic more
America and Islam: Is America Islamophobic?
Straight Thinking #88: America and Islam: Is America Islamophobic? more
Relationship Status
What was the first thing I did after getting home from seeing The Social Network? That’s right—I checked my Facebook page.
Current box-office leader The Social Network* recounts … more
Jihadists and The Narrative: The Importance of Worldview Thinking
Straight Thinking #69: Jihadists and The Narrative: The Importance of Worldview Thinking more
Christianity's Dangerous Ideas
“Who said anything about safe? ’Course he isn’t safe. But he’s good. He’s the King, I tell you.”1
This line—from my favorite book in C. S. Lewis’s … more
Ideas, Ideology, and Islam
A recent 60 Minutes broadcast provided an illuminating glimpse into the global “war on terror.” The April 25 episode included a provocative segment on Islam entitled “Jihadists and … more
Putting Beliefs to the Test: 9 Ways to Know if Your Worldview Is Reliable
The unexamined life is not worth living for a human being. … more
Checking Our Worldview
Several years ago, a colleague and I were discussing the writing of a computer program we planned to use for processing our radio astronomy data. Both of us tried to identify and perfect various … more
Worldview Twelve-Point Road Map, Part 3
Straight Thinking #57: Worldview Twelve-Point Road Map, Part 3 more
Worldview Twelve-Point Road Map, Part 2
Straight Thinking #56: Worldview Twelve-Point Road Map, Part 2 more
