Tag Archives: authority

Book Review: To Change The Church

Posted on October 20, 2018 by

To Change The Church:  Pope Francis And The Future Of Catholicism, by Ross Douthat As someone who is at least a moderately serious observer of the Roman Catholic Church [1], I have somewhat mixed feelings about this book.  I think … Continue reading →

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Book Review: A Little Bit Of Runes

Posted on October 13, 2018 by

A Little Bit Of Runes:  An Introduction To Norse Divination, by Cassandra Eason Admittedly, the practice of divination is one that I have endeavored to stay far away from [1].  The author, though, shows no such compunctions, and as neo-pagan … Continue reading →

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How To Keep A Nation From Turning To God

Posted on October 12, 2018 by

As someone who spends a fair amount of time thinking and reading about societal revival, sometimes I like to engage in thought experiments [1].  In this particular case, I would like to engage in a bit of devil’s advocacy.  Assuming … Continue reading →

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Book Review: The Treasured King

Posted on October 1, 2018 by

The Treasured King:  A Walk Through The Life Of David, by Jeff Middleton [Note:  This book was provided free of charge by Adams PR Group.  All thoughts and opinions are my own.] From time to time I review books for … Continue reading →

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Book Review: The Dictator Pope

Posted on September 28, 2018 by

The Dictator Pope:  The Inside Story Of The Francis Papacy, by Marcantonio Colonna (pseudonym) It took a while for this book to get to me, and it was one I was eagerly waiting for.  For odd reasons I do not … Continue reading →

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Where Did The Pharisees Go Wrong?

Posted on September 17, 2018 by

I have written at some length previously about the usurpation of the Pharisees [1], and yesterday there was a sermon by one of our deacons (the second part of a message that is scheduled–so far–for four parts, of which I … Continue reading →

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Audiobook Review: Great Courses: Origins And Ideologies Of The American Revolution: Part Two

Posted on September 17, 2018 by

Great Courses:  Origins and Ideologies Of The American Revolution:  Part Two, taught by Peter Mancall I must admit that I found this particular part of the course to be rather compelling.  In particular, I am fascinated about situations where communication … Continue reading →

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Someday We’ll Be Together

Posted on September 13, 2018 by

One of the more problematic aspects of Jesus’ ministry is the way that unity and disunity are juxtaposed so often in Christianity.  Let us take two passages and examine them together.  Matthew 10:34-39 tells us:  “Do not think that I … Continue reading →

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Tell Me Your Authority, And I Will Tell You Your God

Posted on September 9, 2018 by

It is common in this age, and in many ages of human history, for people to rebel against existing authorities.  It does not matter whether these authorities are political, cultural, religious, or scientific in nature, as there is a certain … Continue reading →

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Book Review: The Character Of The Church

Posted on August 30, 2018 by

The Character Of The Church:  The Marks Of God’s Obedient People, by Joe Thorn [This book was provided free of charge by Moody Publishers.  All thoughts and opinions are my own.] For a variety of reasons I find myself deeply … Continue reading →

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