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Matthew Lee AndersonBlogging

Joe Carter

When I think of blogs that are going to have a long-term impact, two qualities come to mind: they must be insightful and edifying, and they must be entertaining. Dull blogs will capture some people for a long time, but […]

Matthew Lee AndersonBlogging

One more on blogging...

In the comments to the below post, Keith argues that what prevents people from hearing the Word of God is the content of the Word of God and not the delivery. He writes: English readers can read books about Christianity […]

Matthew Lee AndersonBlogging

The potential for GodBlogs...

Charles Lehardy of AnotherThink writes: To be effective evangelists, however, GodBloggers must to be welcoming, open and authentic, and committed to building relationships with those who drop by. I see GodBlogging as a translation of historic Christianity into the lingua […]

Matthew Lee AndersonBlogging

Another shameless plug....

I haven't blogged many of the news articles from GBC, but I can't pass this one up. I got a few emails mentioning it, but I

Keith E. BuhlerBlogging

a jovial jab

In the wake of a successful blog-conference with an admittedly goofy name, a bit of self-satire seems acceptable. Check out Ed Brayton’s alternative to GodBlogCon, to be held sometime in the near future(?)…

TexEthics

Air Force Morals

Last week I had to watch the Air Force's latest attempt to stem immoral behavior through institutional education and training. I sat in an auditorium with about 50

Matthew Lee AndersonBlogging

Thoughts about GBC

I just finished a huge round-up of posts from GBC attendees. It is, I believe, the most comprehensive list of GBC attendees comments available. First, Hugh Hewitt is the most gracious, engaging, and humble man I have ever met. He […]

Tex

If You're Happy but Don't Know It...

Having completed my instrument check ride, I’ve found time to comment on the topic of pessimism and optimism. Forgive the lateness of my response. Let’s say that the optimist and pessimist are those who believe the universe is all good […]

Keith E. BuhlerPhilosophyEpistemology

On Ideas

Descartes, Locke, and Hume all use the word "idea" in the most important parts of their most important writings. Their use of it is central to their philosophy.

Keith E. BuhlerScience

"Green" Energy

Ways of collecting energy: Windmills, solar panels, dams... Add to this list "Manchester Bobbers," a natural energy harvester being tested in the UK. Floating cylinders collect electricity as

Keith E. BuhlerTheology and Practice

the "power" of prayer

Apologeticon recently posted on John's vision of the last days. He painted the scene of the throneroom in his own words, and said, "It is a glorious

TexPhilosophy

Pessimism and Optimism: A Reply in Two Parts

**For Clarification** By saying that pessimism and optimism are analogous to bad and good, what do you mean? Do you mean morality? Pleasure and pain? Usefulness? Maybe I'm