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The Vocation of Writing when Words are Cheap (and other things)

Matthew Lee Anderson speaks about the vocation of writing when words are cheap, and he also reads an excerpt from his new book, The End of Our Exploring.

Brett McCrackenCulture

To Malick's "Wonder"

Some thoughts on Terrence Malick's latest film, "To the Wonder," in the light of the filmmaker's larger spiritual and philosophical concerns.

Guest WriterCulture

Constantine and the Gladiators: Politics or Culture?

The gladitorial games are a microcosm of Rome. So when Constantine and the Gladiators interact, are we seeing politics or culture? Derek Rishmawy explains.

Brett McCrackenCultureEvangelicalismFormation

Gray Matters: Navigating the Space Between Legalism and Liberty

Brett McCracken describes the impetus & objectives for his new book, the follow-up to "Hipster Christianity."

Ben SimpsonCulture

Death, Dying, and Evangelical Witness

Christians have a unique word to say on death, dying, and loss. Our teachings on death and dying need to be bolstered with action and compassion.

Chris KrychoCulturevictimizationCulture Warconfidenceressentimentculture warsGod's sovereigntyEvangelicalism

With a grin: rejecting the victim's stance

The attitude of the permanent victim is toxic; Christians must reject it if we are to have the kinds of impact we desire.

Matthew Lee AndersonCulture

On Memorial Day, We Remember the Dead

Memorial Day Commemoration 2008 (Photo credit: davidyuweb) On Memorial Day, we remember the dead. It is an uncomfortable holiday.  There are few moments in our culture that prompt thoughtful, considered

Cate MacDonaldCultureTechnology

The Chaos Curve: Writers' Block and the Ever-Writing Woman

I'm beginning to realize that the writers' block I struggle with comes, not from a lack of ideas, but from being absolutely tired of my own output.

Matthew Lee AndersonFilm Reviews/HollywoodCulture

Marriage, the Medium, and Friday Night Lights

I'm still thinking through the finale to television's best show and determining what to do next with it.  After four years together, I'm not

Cate MacDonaldCulture

Harry Potter and the Age Old Story

Tonight is the opening night of the final installment of the Harry Potter movies. I have lots of feelings about this. A little over a year ago I was still refusing to read those little children’s books about a boy named Harry […]

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Live Music

I’m not the first person to suggest that there is something inherently better about live musical performances, and even though we are rapidly sinking into an atomized digital age, I don’t think I’ll be the last: there is enough of […]

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A Midsummer Night's Dance: Love's Beauty and Roles

The Pacific Northwest Ballet’s (PNB) performance of A Midsummer Night’s Dream lifted a corner of the veil between plodding human beings and the world of fairies. The stage