Religious Conservatives Complicit in No-fault Divorce — Ryan Macpherson, Professor of History at Bethany Lutheran College, maintains that religious and political conservatives are complicit in the rise of the “no-fault” divorce policies in the United States, which has led to the dissolution of countless families in America in the last 40-plus years.
Items included for this subject area come from a variety of sources. The perspectives conveyed may or may not express a Lutheran ethos. They can serve our instruction as discussion-starters, examples (positive and negative), and illustrations of intersections between God’s two kingdoms, intersections sometimes characterized by tension, sometimes by congruence. Inclusion does not imply endorsement.
"Open Book" by R. Marxhausen: the Bible, the book open to us all
Sex and Danger at UVA
Sex and Danger at UVA — An assessment of the chaotic sexual ethos on college campuses: “There are many ironies in the proposed remedies of surveillance and reeducation. One irony in particular stands out. The same persons who in their youth supported the liberation of the sexes from so-called Victorian inhibitions and morals are now […]
Philosopher Alva Noe Challenges Redefining God in the NPR Science Blog
Philosopher Alva Noe Challenges Redefining God in the NPR Science Blog — In 13.7, guest blogger Nancy Abrams suggest we rethink the definition of “God.” Professor Noe responds, questioning how this would work and what is to be gained.
The Future of Reproduction and the Limits of Responsibility
The Future of Reproduction and the Limits of Responsibility — The New America Foundation’ conference on The Future of Reproduction presents several speakers. First Things commentator offers a critique and registers several concerns. Students can review and weigh the claims, perspectives, and world views.
Biblical Archaeology’s Top Ten of 2014
Biblical Archaeology’s Top Ten of 2014 — CT’s list of the broad variety of institutional and salvage excavations taking place in the lands of the Bible including the tomb of Stephen, the temple at Tel Burna, the “stone rejected by the builders,” and more at Herod’s temple. Students benefit by understanding an historically informed faith.
An Articulate Lutheran Small Business Owner on Same-Sex Marriage
An Articulate Lutheran Small Business Owner on Same-Sex Marriage — NPR has a series on same-sex marriage views in North Dakota. This 7 min. audio clip can offer students a clearly expressed view from a thoughtful layperson with which they can agree and/or disagree.
Christian materialism in Philosophy of Mind–the harvard ichthus
Christian Materialism in Philosophy of Mind by Jordan Monge (click on the second cover page below the top one for the pdf) An interesting example of student writing on faith, philosophy, the neurosciences, Lewis, and Freud that seeks a middle path between physicalism and an immaterial soul.
Anxious About Assurance: how can we be sure we are saved?
“Anxious About Assurance: How can we be sure that we are saved? A Calvinist and Lutheran answer” by Phillip Cary, Eastern College — a book review of Stop Asking Jesus into Your Heart, J.D. Greear, B&H Books, 2013. Cary discusses the book’s theme about the different “postures” of the Calvinist and Lutheran traditions regarding […]
Issues in Christian Education — Needed: Marriage Education
Needed: Marriage Education! “How Emerging Adults View Marriage and Sexuality” by Justin Hannemann “The Two Shall Become One Flesh.” What Does This Mean? By Dr. Paul Vasconcellos “How Congregations Can Be Proactive and Evangelical in Marriage Education” by Todd A. Bierman
Sherry Turkle: Connected but Alone — a TED Talk
Sherry Turkle: Connected, but alone? A TED Talk–As we expect more from technology, do we expect less from each other? Sherry Turkle studies how our devices and online personas are redefining human connection and communication — and asks us to think deeply about the new kinds of connection we want to have. 18 minutes on […]
