The World Wide (Religious) Web for Tuesday, June 14, 2011


“The Politics of Being a Good Christian.” New research suggests there are actually two God Gaps. For some Christians, being more religious makes them more conservative on social issues. For others, going to church, praying, and doing other religious activities actually makes them more liberal on social justice issues. Interesting. _____ “At debate, Republican candidates spar over Islam.” Personally, I’m with Abe Greenwald: Bad showing all around on the Muslim question. There’s one right answer: I would hire any American I believed could do the best for my administration and my country–any race, religion, or creed. The meandering into crazy … Continue reading The World Wide (Religious) Web for Tuesday, June 14, 2011

The World Wide (Religious) Web for Wednesday, June 8, 2011


  “Are You Smarter Than Anthony Weiner?” I certainly hope so. But Russell D. Moore provides a timely reminder about temptation and self-deception: Almost every adultery situation I’ve ever seen includes a cheating spouse who honestly believes that he or she is not going to get caught. The cheater often doesn’t want the marriage to end in divorce. Instead, like the characters in today’s headlines, he or she instead wants to keep everything the same: spouse, kids, and lover too. That’s irrational and completely contrary to the way the world works. Anyone can see that. But you can convince yourself…or … Continue reading The World Wide (Religious) Web for Wednesday, June 8, 2011