Monthly Archives: March 2009

How To Keep a Clean Desk

Posted on March 6, 2009 by

I read this post from Ann Althouse and noted how clean her desk is.  No clutter to be seen.  The glass surface adds to the sense of peace and transparency, and apparently she works by candlelight at times.  I admire … Continue reading →

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Divine Conspiracy 4

Posted on March 5, 2009 by

Dallas Willard says we misunderstand the Beatitudes. They’re not categories of insiders and outsiders.  Instead, they’re a way of saying categories don’t matter in determining God’s favor. When Jesus said the poor are blessed and the rich aren’t, he inverted … Continue reading →

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What Tattoo to Get

Posted on March 3, 2009 by

My wife and I joined friends for dinner Saturday at Alpha-Koney, a restaurant across the street from the courthouse.  They serve koney dogs, hamburgers, Greek salads and pretty good chicken tenders. Large photographs of the Greek islands hang on the … Continue reading →

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Divine Conspiracy 2 and 3

Posted on March 2, 2009 by

In chapter two of The Divine Conspiracy, Dallas Willard critiques versions of the gospel he sees operative in churches today. On the religious right, Jesus brings forgiveness of sins and the hope of heaven at some time in the future.  … Continue reading →

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Looking at Antiques

Posted on March 1, 2009 by

The Lenawee County Historical Society occupies this stately building that once housed Adrian’s public library.  When J.C. Penny left downtown for the new mall in the 1970s, the library moved over to take its place, and the historical society came here.  … Continue reading →

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