Episodes
Thursday Sep 07, 2023
Death at the Border
Thursday Sep 07, 2023
Thursday Sep 07, 2023
I am back with a new episode of A Pastor and His Newspaper. We are discussing the huge death toll at the border as migrates are dying of heat exhaustion or drowning in the Rio Grande River. How should Christians advocate for life among illegal migrants?
Thursday Jul 20, 2023
Why America is Exceptional?
Thursday Jul 20, 2023
Thursday Jul 20, 2023
I am back with a new episode on the exceptionalism of America. A new article in World Magazine looks at 4 Pillars of American Exceptionalism. I also have a new podcast launching in August on college football with my friend, Derek McFarland. Look forward to new takes by me.
Thursday Jun 29, 2023
My Trip to Guatemala
Thursday Jun 29, 2023
Thursday Jun 29, 2023
I am back with an update from my trip to Guatemala. We look at the results of Guatemala's recent election, and the increased investment by the Chinese in Latin America. All of this and more on a new episode of "A Pastor and His Newspaper."
Thursday Jun 01, 2023
Tim Keller and Forgiveness
Thursday Jun 01, 2023
Thursday Jun 01, 2023
In memory of Tim Keller, I am looking at his last book, Forgive. This book was a great read on the topic of forgiveness. You can buy this book at Central's Bookstore.
Tuesday May 16, 2023
The Coronation of King Charles III: Is this the end of the British Commonwealth?
Tuesday May 16, 2023
Tuesday May 16, 2023
I am back and better than ever. I am talking about King Charles III's coronation. A man, who is now called the "Defender of the Faith," is a poor example of moral character after an ongoing sexual affair and divorce. He may be the catalyst for the downfall of the commonwealth.
Monday May 08, 2023
Transgenderism and Gender Dysphoria in America
Monday May 08, 2023
Monday May 08, 2023
I am back with a new episode. I am looking at gender dysphoria in America. Too often political positions in America have taken priority over scientific research in the area of gender dysphoria.
Tuesday Apr 18, 2023
The Past Few Weeks in Tennessee
Tuesday Apr 18, 2023
Tuesday Apr 18, 2023
I am looking at the events that have happened in Nashville, TN in the past few weeks. First, the school shooting at Covenant Presbyterian School is a sad story with several layers. Second, the expulsion of two black congressmen in the state is an unfortunate story of unprofessionalism in our society today.
Thursday Mar 30, 2023
Why School Board Races Matter
Thursday Mar 30, 2023
Thursday Mar 30, 2023
I am back from my ski trip in Utah with a new episode of A Pastor and His Newspaper. Today, we are looking at the rift between Washington Elementary School District (WESD) and Arizona Christian University. The district severed ties with the university in February citing ACU's Biblical views on marriage and gender. The university responded in March by suing the district for violating their First Amendment rights.
Thursday Mar 16, 2023
The Significance of Each Moment in Time
Thursday Mar 16, 2023
Thursday Mar 16, 2023
I decided to review an essay by Marilynne Robinson called "A Theology of the Present Moment." I do not discuss one particular news story. However, I discuss in this episode the significant of each person's decisions, which become the news stories that we read and watch.
Thursday Mar 09, 2023
My Take on the Asbury Revival
Thursday Mar 09, 2023
Thursday Mar 09, 2023
I apologize for the long wait for this episode on the Asbury Revival. But here is my view of the Asbury Revival. I also provide some history of revivals in America to provide some context. I hope you enjoy it.