An interesting article in Christianity Today from Tobin Grant and Sarah Pulliam Bailey, which contains these two graphs. It seems that born-again evangelicals have (on a whole) less opposition to same-sex marriage today then non-Christians had in 1988. But some of it depends on how the question is asked. See the article. [The graphs enlarge if you click on them.] … [Read more...] about Shift in Evangelical Opinion on Same-Sex Marriage
Archives for May 2012
Biola University Releases Statement on Human Sexuality
Biola University has released a statement on human sexuality, which was in preparation over the last 18 months, along with a letter from President Covey (dated May 10, 2012). It is reported that this statement is (in some sense) a response to a group known as The Biola Queer Underground, a group which describes itself as "a group of like-minded LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer) students and allies who have formed a private underground community in which we share our life struggles, as well as our love and support for one another." The group has responded to this … [Read more...] about Biola University Releases Statement on Human Sexuality
Mark Dever and Albert Mohler on Same-Sex Marriage
Clear-headed explanations and helpful counsel on avoiding extremes on this sensitive issue: HT: Z via JT … [Read more...] about Mark Dever and Albert Mohler on Same-Sex Marriage
Preparing Your Teen to Thrive at College
I was deeply honored to record a pair of broadcasts with Focus on the Family last month. These broadcasts are being aired today and tomorrow (each episode is about 30 minutes long). You can also find a short parent-child discussion guide--a conversation-starter for those whose children are beginning to explore the idea of going to college. … [Read more...] about Preparing Your Teen to Thrive at College
Act The Miracle: DG National Conference
The Desiring God 2012 National Conference has been announced. It's theme: Act the Miracle: God's Work and Ours in the Mystery of Sanctification September 28 – 30, 2012 in Minneapolis, MN Speakers include: John Piper, Kevin DeYoung, Ed Welch, Sally Lloyd-Jones, Elyse Fitzpatrick, Russell Moore, Carolyn McCulley, David Mathis, RW Glenn, Fernando Ortega, and Javis Williams. … [Read more...] about Act The Miracle: DG National Conference
Three Mother’s Day Posts
Justin Taylor points to what looks like a very interesting and strategic ministry: I’m intrigued by the work being done by As Our Own. They are “a Christ-based, community-driven movement in India that rescues vulnerable children from certain enslavement and exploitation, caring for them as our own.” These girls are welcomed into their new families within India. They never graduate out of the program. They are loved and parented, given the crucial support system they need, including schooling, career preparation, marriage and family, and beyond. Russell Moore writes about the importance … [Read more...] about Three Mother’s Day Posts