Here are some wise words from Donald Miller, author of Blue Like Jazz, about the church's interest in making Jesus cool. We don't need to be God's marketing machine. If somebody passes from this life thinking Jesus was cool,' that's not very helpful. They need to know that Jesus was the Son of God who …
Not a Good Bet . . .
A recent article online addressed the increase in recent years of gambling amongst young adults. Here are some stats worth thinking about:American men aged 14-22 who said they gambled once a month rose 20 percent from 2004-2005. 2.9 million Americans between the ages of 14-22 gamble on cards at least once a week. 50.4 percent …
Consumer Christianity
In a recent sermon entitled "Growing Weary and Losing Heart," Stuart Briscoe said the following compelling statements:I am convinced that contemporary American culture militates against discipleship.The biggest hindrance is materialism in which things are viewed as necessary within American culture . . . but they are not necessary at all for discipleship but in the …
The Spiritual Side of Sleep
For every sleep-deprived follower of Jesus out there, you should read this article on Relevant Magazine's online edition: The Spiritual Side of Sleep.I think this is particularly pertinent for college students, given the fact that most of you are sleep-deprived most of the time!
Self-Injury at College
A recent article from a journal on higher education pointed out the significant problem for college students of inflicting injury upon themselves as a way to deal with emotional pain.I have known a number of people who have struggled with this deeply. It has pained me to see them struggling with such a difficult issue, …
Matthew Erickson 