From the Swillpit Chronicles (All Things Examined)

Dear Swillpit,

Interesting how humans can go through life without giving much serious thought to their faith.

Imaginary Day

He summed up the differences between Brits and Americans in a memorable way: in Britain, 100 miles is a long distance, and in America 100 years is a long time.

A Choice Strategy

The abortion industry has hit on hard times. Over the last two decades, the number of providers and abortions has fallen by 33 percent and 25 percent, respectively.

Why the Gay-Rights Movement Is Playing with Fire

Our local military museum honors the valor, grit, and teamwork of the men and women in uniform all year. Today, however, it appears to be celebrating something very different.

The Beauty of Scars (Dappled Light)

When I first began researching for As We Forgive, I was simultaneously drawn to and repulsed by some photographs of Rwandan survivors whose bodies were marked by jagged machete scars.

America's Food-Court Faith

Twenty-five facts have come to light that are so unexpected, yet important, they were featured in Newsweek with the attention-grabbing title, “What You Need to Know Now.”

Why Do People Matter?

It matters a great deal how we think about other people. We encounter people every day—in our homes and schools, at work, in the grocery store, at the gas station, in crowds, on the highways.

From the Swillpit Chronicles

Dear Swillpit,

Don’t write to me whining about your difficulties weaning the creature off Him.

God's Gradual Work (Dappled Light)

God has begun the gradual metallurgy of fall. Outside my window, down to the left, He’s refining one tree into pure gold.

Environmentalism as Secular Religion (Priorities)

For as long as I can remember, I have had a recurring vision. It comes in different guises during the night watches, but it is the same dream.