HuffPost: Research Shows Acceptance of Evolution Requires a Gut Feeling
by Brandon on January 25, 2012
My newest piece is up at The Huffington Post (“Research Shows Acceptance of Evolution Requires a Gut Feeling“). This is the first post that I’ve written just for the new science section. Have a read!
In a recent study at The Ohio State University, facts alone were not enough for one to accept the theory of evolution…. Researchers studying pre-service biology teachers at two South Korean universities, all with an adequate understanding of the science behind evolution, discovered that facts had to correspond to one’s gut feeling for the theory to be accepted. Read the full article at The Huffington Post.
History Lives series now on Kindle!
by Brandon on January 23, 2012
Have you been waiting for the History Lives series to come out on Kindle?
I have. And now it has!
In celebration, the publisher is offering each volume for $2. We’re told this introductory price will last about a week, so if you’re interested, don’t wait long. Search “History Lives” on Amazon or use the links below to find all five volumes.
Peril and Peace: Chronicles of the Ancient Church (Kindle)
Monks and Mystics: Chronicles of the Medieval Church (Kindle)
Courage and Conviction: Chronicles of the Reformation Church (Kindle)
Hearts and Hands: Chronicles of the Awakening Church (Kindle)
Rescue and Redeem: Chronicles of the Modern Church (Kindle)
Happy Kindling!
HuffPost: New Survey of Protestant Pastors Shows Rejection of Human Evolution
by Brandon on January 18, 2012
My newest piece (“New Survey of Protestant Pastors Shows Rejection of Human Evolution”) is up at The Huffington Post. In this I look at a recent survey by Lifeway on Protestant pastors and evolution, particularly focusing on evangelical reaction against evolution in general, which is the strongest among Protestants. I also try to explain why evangelicals have the reaction they do and what some are doing about it.
“In a new survey of American Protestant pastors byLifeway, 73 percent of ministers disagree with the statement “I believe God used evolution to create people.” Of that large number, 64 percent strongly disagreed. As you might expect, the numbers were close to the same for the question, “I believe Adam and Eve were literal people,” with 74 percent strongly agreeing and only 1 percent not sure.” Read the full article at The Huffington Post.
Library Director search at The University of Findlay
by Brandon on January 17, 2012
To add to my previous post about Winebrenner seeking a New Testament scholar, as it turns out, The University of Findlay is seeking a Library Director. Spread the word. Here’s the position description.
The University of Findlay invites applications for the position of library director, responsible for the management of all elements of the University’s library holdings, including those in its main Shafer Library and affiliated collections. The director is responsible for innovative and collaborative leadership; promoting strategic goals for both the library and the University; and managing library resources and personnel to meet changing needs. Read more about the position at Chronicle.com
New Testament position open at Winebrenner Theological Seminary
by Brandon on January 9, 2012
Winebrenner Theological Seminary, Findlay, Ohio seeks a full-time assistant/associate professor in New Testament. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in New Testament, classroom competencies, and ability to support the school’s evangelical mission, vision, core values and basic beliefs. Details are posted at http://www.winebrenner.edu Submit curriculum vitae to: Human Resource Office; hr@winebrenner.edu …Read more at Winebrenner.edu.
HuffPost: Will 2012 be the year of the atheist?
by Brandon on December 31, 2011
My newest post, “Will 2012 be the year of the atheist?” is now up at The Huffington Post. Right out of the gate it appeared to resonate with a lot of people, even being posted for discussion at Richard Dawkins Foundation for Science and Reason. I’ve never had a post shared and tweeted as much as that one. I’m glad it connected with people and I hope it provides for helpful and civil discussion on the subject of atheism, rather than the usual demonization that I find often.
If religious folks need a selfish reason to accept their atheist neighbors, consider this: it may not be too long before the shoe is on the other foot and the religious minority will be the ones hoping for a place at the social table. What I can say for sure is that inviting atheists to be open and engaging them as valuable neighbors is not only best for all involved, but also, simply, a better practice of The Golden Rule. Don’t suppress the voice of others if you do not want them to suppress yours. Read the full article at The Huffington Post.
