Monthly Archives: February 2008

Reality Bites

Posted on February 29, 2008 by rwiksell

Here’s the scoop. I’m too much of a post-modernist to believe that every question has, or needs, a pat answer. Or that only those with sufficient and acceptable education should have a voice. Or that the arts are nothing more … Continue reading →

Posted in culture, guidance, post-modernism | 6 Comments

Untouchable

Posted on February 24, 2008 by rwiksell

This morning Charles, one of The Core’s leaders, shared about the compassionate miracles of Jesus. Here are some quotes from that, as my memory serves me. From a theatrical monologue: “I am a leper… and I had not been touched … Continue reading →

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The Question of Suffering

Posted on February 20, 2008 by rwiksell

Yesterday my boss had to take the day off because he pinched his sciatic nerve. Normally he provides the office music from his iTunes, which can include anything from Johnny Cash to the Beastie Boys. But yesterday was quiet most … Continue reading →

Posted in bible, culture, jesus | 8 Comments

Happy Mandatory Romance Day!

Posted on February 14, 2008 by rwiksell

Just in case you weren’t present at the Front Porch on Sunday, I’m going to share a few slides with you that I used to make fun of Valentine’s Day. If you were there, just scroll down, because this post … Continue reading →

Posted in culture, humor | 6 Comments

A Penny Saved Is a Penny That’s Probably Voting Republican

Posted on February 11, 2008 by rwiksell

How bout some thoughts on economics & politics… Economics This evening we saw a very clever news piece on CBS about the penny. Apparently (and I may have known this already) it costs more money for the U.S. Mint to … Continue reading →

Posted in culture, politics | 8 Comments

West Bank Choppers (and Gougers)

Posted on February 7, 2008 by rwiksell

Things are getting a little crazy… not a good environment for avid blogging. I’m very busy at my new job. Things are great… in fact, a little too great. I get a bonus for each hour I spend doing graphic … Continue reading →

Posted in humor, jesus, spirituality, the core | 20 Comments