Monday, March 29th, 2010
People who write frequently for the Internet write in a much more informal style than they would, say, when writing a term paper. I think the thought process behind this more relaxed style goes something like this: “I want people to read what I write, so it has to be interesting. If it’s formal, people will get bored and not read it.” I’m all for that, really I am, but I think we’ve got to consider that writing on the Internet (blogging, even tweeting) is still a form of writing, and to do it well we must be both informed and intentional. (more…)
Monday, March 22nd, 2010
Been wondering about something a bit lately. I’ve noticed that more and more people are using online Bibles in their daily routine.
The success of YouVersion has been overwhelming on both PC’s and phones, as they have approximately 8 zillion daily users. Craig Groeschel, pastor of LifeChurch.tv, the organization that developed YouVersion, has lately even been saying before his sermons, “Turn in your Bibles or open up YouVersion on your cell phones to xxx passage.” (more…)
Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010
Nervous is good.
First, what I’m not saying. I’m not saying that being overly anxious and worried and stressed out and jittery and scared is good. No; rather, Nervous is good. (more…)