Before my response to Alex, I would like to say one thing to the leaders of FCA. The absence of morals in “nature” does not indicate an absence of morals in humans (or other species). Atheism is not equivalent to nihilism. To begin, I would like to express my sincere thanks to Alex for furthering discussion with a constructive response to my article. My intention … Continue reading A case for doubt: A response to Alex Legeros

As a lover of argumentation and debate little gets me more excited than a rousing contest between two sides. The problem with loving to argue is that when a debate gets too one-sided it leaves the viewer feeling cheated, that there was so much left unsaid that it crippled the position of the losing side and made the debate stale and unfulfilling. Maybe I love … Continue reading Is faith integral to learning?

You’ve discovered it this morning as you plunked your toothbrush into your – shower caddy or – cup by the sink or – the cardboard box that functions as your toiletry bin along with a meeting grounds for crusty lotion bits and fantastic hair clumps. You’ve discovered that blue section of your favorite Oral-B has faded to white, God’s way of letting you know it … Continue reading Alternative uses for a toothbrush

Political “dialogue,” such as it is, lacks in this country. I’ve asked myself on numerous occasions why this is so. I’ve decided that a key part of the answer to this question is the art of listening.  Most people seem to be incapable of this art.  Oh sure, they sit there and nod their head, but in their mind they are already thinking of what … Continue reading The art of listening and persuasion