The Plague of Evangelical Pessimism

“The world out there is just getting worse and worse.” (Insert forlorn or hopeless tone) “Things just aren’t like they used to be.” (Followed by a well-timed sigh and mournful glance toward someone much younger) “We might have to live in this ugly world…but we can’t be part of it.” (The righteous pause of condemnation […]

My Supernatural Radio – the Importance of Finding Quiet

Iattended a tech conference last fall where we discussed the advantages and challenges the rapidly changing avenues of media and communication present to young people in their social and academic development. I also heard a successful college basketball coach remark recently that he has banned cell phones at team functions; he feels that his kids […]

What Would Jesus’ “Digital Life” (Facebook and Twitter Updates) Look Like?

I wrote a piece several months ago titled “I Am Not My Facebook Status” where I explored the spiritual side of social media and the easy narcissism brought on by our digital profiles (you can read the full piece here: https://mattlitton.com/2011/02/03/some-thoughts-on-the-spiritual-side-of-social-media-i-am-not-my-facebook-status/). Don’t get me wrong. I think everyone should live an extraordinary life; in fact, […]