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50 Shades of Grey, A Single Stain of Red

50 Shades of Grey, A Single Stain of Red

by | Jun 20, 2012 | Art

In addition to climbing to the top of the bestseller lists, E.L. James’ 50 Shades of Grey (the first in a trilogy) is attracting attention from those alarmed not only by the book’s sexual content, but by the fact that the book’s audience is predominantly composed of...
Jesus as True and Better Religion – Purity and Sacrifice

Jesus as True and Better Religion – Purity and Sacrifice

by | Mar 24, 2012 | Faith

Shame began in a garden.  The garden, as a matter of fact – when Adam and Eve were created, they were said to be “naked and unashamed” (Genesis 2:25).  Their world knew no shame. And what was their world like?  We’ve all heard the story: God creates the earth in six...
“God is in the House:” Religion and Morality Control

“God is in the House:” Religion and Morality Control

by | Mar 22, 2012 | Faith

For more than 20 years, Nick Cave has been cranking out some fairly bleak punk-influenced music with his band “The Bad Seeds.”  The song you’re seeing performed live is on a more stripped-down, piano-based album called “No More Shall We Part.” The lyrics are pretty...