"I can't do this. People are going to chew me up and spit me out and tell me that I'm worthless." These harsh words punctuated an interview in this month's Christianity Today with Christian pop singer Jennifer Knapp, but they had less to do with her singing career and much more to do with her decision to confirm the rumors she is gay. Throughout ... [Read More…]
Travel, near or far, revitalizes soul
I struggle with my faith. I worry when God seems distant or things seem stagnant. But I found three words that harness the power to awaken and refresh my soul: God speaks Ladin. Not to be confused with Latin, Ladin is an endangered language spoken by about 30,000 people in the mountains of northern Italy. If you traveled to a remote scene and ... [Read More…]
Complaining student grasps appreciation
I sometimes forget just how amazing life can be. When I awoke from my slumbers earlier today it was one of those chilly spring mornings, where the wind nips at you but could hardly be considered biting. But I didn't know that - I was tucked warmly away in my bed in a climate-controlled setting. I recognized the chill in the air only when I rolled ... [Read More…]
Lighthearted tips keep Internet fun
It began with a link titled "How to tell if he's your soulmate." From there it was, "8 Dating Mistakes Women Make," and then "25 Things to Keep Him Happy." Since the day I made Yahoo my homepage, I've been bombarded with these "helpful" articles: some of them announcing the top 10 unhealthiest drinks in America, others providing statistics about ... [Read More…]
Redbox satisfies consumer requests
Most people who like movies also like renting movies. However, most people don't like driving across town to find a rental store, walking down crowded aisles in search of the perfect movie and waiting in line for 30 minutes just to find out they forgot their rental card. To remedy this annoyance, somebody created the DVD rental company redbox. ... [Read More…]
Needless anxiety halts enthusiasm
My conviction arrived in a dirty, white envelope last Thursday. I hesitantly opened it and saw four images of my little white car speeding through a red light. I promise it was yellow when I went through, but the images proved otherwise. It happened Easter Sunday, of all days, and I was driving back to Abilene after a relaxing weekend of America's ... [Read More…]
Spiritual Life stifles students’ voices
Soulforce was here? Four years ago, the Office of Spiritual Life organized a forum to prepare students for the arrival of a student group that advocates for the rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer individuals. This year, nothing. Four years ago, Soulforce Equality Riders attended Chapel and mingled with ACU students afterward. ... [Read More…]
Froyo revolution needs local leader
It's hot outside, and I have the taste of dirt in my mouth because of the torrential winds and the extensive amount of construction on campus. I need something to quench my thirst, cleanse my palate, give me a little boost to finish the day strong. I need frozen yogurt. Alas, my newest taste addiction is nowhere to be found in this town. No ... [Read More…]
Familiar stench torments tenants
I really thought it wouldn't happen again. I thought it couldn't happen again - I believe in a God who I believed with all my heart and soul wouldn't let it happen again. My faith has been rattled, my nostrils burned and my personal scent? Pungent. A couple of months ago, a skunk sprayed my home twice in one week. My three roommates and I thought ... [Read More…]
SA legitimacy hinges on independence
Free and fair elections are the watchwords of democracy - so are openness, competition and due process. The actions of the Office of Student Life during last week's Students' Association elections, however, demonstrated a careless disregard for these principles upon which SA operates. An election, by definition, is the selection of a person for ... [Read More…]
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