“50 Shades of Grey” was released on Valentine’s Day weekend and the mountains of articles that quickly followed almost broke the Internet. Jordin Lineback addresses the negative attacking of this movie and how it’s possible that that could be more harmful than the movie itself.
Lifestyle & Culture
Persistence: Faith in the face of poverty
A student describes the inspiration she has found through people who have persisted through poverty and stayed true to their faith.
Worrying about summer
At a time of busyness and uncertainty, a student reflects on a high school acquaintance’s recent death.
Breakaway Reflection: Dealing with uncertainty
Angie Knight discusses what she learned during her time at the Breakaway Retreat.
What being an elf taught me about Jesus
During the Christmas season, Rebekah Peters fills in as one of Santa’s elves at Alpenrose Dairy. While hanging out with kids and wearing curly-toed shoes was expected, what wasn’t expected was the amount of spiritual growth she experienced while taking pictures in Santa’s workshop.
I don’t know about you
Rebekah Peters discusses the role of social media in our lives.
4 Things I learned from the 2015 Super Bowl Ads
A student shares some lessons gained from the 2015 Super Bowl commercials.
It Just Isn’t Done
Nathan Messmer discusses having a preferred worship style different from what was expressed at his home church.
Of Manna and Rainbows
A student reflects on how the symbols of rain and manna are present in contemporary college students’ lives.
No More Tithing
Katrina Aman discusses why giving should be encouraged instead of tithing.