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Why do we allow ourselves to be duped?
Why have we allowed ourselves
to be duped?
Why is it that so many of us have bought into this technological revolution? We have to recognize the big “bluff” of the encompassing technological milieu—that we are misled by its bold (and often false) promises, which disguise the negative aspects of whatever is being endorsed. Do we see how the advertising world bluffs us into thinking that more technology or more implementation of the wired world’s possibilities is the only solution to world problems in economics and politics; to such church problems as the decline in worship attendance, the reduction of membership numbers, or the lack of interest in “church”; and to personal or family problems?
— Marva Dawn, Unfettered Hope
Has Our Lust for Gadgets Gone Too Far?
If you know me, you know I love technology. And I also love the study of how technology affects people of faith. I’ve written about a few times here on this blog. I love gadgets and I love reading about the companies that make them. Recent events in China have me wondering if our (especially mine) has gone too far.
The Virtual Preacher – Part 2
Check out part 1 of this series first.
And this brings me to the point of this article. The virtual preacher has become the defacto standard for church growth problems. Whenever a church gets too big, the assumption is that the church should go multi-site (as opposed to just planting a new church) with the pastors sermon piped in through a live video feed.
The Virtual Preacher – Part 1
The “virtual presence” of the preacher is increasingly becoming more common than the incarnated presence. Marshal McLuhan said that every technological innovation introduces benefits but also takes away something.
The Rewards of Gospel-Shaped Giving
Mr. Thomas Gouge in a book he wrote in the 1850’s called such an idea - the surest and safest way of thriving. Before I list the rewards mentioned in Isaiah 58 a warning to keep us focused with gospel eyes.
3 Things That Will Increase The Likelihood of Marital Hardship
As we look around, it is impossible to deny the problem of marriages today in our society.