News and Notes

• Tiger's Fall and the Gospel

  Ying Yee has a good discussion on Why the Tiger’s fall reminds us of the gospel. The world just doesn't understand the need for both justice and grace.

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• Giving Thanks in General

  A quote for the day:  "It must be an odd feeling to be thankful to nobody in particular. Christians in public institutions often see this odd thing happening on Thanksgiving Day. Everyone in the institution seems to be thankful 'in general.' It's very strange. It's a little like being married in general."
  --Cornelius Plantinga, Jr.

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• Somali women beaten

  In today's news: Somali women beaten for not wearing socks. Very sad.

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• Free Audio of Martin Luther's Here I Stand Speech

  Celebrate Reformation Day by listening to a dramatic reading of Luther's Here I Stand speech. You can download the audio for free until Nov. 1 from listenersbible.com.

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• Zero Tolerance Run Amok

  A New York Eagle Scout has been given a 1 month suspension from school for having a 2 inch knife in a survival kit in his car.  Is this effective violence prevention or serious stupidity?

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