I’ve been thinking about superheroes. Superman might be able to stop crime in Metropolis and Spiderman might take good care of Queens, but they can’t be everywhere all at once. So, they must prioritize. A petty criminal is not a “job for Superman,” but Lex Luthor’s plans for world domination require his full attention. Even … Continue reading Good Guys
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Jenga
Most people are familiar with a game called Jenga. Players remove rectangular blocks one-by one from a tower and place them on top without collapsing the tower. The person who removes the last block successfully and places it on top is the winner. The game is over when the tower collapses under its own weight. … Continue reading Jenga
Independence
Tullius: You don’t really believe that do you? Marcus: Yes. I do. The kingdom of God is among us. Tullius: So, you mean in the here and now, not in the next life or that it’s on the way? Marcus: In a sense, it’s on the way, because the choices we make today can nudge … Continue reading Independence
What’s the Point?
“We all are going to die,” at least according to a prominent senator. This observation leads to two conclusions, both of which are unsatisfying. One is that religion (Christianity, according to the senator) will provide “salvation” in the next life, so we don’t need to fix things in this life. The other is that no … Continue reading What’s the Point?
