What does it mean to “redeem the time”?

Are you ever tempted to think that time efficiency is next to godliness? If that belief is true, then I am one of the winners and my poor wife, Jenny, is one of the losers. I am naturally an efficient person and Jenny is naturally… um… less efficient.…

Dating: Biblical Tips for Young Players

When do I date? Who do I date? Is physical attraction important? Can I date a non-Christian? Can a girl ask a boy out? How long should I date? How far can we go? How do I know if he or she is the one? The Bible doesn’t answer any of these questions directly.…

Pride: Its root and fruit

In his book Mere Christianity, C.S. Lewis claims that pride is the great sin.[1] When I re-read this recently, I thought he was exaggerating. After some more reflection, however, I have come to the conclusion that he is right, that pride is in…

In Praise of Unpleasant Discipline

My maternal grandfather is currently on his deathbed, and by the time you’re reading this it’s almost certain he’ll have passed away. Naturally, this state of affairs has led me to reflect on what I’ve appreciated about the relationship I’ve…

Homesick for Heaven

When I was thirteen, I started boarding at my school. My family moved across the country, a 6-hour flight and then a 5-hour drive away from me. Our school had day students and boarders, but they mostly socialised separately. The other boarders…