Eric Metaxas's Blog, page 27
July 10, 2012
Should Lifeway have pulled The Blindside?
Recently, Lifeway Christian stores — under pressure from a Florida pastor — made a decision to pull “The Blindside” dvds from their shelves because of some bad language in the otherwise worthy film. I think that was a big mistake. If you haven’t followed this controversy, please read my Breakpoint commentary (”Blindsided: Heading for Cultural Irrelevance”) by clicking here. To listen to a radio interview I did on this with my BP colleague John Stonestreet, click here. And for John’s thoughtfu...
June 20, 2012
Hey, it’s the Phil Vischer Podcast!
I recently had a TON of fun in Wheaton with my pals Phil (VeggieTales creator) Vischer and Skye Jethani on Phil’s new podcast… please have a listen… I’m excited that Phil is doing these podcasts and even more excited about his new internet tv show, which will be airing soon. I was one of his first guests… Visit www.PhilVischer.com for updates…
“What’s So Amazing About Breakfast?”
Here’s an interview I did recently with SALVO magazine about my experience at the National Prayer Breakfast…
June 14, 2012
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Eric will speak at Acton University in Grand Rapids on the evening of June 14th. Details TBA.
June 12, 2012
New York City
Eric will host a Socrates in the City event in New York with special guest speaker David Berlinski. Details to be announced. Visit www.socratesinthecity.com for the latest updates on this and other SITC events.
June 9, 2012
Phoenix, Arizona
Eric will be the keynote speaker at an event sponsored by the Blackstone Legal Fellowship. Details TBA.
May 31, 2012
New York City
Eric will host a special Socrates in the City evening with guest speaker Joe Loconte, who will speak on the subject of his new book, The Searchers: A Quest for Faith in the Valley of Doubt. At Central Presbyterian Church on 64th St. and Park Avenue. For more information, go to www.socratesinthecity.com.
May 27, 2012
Joe Loconte at Socrates in the City!
This Wednesday the incomparable Joseph Loconte will once again be our special guest at Socrates in the City! His tremendous NEW book (The Searchers: A Quest for Faith in the Valley of Doubt) has just been published. It is simply spectacular and I couldn’t be more excited for him. After a brief talk, I will interview him mano a mano, followed by a Q&A with the audience. Anyone registering for this event will receive a free copy of the book (while supplies last), which Joe will be happy to sig...
May 24, 2012
Washington, D.C.
Eric will emcee the evening portion of the “Rising Threats to American Religious Freedom” conference, hosted by the Ethics and Public Policy Center’s new American Religious Freedom Program. Location: Georgetown Four Seasons hotel.
May 19, 2012
Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Eric will speak at an evening event on May 19th for a conference titled “Israel, the Church, and the Nations” and at an 8:30 AM Sunday service. Sponsored by World Outreach Church in conjunction with International Christian Embassy Jerusalem. Details TBA.