Notable Voices (July 12, 2012)
The Secret To Creativity -- Ben Terry
With as many creative people as we have here at LifeWay, I see a myriad of techniques to foster that creativity. Some like complete quiet, some like writing outside, and others just prefer the ambient noise of the office. Ben reports on a new study showing how certain levels of noise actually help the creativity flow.
How All 50 States Got Their Names -- Mental Floss
Last week we celebrated the 236 birthday of our country. To celebrate, Matt Soniak compiled the origins of all 50 states' names. As one might expect, many are derived from Native American words.
Making Sense of Scripture's 'Inconsistency' -- Tim Keller
One of the main tactics used by skeptics to counter the authority of Scripture is trying to use perceived inconsistencies in the text to refute its authority. I thought Tim Keller does a nice job of explaining how grace and law relate in the Old and New Testaments.
With the recent release of some less-than-wholesome mainstream books and movies geared toward women, Mark explains the potential devastating consequences these will bring. I appreciate Mark's concern and appeal for the sexual purity and holiness for both men and women.
