Exhortation to the Class of 2020
Points to the Teacher who offers truth and true freedom.
Is College Worth It?
Questions the "university as gatekeeper" model.
Scientific Observation and Biblical Interpretation Are Not as Different as We Thought
Makes a case for the similarity of "doing science" and "doing biblical interpretation."
The Specter of Artificial Intelligence
Raises questions about the impact of AI technology.
The Problem of Love
Addresses the question "Are people capable of loving selflessly?"
Trust, Belief, and Knowledge
Examines three methods of knowing: empiricism; rationalism, and one understood by Augustine.
Parable of the Householder’s Treasure
Discusses the last of Jesus' "Kingdom Parables" in Matthew 13.
2019 Graduation Address
Describes the journey of a Gutenberg student.
Education for Society
Asks, "What do we need from our educational system?
Becoming a Subject
Addresses the Gutenberg graduating class of 2019 about the importance of action.
The Business of Education
Argues that many colleges and universities operate more like businesses than educational institutions.
Was Solomon Truly Wise?
Discusses Solomon’s wisdom in relation to his life and choices.
Coming to Grips with Weird Physics
Examines some scientific theories in the light of common sense.
The Value of Latent Christian Literature
Discusses the value of literature written by Christians as opposed to "Christian" literature.
How to Read a Book (of the Bible)
Asks whether the skills of reading the Great Books apply to reading the Bible.
A Meaningful Life
Explains how Christian faith makes a meaningful life possible.
“The Word of God” in Our Time
Defends the Bible as the “Word of God.”
In a Mirror Dimly
Discusses the role of the Romantics in intellectual history.
Son of David, Son of Abraham
Explains the importance of Matthew’s beginning his Gospel with a genealogy.
The Lie of Authenticity
Argues that our culture over emphasizes individual freedom and self-expression.