In Support of Stress
Addresses students to argue that the “stress” of assignments promotes growth.
A Gutenberg Education Is an Opportunity
Gives one alumni’s answer to the question of why a student should value a Gutenberg education.
The Greek Polis and American Individualism
Compares the ancient Greek and modern American views on personal freedom.
Lead Us Not Into Temptation
Explores the meaning of the phrase “do not lead us into temptation” in Matthew 6.
Be "Perfect"
Explains Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 5:48.
My Thanks
Expresses David Crabtree’s thanks as he leaves Gutenberg after twenty-two years as its president.
Where We Are and Whither We Go
Reaffirms the ongoing mission of Gutenberg College.
The Power of Presuppositions
Argues that presuppositions are central to all thought and action.
The Vindication of Losers
Draws attention to a subtler and less obvious ramification of Jesus’ resurrection.
Why Rachel?
Elucidates the meaning of “Rachel weeping” in Jeremiah 31:15.
The Neglected Teaching of Jesus
Explores one of the central themes of Jesus' teaching: the Kingdom of God.
When Normalcy Does Not Prevail
Gives council on how to function when turmoil and disorder prevail.
My Hour Is Not Yet
Describes the first coming of Jesus and the account of Jesus and Mary at Cana to exhort us to be ready for Jesus' second coming.
Lady Temperance
Extols the virtue of temperance in a culture obsessed with bodily appetites.
Which Translation Is Best?
Discusses the value of the Septuagint (Greek translation of the Hebrew Scriptures) in relation to the Masoretic text (Hebrew).
A Memorial Address
Reflects on the human condition confronted with the reality of death.
Infinite Passion
Addresses Gutenberg graduates concerning the defining passion of one's life.
The Two Most Important Things I Have Learned
Explores how the author's thinking and understanding has changed over the course of twenty years as a tutor at Gutenberg College—specifically, how he understands the Bible and Gutenberg’s role, how his perspective on the nature of Christianity and its origins has changed, and what he has learned about the basis for hope.
Communion Metaphor
Unpacks the metaphor of "food and drink" in communion.
The Greatest Sign
Discusses what Jesus considered the greatest sign of his messiahship.