May 31, 2011
When Games Matter: Was that Supposed to Happen?
“I grab him by the shirt and throw him down, he fell over and slipped off the roof top, falling 10 stories to his death.”
May 31, 2011
On the Other Hand: Jealousy of Youth Is No Surprise
“So we’re jealous. But so what?”
May 30, 2011
The Question of Playing Against – and as – Osama
Are we free to experiment with evil in a videogame, beyond just shooting it dead?
May 30, 2011
Citizenship Confusion: Memorial Day, Kevin DeYoung, and How to be Patriotic
It’s not about loyalty, it’s about respect.
May 27, 2011
Mixed Signals: Another Serving of Eating Issues, Please!
“These messages are sneaky, edging into our thoughts and subtly influencing our decisions.”
May 27, 2011
Elsewhere: E-Readers, Ponycorns, Infinity Blade, Christian Film, etc.
Our favorite pop culture finds from across the internet.
May 26, 2011
Play in Process: Is It Time? – Empathy With the Elderly
“The game is about an old woman, but also it’s about what it’s like to be an elderly person in general.”
May 26, 2011
…by the Bell, Conclusion: Hopes and Fears
As the dust settles, Ben and Kiel share their hopes for one another and look forward.
May 25, 2011
Instant Watching: Randy and the Mob
“Randy and the Mob is a silly and strange and sweet film about personal priorities and reconciliation among family members.”
May 25, 2011
What can we learn from the Rapture that wasn’t?
Talk about a teachable moment…
May 24, 2011
When Games Matter: The Hilarious World of Portal 2
“Ten years ago, I never would have thought you could successfully make a physics-based puzzle game that doubles as a dark comedy. Valve has.”
May 24, 2011
On the Other Hand: Art’s Place in the Workplace
“If you love the way art has molded and shaped you, find ways to bring that value to bear on pragmatic things.”
May 24, 2011
Of Gods and Men and the Surprising Drama of Spiritual Discernment
Finally, a film that does justice to the voice of God.
May 23, 2011
Citizenship Confusion: Why “Answering Muslims” Isn’t So Great at Answering Muslims
“If a Christian apologetic is primarily devoted to defending the American Constitution, it is worth asking: what country or ruler does the apologetic defend, Christ or the United States?”
May 23, 2011
Still Watching: Two Sides of Early Woody Allen
“In Hannah, Allen’s neuroses drive the narrative in a more effective way. They lead him to questions about the existence of God.”
May 23, 2011
Lady Gaga’s “Judas”: A Surprising Statement of Faith
According to guest writer, Stephen Hale, there’s more to the video for Lady Gaga’s “Judas” than meets the eye.