It may not be the end of civilization (yet), but it seems we may have turned the corner on the end of civility… and so the latter cannot be a good sign for the former.

Behavioral scientists sometimes speak of different levels of human development and consciousness. For instance, ‘warrior’ consciousness expresses itself in terms of “the world is a jungle; eat or be eaten; express yourself and to hell with everybody else.” You have to admit those are not particularly admirable traits nor do they lead to admirable ways of interacting with others and the world at large. And yet, even though this level of consciousness is one of the lowest levels of all human interaction, suddenly it feels ubiquitous. Continue reading…

I once had a friend who told me that if I ever wanted to ‘understand’ the different cultures and peoples I felt called to embrace, then I must first learn to ‘stand under’ them. It was great advice. Especially for those of us who live in the West and in the U.S. in particular.

Once on a trip to Israel I was invited into the home of Fr. Elias Chacour, a three-time Nobel Peace Prize nominee. He was quick to point out that many of the Christians who come to his land do so with a mindset that says, “let me tell you how it is done; let me show you the way to Jesus and the appropriate expression of the way your life is to reflect his presence.” Continue reading…

The event will be held at the Indian Hills Church and will have as participants Tim King and Kevin Beck of Post-Christian Connection, Mike Morrell of zoecarnate, leading futurist Frank Spencer, Trevor Harden of RockOm and many more.

Nashville’s own Christian rockers, The Redding Brothers will be performing all 4 days!

More details and an updated list of participants coming soon, stay tuned!