Monthly Archives: July 2009

When God Laughs

Posted on July 14, 2009 by Jerry Wilson

Just added a new column on my page at the Examiner entitled “When God laughs.” Check it out and let me know what you think. Thanks!

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An Unfortunately Only Slightly Embellished Conversation From Last Night On Facebook

Posted on July 14, 2009 by Jerry Wilson

“These six things doth the LORD hate: yea, seven are an abomination unto him: A proud look, a lying tongue, and hands that shed innocent blood, an heart that deviseth wicked imaginations, feet that be swift in running to mischief, a false witness … Continue reading →

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Ralph Reed’s Second Act

Posted on July 13, 2009 by Jerry Wilson

Just posted my new column at the Examiner, talking about Ralph Reed (remember him from Christian Coalition in the ’90s?) attempting to make a comeback.

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Sweeping Up On A Sunday Evening

Posted on July 12, 2009 by Jerry Wilson

Little of this, little of that. Or if you prefer, riddle me this riddle me that. First off, some book news about both the current one and that which, our Lord willing, is forthcoming. I’ve finally set it up so … Continue reading →

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What Matters More (Isn’t Our Opinion)

Posted on July 11, 2009 by Jerry Wilson

Derek Webb, who was the leader of Christian praise rock ensemble Caedmon’s Call during its tenure, has a new solo record out titled Stockholm Syndrome. On it is a track named “What Matters More,” video below: The lyrics go thusly: … Continue reading →

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Meanwhile…

Posted on July 10, 2009 by Jerry Wilson

… I’ve been accepted by the Examiner to be their evangelical writer for the Oakland edition. My first article hasn’t been approved yet, but here’s what I’ve submitted: Sean Doty in the mid ’90s Before owner John Nady closed it … Continue reading →

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The Gospel Of Anti-Pop Culture According To Weezer

Posted on July 9, 2009 by Jerry Wilson

Weezer has made a nice career for itself in alt rock land by fusing solid power pop tunes with a public persona of mocking the excesses of rock’n’roll imagery by imitating them.  It’s an exemplification of the statement that there … Continue reading →

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A Not-So Imaginary Conversation Very Early This Morning Between Myself And God

Posted on July 8, 2009 by Jerry Wilson

Lord? Yes? I need to talk to You. Good idea, since I need to talk to you. But you go first. Well, first I need to ask Your forgiveness for my sins… No kidding. Gee, thanks. Hey, just sayin’ is … Continue reading →

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A Jarring Reminder

Posted on July 7, 2009 by Jerry Wilson

After reading this today about Kevin Thomson, bassist from Sweet Comfort Band (loved them) who is now a quadriplegic, the lengthy lighthearted yet still purposeful post I’ve been working on today will have to wait. And I need to start … Continue reading →

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Because We Remember The Burning Coals

Posted on July 6, 2009 by Jerry Wilson

The complaint is often heard in conservative circles about why it seems we don’t push back against the left with the same level of personal vitriol it hurls against us. Is it because we’re weak-willed with no stomach for a … Continue reading →

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