http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com An audio show by The Scriptorium (http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com) on Culture, Christianity, and the West, where Big Ideas undergo the Digital Martyrdom. Fri, 03 Jul 2009 00:30:16 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.1.3 en © scriptoriumadmin@gmail.com () scriptoriumadmin@gmail.com() 1440 An audio show by The Scriptorium (http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com) on Culture, Christianity, and the West, where Big Ideas undergo the Digital Martyrdom. scriptoriumadmin@gmail.com No no http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/wp-content/themes/scriptorium/images/middlebrow_itunes_cover_sm.jpg http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com 144 144 http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2009/06/03/how-now-shall-we-listen-determining-what-makes-music-good/ http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2009/06/03/how-now-shall-we-listen-determining-what-makes-music-good/#comments Wed, 03 Jun 2009 23:27:26 +0000 John Mark Reynolds http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2009/06/03/how-now-shall-we-listen-determining-what-makes-music-good/ http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2009/06/03/how-now-shall-we-listen-determining-what-makes-music-good/feed/ 00:01:01 In a culture inundated with iTunes, media players, and songs-on-demand, have we lost sight of music's intended purpose? What is its real use? ... In a culture inundated with iTunes, media players, and songs-on-demand, have we lost sight of music's intended purpose? What is its real use? What should take precedence in determining our musical choices--the melody or the lyrics? Should Christians feel remorse over some of the songs that they enjoy? Join John Mark Reynolds, Paul Spears, and Matt Jenson of the Torrey Honors Institute as they enter into a discussion about the role of music in Christianity and culture. Get a taste of "The Music of the Spears, Reynolds, and Jenson" as it relates to goodness, truth, and beauty. Click here to listen! Art,,Culture scriptoriumadmin@gmail.com no No http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2009/05/03/flourishing-in-singleness/ http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2009/05/03/flourishing-in-singleness/#comments Sun, 03 May 2009 11:32:05 +0000 Paul Spears http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2009/05/03/flourishing-in-singleness/ http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2009/05/03/flourishing-in-singleness/feed/ 26:08 In an overly-sexualized society in which about 97% of people will be married at some point, how should a Christian (and the church in general) ... In an overly-sexualized society in which about 97% of people will be married at some point, how should a Christian (and the church in general) think about the devout single life, in comparison to the devout married life? What does a whole and meaningful life look like in both contexts? Join John Mark Reynolds, Paul Spears, and Dustin Steeve from the Torrey Honors Institute and the Evangelical Outpost as they begin to discuss the perception of singleness in the church and the broader culture in relationship to the perception of married life. Click here to listen! Culture,,Misc.,,Theology scriptoriumadmin@gmail.com no No http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2009/04/17/the-end-of-the-world-why-christians-are-culturally-defensive/ http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2009/04/17/the-end-of-the-world-why-christians-are-culturally-defensive/#comments Fri, 17 Apr 2009 22:25:22 +0000 John Mark Reynolds http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2009/04/17/the-end-of-the-world-why-christians-are-culturally-defensive/ http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2009/04/17/the-end-of-the-world-why-christians-are-culturally-defensive/feed/ 00:01:01 "If your child wants bread, give them bread and not stone." Why is most of the Christian subculture perceived as 'cheesy,' derivative, and defensive? Why ... "If your child wants bread, give them bread and not stone." Why is most of the Christian subculture perceived as 'cheesy,' derivative, and defensive? Why are few Christians, especially youth, convinced of Christianity's meaningfulness, cultural force, and complexity? Join John Mark Reynolds from the Torrey Honors Institute, Rebecca Fort of Wheatstone Academy, and Keith Buhler, a Torrey alumnus and Wheatstone Mentor as they discuss the challenges facing Christian youth in modern culture and how Wheatstone is uniquely positioned to assist youth in the growth of their faith. You may access the mp3 file here. Culture,,Education,,Misc. scriptoriumadmin@gmail.com no No http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2009/04/12/twits-tweets-and-possibility-junkies-the-online-conversation/ http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2009/04/12/twits-tweets-and-possibility-junkies-the-online-conversation/#comments Mon, 13 Apr 2009 06:34:41 +0000 John Mark Reynolds http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2009/04/12/twits-tweets-and-possibility-junkies-the-online-conversation/ http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2009/04/12/twits-tweets-and-possibility-junkies-the-online-conversation/feed/ 00:01:01 Since human communication is only 15% verbal, what are the benefits and deficiencies of online communication? Is it a conversation? Or merely information distribution? Does ... Since human communication is only 15% verbal, what are the benefits and deficiencies of online communication? Is it a conversation? Or merely information distribution? Does it promote discussion and deep thinking or is it just "aphoristic" and "attention-getting?" Join John Mark Reynolds and Paul Spears of the Torrey Honors Institute as they discuss the nature and virtues of new media as a form of community and communication with alumni Dustin Steeve. In addition to the buttons hidden below, you may play the podcast here. Culture,,Education,,Misc.,,Literature scriptoriumadmin@gmail.com no No http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2009/03/04/rush-limbaugh-conservative-leader/ http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2009/03/04/rush-limbaugh-conservative-leader/#comments Wed, 04 Mar 2009 20:28:17 +0000 John Mark Reynolds http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2009/03/04/rush-limbaugh-conservative-leader/ http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2009/03/04/rush-limbaugh-conservative-leader/feed/ 34:12 Rush Limbaugh has taken center stage as America's conservative thought leader and figurehead. Many conservatives are happy with Rush as their thought leader, but ... Rush Limbaugh has taken center stage as America's conservative thought leader and figurehead. Many conservatives are happy with Rush as their thought leader, but is Rush's current role as the figurehead and thought leader of the conservative movement the one he is best at and the one he ought to play? Is Rush's prominence as a figurehead for conservatism to Obama's advantage? Based on the controversy surrounding his recent post about Rush's CPAC speech, John Mark Reynolds speaks with Professor Paul Spears and blogger Dustin Steeve about the role Rush is currently playing in conservative politics and the implications of that role for the broader conservative movement. Listen to the Podcast HERE. Politics scriptoriumadmin@gmail.com no No http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2009/02/06/why-are-they-leaving/ http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2009/02/06/why-are-they-leaving/#comments Fri, 06 Feb 2009 22:39:31 +0000 John Mark Reynolds http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2009/02/06/why-are-they-leaving/ http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2009/02/06/why-are-they-leaving/feed/ 25:35 Over 50% of Christian students graduate college outside of the faith. Join John Mark Reynolds as he, Rebecca Fort (Executive Director of Wheatstone Academy) and ... Over 50% of Christian students graduate college outside of the faith. Join John Mark Reynolds as he, Rebecca Fort (Executive Director of Wheatstone Academy) and Alishia Fry (Wheatstone Academy alumni and student at Torrey Honors Institute) discuss this phenomenon, its causes, and the ways Wheatstone Academy equips students to live for, and remain in, the Kingdom in a pervasively secular culture. "Wheatstone Academy transforms the lives of Christian students, by engaging their minds and hearts in an unparalleled week-long experience. This summer, young men and women will be challenged by world-class Christian teachers with the vision of a life that sees the truth of Christianity and discerns the ideas that shape our culture." Culture,,Education,,Misc. scriptoriumadmin@gmail.com no No http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2009/01/01/happy-new-years-from-middlebrow/ http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2009/01/01/happy-new-years-from-middlebrow/#comments Thu, 01 Jan 2009 07:01:07 +0000 Fred Sanders http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2009/01/01/happy-new-years-from-middlebrow/ http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2009/01/01/happy-new-years-from-middlebrow/feed/ 00:01:01 Kick off the new year right with the guys at Middlebrow as they make their big predictions for 2009. From the economy to politics to ... Kick off the new year right with the guys at Middlebrow as they make their big predictions for 2009. From the economy to politics to Bono, Narnia and 3-D NFL games, this is a new yearrsquo;s podcast that everyone should resolve to hear. Culture,,Misc. scriptoriumadmin@gmail.com no No http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2008/12/22/merry-christmas-from-middlebrow/ http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2008/12/22/merry-christmas-from-middlebrow/#comments Mon, 22 Dec 2008 07:17:18 +0000 John Mark Reynolds http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2008/12/22/merry-christmas-from-middlebrow/ http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2008/12/22/merry-christmas-from-middlebrow/feed/ 00:01:01 Grab a cup of egg nog, seat yourself comfortably in front of the fire, and join John Mark Reynolds, Paul Spears and their special guest ... Grab a cup of egg nog, seat yourself comfortably in front of the fire, and join John Mark Reynolds, Paul Spears and their special guest Dr. Charlie Chuck Chuckleman, a professor from the School for Seminary Preaching located at an undisclosed location on the East Coast, for a very merry Middlebrow discussion about the origins and proper observance of the "most wonderful time of the year." Culture,,Theology scriptoriumadmin@gmail.com no No http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2008/11/13/with-all-the-stuffing-and-feathers/ http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2008/11/13/with-all-the-stuffing-and-feathers/#comments Thu, 13 Nov 2008 07:24:38 +0000 Fred Sanders http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2008/11/13/with-all-the-stuffing-and-feathers/ http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2008/11/13/with-all-the-stuffing-and-feathers/feed/ 00:01:01 Reflecting on the upcoming holiday, The Middlebrow team discusses the value and purpose of Thanksgiving with a special guest, the Rev. Canon Dale Owen Th.D., ... Reflecting on the upcoming holiday, The Middlebrow team discusses the value and purpose of Thanksgiving with a special guest, the Rev. Canon Dale Owen Th.D., of www.revdaleowen.org, who expresses cynicism about the object of gratitude on Thanksgiving and instead advocates the celebration of Self. Culture,,Misc.,,Theology scriptoriumadmin@gmail.com no No http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2008/11/05/reflections-on-the-revolutions-of-change/ http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2008/11/05/reflections-on-the-revolutions-of-change/#comments Wed, 05 Nov 2008 17:25:18 +0000 John Mark Reynolds http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2008/11/05/reflections-on-the-revolutions-of-change/ http://www.scriptoriumdaily.com/2008/11/05/reflections-on-the-revolutions-of-change/feed/ 00:01:01 In light of the discussions and rhetoric surrounding Election 2008, John Mark Reynolds, Paul Spear, and Fred Sanders discuss Edmund Burke, his political philosophy which ... In light of the discussions and rhetoric surrounding Election 2008, John Mark Reynolds, Paul Spear, and Fred Sanders discuss Edmund Burke, his political philosophy which supported change but not revolution, his ability to capture the imagination of the younger generation, and the implications of these reflections for us. Culture,,Philosophy,,Politics scriptoriumadmin@gmail.com no No