Opinions
Do not be anxious about anything?
Coping with anxiety in a healthy way
Empathy shows our blind spots
Morals from 1619-2025
Our View: Conflict is a Christian calling
When it comes to real relationships, confrontation is inevitable. This is difficult, but if students at Taylor learn to express themselves and love others while having difficult and honest conversations, they can thrive in community the way God intended.
On-campus growth needs online foundation
Taylor University as an academic institution has a responsibility to address the needs of the students. This can look like making sure residence halls are clean, food at the Hodson Dining Commons is good quality, or most importantly, that classes are facilitating learning in the way that is most beneficial for the student.
A Christian view of AI
Hundreds of people used ChatGPT to turn their favorite pictures into Studio Ghibli inspired art last month, causing X to go crazy. The usual controversy followed: was AI committing plagiarism by generating images in someone else’s style?
Biblical habits pay spiritual dividends
As an adjunct professor, I have appreciated Taylor students in their zeal for the Lord, their wholeheartedness for Christ and His kingdom.
The Main Street Mile Initiative: More than Just Roadwork
The Main Street Mile Initiative relates to many biblical themes of loving our neighbors well, but one particular admonition sticks out.
Biblical habits pay spiritual dividends
I have appreciated Taylor students in their zeal for the Lord, their wholeheartedness for Christ and His kingdom.
A case for servant-leadership
Opportunities to lead are sprinkled throughout our lives, from line leaders to CEOs. Yet, while society often acknowledges the person in charge, it is important not to seize these opportunities carelessly.
Beware of ‘major’ misunderstandings
At 8:49 on a Sunday evening, resentment is not a difficult emotion to conjure.
Food brings fellowship
Be like Jesus: take your bros to Taco Bell.
Alexander Hamilton and emojis
One characteristic defines all texting groups: plans rarely make it out of the group chat.
Remakes shouldn't be lazy
If you’re going to “remake” a film, go places the original didn’t. Do not sacrifice the creative possibilities.
Considering the community
Growth can look like nice buildings and more parking spots, but it also looks like dirt mounds and traffic cones.
The God-wink in my communion cup
I ran out on my first all-campus communion.
Olympian celebrates femininity
Dancing with the Stars (DWTS) welcomed Olympic rugby medalist Ilona Maher this season, breaking the standard mold for women’s body types.
Changing the Narrative
Only 115 words were written about the first Thanksgiving
'Once upon a time' Christmas memories
I reached out to a few faculty and administrators and asked them to share with me one of their favorite Christmas-related experiences, memories or traditions.