A couple of weeks ago, Hugh Hefner, the man who built the Playboy empire, passed away at age 91. There was much debate about what kind of legacy he left our world. Many religious and feminist thinkers alike talked about the negative ramifications of the doors he opened for our culture. Other public figures, former playmates, and his own son shared how they believed he brought a new sexual freedom to our country. They commented about his role in helping bring about a new attit

Recently, I have begun reading more theological non-fiction than I ever have before - works by C. S. Lewis, N. T. Wright, and others. So far, I have been encouraged by their works, but it has taken me literally years to work up the courage to engage in this type of philosophical musing. In the spirit of Halloween and all things scary, I have to ask myself: Why am I so afraid? First of all, I should be afraid! These authors are poking a stick at the biggest and most important