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American Christians Need to Grow Up

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Art by Jenny Rustdad The killing of 12 Egyptian Christians on Feb 15 by fanatical Islamic militants inspired disgust and fury in the hearts of decent human beings everywhere. The Islamic State and their allies had terrorized thousands before, but we may pause and scratch our heads at their rationale for this particular atrocity. They claimed slaughtering the 12 innocents … [Read more...] about American Christians Need to Grow Up

Purpose, Service and Leadership: Mission Trips Serve Fast Soul Food

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Art by Peau Porotesano In light of students’ recent return from Project Serve, mission trips have been a topic of popular discussion lately. As a Christian university, part of Pepperdine’s mission is to prepare students for a life of purpose, service and leadership. While most of us agree that service is important, many are confused as to what form it should take in our … [Read more...] about Purpose, Service and Leadership: Mission Trips Serve Fast Soul Food

Live A Life of Service

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Photo courtesy of freefoto.com Last semester I applied for Project Serve, the Pepperdine Volunteer Center’s mission-based spring break program. I thought it would be something worth my time and energy, and I also thought it would be a nice escape from school and hard work. It seemed like it could be a fun trip, and I knew that I would learn more about myself and my … [Read more...] about Live A Life of Service

Style Lasts Forever

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Photo Courtesy of Christopher Macsurak//Creative CommonsThe great designer Ralph Lauren said in his most recent magazine, “Style is personal. It has nothing to do with fashion. Fashion is over quickly. Style is forever.” To me, there isn’t a truer statement than this one. I, like Lauren, have strong opinions about the major difference between style and … [Read more...] about Style Lasts Forever