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The Chimes

The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

This is no Pascal’s Wager

Seventeenth-century French philosopher, mathematician, and physicist Blaise Pascal is the originator of Pascal's Wager. Megan Beatty suggests that instead of the "Pascal's Wager" way of thinking, faith is not a contingency plan. | Courtesy of Creative Commons
Megan Beatty compares many Christian's treatment of their faith to Pascal's Wager.
Megan Beatty, Writer October 22, 2013
Megan Beatty compares many Christian's treatment of their faith to Pascal's Wager.

Sizing up Scripture based on themes is irresponsible

Guest speaker Skye Jethani begins Torrey Conference 2013 by charging students to open their eyes to see a world that is "perfectly safe in a God with us." | Natalie Lockard/THE CHIMES
R.J. Winans comments on the unfortunate habit to fit Scripture around clever themes.
Robert James Winans, Writer October 22, 2013
R.J. Winans comments on the unfortunate habit to fit Scripture around clever themes.

Dear world changer, you are not a superhero

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Stefan Carlson challenges world changers to check their motives.
Stefan Carlson, Writer October 22, 2013
Stefan Carlson challenges world changers to check their motives.

Staff Editorial: movies that are good for your health

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The Chimes Staff recommends movies that cultivate intellectual growth.
October 20, 2013
The Chimes Staff recommends movies that cultivate intellectual growth.

Staff Editorial: from our shelves to yours

Jackie recommends “The Explicit Gospel” by Matt Chandler. | Courtesy of ecx.images-amazon.com
The Chimes staff recommends their favorite books to read in their spare time.
Chimes Staff, Writer October 15, 2013
The Chimes staff recommends their favorite books to read in their spare time.

Lack of an event space undermines Biola’s value

Student pack into the bleachers for the Wednesday afternoon session of Torrey Conference. It wasn't uncommon for students to fan themselves throughout the sessions due to the warm conditions. | Ashleigh Fox/THE CHIMES
Mark Nesbitt argues the need for a new event center at Biola.
Mark Nesbitt, Writer October 15, 2013
Mark Nesbitt argues the need for a new event center at Biola.

Words from a wise guy: what’s “With”?

Adjunct professor for the English Department, Larry Smith. | Katie Juranek/THE CHIMES
Larry Smith challenges the theme of this year's Torrey Conference.
Larry Smith, Writer October 15, 2013
Larry Smith challenges the theme of this year's Torrey Conference.

Choose your words wisely

Seniors Max Allen and Jordan McCormack listen as senior Kyle Kinney talks about intramural sports. Senior Rachel Thompson writes about the importance of being intentional with your speech. | Ashleigh Fox/THE CHIMES [file photo]
Rachel Thompson emphasizes the powerful use of speech.
Rachel Thompson, Writer October 15, 2013
Rachel Thompson emphasizes the powerful use of speech.

Female self-respect takes backseat in culture

Miley Cyrus poses in her "teddy bear outfit" before taking it off on stage during her controversial performance for the MTV Video Music Awards. Dana Drum discusses the repercussions of our sexually saturated culture on our lives. | Courtesy of Creative Commons
Dayna Drum warns against becoming desensitized in our sexually saturated culture.
Dayna Drum, Writer October 13, 2013
Dayna Drum warns against becoming desensitized in our sexually saturated culture.

Fostering encouragement and care

Junior Yesenia Porras writes a note to a friend despite large amounts of homework. Freshman Luke Mountain shares how encouragement goes a long way. | Ashleigh Fox/THE CHIMES
Freshman Luke Mountain shares the importance of being like Barnabas.
Luke Mountain, Writer October 9, 2013
Freshman Luke Mountain shares the importance of being like Barnabas.

The beauty of the face and the reverence of bones

Keegan Cheleden brings to attention what it means to love after death.
Keegan Cheleden, Writer October 8, 2013
Keegan Cheleden brings to attention what it means to love after death.

Staff Editorial: Stop complaining, start appreciating

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The Chimes staff tackles the issue of complaining on campus.
Chimes Staff, Writer October 7, 2013
The Chimes staff tackles the issue of complaining on campus.