Three good reads!

These will take you about five minutes each. Superb...for different reasons.

• "Neural Buddhists" by David Brooks (NYT): And yes, it says "neural" and not "neutral." For those in my Sunday school class, you're going to think Francis Schaeffer didn't die in 1984 but has been writing for the NY Times. Bottom line: What we believe affects ALL aspects of who we are and what we do. Period.
• "Has the US run amuck constitutionally?" This one will challenge conservatives in what they believe regarding the Constitution. Do we really believe what we believe about our nation? Most news media are clipping the final portion of his article because it is radical. I include it here for your edification.
• "Questioning "An Evangelical Manifesto"" by Frank Pastore. This is a superb example of not accepting something at face value simply because it sounds good. Pastore shows us how to think through an issue and ask the tough questions. If you haven't heard of the "Evangelical Manifesto," you likely will.
  

Consider these calisthenics for your mind and soul.