Archive - William H. Perkins, Jr.
Legitimizing the illegitimate
The recent self-inflicted misfortunes of former New York Governor Eliot Spitzer, U.S. Senator David Vitter of Louisiana, and alleged D.C. madam Deborah Jeane Palfrey, among others, has once again brought the “world’s oldest profession” into the harsh spotlight of public scrutiny. more »
By William H. Perkins, Jr. - Jun 12, 2008
Topic: Family, Addictions, Sexual Purity, Abstinence, Modesty, Pornography
Baehr: ‘Entertainment can be redeemed’
Christians were respected members of the Hollywood set during the golden age of American movies—and can be again, according to Ted Baehr Jr., publisher of the conservative Christian magazine Movieguide and author of more than a dozen books on Christians and the entertainment media. more »
By William H. Perkins, Jr. - Jun 10, 2008
Topic: Faith, Ministry, Family, Pop Culture
As goes California…
The California Supreme Court, in a split decision handed down on May 15, legalized homosexual marriage in the most populous state in the nation and made California the second state (behind Massachusetts) to strike down by judicial fiat the traditional definition of marriage. more »
By William H. Perkins, Jr. - Jun 9, 2008 - (4)
Topic: Family, Marriage, Sexual Purity, Homosexuality, Citizenship, Legislation
The racists in our midst
Actor: I want to specify that abortion to help a minority group, would that be possible?
Planned Parenthood: Absolutely.
Actor: Like the black community for example? more »
By William H. Perkins, Jr. - May 19, 2008 - (1)
The miracle of Jena
In this season of ugly racial accusations, the viciousness of which in many cases has not been experienced in decades, it’s inspiring to hear about people of different colors and backgrounds coming together for the common good—and to know that Jesus Christ is the reason. more »
By William H. Perkins, Jr. - Apr 15, 2008 - (3)
Topic: Citizenship, Racial Reconciliation
A new era of parenthood
I wonder if I’ve been changed in the night? Let me think. Was I the same when I got up this morning? I almost think I can remember feeling a little different. more »
By William H. Perkins, Jr. - Apr 14, 2008 - (1)
Topic: Family, Children, Parenting
All that glitters…
Gambling in all its many now-legal forms has for years been promoted to the American people as a way to get rich quick and short-circuit all the quaint old notions about ambition and working hard to get ahead. more »
By William H. Perkins, Jr. - Mar 19, 2008
Topic: Family, Addictions, Gambling, Citizenship, Legislation
The children of St. Michael
The latest issue of Newsweek magazine contains a haunting article we should all read, the subject of which should serve as both a caution and as an object of prayer. more »
By William H. Perkins, Jr. - Feb 18, 2008
Topic: Family, Abuse, Child Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Children
‘Back at the ATM’
Over time, Mississippians have become too cavalier about the impact of gambling on our state—and based on our behavior, that apparently includes many Mississippi Baptists. more »
By William H. Perkins, Jr. - Feb 12, 2008
Topic: Family, Addictions, Gambling
Big Alcohol takes aim at young people
Media watchers have complained for years about the alcohol industry’s blatant campaign to market their products to children. Many of these media watchers have no particular religious affiliation; they just want what’s best for the nation’s children. more »
By William H. Perkins, Jr. - Oct 15, 2007 - (1)
Topic: Family, Addictions, Substance Abuse, Children, Pop Culture