BlogShot I

Shot: (n.) [shot]
1. a projectile for discharge from a firearm or cannon.
2. a hypodermic injection, as of a serum, vaccine, narcotic, or anesthetic.
3. an aimed stroke, throw, or the like, as in certain games, esp. in an attempt to score.
4. a small quantity, esp. an ounce, of undiluted liquor.

All of the above meanings of the word "shot" refer to things that are 1) very limited size or quantity, 2) highly concentrated, 3) highly potent, and 4) purposed with a very specific aim. Due to the combination of these characteristics, shots tend to have very profound consequences upon the subject against which they are applied.

With that in mind, I want to introduce a new ThinkRightly segment called "BlogShots." Regular visitors to ThinkRightly know that the general purpose of this blog is to deal comprehensively, fairly, and meaningfully with a broad range of political, cultural, theological, philosophical and societal issues that have real consequences (whether obvious or subtle) on the way we think and act. Thus, ThinkRightly posts are often rather lengthy in order to ensure a well-reasoned and thorough approach to the issue at hand.

BlogShots will still aim to present pointed reflections regarding how our beliefs affect our lives. However, it will do so with a brief "shot" - a quotation and at most 1 or 2 sentences of context or explanation. Quotes will be selected because I think they present a profound perspective on a widely-held belief or characteristic of our society with broad, yet subtle, impacts on our culture and faith. Thus, these quotes aren't meant to be read and forgotten. Rather, they are meant to 1) elicit sincere, self-reflective thought, 2) induce corrective or affirmative action upon our own beliefs and 3) encourage us to live with boldness in respect to our then bolstered beliefs.

BlogShot #1:

"What do you think heaven will be like? Stop, paint a picture in your head and really think about it. Was God there and role did he have? What if He was absent? Could you still be happy in heaven if God was not there?"

- C. Bug.; Providence Baptist Church, Sunday, March 22, 2009