Religion is Hot

From the New York Times, "Peter J. Gomes has been at Harvard University for 37 years, and says he remembers when religious people on campus felt under siege. To be seen as religious often meant being dismissed as not very bright, he said.
No longer. At Harvard these days, said Professor Gomes, the university preacher, “There is probably more active religious life now than there has been in 100 years.”
Across the country, on secular campuses as varied as Colgate University, the University of Wisconsin and the University of California, Berkeley, chaplains, professors and administrators say students are drawn to religion and spirituality with more fervor than at any time they can remember.
More students are enrolling in religion courses, even majoring in religion; more are living in dormitories or houses where matters of faith and spirituality are a part of daily conversation; and discussion groups are being created for students to grapple with questions like what happens after death, dozens of university officials said in interviews."
This is another indication that spirituality, though not necessarily Christian, is at an all time high. What's interesting to ask is, "Why?" Some say it's 9/11 or the Iraqi War. Maybe it's because we have our basic needs met so we have more time to ponder the religious questions of life. No matter the reasons, the good news is we can share the "Good News." People will listen to what you have to say. There needs to be no fear in sharing Jesus. But remember this, your life needs to be good news (not perfect!) to share the "Good News." What happens in your life for Jesus sake speaks volumes. It's not just what we're against, but what we are for. So speak up with confidence, for these are the days my friend.
Jim "Train"