Bits & Tidbits, 11/5/2008

• Fascinating stuff: looking at NFL football from all the angles, through new online-only services.
• Good words on what Christianity should look like. (HT: Christopher)
• Things like this make me think we get closer to the Prime Directive every day. I love the idea; but can businesses survive on the advancement of brand alone? Something tells me this would only glut the already bloating market for consultants.
• Interesting article: “Why not a 40-MPG SUV?” This offers a lot of apologetic for my piece on vehicle taxes.
• Great words from my friend Paul on Preparing for the Word-- Paul, you’ve made me want this book!
• Thanks to Ligon Duncan for this excellent advice on praying for our President-Elect.

Poll: How far to drive to worship?

I asked this question of my book giveaway for Matthew Paul Turner’s Churched, but if you didn’t want a chance at the book (or you preferred more anonymity than I offered), here’s a poll that will shield your identity while allowing you the opportunity to answer:

By the way, there’s still time to get your name in for the book drawing!

Book giveaway: Churched by Matthew Paul Turner

I reviewed Churched by Matthew Paul Turner the other day. Waterbrook generously gave me two extra copies to give away, and here’s your chance to get one. I’ll have a drawing for the two copies, chosen randomly from any names who answer the following question:

How far is it reasonable to drive to worship?

• 10-15 minutes (10 miles) or less. I think we should worship as close to home as we can.
• 15-30 minutes (15-25 miles) or less. It's okay if I don't live that close to where I worship.
• 30-60 minutes (25-45 miles) or less. I don't mind going across town to worship at my church.
• More than 60 minutes/45 miles -- no limit. If I have to drive a long way to worship, then so be it.
• Other...

Please choose one of the above answers. If you choose “Other...” then explain, please. Thanks!