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1. Bible
It’s written by God. It tells the truth. It doesn’t hold back. Everything important that we need to know is in this book.
“Lewis employs logical arguments that are eloquently expressed.” A great book on theology, culture, and society.
“This book examines in detail the fascinating anatomical differences between humans and animals to appreciate how all of these differences are part of God’s design for us as persons.” It’s really fascinating how we are so completely different from animals—especially explained in a scientific way.
A great book about how little things make a big difference. Excellent structure to the book with great stories. A very fast read.
Compares architecture to biology. The number five slot was a tough one to fill. There are so many runner-ups.
Matt, it’s great to know that we share the same values. I am a Romanian Christian web designer and I am glad to see that there are a several designers who believe in Jesus Christ. Do you know Matthew Davies? He’s also a Christian. His portfolio: http://www.attitudedesign.co.uk Blessings, Respiro http://www.RespiroMedia.com
Respiro, thank you so much for your comment. It’s wonderful to know other christian graphic designers. Let’s see, I’m trying to think of other christian creatives that have websites… Erik Maldre : unlikelymoose.com: Designer (My twin brother). Paige Harlow: paigeharlow.com: Designer. Sarah Fulka: sw33t.com: Designer. Bridget Mantasoot: bridgetmantasoot.com: Artist. Jimi Allen: jimiallen.com: Photographer. Then there’s some Christians I know on flickr: baconinthesun, longeye33, mfioritoo, sipper5, unlikelymoose/maldre, and tessakonc. If I forgot anyone, I’m sorry! Please drop your link in the comments here! A church I used to attend for a couple years, Harvest Bible Chapel, has an EXCELLENT website, harvestbiblechapel.com. The paster James MacDonald gives great sermons, you can subscribe to them via podcasts on iTunes: Walk in the Word. Respiro, after seeing your site, it makes me want to redesign mine! 🙂
Tipping Point is a great book. I read it on my vacation to Europe last summer. It’s an old book (not as old as the bible) but still a very good read. My favorite books: 1. Intelligent Investor 2. One Up on Wall Street 3. Good to Great 4. Built to Last 5. Liar’s Poker A little further down the list would be Moneyball.
I got a query … did you come to the NAP, 2007 meet-up in Chicago????
Hello Intern, I was planning on attending the 2007 NAP meetup, but I wasn’t able to come. Did you go to 2007 NAP?
Matt, thank you for the links. It would be great if we, Christian designers, would have an online place where to meet. “Respiro, after seeing your site, it makes me want to redesign mine!” I am open to discuss this subject… 🙂 Blessings, Respiro http://www.RespiroMedia.com
Hi Spudart, I asked about your attending the NAP meet-up, because I saw your link there … I was very much there. being one of the organizers. It would have been great to have you in the meet-up … I remember that when your pictures were shown on slide show at our function … and even there I had inquired about your presence … I This is a fabulous site and you are a fantastic photographer. I’ll definitely visit this site more often …. I just discovered it two days back … Keep up your Great works ….
Hey Spudart, I have to say that I am not a particularly religious person due to my childhood forced attendance of church every Sunday for 18 years. However, I admire your courage to say that you’re Christian even though it’s not particularly fashionable. Do you sometimes feel that mainstream Christianity alienates artists due to conservative values?
Jen, how is it not fashionable to say that one is Christian? It is followed by literally half the world. What takes courage is to state that one is atheist since a lot of religious folks will look down upon that.