Category: Opinion

THEN From the Liberty Champion’s “Serve Christ full-time in any job, vocation” (Vol. 11, No. 13; January 1994):  Francis Schaeffer once claimed that: 50 years ago, if Christian parents had encouraged their children to go out into the workforce and be the best they could be in their chosen field instead of forcing them out onto the mission field, there […]

Thanksgiving, a cherished American holiday, has a rich history rooted in gratitude and communal harmony. However, over the years, it has undergone a transformation, evolving from a humble celebration of blessings into a consumerist frenzy that often overshadows its original meaning. Brittanica goes into detail about the roots of Thanksgiving, which can be traced back to the early 17th century […]

When I walked into the Champion office the first time this semester, I was enveloped by the stench of disappointment from my coworkers.   Why?   Because I, like Aslan in the beloved story, had my mane shaved off.   That’s right. I got a haircut.    The day was just a blur. I probably shed a few tears as the thousands of hair snippets shot off my head, careening […]

I walk a Christian college campus every day. I catch conversations in passing, some praising the Lord, and others cursing him with a judgmental tongue. Some exemplify Christ in honesty, and a few offer cheat sheets and attendance codes, falsifying effort, sleeping peacefully with a dead conscious. Who am I to judge, though? After all, am I not also guilty of sin?  Judgment […]

THEN From the Liberty Champion’s “Advice from a graduating senior” (Vol. 17, No 11; November 1999): I thought I’d leave the student body with some friendly advice, summing up much of what I’ve learned about living away from home on a college campus.  Practical things:  — The more socks and underwear you have, the less laundry you’ll have to do.  […]

In an era when environmental concerns have taken center stage, the term “eco-friendly” has become a buzzword, particularly among rising generations. The millennial and Generation Z populations are often celebrated for their commitment to sustainability with their vocal support for climate action and green initiatives. However, are these sustainable habits consistent in all aspects of this generation’s life? It’s important […]

Editor’s note: This is one student’s opinion of Scaremare detailing her experience at the event and not the position of the Champion staff. If you would like to learn more about the history and purpose of Scaremare, you can read the last issue’s article “Scaremare brings light to darkness” on the Champion’s website. Last week I made the decision to […]

Halloween is a controversial holiday for many reasons, but there are five reasons why celebrating it could be harmful. These will be based on the several dimensions of personal health and how Halloween may be producing negative effects on the participants. First, the spirit of Halloween might be a bit too, well, spiritual. It started with something called the Samhain, […]

The leaves are changing, carved pumpkins glow on front porches in the twilight and trunk-or-treat flyers get posted in the church bulletin.  “Halloween” … This word is often avoided in the church during the October season. Debates between church-goers start to brew, and sermons are titled “Why we don’t celebrate Halloween.” Many of us dress up in light-hearted costumes at […]

Ah, rest. From stuffing M&Ms into marshmallows at 1:00 in the morning to playing piano at my roommate’s cousin’s house, I’d say this fall break was something to remember. I could spend this entire column talking about all the stories from fall break. But I think I’ll just do a WatchMojo-style column: “Top Two Things About Micah’s Fall Break That […]

Punching, kicking, tackling, slapping. What would normally be considered a no-go within the realm of Christianity, many Christians nevertheless indulge in the entertainment that involves all these violent actions. Combat sports revolve around fighting — and oftentimes violently fighting —an opponent to win a match. So are there ethical sports that Christians can participate in and be entertained by, or […]