World Cup and Noah's ark

News and links for those who (like me) have been away for a little while.

In world news, Germany looks set to defeat Switzerland in the World Cup. Earlier, Germany took 3rd place over USA in the bronze-medal match. Controversially, Cup favourite Switzerland was disqualified prior to the tournament. In the other World Cup, Germany takes on Greece: don't miss it.

Ben over at Faith and Theology has two posts from Kim offering thought-provoking ten-point advice to preachers and congregations.

Aaron on the loss of grief in our culture. Also here.

Oh, and we can all rest easy now that Noah's ark has finally been found in Tennessee.