The Fourth Heaven

"The Fourth Heaven" is a reference to the Divine Comedy, by Dante Alighieri. In "Paradiso" (Cantos X-XIV), the Fourth Heaven is the sphere of the Theologians and Fathers of the Church. I would not presume to place myself on the same level as those greats, but I am interested in philosophy and theology; so the reference fits. I started this blog back in 2005 and it has basically served as a repository for my thoughts and musings on a wide variety of topics.

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I am currently a graduate student in philosophy, doing research on theories of moral motivation and moral reasons. I'm also interested in topics in the philosophy of science--especially theories of explanation--and would like to become better acquainted with the writings of Kierkegaard, Husserl, and Heidegger. I am currently a member of the Free Methodist Church, have a broadly Evangelical Christian background, and am learning to better appreciate that tradition and heritage. I have a growing interest in historical and systematic theology (especially the doctrine of the Trinity and soteriology) and church history. I'm always thrilled when I get the chance to teach or preach. I like drawing, painting, and calligraphy. I really enjoy Victorian novels and I think "Middlemarch" is my favorite. I'm working on relearning how to be a really thoughtful and perceptive reader. I enjoy hiking and weight training, the "Marx Brothers", and "Pinky and the Brain".

Thursday, August 18, 2011

Master 249: To Be Free

Two friends of mine have formed an electronic music group, based out of Los Angeles, that goes by the name "Holy Buckets." Although relatively new, they are producing work that is unique within the electronic music scene, being technically well-grounded and drawing upon a variety of music styles. Both have strong musical performance backgrounds (especially in percussion, trumpet, and voice) and training (both studied music at the college level and one has a master's degree in performance) that enrich their songs. They are currently working on putting together an album of their own work, while looking for remix opportunities as well. Logic Pro is their exclusive workstation.

The most recent song that they've produced, I especially like. It is entitled, To Be Free.

To Be Free by Holy Buckets

In his letter to the Galatian church, the Apostle Paul says, "It was for freedom that Christ set us free." Freedom is an integral part of the gospel and the life that God has offered to us in Jesus Christ.

I've been thinking a lot about this lately. (Or, rather, I believe that God has been directing my attention that way.) I won't say more here, but I will recommend listening to this song. Lyrics are available here.

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God is in this place,
And that reality, seen and understood by the grace of God in Christ Jesus through the work of the Holy Spirit, makes all the difference in the world.

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