Pour Over is a collection of a few items that I’ve read, heard, or watched this week that I’ve found challenging, insightful, or compelling—to be pored over perhaps with a nice cup of pour-over (or other preferred beverage). Hope you enjoy.

Stand Up for the Real Meaning of Freedom

Many people, even self-proclaimed “conservatives,” misunderstand conservatism.  Roger Scruton explains the meaning of conservatism as clearly and succinctly as any philosopher could in this essay for The Spectator from 2014. (HT: Black Conservative)

“Alternative Facts” and Christians as Gullible Skeptics

If we promote or defend misinformation from “our side,” whichever side that may be, we violate our Christian commitment to truth and thereby diminish our witness to the world. Trevin Wax points to a better way.

The Physical Book Will Surely Endure: But Will It Endure for the Right Reason?

Writer and historian James McWilliams offers a light-hearted essay on the future of physical books. His thoughts on the cost of living with books will resonate with book lovers.

Cultivated Podcast

Cultivated is a podcast about faith and work. Mike Cosper, formerly pastor of worship and arts at Sojourn Community Church, is an intelligent interviewer, helping guests tell the stories of how Jesus Christ has guided and shaped their work. A must-listen.