Posts by Michael M.
Treasure Chest: The Church of Fire Emblem, Geek Communities, and Religion in Anime
Here we are again, ladies and gentle geeks, another month has passed and I have got the goods for you once again. This time around, we have lots of great anime articles to wet your appetite. From a Christian anime panel that was done in Hawaii, to a breakdown of lots of religiously-themed anime. Fire Emblem Fates…
Read More5 Excuses Christians Use To Sin
I was not raised a Christian, nor was my family (they still are not to this day). Not knowing the Christian “lingo,” mannerisms, music or sub-culture made me an anomaly when I was in church or around other Christians. Obviously, I knew about sin and what was right or wrong. At times, I noticed Christians…
Read MoreTreasure Chest: Catholic Gamers, Vic Mignogna, Fans for Christ, and God in Hyrule
Welcome to Treasure Chest, where articles from across the internet intersect the geek and the spiritual. Whether you seek a review on the latest Christian video game, hot anime articles, or other geek-related interests, you’ve come to the right place. I do my best to find the best of the best in articles, videos, and…
Read MoreFinal Fantasy IX’s “Melodies Of Life”: A Lyrical Introspective
In honor of poetry week, I wanted to write about a certain song from one of my favorite RPGs. Many Japanese songs are written almost in the form of poetry, in my opinion. Sure, many times they don’t rhyme, but poetry doesn’t always have to rhyme. For me, poetry is when words are when paint…
Read MoreWhy Christians Should Play Video Games (with Discernment)
To some, the term “video game” is synonymous with the latest Call of Duty or Grand Theft Auto. Less frequently do the names of video games not focused on violence or sex come to the average mind. Those that practice the Christian faith may be in search of a game that reflects their values, but they’ll…
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