The story of the Pilgrims, and Thanksgiving in general, has been reduced to some sterilized icon of people in funny hats & clothes who said “thank you” to the Indians. Not that there is anything wrong with saying “thanks” to folks around you, but the deeper story of the Pilgrims is often lost in the [...]
To the President and the Congress of the United States of America: An Appeal
As Christians and those who base our beliefs upon the truth claims in the Old and New Testaments, we present this appeal before you today.
We believe that life is sacred and just as the Declaration states that all men are created [...]
I have greatly appreciated the input that many of you have provided on this very serious and difficult topic.
One wrote, somewhat sarcastically, that we should not tip the waitress because she might use the money for an abortion. However, I would respond by saying that if she declared to me her intention to get [...]
Then the Pharisees went and plotted together how they might trap Him in what He said. And they sent their disciples to Him, along with the Herodians, saying, “Teacher…what do You think? Is it lawful to give a poll-tax to Caesar, or not?” But Jesus perceived their malice, and said, “Why are you testing Me, [...]
I’m glad this has stimulated some thinking. Regardless of where you or I end up on this, most everyone seems to agree that it is worth pondering—not to imply that you haven’t already. But to ponder it together, is a good thing, I believe.
As I read through your thoughtful comments, it seemed to me that [...]