Verizon rollover unlimited data plans seem like a pipe dream for current customers who’ve longed for the days of unlimited data to arrive, but the carrier is now preparing to bring rol… Read More
Samsung has been making low-cost, budget-friendly handsets bearing the “Z” moniker that run Tizen OS, the Korean giant’s homegrown OS (some may remember Bada; if you do, it… Read More
One corollary to the political-money obsession is the complaint that Federal Election Commission (FEC) enforcement for alleged wrongdoers is too feeble. Critics say its bipartisan structure… Read More
"Trump vows to scrap rule on religious groups and campaign politics" PBS NewsHour 2/2/2017COMMENT: I have longed believed that our Founding Fathers meant the freedom of religion to be… Read More
Even many non-Christians know of the “Prodigal Son”.
It’s usually looked at as a study of the two sons. I want to view it as a study of the parent – the father… Read More
We cannot rave enough about how much we love the Gomez Family! This wonderful group was in town to celebrate a very special 70th birthday. Domatila was able to commemorate this milestone in… Read More
It’s an age-old question. One of life’s great mysteries. Which came first – the chicken or the egg? It’s stumped people for a long time – apparently &ndas… Read More
Can we know if God still cares? Of course, that question assumes that God did exist in the past. And it assumes that God still exists now. And it assumes that at least at some time in the pa… Read More
This entry is part 7 of 7 in the series God versus religion - why?
This one is for Darrell, who asked a question a couple days ago, based on something I wrote on The Lord’s Prayer… Read More
This entry is part 3 of 3 in the series A land flowing with milk and honey
“But how can we continue to justify that kind of living when we collide with Galatians 5: 1? “Chris… Read More
There are life-savers that we’ve put together to simplify your world. Tips/tricks/hacks that are so easy and simple that you will change your life forever. You’ve longed for thes… Read More
Why is Christmas so scary?
Christmas. It’s the time when we hear so much about how it brings out the best in people. It’s time to give gifts. It’s time t… Read More
Three Hots and a Cot
– Creative Non-Fiction by Elizabeth Christie –
“God, if you want me to be a nun, please don’t tell me about it tonight. Amen.”
Lying on my… Read More
Lots of people know the story of the Prodigal Son. Even many non-Christians. But what of his brother? You know – the non-prodigal son? The “good son&rdquo… Read More
I was just reading an article that made me think about the differences in teachings related to orphans and widows in Christianity and Islam. Both books talk about widows and orphans.&n… Read More
We grew up on fear and became heroes…
– Poetry by David Magill –
Seven and Dying
Fifty feet of nylon line and a milk jug
stretched across the bay.
Twenty hooks, most… Read More
This entry is part 11 of 11 in the series God, government and religion We can lie to ourselves and each other, but not to God. As hard as we try, and no matter how much we may convinc… Read More
Madonnas
-Non-fiction by Christine Beck –
Teacher. Nurse. Secretary. Three acceptable careers for a young woman when my mother was a girl. I became a high-powered corporate lawy… Read More
This entry is part 14 of 14 in the series God, government and religion A Satanic temple statue is one reason why separation of church and state is a good thing. Many Christians are ag… Read More
Slow down, locate the void in between ideas about the past as well as the future, and also uncover the attractiveness of a normal moment.
Like a brand-new year’s resolution, my de… Read More
Swallowed
– Fierce Fiction by George Ayliffe
When we made love, I thought of nothing but the parakeets. They were four floors below in Samantha’s study. I feared they were starv… Read More
Olumo rock is one of my 2019 bucket vacation spot. (squashing some goals for the year already….girl needs to acknowledge little wins). It is a place that i have always longed to visit… Read More
Why did Jesus speak in parables? There are easy answers to the question, but they are just that: easy. Too easy. As in Jesus spoke in parables because the Old Testament sai… Read More
Annie
– Non-Fiction by Ellen Black –
Caleb was a
sweet boy, with black hair and freckles, whose left leg was in a brace, causing
the other kids to taunt him without mercy… Read More
I never dreamed I would find myself traveling to Modena, Italy. For years I longed to visit other parts of Italy. I wasn’t really sure where. I knew I was attracted to the wine country… Read More
Cecilia Haywoodby Jesse Alexander12/21/18(for the little brown girl who sang “I’m selling lollipops” in kindergarten and my Mother who kept my School Record scrapbook all t… Read More
Do Christians really know what “Christian Hope” is? In a word – no.
“Most of we Christians are blind to the truth of who we really are, and so are afraid to ent… Read More
At least Eight States are on course to Not use any Form of Paper Ballots or Machines with Paper Records during the 2020 Elections, a Report published Tuesday by New York University’s B… Read More
I was diagnosed with cancer a few days ago. It reminded me that Christians often say, “God’s in control”. But some problems go along with saying that. Lik… Read More
Obsession with celebrities is strong. I’m not sure if this is really new or not. 247temp.com says it’s new in the last ten years. I suspect what’s re… Read More
Understanding and Incorporating French Provincial Decor
Sophistication and simplicity come together in French Provincial decor, sometimes in ways that are unexpected. This style arose from a… Read More
Who loves you? The government or God? Does that seem like a dumb question? Honestly, it did to me. As soon as I typed it and saw it on the screen. It’s like, why do I… Read More
There’s a lot of build-up to one’s 21st birthday, and a lot of pressure to celebrate in a way that is, in one way or another, memorable. Whether that means just having a couple o… Read More
Which god will win the election in the U.S.? The god of power? Maybe the god of greed? How about the god of white power? Or the god of me first? What about the… Read More
In this section of The letter to the loveless church in Ephesus, we’ll look at the “But …” section. Usually, this is not news for the receiving church. Often, it&r… Read More
How can I leave you again? Some of you will recognize that question as the title of a John Denver song. Others will be reminded of someone. But who?
I’ve liked the song, How c… Read More
In this section of The letter to the church in Ephesus, we’ll look at the conclusion for the church in Ephesus. It includes what I’ve called the “Hear” section, whi… Read More
I was going for a walk the other day and had this thought – Christians can learn from political parties. It’s amazing what we think about while walking our furry friends. Like… Read More
I was going for a walk the other day and had this thought – Christians can learn from political parties. It’s amazing what we think about while walking our furry friends. Like… Read More
Biden appoints Nigerian-born Ebong as acting director USTDA
United States President Joe Biden has appointed Nigerian-born Enoh Titilayo Ebong as the acting director of the US Trade and Dev… Read More
The headline in Christianity Today is shocking: Gallup: Fewer Than Half of Americans Belong to a Church. How can that be when somewhere between 70-80% of the population claims to have some… Read More
When you stay in a treehouse; a magical scene unfolds before you. You can witness a breathtaking sunrise, the dance of fireflies staged in front of you at night, spot wildlife in its natural… Read More
Jesus told parables. Lots of them. But what exactly is a parable? What’s the point of them? Are parables to tell us something? Or are they to hide something from us? Either way… Read More
The Chaos at the Border between Poland and Belarus is just the latest Incident, to get Top Brass in Brussels pondering what the European Union (EU) should do, Long-Term about its Internal Se… Read More
Guest Blog: How egg donation can really change a life, by Defining Mum
Just a few years ago I never even realised that donating eggs was a thing, I suppose you don’t reall… Read More
Home of the first shot of the April Uprising against the Ottoman Empire, Koprivshtitsa is a town soaked in history. Located at 111 kilometers east of Sofia, huddled between the mountains of… Read More
Sailing ships cutting through the waters of the Mediterranean Sea mourned the destruction of the Lighthouse of Alexandria. A series of events caused serious damage to the Lighthouse and even… Read More
Pearl Modiadie appreciates her baby daddy for being amazing
Pearl Modiadie reveals how amazing her baby daddy Nathaniel is, and she expressed gratitude to him.
The two are good with co-par… Read More
The hottest ticket in town this week was Michelle Obama!
She graced the Altria Theater stage as a guest of The Richmond Forum, and I was grateful to be in the building.
Mrs. Obama set… Read More
Dino Melaye: Nigeria’s economy ruined under Buhari
Dino Melaye, a former Senator representing Kogi West has stated that Nigeria’s economy had been ruined under the administrati… Read More
A myth or an ancient tale can feed the imaginations and souls of humans. The vast majority of these tales are just stories people have handed down through decades.
But a few of thes… Read More
Who are the top coaches in La Liga for the 2022-23 season?Will the likes of Atletico Madrid and Sevilla be able to mount a serious tilt for the LaLiga title or will it be a two-way tussle be… Read More
Do Christian Nationalists know what Jesus taught? They probably do. At least they can probably pull out some words here and there to support their beliefs. Maybe the real question is, do… Read More