Pain is a subject we all understand because we’ve all encountered it… right? We all think we know what pain is, but the truth is we really can’t know. Pain… Read More
Once the last bobby pin was secured and ear adorned, Kelly took a moment to collect her excited thoughts. With her mom and maid of honor's support, this stunning bride prepared to embark on… Read More
list of “gods” from Google image search
I read this more and more – parents are upset over some policy, this time federal, restricting religious symbols / words / books in… Read More
This entry is part 13 of 13 in the series The problem of ...
Fear the Lord. Revere the Lord.
What’s the difference and which is it?
Would you believe neither a… Read More
DepictionPart 29Depicting The Global VillagebyJacqueline LichtenbergThe index to previous posts in the Depiction series are here:http://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2015/04/index-to-depic… Read More
Marketing Fiction in a Changing WorldPart 25Understanding the Shifting Fiction Market byJacqueline LichtenbergPrevious entries in Marketing Fiction in a Changing World are indexed here:… Read More
This entry is part 15 of 15 in the series The problem of ...
‘I desire mercy, not sacrifice.’ For I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners.
You may have heard or r… Read More
Reviews 32C. J. Cherryh and Gini Koch In The Same BreathbyJacqueline LichtenbergThis blog series posting on Tuesdays is about Science Fiction Romance, how to write it, where to find it. and… 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
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
Reviews 35 Best Seller Vs. Best ReadbyJacqueline LichtenbergI have not made an index of the Reviews series yet, but you should be able to find the previous ones with a search on this bl… Read More
Have you ever heard of a “Grown-again Christian”? Me neither. But that term came to me this morning. It should be one. I mean – too many Christians… Read More
This entry is part 1 of 1 in the series The religion of sports The religion of sports. Really? Sports are a religion? Even if that’s true, so what? It’s… Read More
Origins of the Kabbalah
Origins of the Kabbalah – The Kabbalah originate from around 12th century A.D. God gave this sacred script to the angels. Then it was offered to males with 3… Read More
This entry is part 4 of 4 in the series Grown-again Christian
Are we supposed to believe in God – believe God – or follow God? Are those three sets of words all differen… 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
Participants in the 2018 San Diego Women’s March carried signs as they walked on Pacific Highway.(Hayne Palmour IV U-T file) "Women’s March looks to move past controversies"… Read More
"Amid rising attacks on places of worship, how religious leaders are responding" PBS NewsHour 4/30/2019ExcerptSUMMARY: The deadly California synagogue shooting is the latest in a serie… Read More
Theme-Worldbuilding IntegrationPart 21The Couple's First Fight Previous entries indexed:https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2014/04/index-to-theme-worldbuilding.htmlJust because you… Read More
Blessed are those who hunger and thirst … Sounds like someone who wants to dig into the brunch picture below. Especially when we realize that the sentence ends with &ldquo… Read More
Human relationships flourish on caring, sharing and also mutual gratitude. We count on our enjoyed ones, our friends as well as those closest to us, for ethical assistance and encourage… Read More
Does the Bible support racism and religious discrimination? Judging by the support of Trump from so many Christians, especially Evangelicals, you might think the answer is yes. H… Read More
On the hard road of life, there are some that are persecuted, some who are rejected, some robbed, some ripped off as well as so are miserable. In the middle of so much suffering, could… Read More
Unorthodox costume designer Justine Seymour spoke to The Natural Aristocrat about the art of dressing modesty and expressing mood through shades of color with Shira Haas’ Esther Shapir… Read More
When rabbi Birnham lay dying, his spouse ruptured into tears. He said, ‘just what are you crying for? My entire life was just that I could find out just how to pass away.’
Lif… 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
In Part 2 of The letter to the persecuted church in Smyrna, we’ll look at the Divine Knowledge. The things Jesus knows about the church. Usually, this is good news for the receiving c… Read More
Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves. That’s from Proverbs. However, it still applies to Christians today. We may not want to acknowledge it, but, Jesus did say, Mt 5:… 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
We know nothing about killing of children in Anambra — IPOB
The Indigenous Peoples of Biafra, IPOB, has distanced its members from the purported killing of six children in Anambra St… 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
Is God loving or angry? There’s no simple answer to the question. The complex answer is yes. Yes, God is love, and therefore God is loving. Incredibly loving. Loving in ways that… Read More
A San Diego judge ruled, last week, that the Survivors and Families of Victims, of a 2019 Shooting at a California Synagogue can Sue, Smith & Wesson, the Manufacturer of the Weapon used… Read More
Legislative Updates
Massachusetts: A ballot measure that if approved would have required voters to show a photo ID in order to vote is not moving forward after organizers failed to gather e… Read More
Once known as the Place Royale, Place des Vosges stands on the dividing lines of the 3rd and 4th arrondissements in Paris. The square is the oldest planned square in Paris and of the Marais… Read More
You’re Obama of Africa – Supporters tell Osinbajo
Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has been described as an inspiration, role model and the Obama of Africa by his supporters.
The s… Read More
Photo by micheile .com on UnsplashPlanning a wedding is not a trouble-free task and can sometimes bring out the worst in people. During the planning stage, the bride and groom must try to ta… Read More
Bible and Art app a)Anton- Christ carrying the cross Mark 15:20-25He died, so that we would live. The cross, an emblem of suffering and shame in the Roman … Read More
We move on to the seventh and final letter in Revelation. The end of the road, as far as the delivery of the Revelation given to John along the path of these seven churches. This… Read More
Is everyone saved by Jesus’ death? That’s an idea that some people believe. Or at least want to believe. David appears to say everyone will be saved in Psalm 22. But did he r… Read More
The problem of healing … or not Healing. And being loved. By God. Healed or not. Thirteen years ago, I wrote something titled, “Healing (or not)”. Back then, it was s… Read More
The problem of the miracle hidden by miraculous healing. Say what? Being healed by God, through prayer, is a miracle. What else could there possibly be? What could be more important than… Read More
Do short-sighted Christians make you want to avoid church? Not short-sighted as in eye problems. Short-sighted as an not thinking out of the box. Far enough into the future. Beyond the w… Read More
After hearing a speech by Adolf Hitler over a loudspeaker on a train journey to the Austrian capital Vienna, police have launched an investigation. The speech, complete with shouts of "sieg… Read More