Inspiration
Tiny, But Mighty
Our world seems to be hopelessly out of control. Maybe we can learn from the hummingbird.
Can Surveillance Technology Target Dream Comms from God
God talks to us through dreams. We don’t have to go much beyond Genesis to find plenty of examples of God speaking to both believers and non-believers through dreams.
The Science and God, by Citizen Writer: Alan Hand
One of the definitions Webster uses to define Faith: “firm belief in something for which there is no proof” and also as “complete trust”.
Bad Things and Good People
Bad things happen to good people, but there is a plan for a happily ever after.
The Sandwich, By Sean Dietrich
As Sean of the South explains, sometimes a sandwich is much more than a sandwich.
Healing and Renewal; Faith, Courage, and Hope in the Cadet Prayer
“[The words duty, honor, country] are your rallying points: to build courage when courage seems to fail; to regain faith when there seems to be little cause for faith; to create hope when hope becomes forlorn.”
General Douglas MacArthur, address to the Corps of Cadets on receiving the Thayer Award, 1962
Speak No Evil/Hear No Evil
Are our thoughts, words, and deeds acceptable in God’s eyes? Or do we only behave ourselves in public?
The Good Samaritan aka: Good Guy With A Gun
If you heard about the recent shooting in a suburb of Indianapolis, maybe you didn’t, a young man with his constitutional carry firearm, which is something that just passed in the state of Indiana, was faced with an active shooter who was armed to the teeth, killed four people, so far, and was shot by …
Enough with the Doom and Gloom – We’ve Got This
I’ve gotten a lot of email from dispirited conservatives lately. I have one question for them. What’s their plan?
Taking a Knee, by Joe Heaton
Today is a glorious day. It is a joyful day for us. And yet, I have been staring at my computer screen for hour after hour, thinking about what I want to write, or if I want to write.
Wisdom From Above
King Solomon, the son of David and Bathsheba, was purportedly the wisest man who ever lived, and he had much to say about foolishness and wisdom. Three books of the Bible are generally attributed to him–Proverbs, Song of Solomon, and Ecclesiastes. These three books and the additional books of Job and Psalms make up what …
What’s Your Golden Calf?
The children of Israel angered God when they created and worshipped a golden calf. Are we worshipping our own golden calves?
Tucker Carlson’s Misguided Attack on Republicans
For the record, I believe Fox News host Tucker Carlson is by far the best high-profile TV commentator of our time. I frequently cite him in my news-oriented articles, and his monologues are tours de force. Thus is it notable that I’ve never seen him stumble so badly as on his last Wednesday evening show.
I Stepped Off the Side of the Earth in 1968
50 years after graduation from West Point is a time for remembering. My memories of a Hellish summer aren’t a criticism of anything or anyone – lest sensitivities be triggered in comparison. It’s just one story of the past to tell and consider thoughtfully.
Calling Roll, by Citizen Writer: William Marshall
Have you ever had to call roll? Take attendance? You call the persons name, they say “Present!” or “Here!” If they don’t make a response, no big deal, mark them accordingly and just move on. But…
Keep Your Head On A Swivel, by Citizen Writer, Joe Heaton
But do not just look for the threats. Look for the humanity.
Book Review: I Am David, by Guest Columnist: Alan Hand
God, has a plan for dealing with loss, if we will only listen.
Ain’t Nobody’s Fault But Mine
What a long day. Morning working outside, doing nothing important but harvesting oranges, grapefruit, and lemons from the lovely trees in my backyard. So, a day away from real life or a day in real life?