Finding Strength in Faith: The Apostle Paul’s Triumph Over His Past
The Apostle Paul, whose transformation from a persecutor of Christians to a dedicated servant of God offers a powerful example of resilience and redemption.
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An Informative Evening with Eric Metaxas
Eric Metaxas and his clarion call for the Church to wake up and not become like the German Church of the 1930s, is resonating in America.
The Deception of Self-Righteousness: Recognizing Our Fallen Nature
When we buy into the falsehood that humans are naturally good and self-sufficient, we embark on a perilous journey.
Standards are the Raw Materials of Virtue: He Who Controls the Standards, Controls Behavior
Standards are the Raw Materials of Virtue: He Who Controls the Standards, Controls Behavior In one sense, virtue is how a society controls and manages behavior. Some systems and societies use virtue to produce beneficent outcomes, while others use virtue, at least as the societal standards define it, to produce power and control. Religions historically …
The Unthinkable Threat: Calls to Ban the Bible in a Decaying Culture
As the culture of the United States continues to undergo profound transformations, we find ourselves confronting an alarming possibility – calls to ban the Bible.
Take Your Bible to School Day: Celebrating Religious Freedom in America
Our nation’s founders enshrined the right to practice one’s religion without government interference in the First Amendment to the Constitution. It is a fundamental freedom that we should cherish, celebrate, and, most importantly, exercise.
The Faith and Religions of the Signers of the US Constitution: Foundations Rooted in Biblical Principles
The signing of the United States Constitution in 1787 is a seminal moment in the nation’s history, laying the groundwork for the democratic principles and freedoms that Americans hold dear today.
Elijah: The John Wayne of Prophets – Taking on 400 Baal-Worshipping Pansies and a Weak King
In the annals of biblical history, one figure stands out like a lone wolf amidst a flock of sheep: the prophet Elijah.
Exclusive Club of Rome Revels in Diminished Diaper Demands: Birthrates Plummet, High Fives Soar!
Today in Cloft’s Corner, Dave lampoons the Holy See and its seeming lack of interest in having and nurturing children.
The Three Human Rebellions: Lessons from Genesis and Modern Reflections
In the early chapters of Genesis, we encounter three pivotal instances of human rebellion that have left a profound impact on the course of human history.
Who is Jesus? Exploring the Identity and Miracles of the Historical Figure
Jesus of Nazareth’s life, teachings, and the miracles attributed to him have sparked profound discussions and debates across cultures and centuries.
The Last and Greatest Creation
What can we learn from someone living four or five thousand years ago that is applicable today?
The Old Jew and the Indian
The Hebrews, like the Stoics, did not have the benefit of modern science, neither were they fools. Their brightest people looked at the world that surrounded them and tried to make sense of it in the same way that we do.
The Black Robe Regiment; Are There Pastors Ready To Stand?
The Black Robe Regiment; Are There Pastors Ready To Stand? “Great Awakenings” or revivals in history are a fascinating study and when you look at the history of America they are of particular interest because they seem to happen when we need them the most. The founding of our country came out of the reformation and …
Dr. Charles Stanley – The Greatest Teacher of His Time
On April 18, 2023, Charles Stanley passed from life here to life in heaven at the age of 90. Dr. Stanley was the greatest Christian teacher of his time.
Spheres of Influence; The Church in American Society
America’s federal government is much bigger than it was ever intended. One of the reasons is the marginalization of Christ’s church in our society.
The Romans Road
The Romans Road “Rome was a poem pressed into service as a city.” ~Anatole Broyard The Romans were good at a lot of things. While touring Europe, I was able to see much of the work they left behind that sometimes looks in better condition than the roads in my hometown of Helena, Montana. But …
Why Are We Here? (Part 5)
Why Are We Here? (Part 5) “Show me your ways, Lord, teach me your paths.” ~ Psalm 5:4 Greetings my fellow Americans! Why are we here? Most of us are sharing a portion of the continent of North America as a result of a direct or ancestral desire to partake in the vision of divine …
Hope: His Omnipotent Power Endures
Hope: His Omnipotent Power Endures “Hope is a dangerous thing. Hope can drive a man insane.” ~Red from The Shawshank Redemption Forced mask and vax mandates, centralization of digital currencies, sexualization and grooming of children, wars and rumors of wars, train derailments, food processing plant fires, selling our national sovereignty to the World Health and other …
Why Are We Here? (Part 3)
Why Are We Here? (Part 3) “Now the Lord is that Spirit: and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty.” ~ 2 Corinthians 3:17 (KJV) Greetings my fellow Americans! While an answer to the title of this series continues to be the main thrust behind the subtopics being expounded, I’d like to …