Malcolm Muggeridge (1903-1990) was a British born author, journalist, and media personality. Later in life he became an advocate for Christianity.
He once related an occasion when on assignment in India of leaving his hotel for a swim in the nearby river. As he entered the water, he saw a woman across the river from nearby village who came for her bath. Continue reading
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We’re nearing the end of my favorite three weeks of the year–March Madness. You probably don’t even have to be a sports fan to know March Madness is the moniker for the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament.
This year has been madnesses personified. This year’s final four are San Diego State. Florida Atlantic University. Miami, And University of Connecticut. Only UConn has been here before.
Like the apostle Paul who often used sports metaphors, there are some good spiritual lessons from this year’s tournament. Continue reading
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When I was a student at Florida College back in the mid to late 60’s, Homer Hailey was one of my Bible professors.
Brother Hailey was known for his expertise in the Old Testament, his insight into the book of Revelation, and his ability to quote scripture, as well as his class on “The Scheme of Redemption.” I can recall classes where he would fill a blackboard with scriptural references, quoting each one. Continue reading
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Good Morning from Beverly Hills, FL
The most popular post this week in terms in reader views has been Cancel Spring Break? Followed closely by Disagreement is Not Hate. If you missed these or any other posts this week, this recap, with it’s live links, is a good way to catch up.
Also there is a bonus post at the end published 11 years ago today, What Can A Single Seed Do? It’s a quick read. I believe you will be blessed by its content. Continue reading
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I love the quotes about life and Christian living that I come across on facebook. They’re often positive. Usually encouraging. And sometimes challenging.
Today’s facebook Friday offers a few that we’ve seen recently. I hope you like ‘em.
Someone reminded us “We aren’t called to be like other Christians; we’re called to be like Christ.” Continue reading
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Since I’m not a hockey fan, I was unaware until this morning that Canadian goalie James Reimer who plays for the San Jose Sharks had made news over the weekend.
What did he do?
Break the single game record for saves? Stop the New York Islanders from scoring a last second goal winning shot? Start a fight and get ejected from the game? Continue reading
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The month of March is designated as “Women’s History Month,” designed to celebrate “women’s contributions to history, culture and society.”
This month long celebration is highlighted on March 8th as “International Women’s Day” a global holiday to focus on and bring attention to various women’s issues.
Interestingly, this has spawned a good deal of conversation in religious circles about the role of women in the church.
Notably making news is the Saddleback Church and its previous pastor, Rick Warren, for hiring a female teaching pastor last year. As a result, Saddleback was disfellowshipped from the Southern Baptist Association. Continue reading
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That’s what the Mayor of Miami, Florida wants to do–cancel Spring break.
The Mayor called for a ban after a violent weekend that ended with two fatal shootings and “excessively large and unruly crowds” as reported by several media outlets.
Reacting to the chaos on Monday morning, Mayor Dan Gelber said: “We haven’t asked for spring break in our city. We don’t want spring break in our city. It’s too rowdy, brings too much disorder and is simply too difficult to police. Continue reading
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“Jesus took Daddy home,” Cheryl McGuinness told her 14-year-old son and 16-year-old daughter.
The news that their father, Tom, had died was not only unexpected, but was tragic and publicly known world-wide.
Tom McGuinness Jr. was the first officer on American Airlines Flight 11, the first plane hijacked and flown into the World Trade Center on Sept. 11, 2001. Continue reading
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Good Morning from Beverly Hills, FL
It’s been a great week. Not just in the many well wishes from our readers for my 75th birthday, but the beginning of my favorite 3 weeks of the year. Yep. March Madness.
Like everyone else, my bracket is busted. Thanks Princeton. Thanks FDU. Thanks Furman. But at least my Indiana Hoosiers won in convincing fashion last night. In spite of all the excitement and activities this week, we’ve managed to post everyday. Including today’s recap. Continue reading
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