In 1985 Dr. Robert Bellah, an American sociologist, co-authored a book entitled Habits of the Heart. In one chapter he discusses the cultural shift in religious beliefs.
In chapter 9, he shares the story of a young nurse, Sheila Larson who said, “I believe in God. {But} I’m not a religious fanatic.” Continue reading
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Greeting from Beverly Hills, FL
It’s been almost 3 weeks since Norma’s surgery. This week has been a bit of a roller-coaster. But the last two days have been her best. She’s making slow, but steady progress. Again, thanks to so many who have expressed an interest in her health, shared your love, and most of all remembered Norma in your prayers. Continue reading
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Pressing On is an e-magazine edited by my friend and preaching colleague, Mark Roberts. It’s a bargain at just $10 a year.
Browsing the PO facebook page I found this article by one of the regular staff writers, Dene Ward, an author of Bible class literature, speaker at women’s events, and a devotional blogger. You can find her posts at flightpaths.org
Dene offers an excellent exhortation regarding an issue that has become all too prevalent, especially on social media. Continue reading
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This month I’ve been presenting a series of sermons on the ABC’s of Discipleship. Literally. Letter by letter. Last week was the letter “D” and we discussed the value of discipline.
In preparing the lesson came across this observation by William Barclay about Samuel Taylor Coleridge the British poet. “Never did a great mind produce so little.” Continue reading
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In the past five months since Donald J. Trump began his second term in office, he has continued to be criticized, second-guessed, and verbally attacked with vengeance and vitriol.
He must be the first President in history that can’t do anything right. He’s been subject to intense scrutiny and criticism over actions and policies his predecessors have taken, or at least promoted, yet they were not castigated by the news media. Continue reading
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DeMeco Ryans may not be a familiar name to most of our readers. Unless you’re a NFL football fan, and especially a fan of the Houston Texans, you probably didn’t know Ryans is head coach of the Texans.
Honestly, I really didn’t know much about Ryans until I read an article about him in the Christian Chronicle. Continue reading
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“The world says love yourself, grab all you can, follow your heart. Jesus says deny yourself, grab your cross and follow me,” wrote contemporary author Francis Chan.
This challenge Chan describes is not new nor unique to our 21st century culture. It’s as old as the succinct description during the Old Testament Judges “Everyone did what was right in his own eyes.” Continue reading
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Greetings from Beverly Hills, FL
This week has been a bit of a rollercoaster in terms of Norma Jean’s recovery from surgery. With PD, progress is slower with its own unique challenges. However, yesterday was her best day all week. So, we’re hoping and praying for more good days. Thanks to everyone’s for your continued concern and prayers. Continue reading
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This weekly column is intended to find positive, insightful, or informative posts on social media. Not everything is negative. There is a lot in which to find encouragement.
In fact, there is so much good stuff, it’s difficult to pick one post to feature each week. Today’s post from the Mindful Christianity page speaks to me. And hopefully you will find it helpful, as well as our comments from Psalm 46. Continue reading
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As I sit in the early morning darkness drinking a cup of hot coffee and writing this blog post, it’s peaceful. Quiet. Calm. However, if I was writing this from Israel, it would be a different story.
The current Israeli-Iranian conflict, has overshadowed the recent fight with Hamas and the conflicts in the Gaza strip. Almost forgotten, at least in the news media, is the war between Russia and Ukraine. Continue reading
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