Hollywood has made a fortune from the plot of someone else inhabiting your mind and body and thus changing your life. Freaky Friday, 17 Again, and Family Switch all capitalized on this theme for some hilarious scenarios.
Author Max Lucado, however, offers a more serious thought. “What if for one day Jesus were to become you?” Continue reading
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“Debt is a common aspect of modern life, from mortgages and student loans to credit cards and business financing. But what does the Bible say about debt?”
I asked this question to ChatGPT. I think you will be interested in the answer. Continue reading
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“It is impossible to rightly govern without God and the Bible,” once affirmed our first President George Washington.
In his farewell address, September 19, 1796, Washington said, “The propitious smiles of Heaven can never be expected on a nation that disregards the eternal rules of right and order which Heaven itself has ordained…Of all the dispositions and habits which lead to political prosperity, religion and morality are indispensable supports.” Continue reading
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Some years ago, I was stuck on a crosstown bus in New York City during rush hour. Traffic was barely moving. The bus was filled with cold, tired people who were deeply irritated with one another, with the world itself.
Two men barked at each other about a shove that might or might not have been intentional. A pregnant woman got on, and nobody offered her a seat. Rage was in the air; no mercy would be found here.,” posted journalist and author Elizabeth Gilbert on her facebook page. Continue reading
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Today, February 11th is “Make a Friend Day” according to “Your Ultimate Guide to 2025 Wacky, Fun and Weird Holidays”
Their website observes that “Making new friends can help people broaden their horizons and learn about different cultures and parts of the society. Research has shown that people with diverse group of friends are more tolerant, open to new ideas, and empathetic than people who have a small or a non-diverse group of friends.” Continue reading
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The narrative of the prophet Jonah is one that is well known, frequently used as a great Bible class story for kids, and too often taken for granted by adults, observed Nathan Ward in his lesson yesterday morning at the Florida College Lectures.
Nathan dug deeper than most teachers usually do in sharing some interesting insights and challenging thoughts about Jonah and his encounter with “the great fish.” Continue reading
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Greetings from Beverly Hills, FL
Finally. We’ve returned to normal. And Florida is Florida again. 79 degrees today. With prospects of being in the low 80’s next week. For those of you coming down for the Florida College Lectures we should have Chamber of Commerce weather for you. Continue reading
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Last night our Bible class studied the inspiring story of Gideon recorded in Judges 6-7.
Gideon was a farmer who enjoyed farming. He had no political ambitions. No leadership aspirations. No dreams of greatness. He was not from a high social class. He was the youngest of his family. And just trying to make a living. Continue reading
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In the final days of his Presidency, Joe Biden issued more pardons than any President in history, including a pardon for his son, Hunter, and many of his family members.
On his first day in office, President Trump, created some controversy as he issued pardons for most of those convicted during the January 6th riots at the Capitol four years ago.
A Presidential pardon is one of the greater powers given to our President. The pardon releases one from prison, relieves one of the consequences of the crime, and restores their rights. It’s as though they’ve never broken the law. Continue reading
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“Could it be that with the advent of social media some verses suddenly became written in invisible ink or perhaps reached an expiration date?” Asked my friend and preaching colleague Don Truex on his facebook page. Continue reading
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