On the one hand, low interest rates are good—for first home buyers looking at the interest on a thirty-year loan; on the other hand, low interest rates are bad—for retirees depending on the interest earned on their savings. On the one hand, a higher minimum wage is good– for those who receive it; […]
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“When I became a believer, I didn’t know much about the Bible or the history of Christianity or what Christians believe. I decided some years later that I would write the kind of book I wished someone had given to me when I began asking questions about Christianity.” –John Schwarz (1931-2021) ——————————- John Schwarz
When newscasters are reporting a tragic accident, crime, or storm, they will often end the segment by assuring all those affected that they are “in our thoughts and prayers.” Sometimes they will also add a website address to which viewers can go to find out how they can help those in need. Here
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By John V. Halvorson, How Long, O Lord?, 1986, pages 32-3 (paraphrased) Pete was the best mechanic I ever knew. He had worked at the same garage for fifteen years. Business had grown to the point that an additional mechanic was needed. The owner of the company hired Fred, a much younger man
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By Charles Colson (1931-2012) Memorial Day is when we honor the men and women of our Armed Services who have made ‘the supreme sacrifice,’ giving their lives for their country. Especially these days, when Memorial Day seems nothing more than a time for cookouts and swim parties, we cannot be reminded often enough
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Matthew 8:23-27 — Jesus got into the boat and his disciples followed him. Suddenly a furious storm came up on the lake, so that the waves swept over the boat. But Jesus was sleeping. The disciples went and woke him, saying, “Lord, save us! We’re going to drown!” He replied, “You of little faith, why are you so afraid?” Then he got
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THE SIXTH COMMANDMENT: You shall not commit adultery. (Exodus 20:14) What does this mean? We should fear and love God so that we lead a chaste and decent life in what we say and do, and that husband and wife love and honor each other. (From Martin Luther’s Small Catechism, 1529) —————————————– Yesterday’s
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By Patricia McGerr (1917-1985) (adapted from her short story published in the November 1965 Woman’s Day) (Just the story today– my thoughts on the story, and its application to faith and life, will be tomorrow.) —————————— My trip to Kiniwata Island in the Pacific was a memorable one. Although the island was beautiful
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A WEDDING MEDITATION (given in 2006) Jesus said: “A man will unite with his wife, and the two will become one. So they are no longer two, but one flesh. Let no one separate, then, what God has joined together.” “The two will become one.” Those are old and familiar words,
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Two men lost their way hiking through a dense forest in Montana. It was a remote area, they were not recognizing any landmarks, and could not be sure if the direction they were going was leading them toward a road or further into the wilderness. Late in the afternoon on the
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