A Universal Symbol

Symbols are everywhere. They tell us what we need to know at a glance. Corporations utilize symbols to promote their products and services. When utilized in this way a symbol is called a logo. We identify their product or service with their logo. This is an important concept because logos are international. Coca-Cola is an example of this. If I were to travel to a foreign country where I did not speak the language, it is safe to assume I would be able to purchase a Coca-Cola by recognizing one or more of their logos. There are symbols in Christianity as well. The...

Keeping It Simple

The world in which we live is often complicated. We have constant access to information but in reality learn little that is useful. We find new ways to stay busy but accomplish little. We have politicians who make promises yet little, if anything, improves once they are elected. We have laws designed to protect us yet we live among those who have learned how to manipulate them. We may live in nations that produce enough food to sell yet some of our citizens are hungry. We rush out to purchase the latest in technology while its replacement is already in development. The...