Speaking Out

I find the amount of division in my country and other countries staggering. A recent headline certainly does not make me feel any better. There were almost 18% more hate crimes in my country this year than the year before. Frankly, I feel that percentage is likely higher. After all, not all hate crimes get reported. There are also crimes based in hatred that are not officially classified as “hate crimes”. Division has found its way into entertainment and sports. This solves nothing. In fact, it merely fans the flames of hatred. Elected officials and candidates knowingly...

The Wisdom of Scripture

People, as a rule, dislike change. Yet there are times when change is inevitable. Scripture is clear on this. The book of Ecclesiastes reminds us of just some of the many changes we can expect in this world. Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 (NET) - For everything there is an appointed time, and an appropriate time for every activity on earth: A time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to uproot what was planted; A time to kill, and a time to heal; a time to break down, and a time to build up; A time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance. A...