The news challenge

Trust in traditional news media is at an all-time low. On top of that, most say that news from social media is not reliable. So where do you go for trustworthy information? Here are some independent journalists and writers to consider from a conservative perspective.

What is it like to be “saved?”

Learn the personal benefits of conditions of the mind and heart that exist in a person who has become a follower of Jesus. "I was drowning. I had no hope of saving myself. I couldn’t move myself out of the condition I was in. True hopelessness swallowed my existence." This entry describes my personal, daily experience of "being saved." You may be surprised to learn who saved me.

The heresy of nice

Many Christians have drunk deeply of the false doctrine of niceness. Today’s American church avoids offense at any cost. We think that being gracious means being silent. We should rethink that.

Cut and paste discipleship

The history of the cut and paste function is fascinating. It's an indispensable feature to writing, creating, and editing. I can remember when we had to use Liquid Paper to correct mistakes, and there wasn't a copy and paste function. It was a glorious day when it was industry standard. Cut and paste should also be standard in the church - in our discipleship.

The Roundup: Weeks Ending April 21, 2023

This Roundup includes the Trump indictment, Spiritual movement continuing on college campuses, more bad news on the Bidens, Shoutouts to the Virginia Tech sports and coaches, U.S. Catholic bishops ban sex reassignment surgery, and a must-watch music video - Teenie Weenie Beanies.

The day after Easter

I wrote this post for our church blog as a followup to my Easter message. What practical good is Easter if it's not celebrated beyond the holiday? Here's why Easter matters daily.

Default mode is stupid

Something happens when we fall asleep. All the good lessons we’ve learned. All the healthy perspective we’ve gained after a full day of living. That all seems to have been erased overnight.