Two Ways To God?
In the marketplace of ideas, all vendors have an equal right to sell what they believe. But that doesn't mean all their ideas are equally right.
Crowd Control
A crowd can wield great control over an individual. I was reminded of this as I read a newspaper article about an old carnival headliner nicknamed "Cannonball." In his younger days he was blasted out of a cannon 1,200 times. When asked why he did this, he replied, "Do you know what it's like to feel the applause of 60,000 people? That's why I did it!"
Private Property
An editorial cartoon depicted the first nativity scene, but with a modern twist. As the shepherds were paying homage to the baby, one said, "This had better be happening on private property or we're in trouble!"
What Does It Really Mean?
A father was telling his son the Bible story about Lot. He said, "God was going to destroy the city of Sodom, so He warned Lot to take his wife and flee. But when Lot's wife looked back, she turned into a pillar of salt." Puzzled, the boy asked, "What happened to the flea?"
Flimsy Reasons
Years ago, an employee in the butcher shop where I worked was caught stealing several hams. He defended himself by saying that he had earned them because he was underpaid. That was a flimsy reason for his sinful behavior.
The Heart Of Giving
When I visited Faith Academy in the Philippines, I was overwhelmed by the hospitality of the staff. My hosts went out of their way to make certain I was comfortable and had everything I needed.
Look Up!
We all have moments in life when we get the "blues"—when we feel down and sadness engulfs us. The psalmist David was no exception. Speaking from his own experience, he cried out, "Why are you cast down, O my soul? And why are you disquieted within me? Hope in God" (42:11). That's good advice for anyone who is facing discouragement.
A Witness At Christmas
During the holiday season, an atheistic organization put a sign alongside the community Christmas display in Madison, Wisconsin. It blatantly declared: "In this season of the winter solstice, may reason prevail. There are no gods, no devils, no angels, no heaven or hell. There is only our material world. Religion is but a myth and superstition that hardens hearts and enslaves minds."
Shared Tears
A story is told about a little boy with a big heart. His next-door neighbor was an older gentleman whose wife had recently died. When the youngster saw the elderly man crying, he climbed up onto his lap and simply sat there.
