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I remember the last episode I ever watched of The Simpsons many years ago. The crass cartoon family was very popular when I was younger and somehow permeated pop culture with their quips and characters. Though it probably wasn’t the best of entertainment choices, I certainly got a kick out of their craziness. On this occasion the Simpson family all …
Terrorism has struck Israel in the most horrific attack in the history of the modern state. How are we to respond? There are people who identify as Christians who take various positions politically on what has happened, why it happened, whose fault it is, and who is to blame. I would imagine we can all agree if you are the …
Faith is the evidence of things hoped for, and certainty of what is unseen. But does that mean faith is based on nothingness? Is it simply “belief” á la The Polar Express where you just close your eyes and trust somethings is real? That idea is actually the opposite of the Biblical idea of faith. In fact, the reason there …
Most of us grew up hearing the story of Goldilocks and the Three Bears but few of us know the true story. In 1837 British poet, Robert Southey, wrote down the version we know and love with the sweet little blonde haired girl exploring the home of the quaint family of bears. In the well-known tale, Goldie Locks tests the bowls …
Happy New Year! No, it’s not January 1st (at least, it’s not as I am writing this) but on the Hebrew Calendar, tonight is the first of Tishri, known as Rosh HaShana or ‘the head of the year.’ So why should you care that it is the first day of the year on a calendar you likely don’t use? Beyond …
I recently held a half-million dollars in my hands. No, it wasn’t mine. I interface with dozens of ministries and non-profits that care for people in various ways around the world. One of the ministries was given one of the most generous gifts they have ever received to aid them in caring for those to whom they minister. I happened …