By Christy Barritt Parties Unite in Dissatisfaction with Government The latest Gallup annual governance survey shows that a majority of both Republicans and Democrats are unhappy with the federal government and the way it’s handling business in Washington. According to the poll, 65 percent of Democrats and 92 percent of Republicans are unhappy with […]
Dr. Charlie W. Starr Among our favorite stories are some we call “mythological.” Our culture is currently fascinated with new myths about werewolves and vampires (Twilight), and with classical myths about ancient Western gods (Clash of the Titans, Thor, Immortals). Five Percy Jackson and the Olympians books followed by two spinoff series are currently […]
By Dan Lentz 1. Have each group member take a blank sheet of paper and make three columns labeled “relationships,” “experiences,” and “practices.” Then list three or four significant items in each relevant column. (As examples, in the relationship column a person might include parent, child, spouse, and friend; the experience column might include […]
By Sam E. Stone Early in his Gospel, John introduces the reader to a Pharisee named Nicodemus. He is mentioned only in John’s Gospel—but here he is seen on three occasions (3:1-10; 7:50-52; l9:39). The Pharisees tried to strictly observe the Law of Moses. Jesus referred to him as “Israel’s teacher” (3:10), suggesting the […]
By David Faust Have you heard the slogan “Think globally, act locally”? The Lord does that all the time. Many New Testament texts highlight the church’s global mission. “Go into all the world.” “Make disciples of all nations.” “You are Christ’s ambassadors.” Numerous missionary passages appear in the Old Testament as well, including Psalm […]
