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A Strange Faith

You, like me, may wonder why a subset of religionists want to take over -dominate- all of government and impose their will upon every strata of society. Their intent is to control all areas of human life including the media, education, the courts, business, religion, arts and entertainment, medicine, science and the economy. They andContinue reading “A Strange Faith”

Let’s Discuss….IMMIGRATION

1. The Border under previous administrationS was out of control. Far too many people, by orders of magnitude, were entering the US illegally or with specious asylum claims. The burden of this influx of humanity fell mostly upon border states. Housing, education, medical care, social services, and community resources were strained beyond capacity. With approximatelyContinue reading “Let’s Discuss….IMMIGRATION”

The Chosen One

I’ve always been mystified, if not a bit terrified, by how intensely Islamic extremists, of which there are far too many, protect and defend the honor of their revered Prophet Muhammed. At the slightest criticism of him, whether real or perceived, they explode with rage and retaliate with savagery. Absolutely no disparagement of, or disagreementContinue reading “The Chosen One”

To Save Western Civilization:

A MAGA disciple of no small renown recently posted an explanation of and justification for all the chaos, cruelty, corruption and carnage we are presently enduring. He revealed that the MAGA rai·son d’ê·tre, its singular imperative is to Save Western Civilization! In order to do that they must suspend the Constitution, purge the US ofContinue reading “To Save Western Civilization:”

Is Israel Dispensable?

As I watch with dismay Trump’s profiteering and self-dealing with the Gulf States, and as well with jihadist nations for heaven’s sake, I realize that there is now an odd man out….Israel. I also realize that our geopolitical relationships have become entirely transactional, void of moral considerations. Alliances are little more than one individual’s costContinue reading “Is Israel Dispensable?”

Consequentialism: When The Ends Justify the Means and Two Wrongs Make a Right

Consequentialism is the Machiavellian philosophy that maintains it is acceptable, even noble, to do wrong in order to correct a perceived greater wrong, i.e. the ends justify the means, or in other words, two wrongs do indeed make a right. Generally, it is understood that the sum of that equation = wrong. It is alsoContinue reading “Consequentialism: When The Ends Justify the Means and Two Wrongs Make a Right”

When I was Young

When I was young I was profoundly influenced by two books: Deitrich Bonhoeffer’s, “The Cost of Discipleship.” and Corrie ten Boom’s, “The Hiding Place.” Both of those heroic figures were anti Nazi dissidents at a time when the majority of their Christian contemporaries were supporters of Hitler and his policies, however cruel. Hitler had enticedContinue reading “When I was Young”

Palm Sunday – what went wrong?

Christians around the world just celebrated Palm Sunday, the day that commemorates Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem, the day that began his last week of teaching and ministry before his crucifixion and resurrection. On that day his followers enthusiastically welcomed him as they would a long awaited conquering hero, replete with a parade, prostrations andContinue reading “Palm Sunday – what went wrong?”

Hubris and Humility

What is wrong with America? Hubris What do we need? Grace What opens us to grace? Humility Hubris is an excessive or foolish overestimation of and belief in oneself or one’s own abilities and knowledge. It shames others, not simply to accomplish a goal, but derives pleasure from humiliating and disparaging them. Hubris makes usContinue reading “Hubris and Humility”

GRACIOUSNESS

Graciousness is a quality that reflects the character of God and is highly esteemed in the Bible. Exodus 34:6 “The Lord God is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in loving devotion and truth.” It encompasses kindness, compassion, and a generous spirit, manifesting itself in the way individuals interact with others. Graciousness is aContinue reading “GRACIOUSNESS”