Life Outside the Winepress
Most of us want to live life to the max - feel great, be strong, have purpose. Remember that old Lady Clairol slogan, “If I’ve only one life, let me live it as a blonde?” My upgrade of that would be, “If I’ve only one life, let me max it out and live it for God.” Of course, this is challenging in light of the culture we are currently experiencing, with many opposing our right to even voice our opinions if they don’t line up with their contrary or incompatible ways of thinking.
As COVID-19 vaccine mandates rise, religious exemptions grow
About 3,000 Los Angeles Police Department employees are citing religious objections to try to get out of the required COVID-19 vaccination. In Washington state, thousands of state workers are seeking similar exemptions.
After 9/11, Some Found Healing by Helping
Gabriel Medrano was working on the docks across the East River when he heard the first plane crash into the World Trade Center on 9/11.
Not the Nowhere Man!
An amazing thing happened this past week in the religious community, and just in case you've been boycotting the news - I sure wouldn't blame you - let me fill you in. Harvard University, which was founded in 1636 for the purpose of educating ministry students and meeting the unique educational needs of Christians, has just appointed an atheist as the school's chaplain. The school, whose motto is "Truth for Christ and the Church," evidently feels this is an excellent choice. As one student said, "Greg's leadership isn't about theology…."Apparently not!
Mission Possible
When you hear the names, Penn and Teller, if you immediately think magicians, comedians and fabulous entertainers, you would be 100% spot on. These guys have been entertaining crowds for decades and are still going strong. I recently read an insightful quote from Penn that I actually had to read through twice to get its full impact. Coming from a well-known atheist, Penn’s words about religion are profound:
