The study of ethics and morality can be an interesting topic. Whether we recognize it or not, much of our lives is guided by our sense of what is wrong or right. Generally speaking, we avoid what is wrong or try to explain it away when we didn’t. This sense of right and wrong guides simple […]
How Will I Fare in the Coming Persecution?
With reports of violent persecution against Christians in the Middle East flooding the airwaves each day and of increased intolerance to those of us who follow Jesus here in the West, it is easy to sense in which direction the winds of destiny are shifting. Christians in the United States have long enjoyed unprecedented insulation […]
What Kind of Atheist Are You?
There seems to be some confusion today among those who contend that they have no faith in God. They have branded themselves “atheists.” However, upon closer examination it seems that they fail to fall into that category. Instead, some are really “agnostics,” while others might fall into the “New Atheist” movement. Let’s take a look at […]
An Open Letter to the Next Generation: We Failed You
WARNING: If you are the parent of young-adult or teenage children, then this blog posting may make you uncomfortable. You may even get angry. If you don’t take criticism easily, then do NOT read anymore. I’m going to be asking a lot of hard questions. Some may not be easy to answer. I hear a lot of […]
I’m Not Exactly A Christian, But I’m a Very Good Person
I believe in God and am a very spiritual person. Even though I don’t go to church I am focused on helping other people and being a positive influence. Many of us have heard someone say something like this. Recently, a lady said it to me. Probably some who are reading this article would even nod […]
Shakedown Hike on the Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail
Shakedown Hike, Spring 2015 Friday, April 17, 2015 It was time. With Spring settling in it was time to get the boots dirty again. A “shakedown” hike was exactly what I needed. I needed to stretch my legs and use some gear. It was time to hit the woods. For this hike I hooked up with Rob […]
Pediatric Occupational Therapy
Cynthia Cramer Enjoys Working With Young Children Staff photo by Vicki Rock Cynthia Cramer is an early intervention therapist, meaning she works with children from birth through age 3. Posted: Sunday, April 19, 2015 10:01 pm By VICKI ROCK vickir@dailyamerican.com When people ask Cynthia Cramer how can young children need occupational therapy, she asks them […]
Side by Side Comparison of Two Water Filters
I recently shot a video to compare two of my backpacking water filters. First up was the MSR Mini Works. I’ve owned this filter for nearly twenty years. The original ceramic filter has been replaced as well as the O rings. However, the rest of the filter is still original. The MSR Mini Works has […]
Why Don’t the Gospels Describe the Resurrection Scene?
The Resurrection. If Jesus dies but does not return from the dead, then he is either a liar or a hoax. However, if he rises from the dead as predicted, then He is exactly who He claimed to be, and is Lord over all. Everything hinges on it. Clearly, this is the biggest event in […]
No Other Religion Has An Easter
Most world religions have compulsory festivals or times of celebrations. For example, Muslims have Ramadan and Jews have Passover. Christianity, on the other hand, has no mandated celebration. Neither Jesus nor His disciples ever instructed future followers to observe any specific day or event. As a matter of fact, it would seem that Jesus removed the weekly […]