I recently read an article from a well-known Christian figure who was exploring the issue of gays in the military and announcing his views. While I think we should talk through issues, I do not understand why some feel like they must announce their “stand” on big issues to the world? For example, some denominations [...]
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September 11
Today is the seventh anniversary of the terrorist attacks on the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in New York City and The Pentagon. The frustration that a lot of people are expressing about the war in Iraq might cloud our ability for a personal remembrance today.
Respects are due to those 3018 who [...]
A Prayer for All Parties
Donald Miller, author of Blue Like Jazz, accepted the invitation to offer the closing prayer at the Democratic National Convention on Monday night. Some are upset that Donald Miller prayed. No, wait… I’m mean they are upset that he prayed in the presence of their enemies. It will now become necessary for many to exclude [...]
I Like Him. Let’s Make Him the President.
I’m sitting near the magazine section at Border’s Bookstore right now and I’m noticing how important it is to be liked by a large numbers of people who don’t really know you. It’s not important in any real sense, but in the world of magazines, entertainment and politics it is very important.
I have a [...]
1 degree
The global average temperature is about 1° Fahrenheit higher than it was a century ago. This one degree has caused a lot of fuss, including one of my least favorite vice presidents, Al Gore, winning a share of the Nobel Peace Prize.
The fuss isn’t all bad. I may disagree with the way that [...]
Jason Barmer
