Politics: Hold your nose and hold your nose tighter
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“Hold your nose and hold your nose tighter.” That’s how some sociologists describe the game of American politics today. Even when people…
Before and after selfies (help for young media socialites)
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One…two…three…smile for a selfie. Aren’t selfies—photographic self-portraits—a curious phenomenon? Much has been written recently about the psychology of the selfie, and what…
A Workable Marriage-Counseling Template
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Per some requests, I’ve decided to post the marriage-counseling template that I shared in last Sunday’s message at Grace. As I stated…
Job versus the Proverbs
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The biblical books of Proverbs and Job appear to be polar opposites. The former presents practical wisdom for living the best life…
Time is my friend
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Have you noticed that time keeps passing by, regardless of what we do with it? In the middle of this crazy, fast-paced…
A different kind of identity theft
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Many of us who would never even consider robbing someone of their hard-earned possessions are less reluctant to rob them of their…
The ten-minute walk
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How much time do you need to cool off when you get ticked? Are you an instant processor that needs to talk…
Resolving Conflict 101
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Hurts happen. And following Jesus does not provide insurance against the pain, angst, and heartache of relational breakdowns, disappointments, and ugliness. What…
Foiled again!
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I don’t think I’ve heard that expression since my Saturday morning cartoon days when the bad guys in my favorite shows would…
Is it okay for Christians to take medication for emotional and mental illnesses?
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For many Christians the question is not a no-brainer. The subject of mental illness (depression, anxiety, mood disorders, etc.) can be a…
