Os Guinness on the Founding of the Republic

By: John Stonestreet, Dr. Timothy D. Padgett, and Os Guinness *This powerful and informative message by Os Guinness, which comes from the Colson Center, is unique and helpful on so many levels. Please read carefully and thoughtfully. Blessings, Ed 😊 In this polarized age, one thing all sides agree on is that the state of the union is not strong. AtContinue reading “Os Guinness on the Founding of the Republic”

Mental Health and Christian Hope

By:  John Stonestreet and Dr. Timothy D. Padgett *This enlightening article on mental health, especially among young people, while being very frightening, is also encouraging and informative. Please read and share with someone. Blessings, Ed 😊 Back in April, a Psychology Today article noted how some people today, especially younger people, are finding identity in their psychological struggles. For those who do, the point is not overcoming their struggles or achievingContinue reading “Mental Health and Christian Hope”

The Myths of Christian History

By: John Stonestreet and Dr. Timothy D. Padgett *As always, the Colson Center with John Stonestreet and Dr. Padgett are tapping the pulse of our culture and giving us helpful information to deal with the arguments against our faith. Blessings, Ed 😊 There are some claims about Christianity that continue to make their way intoContinue reading “The Myths of Christian History”

Thin Agnosticism

By: John Stonestreet and Dr. Glenn Sunshine *This being the first of the month, I’ve chosen this timely and informative article from the Colson Center. If you’re not familiar with the Colson Center, please check it out. Blessings, Ed 😊 In 1869, at a meeting of the Metaphysical Society in London, English biologist and anthropologistContinue reading “Thin Agnosticism”

Understanding the Soul of a Conflict Requires Having One

By John Stonestreet and Abdu Murray *This timely message from the Colson Center is just too helpful not to share. Please read it carefully and prayerfully. Blessings, Ed 😊 Today on Breakpoint, apologist Abdu Murray, author of the new book Fake ID, describes how the war in Iran has exposed two blind spots—one diplomatic, oneContinue reading “Understanding the Soul of a Conflict Requires Having One”

Hope: What It is and Why It Matters

By: John Stonestreet and Andrew Carico *Without hope we are crippled on levels that can leave us debilitated and helpless. I found this article particularly insightful, practical and helpful. May it bless and help you as it did me. Blessings, Ed 😊 How long can a civilization endure when detached from its roots, most importantly,Continue reading “Hope: What It is and Why It Matters”

The Gap Between God and Science is Closing

By: John Stonestreet and Dr. Timothy D. Padgett *As I continue to use the 1st of the month to share important articles to inform your mind and stimulate your spirit, today’s message from the Colson Center will hopefully encourage you and inspire you to see the Lord more clearly and know He is firmly onContinue reading “The Gap Between God and Science is Closing”

“You Are Dust and to Dust You Shall Return”: Something to Know but Not to Fear

By: John Stonestreet *While Lent officially began yesterday, I believe this article will still be a helpful guide in giving us a better understand of what it is and why it’s important. But beyond that it guides us in navigating our lives as men and women of hope in a world that desperately needs hope.Continue reading ““You Are Dust and to Dust You Shall Return”: Something to Know but Not to Fear”

Make Dating for Marriage Great Again

By: John Stonestreet and Hayley Wilson *The 1st of February often turns our thoughts to love and marriage, so, I thought it appropriate to share this vital message from the Colson Center. I pray it’s helpful. Blessings, Ed 😊 Albert Einstein famously defined insanity as doing the same thing over and over again and expectingContinue reading “Make Dating for Marriage Great Again”

Mamdani’s Fantasy of “Warm Collectivism”

By: John Stonestreet and Timothy D. Padgett *Dear friends, for many reasons I’m choosing, at least in the immediate future, to intersperse more articles by other authors I have grown to love and appreciate. I’m continuing to write as the Lord gives me energy and inspiration but can’t keep up like I once could. ThankContinue reading “Mamdani’s Fantasy of “Warm Collectivism””