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I will never forget the privilege of serving on the softball staff one summer at the Living Church of God teen camp. A major theme we teach at our youth camps is the importance of doing all things decently, in order, without confusion, and in peace (1 Corinthians 14:33, 40).
Readiness and preparedness are important aspects of many endeavors, whether business, military, government, or everyday life and livelihood. Are you ready for the unforeseen things that lie ahead?
We ready ourselves for many everyday things: for work or school, for taking exams, for having company for dinner, for going on trips, or for having a big event like a...
A legacy can be a wonderful thing. Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary defines legacy as “A bequest, a gift by will; something received from an ancestor or predecessor.” A legacy could be property or financial assets, great literature or works of art, or something more transcendental, such as a good name, a wonderful example, or a philosophy of life and how to live...
You may have heard the term “post-Christian.” What does it mean, and what are the implications—or consequences—of this modern phenomenon?
So, it’s the Fourth of July (in the U.S.A.)—big deal! Are national holidays like this really important?
July 4 is the day the United States celebrates its independence. Many nations throughout history have fought for their independence and have set aside days to mark their attainment of it. Is independence and self-rule the real answer to mankind’s search for peace and happiness? Sometimes, when injustice or oppression—either real or perceived—becomes too great,...
“Do not over-inflate” is a common-sense warning found on tires, balls, toys, and boats. It also applies to floating devices, bounce houses, balloons, and nearly anything inflatable. Things over-inflated can burst, ruining the item and potentially causing damage and injury.
When I learned of the death of famous boxer Muhammad Ali, my mind immediately began to recall some of his most famous words and victories. Though Ali was not a Christian, one of his quotes helped me both in and beyond my academic pursuits.
Those who endure great obstacles are inspiring. The movie Rocky tells a story about an amateur boxer who endures extremely demanding training to last fifteen exhausting rounds against the reigning heavyweight boxing champion. Soldiers must endure the rigors of war, and a few become inspiring war heroes by enduring extreme danger to save their comrades-in-arms or...
One of the favorite themes of literature is deliverance. We are thrilled by stories of daring and bravery, as one person or groups of people or whole armies are rescued, delivered from harm’s way, sometimes at the last moment with great risk of danger.