Sometimes we put our faith in the wrong things, and the right things surprise us!

Customs with a Curse

'Tis the season—a time for beautiful music, lovely pageantry, parties, fun and family time, the annual bedlam in shopping malls, specialty stores and discount houses and, increasingly, over the Internet.

Much of the world is caught up in what is called the “spirit of the season,” evidenced by a gift-buying frenzy which often puts the purchasers deep into debt and which fills the coffers of the merchants.

Completely freed from the authority of Papal Rome, Luther’s own authority begins to grow, as do political power plays and struggles against rivals.

The United States is seeing increasing turmoil in all quarters—turmoil that was prophesied long ago. What is the solution?

While the debates over legalized marijuana rage, who is taking the time to ask the right questions and look at the facts?