Over my first cup of dark roast this morning, I wondered how the word "atheist" came to be. The term "atheist" has gotten a bit of a bad rap over the years. Back in the day, if you didn't believe in the local deity, people would give you a weird gaze, thinking you were up … Continue reading Atheist Shouldn’t Even Be a Word!
The Ten Commandments In Texas Classrooms
My coffee is hot, but not as hot as it is outside. Over coffee this morning, it hit me. Texas is trying to pass a bill that would mandate posting The Ten Commandments in all public schools. Assuming that not all the teachers are Christian, I wonder how they will handle questions posed by the … Continue reading The Ten Commandments In Texas Classrooms
Why Are We Not Banning All Improper Books?
It's a beautiful but hot morning. I'm not complaining as I sit here with my coffee underneath a ceiling fan providing me with essential cool air. I'm fascinated this morning by an NPR article published on June 2, 2023, titled, "A Utah school district has removed the Bible from some schools' shelves." I am against banning books … Continue reading Why Are We Not Banning All Improper Books?
AI Says NO to Book Banning
I’ve been playing around a lot with ChatGPT over coffee this morning. It’s the newest craze in Artificial Intelligence. If you want to know more about ChatGPT, go here to watch a YouTube video. One of my favorite stories in the Old Testament is found in 1 Samuel 18:1-30. If you remember, this passage is … Continue reading AI Says NO to Book Banning
Google and ChatGPT Didn’t Know, Either!
A thought struck me as I was having coffee at Starbucks this morning. It's raining, and I love rainy days. But that wasn't what struck me. I wondered if raindrops could baptize one! Sounds crazy, doesn't it. If you're Christian and reading this, how were you baptized? I was a Methodist when I was baptized … Continue reading Google and ChatGPT Didn’t Know, Either!
If I Died Today
Got up earlier than usual this morning, but with coffee in hand, I’m ready for the day. And then I remembered a text I received about 10:00 last night. It was from a dear friend who wrote to tell me that she has been battling cancer - and it’s coming to an end. She will … Continue reading If I Died Today
War Is Over! If You Want It
I’m thinking about John Lennon and Ukraine over coffee this morning. “What in the world is he thinking about,” you’re probably saying right now? John Lennon (and Yoko) wrote a song called, So This Is Christmas. “So this is Christmas, and what have you done? Another year over, and a new one just begun…” As … Continue reading War Is Over! If You Want It
The Weirdest Sermon I’ve Ever Heard
God and I had a good laugh this morning over coffee. I told him about a sermon I heard the other day from a pastor who believes in Santa Claus! Yep. Pastor was comparing Santa's omniscience (knowing everything) with Jesus'. To make his point, he used the song, Santa Claus Is Coming to Town as … Continue reading The Weirdest Sermon I’ve Ever Heard
Losing My Religion
I once believed in my religion. My religion had many laws… Commanded by God himself. All chiseled into stone by His own hand. My religion said I only needed to Believe. But Jesus said that we must love our enemies, And to treat others how we would like to be treated. … Continue reading Losing My Religion
Ahhhh, It’s Christmastime Again!
While having my early morning coffee, two Christmas stories came to mind. Here’s a little something for you to investigate before Christmas. Don’t be shy! Get out those Bibles and do some reading! Don’t trust what I have to say! Ha! Christmas is one of the most celebrated events in Christianity and throughout the world. … Continue reading Ahhhh, It’s Christmastime Again!
Is America Losing Its Religion?
My Italian-roasted coffee is heavenly this morning. That’s not a word I ever use to describe my coffee, but for some odd reason, that’s what came to mind. I started reading a book by the late Marcus J. Borg, who is sometimes described as a Jesus scholar. His book, The Heart of Christianity: Rediscovering a … Continue reading Is America Losing Its Religion?
Diversity Of Choices
I’m sitting here trying to decide whether to go to Starbucks this morning or just sit at my comfortable desk at home and write. I am so grateful that I have two wonderful choices where I will enjoy my dark roast coffee on this beautiful day. I’m choosing to stay at home. Have you ever … Continue reading Diversity Of Choices
Why Am I So Grateful Today?
I am the luckiest man in the world! I am at Starbucks with my first cup of dark roast and a blueberry scone and I didn’t have to pay for either! But that’s not why I feel like the luckiest man in the world. Today is my 69th birthday and am so grateful for still … Continue reading Why Am I So Grateful Today?
Abortion Ban In Tennessee
Today is the day in Tennessee when the abortion ban takes effect. Getting caught performing an abortion is a Class C felony punishable by three to 15 years in prison. That means that they will convict your doctor of this crime for saving your life because of a serious health issue related to your pregnancy … Continue reading Abortion Ban In Tennessee
Freedom Fest 2022
Springfield, tennessee… freedom fest 2022… howling sounds of live country music… powerful odors from food trucks… red, white, and blue shirts and pants… jesus t-shirts… christian booths handing out wrist bands… annoying flashing lights… funnel cakes… firemen walking… councilmen running… carnival rides and long lines… no alcohol… lemonade… kids with giant suckers… pizza… flip flops… … Continue reading Freedom Fest 2022
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