Have you ever thought to yourself, “How relevant could a list of arbitrary Commandments, given to an ancient civilization, possibly be in our modern world? They are just a list of rules that restrict my freedom, and besides, they really aren’t all that relevant any more. Are they?” To dispel any doubts, let’s consider just […]
In my studying to learn the Ten Commandments and in striving to live them, I have learned many astounding “coincidences” that God has hidden from us in plain sight. As Father’s Day approaches, I am reminded of one of those “coincidences.” Hidden in Jesus’ response to the apostle’s plea for Him to teach them to […]
This week, US Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy issued an advisory warning regarding a “major public health crisis” leading to heart disease, dementia, anxiety, stroke and premature death. The culprit he blames in his warning is “an epidemic of loneliness.” That’s right, loneliness. According to a report released by the US Department of Health and Human Services this week, […]
With the arrival of springtime and summer in view, you may have on your agenda to head to the stores to update your summer wardrobe. Or, you may have made plans for a shopping outing with the children or grandchildren who have outgrown last year’s duds. As you head out, give some intentional thought about […]
In C.S. Lewis’s book The Great Divorce, one of the ghosts in the story has a lizard sitting on his shoulder whispering in his ear. The lizard is the ghost’s vice and, despite the wishes of the ghost to be rid of the lizard, he cannot make it go away. An angel, who has the ability […]
A Deeper Look at the Abortion Issue as Kansans Head to the Polls As my neighboring Kansans head to the polls today to vote on the “Value Them Both” amendment, the first constitutional amendment since the overturning of Roe vs. Wade throwing the issue of abortion back to the states, I propose we take a […]
By Guest Blogger June Van Buskirk Are you aware how frequently our daily Mass scriptures mention The Ten Commandments using a variety of different names for them such as “The law of Moses” or “Covenant of love?” In some instances, the specific Commandments are even clearly spelled out. All throughout Lent it is insightful how […]
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