Ashura-Muslim Holiday

01/02/09

Author: Cherie Gray

We are in the middle of an important Muslim holiday called Ashura, recognized by Shiite Muslims only.  It is not so much a holiday as it is a remembrance of a great battle that took place several years ago when many were...

Christianity Creates Economy

12/29/08

Author: Tom Terry

I've been reflecting back upon Christmas in a way that most people tend not too. I've decided that I'm all for the commercialization of Christmas. In fact, during a time of bad economics, more Christmas commercialization is...

Somalia, Sudan, Ethiopia and Zimbabwe-Where’s the “Peace on Earth, Good Will Toward Men?”

12/22/08

Author: Julie Barrier

The top ten health crises in the world are refusing aid. In Somalia, violence is worsening and healthcare has collapsed. Fighting in eastern DR Congo and north-west Pakistan has left many displaced. In Sudan, Darfur violence...

Dalai Lama, Buddhism and Aloneness

12/08/08

Author: Tom Terry

Last week, the Dalai Lama, Buddhism's spiritual leader made this astounding quote,

"Too much attachment towards your children, towards your partner," was "one of the obstacles or hindrances to peace of...

The Enduring Importance of the Gospel

11/20/08

Author: Matt Lynn

I’m convinced that we must be continually reminded of the message of the gospel of Jesus Christ. In this world, we face a great a great accuser (Rev. 12:10), an expert liar (John 8:44b) who desires to skew and pervert the...