Good article here, by Joshua Torrey. AI is becoming ubiquitous. It is available, but it does not serve us. It does not do the job that pastors and teachers do. Joshua Torrey develops this nicely. The bottom line is the soul.
Aug 21
My Soul, There Is a Country by Henry Vaughan (1621-1695)
You may read the poem here, where I initially found it, if you wish, before reading the analysis below. PDF here. Overview Henry Vaughan’s My Soul, There Is a Country is a short devotional poem in which the poet speaks directly to his own soul. He reminds it that this visible, changing world is not …
Aug 12
A Baker’s Dozen of Timeless Virtues
I made a page where I discuss 13 qualities that shape strong, faithful character. Link.
Aug 11
The Pulley by George Herbert — lest we rest in Nature, not the God of Nature
I came across a wonderful poem by George Herbert, titled, The Pulley. Read the text of the poem below. Understanding George Herbert’s “The Pulley” George Herbert’s The Pulley begins with a wonderfully imaginative picture of creation. God stands with a “glass of blessings” and pours his gifts upon humanity. Strength, beauty, wisdom, honor, and pleasure—all …
Aug 03
How to Succeed and Add Value to Any Project
I found this on Twitter/X. There are a lot of good ideas here. Confirmation from the Bible Way to add value Old Testament New Testament Proverbs 1. Spot problems early Nehemiah 2:11–18 — Nehemiah quietly inspected Jerusalem’s walls, identified the problem, and then presented a plan. Acts 6:1–7 — The apostles recognized that neglected widows …
Jun 29
Are We a Christian Nation?
Q: Are We a Christian Nation? A: No, the United States of America is not a Christian nation.* But wait, didn’t Christianity affect the founding and creation of the US? Yes, it did heavily. *Why Are We Not a Christian Nation? We are not a Christian Nation because: †Comment on the Christian Principles Q: Are …
Apr 17
The Declaration of Independence: Let’s not just remember it fondly, but reaffirm it’s principles
July 4, 2026 will be the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. This year we need to rethink, and reaffirm it’s important principles. Its truths are universal, they are as true today as they were 250 years ago. The Declaration of Independence did not establish a government. It set down principles. …
Mar 26
Jon Meacham on the Pursuit of a More Perfect Union
Here is an excellent podcast on The Russell Moore Show. I highly recommend listening to all of it. Meacham is quite balanced and realistic and very knowledgeable on history. It is a discussion with Jon Meacham and Meacham’s new anthology, American Struggle: Democracy, Dissent, and the Pursuit of a More Perfect Union,. In it, Meacham argues …
Mar 19
John Perkins Stood (Almost) Alone
John Perkins, a Christian minister, civil rights activist and author, passed away this month. Russell Moore wrote a nice article, titled, Why John Perkins Stood (Almost) Alone, in Christianity Today. John Perkins is an inspiration.
Mar 16
5 Names of Jesus
Each brings power. Each releases a level of authority. ▶️ Video. (It may be debatable if these are names of Jesus or names of God. I’m not an authority on that. Since Jesus is fully God and fully man, I won’t bicker.)
1 John 4:19
http://quoteseverlasting.com/quotations/category/c-s-lewis-2/