Category: On Faith
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A Misguided Comparison: A Biblical Perspective on Justice Jackson’s Analogy
Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson’s comparison of laws prohibiting child sex changes to historical bans on interracial marriage is both logically and morally flawed. While the intention may have been to highlight perceived discrimination, such an analogy fails to hold up under scrutiny. Approaching the matter with both Biblical wisdom and human compassion, this essay demonstrates…
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Superman — The Struggle of Sinners and the Path to Salvation
Superman, one of the most iconic superheroes in the DC Comics universe, is often portrayed as an almost invincible being with powers beyond human comprehension. Despite his incredible strength, speed, and flight abilities, Superman, also known as Clark Kent, is not without weaknesses. His vulnerabilities, particularly Kryptonite and magic, serve as symbols of human fragility…
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The Spiritual Significance of Thanksgiving for Christians
Thanksgiving is a cherished holiday in the United States, marked by feasts, family gatherings, and reflections on the blessings of life. Thanksgiving with family should be a festive time but can also be a very chaotic time as one prepares for the big meal. Though the modern celebration is associated with good food and football,…
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Dead Poets Society: Individuality vs. Conformity
Dead Poets Society, directed by Peter Weir and starring Robin Williams and Ethan Hawke, is a thought-provoking film that tackles themes of individuality, freedom, and the consequences of defying societal expectations. Set in the 1950s at a conservative all-boys prep school, Welton Academy, the film explores the impact of an unconventional English teacher, John Keating,…
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Growing in the Grace of Jesus Christ Through the Word of God
Spiritual growth is a cornerstone of the Christian life. For the believer, growth is not just about moral improvement or gaining knowledge, but it is an ongoing process of transformation into the likeness of Jesus Christ. This transformation is fueled by the grace of God, and one of the primary means through which that grace…
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My Testimony
April 2nd, 1996, I accepted Christ into my life. The picture below was taken (without my knowledge) as I contemplated the glory of God the very next morning on the edge of a river flowing through the rainforest of Australia, wondering what it all meant. I was completing my student-teaching in Sydney and God found…
Seeking Truth in Today's Troubled World 