Coexistence: Existing peacefully together. The state of two or more things existing together, usually in a temporal or spacial sense, with or without mutual interaction. It doesn’t sound too bad. As humans, we all have a deep longing for peace and to imagine a day when all people and religions...

In recent news, there has been an uproar over plans formed by a group of radical Muslims – specifically to build a Mosque, Islamic Cultural Center, or some other immense structure at Ground Zero. There tends to be an immense lack of understanding of the reasons why the jihadists desire to build...

We live in an age of unparalleled ease. Need something to eat? Just call up the nearest Pizza delivery service. Need to get somewhere? Don’t bother pulling out the map, just tell your GPS where to direct you. If you’re tired of the current TV channel, a push of a button will take care of...

Early last November found me in Corpus Christi, Texas, participating in a communications conference. I treasure that experience as one of the most wonderful weeks of my life, because as well as having an utterly amazing time with everyone, I was exposed to truths which have cemented themselves permanently...

Cross-Eyed is a great resource and we’ve heard some great stories about people finding encouragement through the site, but the fact is, we can’t compete with books. Go to the Christian section of your local bookstore, pull out almost any old book and you’ve got us beat. Why? Kimi Harris,...

I believe in Santa Claus.  That’s right. I, a twenty-nine year old guy, believe in Santa Claus. I believe in him because I have met him. Before anyone starts wondering about whether I ought to be put into a straitjacket, let me clarify. I did not meet a jolly fat guy in a big red suit with a sled...

It’s the holiday season once again and as we go about our business we’re constantly reminded of the fact by “holiday carols” blared across every radio station and store intercom we encounter. It’s a normal part of Christmas and when you get home it’s great to hop on...

I’m talking with Luke Harper age 16, one of the creators of Josiah Road – a spiritual development initiative that focuses on motivating and encouraging students to stand up and lead as Christ-followers in the student community. The initiative was inspired by principles gleaned from the biblical account...

Are you prepared for the drama…the romance…the comedy…of the original science fiction story?  Ironically, it happens to be a true story.  Sit right back and you’ll hear how the unbelievable hypothesis became the darling tale of a once scientific Western Civilization. The origin...

“One reason why sin flourishes is that it is treated like a cream puff instead of a rattlesnake.” – Billy Sunday I recall reading that quote in one of my Christian Daily Planner journals when I was about ten years old. It didn’t strike me as being a very profound quote at the time, but it remained...

Within his first few months in office, President Obama has been photographed bowing to a Muslim king and recorded telling the Muslim world that Islam has a “proud tradition of tolerance,” all the while keeping mum about the unprincipled election fiasco that is keeping Ahmadinejad in power over Iran. As...

Four Easy Steps to Make a Difference in the Lives of Those Deployed to Combat “We support the troops.” That statement is often bandied about. Many of us say these words automatically, almost like a child who recites his bed-time prayers – not thinking about what he is praying. Many people who “support...

The Supreme Court is a somewhat mysterious domain of American Government. The only input that the American people have in selecting their Supreme Court justices is their vote for the President. The importance of that input is evident when you consider that the Supreme Court is the highest court in the...

Dear Parents, Every time I turn around it’s in the news – “Gay Marriage Foes Knocked Down” “Gay Curriculum Proposal Riles Elementary School Parents.” In fact, one of the most crucial and publicized issues in the United States today is gay marriage. Other issues such as abortion and Christian...

Oddly enough, the most famous Miss USA contestant this year did not actually win the Miss USA crown. The name of the reigning Miss USA has slipped my mind, but the first runner-up, Miss California, Carrie Prejean, has in some ways already been bestowed with a reigning platform: traditional marriage and...