As a religious believer, but also as one who has never participated in Ash Wednesday by receiving an ash cross on my forehead, I must say it looks creepy and cultish to see such large numbers of people with ashes on their foreheads. I was out shopping this evening and was surrounded by many a man … [Read more...]
Priorities…
February 12, 2013 by 9 Comments
Pew Research releases every so often a poll of what Americans consider priorities for the country. Here's what I would find amusing if it weren't so sad: In the president's first term, his policies weakened the economy, weakened the job situation (for every job created, more than 20 people went on … [Read more...]
Is the Bible’s definition of faith opposed to logic and evidence?
February 11, 2013 by 12 Comments
I had been planning for some time now to craft a post on this topic, and now I don't have to. This is a 'copy & paste' summary, you should read the entire post: (Wintery Knight) -- What is faith according to the Bible? [T]hree Biblical examples to support the idea that faith is not blind … [Read more...]
Sunday Science: Incontrovertible evidence a benevolent God exists
February 10, 2013 by 2 Comments
Up until now the effectiveness of apologetic arguments for the existence of God have relied solely on who interprets the evidence. In other words, unconverted Atheists claim that no good evidence exists for God because if there were good evidence, they'd concede their atheism. However a new … [Read more...]
The Diaries of Dr. Fred
February 9, 2013 by 3 Comments
Here in New England we were just hit hard by one of the worst blizzards in recent history. At my home I registered 34 inches on flat windless ground. Drifts were nearly four and a half feet tall, and the sides of my driveway are now guarded by walls of snow taller than six feet. A friend of mine, … [Read more...]
If Liberals had their way…
February 9, 2013 by 20 Comments
And before anyone wants to challenge the thought that Liberals don't try to condition girls while they're young to become morally numb to abortion, they persistently fight parental notification laws requiring a child's parents know that their daughter is, 1) sexually active and, 2) their daughter is … [Read more...]
So God made a Liberal…
February 8, 2013 by 24 Comments
If you find yourself on the Conservative end of the political spectrum, this is pretty amusing. If not, you'll roll your eyes and probably won't finish watching it, because it won't be funny to you. Either way, Conservatives: enjoy it. Liberals: learn to laugh at yourselves once in a while. … [Read more...]
25: The best age for an abortion
February 8, 2013 by 3 Comments
Or so says Jezebel: It's impossible to open a magazine or turn on a TV show without hearing someone yammer on about when it's best for women to have babies. Do it too soon, and you'll basically be poor forever and your kid will end up becoming a Florida carnie when he grows up. Wait too long and … [Read more...]
Proud Democrat indeed…
February 7, 2013 by 7 Comments
I am willing to give the benefit of the doubt and assume that this is someone posing as a "Proud Democrat". Of course it would be easier to give that benefit if I didn't know people (not necessarily Democrats) who were this... let's just say, special. Either way, this person cancels out someone's … [Read more...]
Is opposition to gay Boy Scout leaders discrimination or prudence?
February 7, 2013 by 22 Comments
Opposition to gay men serving as Boy Scout leaders shouldn't be as controversial as it has been. Unfortunately, people have emotional reactions to issues such as this, where they believe a person (or "class" of people) is being discriminated against. This really isn't about the individual … [Read more...]
Background checks might not be the answer to gun violence
February 6, 2013 by 21 Comments
When the gun control debate first manifested and suggestions were being made, I was on board -- hesitantly -- with instituting background checks for firearm purchases. On its surface it sounds reasonable, right? We should check to see if a potential gun purchaser is a felon (I agree) or has a … [Read more...]
Superbowl commercialism
February 5, 2013 by Leave a Comment
A lot has been said about Dodge's poignant "Farmer" and Budweiser's heartwarming "Clydesdale" commercials during this year's Superbowl. Sure, they were pretty good. However, the blue ribbon of this year's game was Oreo's Library. … [Read more...]
Is it reasonable to reject the Gospels as eyewitness accounts? Part 6
February 5, 2013 by 1 Comment
This is part 6 of a six part series. PART 1, PART 2, PART 3, PART 4, PART 5 Objection: The gospels themselves in their own writings, never verify authorship. Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John were assumed names by Church History. This objection makes sense only if it is absolutely necessary to … [Read more...]
Karma
February 5, 2013 by 6 Comments
If there's one piece of "religious" fabric which is most woven into general non-religious life it's that of Karma. Or at least what people believe to be Karma. Getting what one deserves, the cosmic justice from the impersonal punishing people for one's selfishness, thievery, etc. As with many … [Read more...]
On the road to Utopia
February 1, 2013 by 11 Comments
I snapped these photos whilst out and about not long ago. It really sheds light on the mindset of the person who would re-elect President Obama to a second term given the abysmal conditions with which we find our nation. Mind you, the bumper stickers have been on this vehicle for at least three … [Read more...]
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