Long before the days of email, SMS, messaging apps and social media, people used to communicate by — believe it or not — writing letters. By hand. We’ve come a long way since then. The advent of computers has transformed the way we communicate. Now with a few keystrokes, we Read more…
Some of the best Christmas music invites us to listen. In “Do You Hear What I Hear?”, a lamb invites a shepherd boy to listen to a song high above the trees, then a king pleads with his subjects to listen to his message about a Child sleeping in the Read more…
If you looked up the word “freedom” in a dictionary, you might be surprised to find a picture and biography of Isaac Lidsky as a case study. His story is a reminder of the relationship between freedom and potential. The Storybook Life of Isaac Lidsky As a child, Isaac appeared Read more…
Some good things get better with time — like the iconic Volkswagen Beetle and my parents’ marriage. Volkswagen began production of the bug-eyed Beetle in 1945. The vehicle’s unique shape, size and efficiency made it a practical and popular choice for many drivers. Its popularity grew with each passing year. Read more…
The castle’s stone hallways echoed with the intermittent clanging of steel swords wielded by two antagonists clad in medieval garb. After a seemingly endless battle, the Black Knight emerged victorious over his bitter archenemy, the Duke. With his foe eliminated, the victor climbed the staircase where the fair princess awaited, Read more…
Recently I attended a fundraiser with my family. We sat at a table with another family and became acquainted over dinner. As we exchanged the usual questions about our church affiliations, it was no surprise to hear them say how pleased they were with the preaching and teaching in their Read more…
“A merry heart doeth good like a medicine . . . .” (Proverbs 17:22a) In most instances we all feel good after a great laugh. But what happens when life ain’t funny no more? Several years ago, the unexpected death of Robin Williams sparked many conversations. Of all the careers Read more…