Easter is a religious holiday, not unlike Christmas, that has become so much more about all the other stuff - cards, gifts, goodies, and family gatherings - than the religious significance. I am not necessarily complaining about it, merely recognizing it. All the kitsch and family tradition that goes along with Easter has dwarfed the [...]
Tag: Jesus Christ
What if Jesus was gay?
I have been watching from afar the whole Phil Robertson drama. His comments about homosexuality got him suspended from his show Duck Dynasty by A & E, but the backlash A & E received from followers of the show and those who hold like religious-based views caused A & E to capitulate and retract the [...]
North Dakota Legislators – WWJD?
Far be it for me to underestimate the challenges inherent in being a legislator. I understand that it is a cumbersome task that carries with it a tremendous mantle of responsibility. Legislators need to represent their constituents while also remaining true to the platform upon which they were elected. Legislators are constantly having to compromise [...]
WW?D
When the WWJD wristband phenomenon began I found it interesting. An acronym printed across a rubber wristband to remind us to be good to each other and to follow the general teachings of Jesus - alrighty then. I don't believe I have written about the Big J.C. in my blog before and I have never [...]
THE NEW FORTY 