Day: August 31, 2005

Letter to an Atheist – Theology Essay Dear friend, Over the years, we have conversed about the existence of God. We have discussed creation and the unlikely theory that this vast, varied, and complex universe could have just come into existence by accident or have evolved over a trillion years.

An Everlasting Light – Theology Essay It’s a breathtaking experience when over 40 hot-air balloons light up the night sky in an evening balloon glow at the annual Centralia Balloon Fest. Vast crowds of people watch spellbound at the awesome sight. Joyful smiles spread across the faces of children and adults alike. I never tire…

Going for the Gold – Theology Essay The Hamm twins have come a long way from swinging from the rafters in their Waukesha, WI barn to going for a gold medal at the 2004 Summer Olympic Games in Athens, Greece. Paul Hamm became the first American in Olympic history to win the Men’s All-Around Gymnastics…

Soar Like An Eagle – Theology Essay They were not exactly barnyard buddies. As black clouds roiled high overhead and thunder rumbled in the distance, two birds looked up at the ominous sky. Though the two birds had lived in the barnyard since infancy they were as different as night and day. The chicken, with…

Don’t Wish Your Life Away – Theology Essay If you were given three personal wishes that would be certain to come true, what would they be? Some people are big on wishing. They throw coins in a fountain or wishing well, vie for the wishbone of the turkey, regularly thumb through their favorite wish book,…

The Witch of Endor – Theology Essay She wasn’t an ugly old hag, as many would characterize those involved in the dark side. Her cunning and cautious demeanor had enabled her to survive these many years. She now lived in fear and poverty. No longer could she openly ply her trade as a medium, the…

Thank God for God – Theology Essay As I was walking down the street the other day, I saw a figure coming toward me dressed in clothes reminiscent of those worn by the Pilgrims.“Who are you?” I asked, thinking this was a leftover from Halloween, perhaps just now finding his way home.

John came to me depressed and hopeless. As he talked, he painted a bleak picture of unemployment, old age, ill health, and feelings of failure and helplessness. “Whatever I do and whatever I try, it

This Christmas season, if at all possible, hold a baby in your arms. What do you feel, think, and wonder about that sweet, innocent baby? Perhaps you marvel at the new life in your arms and consider the potential of

The large living room window is constantly smudged and slathered up by Miki, our golden retriever. When we are gone from the house, Miki stands sentinel anticipating our return. When my wife pulls her car

Life in the ER – Theology Essay Working in the emergency room of a hospital can be extremely hectic and demanding. Recently my cousin’s wife started a second career as an EMT in the ER. She could tell you how stressful it is at times and yet rewarding.

Grandma’s Light Bread – Theology Essay Grandma’s light bread would melt in your mouth. In the 1950’s, rural electric had not yet reached our part of the countryside. As kerosene lamps gave a golden glow in the kitchen, I’d watch grandma mix and kneed the bread dough, put it in pans, and then set them…