Years ago, an American Reformed missionary in Europe complained to me that in the church he had planted, there was only one family. “Well,” I said, “why don’t you encourage the single ones to marry?” “It wouldn’t work,” he replied grimly, “they are mostly women. They don’t need my encouragement. But there are no men [...]
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In the previous article, when discussing the question of elderly care for parents for the specific case when the parents are either covenant-breakers or their actions reveal unredeemed heart, we started a discussion over the very nature and function of the family in the plan of God for dominion. We answered the following three questions: [...]
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Last week a good friend of mine asked me for advice about his situation of caring for a widowed parent who for years asked my friend and his brother for money. Apparently, the money asked for is far above the normal support, otherwise my friend wouldn’t see it as a problem. Obviously this is a [...]
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The cat that needs no introduction, Puss in Boots, is back (from the ‘Shrek’ film series) with a movie adventure of his own! The story is his rise to legendary status as a criminal, hero, and “the furry lover.” The friendship that turns rotten between Puss and Humpty Dumpty is loaded with themes of loyalty and betrayal as they seek to find mercy and justice together. Is this spinoff family flick purrrrfect? Or is it worthy of the litter box? Find out now on Movieology!
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The trailer for ‘Machine Gun Preacher’ wowed Christians with it’s explosive action and obvious religious themes. But does the actual film deliver as an edifying and uplifting tale of compassion? or is it merely a overbearing symposium of ‘Machine Gun Preachiness?’ Find out right now, on Movieology!
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‘Spy Kids 4′ promises action-packed family togetherness and out of this world aromas with the Aromascope. ‘Part 4′ introduces a whole new family of spies with unique family shortcomings and ambitions, but is the new spy family a welcome refresh to the otherwise silly continuation of this movie’s franchise? Find out now on Movieology!
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If you’re like me, you’re tired of watching America head downhill, especially when it means the erosion of our culture, wealth, faith, and the steamrolling of our rights and liberties. And if you’re like me, you want to do something about it as soon as possible. But you also probably know better than to believe [...]
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Folks…I just heard one of the best sermons I’ve ever heard in my life. I was so convicted that I qustioned whether or not to write this blog, or spend the rest of the evening in prayer. Fortunately for you…I’m blogging! Dr. Gary North spoke this morning, (see my previous blog). Following him was Joel [...]
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What is the first principle of economics? Some economists will claim that it’s supply and demand, while others insist that it’s scarcity or the division of labor. The first principle of economics is “thou shalt not steal.”The word economics is derived from two Greek words: oikos, meaning “house,” and nomos, meaning “law.” Combined we get [...]
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You’ve heard the news about South Carolina governor Mark Sanford’s affair. He has resigned from his position as chariman of the Republican Governor’s Assoc., but has made no motion toward leaving his gubenatorial office. The question has been raised, “Sould he resign?” Do we need to ask? Yes! Resign! You have broken the most important [...]
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