Tag Archives: Religion & Spirituality

Burning Your Enemies Alive

Posted on February 15, 2015 by David B. Smith

The entire planet suddenly finds itself standing united in its moral outrage against the ISIS crime of burning a man alive. Jordanian pilot Moath al-Kasasbeh perished at the hands of terrorists who executed their captive with fire. What kind of … Continue reading →

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A Healthy Dose of Ambition

Posted on November 29, 2014 by David B. Smith

This is a readable autobiography describing Sotomayor’s improbable rise to the highest court in the land. Her descriptions of life as an immigrant child are colorful and revealing; this is a briskly-paced tale, interesting to read with a few lagging … Continue reading →

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“Sycamore Row” and Judgment Day

Posted on September 14, 2014 by David B. Smith

  Sycamore Row is John Grisham returning to form with a tightly written and entertaining legal drama. There are a couple of sweet plot twists here that make this a pleasurable read. In the end, the jury gets it right … Continue reading →

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A Salute to the Missionary Band

Posted on June 1, 2014 by David B. Smith

I had a nice reunion chat after church yesterday with Nancy Jensen, who was my very first date! SA banquet, November, 1968, Far Eastern Academy. She said yes out of pity, I’m sure . . . but these 46 years … Continue reading →

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Captain Phillips and the Second Coming

Posted on October 21, 2013 by David B. Smith

Okay, I cried at the movies yesterday for maybe the first time in a decade. For two hours and fifteen minutes Captain Phillips and his crew had to battle Somali pirates who forced their way aboard the Maersk Alabama and … Continue reading →

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Creativity #1: Church With Cliffie and Norm

Posted on August 29, 2013 by David B. Smith

A few saints were no doubt aghast, but “Chris,” a thirtysomething listener, was effusive in his praise. “You guys played a bit of ‘Hotel California’ on a Voice of Prophecy radio show? I love it!” Quick, let me explain. I … Continue reading →

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Book Review: “Lord, I Have a Question”

Posted on August 19, 2013 by David B. Smith

  Pastor Dan’s book crackles with thought-provoking illustrations – just like the man’s sermons. He’s not afraid to tackle all the difficult issues that have plagued Christians for generations. This is an honest, no-holds-barred discussion of matters that deserve much … Continue reading →

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