As College Graduates Hit the Workforce, So Do More Entitlement-Minded Workers
Research conducted by the University of New Hampshire shows that members of Generation Y are more entitlement-minded than older workers
Entitlement is often thought of as a component of narcissism. Narcissists believe that they are worthy of a certain level of respect and rewards, and they are determined to get that level of respect and reward, no matter what. “A great source of frustration for people with a strong sense of entitlement is unmet expectations.... Continue Reading
A Sure Hope for the Future
One of Paul’s great summaries of the Christian life: “Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer”
Paul and the other biblical authors talk about hope that is certain, hope that cannot fail, and hope that will never disappoint or embarrass you. The New Testament calls hope the anchor of the soul. Why? What is it that makes it certain? The answer is God’s sure promises and the demonstration of His faithfulness... Continue Reading
Abortion Clinics Closing at Record Rate
Reasons vary, but the trend is clear
Sullenger said in a written statement, “We do anticipate an increase in the number of abortion clinics as new laws are enacted and inspections increase. Enforcement of laws on the books has always been the key. We simply have never found an abortion clinic that complies with the law on all points. For Abby... Continue Reading
Happy Birthday Dear
"She was not cheated of her due, but blessed beyond measure."
Denise did not get three score and ten. She did not even get 48 years. As such it is a temptation for me to consider all that we have lost. I look at my children, especially our youngest who was just a year old when she was diagnosed with cancer, barely two when she died,... Continue Reading
Richard Dawkins’ (Hypocritical) Defense of “Mild Pedophilia”
Dawkins has faced another round of criticism for his comments that he thinks sex abuse scandals are overhyped
Dawkins explains that as a child, he was sexually molested by one of his teachers, as were some of his classmates. “I don’t think he did any of us lasting harm,” he explains. Dawkins odd stance ironically led him to defend the Catholic Church, minimizing the sex-abuse scandal that they faced: “Although I’m no friend... Continue Reading
Colorado businessman wins latest victory against contraceptive mandate
The Justice Department has 45 days to appeal the preliminary injunction order entered in Briscoe’s favor
Briscoe is just one of 200 business owners, religious companies, social service organizations, and colleges suing the federal government over the contraceptive mandate. According to the Becket Fund for Religious Liberty, one of the legal groups representing several cases, 29 of the 32 for-profit organizations that have filed suit against the government secured temporary relief... Continue Reading
What I Wish I Said
Confessions of a traumatized father upon sending his first child to college
I tried summoning up some words of wisdom, or even something profound to say. It’s not like this moment caught me (an admittedly slow learner) by surprise. “This is it,” I thought, heaving a weary sigh instead of taking a deep manly breath. “Better make this count.” It finally happened. Last week, standing beside... Continue Reading
Superman Pastors Are Bound to Fail
Many pastors have learned and practiced a deficient model of leadership in the last century: the Superman model
Pastors cannot micromanage every detail of every ministry in their church. My congregation can’t serve well or grow and develop if I interject every time I think I could offer better counsel or oversight. As Jesus sent out the twelve in Matthew 10, so also we need to be willing to release our people for... Continue Reading
Gross
How many times have we offended God with poor choices and he loved us regardless of the motivation behind them?
I think of how many times I have offended God with my poor choices regardless of my motivation behind making them. But He never left my side. He was not pleased with my actions but He stayed with me through my illness of sin. God would not leave my side because I was His son... Continue Reading
Parental Knowledge: Where Are My Blind Spots?
Kids who learn about the risks of drugs from their parents are 50 percent less likely to use drugs and alcohol than those who do not
Perhaps it is those parents who have established good relationships with their teens who find it easier to speak with them about drug use. These parents see very positive results, not because they dialogued about alcohol, but because they had already established positive relationships. Are the good results dependent upon the dialogue or on the... Continue Reading
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