In the 1920s and 30s, European archaeologists excavated the Roman colony of Dura-Europos in eastern Syria. Sassanid Persians laid siege to the city in 256 A.D., so residents prepared its defense by stuffing soil and debris into the houses and … Continue reading Jesus the Great Philosopher | Book Review
Today, over at InfluenceMagazine.com: Stephen Blandino asks three questions to help you discover your core values. We note a Gallup poll indicating that healthy eating makes for happy eaters. Please make sure to follow and like InfluenceInfluence magazine on Facebook, Twitter, and … Continue reading Wednesday’s Influence Online Articles
In 1 John 1:4, John writes something that at first glance seems self-centered, but a second look shows us an important truth about the relationship of our happiness and the wellbeing of others. Here’s what John says: “We write this to make our joy complete.” At first glance, doesn’t that look self-centered? What if I said to you, “I write The Daily Word for you in order to make myself happy”? Wouldn’t that strike you as more than a bit narcissistic? Shouldn’t I have some higher motivation than my own positive feelings? In the Christian tradition, the highest virtues are … Continue reading Our Happiness, Others’ Wellbeing (1 John 1:4)
REVIVAL WATCH: “Pentecostal Renewal Transforms Rwanda after Genocide.” A MORMON TAKE ON BAPTISM IN THE SPIRIT: “Choose a life of constant refinement.” LET’S HOPE NOT! OR HOPE SO? “The Next Billy Graham Might Be Drunk Right Now.” CAN A FALSE TEACHING BE FALSIFIED? “Scientologists in feud over leader.” Because he has strayed from the teachings of L. Ron Hubbard… ATHEIST REDUCTIONISTS, THAT IS: “Reductionists on Parade.” See also “Against Atheist Cant.” WOULD YOU RATHER CLIMB A HILL OR TAKE A N.A.P.? “Atheists Face Uphill Climb With New Political Party.” BECAUSE NOTHING RUINS SOMETHING LIKE POLITICS DOES: “Saving Happiness from Politics.” … Continue reading The World Wide Religious Web for Wednesday, January 4, 2012
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