Category Archives: Culture

Beware of practicing a “Social Gospel”…

Posted on February 4, 2011 by Mary

My friend Michelle just emailed me this info and I asked her if I could share it here on the blog. She is my go-to girl for keeping up with current events we Christians need to be concerned about. *** … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity and Culture | 2 Comments

Why Homeschool? A Christian’s perspective.

Posted on February 23, 2010 by Mary

This morning as I slipped and slid my way to the chicken house over ice and snow, hurrying to get my morning chores done, I realized how cool it is that I was excited to get back to the house, … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity, Culture, Home Schooling and Parenting | 9 Comments

Taking Our Debt to Christ for Granted

Posted on March 6, 2009 by Mary

Here in America, we can hardly fathom being tortured for our faith. Watching our husbands or wives being beaten, electrically shocked, knifed, used as urinals. Enduring repeated imprisonments because the call of God for the lost souls around you is so … Continue reading →

Posted in Book Recommendations, Christianity and Culture | 4 Comments

Casualties of the American Dream

Posted on January 14, 2009 by Mary

Every dream has its price. Some of the costs are obvious, while others sneak up on you, gradually. In the name of progress, as Henry would say. That would be the Henry of Henry and the Great Society, which I … Continue reading →

Posted in Book Recommendations, Culture and Life | 12 Comments

Very Encouraged at McCain’s Choice of VP

Posted on August 30, 2008 by Mary

So McCain chose a woman, and what a woman! This political race is getting more exciting–finally! I wanted to point you to two wonderful articles…one written by Christian fiction authors, Brock and Bodie Thoene, about John McCain’s grueling POW experiences … Continue reading →

Posted in Culture and In The News | 21 Comments

God and Sports

Posted on May 14, 2008 by Mary

Which is more important to the average Christian today, God or sports? This is probably a touchy subject to cover here, especially this time of year. Most of our friends and family members are gearing up for the early summer … Continue reading →

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Contentment: Caught Between Bitter and Sweet

Posted on January 15, 2008 by Mary

Not long ago, I was reading The Brushstroke Legacy by Lauraine Snelling, and the main character’s description of her best friend caught my attention. Here it is: “But then Bethany would give her some line about God’s grace being new … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Seeds Roasting…

Posted on November 1, 2007 by Mary

It felt so good staying home tonight, gutting pumpkins with hubby and doctoring up the seeds with the girlies. Acappella singing “This Little Light of Mine” in the background and chicken stir-fry sizzling in the skillet. My theory on Halloween … Continue reading →

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Focus On The Family’s Take on Blogs

Posted on October 9, 2007 by Mary

Intrigued? I was. It’s at the Focus site and titled: Dangers of Online Blogs. The subtitle reads: “Like the Internet as a whole, you should be aware of the dangers of online blogs and blogging.” As you know, I’ve never … Continue reading →

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What is Your Calling?

Posted on August 13, 2007 by Mary

I’m so often conflicted by needs that arise around me. Who isn’t, right? There are dozens of worthwhile causes that tug at my heart and conscience. I’m blessed to be a part of a true body of believers at church. … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity, Culture and Home Schooling | 19 Comments