Category Archives: In the News

A Heart Monitor That Doesn’t Need Batteries

Have you seen that TV commercial where a guy stops random people coming by his little stand to ask a question? After his friendly greeting, he simply says, “How’s 

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Time for Some Spiritual Counterinsurgency

When I watch the news these days, I sometimes feel a real kinship with Jesus’ disciples, James and John. Given the awful scenes we’ve 

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Taking Sides vs. Taking Over

While I’ve never officiated as a qualified referee in an athletic contest, I’ve often felt like I needed a 

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Unified Diversity Unleashed

As we indicated in last week’s post, the awful announcement of Charlie Kirk’s assassination wasn’t just another news item in our house. Since that unforgettable afternoon last Wednesday, we’ve 

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In No Uncertain Terms

Sometimes things happen that are laden with implications that make them far too significant to be ignored. We witnessed another 

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Immeasurable Loss vs. Invincible Love

Sadly, by the time this post goes out, the tragic, deadly flood in Kerrville, Texas will have become old news for many. Seasoned consumers of American news have been 

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