Ghosts and faith amid storms on the sea
A devotional meditation compares the disciples’ fear in the boat with Jesus walking on water as a sign of divine presence. It urges faith over fear, recounts Peter’s attempt to walk to Jesus, and asserts the Holy Spirit’s protection and eternal salvation in Christ.
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River quest and barefoot sacks tale from Wells Texas
A family hunts for a nearby river near Wells Texas and returns with funny stories. Uncle Lee Parker walks barefoot to prove toughness but sacks wear thin and bare feet return. The piece muses on pursuit of happiness purpose and sacrifice, citing the Rich Young Ruler and a pearl of great price as lessons.
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Texas
Lee Parker
Jesus
Catholic bishops urge support for Prop 8 in California
California Catholic Conference calls parishioners to back Proposition 8 to overturn the same sex marriage ruling. Bishops cite family ideals, plan parish materials ahead of election day. list regional dioceses and archdioceses represented. Associated Press report from Morristown and Anderson.
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Morning Has Broken praise amid Gulf Coast rain
A reader reflects on tropical storm Edoard bringing beneficial rain, recalling Caxia and other hurricanes. They praise God for creation, compare storms to a fine watch, and honor the hymn Morning Has Broken by Eleanor Farjeon. The piece ends with gratitude and praise.
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Withholding salvation and the churchs control over souls
A philosophical critique of Christian theology argues that the church claims power to grant or withhold eternal blessing, exposing the inherent problem of humans judging others spiritual fate. It questions why an omniscient God would delegate such power and calls for a new, more honest understanding of salvation that honors God and the Bible.
Cleaning the Windshield Sparks a Moral Lesson
While cleaning a car windshield, two spots appeared in sight lines only to reveal the specks were inside the glass. The moment became a meditation on Matthew 7:5, urging self-examination before judging others. The narrator reflects on hypocrisy and the need to address personal flaws first.
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