What is True Faith and What It Means to Trust
The author grapples with the meaning of true faith in Christianity, contrasting faith as growing confidence with faith as filling gaps in evidence. They cite Jesus and Paul, discuss the Heidelberg Catechism, and question whether true faith is active choice or a state of mind, using examples of certainty and belief.
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Joshua
Jonah
Hudsonville
Faith as Choice or State in a Christian View
Community columnist ponders whether faith is a volitional act or a mental state. He questions if belief can be chosen, compares mustard seed faith to firm confidence, and asks how evidence, honesty, and action shape faith. Tim Pennings of Holland invites reader thoughts and provides contact info.
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Michigan leaders press education as top gubernatorial priority
The MIHEART group and leaders from K-12, higher education, business, government, and nonprofits urge Bill Schuette and Gretchen Whitmer to make postsecondary credentials and talent-building the No 1 public policy priority. They call for early childhood education, quality pre-K and K-12, and targeted credential attainment to boost Michigan's economy and job prospects.
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Michigan
Total Talent
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Michigan Higher Education Attainment Roundtable
Michigan Higher Education Roundtable
Tim Lowton
Nancy Fishman
Council For Strong America
Nancy Moody
DTE Energy
Tom Cutler
USAF
Scott Wriggelsworth
Ingham County
Bill Miller
Michigan Association of Intermediate School Administrators
MAISA
Wendy Zdeb
Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals
Michael Hansen
Erica Orians
Michigan Community College Association
MCCA
Michigan Center For Student Success
MCSS
Brian Pyles
Jill Kroll
Michigan Department of Education
MDE
Robert LeFevre
Colby Cesaro
Michigan Independent Colleges & Universities
John Austin
Michigan State Board of Education
Kevin Stotts
Talent
Letters to the Editor on climate change and civic action
A reader argues against doomsday climate predictions and urges embracing cleaner energy and options for reducing fossil fuel use. The letter cites personal memory of past threats and calls for proactive engagement, with an emphasis on voting and civic education ahead of Nov. 6. Claudia Berry represents the Holland Area League of Women Voters urging voters to learn about candidates through forums and VOTE 411.
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