2005/07/30
by J. Randal
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“I’m not a vegetarian because I love animals. I am a vegetarian because I hate plants.” –A. Whitney Brown Ha! I guess every person has his particular reasons for why they do things. And I’m a vegetarian because (1) my … Continue reading
2005/07/30
by J. Randal
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A comment on 1 Corinthians 16:15: Since Stephanas and his household have assigned themselves or devoted themselves to the service of God’s people, it seems likely that Paul perceives them not only as the first converts as such but more … Continue reading
2005/07/30
by J. Randal
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“Too much reasoning is a great distraction. Those who reason – the indevout wise – quench the inward spirit as the wind extinguishes a candle. After being with them for awhile, we perceive our hearts dry, and our mind off … Continue reading
2005/07/29
by J. Randal
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I returned to participating in the church-of-Christ list on Yahoo. Here’s my post as I hooked back in: I’m back on the list, still not back in my office, but maybe by the first of next week. The sheetrock (fairly … Continue reading
2005/07/29
by J. Randal
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From Agape Press: “Connecticut’s Bishop Andrew Smith recently made an unannounced visit to St. John’s Episcopal Church in Bristol and temporarily suspended Rector Mark Hansen from all of his activities as a priest. With the help of 12 assistants, the … Continue reading
2005/07/28
by J. Randal
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From Zenit.org: “First of all, if ‘creationism’ means six-day creation as a few Christian fundamentalists still hold, then there is no chance in the world that the Catholic Church will join that cause. But ‘creationism’ can also refer to the … Continue reading
2005/07/28
by J. Randal
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Brazilian Priest Brutally Murdered RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil, JULY 27, 2005 (Zenit.org).- The Diocese of Nova Iguacu buried a young priest, ordained only five years ago, who shot dead by unknown assailants. On Monday the police found the body of … Continue reading
2005/07/27
by J. Randal
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“Ability will see a Chance and snatch it. Who has a Match will find a Place to scratch it.” –Arthur Guiterman, A Poet’s Proverbs I’ve read a few pieces from this book, from the 1920s. I’d LOVE to have it!
2005/07/27
by J. Randal
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He apparently didn’t care for radio, but do you suppose he might have enjoyed the Internet?
2005/07/27
by J. Randal
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Everybody seems to be in awe of L. Armstrong. If this quote is really his, count me out: “When I was sick, I didn’t want to die. When I race I don’t want to lose. Dying and losing, it’s the … Continue reading