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Christmas Claim — Who Was/Is Mary’s Son?
A classic Christmas carol asks the question: What Child Is This? And that is a not just a nice song, but a very important question to ask at Christmas time. Who was/is Mary’s Baby Boy? The New Testament gives some … Continue reading
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A Slaveholder Lie Still Circulates In 21st Century America
Slaveholder propaganda is still circulating in America in the 21st Century, even in the black community. Here are three examples: 1) A few years ago a black man I had never met stopped his beautiful pick-up truck beside me as … Continue reading
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A Computer Is More Like A Potato Sorter Than A Human Mind
Many people believe that a computer is like a human mind. However, in reality it is much more like a potato sorter than a mind. A popular world view is that material reality is all that exists. If something cannot … Continue reading
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Don’t Cringe At Criticism
Don’t cringe at criticism! When handled properly, criticism can become an opportunity to improve yourself and your performance in life. Here are six ways to positively deal with criticism from others: 1) Decide which type of criticism you are facing. … Continue reading
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Religion Without Conversion Is Accepting Without Questioning
In some Arab countries it is against the law for a person to convert to another religion than the religion of her/his birth and upbringing. However, having been raised in a particular religion is no indication of its truth or validity. Religion … Continue reading
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