Why Thankfulness Matters
At this time when our nation pauses to give thanks, I think it’s worth reflecting on why thankfulness matters. First, thankfulness is an acknowledgement that much of what we have didn’t originate with us. Only God is uncreated. The rest of us received a great deal from our parents who raised us, our teachers who […]
Are New Year’s Resolutions a Waste of Time?
New year’s resolutions are famously short-lived. Those who still make them start off well, intending to lose weight, exercise more, or save money. But more often than not, the willpower quickly runs out and the resolution dies a quiet death while the old habits reign victorious. Should we even bother? Numbers 6 gives some historical […]
Dissatisfied with Christmas?
Christmas is all about family. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard that in the popular Christmas movies. It’s a nice sentiment. But it’s completely wrong. Family is good, but as we all know, it’s flawed too. Some of us don’t even like spending time with family because of unsettled feuds. Family can’t support the […]
What is Advent, and Why Does it Matter?
If all you knew of American society was based on department stores, you would likely assume that Christmas is a day or two after Halloween. That is what happens when Christmas is merely a break from work, with time spent with family opening gifts. That is also what happens when waiting has no intrinsic value. […]