Happy Independence Day! The atmosphere on July 4 is a special one. People celebrate. Many set aside politics to jointly appreciate being citizens of America. Patriotism is on display. When I was young, one of the most popular ways that boys could become better citizens was through the Boy Scouts. Though I joined when the … Continue reading How to be a great citizen
Kingdom of God
Have You Paid Your Taxes?
April 15 is quickly approaching, and we know what that means. It is tax day. I will admit that I do not like paying taxes. I would rather keep more of my money. Also, I do not always agree with what the money is used to do. Governments are made up of people who are … Continue reading Have You Paid Your Taxes?
What Do People See in You?
John Hess-Yoder was a missionary in Laos. While overseas he discovered some historical facts about the area that pictures the Kingdom of God. Before the colonialists decided where the official boundaries of Laos and Vietnam would exist, the kings of Laos and Vietnam agreed on how to choose who would pay taxes to which kingdom. … Continue reading What Do People See in You?
Just one cog?
I'm just one person. Â What can I do? Â How can I really make a difference? Â I'm not that important. Â I'm just a cog in the machine. All of that is true of you. Â You probably won't make a huge impact in the world. Â You are just one person - insignificant in the big scheme things. … Continue reading Just one cog?
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