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Rev. David Wilderson passed away
First thought across my mind: Why was he in Texas? David Wilkerson, famed "The Cross and the Switchblade" protagonist in real life then, well respected as the preacher who turned whorehouses and gangs (ie. the gangster-turn-evangelist Nicky Cruz) of New … Continue reading
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Obama releases Birth Certificate
Putting Americans from some chaos thanks to the "birthers" as well as Donald Trump, the Whitehouse has Hawaii released the certificate. Of course, in denial, the response of them is naturally: Why wasn't this done sooner...etc. Perhaps Obama doesn't have … Continue reading
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Attempted rape in Brooklyn
At least after about 10 seconds of screaming, the neigbhors come out yelling. I really thought the neighbor was going to say he stayed home like a little chicken when he heard the scream during the interview. Good thing they … Continue reading
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Origin of the word: Easter
Some people questioned if the term "Easter" was of non-christian pagan origin. I've encountered this issue a couple of times lately. And now thanks to this article at Christianity Today, I can generally summarize the issue: The word "Easter" is … Continue reading
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nepotism
Following a news on ticket fixing by NYPD, I learned this: Nepotism: Abusing power in favoritism for relatives and close friends. I'd say nepotism is used more than just the police force. I personally know of a Becky Sergeant who … Continue reading
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Homeless Problem in America
I supposed 37% increase in NYC of 2010 is true. However, as much as they love to blame the city, the mayor, I could also see it is not the problem of funding but the high demand of aid to … Continue reading
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Passing old Harvard Entrance Exam
No I wouldn't pass it (1899) since I don't master Latin and Greek. And that we are more stupid after 100 years.
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Organ Scaffolding
Organ Scaffolding really takes tissue scaffolding to a higher level. Already humans have their organs transplanted by natural/synthetic scaffolds injected with cells. This eliminates the need of organ donors. Objections? I'm sure there will be from some religious groups. However, … Continue reading
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Offering: Gratitude or Command?
If it's a 50/50 vote, then obviously I'm not crazy. However, I do like the quote from the article: Douglas LeBlanc, author of Tithing: Test Me in This, commented, "What is maddening to me is if there were a more … Continue reading
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Well, I guess I'm not alone...
Came across this Daniel Mann's article: Preaching the Entire Word vs. The Theology of Silence, on Tim Keller after his recent chat with NBC on Civil Justice. I had always thought of Pastor Keller as a thinker...not a preacher. I … Continue reading
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