William Wilberforce, a member with the British Parliament literally became a “force” to be reckoned with. Destined to take a stand for the weak and weary, he fought with a God given passion determined to abolish the brutality and inhumane action towards the meek. Being born of a privileged English ...
Read More »Soaking Up Church Service…Or Not
The praise and worship team sings intensely. Hands go up all over the church in adoration and praise while varying voices echoes each line of chorus. Some people are clapping, some are standing. Others are looking up to heaven and some are keeping their chest warm with their chins while ...
Read More »Let There Be Peace
If ever our nations need peace, it’s now. Amid racial tensions, terrorist groups multiplying, Middle Eastern unrest, and economical downturns—not to mention the daily grind of sufferings. Am I touching a nerve? Against that backdrop, a pertinent line from ‘O Holy Night’ comes to mind. In the words of John ...
Read More »Cheers! You, Your Teen and Holiday Alcohol Consumption
The stockings were hung by the chimney with care… …and Dad passed out beers without so much as a care? With holiday festivities well under way, many partygoers will be drinking and toasting the season—teens included. And believe it or not, many of those teens will get the liquor from ...
Read More »Healthy Holiday Foods – The Sweet Potato
Anti-oxidants and vitamins and fiber – oh my! The aroma of sweet and savory delicacies during the holidays is enticing. The sweet potato is no exception. It’s equally delicious in a quick bread, a casserole or a pie. It can hold its own as a side dish dressed with only ...
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