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As state governments begin to legalize the use of recreational marijuana, Christians are asking questions about its use. Now that it is legal, is it ok for a Christian to use? World Magazine tackles the question with a side bar entitled “Thinking Biblically about Recreational Marijuana.” Along with pointing…

In a new book on religion in China, former Wall Street Journal reporter, Ian Johnson talks about the resurgence of religion in the supposedly atheistic country. Johnson says that the Chinese government does not object to personal piety, but they do not want believers whose faith affects their lifestyle.…

The team that developed hitchBot, a talking, tweeting, hitchhiking robot that tried to cross continents relying on the kindness of strangers says their social experiment has come to an end. When they originally started the project, the team wondered if humans would be able to trust robots. After the…

Jessica Baker was unable to attend her friend’s wedding when her plans for a babysitter fell through at the last minute. Since the wedding invitation was clear that children were not allowed, they had no choice but to miss the wedding. Later, they received a bill from the newlyweds for $75.90 with the…

New research published in the Journal of Applied Psychology has found that being rude is contagious. Researchers tracked 90 graduate business school students and found that if they rated someone they interacted with a rude, they were also more likely to be judged as rude by someone else. The researcher…

A telephone survey conducted by the Rasmussen organization found that the majority of Americans think that rude behavior is increasing. The poll surveyed 1,000 people chosen at random and found that only one in ten American adults think the people they meet are becoming kinder and gentler. Instead, 77…

In Caring Enough to Confront, David Augsberger writes, “My actions are mine; your actions are yours. I am responsible for my behavior; you are responsible for yours. In reality, no one can make another angry. If I become angry at you, I am responsible for that reaction. (I am not saying that anger is…

Three doctors were on their way to a convention when they had a flat tire. The first doctor said, "I think we've got a flat." After they got out of the car, the second doctor said, "It sure looks flat to me." The third doctor knelt down and said, 'It feels flat to me." Then nodding in agreement, they…

Years ago, when soda was just a quarter, a man walked up to a Coke machine at a gas station. There was only one thing in the machine, Coke. He takes out a quarter, puts it into this big red machine that says “Coke” on it, and pushes the big black button, which also happens to say “Coke”. There is a rumbling…

Be clear in what you’re asking for…. JOKE: There was a tornado watch in a small town so this mother sent her 5 children off to the relatives in another town for safety. Shortly there after the children returned with a note from the relatives,"we’re returning your children, please send the tornado in…

There was a little boy who was just a terror and his parents didn't know what to do with him. One day his mother bought him a bicycle, The father asked, "do you think that will help his behavior?" She answered,"I don't know, but at least it will spread it out a little."

When I was a kid I always watched Tarzan on Saturday’s. It came on at 10 am in my town. You remember him right, you just dated yourself. The black and white Tarzan. Swinging through the trees, calling out. YODDLE. You remember. Well after it was over, I remember many times putting on my robe belt, there’s…

THOUGHTS “Cleanliness is next to Godliness,” grandma used to say. She may have been closer to correct than we supposed. Psychological Science is publishing a study in which Katie Liljenquist, an assistant professor at Brigham Young University’s Marriott School of Management claims they have proved you…

In church last Sunday I noticed a small child who was turning around smiling at everyone. He wasn't gurgling, spitting, humming, tearing the hymn books, or rummaging through his mother's hand-bag. He was just smiling. Suddenly his mother jerked him around and in a stage whisper that everyone could hear,…

CORRECTION In their book, "Lead Like Jesus", Blanchard and Hodges write, "If you are to follow the example of Jesus as a leader, never demean people or try to make them feel inferior because of a failure on their part. As Jesus did, you should let the love you have for those with whom you work come through…

In his book, Secrets of Dymanic Communication - Preparing and Delivering Powerful Speeches, Ken Davis tells of an experience he had on an airplane that provided him with an excellent illustration to use in a talk to some Youth. A small child was running up and down the aisles of the airplane. She was…

The Truth of the Gospel effects the way we live our lives. The truth of the gospel effects the character of the Elder of the church 1. His personal 2. His family life 3. His relationship with other people 4. His spiritual life In essence his moral, personal and spiritual character needs to demonstrate…

People don’t walk away from a job; they walk away from a manager. The best way to build loyalty is by making an effort to know people at a personal level. Find common interests and build bridges into their world. Understand what makes them tick. Reward their successes. Appreciate each person in a way…

Sin, as defined by a new Ellison Research study, is something almost always considered wrong, particularly from a religious or moral perspective. Out of the 30 behaviors studied, adultery was most often described as a sinful behavior by American respondents (81%). Next was racism (74%); using “hard”…

Boys Vr. Girls Boys, compared to girls, are six times more likely to have learning disabilities, three times more likely to be registered drug addicts, and four times more likely to be diagnosed as emotionally disturbed. Boys are at greater risk for schizophrenia, sexual addiction, alcoholism, and all…

A Tennessee mother fed up with her daughter’s misbehavior took an unusual tack in for latest punishment, making her stand on a busy street corner with an attention-getting sign. Tashara Wilkins, 13, held a sign Sunday reading, “I don’t obey my parents, I’m a liar. I steal from my mom. I have a bad attitude.”…

An angel appears at a faculty meeting and tells the dean that in return for his unselfish and exemplary behavior, the Lord will reward him with his choice of infinite wealth, wisdom, or beauty. Without hesitating, the dean selects infinite wisdom. "Done!" says the angel, and disappears in a cloud of…