The Other Side


The façade is quite complete. The wall erected between heaven and earth is unmovable by man.   People stare at the wall. They imagine all kinds of things on the other side. And how quick they are to believe in their own imagination. “My mind can see it.   It must be true!” Even scientific … Continue reading

The Bride


The new bride came home to her new home! She said a quick “Thank you and I love you” to her new husband. Then she went about adoring the walls and furniture, ceiling and floor.   Not a problem you say. That was the last time she paid serious attention to her husband.   She … Continue reading

Ancient Obscurity 


What is ancient? If something is ancient is it useless? If a people are considered ancient are they also useless? This generation: Enjoys peanut butter, Knows nothing about the personal life of George Washington Carver.  (or the Aztecs for that matter.) Enjoys peaceful civility, Knows nothing about Moses.   Has a firestorm of social trouble, … Continue reading

Freedom À la Violence 


“Wherefore, if you see another sin openly or commit a serious crime, do not consider yourself better, for you do not know how long you can remain in good estate. All men are frail, but you must admit that none is more frail than yourself.” Thomas à Kempis                … Continue reading

Christian Superstitions


Countless people were crucified in the days of the Romans. The people of that day understood the meaning of a cross.   The cross without the living Christ is no different than a shadow.   The symbol itself has no power at all except to generate fear, superstition, and death.   It is the living … Continue reading