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Christian Humor: Honk if you Love Jesus
Grandma’s Letter Honk if you love Jesus … and other humor at the GodWeb. Contrary to popular opinion, Christian humor is not an oxymoron … it is not even moronic. And more great humor.
666: The Number of the Beast and other humor
666: Having some fun with the number of the Beast And more recent humor
Father’s Day Date
Don’t Forget Father’s Day The date and meaning of Father’s Day. With thoughts, prayers and readings for and about Dad.
The Date and Meaning of Mother’s Day 2019
The date of Mother’s Day in 2019 is May 12. But you might also be interested in learning more about the meaning and history of the holiday. Read more …
Faith Profile Test
Before you know where you’re headed, you need to know where you’ve been. This is true whether you’re traveling to England or toward enlighenment. Try our faith profile test and find out where you are coming from, where you may be going, and what assets of faith and character are taking you there. Take the […]
The Paradox of Valentine’s Day
It is a strange holiday indeed that turns our thoughts towards love, and most often, romantic love, but at the same time bears the name of a Catholic saint and martyr: Saint Valentine. I can think of nothing that more clearly reflects the often strained relationship between spirituality and sexuality in Christian faith and practice, […]
They Tried to Outlaw Christmas
It appears that in 2018 there are some who think that there is a “war on Christmas.” Donald Trump has taken up the battle cry, loudly wishing folks a “Merry Christmas,” not out of a particular piety, but in mock defiance of those he seems to feel are waging an unholy battle against one of […]
Christmas and Hanukkah to Merge!
If airlines, computer makers and telecom companies are doing it, why not religions? Christmas and Hanukkah to Merge!
Top Ten Verses of the Bible
Given sufficient time to study just ten passages from the Bible, these are the passages I would select. Among these are some of the most memorable and most popular, but mere popularity is not the main reason for selecting these. Here, then, is my “best of the Bible” list, and why I selected each passage. Here […]
Halloween: Holiday in Need of Renovation
Halloween: Holiday in Need of Renovation Given its pagan roots, some think it evil. We disagree and examine its deeper meaning, religious roots, and contemporary significance, including practical ideas on how to celebrate it today. Renovating Halloween Halloween: A Pagan Perspective One reader reacted strongly to my halloween piece. Since her retort was so well […]