by John Klar | Mar 29, 2024 | Articles, Faith & Religion, Opinion
Given that it commemorates the slow and brutal mocking, torture, and eventual murder of Jesus Christ, the phrase Good Friday may at first seem oxymoronic or even macabre to those unfamiliar with the Christian creed. But the “Good News” of the sacrificial atonement of...
by Leesa K. Donner | Mar 23, 2024 | Articles, Faith & Religion, Good Reads, Opinion
The role of religion in American life is shrinking. At least that’s what people think, according to a new study by Pew Research Center. A whopping 80% – the highest number ever recorded by the organization – believe the influence of religion is waning in the US,...
by John Klar | Dec 24, 2023 | Articles, Faith & Religion, Good Reads, Opinion
Many pundits and prophets predict 2024 will present unprecedented challenges to the world, especially the United States. Recent years have witnessed a rising contempt for America and its Christian creed, even by its own citizens and young people. This growing darkness...
by Leesa K. Donner | Nov 23, 2023 | Articles, Good Reads, Opinion, Social Issues
Neuroscientists will tell you gratitude is a powerful emotion that positively affects one’s health. Studies have discovered a state of gratefulness can be linked to reduced pain symptoms, improved quality of sleep, and a dopamine boost. In other words, being thankful...
by Sarah Cowgill | Nov 14, 2023 | Articles, Faith & Religion, Good Reads, Opinion
Another institution of higher learning attempting to “reprogram” students and educators of their Christian faith has been called out by one of its own. An Arizona State University (ASU) professor has taken his fight public, urging the Valley of the Sun...