William Shakespeare remains one of the most famous playwrights and poets of all time. And while he attended grammar school to master reading, writing, and Latin, his parents and children were almost entirely illiterate. The ability to read and write wasn’t necessary during the Elizabethan era, and while Shakespeare’s father, John, might have had a…
There is an old proverb that says, “Fear knocked on the door, faith answered, and there was no one there.” Unfortunately, fear knocks on a lot of our doors. We have fear of failure, fear of relapse, fear of staying with our spouse, fear of life. Max Lucado offers the perfect response to fear. He…
A recent study found that of those who struggle with various addictions, only 20 percent ever seek any kind of treatment. What makes this especially tragic is that help is closer than ever before. Thanks to modern technology, we now have online groups. Let’s consider just a few of the benefits of online Zoom meetings.…
The shortest commercial flight in the world lasts just 57 seconds. The Loganair flight between the two Scottish islands of Westray and Papa Westray lasts just 57 seconds, covering a distance of 1.7 miles. However, because the trip is made via one of two light eight-seater planes, the exact time of the journey could take…
As a kid, I idolized Superman. Then there was Spider-Man. And Iron Man. And Hulk. But there are other superheroes who don’t get enough recognition. Do you ever wish you had a superpower? Maybe the power to say no to every temptation? The power to stay sober anytime you want? The power to overcome fantasy…
Whether you have experienced a relapse in the past or not, knowing how to deal with it can help you prevent future setbacks and recover if one should happen. No relapse is too big to recover from. Here are some immediate steps to take in the aftermath of relapse, as suggested by the editorial staff…
“Never apologize, Mister. It’s a sign of weakness.” – John Wayne, She Wore a Yellow Ribbon, 1949 I was raised in a John Wayne household. Grown men don’t cry. We don’t admit it when we are wrong. And we don’t apologize. Nothing could be more opposite from the biblical model. Scripture reads, “Make every effort…
Robert Plympton was accused of killing a young woman in 1980. He pleaded not guilty and got off, due to a lack of evidence. But 44 years later, new evidence was discovered – old chewing gum. The DNA from the gum was traced to Plympton, and he was found guilty of the crime. The biblical…
“In real life, there is no such thing as algebra.” – Fran Lebowitz When he got on me to raise my math grade, I asked my dad, “When will I use algebra?” I don’t recall getting a coherent response. But there is an answer to that question. You will use algebra if you become an…
“If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God” (James 1:4). God uses people to help people. And much of the wisdom we learn, we learn from others. So let me give you the benefit of some great wisdom. These are just a few of the nuggets I have picked up through years…