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Entries tagged with 'Religion'Disputing Calvin's roleRe: "John Calvin, we hardly knew ye -- This pastor, educator and humanitarian deserves a new image, says William McKenzie," Tuesday Viewpoints. McKenzie credits Calvin with launching the Protestant Reformation along with Martin Luther. But Calvin was just 8 years... On City Hall corruption case: Advice for Don HillWhen someone is found guilty of something, they have a way of interjecting the word "faith" in their speech. Don Hill said, "My faith will get me through this." I have one comment for Hill: "Sir, I hope your faith... In praise of Fox NewsRe: "A reason to hope," by Linda Alred, Monday Letters. The Fox News Channel that I watch with Bill O'Reilly cannot be the one Alred watches. Fox News presents Republican and Democratic responses and only reports facts, not rumors. It... Here's the contextRe: "Education board needs to study," by Kathy Christophel, Monday Letters. After quoting James Madison regarding the semantics of republics versus democracies, Christophel promotes studying Christianity as part of history. Madison was a fervent advocate for separation of church and... No disagreement here"Even Bible scholars disagree," by Shelton Stogner, Wednesday Letters. Stogner writes that even theologians and believers are skeptical about the existence of the historical Jesus. That's utter hogwash. I don't have any reservations about the historical nature of Jesus Christ,... A sad situation at churchRe: "Priest at heart of scandal quits -- Stockbroker fraud, child support, taxes among troubles," Wednesday news story. It is always sad when an individual destroys himself by his own actions and unfortunate choices. It is especially sad when that... The wages of sinRe: "Ex-pastor delivers apology -- Haggard omits details of sex scandal in tour of churches with wife," Monday news story. Here is a preacher who is following the well-worn, prosperous path in the world of "fallen angels." The script goes... On the Harry Potter illustrationSensitivity called for Re: Illustration with "The Book of Harry -- Michael Paulson explains how the boy wizard won over religious critics -- and the deeper meaning theologians now see in his tale," last Sunday Points. The front page of... Believing -- or not -- is simpleRe: "Camp focuses on questions, not answers -- Event for kids of atheists, agnostics, others is about opening minds, parent says," Monday news story. Amie Parsons says about her 5-year-old son, "We tell him to ask lots of questions. We're... Guns, worship don't mixRe: "Guns, and faith, on full display -- Louisville churchgoers bring unloaded weapons to celebrate 2nd Amendment," Sunday news story. Anyone ever hear the story of turning the other cheek, or did Jesus actually advise people to pull out their... On the other handRe: "Guns, and faith, on full display -- Louisville churchgoers bring unloaded weapons to celebrate 2nd Amendment," Sunday news story. I was searching for answers after reading this news story about a Kentucky pastor inviting his congregation to wear or... Faith as sole answer troubles meRe: "South Dallas' soul -- Broken-down society needs the church and Christ, says Julie Lyons," Monday Viewpoints. As a 15-year-old who has probably seen too much of the world, I have encountered at least once the antithesis to every point... Social programs need God's helpRe: "South Dallas' soul -- Broken-down society needs the church and Christ, says Julie Lyons," Monday Viewpoints. Real change comes from the condition of the heart, which governs external behavior. This certainly is not a new idea. Those folks in... Take words in contextRe: Talking Points, Sunday Points. Rabbi Manis Friedman is quoted, perhaps correctly, but without context. In the Torah, the Israelites were dealing on almost every side with idolaters, some who worshiped trees, some who worshiped by defecating on their altars... Not endorsement, but incomeRe: "First Church of the Public Elementary School? Casey Cavalier says places of study should not double as places of worship," Saturday Viewpoints. Is Cavalier implying that the elementary school is endorsing this denomination? That is about as ridiculous as... Yes, there is horrorRe: "Imagine the horror," by Lloyd Jones, Thursday Letters. Attending junior and high school in the DISD during the early '70s, I have witnessed firsthand how religion is used to intimidate students. Individual classes were interrupted so a member of... A caution on quoting the BibleRe: "Is a gay lifestyle righteous ... ," by Ron Cawthon, and "... is a divorce righteous?" by Pat Burke, Wednesday Letters. I remember how amazed I was when our high school debate coach declared that quoting Scripture was off-limits... Thankful for Holbert's courageRe: "Grace UMC pastor's message: Gay is OK -- Sermon response draws fire from First Baptist leader, but no protesters," Monday Metro. I couldn't help but laugh at the response of First Baptist Church of Dallas pastor Dr. Robert Jeffress,... Cowboy church inclusiveRe: "A church should have dignity," by Shirley McGlothlin, Wednesday Letters. Just because cowboy church members don't dress up in three-piece suits and ties doesn't mean we have no pride or dignity when attending church. I grew up in a... A church should have dignityRe: "Giving God the reins -- Cowboy churches get back to basics, emphasize salvation," Sunday news story. At age 71, I don't swim, but now I will consider starting my new church. It will be called: "Swimmers for God, come... |