Mary C. Findley's Blog, page 45
August 9, 2012
A Slave of God Guest Post by Sophie Dawson
I am a slave of God. We shy away from the concept, and understandably so, given the history of slavery here is the US. I am one, however, and proud to declare it. As a believer in Christ, I have … Continue reading →
August 8, 2012
When a Man Suffers
http://www.amazon.com/The-Barons-Ring... All of my books deal with men who have gone through some sort of devastating event that leaves a permanent mark. I want to explain how and why I put my male characters through severe trials. Our daughter has … Continue reading →
August 7, 2012
Science, Falsely So Called
“Academic politics is the most vicious and bitter form of politics because the stakes are so low.” “Sayre’s Law” — this version found in the December 20, 1973 Wall Street Journal. “The stakes are so low” seems off, but all … Continue reading →
Godwin’s Law
“‘As an online discussion grows longer, the probability of a comparison involving Nazis or Hitler approaches 1.’ In other words, Godwin observed that, given enough time, in any online discussion-regardless of topic or scope-someone inevitably makes a comparison to Hitler … Continue reading →
August 6, 2012
Rightly Dividing the Word of Truth
Shakespeare put these words in Mercutio’s mouth after he was stabbed in a swordfight: “No, ’tis not so deep as a well, nor so wide as a church-door; but ’tis enough, ’twill serve: ask for me to-morrow, and you shall … Continue reading →
August 1, 2012
What Is “Progressive Creation” ?
Refuse foolish and ignorant speculations, knowing that they produce quarrels. The Lord’s bond-servant must not be quarrelsome, but be kind to all, able to teach, patient when wronged, with gentleness correcting those who are in opposition, if perhaps God may … Continue reading →
July 31, 2012
Information, Please?
“Never Let Schooling Interfere With Your Education,” by Grant Allen and popularized by Mark Twain. “One year in Italy with their eyes open would be worth more than three at Oxford.” “What a misfortune it is that we should thus … Continue reading →
July 30, 2012
The Benny and the Bank Robber Historical Adventure Series has new members in the family!
Just out for one more plunge into summer reading, or homeschool literature with history, mystery and adventure, check out the third book in the Benny and the Bank Robber series. Ben Carlisle’s longtime dream has been to travel west with his … Continue reading →
July 27, 2012
What does it cost to be a Spiritual Warrior? — Guest Post by Pastor George McVey
Pastor George told us he was inspired to write this blog by ours, “Molon Laba, Come and Take Them. ” When he shared it with us Michael said it was better than the one he wrote, so we wanted … Continue reading →
July 25, 2012
Molon Laba “Come and Take Them.”
These are the words of the Spartan King Leonidas to the Persian King Xerxes at the battle of Thermopylae. The Spartans were asked to surrender their weapons. “Come and Take It,” the slogan of the Texas revolt, was based on … Continue reading →
