Author Archives: jackpelham

My Fear

Posted on July 2, 2013 by jackpelham

The encroachments of government against liberty, decency, and justice in the United States seem to be accelerating.  Spying on the citizens in various ways, forcing us to buy insurance, forcing us to vaccinate our kids with toxic drugs, making ammunition … Continue reading →

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Where Lies the Bulk of Human Evils

Posted on June 30, 2013 by jackpelham

It is my observation that the bulk of human evils lies in the taking of that which does not really belong to the taker.  Let me count the ways: Taking conclusions, opinions, or beliefs that are not fairly derived from … Continue reading →

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Credentials? Really?

Posted on June 23, 2013 by jackpelham

Earlier today I posted an article and video about a non-Christian scientist who finds some problems with Darwinian Evolution.  I also posted a link to my article on a Facebook discussion, where the following noteworthy discussion ensued between a friend … Continue reading →

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How I Beat Advanced Spider Solitaire a Bajillion Times and What It Means for the Rest of My Life

Posted on June 22, 2013 by jackpelham

Whooda thunkit, but I learned some invaluable life lessons from a solitaire card game that came preloaded on my computer! The game is Spider Solitaire (advanced 4-suit version) and if you don’t know it, don’t worry; I won’t bore you … Continue reading →

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Ooh Rah!

Posted on June 10, 2013 by jackpelham

NEVADA DESERT, 9 June 2013 –Leaving his exhausted family in the safety of the broken-down car, former Navy SEAL Brian Schad humps it across the desert at sundown, certain that he can be back with a warm McDonald’s breakfast for … Continue reading →

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Dysrationalia: I am too holy to give an answer to you

Posted on April 21, 2013 by jackpelham

What follows is a discussion that arose as an offshoot of a Facebook discussion regarding recent violent events in the USA.  I engaged a participant who made an assertion in support of the inherited sin model of Christian doctrine. Note … Continue reading →

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“Called by the Universe”: Neil DeGrasse Tyson

Posted on April 15, 2013 by jackpelham

A couple of months ago, I decided I’d keep track along the way of individuals in our generation who claim to be prophets.  I happened upon a surprising claim this week from an Astrophysicist, Neil DeGrasse Tyson.  While he did … Continue reading →

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Six Sayings That Are Likely Indicators of Personal Inauthenicity

Posted on March 5, 2013 by jackpelham

I’ve learned through experience that people who say the following are not likely to be highly-authentic people. “To be honest…” or “To tell the truth…”  Whenever I hear this, I always wonder why it is at that particular point in … Continue reading →

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Pelham’s Rules for Belief

Posted on February 28, 2013 by jackpelham

The primary goals of belief should be the pursuit of and participation in reality. Always remember that reality is neither dependent upon nor created by beliefs.  No amount of believing can make any untrue thing true. Belief in things for … Continue reading →

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Pelham’s Rules of Honesty

Posted on February 21, 2013 by jackpelham

#1.  It is an error to assume that he who is honest in one thing is honest in any or all other things. #2.  It is an error to assume that he who is dishonest in one thing is dishonest … Continue reading →

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