Author Archives: jackpelham

Rethinking the Pledge of Allegiance

Posted on June 21, 2012 by jackpelham

I ran across this cartoon on Facebook and it prompted a discussion that I thought I should share here. My response to some of the dogmatic statements in support of it was as follows: Hey, folks, I have some objections … Continue reading →

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On The Brink of Truth: Dabblers and Divers

Posted on June 16, 2012 by jackpelham

In my continual observation of the world, I note with sadness how it seems that a great many people have not made the commitment to immerse themselves in an uncompromised lifetime of truth.  They have somehow squelched, or someone else … Continue reading →

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Musing on the Psychological Challenges of Activism

Posted on June 14, 2012 by jackpelham

I observe that: Few people: can look beyond what they see in order to imagine a different way. are in the general habit of investigating/analyzing things. are interested in being authentic representatives of the labels they wear–provided that authenticity is … Continue reading →

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So you didn’t listen. Should I challenge that?

Posted on June 3, 2012 by jackpelham

Previously, I debated whether I should tell you if I think you’re wrong about something.  Then I pondered the difficulties of trying to tell you when you have so many erroneous and pre-conceived notions.  I had already written a piece … Continue reading →

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Yes, you’re a Christian, but are you honest?

Posted on June 2, 2012 by jackpelham

If you’re like most, you’re a Christian because you have some level of respect for Jesus.  OK, nothing wrong with that at all.  But people being people, they often lose sight of the principles behind the things they respect—behind the … Continue reading →

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We Love Our Labels!

Posted on May 20, 2012 by jackpelham

I’m about to crack open a can of worms that can’t be fully dealt with in a single article.  This is a topic that has been strongly on my mind lately and it seems time at least to get it … Continue reading →

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How I Can Tell That You Don’t Care

Posted on May 17, 2012 by jackpelham

If you’ve watched enough movies or TV shows that depict gambling or spying, you’ll know what a “tell” is.  The poker player nervously fiddles with his wedding ring when he’s bluffing.  The undercover agent begins to sweat when he suspects … Continue reading →

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Response to a Huckabee Supporter

Posted on May 14, 2012 by jackpelham

This post is a response to a comment made on Facebook.  Here’s that comment: Unfortunately, I really believe Mike Huckabee in 2008 represented God’s final chance for America, at least politically speaking. We all pray for Godly, Christian leaders. God … Continue reading →

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A Reply to the Phat Man on “And They Say There Is No God”

Posted on May 14, 2012 by jackpelham

This post is a reply to a blog post here:  And They Say There Is No God Matt, Many controversies, such as the one you highlight here about whether there is a Creator, are themselves secondary to a greater problem.  … Continue reading →

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How Can I Trust You?

Posted on May 12, 2012 by jackpelham

Have you noticed how some people seem hard-wired to get you to believe and to act like they do?  Indeed, some people seem to operate on the untested assumption that all their friends ought to do as they do.  Having … Continue reading →

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