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Is There An Ought?

Posted on September 12, 2011 by jackpelham

This is perhaps one of the most fundamental philosophical questions.  Addressing this question brings us to a philosophical fork in the road, and how we answer will likely have fairly major consequences for our lives. Is there an ought?  Is … Continue reading →

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On Probability of Universal Origins

Posted on September 11, 2011 by jackpelham

I’m under no delusions about affecting the ongoing “debate” between what are commonly called “Big Bang” or “Evolution” and “Creationism”.  I do, however, have a rare consideration that may be of value to anyone actually in search of the facts … Continue reading →

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Temporary Ekklesia Theory

Posted on September 11, 2011 by jackpelham

The Temporary Ekklesia Theory is a theory of mine that, if true, would tend to explain a great deal about the state of the Church today and why it bears so little resemblance to the success, power, and glory that … Continue reading →

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The Super Witness

Posted on September 11, 2011 by jackpelham

Imagine for a moment that there were a Super Witness to every event since before the beginning of the Universe. Let us further imagine that our witness has all these qualities: has witnessed every event. has understood every event. has … Continue reading →

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The “Absolute Truth”

Posted on September 10, 2011 by jackpelham

I had a fascinating conversation with a scientist yesterday.  In the course of the conversation, I shared my paradigm: The truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth, wherever it may lead. She voiced a friendly objection in the … Continue reading →

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The Whiskey Rebellion

Posted on September 5, 2011 by jackpelham

One a recent trip, Kay and I picked up a copy of The Whiskey Rebellion: George Washington, Alexander Hamilton, and the Frontier Rebels Who Challenged America’s Newfound Sovereignty by William Hogeland.  After reading DiLorenzo’s The Real Lincoln, we were curious … Continue reading →

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The Gap Trap

Posted on September 5, 2011 by jackpelham

One phenomenon that that I have witnessed in nearly every field of human endeavor is what I call the “Gap Trap”.  It occurs in science, politics, philosophy, religion, and practically everywhere else.  In this article, I’ll explain the phenomenon in … Continue reading →

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Overthrow

Posted on September 4, 2011 by jackpelham

I’m currently reading Overthrow: America’s century of regime change from Hawaii to Iraq by Stephen Kinzer.  Kay and I bought the book as it promised to address (to some degree) the topic of governmental protectionism of big business.  We’re presently … Continue reading →

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Ambitions

Posted on September 4, 2011 by jackpelham

Generally speaking, I would like to become a self-funded researcher/writer, working on several topics, including the antiquities, American politics, religion, and human character.  My career goal, therefore, is to build enough streams of residual income so as to have the … Continue reading →

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In The Beginning

Posted on September 4, 2011 by jackpelham

I’m currently reading In the Beginning: Compelling Evidence for Creation and the Flood (8th Edition) by Dr. Walter Brown. Far from being a mere dogmatist, Brown objectively refutes common evolutionary theories for the origins of the earth and of its current … Continue reading →

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