Author Archives: jackpelham

He gave her a book, she saysBut she wouldn’t read it—Not really. She was some afraidShe might not likeWhat it said. But mostly, sheJust didn’t careThat much. And it was easierAnyway to pretendThat she already knewWhat it saidAnd loved it.

If we are determined to have an elected king,Then might we not elect a righteous oneFrom time to time—even by accident? This is the desperate hope of a society that Will not study itself into agreementOn the definition of righteousness. … Continue reading →

If children should be trained,Then let them be trainedNot only to shut a doorThat ought to be shut,But to do so without slamming it—For both are delights in a weary world.

Dear Reader,Let us have some fun while discussing important things.Jack I can tell you from experience— And I’ll just pause right here to let you know in advance (for those who’d rather have a heads-up about this sort of thing) … Continue reading →

I just did a search, and was amused with the results.

Dear Preacher, Would you please show your math?Sincerely,Jack

So many spend their livesAvoiding the questions—Swatting as if at gadfliesThat could have No conceivable purpose In a proper world. They prefer the peaceOf incuriosityTo the rigors of learningAs some prefer the chairTo the path.

It is easier to assume—When one finds it beneficial—That what we see now is all there ever was. And thus, by that simple trick in the mind,Are destroyed in one’s imagination The possibility of any of a number of Things … Continue reading →

At the end of the day,They do not think it Their responsibilityTo understand,But only to nod along. And this explains A great deal.

In popular Christianity, many have been taught thatTo say they are all in is to be all in. It is for them a religion of mere declaration,Beyond which God does most all the workAnd they themselves are mostly unaccountable. You … Continue reading →