Watching the political maneuvering over the budget, I keep having the same thought. When so many of us live beyond our means, why wouldn’t government officials think they are free to do the same? Only as the consequences of our … Continue reading →
People usually do what they have incentive to do. That’s what makes most government assistance programs so destructive. They offer incentive to stay on the program rather than to get out of it. It’s also why most government services of … Continue reading →
What is the health care debate really about? No doubt there are some on either side of the issue who are fighting for nothing greater than personal gain or security, but anyone who is willing to look at the participants … Continue reading →
I will say the article linked below makes compelling arguments, but I think the danger outweighs the gains we might hope to make. Our constitution is what it is in part due to the character and careful consideration of those … Continue reading →
I’m too young for memories of Vietnam. My father entered Marine Corps boot camp when I was two years old, fully expecting to be sent into the war, but we were pulling out by the time he graduated. My grandfather … Continue reading →
I wish I had taken the time to write down my experiences sooner, but I feel like I’m still catching up on everything I didn’t do that weekend. Life goes on and doesn’t stop to let you catch up. I … Continue reading →
How can a government designed by and for flawed human beings of diverse philosophies and beliefs be anything but flawed itself? If truth and justice must be submitted to a committee for approval, how will either survive? These are the … Continue reading →
That is what we have, right? We even call the lower house the House of Representatives. The people whom we put in office are supposed to act as our representatives in making government decisions. What does that mean? What is … Continue reading →
I had a thought a few days ago as yet another bad bill was passed by Congress. When nations are at war, we expect them to do things to each other in order to win. As I go through the … Continue reading →
Today I read about Saul’s pursuit of David in I Sam 21-24. Chapter 21 begins with the account of David and his men eating the consecrated bread. I remember Jesus using this record to show that the laws were written … Continue reading →