“If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.” 2 Chronicles 7:14

This passage from the account of Solomon’s building and dedication of the temple has become well known and appreciated in recent years throughout the…

While the mainstream media offers diversions to the public—such as Jason Kenney’s apology following his non-apology (for using gutter language in his dismissive misfired missive about Alberta’s deputy premier Thomas Lukaszuk)—many in the country missed a much more significant bit of news from the House. Fifteen “Conservative” MPs voted in favour of Bill-279,…

When two children are playing and suddenly find themselves having to explain a broken window, a lamp or a vase, it is classic that they might point the finger and blame each other. In fact, the tendency to look for a scapegoat goes back to our earliest ancestors, Adam and Eve. The attempt to escape personal accountability is as old as human experience.

When wars are fought, the question of “Who started it?” often is asked. Both sides can explain in painstaking detail…

Cynicism did not start in this century nor in this country. Rhetorical sarcasm has been recorded through the ages and political satire extends back through the rise and fall of many empires and dynasties. Even in the religious realm, doubt has been often more evident than faith.  When Jesus launched his ministry, Nathanael’s first response was, “Can any good thing come out of Nazareth?” The implied answer to his own question was “No.” The correct answer, soon proven by the Lord himself was…