Graduation Day: A treatise on Epicurus and Christ

an image of lady graduating in cap and gown

Epicurus, the Greek philosopher wrote, “Death does not concern us, because as long as we exist, death is not here. And once it does come, we no longer exist.” Epicurus believed that the fear of death robbed humanity of experiencing true happiness.  According to Epicurus, if mankind could accept death as the end of being, then we could find happiness …

The Rock in the Lake

ripple on a water surface

Several years ago I watched an episode of Xena, The Warrior Princess and at the final scene of the particular episode, Xena and Gabrielle arrive at a lake. Turning to Gabrielle, Xena said, “See how calm the surface of the water is?…That was me once.” Xena then throws a rock into the lake, both looking at the ripples that formed …

The Rule of Law

An image of rocks piled on top of each other

In 1 Timothy 1:3-11, the fundamental principle that the law is for the lawless applies to every kind of law. For example, the reason we need speed limits is that there are so many reckless drivers on the road. The reason we need boundaries and fences is that it is the only way to prevent unlawful trespass. And the reason …

Cubit To Stature

image of a person standing next to the number 31 painted on the road

Worry is as inconsistent with common sense as it is with Christian faith. In Matthew 6:34 Jesus mentions both today and tomorrow. All worry is about tomorrow, whether about food or clothing or anything else; but all worry is experienced today. Whenever we are anxious, we are upset in the present about some event which may happen in the future. …