Monthly Archives: October 2014

25 Oct

A Little Bit More

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Not long ago, J. Paul Getty was one of the richest men in the country. A reporter once asked him, “How much is enough?” Getty answered, “A little bit more.” Many of our current politicians want us to hate rich people. Funny, because all of those politicians are richer than most of us. If you have ever been to Pittsburgh, PA, you may have noticed how many libraries, hospitals, and other public buildings start with Carnegie in their names. Andrew…..

18 Oct

Pants on Fire

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Admit it. Just once you would like the see their pants burst into flames. Liars. They are all around us. These days lying seems to have become an art form. Friends and family with an imaginary ax to grind. Co-workers wanting to gain an advantage. Witnesses on the stand in court. Mainstream media personalities wanting to achieve an agenda, not report the truth. Con men looking for fast and easy money. Politicians wanting power. It even extends to the highest…..

11 Oct

It’s All About Me

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We all know those people who are totally involved with themselves. No matter what happens, they interpret each event as it relates to them. It doesn’t matter that they may be lacking in manners or empathy or respect for others. I know people who do not ask the question “What have you done for me?” Instead they ask, “What have you done for me lately?” No matter how much you do for them, it is never enough. And, when the…..

04 Oct

Who Are You?

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Back in the day, Loretta Young had a TV sitcom. On one of the shows, during a cocktail party, the question was asked “Who are you?” Most of the people responded with their names. Some answered with their occupations: doctor, plumber, accountant. One woman answered “I am a child of God.” Everything stopped. All attention was on her. In those days, it was acceptable to speak of your Christian faith wherever you were. And, of course, her answer was profound……

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