The Christian Side-Hug: "Front Hugs Be Too Sinful"Source:
Attention, Christian kids: If you like not having sex, not speaking the Lord's name in vain, and not being gay, then you'll love the newest trend in policing typical adolescent behaviors in the name of God.

Filled my heart with such pride that, Lucifer himself would have been waiting for me at the gates of hell.

Late last night over a cup of coffee, an intense discussion on 'duplicity of sinnners and significance of virtues' led an incessant sinner like me relying heavily on the arguments of Rudyard Kipling's 'If' and Lao-Tzu, where he is quoted to say that 'the softest things in …
The First Chapter of Romans MattersSource:
Most who know the Bible would agree that Paul's letter to the Romans is not the easiest book to read. But while it does contain some fairly serious theology, that's not the biggest problem that people, both inside and outside the Church, have with it.
Democrats Push to Hand More Seats to GOP in 2010Source: Blogs for Victory
A group of House Democrats introduced legislation Tuesday that would overturn a federal marriage law that denies recognition of gay marriage and gives states the right to refuse recognize same-sex marriages performed in other states.

Today's reflection has three separate voices: One, the Voice of our Lord; two, the voice our own thought processes, finally three, the voice of a prayer between ourselves and our creator.
The Voice of our LordMy CHILD, My loyal follower is not rebellious at the unpleasant thin …
Music,chess,and other SinsSource:
In the United States, Muslim communities and Islamist advocacy groups are demanding establishment and support of Arabic and Muslim schools.

The second story in Luke chapter eleven reminds us that man was running away from God in Jonah's time just like one was doing during Christ's day and man continues to do so now in our time.
British bishop calls for gay people to 'repent' Source: Independent.co.uk
The Bishop of Rochester has been accused of pandering to hate and homophobia after calling on homosexuals to repent. Michael Nazir-Ali provoked outrage among gay groups when he urged Church leaders to stick to traditional values instead of being swayed by "culture and trends".
Diseases Are Caused By Sin (Not God) [video]Source: ScienceBlogs
In a live webcast, Edward Current explains how God created a perfect world and had nothing to do with creating disease. But letting just anyone write in and comment probably wasn't the best idea.

"Christianity is the most ridiculous, the most absurd, and bloody religion that has ever infected the world"~Voltaire

...but I love it so much I wanted to share it with everyone. I have no idea who wrote it, but they deserve a big round of applause and a very sincere thank you, so "thank you, whoever you are!"
War Is SinSource: Common Dreams
Wars may have to be fought to ensure survival, but they are always tragic. They always bring to the surface the worst elements of any society, those who have a penchant for violence and a lust for absolute power. They turn the moral order upside down.
Do Not Let Your Heart be Happy Even One MomentSource: NewDemonstration.com
"Seek a constant longing and thirsting to be delivered from the power of sin. Do not let your heart be happy with your present condition, even for a moment.
Pervert priest ordered altar boys suicideSource: austriantimes.at
A pervert priest has been jailed for 40 months for telling an altar boy to kill himself after seducing him by plying him with booze and cannabis.
Captain America: Where Were You?Source: Marvel.com
Television news stations, talk show hosts and comic shops across the nation broke the shocking and unimaginable news: Captain America—the symbol of hope and freedom, the embodiment of the American dream—was dead.
What would Jesus do on spring break?Source: Salon.com
In the middle of Daytona's annual season of sin, I went undercover with a group of evangelical Christians trying to convert drunk partygoers. God help me.

I think, when Cain asked God, "Am I my brother's keeper?" The answer was and is yes.Here are two sparkling works from a couple of the Magic Viners.
Hope you will weigh in with your thoughts after you enjoy the simple and startling words of Slemay and Spaceyhippie.
Enjoy, Em

"To your man's body, your belly will rise, for he shall be eager above you." Genesis 3:16, as written by the original author, known only as J (for Jehovah).