Creation The Bible tells us that God created everything that exists. Before anything existed, God was there. He was always there. It is impossible for us to grasp that God has no beginning. We are made by Him, we should not think we know more or know it better than He Who created us. God… Continue reading What Does The Bible Say?
The Bible is the Word of God. Through the Bible God speaks to us. Why does God speak to us through human beings? Why does He not speak to us directly from heaven? That is because God’s own people chose this way of communication between God and us. In Exodus 20, we can read that… Continue reading Why is it important to read the Bible?
When have I finished learning? Has a graduating student finished learning when they graduate from high school? Have we completed our learning of the Heidelberg Catechism when we do our Profession of Faith? Or is it after we’ve graduated from college or university that we are finally finished learning? At this time of year, many… Continue reading Lifelong learning – the role of learning in our lives
The term ‘Fake News’ will not be unknown for those who have at least some interest in what is going on in the United States of America. In their extreme hatred for president Trump and their desire to cause his downfall, several of the media do not hesitate to create their own news about Mr.… Continue reading Real News
Mat 23:4 “For they bind heavy burdens and grievous to be borne, and lay them on men’s shoulders; but they themselves will not move them with one of their fingers.” Danny decided to better himself and become more flexible in the job market given the prevalent economic uncertainty. He went to the web site of… Continue reading The Peer Group Is All-Important
Nothing happens by chance. Whatever is in the news, it is the work of God. And what is not news-worthy for the world, it is also God’s work. Whatever happens, it must serve Him. He governs all things, through Jesus Christ, Who is the Head of the Christian Church. It is the purpose of this… Continue reading Christian News Site
Or: How do we use the mass-media? News is business. For the large newspapers and broadcasters, it is of vital importance to be able to draw the attention of their readers by reporting on something new, something that stands out from the rest. Newspapers need readers. Broadcasters want people to watch their shows. That is… Continue reading When News Is More Than Just News
Notes Nichols, T. “The death of Expertise. The Campaign against Established Knowledge and Why it Matters”. Oxford University Press. 2017. Dustjacket. Neil Postman in his books “Amusing Ourselves to Death” and “Building a Bridge to the 18th Century” provide a magnificent analysis of the value of the written word over other communication. Murray, D. “The… Continue reading Coping in a Post-fact Age – Notes
