Recent content by Irwin Fletcher

Continuing to pray. The most likely outcome is they will send it back to the states, allowing each state to govern itself with regard to abortion laws. That would be an important victory. As believers, we have a great opportunity to be on the frontlines of our communities with the love we show...

Hello Friends! I thought I would let you know that my new book which deals with many of the topics we regularly discuss here is available and on sale for the next 48 hours. Sorry for the Advert, feel free to ignore it if you aren't interested. :) It's Launch Day! For the next 48 hours, you...

Saw this today. You can definitely see the overall impact of media scare tactics that are worse depending on which media you consume.

I listened to this podcast today. I thought it was a good take on the subject. Ep. 702 - The Problem Is Bad Parenting, Not Bad Policing Summary, kids need parents and other good adult role models in their lives and they need parents who will set boundaries and enforce them. (Basically what any...

It's been a heartbreaking year. Praying for MN to have peace and for this family to find peace in the verdict. I was somewhat surprised. The case for manslaughter seemed quite clear, but when you read the definition of the other charges it seemed that it was necessary to prove intent and it...

Christians in the west have emphasized their power for too long, over the power of God. We have relied on wealth, politicians and policies over the Gospel and if we look to those things now, we have great reason to despair. We will not succeed in the face of fascism and tyranny by voting new...

It's really unfortunate that Trump trusted as many people as he did. He had very few real allies. The last year showed that he probably should have fired everyone and started over with all outsiders. He would probably still be president if he had.

Welcome Azim! If you don't mind me asking, where is your family from? The name Azim is similar to a name in the Turkish language, which I speak.

Thanks for your input. I think other than the point you mentioned that I had wanted to highlight 2 things: Everyone, but especially the media, should not look to generalize an event and use it for their own political/personal causes Christians have an opportunity to help prevent these events...

Appreciate your comments. I'm a trained counselor and can definitely concur with the points you made. Our society has been increasingly damaged by isolation and this contributes to many problems, including this. I've written quite a bit about this over the last year: The Danger of Being Alone...

I actually remember a few stories like this where a shooter was stopped by an armed citizen. I know people who are very prepared for just such an eventuality, perhaps too ready in some cases, given how rare these events are. Unfortunately, gun restrictions and laws tend to help criminals, who...

Sorry you are experiencing this, praying for strength and healing.

In Christ, we are all new creations. If she is in Christ and true follower of Him, then you have the foundation for a wonderful relationship, based on Him.

I like the mutuality in the concept. The capability exists, but another translation of the Hebrew word translated here as "cause" is "accomplish". God accomplishes it. We are the one that is seen walking and doing, but it is God's accomplishment, for which He deserves the glory. If you have...

Good thoughts. Life is filled with temporary pleasures and focusing on the temporary pleasures of sin is one of the many ways we are derailed. You can almost imagine the conversation in this direction from the Screwtape Letters if you've read it. Short term thinking is one of the many dangers of...