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2016-03-25T22:41:32-05:00

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Free Speech Works Both Ways

Last updated on: March 25, 2016 at 10:41 pm By John O'Keefe

I wonder if our Political Leaders are simply mirrors reflecting back to us our images? When I hear people like Trump, or Cruz, I wonder if I’m hearing their voices, or am I hearing the voices of those seeking to be in total control? Generally speaking I’ve never been very political; I’m political enough to know who I’ll vote for, and what others stand for – but I just don’t like the games – and I’m not into the arguing, name... Read more

Christian Karma

2016-03-25T22:49:27-05:00

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The Parable of a Beach Party

Last updated on: March 25, 2016 at 10:49 pm By John O'Keefe

As Jesus was eating, and drinking with his first followers, several local Pastors and Elders came by to have a chat with him about how he was going about ministry; they were very unhappy with the way he handled himself. As they approached, Jesus smiled and welcomed them to join the conversation. The oldest Pastor in the group looked at Jesus and said, “You know, we’re devoted follows of the Divine’s Law; we live our life’s as an example for others to... Read more

2016-03-25T22:43:16-05:00

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The 11th Commandment

Last updated on: March 25, 2016 at 10:43 pm By John O'Keefe

If you’re using religion to marginalize the lives of others, you’re doing it wrong. Over time, I’ve seen more and more people who claim to walk with Christ, push others aside. They marginalize those around them. If, those around them, don’t think they way they do – they are wrong, they are not worthy of friendship – they are not worthy to be called “Christian.” But, it is deeper than that; many who claim to be followers of Christ marginalize the... Read more

2016-03-25T22:53:17-05:00

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The Parable of the Greedy CEO

Last updated on: March 25, 2016 at 10:53 pm By John O'Keefe

After speaking to a large crowd for a long time, Jesus was looking forward to just kicking back and relaxing, when someone from the back of the crowd shouted, “Jesus, tell my greedy brother to give me more of what our father left to the family.” Jesus looked at the man as said, “Really? Really? You want me to get involved in your petty little greed-fest? Who do you think is being greedy, you for wanting more, or your brother... Read more

Christian Karma

2016-03-25T22:58:45-05:00

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The “New” Samaritan

Last updated on: March 25, 2016 at 10:58 pm By John O'Keefe

It was a warm day, Jesus was enjoying the company many people who came to hear him speak. Within the crowd was a young man who spent most of his life reading and studying the scriptures. Jesus could tell that the young man had a heavy heart, so he asked the young man, “What’s on your mind?” The young man looked at Jesus and said, “You keep talking about ‘eternal life.’ What do I need to do to get this eternal life?” Jesus smiled, knowing... Read more

Christian Karma

2016-03-25T23:00:19-05:00

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We All Win When Love Wins: My story.

Last updated on: March 25, 2016 at 11:00 pm By Adam Berman

All this talk of marriage equality feels like being home alone on Valentine’s Day. That was my Facebook post when The Supreme Court ruled in favor of same sex marriage. Really though, the decision has a far deeper reaching message to me. I have identified myself as a follower of Christ for over thirty years, but its only within the last ten years, that I have openly admitted to being gay. Even now, that particular admission of self-acceptance I keep... Read more

2016-03-25T23:02:43-05:00

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A New Parable of the Good Daughter

Last updated on: March 25, 2016 at 11:02 pm By John O'Keefe

As Jesus was s haring the love and generosity of the Divine with those gathered around him, a group of Pastors and Elders from local churches heard what he was doing, so they came by to demanded his credentials. As they approached, they tried to shout Jesus down and cause the crowd to turn against him, “What Seminary did you attend? Give us the names of your Professors. What theological tradition do you follow? What Denomination are you ordained with?... Read more

2016-03-25T23:04:17-05:00

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That’s Not How It Works

Last updated on: March 25, 2016 at 11:04 pm By John O'Keefe

I always get a kick out of people who think they are ordained by the Divine to run for office. It is truly not how it works. I find it fascinating that the Divine would speak to all the candidate. Several who have claimed that the Divine told them to run, have dropped out – If the Divine told them to run, why would they drop out? If you’re hearing the voice of the Divine telling you to run for... Read more

2016-03-25T23:06:08-05:00

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War Solves Nothing

Last updated on: March 25, 2016 at 11:06 pm By John O'Keefe

I always get nerves when I hear our Leaders, and potential Leaders, speak about war. War does nothing, except feed the Military Monster. No war in history has led to a lasting peace. All wars simply become the fuel the next war. I think it’s easy for us to watch the war on TV, or the Internet, and play Monday morning quarterback. Sitting back at Starbucks drinking our $7.00 Mocha, with an extra shot, and discussing how good, or bad, the war... Read more

2016-02-18T21:39:53-05:00

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It Just Had to Be Said Again

Last updated on: February 18, 2016 at 9:39 pm By John O'Keefe

It just had to be said again. Read more

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