Category Archives: Culture

Chemistry Test

Posted on May 13, 2013 by jesustrek

Randy Jackson has just announced that he is leaving American Idol after being a judge on the show for 12 years. He and fellow original judges Simon Cowell and Paula Abdul helped make the show a cultural sensation, but Jackson … Continue reading →

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Voice of Reason

Posted on April 30, 2013 by jesustrek

A lot of people are speaking out on the recent announcement by veteran NBA player Jason Collins that he is a homosexual. Kobe Bryant tweeted his encouragement to Collins, urging him to stand against “the ignorance of others”. Martina Navratilova … Continue reading →

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Apt Description

Posted on April 22, 2013 by jesustrek

Now that the trial of Philadelphia abortionist Kermit Gosnell is being covered by the media, I notice that they are using the word “grisly” to describe his actions. That’s an accurate description of any abortion, not just those that are … Continue reading →

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That’s a Shame!

Posted on April 8, 2013 by jesustrek

Of all the classic lines delivered by Jerry Seinfeld in the iconic television show that bears his name, one of my favorites is—“That’s a shame!” This was often Jerry’s response to the news that someone had experienced some type of … Continue reading →

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Lot on My Mind

Posted on April 2, 2013 by jesustrek

To say that I’ve been uneasy about the direction of our country would be an understatement. Acts that were once unspeakable are now being promoted as normal behavior. I am even being told that I must celebrate that which God … Continue reading →

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Neither New nor Normal

Posted on March 22, 2013 by jesustrek

Some polls indicate that Americans are becoming more open to moving away from Jesus’ definition of marriage as a union between a man and a woman (Genesis 2:24 & Mark 10:7). Television shows such as Modern Family and The New … Continue reading →

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Hot Babe

Posted on March 15, 2013 by jesustrek

Is there anybody on the planet who is hotter now than Betty White? The 91-year-old television icon is more in demand now than she ever has been in her lengthy and illustrious career. If you had told her back in … Continue reading →

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No Special Deals

Posted on March 6, 2013 by jesustrek

Someone recently said that most people oppose abortion except for three types of circumstances:  rape, incest and “my situation”. It’s true that we humans have an incredible ability to rationalize our behavior no matter how wrong our actions may be. … Continue reading →

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Singing an Odd Song

Posted on February 27, 2013 by jesustrek

Morrissey, a singer and outspoken animal rights campaigner, cancelled his scheduled appearance on ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel Live last night. He backed out of his commitment when he realized that some members of the cast of Duck Dynasty would also be … Continue reading →

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Playing on the Road

Posted on February 26, 2013 by jesustrek

There is an on-going debate about whether or not the United States can still be considered a Christian nation. Some Christian leaders have conceded that the church no longer has the home field advantage in our culture. More United States … Continue reading →

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