Something of Value
— Part 2 of 4

The week before Easter, I went to the drugstore and bought an ice cream cone in exchange for an egg, which was possible because eggs were in short supply, of more value to the store than an ice cream cone. Life was so simple back then.

Something of Value
— Part 1 of 4

What was that $500 bill worth? Nothing, I decided, because he had no intention of ever spending it. The value of anything is determined by what people are willing to pay and why.

Father’s Day

Father’s Day is not a happy time for everyone. Some people don’t know who their father is. Others lived in an abusive environment where they were told they would never amount to anything good.

The Kingdom of God
— Part 2 of 2

In the Kingdom of God, we have battles, but they are not fought with guns, tanks, and bombs. Warfare calls for a different kind of sword.