According to history.com, Independence Day, better known as the July 4th has been a federal holiday in the United States since 1941, but the tradition of Independence Day celebrations goes back to the 18th century and the American Revolution (1775-83). In June 1776, representatives of the 13 colonies then fighting in the revolutionary struggle weighed […]

Our world is full of artificial things. Food is enhanced by artificial flavoring and color. Flowers are often composed of artificial things mixed in with the real deal and artificial things are counterfeit. To counterfeit something means to make it “with intent to defraud by passing the false as the true.” Likewise, counterfeit Christians are […]

A small boy is sent to bed by his father… [Five minutes later] “Da-ad…” “What?” “I’m thirsty. Can you bring me a drink of water?” “No. You had your chance. Lights out.” [Five minutes later] “Da-aaaad…” “WHAT?” “I’m THIRSTY…Can I have a drink of water??” “I told you NO! If you ask again I’ll have […]