The current use of the term conspiracy theorist instantly triggers the thought that such a person is an idiot who believes stupid lies/wild fantasies. Everyone rolls their eyes at the…
In Defense of Conspiracy Theorists
Tag: discernment
Watch Out for Slop!
“Gardyloo!” was a cry used in medieval Scotland (and on into modern times). The expression was derived from French words meaning “beware of the water.” When tenants on upper floors…
Rocks and Rugs
An “anointed stone of David”? A “Rug of Faith” (also called “Prayer Rug”)? You’ve likely run across other so-called sacred/blessed/anointed items (like coins, cloths, holy water) promoted by certain ministries.…
What’s Up with Stoicism?
A friend who asked about Stoicism (April 2024) had been reading up—and seemed intrigued. Little did I know there were numerous books out on the subject! It seems impossible to…
“Ask the Holy Spirit to Tell You?”
I’ve written before on the general topic of “Ask God to Tell You?” What triggered this new post was an instruction I read for making an Oikos map. I’d not…