Three kinds
There are three kinds of people in the world. The first class is of those who live simply for their own sake and pleasure, regarding…
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Goodbyes
My Mother-in-law doesn't like long goodbyes. She wants them short and sweet--no sense in prolonging the pain. She's not too abrupt, mind you, but she…
Most people pray
Human beings are religious. Study any culture from any time and you'll find people practicing some form of religion. Atheism is actually very rare, historically…
His name
"Please, Aslan," said Lucy. "Before we go, will you tell us when we can come back to Narnia again? Please. And oh, do, do, do…
Education
"While we are planning the education of the future we can be rid of the illusion that we shall ever replace destiny. Make the plans…
Chivalry
C. S. Lewis defines chivalry as a combination of sternness and meekness. The knights of old were to strive toward this ideal--of being a courageous…
Courage
I've heard it said that courage and cowardice are hard to predict. That some, assumed to be brave, don't hold up. And others, assumed to…
Watchful dragons
Professor and author, C.S. Lewis (1898-1963) grew up in church. During his schooling, he became an atheist. He converted to Christianity at the age of…
Emotional expectations
Diedra and I went on a three-week study tour of Israel while I was in seminary. It was fascinating--and of lifelong value to a professional…
Mirrors
"Don't imagine that I've been selected to go...because I'm anyone in particular. One never can see, or not till long afterwards, why any one was…