Tag: religion
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Defending the Constitution
Today I am thinking of the oath I took when I joined the Army. I vowed to defend the Constitution of the United States against its enemies both foreign and domestic. I specifically consented to the power of the Congress to raise and support armies. I was trained to kill in that cause. I am…
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A Relationship not a Religion
You’ve probably seen people typing or maybe even talking about their walk with Jesus Christ being “a relationship not a religion.” I have always been suspicious of the idea. I grew up in the Episcopal Church and for all its faults it was still a community of believers. There is a power in organized religion…
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Pluralism and Neutrality
For the past twenty four hours I have been arguing in a political group on Facebook that all levels of government should remain as perfectly neutral in religious maters as humanly possible to maintain a pluralistic society. But I feel like I am beating my head against a wall so I’m retreating into my head.…
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Politics and Religion
Trigger warning: If you do not intend to be in a part of the internet discussing Politics and Religion you are here by mistake. This is the first time in a long time since I’ve been excited to vote for president. I have been in the American Solidarity Party for a little over four years.…
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It’s a Beautiful Day
It’s a beautiful day in the house. I don’t know about the neighborhood. I’m still in my jammies, drinking coffee, listening to my sons empty vocalizations, and contemplating life. The last part is something I do often. I’ve been thinking about forty year old video games and proving people wrong and custody hearings and days…
Latter Day Sinner 