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In the News: Does Facebook Make Us More or Less Social?
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Mark D. Roberts
The hit movie, The Social Network, paints an ironic, sad picture of relationships in the age of Facebook. The creators of the most powerful social media website in the world, one that focuses on having lots of friends, are utterly unable to have true friendships. They are social failures, even though they have made billions…
Sunday Inspiration from The High Calling: Reaching Out to God for Mercy
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Mark D. Roberts
Reaching Out to God for Mercy Psalm 28:1-9 Listen to my prayer for mercy as I cry out to you for help, as I lift my hands toward your holy sanctuary. Psalm 28:2 In the church where I grew up, people didn’t raise their hands in a worship service, except for the pastor…
Words for the Ages, Words for Your Soul: “Jesus, I Come”
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Mark D. Roberts
At a recent Laity Lodge retreat, our musician/worship leader was Sandra McCracken. Sandra, a popular singer/songwriter, has released several solo albums and participated in many others. Her lyrical depth and engaging voice have made her one of the most sought-after of contemporary Christian artists. (Photo: Laity Lodge) But Sandra is also part of a movement…
Should the Government Crack Down on Pedestrians Who Use Earbuds?
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Mark D. Roberts
According to the New York Times, lawmakers in several states are trying to limit the use of earbuds by . . . not drivers . . . but pedestrians: “In New York, a bill is pending in the legislature’s transportation committee that would ban the use of mobile phones, iPods or other electronic devices while…
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