Serving Bread

I’ve been doing some thinking and reflecting on why Iraq is not going too hot. Some folks would argue that I’m making a subjective statement. Perhaps! Even if it’s unfair to go so far as to call Iraq (our policy) a mess, the elections earlier this month brought a gain for the Democrats, with the [...]

My posts don’t generally get too many comments, but if you’re perusing, I thought I’d take a survey on the question: What is success or victory in Iraq? (President Bush reiterated today that US troops would not leave until the task is accomplished) In the nearly 4 years since the war was launched, that definition [...]

Please don’t get me wrong. I enjoy the privileges of being a naturalized American citizen. There are many things I enjoy about this country and about our culture. However, sometimes you have to stop and observe ourselves. And to be honest, it can be a little embarassing. So here is my list of “You know [...]

Lebanon needs your/mine/our prayers. A key Lebanese politician, Pierre Gemayel, was assassinated today. He was a vocal opponent of allying Lebanon with Syria. He is the third prominent, anti-Syrian Lebanese killed in the last year. Last February, Rafik Hariri (a popular Shiite) was killed in a car bomb. Today, Gemayel (a popular Christian leader) was [...]

For those of you who have school loans know about ACS (Affiliated Computer Services, Inc.). They service education loans. They are an unimpressive company (last year, they lost one of their laptops with my wife’s social security number on it), and (excuse me for the slang) very shady! We have now received three letters from [...]

UN Peacekeepers patrolling in southern Lebanon were prepared to fire at two Israeli F-15s and another two drones (see story here). In total, there were 14 Israeli air violations in a one-day period. As part of the cease-fire deal, Israel was not to carry out any more overhead flights over Lebanon. Why does this story [...]

Props go to the CSUN Men’s basketball team (NCAA-Division 1) for their win over Redlands on Wednesday. Well it wasn’t just a win, they destroyed them, 159-97. That’s right, one hundred fifty nine points for the Matadors! (A nod goes out to my buddy Terrell for his 6 points, 2 rebounds and 1 assist contribution!) [...]

(Part IV in an occasional series. Read Part I, Part II, and Part III) Is there something to be said about the fact that the US policies both domestically and abroad have been succesful in that we have not been attacked since 9/11? Those who support Bush’s policies cite “we haven’t been attacked since 9/11″ [...]

I love when God invites me to see the ways that he is at work in building our community on campus. I see ministry and community happen, but I love it when God gives me a glimpse into the ways that he is building faith in people. Tonight was one of those nights for me. [...]

USA Today broke a story yesterday with a headline, “U.S. seeks better ties by aiding militaries”. In the first paragraph, the newspaper writes, Concern about leftist victories in Latin America has prompted President Bush to quietly grant a waiver that allows the United States to resume training militaries from 11 Latin American and Caribbean countries. [...]