As the pope pushes Europe to “recover its spiritual roots” (CatholicCulture.org, March 2, 2016), “The German chancellor has refused to back down under mounting pressure to reverse course on the refugee crisis. Campaigning on behalf of her party, she said it’s time for Germany to broaden its international role” (Deutsche Welle, March 2, 2016).

In 2016, American psychiatrist and distinguished professor at Johns Hopkins University Dr. Paul McHugh wrote an article for the Wall Street Journal titled, “A New Semester, a New Approach to Campus Turmoil.” Though he may not have realized it, Dr. McHugh touched on an important Biblical principle, as he covered the story of a Yale professor coming under fire for what some considered racially provocative comments.

Wanting to be helpful to others is a wonderful characteristic. When God created the first woman, He designed her to be a “helper” (Genesis 2:18). But, being a profitable helper takes some humility, insight, communication, and wisdom.

Easter is coming, and if you are like many Christians, you are probably excited! If so, you might want to reconsider this “holiday.” In fact, you might just be worshiping someone other than Jesus Christ, without even knowing it!

As the westward migration of settlers streamed into the Mexican Territory of Texas in the 1830’s, conflict with the Mexican government seemed inevitable. At first, they were welcomed, but in time it became obvious that the settlers were going to form their own Republic—or seek to become a part of the United States.