I can't help but thinking this Washington Times editorial is doing nothing but stating the obvious. Hasan was a radical muslim who plotted murder against the American infidels at Ft. Hood. No serious person can believe otherwise. Still, this is a good editorial to read just to remind ourselves of what we are up against. ... Continue Reading →
Clear as Mud
Our moral outlook is clear as mud, generally speaking. The whole Ft. Hood terror attack (and that is what it was) is the latest evidence of our incompetence when speaking on moral issues. Unbelievably, Major Hassan is being portrayed as a victim, when he is the guy who killed 14 innocent people (yes, 14. A... Continue Reading →
Hole in Our War on Terror
Mark Steyn, once again, has hit the nail on the head. This article is clear, to the point, and exactly what more folks ought to be saying.
Another ‘Honor’ Killing
No one assumes that every Muslim is violent. Few are asserting that the religion itself is inherently violent. Nevertheless, the appearance to those of us outside of Islam is that it breeds violence. The founder of the religion was himself sometimes violent, and the most vocal adherents of the religion are violent. The tragedy at... Continue Reading →
Cowardly Courage
Rolan Emmerich loves to be provocative in his movie making endeavors. He blows up the White House and other sacred landmarks to provoke shock, fear, and emotion. As it turns out, his willingness to provoke emotion has its limits. This article points out Emmerich's cowardice. This article is almost laughable in pionting out Emmerich's unwillingness... Continue Reading →
Women of Faith
Jesus spoke to the Samaritan woman at the well. When she left his presence, she was alive, excited, and very interested in calling others to "come see a man." Jesus had a number of women who were among his first, faithful followers. All in all, Christ pointed the way to upholding the dignity and honor... Continue Reading →
Tough Questions
I don't know of too many folks asking really tough questions when it comes to international affairs and the role of Islamic terror. Robert Spencer, however, is asking the questions. Some of the questions he has are these: Why did someone who became interested in the Koran and wanted to serve Allah get involved in... Continue Reading →
Human Rights Laws
Funny thing about human rights--rights must be guaranteed by an authority capable of bestowing them. In the U.S., the authority has historically been assumed to be the God of the Bible ("all men are created by God with certain inalienable rights..."). Human rights in other countries rely on other authorities. This story from Baptist Press... Continue Reading →
Kidnapping or Honor Killing?
This story about Rifqa Bary is interesting on a number of levels. She is in danger. Some say the threat is kidnapping. She claims the danger is from her family killing her. This young woman is only 17; so, she is still considered a minor. It's possible that the pastor in Florida or others helped... Continue Reading →
Blind Eyes for Threats to Women
I hope women's groups get access to this story out of Iran. I remember my surprise when women's rights groups supported Bill Clinton for President and, afterwards, supported him through the entire intern ordeal. I thought, at that point, their credibility was shot. I figured their on-going work would be no more effective than Jimmy... Continue Reading →
Filipino Tragedy
Having spent much time with Filipinos lately, I am on alert for stories related to the Philippines. Sadly, there is a news report from Catobato this morning detailing a church bombing. At least 5 people were killed and 30 injured as a Catholic church was bombed during morning mass. There continues to be on-going tension... Continue Reading →
Both Frustrating and Exciting
It is unusual for an article to be both frustrating and exciting, but this article accomplishes the feat remarkably well. In relation to the 500th Anniversary of Calvin's birth, this article grossly misrepresents what Calvinism is and why it is gaining influence. At the same time, however, the article focuses attention on the tsunami of Calvinist soteriology in America. ... Continue Reading →
From Gitmo to Bermuda
Apparently, the plan to close Guantanamo is getting ugly. In this news article (which probably will not show up much in the mainstream), the point is plainly made that no one (a) thinks the fellows at Gitmo are innocent people who need a break; and (b) that the people housed at Gitmo are terrorists. People... Continue Reading →
A Good Reason to Close Gitmo
Here is a surprising insight from sort of a surprising source. Christopher Hitchens has a unique perspective on a really good reason to close the Guantanamo prison: It's a state-run Madrasah! From the story: The officers in charge were so pleased by this ability to show off their extreme broad-mindedness in respect of Islam that... Continue Reading →
Officially Insane
You will not believe this story. We have officially embraced insanity in an effort to be tolerant of Islam. The Apostle Paul speaks of the foolish heart being darkened by sin and thus unable to recognize any longer realities which once were patently obvious. This story is an illustration of just such a mental and moral... Continue Reading →
Gregory C. Cochran 