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"Introduce yourself" venues are always difficult for me. Probably most important is that I am middle-aged father of four. I have been married for almost 24 years.

I was in pastoral ministry for nearly a decade and almost lost my mind. I love to teach and the

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Religion & Spirituality > Religion & Spirituality (Other) Can God and Darwinism coexist?: 2 of 113
Can God and Darwinism coexist? The answer is "yes," but maybe not because both are true. They can co-exist for the cause of freedom. Both belief systems share features in common. 1. Faith statements Creationism. Creationism is based on faith in the "first-cause" explanation of creation and life. Creationism rests on some ve... More..
Education > Educational Philosophy Can old teachers learn new tricks?: 1 of 21
"To be a teacher in the right sense is to be a learner. I am not a teacher, only a fellow student" - Soren Kierkegaard Chances are we have all experienced those teachers who loved learning and saw themselves as students and those teachers who believed they had nothing else to learn. Which type of teacher was most influential... More..
Arts & Humanities > Philosophical Concepts Is truth absolute or conditional?: 2 of 32
Is truth absolute or conditional? A better question would be; does absolute Truth exist? The only way to answer this question with any level of credibility is to first identify and define the terms. Truth is a law or principle that is transcendent in nature and universal in application. The assumption that absolute Truth exi... More..
Arts & Humanities > 20th & 21st Century US History Is the emotional impact of 9/11 as strong now as it was seven years ago?: 2 of 21
Is the emotional impact of 9/11 as strong now as it was seven years ago? The answer probably depends on who you ask. The "average Joe or Jolene" on the street would probably say "no." If you lost someone that day I am sure the answer is "yes." The common saying is that "time heals all wounds." A more accurate perspecti... More..
Jobs & Careers > Education Jobs Surviving your first year as a teacher: 2 of 20
Ten Things I Wish Someone Would Have Told Me My First Year I remember my first year in the classroom. I entered teaching after working in a different field. A friend was principal of the school and he called on me to complete the year for a teacher who resigned. It was March and the class was sixth grade. I lacked the typic... More..
Relationships & Family > Male / Female Communication Styles How guys think: 1 of 10
How guys think? Some might ask if men ever think. Since I am a guy I cannot agree that men never think. But, men do have a tendency to think differently than women. One must proceed cautiously because we should not overlook that men and women can vary in the degree of stereotypical characteristics they possess. ... More..
Business > Entrepreneurship (Other) Personality traits necessary for success in self-employment: 7 of 47
Why are some people successful as entrepreneurs while others fail? One reason why people are successful as entrepreneurs is they have a personality that fits this lifestyle. Self-employment can be risky and a large number of new business efforts fail each year. The risks of letting go of the anecdotal security of workin... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Religion & Spirituality (Other) Should one's faith influence a citizen's vote?: 50 of 307
Should one's faith influence a citizen's vote? How does one mute the voice of their faith if they have faith? If faith has true purpose and meaning in a person's life it assumes the core of their worldview and influences every choice and decision they make. We are playing games with ourselves when we adopt the Gnostic and Pl... More..
Education > Adult Education Distance learning: What you need to know: 6 of 33
What You Need to Know about Distance Learning: Advice From An InstructorDistance learning is the wave of the future. A couple of course delivery models can fall under the distance learning heading. One model involves modular classes where the student "attends class" at either the university or an off-site location for a brief... More..
Jobs & Careers > Resumes & Cover Letters 10 Ways to build a resume you are proud of: 9 of 46
THE RESUME AS FIRST IMPRESSION "You never get a second change to make a first impression." A resume is an applicant's first impression in a job interview.RESUME FLAWS The resume is a person's potential entrance to a company and the source of first impression. Yet, a poorly constructed resume can prove to be a disaster for app... More..