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Words can change one's heart. A new heart can move one to change the world. Hi, my name is Ernie Smartt. Sixty plus years of hanging around people on this earth has carved images into my heart that will one day be planted on the pages of life-changing books.

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Religion & Spirituality > Christian Beliefs & Culture Is there proof that God exists?: 1 of 33
We won't prove that God exists, He will. Is it possible that God has made it His intention not to leave His fingerprints or footprints in His path so science cannot discover Him? There are hints all around us that there might be a God. It seems that some things can only be explained in terms of "God did it." So the argumen... More..
Sports & Recreation > Summer Olympics 2008 Olympics: Should the Olympic torch be greeted by celebration or protest?: 1 of 17
The Torch Relay Is a Celebration, Not a Political Event The Olympics has never really been a political event. It has, however, been the object of political protests, and terrorism. This should never be allowed to happen. The athletes and torch runners are celebrating the best of the best. It is a proud event. It is an exc... More..
Personal Finance > Retirement Deciding when to start Social Security: 1 of 15
There are rumors everywhere about social security. Never rest upon rumors about anything. Ask questions. Expect correct answers. It is, after all, your money that is in question. The information that we can find as we research the issue of SS may not be totally accurate. It is likely that there is a lot of estimation and gues... More..
Education > Teachers & Administrators Should students be held accountable for their failing grades: 1 of 13

This week I asked many students why a student makes failing grades. Their answers were much the same, and none of them placed the responsibility upon anyone other than the student himself, except where shared responsibility was indicated. This tells me that, when put to the test, students know they are responsible. One little... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Political Issues Barack Obama: Should political views be more important than color: 1 of 13
The political issues are far more significant than the color of the candidate's skin. Race should not be the major reason for a Presidential vote. Today, we have a new president. Indeed, it was an historical event. No doubt it is a time for celebrating, we have a new President. We cannot deny that this country needs a fres... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Political & Economic Theory Commentary: Independence and the hindrance of religion: 1 of 10
Independence and the hindrance of religion Religion sets boundaries. It sets boundaries for how we live in a secular world, and it sets boundaries for how we live out our moral and ethical lives within the religion. Religion is the broad-brush term used for what is often truly a personal relationship with God or a hig... More..
Education > Educational Philosophy Self-discovery key to educational success: Teach a child to teach himself: 1 of 10
Self-discovery is indeed a key to an individual's educational success. Self-discovery is where education begins for everyone. The life of a child before he enters school is full of learning, from the beginning of the day to the end. Most of this learning is through exploration and experience. The child notices everything. In ... More..
Education > Teachers & Administrators Teacher tips: How to deal with student cell phones in the classroom: 2 of 19
When I walk into classrooms and see students using their cell phones and listening to music on iPods, I am pretty sure that this usually means there is less learning taking place in that classroom. When students are free to use these electronic devices in one classroom, they expect to be free to do so in other classes as well... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Doctrine & Issues Problems with the claim of religions claiming 'the one true faith': 4 of 37
Religions get it wrong. Baptists, Methodists, Catholics, Jews, Muslims, and all other religions are man's way to search for and sometimes even define God. They do not agree on a lot of things, and often new religions come from such divisions. Religion is an umbrella that covers personal beliefs based on a religious book or... More..
Education > Educational Philosophy A new generation of educational opportunities: 1 of 9
Political correctness, teacher's over-extended responsibilities, fear of losing their jobs, student lack of interest, teaching to the test, and many other factors as educators attempt to teach today's generation, are changing the way we teach. These changes produce new opportunities in education. Technology and other tools us... More..