Articles written by Cinda Smaagaard - Page 2

Where Knowledge Rules

What is Helium

About me - Cinda Smaagaard

Writer of theological and philosophical literature.
BA English, MA coursework Theology/Philosophy.

I am a disabled freelance writer and market researcher.
Reasonfaith is a nonprofit organization committed to the connection between logic and faith-based belief.

+ more bio information

RSS Feed

Politics, News & Issues > Political & Economic Theory Should the media have freedom of speech?: 7 of 104
Freedom of speech is one of the most misunderstood Constitutional rights Americans possess. The First Amendment was initially put into place because the ability to speak freely, to protest, and to creatively think and critically argue were considered unalienable God-given rights endowed by human beings by their Creator. Ever... More..
Health & Fitness > Autism Living with Asperger's syndrome: 1 of 10
Asperger's is a form of Autism, a developmental malfunction of the brain which affects social intelligence. Unlike the character immortalized in the movie "Rainman," many people who suffer from Asperger's may go on to have productive lives. Remarkably they are able to overcome the hurdles imposed on them by the disability, b... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Churches & Organizations The emerging church abandons dated philosophies and embraces a progressive mentality: 1 of 10
Christian churches should not be based on vain philosophies or ideologies, but they certainly should be progressive and forward-thinking. The church has always embraced the culture which shapes it like the environment, art, language, food, dress and life-style. Many churches have been forced to abandon outdated ways of think... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Constitutional & Contract Law Should religious organizations be prevented from participating in politics?: 2 of 19
"Render unto Caesar the things that are Caesar's and unto God the things that are God's," (Matthew 22:21). Religious organizations are groups, not individuals, and should NOT be participating in politics for the simple reason that political interests involve governmental regulations, executive laws, special financial interes... More..
Pets & Animals > Pet Ownership Which makes a better pet: A dog or a cat?: 23 of 206
Companion animals are essential to any home. Dogs and cats both make good pets, but I believe a dog would be the more faithful friend for the following reasons. Dogs will not cough up hairballs on your floor. Dogs will not scratch holes nor snag your clothing with their claws just for spite. Dogs will not throw kitty litter ... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Doctrine & Issues Is it against Christian principles to judge others?: 5 of 35
"Judge not, lest you be judged," Matthew 7:1 tells us. "For in the way you judge, you will be judged." Christians need to be discerning about others even at the cost of bringing possible condemnation to themselves. The problem arises when one places their personal judgment upon another publically or is asked to do so and the... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Beliefs & Culture Can you be a Christian, and support Roe vs. Wade?: 2 of 14
Followers of Jesus Christ would wish to follow the Ten Commandments. One of those is Thou Shalt Not Kill. Roe vs. Wade was the landmark case allowing for abortion or termination of pregnancy after conception. Christians support Roe v. Wade based upon the premise that a woman has a "right" to choose to terminate her unborn ch... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values Which would you rather have: Courage or wisdom?: 4 of 26
Senator John McCain authored a book entitled "Why Courage Matters." The short essays pointed out the importance of bravery. You can be the wisest person in the world, but if you do not have the courage to act upon the knowledge, it will not do you or the world much good. As a former POW, John McCain knew firsthand what he wa... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Social Values & Norms An urgent need for reason, dialogue and compromise: 2 of 13
The ability to think critically, to communicate and to see another's point of view are three essentials every school should teach. Perhaps a test like the high school assessment or college prep could be given to test one's ability to reason, dialogue and compromise before sending someone out into the world to fend for themse... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Doctrine & Issues Is Joel Osteen spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ or just making people feel good about themselves?: 5 of 30
Joel Osteen and his wife Victoria are spreading the Christian gospel through their ministry at Lakewood Church in Texas. Building a faithful congregation of over 38,000 people each Sunday would take more than a simple "feel good" theology. Joel Osteen is not only knowledgeable about Jesus Christ, the Bible and the gifts of t... More..