Author Ava Pennington
Author Ava Pennington

National Tell the Truth Day

Many of us can remember chanting the childhood accusation, “Liar, liar, pants on fire.” Perhaps you've seen the movie, Liar, Liar, starring Jim Carey as an attorney who cannot tell a lie for 24 hours. Because of this one little impediment, his life is turned upside...

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How Much Suffering is Enough?

Enough. Have you ever said that to God? Enough suffering, Lord. I’ve had more than my fair share of trouble. When is it going to stop? Remember the trials and tribulations of Job? His near-perfect life was disrupted by trouble. Lots and lots of trouble. He lost his...

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The Lure of Hard Copy

Hard copy may be going the way of 8-track tapes. Physical books are being dissed in favor of electronic formats. The cost of publishing hard copy books is increasing even as the sales of e-books climb. E-readers and tablets are competing fast and furiously, from...

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Do We Need a National Day of Prayer?

I’ve received several messages on FaceBook about the President deciding not to proclaim a National Day of Prayer in May. While that’s not true, he has chosen to issue the proclamation without hosting a ceremony in the White House. However, U.S. District Judge Barbara...

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