Month: August 2020
Mercy, Mercy Me
“I have always found that mercy bears richer fruits than strict justice.” (Abraham Lincoln) Justice and mercy go together. Yes, we all want justice. We want to reward good behavior and punish the bad. But we all want mercy when we are on the… Continue Reading “Mercy, Mercy Me”
Truth, Justice, and the American Way
Faster than a speeding bullet. More powerful than a locomotive. Able to leap tall buildings in a single bound. Look. Up in the sky. It’s a bird. It’s a plane. It’s Superman! Who fights a never-ending battle for truth, justice, and the American way.… Continue Reading “Truth, Justice, and the American Way”
Truth or Consequences
Truth or Consequences was a game show that was on television when I was a kid. A contestant was asked a ridiculous question that they usually couldn’t answer. When they got it wrong, they would have to “pay the consequences” by performing some embarrassing… Continue Reading “Truth or Consequences”
Oh, Wise Guy, Eh?
In writing about the 7 deadly sins and their opposite 7 heavenly virtues over the last couple months, I was reminded by a number of you that there are others to consider; for instance, the four cardinal virtues of prudence (wisdom), justice, fortitude (courage),… Continue Reading “Oh, Wise Guy, Eh?”
Shall We Play a Game?
Have you seen the movie “War Games” from way back in 1983? It must still be popular since it’s not included for free on any of the popular streaming services, you actually have to buy or rent it. The plot is that a military… Continue Reading “Shall We Play a Game?”
The Saint Builder Foundation 