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I received an usual Christmas present today - a card with the explanation of the meaning of the name "Scott". Not surprisingly, it implies that someone is from Scotland and comes from the Old English word "scottas". Throughout time, names…

For many years, as most of you know, I devoted myself to seminary and studying the Scriptures virtually full time. Those days were some of the most rewarding of my entire career. I developed several friendships that have withstood the…

This morning I woke up and read in the paper that there are only 6 shopping days left till Christmas. I really haven't thought of the holiday in that context before this morning, but I admit that a little chill…

I was sitting in the office this afternoon speaking with one of my co-workers about faith and theology in the workplace. It's one of those things that to some degree you have to be careful about these days. So many…