Rev. Mark H. Creech

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  Jan 27, 2015

  The Many Lies of Abortion

  Every year during the month of January, churches along with many other pro-lifers across America reaffirm their commitment to the sanctity of human life. As Father Ted Bobosh has so eloquently stated, "We hold this truth to be self-evident, that all humans are created equal even from their mother's wombs. All are deserving of a chance for life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. We consider this a fundamental American vision for humanity."

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  Jan 19, 2015

  Boehner's Political Revenge: Did He Forget Lessons From Jesus, GOP Icon Abraham Lincoln?

  Certainly most would agree that revenge or retaliation, even when perceptibly justifiable, is not a treasured American value. Nevertheless, you wouldn't know that by John Boehner's response to the congressmen who voted against him as Speaker.

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  Dec 29, 2014

  Confidence for an Uncertain Future

  As we enter into the New Year, a lot of people may be suffering from the fear of want – fearing they will lose their job – afraid that they will lose their health and can't work – fearing they'll lose their home - fearing their debts will outstrip their income – fearing their business will fail

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  Dec 24, 2014

  The Shepherds Made Haste: So Should We

  St. Luke's account says that on that first Christmas shepherds were on a hillside watching their flocks by night, when suddenly, the glory of God shone round about them and an angel appeared. The angel made a stupendous announcement, saying, "... today there was born for you in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord." The shepherds were prompt in their response. They sought out the Christ-child immediately. There is built into life an element of urgency concerning the things that rea

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  Dec 18, 2014

  Racism Bad, But Lawlessness Worse

  Racism is an egregious sin when committed. But greater still, no matter the race, is the sin of him who will not govern himself and demands that he be served rather than to serve.

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  Nov 27, 2014

  An Unthankful Nation Is an Unthinking Nation

  In the mid-1970s, Dr. George Sweeting, now former president and chancellor of Moody Bible Institute, said in a sermon something that has stuck with me through the years. Dr. Sweeting contended, "An unthankful nation is an unthinking nation, and its people are in mortal danger."

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  Nov 25, 2014

  Should North Carolina Magistrates Perform Gay Marriage Despite Their Faith?

  Nevertheless, AOC Director Smith claims that magistrates swear an oath to the United States Constitution, and, therefore, have a duty to perform such marriages since two federal judges have ruled the State's Marriage Amendment that defines marriage as one man and one woman is unconstitutional. Smith adds in his latest correspondence that he believes Berger may be misleading magistrates to believe they can opt out.

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  Nov 18, 2014

  Legalization of Marijuana and the Opera Singer With the Glass Eye

  During the last election, two more states, Alaska and Oregon, approved by referendums the legalization of recreational marijuana. The District of Columbia also approved a voter initiative that is subject to the review of Congress. Colorado and Washington had previously passed similar ballot measures legalizing cannabis in 2012. It may take a while, time enough for the full import of their decision to be felt, nevertheless, it's inevitable these states will discover the legalization of pot didn't

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  Nov 14, 2014

  Desperate People Can Do Dangerous Things: Nuclear Power Plant, Alcohol and Gambling

  People that feel desperate, for whatever reason, can do the most dangerous things.

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  Nov 4, 2014

  The Parable of the Senator's Vote

  A senator's soul arrived in heaven and was met by St. Peter at the entrance. "Welcome to heaven," said St. Peter. "Before you settle in, it seems there is a problem. We seldom see a high official around these parts, you see, so we're not sure what to do with you."