Daily Archives: May 17, 2020

But Without Your Consent, I Wanted To Do Nothing

[Note:  This is the prepared text for a sermonette given to the UCG Portland congregation on Sabbath, May 16, 2020.] The problem of coercion and consent are important ones in our times.  Whether we examine the continuing debate over the … Continue reading

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Book Review: The Complete Writings Of Abraham Lincoln: Volume 7

The Complete Writings Of Abraham Lincoln, Volume 7 This particular book finishes up the collection of Abraham Lincoln’s writings, mostly consisting of Lincoln’s writings from the very end of 1863 to his death along with writings of Lincoln’s that were … Continue reading

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Book Review: The Writings Of Abraham Lincoln: Volume 6

The Writings of Abraham Lincoln;  Volume 6, by Abraham Lincoln This particular volume covers Abraham Lincoln’s writings from 1862 and 1863, and makes for an interesting collection of writings.  Whether Lincoln is gently dealing with ineffective generals like Burnside or … Continue reading

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Book Review: The Writings Of Abraham Lincoln: Volume Five

The Writings of Abraham Lincoln:  Volume Five:  1858-1862, by Abraham Lincoln The writings of Abraham Lincoln are a fascinating look into how it is that an obscure Illinois lawyer became the president of the United State during its darkest hour.  … Continue reading

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