Melvin's Musings
Think, Grow, & Laugh: My Philosophy of Social M...
I use Facebook with purpose. For me, it’s not a place to argue or share hot takes. It’s a space to help people (1) think more deeply, (2) be spiritually...
Think, Grow, & Laugh: My Philosophy of Social M...
I use Facebook with purpose. For me, it’s not a place to argue or share hot takes. It’s a space to help people (1) think more deeply, (2) be spiritually...
Don't Be Distracted by Backbiters and Gossips
From time to time, I am reminded that people—including Christians, and far too many preachers—freely slander and disparage others. People rarely bring their mess to me—perhaps because I have no...
Don't Be Distracted by Backbiters and Gossips
From time to time, I am reminded that people—including Christians, and far too many preachers—freely slander and disparage others. People rarely bring their mess to me—perhaps because I have no...
Are We Truly Listening to One Another?
Why, after all these years, do we still struggle so badly to have honest conversations about difficult issues in America—especially about race, religion, and politics? There are many reasons, but...
Are We Truly Listening to One Another?
Why, after all these years, do we still struggle so badly to have honest conversations about difficult issues in America—especially about race, religion, and politics? There are many reasons, but...
Why Celebrate Juneteenth?
The Fourth of July is an ironic holiday for African Americans. While the nation celebrates the Declaration of Independence, adopted by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776, descendants of...
Why Celebrate Juneteenth?
The Fourth of July is an ironic holiday for African Americans. While the nation celebrates the Declaration of Independence, adopted by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776, descendants of...
A Salute to Real Dads on Father's Day
One of the great blessings in my life is being charged by God with raising my two sons, Caleb and Christian. I’m far from perfect, either as a man or...
A Salute to Real Dads on Father's Day
One of the great blessings in my life is being charged by God with raising my two sons, Caleb and Christian. I’m far from perfect, either as a man or...
Human Laws and the Problem of Evil
“We will never create enough laws to control evil. Evil does not obey laws.” I see and hear this sentiment expressed from time to time, oftentimes by people who profess...
Human Laws and the Problem of Evil
“We will never create enough laws to control evil. Evil does not obey laws.” I see and hear this sentiment expressed from time to time, oftentimes by people who profess...