LIFE, LOVE & TRUTH

Afghanistan – The Trials of Tribal Leaders

Jeff Courter — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 11:23:14 +0000

In the Afghan War, winning battles against the Taliban is one way to measure progress. But winning hearts and minds of the Afghan people will require a much deeper commitment. It's worth considering what keeps tribal leaders up at night...

9/11 – New Photos Remind Us What We’ve Lost

Jeff Courter — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 22:05:53 +0000

A picture is worth a 1000 words. New aerial photos of 9/11 leave us hollow and haunted. "The War on Terror" sometimes seems complex and conceptual. But this is raw and real. It deserves to stay fixed in our minds.

Haiti – Shock, Awe & Burning Questions

Jeff Courter — Sun, 17 Jan 2010 16:36:54 +0000

In the aftermath of Haiti's horrifying earthquake, let's talk about tough questions that trouble many of us when disasters strike. But let's not overlook what we can do to help Haiti find hope for the future.

1984 Redux – Lessons for Terrorists

Jeff Courter — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 16:49:48 +0000

What's ahead for Afghanistan - and other oppressed people of the world? History gives us some clues. So does a haunting message from classic literature...

The Promise of 2010 – Is Enough Finally ENOUGH?

Jeff Courter — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 18:09:43 +0000

As we enter a new year and a new decade, it's the perfect time to rethink our priorities. It's time to demonstrate that we love people more than things. It's time to simplify.

A Very Muslim Christmas – Why Not?

Jeff Courter — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 18:34:17 +0000

The Christmas holiday may be behind us. But that doesn't mean the spirit can't live on. And it doesn't mean we can't share it with Muslims - or anyone else who seeks a more peaceful, loving world!

The Gift of Christmas – Way Beyond a Birthday

Jeff Courter — Fri, 25 Dec 2009 16:26:38 +0000

In Christian theology, what concept makes the most difference in our lives (or ought to)? One word: Incarnation. Let's discuss.

Nobel Theology – The Afghan Imperative

Jeff Courter — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 02:52:45 +0000

Take a closer look at the theology and history supporting President Obama's emerging "doctrine" of war and peace - and consider its implications for Afghanistan.

Nobel Theology – Pursuing Peace in a Time of War

Jeff Courter — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 05:12:16 +0000

President Obama's Nobel Prize speech reflected a deep sensitivity to theological principals of "good" and "evil." What can this tell us about his vision of peace - and war? (PART 1 of 2)

Hubble’s Heavenly Countdown to Christmas

Jeff Courter — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 00:51:16 +0000

Check out this spin on a digital-age Advent Calendar - courtesy The Boston Globe and the Hubble Space Telescope. A wondrous way to remember the season!