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LIFE DIGEST: Dutch euthanasia cases increase
Euthanasia cases in The Netherlands continued to increase in 2009.
The number of reported cases of euthanasia in the European country increased by 200 to about 2,500, Dutch News reported. more »
By Tom Strode - Jan 5, 2010 - (1)
Topic: Life, Abortion, Birth Control, End-of-Life Issues, Citizenship, Science, Bioethics
Former resident of TBCH thanks convention for his care
JACKSON, Tenn. – Patrick Tippit is now a policeman for the City of Franklin and a former U.S. Marine, but just a few years ago as a child and teenager he lived in a home in a rural area of Middle Tennessee “filled with abuse, drug abuse, alcohol abuse,” he said. more »
By Connie Davis Bushey - Jan 5, 2010 - (1)
Topic: Life
Contending with evil in a season of hope
In face of unrestrained evil in the world, particularly on the part of tyrants and despots, Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission exec Richard Land ponders a proper response to those who wish to do harm to the innocent. more »
By Richard Land - Jan 4, 2010
Topic: Citizenship, Christian Citizenship, , Human Rights, , War, Issues,
Racism and the Evangelical Church
Racial and ethnic hostility is the foremost social problem facing our world today. From the systematic horror of “ethnic cleansing” in Bosnia to the random violence ravaging our inner cities, our world seems caught up in a tidal wave of racial and ethnic tension. more »
By Billy Graham - Jan 1, 2010
Topic: Citizenship, Racial Reconciliation
Laurinaitis counts his blessings with Rams
ST. LOUIS—James Laurinaitis, rookie middle linebacker for the St. Louis Rams, is from a family that is well acquainted with the colorful world of professional wrestling. more »
By Allen Palmeri - Dec 29, 2009
Topic: Faith, Ministry, Citizenship, Christian Citizenship
Lamenting New Fashions
Over the past few months, the New York Times ran two stories addressing what can best be described as gender-blurring, a behavior exhibited by a growing number of teenagers and young adults, particularly as it is reflected in their fashion choices. more »
By Richard Land - Dec 28, 2009 - (1)
Topic: Faith, Apologetics, Family, Pop Culture
LIFE DIGEST: Adult stem cells providing treatments
Non-embryonic, or adult, stem cells continue to show remarkable results in treating injuries and diseases.
In recently reported therapies:
— Doctors in Great Britain used a man’s own stem cells and a new gel to heal his badly broken leg and prevent amputation. more »
By Tom Strode - Dec 22, 2009
Topic: Life, Abortion, Birth Control, Stem-Cell Research
A Failure in Courage
Many people will remember John F. Kennedy’s wonderful little book Profiles in Courage, which tells the stories of men who stood against incredible political pressure for conscience sake. more »
By Richard Land - Dec 22, 2009 - (1)
Topic: Citizenship, Healthcare
Harry Reid’s Christmas Gift of Health Care Reform
With Christmas just days away, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-NV) has not kept quiet about his gift to the American people—sweeping health care reform. more »
By Doug Carlson - Dec 22, 2009 - (2)
Topic: Citizenship, Healthcare
Land, others, distraught by abortion compromise
Southern Baptist ethicist Richard Land and other pro-life leaders expressed their deep disappointment in Nebraska Sen. Ben Nelson’s agreement to health-care legislation they say does not prevent federal funds from supporting abortion. more »
By staff - Dec 21, 2009
Topic: Life, Abortion, Citizenship, Healthcare, Legislation