Archive - Barrett Duke
The Boy Scouts of America and America’s boys
I was a Boy Scout. I wasn’t a particularly avid one. I just wanted to hang out with other guys and enjoy the time. I only made it to First Class Scout because my Scout master and a couple of my fellow Scouts were determined to help me achieve that rank. more »
By Barrett Duke - May 30, 2013
Topic: Family, Children, Sexual Purity, Homosexuality, Citizenship, Community Service, ,
Abortion and the states: some accountability required
The entire nation is aware of the horrific acts of Kermit Gosnell, the late-term abortionist. The stories that have come out during his trial for multiple counts of murder of young babies are heartbreaking and bewildering. more »
By Barrett Duke - May 16, 2013
Topic: Life, Abortion, Citizenship, Legislation,
Motherhood: one of God’s greatest gifts
“God couldn’t be everywhere, so He made mothers.” While not theologically accurate, this old Jewish saying describes beautifully the significant role that mothers have in our lives. more »
By Barrett Duke - May 9, 2013
Topic: Family, Parenting, Mothers,
Work: It’s so you
The first question of the 350 year-old Westminster Shorter Catechism asks: “What is the chief end of man?” The answer: “Man’s chief end is to glorify God and to enjoy Him forever.” And many of you may be saying, “Yes, the weekend is almost here and I can start glorifying God and enjoying Him.” But, there’s also that word “forever.” Many think it means “into eternity.” It does mean that, but it also means “at all times,” including Monday through Friday. more »
By Barrett Duke - May 1, 2013
America the resolute
Another act of violence shook our nation this week. This time, the perpetrator used bombs hidden in trash cans. To intensify the effect of his hatred, he loaded his bombs with ball bearings and other metal objects. more »
By Barrett Duke - Apr 18, 2013
Topic: Faith,
Help a homeschooling family
Scripture says, “Children are a gift from the Lord” (Ps. 127:3). Children are indeed a blessing from God. They also come with a God-given responsibility to raise them well. more »
By Barrett Duke - Apr 10, 2013
Topic: Family, Education, , Citizenship, Religious Liberty,
Same-sex marriage goes to the Supreme Court
This week the United States Supreme Court heard arguments for and against the definition of marriage as the union of one man and one woman. Both sides stated passionately why they believe they are right. more »
By Barrett Duke - Mar 28, 2013 - (1)
Topic: Family, Marriage, Sexual Purity, Homosexuality, Citizenship, , ,
Payday lending: a debt trap
The debt trap. Millions of Americans are caught up in it. It’s easy to get in debt and often very hard to get out. This is especially true if you live on the edge of poverty. more »
By Barrett Duke - Mar 21, 2013
Topic: Family, Addictions, Living, Finances,
Take the “I Was a Stranger” Challenge
Our nation is deeply immersed in a conversation about immigration reform. We are asking some very foundational questions about national values. Some are focused on the rule of law. more »
By Barrett Duke - Feb 28, 2013
Topic: Faith, Bible, Citizenship, Immigration,
Let’s protect our daughters
Recently, a woman died during an attempted third-trimester abortion. Her family rushed her to the hospital in a last-minute, desperate effort to save her life, but to no avail. more »
By Barrett Duke - Feb 21, 2013