On this day in history: In 1899, the refrigerator was patented by A.T. Marshall. In 1950, Whataburger opened its restaurant in Corpus Christi, TX. And in 1974, in an evening televised address, President Richard M. Nixon announced his intention to become the first president in American history to resign.
Pop Art Made From Coffee – I am always amazed at the creativity of humanity. People can do some pretty amazing things, and find very creative methods to do so. These pieces of art are good enough for a gallery, or to be hung in your home.
Newly Opened Sections Of Central Park – Central Park is an amazing piece of New York City. I visited once, when I was about 18 or 19. In such a large city, maintaining a relatively small parcel of land is an important job. But when you discover that there are whole sections of the park that have been closed for years, that is simple astounding.
The Day We Discovered Our Parents Were Russian Spies – I love history, and when you can see the faces of individual people within history, that makes it even more interesting. This story is long, but is well worth reading.
Sunscreen – Summer is nearing its end, but there is still a lot left. And with the sun staying longer in the sky during summer, it is important that you wear sunscreen. Here’s how that works:
Today In Church History
On August 8, 449, the Council of Robbers took place. Not included in most lists of ecumenical church councils, this council was barely more than a farce, but still addressed some of the early heresies in the church. Read more about it here.
Should You be Regulating Screen Time For Your Kids? – This is a rule in our household. There are certain time limits for using devices such as mobile phones, tablets, and TVs. But “screen time” itself, should it stay or go? This article gives some great insights into such a thought.
3 Neglected Objects Of Stewardship – We usually associate stewardship with money, or even time. But here are three other areas to consider when it comes to the topic of stewardship.
8 Tips For Beginning Preachers – Although I have been in ministry for more than twenty-five years, this list contains several reminders that are still helpful as I prepare each week to communicate truth from God’s Word.