boblarson

Remember the Edsel? I do, and that gives away at least my approximate age. You youngsters listen up, because even though you weren’t around when this amazing car was first marketed, there’s a lesson here for everyone. Introduced in the late 1950s, this uniquely designed car flopped. Its distinctive oval grill wasn’t enough to attract …

Remember the Edsel Read More »

There has to be a heading for stuff like this, something like, “You’ve got to be kidding but unfortunately not.” At the top of this category should be the new trend of churches–some of them evangelical–who encourage alcohol parties as a way of Christian fellowship. It’s no secret that many of the clergy and laity …

What Would Jesus Brew Read More »

This is the third part of a blog series on the demonic of the Gadarenes, the best-known instance of exorcism in Scripture. The evening before on the Sea of Galilee a storm had nearly sunk the boat of Jesus and the disciples. Jesus “rebuked” the wind and “said” to the waves, “Quiet. Be still!” and …

Demoniac of the Gadarenes, Part III Read More »

Matt 8:28-29 When he arrived at the other side in the region of the Gadarenes, two demon-possessed men coming from the tombs met him. They were so violent that no one could pass that way. “What do you want with us, Son of God?” they shouted. “Have you come here to torture us before the …

Demoniac of the Gadarenes, Part II Read More »

Matt 8:28-29 When he arrived at the other side in the region of the Gadarenes, two demon-possessed men coming from the tombs met him. They were so violent that no one could pass that way. “What do you want with us, Son of God?” they shouted. “Have you come here to torture us before the …

Demoniac of the Gadarenes, Part I Read More »

They brought to Him a man, mute and demon-possessed. And when the demon was cast out, the mute spoke. And the multitudes marveled, saying, “It was never seen like this in Israel!” Matt 9:32-33 NKJV In Matthew’s previous chapter, Jesus had just opened the eyes of two blind men. They cried out to Christ, and …

Deliverance of a Mute Man Read More »

I write this blog Thursday evening. By morning the police may or may not have caught the L.A. cop killer who has already taken three lives. With a hit list and a host of grievances, suspect Chris Dorner, a former cop himself, has threatened to kill until his demands are met, and the police department …

L.A. Cop Killer Read More »

The Esquire magazine current cover is lustful, but that’s hardly surprising; who’s on the cover is our topic: Megan Fox.  Movie star Megan Fox’s photo of her nearly completely exposed breasts would be more fitting for the cover of Playboy; however, my purpose for this blog isn’t to talk about Esquire’s cover but rather what …

Megan Fox Glossolalia Read More »

It’s the largest city in the world, 80 million people – at least temporarily for two months.  It’s the equivalent of 10 New York Cities, and it happens every third year in India; this year January 10 until March 10.  The location rotates, so long as it’s situated alongside the “holy” river Ganges.  This year …

Hinduism in America Read More »

If you’re over 40, prepare for culture shock. A recent survey reveals what singles currently look for in a date. If you thought that the important qualities sought would be personality and morality think again. Teeth, good grammar, hair, and clothes top the list. Lowest on the list of top ten requirements is what electronic …

Dating Decisions Read More »