ENGAGE THE CULTURE.

The 5 senses most commonly associated with human beings are touch, taste, smell, sound, and sight.However there are actually six other senses that are just as important but not as commonly known.Equilibrioception (balance), Proprioception (spatial awareness),...

In the movie Highlander, Connor Macleod is one of the last of a race of immortal beings.The last survivor of his race would attain the power of all previous immortals thus allowing them dominion over all of mankind.After defeating the last remaining Highlander,...

A few weeks ago I spoke to my parents after they had recently returned from traveling.While they had a great time on their trip they were glad to finally be home.There's nothing that can replace that feeling when you've finally made it home.In John 14:1-4,...

'Characters Welcome' was the catchphrase used by USA Network to highlight its feature programs from 2005-2016.In an interview, executive Alexandria Shapiro explained the 'Characters Welcome' slogan was reflective of the 'weirdly optimistic' nature of...

The reality show Temptation Island is built on a simple, yet paradoxical premise.Play with fire without getting burned.The show separates unmarried couples to commingle with other attractive people of the opposite sex in a test of each partner's faithfulness.In 1...

Released in 1984, the song Careless Whisper became a huge commercial success for the musical group Wham,selling over 6 million copies worldwide.Famous for its melancholy tone on the consequences of betrayal, the lyrics reflect a relationship where trust has been...

'Obey Your Thirst' is widely known as the iconic tagline for the soft drink, Sprite.The phrase, created in 1994 by the creative team at Lowe and Partners, launched Sprite into prominence among a generation who identified with the quippy mantra.Not surprisingly, Sprite...

Have you ever seen a sign on a door that says: Authorized Personnel Only: Do Not Enter? Most people would be very reluctant to walk through that door for fear of what may happen.However a person with the proper authorization would enter without any fear of...

In 1904 the American stock brokerage firm EF Hutton was formed by Edward Francis Hutton and his brother Franklyn Laws Hutton.In the 1970s and 1980s EF Hutton created a series of unique commercials to market their investing expertise to prospective clients.In the...

In the movie Dead Poets Society, John Keating (played by Robin Williams), encouraged his students to take hold of their dreams.‘Carpe Diem’ was the phrase Keating used to inspire students to make the most out of their current situation, not waiting for tomorrow.While...

It is becoming readily apparent that neither Lebron James, Kevin Durant, nor Stephen Curry will be making a deep playoff run this year.Despite their past successes, these NBA superstars appear to be at the end of their reign.A new group of stars has risen up and taken...

Growing up I saw many commercials for various breakfast cereals.Despite each cereal being different there was a common message at the end of each advertisement.This cereal is part of a complete breakfast.In John 6:48-51: Jesus outlines everything that is contained in...

Having watched the original X-Men: The Animated series religiously, I was overjoyed when X-Men '97 was announced.The depth and maturity of the new series has me hooked on the X-Men once again.The new storylines, while appreciated now, would not have been appropriate...

Hakuna Matata is one of the most memorable songs featured in the movie, The Lion King.The promise of a worry free life is quite appealing to most people and the tune itself is quite catchy.Hakuna Matata!What a wonderful phraseHakuna Matata!Ain't no passing crazeIt...

My wife and I recently took the train to New York to celebrate her birthday.When boarding the train there is a sign on the platform that says 'Mind the Gap'.It serves as a reminder for people to exercise caution when boarding or exiting the train as potential injury...

Tech multi-millionaire Bryan Johnson thinks he can live forever.The 46 year old Johnson has invested millions of dollars into a program dubbed the Blueprint.The Blueprint is a strict regimen of dieting, exercise, medication, and experimental therapies with the...

There are parts of the human body that don't appear to be particularly useful.Things like your appendix and wisdom teeth seem to be more trouble than they are worth as they are often removed if they develop an infection.While certain body parts may not be as useful...

They say you should never meet your heroes.But whoever coined that phrase never met Chris Mortensen.On August 3rd, 2012 I had a chance encounter with Chris Mortensen in an airport lounge after a flight delay left us both stranded in Atlanta.At the time Chris Mortensen...