‘The Patriot’ at 25: Mel Gibson Introduced His ‘Braveheart’ Spirit to America for Independence Day
Jurassic World and the Cinematic Landscape of July This July weekend, big films like Jurassic World seem poised to pull in crowds looking for some thrilling summer entertainment. While the sight of dinosaurs devouring humans isn’t exactly patriotic, it does bring to mind Independence Day releases of the past. I’m not just referring to the […]
The spirit of the nation continues to belong to Washington.
Reflecting on Independence Day and George Washington’s Legacy As we mark Independence Day, it’s a good time to think about the foundations of America, particularly the figure who embodies them: George Washington. Washington didn’t craft his legacy through grand speeches. Instead, he emphasized silence, sacrifice, and restraint. He may not have been a poet in […]
Can America revive the ‘spirit of Philadelphia’?
This week, Americans are coming together with loved ones to celebrate independence. However, these festivities are set against recent turmoil both domestically and abroad, with ongoing wars and unsettling divides. Our society feels fragmented, marked by strong ideological rifts, government inefficiencies, and rising national debt. Many are left questioning if we’ve seen our best days. […]
Newsom’s ‘dark spirit’: A ministry illuminating Los Angeles
Los Angeles Dream Center’s Response to Lockdown After the pandemic began, Matthew Barnett, the founder of the Los Angeles Dream Center, found himself driving through eerily empty streets. This was just as California’s lockdown order was being implemented. “They announced that only essential workers were allowed to engage in any activities,” Barnett reflected. “I thought […]
Inside the B-2 Spirit Bomber Mission to Disrupt Iran’s Nuclear Aspirations
The mission to take out Iran’s Fordow nuclear facility relied on the deployment of a B-2 Spirit bomber along with 15 tons of large munitions. This hefty task required a single aircraft capable of carrying such extensive weapons. The bombers executed a 37-hour round trip from Missouri, effectively striking their target. A B-2 Spirit bomber […]
When the spirit stops, initiate a ‘Code Grace’
Reflections from the Hospital Her mobility skills were evident as we made our way down the hospital hallways. This was just the typical path for recovery. She had recently undergone her 92nd surgery—yes, 92—and since then, she has had six more. She managed to walk with her prosthetic legs, beads of sweat forming as she […]
Roseanne Barr says she was invited to appear on ‘The Conners’ as a spirit.
A Ghost from ABC’s Past In her new documentary, “Roseanne is America,” Roseanne Barr has revealed that she declined an offer to appear as a ghost on the show “The Conners” after the revival of “Roseanne” was canceled. “They called me and asked if I would come back as a guest star. You’ll be back […]
Angry traveler makes bomb threat to Spirit Airlines after arriving late and being denied boarding, officials say
Spirit Airlines Flight Disruptions Recently, Spirit Airlines found itself in the middle of a troubling situation involving bomb threats. It seems that some passengers are going to extremes in their frustration over being denied boarding on flights. In one case, a 23-year-old man named Charles Robinson missed his chance to get on Flight 2145 in […]
Restoring Pentecost: Flame, spirit, and the overlooked strength of God
Pentecost: A Day of Transformation Pentecost often gets a bad reputation, mainly due to some misconceptions about its significance. But let’s dive in. In the Christian calendar, there are several key events that spotlight Jesus’ life. These begin with Advent, flow into Christmas, followed by Holy Week, Easter, Ascension Day, and culminate with Pentecost, which […]
D-Day Shows How War Shaped the Strong Spirit of the Greatest Generation
Remembering the Youth of D-Day One of the most memorable speeches delivered about D-Day was by President Ronald Reagan on June 6, 1984, during his tribute to the “Boys of Pointe du Hoc.” It’s remarkable, really—those rangers were so young. Yet Reagan called them champions, heroes who played a crucial role in liberating a continent […]