Higher Ground Commentary
Longevity health trends: Helpful or hype?
From week to week, it seems like there's a new, hot, "must-do" practice that promises to lengthen our lives. But how much of it is helpful and how much is hype?
How Los Angeles Dream Center started with a sidewalk desk, candy jar
When God asks us to do something, He's the one who makes it happen.
Biden’s Ukraine President Putin problem is America’s media problem
Ron Klain, former White House chief of staff, said of his ex-boss, Joe Biden, that the president will have a "better second debate" against Donald Trump. And all the watching world goes: Wait -- what? Biden's going to have a second debate? Well, as the saying goes, what doesn't kill you makes you stronger.
How belief in God gives purpose and meaning in life
One of the most fundamental questions humans face is the question of meaning: what is the purpose of our existence, and how can we find purpose and meaning in this life?
Family movie reviews: ‘Fly Me to the Moon,’ ‘Star Trek: Prodigy,’ and ‘Space Cadet’
"Fly Me to the Moon" is a stylish, high-flying, and fun rom-com. But some bits will likely leave young family audiences grounded. Designed with kids in mind, the animated "Star Trek: Prodigy" show might have some parents over the moon.
Thousands of Ukrainian children have been kidnapped by Russia
The crisis of abducted Ukrainian children is a critical yet often overlooked aspect of the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia.
Protecting kids against pornography in the digital age
The First Amendment was meant to preserve the free exchange of ideas. It was not intended to shield harmful sexual conduct from public shame, especially if the price is the sexualization of children.
Ask Dr. E: How do we prepare for the storm that lies ahead?
I am very worried about the country's future, and frankly, I'm not alone. It seems like almost everyone, whether Republican or Democrat, thinks the future will bring more conflict, more economic peril, more wars, more anger, more protests, more terrorism, and just more of about everything negative. Do you have any advice on how to prepare for what lies ahead?
Timely lessons about tyranny from the father of the Constitution
In the years since the founders laid their lives on the line to pursue the dream of individual freedom and self-government, big government has grown bigger and the rights of the citizenry have grown smaller.
What would a two-state solution solve?
I don't oppose a two-state solution. Nor do I oppose Tinker Bell. I just seriously doubt that either exists.
Four steps to surviving the toxic 2024 election
How do we survive this seemingly never-ending campaign -- a political nightmare with the power to splinter our relationships?
How the homeschool movement can stay relevant
So many people started homeschooling during the COVID-19 pandemic, and a lot of them realized exactly what my parents did -- homeschooling with others can be really good for parents and kids alike.
Faces of Iron: Danny Gerkovich lost his daughter, son-in-law in attacks but was able to save others
After nearly 30 hours of terror, Danny, a broken and newly grieving father, heroically let his instincts as a firefighter take over, and began managing the evacuation of those who were still alive.
Nine months of war in Israel: How many Israeli captives have become pregnant from gang rape?
Will we ever know for sure how many of the women were raped and impregnated by the terrorists?
Why America’s Christians support Israel
A map pops up now and then on the internet that speaks volumes about the Middle East.
Wartime faith: What I learned at Ukraine’s National Prayer Breakfast
Last month, I traveled to Kyiv with a group of American colleagues and friends to participate in Ukraine's National Prayer Breakfast on June 29.
Biden’s moral deflections: Projections of a liar in chief
The theory of "projection" was initially developed by Sigmund Freud in the late 19th century.
God help America: Biden demands 8 o’clock bedtime
In a recent speech to Democrat governors reported by The New York Times, President Joe Biden said he needs to stop doing stuff after 8 p.m. because he has to get to bed earlier. Talk about a tip-off to the enemy. What a gift.
The reality critics of new Louisiana law are missing about the Ten Commandments
"Blatantly unconstitutional." That's how atheist and civil liberties organizations are describing a new Louisiana law mandating the presence of the Ten Commandments in all publicly funded classrooms.
Ask Dr. E: Do you have any advice on preparing for the tough days ahead?
By almost every measure, our country seems to be headed for dark times. Racial tension. National security. Immigration. Economic inflation. Interest rates. The list goes on. Do you have any advice on preparing for the tough days ahead?
