Pliny the Younger (A. D. 100) claimed, “Example, the surest method of instruction.” Pope John XXIII observed in 1940, “Words move, but examples draw” Daniel Boorstin stated, “Human models are more vivid and more persuasive than explicit moral commands.” As Christians these statements remind us the importance of being an example to others (1 Tim … Continue reading A Repeat Post on Examples
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Parents Who Teach
OK. The title is obvious. Parents who teach -- I am not talking about parents who homeschool. Nor am I talking about parents who work in the field of education whether public or private. This is really about ALL parents. What do we teach our children? Do we teach them to love unconditionally? Do we … Continue reading Parents Who Teach
What an Example
This past Friday, Amy took the MAT at the University of Alabama as she continues her education with the goal of a Masters Degree in Education. Since Andrew was helping his grandfather with a construction project, I took the day to go with Amy so we could eat out and shop together. While she was … Continue reading What an Example
Kindness at BP
Because of the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico in 2010 many people are down on BP. Admittedly, they did create and do have a public relations problem on the corporate level. However, I saw something Tuesday that has the potential to restore hope in people. I parked at the BP station in downtown … Continue reading Kindness at BP
An Example of What?!
Pliny the Younger (A. D. 100) claimed, “Example, the surest method of instruction.” Pope John XXIII observed in 1940, “Words move, but examples draw” Daniel Boorstin stated, “Human models are more vivid and more persuasive than explicit moral commands.” As Christians these statements remind us the importance of being an example to others (1 Tim … Continue reading An Example of What?!
A Video Blog
I don't like the still that Blogger chose, but I do not know how to change it :-(Have a fun out there today!Scott
Driving Thought 