Category Archives: health
Larry learns about a new environmental hazard
Larry lived in a very forward-thinking community. Every year the town held free health examinations and blood tests at its high school for its citizens to be examined for various toxins or pathogens in their bodies. The township also offered … Continue reading
Fasting for Lent
I have been fasting during Lent for several decades. When I was in Seminary I was surprised that many of my fellow students found this to be unusual. I personally found this reaction strange since fasting is widely associated with … Continue reading
Swedenborg’s change in diet
I have studied Swedenborg’s scientific and theological writings for over 35 years. Having a creative background, I began to make efforts to read Swedenborg with fresh eyes quite early in the process. As a result, I began looking for new … Continue reading
Hitting a TV producer’s “curve ball`”
I had written my first book on theology several years before entering into Seminary. The book is titled Sermon From The Compost Pile: Seven Steps Toward Creating An Inner Garden. It discusses how gardening, particularly natural or organic gardening could … Continue reading
I predict the return of Victory Gardens
The future will most likely bring us a scarcity of food. Large food companies will not be able to meet the increasing population demands, increasing fuel costs, or even deliver food that offers proper nutritional value. In order to maintain … Continue reading
Eating alone is less healthy
Even if you were eating a garden salad, it would be healthier for your body to digest your food when you are in the company of friends and loved ones. Why? Your state of mind has a profound effect on … Continue reading
Can Shamans bring down the cost of healthcare?
Unless you are lucky enough to live in the jungles of South America, probably not. There are too few surviving shamans in this post-modern world of six billion inhabitants and their “medicine cabinet” (rain forests) is getting smaller every year. … Continue reading
Social Justice is not Spiritual or Eternal Justice
It is honorable to care for our neighbors—even on a global scale. It requires a good heart to be concerned for others. But is ensuring equal rights the same thing as everyone being assured of a roof over their heads, … Continue reading
Spiritual Healthcare
When Jesus was on earth he preformed many miracles, including healing the sick and raising the dead. He did it all for free, too! Unfortunately, the miracles of modern medicine come with a big price tag. Lots of resources go … Continue reading
Barry The Blood Corpuscle
Once upon a time there was a blood corpuscle named Barry. He lived and worked with his blood brothers and sisters to maintain the operational health and integrity of their human host. This included rushing to the face when their … Continue reading
