Let’s face it, we all negotiate with God. When we’re stricken with an illness, or have a child in jeopardy, or find ourselves in the trenches—where, as we’re told, there are no atheists—we strike some bargain with God. Get me out of this mess, Lord, and I’ll...(fill in the blank). Usually our promise is negative: we assure God we’ll no longer commit a certain tran (...)
The Last Word
Exit Plan
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