There is, in West Virginia, a 13,000-square-mile quiet zone where radio signals are not allowed. This is to prevent interference with sophisticated government radio telescope technology located in the area. Cell phones are not allowed, neither are most wireless computer operations. There are very few broadcast operations allowed. There are still pay phones in the area. Some people who believe they are sensitive to electromagnetic waves choose to live there. There is also a patrol to track down signals that violate the rules. I suppose when it comes to the Christian life, it might be good to develop a quiet zone where all interference can be removed and we can hear from God.


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A third generation preacher, Mike Shannon is Professor of Preaching at Cincinnati Bible Seminary of Cincinnati Christian University. He has served as a preaching minister, church planter, and college professor. His most recent preaching ministry was at the historic First Christian Church of Johnson City, Tennessee. In his nearly two decades at Cincinnati Christian University, Mike has served as both professor and Dean of the Seminary. He has also been an adjunct professor at Milligan College and Northern Kentucky University. Mike is the author or co-author of several books.

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