Board of Contributing Editors

SENIOR CONSULTING EDITORS Stuart Briscoe, Elmbrook Church, Waukesha, WISteve Brown, Reformed Theological SeminaryRobert Coleman, Gordon-Conwell Theological SeminaryMaxie Dunnam, Asbury Theological SeminaryBrian Harbour, First Baptist Church, Richardson, TXJim Henry, First Baptist Church, Orlando, F

Actual Signs from Hotels around the World

In a Tokyo Hotel: Is forbidden to steal hotel towels please. If you are not a person to do such a thing is please not to read notis. In a Bucharest hotel lobby: The lift is being fixed for the next day. During that time we regret that you will be unbearable. In a Leipzig elevator: Do not enter l

The Dying Man and Cookies

An elderly man was at home, upstairs, dying in bed. He smelled the aroma of his favorite chocolate chip cookies baking. He wanted one last cookie before he died. He fell out of bed, crawled to the landing, rolled down the stairs and crawled into the kitchen where his wife was busily baking cookies.

Science Test Answer

The following are actual submissions on a series of science quizzes, tests, and essays: "Nitrogen is not found in Ireland because it is not found in a free state." "H2O is hot water, and CO2 is cold water." "To collect fumes of sulphur, hold a deacon over a flame in a test tube." "When you smell

Translating Christianese

The Evangelical Press Association (EPA) website recently shared the following: Christianese is a language used in the Christian subculture and understood easily only by other practicing Christians. As Christian communicators it's important to avoid words in our writing that could be misunderstood or

Proverbs from Fourth Graders

A 4th grade teacher collected well-known proverbs. She gave each child in the class the first half of the proverb, and asked them to come up with the rest.Here is what they came up with:   Better to be safe than punch a 5th grader Strike while the bug is close. It's always darkest before da

Signs your SUV is too big

• When you replaced your tires, Goodyear stock went up five dollars a share for the quarter. • Your garage is larger than your house. • Your kids refer to riding the bus to school as "downsizing." • Before go you out, you have to file for a parade permit. • It has i

Classifiied Ads That Needing Proofing

Here are some classified ads that appeared in newspapers - but perhaps could have used a bit more proofreading: 2 female Boston Terrier puppies, 7 wks old, Perfect markings, 555-1234. Leave mess. Lost: small apricot poodle. Reward. Neutered. Like one of the family. Dinner Special - Turkey $2.

What happens at these Fahrenheit temperatures…

What happens at these Fahrenheit temperatures: +65 - Hawaiians declare a two-blanket night. +60 - Californians put on sweaters (if they can find one). +50 - Miami residents turn on the heat. +45 - Vermont residents go to outdoor concerts. +40 - You can see your breath. Californians shiver unc

Toy Disclaimers

With toys on our minds, here are some disclaimers to be found at a toy department near you: * No beanies or babies harmed in the manufacture of this product. * Warning: This fad will disappear in 6 weeks. * Caution: Care Bears do not actually care very much. * Warning: This toy produces subst