by Wayne Fowler | Aug 23, 2026 | NGN
I realized I was in the “valley of the shadow of death” as the Psalmist puts it. An earthquake and its consequences are harsh reminders to survivors, responders, and observers about the awful reality that physical life comes to an end, sometimes without warning. But...
by Wayne Fowler | Aug 16, 2026 | NGN
Louis Weertz was a high school boxer. Some disconcerting injuries from that sport motivated him to pursue another, quite different interest – piano. Weertz enjoyed playing a fusion of jazz, classical, and pop, but his college only allowed classical...
by Wayne Fowler | Aug 9, 2026 | NGN
David Bahnsen gave the commencement address at his daughter’s high school graduation. Late in the speech his emotions began to rise, betraying the deep conviction behind his carefully chosen words. Bahnsen is a noted author, economist, and portfolio manager. He...
by Wayne Fowler | Aug 2, 2026 | NGN
I learned a new word: “Doomerism.” It describes a mindset caught in a vortex of pessimism about the way things are headed. Even if those concerns prove true, you can still live a life of joy! This feeling of perpetual victimhood particularly affects young adults. They...
by Wayne Fowler | Jul 26, 2026 | NGN
A young man from a wealthy family is shocked to learn what really happened to his father. He gives into his passions and seeks revenge. What happens next is a tragedy. His father dies unexpectedly. After an uncomfortably short interval, his mother marries his father’s...
by Wayne Fowler | Jul 19, 2026 | NGN
Barry Wilmore expected to be home in eight days. Instead, he found himself in a dangerous situation that jeopardized his return. But he managed the moment without panic. NASA selected Wilmore as one of the astronauts for the first crewed mission of the Boeing...
