by Wayne Fowler | Sep 13, 2026 | NGN
I was traveling in Israel this time last year. While there, I witnessed the people observing Yom Kippur, or Day of Atonement. It reflects the hope of reconciliation with God. What I saw was a country eager to slow down, close shop, and gather with family and friends....
by Wayne Fowler | Sep 6, 2026 | NGN
Oh, to be 17 again! No longer a child yet filled with wonder and questions about life as an adult – who am I and how will I live? One young man invested himself in sports. His identity was “athlete.” He played quarterback on his high school team until suffering...
by Wayne Fowler | Aug 30, 2026 | NGN
I’ve spotted a common theme among the various cultural voices demanding our attention. It seems everybody has their own take on what’s wrong with the world today and what the solution is. Here is a recap of some of those voices. The problem is capitalism, which...
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...
