"Tapping a new temperance, America is turning away from alcohol" by Richard Saltus
"Since the downturn began in 1980, per capita alcohol consumption in the United States has dropped every year, with a marked switch from hard liquor to less potent wine and beer.
A temporary "high" can offer only a temporary answer. And with it come more questions, more challenges. Learning more of our spiritual nature leads to a permanent transformation.
If we are looking for something real, something that makes a difference in a world that seems lost, we are looking for what the Bible calls "the things of the Spirit."
Christmas began in modesty, wonder, and love. As we see this Christ-spirit still at work in our lives, we have priceless gifts to give to ourselves and others.
"Who are you spending Christmas with?" people ask. If our answer brings us sadness, we might ask ourselves another question: "Can I ever be separated from God's family?"
