The Discovery of Heaven

Luke 11:1-13 demonstrates the disciple’s desire to become more like the one they are following, Jesus, through their prayer life. As his close followers, they have the ability and insight to understand that prayer is the most crucial aspect of Jesus’ rule and reign here on earth, more so than his ability to perform miracles or speak eloquently in parables. The disciples ask for guidance in what they deem the most important feature of life, be it theirs or Jesus’. As Jesus provides them with the…

The revolution began in August 1896, upon the discovery of the anti-colonial Spanish secret organisation “Katipunan.” Led by Andrés Bonifacio, the Katipunan was a secessionist movement and shadow government that spread throughout much of the islands whose aim was independence from Spain by means of an…

For tens of thousands of people, the search for opportunity in the new world drove them to leave England and risk everything to cross the Atlantic on a perilous three thousand mile journey. The nearly ten million squares miles of unexplored land held untold riches and promised to offer new beginnings for people of all backgrounds seeking to escape religious persecution, poverty and overcrowding in Europe. English colonization in the 16th and 17th centuries opened the door to the world, as it is…

grounds and a large smirk grew upon his face. His legs were stomping, his arms were waving accompanied by the signature evil scientist laugh. His demeanor is one similar to witchcraft. His reaction to the discovery looked like the reaction of Satan as if “a precious human soul was lost to heaven and won in his kingdom”. The only distinction of the two’s ecstasy was that Roger’s had a little bit of wonder in it. After this event life just resumed as normal. Roger went to the woods often in search…

Self-discovery is a journey many people reach through a range of different outlets. In I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings, Maya Angelou presents the evolution of a young, black girl who survived adversities. Marguerite Ann Johnson surmounts atrocious moments in her life with the emotional support of key figures. Momma’s reassurance, and of an upbringing with good morality to Marguerite provided an unsaid motherly love. Mother Dear’s carefree character allows Marguerite to become independent. Mrs.…

The time of the Ancient World, from the Mesopotamians through the Ancient Greeks, was a period of growth and discovery. Civilizations were expanding and becoming stronger from the 21st-century B.C.E. up through the 5th-century B.C.E. One of the biggest aspects of civilization is the concept of friendship and the loyalty between those friends. Friendship can grow from loyalty and loyalty can grow from friendship but they do not necessarily need to be related. Communication is a must in order for…

"Why We Should Increase NASA 's budget" Ever since the moon landing, our urge to explore the Heavens has overwhelmed us. As a Result we 've sent many probes to Mars, Jupitar, Venus, out side our solar system, and Even to our sun. But as time progressed it seems the hope we have had in nasa has deplemished as well. Like A Jewish Barber said "... We have developed speed, but we have shut ourselves in. Machinery that gives abundance has left us in want." (The Great Dictator) Just like in that…

The old Beadsman who refuses to take all the joys of earthly life and practicing a ritual in favor of imagined bliss of heaven. He is a religious person and he is hired to pray for the people live in Madeline's castle, reappears as a corpse lying in his cell undiscovered and unburied. Keats gives no reason on the pathetic vision of dead Beadsman and also Angela but they deserve…

Everyone has a purpose on this earth. As human beings, our main purpose is to glorify God. To glorify God is to love Him with all your heart, soul, mind, and your strength, to love your neighbor as yourself, to be fruitful and multiply, and to go share the gospel to the ends of the earth. However, we serve a God who has made us intricately and uniquely. To live out our bigger purpose, we must take the calling and passion God has placed in our lives and glorify Him with it. As we go out into the…

endure and the power of faith to surpass all limitations. The Color Purple emphasizes the importance of spirituality and collaboration amongst black women to overcome oppression in a male dominant society. Throughout the novel, Celie’s path to self-discovery relies on her increasing spiritual…