Veritas Blog
Grief – in times of Joy
On the topic of grief during times of joy… Perhaps one of life's most incomprehensible juxtapositions is that of suffering and grief in times of joy. Special moments like Christmas, Easter, birthdays, and weddings punctuated with sorrow and suffering somehow just do...
What is Truth?
At the very core of our name is the concept of truth. We are known as Veritas and we repeat thephrase, “Truth matters,” often. Yet, it begs a question be repeated that was once asked by Pilateduring the trial of Jesus: “What is truth?”It’s not uncommon to hear the...
Exploring the Benefits of a Special Education Program in Christian Schools
Why should church and Christian school leaders begin a program designed specifically to help struggling learners? The Great Commission calls for us to reach all people with the Gospel, and this also includes children with special needs. The Christian school is to...
A Chick-fil-A® Mentality for Ministry: Part B
The result of such a culture [grace and encouragement] at Chick-fil-A® is evident in the extremely low employee turnover rate – forty-seven percent lower than the industry average (Scmall, 2007). Employees are committed to the company because the company is...
A Chick-fil-A® Mentality for Ministry: Part A
Business or ministry? The debate crops up frequently concerning Christian schools. Insist that the Christian school is a ministry, and the school is cited for poor management. Speak openly about the need for wise business practices, and the school is...
This means war – a declaration by Jesus
We tend to read the Bible and create a setting that is strangely like our day. Jesus and the apostles look like us, they speak English, and we’re sure they start the day with a latte. Part of this phenomenon is because the Bible is a living book. It doesn’t read...
AND JUSTICE FOR ALL?
Today, we celebrate Independence Day here in the States. The Red, White, and Blue waves over many households. Fireworks explode around us. For a moment, perhaps, we act as "one nation" and forget all that divides us. We can enjoy time with family and we have...