Written By Lesallan – June 28, 2023 This is a very deep question I have asked myself; Why can people not love as the Bible tells us? The Bible gives us a clear definition of love in 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, where it says that love is patient and kind, does Read more…
Written by Lesallan – June 26, 2023 That is a complex question that may not have a simple answer. People may be arrogant and selfish for different reasons, such as low self-esteem, lack of empathy, hyper-capitalist mentality, entitlement, or self-protection. It could also be inherited family traits such as narcissism. Read more…
The topic of this blog is about families and the Philistines. Families and the Philistines are two different topics that can be related in various ways. Here are some connections: Families are people related by blood, marriage, or adoption, even people with the same momma but two different daddies. Families Read more…
The title of this blog is a question that many people ask themselves, especially in times of crisis, uncertainty, or despair. Today’s world is full of distractions, conflicts, and challenges that can make it hard to connect with something deeper and more meaningful than our everyday struggles. However, finding spirituality Read more…
Written By Lesallan – June 14, 2023 Expressionism is a painting style that uses altered forms and dramatic colors to express extreme emotions and inner states. Expressionism might be considered an “ism” most sympathetic to a Christian worldview because it recognizes the reality and depth of human feelings, especially those Read more…
The week at Ohio Christian University begins with a devotion to God, the Almighty Creator of all things. This week’s devotional was written by Lesallan and focused on Berlin’s description of Romanticism and Psalms. Berlin’s description of Romanticism (Ashton, 2016) contrasts Psalm 84:2 (NKJV) and David’s emotionalism to be nearer Read more…
Written By Lesallan FNA1000 Fine Arts Appreciation (ONAA58) Ohio Christian University Dr. Brent Nolte June 2, 2023 Haydn vs. Mozart – Classical Music Era The Classical era of Western art music spanned from around 1730 to 1830, succeeding the Baroque era and preceding the Romantic era. This era is marked Read more…
Written and Revised By Lesallan Student at Ohio Christian University May 30, 2023 The Art of the Renaissance and Baroque Europe (Revised) Written and Revised By Lesallan Student at Ohio Christian University May 30, 2023 The Renaissance and Baroque were two significant art movements that emerged in Europe following the Read more…
Bach vs. Handel – Fine Arts Appreciation Written By Lesallan Bostron FNA1000 Fine Arts Appreciation (ONAA58) Ohio Christian University Dr. Brent Nolte May 24, 2023 Bach vs. Handel – Fine Arts Appreciation Baroque music is a Western classical music style composed from 1600 to 1750. Baroque music boasts several vital Read more…
Martin Luther: The Reformer of Christianity 1517 By Lesallan Bostron (Revised May 19, 2023) Ohio Christian University HIS2010 Western Civilization I (ONLF21) Professor Philip McMurry Originally written on November 4, 2021 Martin Luther: The Reformer of Christianity 1517 Martin Luther’s argument for Reformation (change or alteration) and its challenges Read more…