Feeling lonely or socially isolated could increase your chances of dying early, a study reveals. The study, published in the journal Nature Human Behaviour in June 2023, analyzed 90 studies involving over 2 million adults. People who were socially isolated had a 32% higher risk of early death compared toContinue Reading
The statement “Lord, if you had been here, my brother would not have died” comes from the story of Lazarus’ death and resurrection in the Gospel of John (John 11:21). This heartfelt cry from Martha, Lazarus’ sister, reveals both her faith in Jesus and her grief over her brother’s death.Continue Reading
A new study suggests that having a routine job with little mental stimulation in your 30s, 40s, 50s, and 60s can increase the risk of mild cognitive impairment by 66% and dementia by 37% after age 70. The study compared these jobs to roles with high mental and social demands.Continue Reading
Lot, Abraham’s nephew, lived in the wicked cities of Sodom and Gomorrah. These cities were known for their great sinfulness and rebellion against God. When God decided to destroy these cities because of their wickedness, He sent two angels to rescue Lot and his family. The angels warned Lot toContinue Reading
A new study suggests eight healthy habits could add up to 24 years to your life. The study looked at US veterans and found that starting these habits at age 40 could lead to an additional 24 years of life. Even starting at 50 or 60 could add up toContinue Reading
When you pass away, your loved ones will take care of everything. They will handle your body, say their goodbyes, and even take time off work to attend your funeral. Your stuff will either be given away, sold, or kept by someone else. Your job will go on without you;Continue Reading
The life of King Solomon, the wisest man who ever lived, offers insights into the human condition and the need for salvation. Despite his unparalleled wisdom, Solomon’s story is also one of moral failure and spiritual drift. In his pursuit of knowledge and pleasure, he turned away from God, indulgingContinue Reading
The story of the rich fool, found in Luke 12:16-21, serves as a poignant reminder of the fleeting nature of earthly treasures and the importance of placing our trust in God rather than material wealth. The rich man in the story accumulated wealth and planned to enjoy it for manyContinue Reading
A recent study by researchers at the University of Michigan reveals an unexpected grading bias based on the alphabetical order of students’ surnames. The analysis of over 30 million grading records from U-M’s Canvas system found that students with surnames starting with A, B, C, D, or E received gradesContinue Reading
A new study by researchers at Yale School of Medicine (YSM) suggests that sleeping too much or too little can lead to changes in the brain associated with an increased risk of stroke and dementia. In this large neuroimaging study involving nearly 40,000 middle-aged adults, suboptimal sleep duration, defined asContinue Reading