Dramatic Apology

Editor's Note (2026): This article has been updated where scientific understanding has changed since it was originally published. Updated information is marked with an asterisk (*) and explained in the Update Notes at the end of the article. What the experts said (as summarized by the American Cancer Society at the time of writing): American Cancer Society (ACS): Taken as a whole, most studies to date have not found a link between cell phone use and the development of tumors. National Cancer Institute (NCI): Although research has not consistently demonstrated a link between cellular telephone use and cancer, scientists still caution that further surveillance is needed before conclusions can be drawn. National Toxicology Program (NTP): While the weight of the current scientific evidence has not conclusively linked cell phones with any health problems, the NTP and other scientific organizations conclude that additional data are needed. Centers for Disease Control and Pre...

According to my parents, I was saved at the age of 3. I said the words. I did the deed. But really . . . 3? I loved going to church. Participating in all things church, I didn’t know what was outside of church. My life was great. Who wouldn’t want to be a Christian like everyone else? I am not saying I wasn’t saved but I don’t believe that I knew what I was doing. I believe the turning point in my life was at the age of 12. It was almost as if I realized my independence. I had been sponsored to go to a youth camp that was centered on serving in Engeltal Valley in Arkansas. ETH held a youth camp attended by 12 youth. We mowed the grounds, cooked the food, cleaned the facilities, and worshiped the Lord. At an evening service, the minister said there were 3 people in the room that needed to ask the Lord in their heart. I knew everyone there and they were saved. They were part of the Team. Who goes to a Christian work camp if they are not there to serve God? Two immediately went up to ask ...