Ross Murray
@inlayterms.bsky.social
Lutheran Deacon, The Naming Project, Christian, Author of "Made, Known, Loved" and "The Everyday Advocate'". Podcast producer. Speaker and teacher. Simul justus et peccator.
I am not excited about flying cars. We haven't perfected the safety of either cars on the ground, or planes in the sky. Combining those sounds like a disaster.
World’s First Mass-Produced Flying Car: Watch
Created by Slovakia-based company Klein Vision, the production prototype of the flying car, the AirCar, made its public debut May 8.
nicenews.com
December 28, 2025 at 1:34 PM
I am not excited about flying cars. We haven't perfected the safety of either cars on the ground, or planes in the sky. Combining those sounds like a disaster.
Happy Sunday, lovelies!
I'm preaching this morning. Telling the story of Jesus' family fleeing Israel to Egypt because of political persecution.
The more I read Scripture, the more I see themes in our modern world.
I'm preaching this morning. Telling the story of Jesus' family fleeing Israel to Egypt because of political persecution.
The more I read Scripture, the more I see themes in our modern world.
December 28, 2025 at 1:21 PM
Happy Sunday, lovelies!
I'm preaching this morning. Telling the story of Jesus' family fleeing Israel to Egypt because of political persecution.
The more I read Scripture, the more I see themes in our modern world.
I'm preaching this morning. Telling the story of Jesus' family fleeing Israel to Egypt because of political persecution.
The more I read Scripture, the more I see themes in our modern world.
I always visit my local tire shop on New Years Day.
Then I will know it will be a Goodyear.
Then I will know it will be a Goodyear.
December 28, 2025 at 3:11 AM
I always visit my local tire shop on New Years Day.
Then I will know it will be a Goodyear.
Then I will know it will be a Goodyear.
Trump's team favors showmanship over actual work. More than once, they've had to walk back a false announcement.
Trump's Cabinet of main characters
Even the bureaucrats are dressed for action.
www.axios.com
December 28, 2025 at 12:43 AM
Trump's team favors showmanship over actual work. More than once, they've had to walk back a false announcement.
I've been supporting #LGBTQ people in Nigeria since before the government passed the harshest anti LGBTQ law.
And now, the USA is bombing Nigerian cities where Christians and Muslims live in peace, based on rumors of anti Christian activity
And now, the USA is bombing Nigerian cities where Christians and Muslims live in peace, based on rumors of anti Christian activity
"Jabo is not known for terrorist activity and that local Christians coexist peacefully with the Muslim majority"
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Fear and confusion in Nigerian village hit in US strike, as locals say no history of ISIS in area | CNN
A day after part of a missile fired by the United States hit their village, landing just meters from its only medical facility, the villagers of Jabo in northwest Nigeria are in a state of shock and c...
edition.cnn.com
December 27, 2025 at 1:28 PM
I've been supporting #LGBTQ people in Nigeria since before the government passed the harshest anti LGBTQ law.
And now, the USA is bombing Nigerian cities where Christians and Muslims live in peace, based on rumors of anti Christian activity
And now, the USA is bombing Nigerian cities where Christians and Muslims live in peace, based on rumors of anti Christian activity
In preparation for a...(checks notes)...peace negotiation summit, Russia continuously bombed Ukraine.
Oh, and Trump is lifting the sanctions on companies helping Russia bomb Ukraine
Oh, and Trump is lifting the sanctions on companies helping Russia bomb Ukraine
Russia hammers Ukraine’s capital ahead of Trump-Zelenskyy meeting
Zelenskyy accuses Russia's leadership of using 'every opportunity' to inflict 'greater suffering' on Ukraine.
share.google
December 27, 2025 at 1:22 PM
In preparation for a...(checks notes)...peace negotiation summit, Russia continuously bombed Ukraine.
Oh, and Trump is lifting the sanctions on companies helping Russia bomb Ukraine
Oh, and Trump is lifting the sanctions on companies helping Russia bomb Ukraine
While Christians around the world celebrated the birth of the Prince of Peace, Pete Hegseth ordered US troops to bomb Northern Nigeria
The Bombs of Anti-Christmas
Military strikes in Nigeria reveal a distorted moral narrative
ourmoralmoment.substack.com
December 27, 2025 at 1:03 PM
While Christians around the world celebrated the birth of the Prince of Peace, Pete Hegseth ordered US troops to bomb Northern Nigeria
One of my new years wishes is that every community would be healthy and prosperous
December 27, 2025 at 12:59 PM
One of my new years wishes is that every community would be healthy and prosperous
If Christian leaders do not like how they are being depicted from their words and actions, then they need to reevaluate their words and actions in life of scripture
Christian Nightmares spoofs the spectacle of Christianity's revivalist strain
(RNS) — Christian Nightmares’ most popular posts often feature people claiming moral authority over emotion, weather, women, politics and history.
religionnews.com
December 26, 2025 at 4:28 PM
If Christian leaders do not like how they are being depicted from their words and actions, then they need to reevaluate their words and actions in life of scripture
“Your administration has publicly asserted an interest in stabilizing the Gaza ceasefire and preventing a return to widespread violence, yet this policy moves in the opposite direction.”
US Jewish organizations call on Trump to rescind travel ban on Palestinians
(RNS) — The new ban blocks travel to the U.S. for people with Palestinian Authority documents, essentially most Palestinians in the West Bank. The U.S. is also trying to act as a broker for a peace de...
religionnews.com
December 26, 2025 at 4:23 PM
“Your administration has publicly asserted an interest in stabilizing the Gaza ceasefire and preventing a return to widespread violence, yet this policy moves in the opposite direction.”
We are increasingly less religious, especially in the community gathering sense. People are getting spiritual fulfillment online.
This is a fundamental shift for institutional religion, and we (faith leaders) need to take it seriously. Not just complaining, but adapting.
This is a fundamental shift for institutional religion, and we (faith leaders) need to take it seriously. Not just complaining, but adapting.
The great unchurching of America
A seismic shift in religion is upon U.S.
www.axios.com
December 26, 2025 at 1:47 PM
We are increasingly less religious, especially in the community gathering sense. People are getting spiritual fulfillment online.
This is a fundamental shift for institutional religion, and we (faith leaders) need to take it seriously. Not just complaining, but adapting.
This is a fundamental shift for institutional religion, and we (faith leaders) need to take it seriously. Not just complaining, but adapting.
I'm still trying to wrap my mind around hiring people to clean up after AI and automation doesn't fully work.
When robot taxis get stuck, a secret army of humans comes to the rescue
Waymo robotaxis get stranded when a passenger leaves the door open. Tow truck operators can get paid $22 to close a door and set them free again.
www.washingtonpost.com
December 26, 2025 at 1:34 PM
I'm still trying to wrap my mind around hiring people to clean up after AI and automation doesn't fully work.
People are choosing the times when to use and not use AI. Sometimes people want to put the effort into activities and relationships.
Using AI? Here's how NOT to use it
Machines were not built for labors of love.
www.axios.com
December 26, 2025 at 1:22 PM
People are choosing the times when to use and not use AI. Sometimes people want to put the effort into activities and relationships.
The two experiments of taking away phones both had the same results. Healthier and happier students.
Opinion | What Happened When My Yale Students Gave Up Their Phones for Four Weeks
www.nytimes.com
December 26, 2025 at 1:17 PM
The two experiments of taking away phones both had the same results. Healthier and happier students.
DOJ is buying itself more time. Slow rolling this to remove Trump and try to make this a partisan issue
DOJ: It may take "a few more weeks" to finish releasing Epstein files
"We have lawyers working around the clock to review and make the legally required redactions," the DOJ said.
www.axios.com
December 26, 2025 at 1:14 PM
DOJ is buying itself more time. Slow rolling this to remove Trump and try to make this a partisan issue
5 Factors That Influence Likability
1. Asking questions
2. Be present
3. Preconceived Notions Affect Perception
4. People Like What They Know
5. Vulnerability Creates Connections
1. Asking questions
2. Be present
3. Preconceived Notions Affect Perception
4. People Like What They Know
5. Vulnerability Creates Connections
5 Key Factors That Influence Likability
Likability is a complex trait, and key factors like familiarity and preconceived notions can affect how people perceive you.
nicenews.com
December 26, 2025 at 1:08 PM
5 Factors That Influence Likability
1. Asking questions
2. Be present
3. Preconceived Notions Affect Perception
4. People Like What They Know
5. Vulnerability Creates Connections
1. Asking questions
2. Be present
3. Preconceived Notions Affect Perception
4. People Like What They Know
5. Vulnerability Creates Connections
Happy boxing day, lovelies!
Thank everyone who had to work on his holiday season.
Thank everyone who had to work on his holiday season.
December 26, 2025 at 1:06 PM
Happy boxing day, lovelies!
Thank everyone who had to work on his holiday season.
Thank everyone who had to work on his holiday season.
Anti-ICE nativity scenes are a decoration that captures the true meaning of Christmas.
Anti-ICE Nativities Are the Reason for the Season
The churches putting up these nativities are declaring that they refuse to be complicit in the very same violence that threatened Jesus at his birth.
sojo.net
December 24, 2025 at 5:46 PM
Anti-ICE nativity scenes are a decoration that captures the true meaning of Christmas.
This corrupt administration will find a way to protect powerful men, and throw victims and women under the bus
Scoop: Trump administration expects Epstein files release could last another week
The White House has begun managing the DOJ's account on X, an effort to finish out the year and the Epstein file disclosure requirements set by Congress.
www.axios.com
December 24, 2025 at 1:41 PM
This corrupt administration will find a way to protect powerful men, and throw victims and women under the bus
Crime continues to fall in cities around the country
Crime in the U.S. fell in 2025. Will the trend continue?
Crime rates dropped across much of the U.S. in 2025. That was true for both property and violent crime. And it declined nearly everywhere: In big cities and small towns, and in red and blue states.
www.npr.org
December 24, 2025 at 1:36 PM
Crime continues to fall in cities around the country
I have a friend from North Pole, Alaska. He's a pastor.
North Pole, AK | Things to Do, Recreation, & Travel Information
Explore North Pole, Alaska, where it's Christmas every day of the year - home to Santa Claus, holiday-themed events and attractions, and outdoor adventure.
www.travelalaska.com
December 24, 2025 at 1:19 PM
I have a friend from North Pole, Alaska. He's a pastor.
Christian pastors recognize how much harm the Trump government has done to people, and knows that Christmas will be harder for so many people.
'There is no Christmas for separated families': Pastors tend to immigrant families in crisis
LOS ANGELES (RNS) — As Los Angeles pastors lead congregations and preach about the meaning of Christmas, they’re facing the emotional devastation of families struggling to cling to hope.
religionnews.com
December 24, 2025 at 1:16 PM
Christian pastors recognize how much harm the Trump government has done to people, and knows that Christmas will be harder for so many people.
Bethlehem lit its Christmas tree for the first time since 2022.
Bethlehem to celebrate Christmas for first time since Gaza war
Palestinian city to host public festivities after years of disruption, but tourists have yet to return
www.ft.com
December 24, 2025 at 1:07 PM
Bethlehem lit its Christmas tree for the first time since 2022.
We keep banning foreign products, while making inferior versions for ourselves.
That's not dominance.
“American drones can’t compete,” one operator told The Wall Street Journal.
That's not dominance.
“American drones can’t compete,” one operator told The Wall Street Journal.
U.S. Bans New China-Made Drones, Sparking Outrage Among Pilots
American customers have begun hoarding products in anticipation of sweeping restrictions against Chinese manufacturer DJI and a smaller competitor.
www.wsj.com
December 24, 2025 at 12:48 PM
We keep banning foreign products, while making inferior versions for ourselves.
That's not dominance.
“American drones can’t compete,” one operator told The Wall Street Journal.
That's not dominance.
“American drones can’t compete,” one operator told The Wall Street Journal.
Trump is pulling ambassadors from Africa. Giving up American leadership. China and Russia are gaining influence, and several countries have had coups.
Trump's recall of ambassadors compounds staffing problems at posts in Africa
U.S. President Donald Trump's mass recall of ambassadors will leave Washington without top-level presence in more than half of the countries in sub-Saharan Africa, complicating America's efforts to pu...
www.reuters.com
December 24, 2025 at 12:44 PM
Trump is pulling ambassadors from Africa. Giving up American leadership. China and Russia are gaining influence, and several countries have had coups.