Joseph M. Jordan 
I have always been fascinated by crows. But even after extensive ornithology classes in college and theology school after that, I ended up with more questions than answers. But for me, this challenge meant taking more time to understand the birds from biological, mythological, and spiritual standpoints. After years, I’ve learned all I believe there … Read more
As a theologian and pastor with years of experience in the Christian ministry, some of my church members have asked me several times whether glass breaking by itself is normal. Since I have extensive knowledge of religious studies, I will share my insights on the spiritual meanings of glass breaking by itself. In this article, … Read more
One of the scariest things that have ever happened to me is being cawed at by a number of crows on my morning run. Initially, I feared being pecked, and I just assumed that I’d disturbed their nest or nestlings, but then it happened a few more times, which got me thinking. I read all … Read more
I have grown up in a spiritual background where almost everything is symbolic and taken into consideration. Each bird had a meaning, and we could even chase some from our backyard because my parents insisted that they brought bad omen to the family. However, what I have never fully understood is what mourning doves symbolize. … Read more
As a theologian and historian, I have encountered various spiritual meanings of God’s creatures in different cultures. In ancient times, different cultures and religions ascribed spiritual meanings to animals, such as snakes, as a way of acknowledging their divine powers. Snakes in the house mean different things. Ancient beliefs hold the most accurate spiritual meanings … Read more
I remember how excited I was when I first got my first job. I might have been carried away by the excitement, but one thing I did not forget to do was pray. I am a born-again Christian and have been in the ministry for 15 years, so I understand the importance of prayers. I … Read more
A few months ago, I was hosting a bible study group in my house, as I had been assigned to do so by the church leader. During our meeting, one believer kept talking about how he had been dreaming about the deaths of his family members for the last week. He noted that the dream … Read more
I am a cat lover, and I have rescued, raised and given out cats for adoption all my life. I have also studied many things about cats, including their spiritual meaning and symbolism. Most people attach spiritual meanings to their encounters with cats, especially black ones. One of the questions I have answered a lot … Read more
As a born-again Christian, born and brought up in a family of pastors, I strongly believe in the powerful protection of God. The world is full of evil people with malicious plans to hurt others. However, I believe that God protects His people, especially those that pray for His protection. Therefore, I have come up … Read more
Recently, it dawned on me that triangles are everywhere. In the short 15-minute commute I had from my house to the church where I minister, I noticed countless triangles. From the road signs to the dollar bills I used to pay for parking, it was like I couldn’t escape them. That piqued my interest. Why … Read more