Category: Editorials

 When I began writing this weekly column for the Carrier 22+ years ago, one of my goals was to tackle Constitutional issues to better inform our readers. It was an acknowledgment that…

When our Founding Fathers spent weeks drafting the Declaration of Independence, they ignited a war to secure America’s freedom from Britain’s control. In an interesting twist, the process of creating this groundbreaking…

Last week, I had the amazing opportunity to go to a concert and spend the weekend in beautiful Nashville, Tenn. I have been before with my parents, and this time I got…

It is with deep gratitude and immense excitement that I step into the role of Executive Director of the Madison County Chamber of Commerce. This opportunity is not just a professional milestone…

Those of you who are and have been frequent participants in our weekly visits know that I have had an off and on goal of improving my health. Chief among that is…

In describing how the status of the Gentiles has changed because of the “blood of Christ,” Paul now describes what was accomplished in the death of Jesus. He brought about a “peace”…

I watched the pair from the back row—mama and child. The toddler longed for mama’s undivided attention during worship and her mom wanted to raise her hands and sing to the Lord. …

We often speak of secure borders, like our southern border in the first five months of the Trump Administration, where illegal immigration has essentially stopped. Equally important is the airspace over our…

What do our children or grandchildren see when they watch us? Do they see people who are discerning about the company we keep?  Are they observing parents who honor God in all…

I’m back coaching my travel ball team for the summer, and we’ve already played our first three tournaments. The first two were for warmup, and we won the whole thing both times….

In a world where people come and go, there’s something beautifully rare about the kind of friendship that stands the test of time and distance. We all have those friends. The ones…

As many of you know, I spend a great deal of time with the big school athletic programs here in town. That really is one of my favorite parts of what I…

I grew up in Tallahassee and was blessed to attend SAIL, one of the best high schools there. I won’t go into detail, but I credit the school for saving my life…

As an outsider who grew up in a small town outside of Philadelphia, I appreciate this town more than I can put into words. The place I grew up went from feeling…

I have often heard it said that “with age comes wisdom.” I do believe that is true, in most cases. I like to think I am a bit wiser about many things…

After discussing God’s work to bring about salvation for mankind and describing God’s workmanship, Paul now addresses the Gentiles, specifically to talk about a change in their status with God. He writes…

Wild Adventures Amusement and Water Park is twenty miles away, so season passes make sense, especially on these hot Florida days. Last week, the boys brought a friend, and the three of…

This morning, as I was getting ready to leave, a little moth flew into my car. It wasn’t big — just a tiny, fluttery thing that landed quietly on my windshield. But…

How many dads (and moms, for that matter) would want their “parenting” televised? I can’t think of anything more intimidating. If someone made a movie about your family, how many scenes would…

Last week, I had the amazing opportunity to speak at the MCHS sports banquet for softball and volleyball. I was honored to be asked in the first place, but I was a…