The recent general election was a pretty resounding victory for Donald Trump and the Republicans. The Democrats are still trying to figure out what happened to be beaten so thoroughly. They might…
Category: Editorials
Making this December 26 better than last year’s
In the past, the day after Christmas was one of my least favorite days of the year. My feelings had less to do with saying goodbye to the “hap-happiest season of all”…
The Game of Life: College Edition Round up
When you start living on your own, you tend to notice things that you might not have noticed when living with your parents or other family members. A big example of this…
Passing Parade: Books for the Holiday
Nelson A. Pryor: Guest Columnist April and Kevin Davis opened Madison Books in 2021, at 254 SW Range Avenue in Madison. The Davis family is originally from the hectic city of Delray…
From the Sunny Side: I’m not that lucky
I had the good fortune to attend the 2024 state championship football game on Friday, Dec. 6. The game was held at The Villages, near Orlando, so I really was hesitant to…
God’s plan for the church
As “an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God” (Ephesians 1:1), Paul received information directly from God about different subjects pertaining to Christianity. One such revelation was concerning a “mystery.”…
The good, the bad and the ugly: “Inside Out 2”
Introduction: “Inside Out 2” is the second movie in the Inside Out franchise. It was released on June 14, 2024, to the United States market. “Inside Out 2” is a coming-of-age film,…
Learning As I Go: The significance of the shepherds
We always hear about shepherds in scripture, but why were they so important? Shepherds roamed outside of the city in the open countryside, tending their herds. Sheep were important to the culture,…
National Security: The World at War
Last Saturday, we passed the 83rd anniversary of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor and other military installations in Hawaii. The attack happened early on a Sunday morning, literally at first light….
Passing Parade: Trouble: A nickel’s worth, please
Nelson A. Pryor: Guest Columnist Can a nickel trap an international master spy? Well, a newsboy, James Bozart, back during the Cold War, ultimately caused it. The Split Nickel It all started…
The Game of Life: College Edition It gets worse before it gets better
For a lot of college students, this week is finals week. With that, not only comes exams, but also presentations and final group projects. I presented my thesis proposal to not only…
Turning back a straying Christian
James gives one final word of encouragement to his “brethren.” He is concerned about the “brother” or “sister” who has strayed “from the truth.” James expresses how important it is for Christians…
Learning As I Go: There’s a chill in the air
Cooler weather has arrived in North Florida, which means it’s too cold for snakes, lizards and other reptiles. We Floridians can finally tackle some of the less -than-pleasant summer jobs we put…
National Security: DOGE
Fifty years ago, I was on temporary duty to Northern Italy from my base of assignment in England. My fighter squadron, the 92nd Avengers, had traveled south to requalify in our bombing…
Do you need help when praying for your spouse?
Have you begun praying for your husband or wife and gotten sidetracked into telling God all the ways they irritate you? Before you know it, rather than standing in the gap for…
Passing Parade: Cranberries
Nelson A. Pryor: Guest Columnist Revolutionary War veteran Henry Hall is accredited with starting commercial cranberry production on Cape Cod in 1816. Cranberries remain Massachusetts’ most important crop, supporting thousands of jobs…
From the Sunny Side: Mama Patrick
I recently had the opportunity to attend a banquet honoring those important school workers who work “behind the scenes” as what is referred to now as “School Related Employees.” Although school teachers…
Confessing our sins
Listing things we are to be praying about for others, James includes confessing our sins to one another and praying for each other (James 5:16). There are several benefits Christians can enjoy…
Learning As I Go: Thankful for the trials
There’s a verse in the New Testament that says to give thanks in all things. Sometimes I struggle with this verse. When hardships happen, the last thing on my mind is thankfulness. …
National Security: Border security
In the recent election, security of our southern border with Mexico was a huge concern to voters. Trump brought the issue up at every rally, interview and press conference. Next to the…
