Category: Editorials

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…

In the month of June, as we observe Men’s Mental Health Month, the Church has a powerful opportunity to speak truth, healing and hope into the lives of men everywhere. For too…

I was talking with someone recently and the topic of change came about. I was immediately reminded of the famous Bob Dylan song in which he warned “Admit that the waters around…

By the grace of God and through the faith of man, God has saved a person. These people are a result of God’s workmanship (Ephesians 2:10). The craftsmanship of God has created…

I love a good junk store. Now, there’s a difference between a junk store and a good junk store. A junk store has discarded items with defects and major flaws; but a…

Throughout history, there are epic battles that change the course of history. An example is the Battle of Gettysburg in 1863. Today is the 83rd anniversary of such a battle. This struggle…