by John D. Pierce | Jun 7, 2016 | Opinion
By John D. Pierce The upcoming July-August issue of Nurturing Faith Journal & Bible Studies is chocked full of good, original content found nowhere else in print or online. The newly redesigned and expanded journal will feature these stories among others: Tony...
by John D. Pierce | May 25, 2016 | Opinion
By John D. Pierce To disclose a bias: I highly regard R. Kirby Godsey as an innovative leader and deep thinker, and seek his wise counsel at times of strategic decision making. For 27 years he led Mercer University as its president before becoming chancellor in 2006....
by John D. Pierce | May 20, 2016 | Opinion
By John D. Pierce Unless a new employee has come to work, there is no need for me to verbalize my breakfast order. I’m a regular. My arrival signals the slicing of a whole grain bagel to be passed down to the panini maker — and the presentation of a coffee cup....
by John D. Pierce | May 19, 2016 | Opinion
By John D. Pierce Most Americans still hold a pretty high view of the Bible. At least that’s what they say. More than half (54 percent) rated as “Bible engaged” or “Bible friendly” as opposed to 46 percent categorized as “Bible neutral” or “Bible skeptic,”...
by John D. Pierce | May 9, 2016 | Opinion
By John D. Pierce A Baptist church near my home was without a pastor. A representative called to see if I might help during the transition. Some members, who once belonged to another church where I was interim pastor, sent them my way. And my calendar was surprisingly...
