by John D. Pierce | Apr 7, 2011 | Opinion
The Christian faith is about more than gaining biblical knowledge. Jesus didn’t tell his disciples to “learn this stuff” — but rather to “follow me.” Knowledge is important. However, the “content for learning” must intersect with the...
by Michael Fink | Apr 7, 2011 | Opinion
In 1981 I bought 100 shares of Exxon stock. It has been the best long-term investment of my life. The company itself (now known as ExxonMobil) is one of the largest and most influential companies in the world. Because I own the stock and receive its annual report, I...
by Ircel Harrison | Apr 7, 2011 | Opinion
CNN has been broadcasting a “news” special titled “Unwelcome: The Muslims Next Door” recently. With Soledad O’Brien as reporter, the program recounts the negative response on the part of some citizens to the building of a new Islamic...
by Tony W. Cartledge | Apr 6, 2011 | Opinion
I love dogwoods. I just do. For most of the year, they’re most unremarkable trees, but in the springtime, when they blossom, they grab me. A dogwood in the backyard shades my patio. When the breeze rustles its branches, the wind chimes make gentle music, and...
by Bill Wilson | Apr 6, 2011 | Opinion
For centuries the church has taken Ephesians 4 to heart and suggested that there are five primary roles for a minister to fulfill. Modern ministers are expected to embody these roles as needed and with a significant level of expertise and professionalism. They are:...
by Colin Harris | Apr 6, 2011 | Opinion
Some stars seem to be aligning in a way that makes clear what is happening in our congressional leaders’ efforts to respond to our deep economic deficit problem. · First star: Wail and woe over how much “government spending” goes to...
