by James L. Evans | Jan 17, 2011 | Opinion
Does religion really work? I’m using the word “work” in the most pragmatic sense. Is there a measurable way of proving that people of faith live longer, live better, have better marriages, are financially successful, have fewer problems with their...
by Bruce Prescott | Jan 17, 2011 | Opinion
Amid all the talk about “hate speech” and the “rhetoric of violence” in the aftermath of the attempted assassination of U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords (D-Ariz.), here are some thoughts about the kind of speech that could promote civil society....
by Tony W. Cartledge | Jan 14, 2011 | Opinion
Have you always wanted to visit the land of the Bible, but kept putting it off for one reason or another? Here’s a terrific opportunity to check that off your bucket list and have an unforgettable experience: Campbell University Divinity School is sponsoring a...
by Colin Harris | Jan 14, 2011 | Opinion
The observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday has become, after a rather contentious early history, an appropriate national celebration of one of the pivotal personalities and movements of modern times. In addition to its reminder of the vision, leadership and...
by Mike Parnell | Jan 14, 2011 | Opinion
It’s been said that you shouldn’t compare yourself to others because you don’t know their journey in life. “The King’s Speech” makes that point beautifully. Prince Albert (Colin Firth) is the younger son of King George V (Michael...
by John D. Pierce | Jan 13, 2011 | Opinion
By John Pierce Most of us like for others to think our jobs are harder than they are. So I’m hesitant to tell the truth when people ask, “Where do you get all of those story ideas?” But tales of crystal balls, mob connections and having an ear to ground don’t...
