by Bob Newell | Jan 28, 2016 | Opinion
Vernon and Gladys learned in early 1934, less than two years after they married, that she was expecting twins. Poverty, like swollen river flood water, was always lapping at the front door for this young, northeast Mississippi couple, causing Vernon to work extra odd...
by Colin Harris | Jan 27, 2016 | Opinion
I think we could make a case for regarding the iconic hymn “Amazing Grace” as the Psalm 23 of modern hymnody. Its appeal seems not to be limited to the particular faith tradition of its origin, as it is often played and sung at public events that call for...
by Larry McSwain | Jan 27, 2016 | Opinion
January is a typical month for giving attention to one’s body after the gluttony of Thanksgiving and Christmas. The airwaves are full of advertisements for the latest nutrition, exercise or medicinal program for losing weight, regaining physical strength or...
by Bill Wilson | Jan 26, 2016 | Opinion
Early in my pastoral ministry, I still thought my primary job was to please people and make them happy, ensure their comfort and leave them liking me. Thus, when someone disagreed with me or criticized me, I spent many anxious hours, usually pre-dawn, reliving...
by Larry Eubanks | Jan 26, 2016 | Opinion
The Beatitudes are not prescriptions on how to be blessed. “I need to be poor in spirit (or just plain poor) so I can be blessed” misses the point and leads to some interesting interpretations of how to live the spiritual life. It can sometimes lead us...
by John D. Pierce | Jan 25, 2016 | Opinion
By John D. Pierce After many months of careful contemplation, wise counsel, creative thinking and roll-up-your-sleeves crafting, the inaugural Nurturing Faith Journal is in the hands of the printer. Soon it will be in the hands of readers far and wide. Blending the...
