by John D. Pierce | Oct 19, 2017 | Opinion
By John D. Pierce ORLANDO, Fla. — Wise writers avoid superlatives like oldest or largest because some reader usually provides evidence to the contrary. But I feel safe deeming R.L. (Dick) Atkins as the most prepared Sunday school teacher in the world. If anyone has...
by John D. Pierce | Oct 18, 2017 | Opinion
By John D. Pierce Jesus’ life and teachings didn’t matter very much. At least that’s the idea one gets from those American Christians who see his only earthly purpose in coming to die as a penalty for human sinfulness — and then rocketing off to heaven to fix up some...
by John D. Pierce | Oct 16, 2017 | Opinion
By John D. Pierce Nurturing Faith Experiences are unique, small-group opportunities to be inspired by nature, enjoy good company, share delicious meals, stay in high-demand housing in and around national parks, and make some really great memories. Attentive,...
by John D. Pierce | Oct 16, 2017 | Opinion
By John D. Pierce This time of deeply divisive, partisan politics is especially challenging to church leaders trying to keep their folks together and focused on the greater priorities of faithful living. At least that is true for those good pastors who have not...
by John D. Pierce | Oct 13, 2017 | Opinion
By John D. Pierce One Sunday several years ago I was pulpit pinch-hitting at First Baptist Church of Ringgold, Ga., the small northwest Georgia town where I graduated from high school. The deacons, as is the custom in many Baptist churches, gathered for prayer before...
