When the Country Needs a Heart-Change

As I look at the country around us, the divisions between us are hard to miss.  You can name almost any subject, and it will not take long to pick out the different beliefs that have led to different sides.  However, what concerns me is not that there are opposing sides around different issues because … Continue reading When the Country Needs a Heart-Change

Does America Need Our Prayers?

What can we do about all the turmoil going on around us? Every time I look at the news (or just around me), I see crime, political nastiness and fighting, selfishness, war, division, hate, fear, and so much more.  We all wish that things would get better, but they do not seem to be.  What … Continue reading Does America Need Our Prayers?

You Can Be a Good Citizen

As I write these thoughts, the national election has not yet happened.  I do not know what the outcome will be, but I am concerned about what will happen – between neighbors, coworkers, friends, and family. I believe that it is important to utilize the freedom we have to vote.  And for Christians, I believe … Continue reading You Can Be a Good Citizen

We Remember

In a few days, Americans will observe Memorial Day. When I was young, there were certain things that happened in conjunction with Memorial Day.  Many would put screens back on their windows after winterizing them a few months before, white shoes and clothes were brought back out, and grills were pulled out for the firs … Continue reading We Remember

Pray for America

In one week (on May 2) we will observe the National Day of Prayer.  In Leake County, many of us will meet at the Courthouse at noon while others are meeting all over the country, and you are invited. Throughout our history and especially during tough times, Americans have been urged to pray for our … Continue reading Pray for America