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
Prayer
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?
Prayer Is Amazing!
Have you ever thought about how amazing prayer is? Most of us know that prayer is important. Most of us know that we should pray – regularly. Most of us also know that we do not pray as often as we should. Think about what that means. We say that we know we should pray … Continue reading Prayer Is Amazing!
Being busy isn’t always good
It is definitely summer. It is also a time when many of us take vacations. My family has taken many beach vacations over the years. I may not enjoy sunbathing, but there is something special about the beach. The sand on your toes, the salty smell in the air, the sound of the waves – … Continue reading Being busy isn’t always good
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
Let’s Get Real
I recently shared similar sentiments to my church family, but this is for ALL of us! At the beginning of a typical year, you might expect me to write about resolutions, goals, or something to inspire. But - as we all well know - we had a MOST unusual year in 2020. Perhaps it's time … Continue reading Let’s Get Real
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