Category: Editorials

The Department of Government Efficiency or DOGE, under the guidance of Elon Musk, has found that most non-uniformed federal government employees have not been showing up at the office to work for…

“I will get up, go to my father, and tell him I’m sorry. That I’m really, really sorry.”  Jason sighed deeply and slid down the wall to a seated position. He squeezed…

Most little girl’s heroes growing up are their dad’s. Mine always was and in every community, there are unsung heroes whose tireless efforts change lives in ways we often don’t see. Madison…

I recently had my senior weekend for UWF softball at one of our home series. We have a lot of seniors, so instead of recognizing everyone at the last home game, they…

I consider myself to be a pretty good driver. I have been in my fair share of “fender benders”, and a couple of those did result in totaled vehicles, but only one…

Paul informs the Ephesians of his request to God on their behalf. After describing who “the Father” is, Paul expresses what he wants the Father to grant to these people, namely that…

I’ll never forget the wonder of entering Mrs. Cherry’s used bookstore for the first time. Stacks of books rose from the floor, ushering customers toward the maze of bookshelves behind the front…

Today is Ash Wednesday, the Christian festival that marks the beginning of the season of Lent. Lent lasts forty days (excluding Sundays) and commemorates Jesus’ 40 days of fasting in the wilderness…

Are you feeling weak? Vulnerable? Is your self-esteem in trouble? Self-esteem is a fragile thing, especially when we don’t base it on what God’s Word says about us. In the past, I…

In the weeks since Donald Trump’s re-election, the political landscape has become increasingly turbulent. Yet, among the myriad of political decisions and cultural shifts, one move stands out for its potential to…

My professors in the environmental science department all have words of wisdom that they share with their classes. Whether it be phrases they made up or quotes they’ve heard in their lifetime,…

My co-workers and others who are subjected to seeing me on a daily basis are probably not terribly surprised to know that I do not like shaving. It is one of those…

As is customary in first-century letter writing, Paul includes a prayer of thanksgiving for his readers. There are many things mentioned in this prayer, but today we will only look at Paul’s…

In line at the dollar store, I watched a little boy talk with his grandma while playing a game on her phone. He showed her different levels and actions he was doing…

February has been designated Black History Month for more than forty years, but the observance has its roots back as far as 1926. Some would argue that, if we’re to have a…

You’re angry. He’s angry. What’s new? It’s been a long time since you’ve enjoyed each other’s company. When was the last time you really laughed with your spouse? You can almost hear…

This week was the 71st annual North Florida Livestock Show and Sale. I moved to Madison right before last year’s show and sale, I was only able to attend the Thursday sale…

Everyone loves reassurance, whether it’s in relationships, the workplace or just in everyday life. Hearing other people’s confidence in your own abilities gives a good feeling and can lift up your spirits….

I am an extremely blessed person in so many ways. I have fond memories of family who may no longer be around. I have loving family members and friends around the world…

After having told the Ephesians they were God’s inheritance, Paul now mentions how they became this inheritance. He says it begins with listening to the message of truth, believing the gospel of…