Amid pandemic, a much-needed reminder that church is worth it
Joseph P. Conway’s “Broken but Beautiful — Why Church Is Still Worth It” begins with sobering statistics about the decline of church attendance and church…
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In a ‘Love is Love’ world, parents must teach kids right and wrong
Today’s teenagers were born immersed in technology. Thanks to social media, Google, YouTube and virtual reality games, they are constantly bombarded with gender issues, casual…
Our deeply held sin can become a social disease
I have known Zach Sewell since he was a student at Abilene Christian University. In Visceral Sin: A Grace-Centered Approach to Addressing Deeply Embedded Sin, his…
Minister, wife give a quick-but-meaningful study of marriage
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and I’m excited. I love any chance to celebrate my relationship with my husband, Travis. I remember our…
Our pandemic view may be all wrong, says N.T. Wright
Over the last year, I have wrestled and struggled with the appropriate response to the challenges of the day. I have prayed and lamented, been…
Review: Author provides a Clear path to good habits
In 2021, do you want to grow closer to God, get healthy, read your Bible daily, consistently go to bed earlier or wake up early…
A person of faith is ‘the only Bible some people may ever read’
Every week my husband asks me if I’m ready to start one of my many business ideas, and every week I shrug my shoulders and…
Lauren Akins values faith, family over fame
Lauren Akins does not want to be called Laura. If you search for her on Instagram and mistakenly type Laura Akins, you’ll find me. And…
Remembering Charlie Brown’s unlikely classic
"A Charlie Brown Christmas” made its debut at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 9, 1965. It was viewed by 45 percent of those who were watching television…
Some of the best from a very bad 2020
On New Year’s Day 2020, I looked ahead with anticipation. Trips were set, plans were made and adventure awaited. On March 2, I posted on…
