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College football: Pride and prejudice

BY RON HART OPINION — It’s that time of year: football season, when we can put aside our political divisions and just start hating each other for the college football team we support.Football is the modern-day “bread and circuses,” meant, as the Roman politicians did,...

Anchored in truth | When confidence gives way to uncertainty

OPINON — I still remember getting on an Air Force C-17 in Kyrgyzstan and stepping onto Bagram Airfield in Afghanistan for the first time. By that point, I had spent a lot of time training, preparing, going over procedures and trying to anticipate what might happen...

Altar Call | The Father’s love

OPINION — The story of the prodigal son may be the greatest of all the stories Jesus told. At first reading, it would seem the main point of the story is the extravagant love of the father for his wayward son. However, in his book “The Abiding Companion,” Michael...

Kids talk about God | What can creation teach us about God?

OPINION — “Creation teaches us that God likes to color outside the lines,” said Mia, 7. “Just look at zebras and jellyfish!”Romans 1:18-23 tells us God’s invisible qualities, His eternal power and divine nature, are clearly seen in what He has made. Paul says people...
Sean of the South | Robots

Sean of the South | Robots

OPINION — Right now, the news media is in an uproar over AI. The headlines are bleak. Experts are saying our cherished way of life is in danger....

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Altar Call | Admiring Jesus

Altar Call | Admiring Jesus

OPINION —  There is much to admire about Jesus. He “went about doing good.” His compassion for the sick and helpless was extraordinary. He...

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