OPINION — “If Jesus made me breakfast, I’d hope for chocolate chip pancakes,” said Ella, 9. “And maybe a side of heavenly bacon.”It’s a fun thought,...
Kids talk about God | What can we learn from Jesus making breakfast?
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On the Mark | High School Football Media Days a success
OPINION — The countdown to football season officially began last week as Opelika joined 27 other high school football programs during the annual...
Making the grade | Southern comfort meets standout service
OPINION —As I’ve mentioned several times in this column, I love living in Auburn and worshipping in Opelika at Central Baptist Church. By the way,...
Sean of the South | Going through old photos
OPINION — I found old photographs in the attic. I rifled through hundreds of old Polaroids. Most were infant pictures of me naked.I was a fat baby....
Anchored in Truth | Confidence that never fails
OPINION — Confidence is a powerful thing. It affects the way we speak, the decisions we make and the challenges we’re willing to face. But not all...
Kids talk about God | Why did John write aboutJesus’ miracles?
OPINION — “If I saw someone walk on water, I’d probably ask if they could teach me how to skip swimming lessons,” said Landon, 8.That could have...
Altar Call | The helper
OPINION — Help is a fascinating word. To help someone is to provide assistance or support, to lighten another’s load. It can be a noun as in “Thank...
Bulldogs face hard road back to the top in 2026
OPINION — The countdown to football season is officially underway, and Opelika fans have plenty of reasons to be excited as the Bulldogs prepare for...
Southern Hospitality | Jan Carlock shares favorite vegetable recipes, gardening tips
BY ANN CIPPERLY OPINION —With a love of gardening and cooking, Jan Carlock enjoys preparing garden fresh vegetables for her family. Jan and her...