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Making the grade | The War Eagle Supper Club

OPINION — If you are reading this column, three days ago on Monday, Aug. 17, you may have heard a joyous shout coming from North Auburn. Why? Because Patton, Mike’s and my great nephew, became the fourth generation in the Patton family to attend Auburn University.The...

Sean of the South | Where you come from

OPINION — There was an old man sitting outside the dusty bar. He sat in a plastic lawn chair. There was a dog with him. The dog was either asleep or dead.He was whittling a stick for no reason — the old man, not the dog. This is what old men did before TikTok.A truck...

Anchored in truth | Jesus who calls us

OPINION —Growing up, Thanksgiving usually came with two tables. There was the adult table and the kids’ table. And when you’re a kid, there’s something mysterious about that adult table. That’s where the important people sit. That’s where the good food seems to be....

Altar Call | God sees you

OPINION — Weak and intoxicated, a man made his way home at midnight. As he walked in, he was surprised to see his wife sitting in a rocking chair.“What are you doing up so late?” he asked.“I have been praying for you,” she said.“Well, for goodness sake, don’t tell God...
Sean of the South | Who is God?

Sean of the South | Who is God?

OPINION — The question was simple. “Who is God?” CHRIS (5): He’s a big, big thing, but you can’t see him. He has big hands and he can pick you up...

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