Column Articles

Kids talk about God | How can we do the right thing when we are afraid?

OPINION —“If I saw soldiers hurting Jesus, I’d want to help, but I might be too scared,” said Lucas, 9. “I’d probably hide behind a camel.”Fear can stop us from doing the right thing. In John 19:38-42, we meet two men who were afraid, but they still found the courage...

On the Mark | Bulldogs building momentum; Youth All-Stars shine

OPINION —Summer may still be in full swing but make no mistake, football season is already taking shape in Opelika.Opelika High School head football coach Jonathan Chandler joined “On the Mark” radio show on FOX Sports the Game earlier this week, offering an inside...

Making the Grade | In the kitchen with Chef Jim Sikes

OPINION — In this column, I have explained many times how much I dislike cooking but love eating.Also, I have shared my cooking catastrophes such as setting the stove eye on fire and grabbing an iron skillet’s handle, which was still very hot. At least on the latter...

Sean of the South | Juneteenth

OPINION —The year is 1923. It is the middle of June. You are a kid in a seersucker suit, on your way to a picnic. The weather is hot. Sweltering, actually. Texas can be like a steam bath sometimes.Today is a holiday. At least that’s what everyone is saying. But it’s a...
Altar Call | Bending and bouncing

Altar Call | Bending and bouncing

OPINION — Methodist preacher James W. Moore wrote more than 40 books that truck drivers, waitresses and custodians enjoyed reading. Some of his book...

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Sean of the South | Honor in Texas Hill Country

Sean of the South | What is God?

OPINION — What is God? This single question underpins all things on the Camino de Santiago, a trail inhabited by us full-time pilgrims whose lives...

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Altar Call | Bending and bouncing

Altar Call | He drank it all

OPINION —  I love the story of a father who became thirsty while mowing his lawn on a hot summer day. His little boy was playing nearby so he...

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