Walt Albritton Articles

Altar Call | Doorway to strength

OPINION — “There is a certain way,” Milton says, “through weakness to the highest strength.” For four years I have struggled with my weakness, sometimes resenting it, always searching for the “strength” to endure it. When Milton says “the Apostle shows” the way, he is...

Altar Call | What to do when the devil drops by

OPIINION —In the Bible Satan has many names. He is the Accuser, the Enemy, the Tempter, the Father of Lies, the Serpent, the Deceiver, the god of this world. Jesus called Satan “Beelzebub, the prince of demons.” At other times Jesus called him the “Evil One.” The most...

Altar Call | Yes, the rains will come

OPIINION — Ben Franklin said, “Nothing is certain but death and taxes.” He could have added a third certainty: “The rains and the winds will come.” Long before Franklin’s time, Jesus reminded us that the foundation you build your life upon will be tested. Here...

Overdue apologies blocked by pride

In my reading, a phrase grabbed my attention: “Overdue apologies blocked by pride.” I thought, “Yes, I have been there.” I reckon most people have been there. And I continue to be embarrassed by the way pride has often overcome me. Pride exerts a mighty influence in...

Altar Call | The weaker I am, the stronger I become

Altar Call | The weaker I am, the stronger I become

Jan 6, 2026

OPINIONOne of the strangest statements in Paul’s letters is found in 2 Corinthians 12:9 where he comments about his weaknesses. He says he is so...

Altar Call | The weaker I am, the stronger I become

Altar Call | What of the future?

Dec 29, 2025

OPINION — Seventy-five years ago, Elton Trueblood dared to publish a book titled “The Future of the Christian.” At the time many insisted that...

Altar Call | The weaker I am, the stronger I become

Altar Call | Precious scenes in my memory book

Dec 23, 2025

OPINION — A friend of mine and his wife walked into a gift shop while on vacation in California. As they opened the door, causing a little...

Altar Call | The weaker I am, the stronger I become

Altar Call | Choice Christmas Words

Dec 16, 2025

BY WALT ALBRITTON OPINION —Words are precious. We communicate our needs, our dreams and our feelings with words. Since it’s Christmas time, let’s...

Altar Call | The weaker I am, the stronger I become

Altar Call | Overflowing hope

Dec 9, 2025

All creation looks forward to the day when it will join God’s children in glorious freedom from death and decay. For we know that all creation has...

Altar Call | The weaker I am, the stronger I become

Altar Call | Enriching your prayer life

Dec 2, 2025

One of the signs that you belong to Jesus is a strong desire to pray. You want to commune with the one who made you a new person. You want to thank...

Altar Call | The weaker I am, the stronger I become

Altar call | A spacious place

Nov 24, 2025

OPINION — As sudden as a lightning strike, a severe pain in my lower abdomen got my complete attention. One minute I was watching a football...

Altar Call | The weaker I am, the stronger I become

Altar Call | Willing to be helped

Nov 18, 2025

OPINION — When I read something that I like, I claim the author as my friend. It’s an idea I picked up from my friend, Elton Trueblood. One...

Altar Call | The weaker I am, the stronger I become

Altar Call | Easier said than done

Nov 11, 2025

BY WALT ALBRITTON OPINION — My voice was steady. I was calm and composed as I explained to my friends that like the Apostle Paul, “I have learned to...

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