by Randall Balmer | Nov 21, 2023 | Feature|Opinion
In Plains, Georgia, in 1946, it probably qualified as a mixed marriage. The bride, wearing a knee-length dress, was a Methodist, and the groom, recently graduated from the Naval Academy in his dress white uniform, was Southern Baptist. That was the beginning,...
by Starlette Thomas | Nov 20, 2023 | Feature|Opinion
It’s considered rude to not say, “Thank you.” The expression of gratitude is treated as a rule, used to measure if “your mama taught you better.” If you don’t express gratitude, then you are considered unworthy of any future gift-giving. Because at least you can say,...
by Mitch Randall | Nov 20, 2023 | Feature|Opinion
For weeks, I’ve listened to the debate addressing the war in the Middle East. Supporters of Israel argue the necessity of war and casualties in their attempt to destroy Hamas. Supporters of the Palestinians (not Hamas) argue that Israel’s attempt to destroy...
by Bruce T. Gourley | Nov 17, 2023 | Feature|Opinion
Christian Nationalist Mike Johnson— a Southern Baptist from Louisiana, U.S. Republican Congressman and recently elected Speaker of the House— is all in on a “biblical worldview.” “What does Mike Johnson think about any issue under the sun? Well, go pick up a Bible...
by Dean Johnston | Nov 17, 2023 | Feature|Opinion
I’ve touched the Western Wall in Jerusalem, a place where Jews weep in sorrow and pour out generational grief over the atrocities they have experienced. I’ve also touched the West Bank Wall and heard the heartache and pain of Palestinians who have been displaced,...
by Mitch Randall | Nov 16, 2023 | Feature|Opinion
Is paying a college football coach over $77 million not to work sinful? Texas A&M University will pay its former football coach, Jimbo Fisher, $77.5 million not to coach. Fisher will receive $7.2 annually through 2031. The Aggies are currently 6-4 overall and 4-3...
