by Charles McGathy | Aug 27, 2018 | Opinion
I can’t recall that the late John McCain ever referred to himself as a hero or as the best, smartest or only person who can “make America great.” That wasn’t his style. He openly admitted, “I’ve made a lot of mistakes.” But, in my opinion, honesty alone does not make...
by EthicsDaily.com Staff | Aug 22, 2018 | News
Charles McGathy is pastor of First Baptist Church of Madison, North Carolina. Prior to that, he served as a Navy chaplain for 23 years. Where did you grow up? In the years of my life prior to college, my father worked for the Air Force, NASA and the Navy. So, I spent...
by Charles McGathy | Nov 8, 2017 | Opinion
I am one of 22 million veterans who comprise 1.3 percent of the population of the United States. Most of us have served in times of war. Today, the largest number of living veterans served in Vietnam, followed closely by those of us who served in one or both of the...
by Charles McGathy | May 22, 2017 | Opinion
A pastor new to his church removed the American flag from the sanctuary. He received a death threat as a result. His leadership in that church was brief and unhappy. Meanwhile, at another church, a patriotic holiday rolled around. So did the military hardware. The...
by Charles McGathy | Jun 25, 2013 | Opinion
I am an American. I am patriotic and I love our nation. I’m fascinated by her people, her history, her struggles as well as her moments of strength and vision. I am a Christian. My first and greatest allegiance is to God. I am a citizen of the Kingdom of God...
