by Tony W. Cartledge | Jul 25, 2012 | Opinion
While attending a breakout session during the Oasis music and worship conference sponsored by the CampbellUniversityDivinitySchool, I learned that my all-time favorite hymn was not originally titled “Amazing Grace.” It was “Faith’s Review and... by Michael Ruffin | Dec 22, 2009 | Opinion
I am at times afflicted with chronic lyricosis, which is, on the off chance you have not heard of it, a malady characterized by the habitual misunderstanding of song lyrics. When I was a child, I thought the church song that affirmed “Whosoever surely meaneth... by Richard Shadinger | Dec 13, 2005 | Opinion
During Advent and Christmas our churches seem to sing more heartily as hymns remind us of the promise and joy of the birth of Jesus. There is a wealth of wonderful texts and tunes for the season which bring “tidings of comfort and joy.” The enthusiasm for... by Michael Helms | Dec 8, 2005 | Opinion
For Christians, we have entered into that Season of Advent, a season of anticipation of the coming of the Christ Child and a season of expectation of the second coming of Christ. It is a season of hope. Recently, I found this true story about hope in my files. I have... by Denton Lotz | Dec 6, 2005 | Opinion
The Christmas story is one of hope and joy. This is a necessary word for men and women of all cultures and languages to hear, particularly this year. What a tragic year. It began with thousands being killed by the horrific tsunami. Then the death toll for Iraqis and...