Editorials
Editorials

THOMAS/Johnson optimistic on GOP wins

If Clark Kent had a twin brother he might resemble Speaker of the House Mike Johnson. That includes Johnson’s mild-mannered nature.

EDITORIALS/Build a new county jail

Constructed three decades ago, the county jail is run down, out of date, dangerous and needs to be replaced, this page opined two years ago, and we’re urging construction of a new jail again. 

GETTING THE MESSAGE/The hope of Christians

The 7th trumpet in Revelation signals the end of the present world and the hope of Christians, who wait for the consummation of the Kingdom of Glory in Christ. In Revelation 11:15 we read,

BIBLE SELECTION/Psalm 40:8

"I delight to do your will, O my God; your law is within my heart.”

FLASHBACKS

It is still a small world, according to Pvt. Normal A. Johnson Jr. and Ensign A.B. McCraw Jr., who recently met on the Italian coast after a diligent search had been made for each other.   

THOMAS/Harris appeals for anti-Catholic vote

A political rule of thumb is that candidates should never offend a large group of voters, especially close to an election.

GETTING THE MESSAGE/Last days of the gospel era

Revelation 11:7-13 points us to the last days of the gospel era. In verse 7, the two witnesses are symbolic of the church’s witness to the world of the good news of Jesus Christ.

BIBLE SELECTION/Romans 12:2

Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.

THOMAS/Obama to the rescue

“ We have not yet seen the same kinds of energy and turnout in all quarters of our neighborhoods and communities as we saw when I was running.”– Barack Obama, last week

GETTING THE MESSAGE/Hardships and opposition

In Revelation 11:1, the apostle John is given a measuring rod and told to “measure the temple of God and the altar and those who worship there.”

FLASHBACKS

Veterans and their families along with all interested parties are invited to attend a meeting at the courthouse, Monday, Oct. 16.

THOMAS/Vote buying, Biden style

Vote buying is illegal in the United States. The law says: “Whoever makes or offers to make an expenditure to any person, either to vote or withhold his vote, or to vote for or against any candidate; and whoever solicits, accepts, or receives any such expenditure in consideration of his vote or the withholding of his vote—Shall be fined under this title or imprisoned not more than one year, or both; and if the violation was willful, shall be fined under this title or imprisoned not more than two years, or both.

GETTING THE MESSAGE/Certainty of Christ’s return

We have looked at Revelation chapter 10 the last couple of weeks, and this week we are going to examine two important truths connected to what we are taught in this chapter.

THOMAS/VP Harris visits the border

Vice President Kamala Harris’ visit last Friday to a border region in Arizona takes political cynicism to a new low.

THOMAS/Kamala owes us some answers

It’s been more than two months since Vice President Kamala Harris was deeded the Democratic presidential nomination. During that time, she has not held a news conference or sat with many mainstream journalists to answer serious questions about how she would lead the country and who she would choose as her advisers.

BIBLE SELECTION/James 3:13

Who is wise and understanding among you? By his good conduct let him show his works in the meekness of wisdom.  

FLASHBACKS

The Philadelphia Rotary Club held its regular weekly luncheon at the Benwalt Hotel, Monday, Sept. 11, with the president, Tarris Oliphant presiding.  

BELFAST, NORTHERN IRELAND – The new British Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, has commented on a report he commissioned that found the UK’s National Health Service (NHS) is in a deplorable condition.

GETTING THE MESSAGE/God’s grace is sufficient

We are looking at the 6th trumpet judgment in the 2nd half of Revelation chapter 9. In verse 14, John hears a voice from the throne of God saying, “Release the four angels who are bound at the great river Euphrates.”

BIBLE SELECTION/Titus 2:2

Older men are to be sober-minded, dignified, self-controlled, sound in faith, in love, and in steadfastness.  

« Prev | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 9 | Next »
Currently viewing stories posted within the past 365 days.
For all older stories, please use our advanced search.



Powered by Creative Circle Media Solutions