The winds of change
What is better for our souls, country, and humankind: spreading criticism or compassion? Which of these would God choose? We know the correct answer,...
We begin anew
The last remnants of 2024 are packed away, except for a small Christmas ornament I found under my sofa. I am not sure how...
The finest flash of a day
This week, a delightful whirlwind of flurry, furry, and festivity swept through my world. Three dogs, four kids, and fifteen adults gathered on Christmas...
The story of Jesus’ birth
The Birth of Jesus
Luke 2:1-20 (King James Version of the Bible)
2 And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a...
Christmas Eve services illuminate Northeast Georgia’s churches
Across the country, churches of every denomination came together to celebrate Christmas Eve, and Northeast Georgia was no different. From traditional services to special...
Unspeakable joy
“8 And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. 9 An angel of the Lord appeared...
The gift for all
Boy, howdy, did we need the holidays! After November 5th, we required a much-needed break from politics. In the past few years, the news...
The magical Christmas train
We all hold dear those heartwarming, highlighted Christmas days. Whether it was the first bike from Santa, the joy of our grandparents' visit, or...
Finding the perfect joy
How often do we sing or hear the hymn "Joy to the World” during Christmas? This iconic song, often sung by a choir, carries...
Let there be peace on earth
Just wait, the cold air is coming….. finally! Thank goodness, because it seems odd to put up a Christmas tree in t-shirts and shorts....
For this growing church in Athens, a new organ brings even more hope
For decades now, people in the United States have become less religious. Reports of emptying places of worship abound across the country, and now,...
Let’s embrace the joy of the season
Well, folks, this is the beginning of our holidays. Diets fly out the window this week, and Santa soon flies in on a sleigh....