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Charles Wesley shares a heartfelt discovery in his hymn titled, "Love Divine, All Loves Excelling." He refers to God's love, and how it excels all other loves. C. S. Lewis wrote a book in 1960 titled … more
Yogi Berra said, "You can observe a lot by just watching." Numbers 21:8 reads, "Then the Lord said to Moses, 'Make a fiery serpent, and set it on a pole; and it shall be that everyone who is bitten, … more
A current or former employee of a public education institution "should" know the roles and responsibilities of local, state and federal governments as they pertain to public schools. However, Sen. … more
C. S. Lewis said, "Joy is the serious business of heaven." Psalm 117 is the shortest psalm and the shortest chapter in the Bible. Psalm 117 is part of a group of psalms (Psalm 113-118) referred to as … more
On behalf of ALDOT, thank you to our dedicated partners in navigating this significant winter storm that brought challenging conditions. Despite unpredictable winter weather, one constant stood … more
In October 2022, Taylor Swift released "Snow On The Beach," a dreamy collaboration featuring Lana Del Rey. But if you’re not a Swiftie, don’t stop reading just yet — this … more
"God Is So Good" is a traditional hymn based on a line from David's song of thanksgiving recorded in 1 Chronicles 16:34, "Oh, give thanks to the Lord, for He is good!" Psalm 138 is a psalm of … more
After weighing pros and cons of electric vehicle (EV) ownership since becoming president of the Alabama Clean Fuels Coalition in 2020, I decided my next pick-up truck would be electric. My … more
Having spent 40 years as a coach and educator, I've long said that young people are our country's most precious commodity. If we get everything else right but neglect to properly teach and train our … more
How could it be? Everything was going great. He was soon to be married to a wonderful young lady, then suddenly he received news that things were not as they appeared. No doubt he was heartbroken. As … more
In a day when many want to do away with the manger, we need to go back to the Bible and recount what happened away in a manger. Remember a manger is a feeding trough for animals. The Bible does not … more
Lions, bears and giants sounds like a list of professional football teams, but it has a special significance in 1 Samuel 17:36-37, "'Your servant has killed both lion and bear; and this uncircumcised … more
The holiday travel season is here. Whether you are off to see Grandma or traveling to some Caribbean beach, if you have a disability, there are laws that can protect your rights. Legal updates … more
Christian Service Center's Children's Christmas Cheer is grateful to Pastor Franks and the Island Church family for their kindness and trust in allowing us to use their warehouse for our program's … more
As Paul says farewell to the Ephesian elders, he exhorts them as follows: "Therefore take heed to yourselves and to all the flock, among which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers, to shepherd the … more
According to the National Archives News, "On Oct. 3, 1789, President George Washington issued a proclamation naming Thursday, Nov. 26, 1789, as an official holiday of 'sincere and humble thanks.' The … more
Today, 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's, including more than 103,600 adults ages 65 and older in Alabama. Alzheimer's and other dementia-related diseases are a rapidly growing public … more
Worldviews collide when those desiring to do the will of God encounter those who are doing the will of the Gentiles. There are some things to remember when you become a believer. Let me point out … more
An observer recounts, "Yesterday I saw a little kid who kept refusing to go home for a nap. He was resisting a rest." What about you? Are you resisting a rest? No, I am not referring to taking a nap. … more
James Smith, predecessor of Charles Spurgeon at New Park Street Chapel in London, recounts the following: "Passing through a country graveyard the other day, an inscription on a head-stone struck my … more
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