Shayne Looper: God and the “Do Not Call Registry”
People in our church received phone calls, reputedly from the IRS or law enforcement, to inform them they would be arrested within the next few hours because of their tax debt. After setting their hair...
View ArticleBill Tinsley: Age of outrage
Ours has been called the “age of outrage.” Perhaps it began with news anchor Howard Beale throwing open his window in the 1975 movie “Network” and screaming into the crowded streets, “I’m mad as h---...
View ArticleMary Katherine Seefeldt Obituary
Mary Katherine Seefeldt, 69, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on Sept. 23, 2019 in Webster, Texas. Mary's mission here is done. She received an offer you can't refuse for an...
View ArticleDonna Lisa Brownell Pelt
By LaDonna Pelt Mom …You were right. We can do anything.We can do selfish things or we can do great things.One thing we cannot do is to not ever think of you.The boys are growing so fast. Wishing...
View ArticleTroy Calvin Bryant, Jr. Obituary
Troy Calvin Bryant, Jr., 64, of St. Joe Beach, Florida, passed away at home Friday, September 27, 2019; he was surrounded by family.He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Connie (Holton) Bryant; his...
View ArticleAre you ready to put your sins in your past?
You thought gambling was fun, until the day you were unable to stop.Or you know it’s wrong to cheat on your schoolwork, but you tell yourself you don’t have a choice.Or every day, you beg God to...
View ArticleThe best deal
Democratic candidates have been promising some good deals. Actually, their upcoming election has been labeled the “free-stuff” primary—free college, free houses, free paychecks…The quest for free stuff...
View ArticleRebuild
Dear Friends,How do you plan to commemorate the anniversary of Hurricane Michael? Oct. 10 is a day that none of us will ever forget. I suspect that as the day approaches it will trigger anew many...
View ArticleAsk Pastor Adrienne: An atheist suddenly starts praying?
Q: Dear Pastor,What happens when atheists start praying to God?A: I would imagine this happens all the time. Our precious war-veterans coined a phrase: “There are no atheists in a fox-hole.” This is...
View ArticleIn Good Faith: Practice what you preach
“Stop yelling!” When a parent yells at a child to stop yelling, it’s the ultimate do-as-I-say-not-as-I-do moment. And, believe me, every parent’s been there. You’re in the car, trying to listen to the...
View ArticleShayne Looper: Man forgives his brother’s killer
Dallas has been in turmoil. A little over a year ago, police officer Amber Guyger left work after a 13.5-hour shift and drove to her apartment building. She was on the phone with a fellow officer with...
View ArticleBill Tinsley: I wish the best for you
A year ago Amber Guyger returned to her apartment after a long day as a Dallas police officer to find what she thought was an intruder in her home. She drew her gun and fired, killing a young black...
View ArticleKEEPING THE FAITH: All the hell we can stand
There are few guarantees in this world, and I’m not offering an ironclad one now, but it’s close: Do whatever you wish to do — without limits — and you will have no trouble from God whatsoever.If you...
View ArticleJames “Jim” Robert Watts Obituary
James “Jim” Robert Watts, age 81, passed away on Friday, October 4, 2019 surrounded by loved ones. He was preceded in death by his father, William Irving Watts, and his mother, Frances Hill-Watts. He...
View ArticleOne choice can forever change your life
One choice.That’s all it takes to dramatically impact your life. The parents in the college-bribery scandal now know this. Day after day we learn more about them, but what about the man behind the...
View ArticleGeorge Müller – a man of faith
Night was falling over the harbor of Bristol, England, and in the orphanage founded by George Müller and his wife Mary, the children were getting ready for bed. George was working in his study when...
View ArticleJerry Gates Obituary
Mr. Jerry Gates, age 75, of Wewahitchka, FL passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 24, 2019 at his residence in Gulf County.Mr. Gates was born on May 22, 1944 in Blountstown, Florida. He was...
View ArticleAre your choices scaring you?
Are your choices scaring you? Are they scaring the people who care about you? It’s apparent you can’t get off the self-sabotaging cycle. And, worse still, your behavior tarnishes your witness as a...
View ArticlePumpkin Patch returns to PSJ First United Methodist
The 180 Youth Group of Port St Joe FUMC will present its annual Pumpkin Patch, taking place on the Church grounds Oct. 18-31 and featuring story time and photo ops for fieldtrips and families.FUMC is...
View ArticleAnnual St. Joseph Catholic Church Spaghetti dinner
A fabulous spaghetti dinner, entertainment, door prizes and a donation-only bar featuring Italian beer and wine await you at the 11th annual St. Joseph Catholic Church Spaghetti Dinner. The dinner...
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