My Creed
By Cindy Smith Howard Walter penned this poem, that was later put to music, from Japan in 1906. As a hymn, it is titled: “I Would Be True;” but Walter titled the poem as: “My Creed.” These words truly inspire, challenge, and show us how to improve our own lives to this day. “I would […]
Lessons of the Run: Resources for Your Run
By Rachel Smith There are so many parallels between physical running and life. Let’s consider in this article our course maker and what He provides to ensure our success as a runner. God is our course creator, the master of directing a path and measuring our steps. “The steps of a good man are ordered […]
What Does it Mean to be Saved?
Written by Janna Shick When you think of being saved, what comes to your mind? Consider the one who has been lost at sea, floundering in the waves desperately hoping for someone to rescue them. Ponder the child who is stranded in the upper floor of a burning building, screaming for help. What torment there […]
Cartoon – “America on Brink”
A Country with Values
A Country with Values Written by Shane Roxbury At a time when our country faces unrest, violence and rampant hatred, an important election draws nearer. The decision made by voters will undoubtedly affect the course of our nation, whether good or bad. Which candidate can best lead the nation on a course that preserves our […]
The “Dumbing Down” of the Gospel Message
The “Dumbing-Down” of the Gospel Message Written by Pastor Keith Karns Jeremiah 5:30-31: “A wonderful and horrible thing is committed in the land; the prophets prophesy falsely, and the priests bear rule by their means; and my people love to have it so: and what will ye do in the end thereof?” Our society has […]
The Brave in Blue
Written by Kimberly Karns An individual vows an oath to serve his country. They wake up each day and put on their uniform, ready to report for duty – to serve and protect. These public servants go to work each day never knowing the dangers that may put his life into harm’s way. They deserve […]
The Importance of One Vote
The Importance of One Vote Written by Renee Trauger Wiping his forehead with his already damp handkerchief, Harry Burn listened to the shouts from the crowds of people below as he hid from sight in the hot, stuffy attic. Hours earlier he had entered the State Capitol Building, never imagining that the events to follow […]
A Constant Hope in these Troubled Times
A Constant Hope in these Troubled Times Written by Kimberly Karns We could all use a healthy dose of hope in these times. Hope is a small word, yet it can bring us much joy. Hope lifts the spirits like sunshine after a dark day. In essence it is an asset that everyone desires to […]
He WILL Care for me
He WILL Care For Me Written by Cindy Smith “I trust in Him, though disasters grim before me seem to be; He calms my fears and He dries my tears, and FAITHFUL is to me! No matter what happens He will care for Me! “ –“He Will Care For Me,” C.W. Naylor […]