Category: faith

One of my recommended Bible readings for tomorrow is from the prophet Isaiah. In Chapter 43, verse 1, the Lord says, “Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are min…

Did you notice how early the Christmas displays went up in stores this past year? I saw the first display in September.
Did you notice when people started decorating their homes? Many did it Thanks…

In just a few days we will usher in a new year. New Year’s Eve often is rife with parties and celebrations. Some people have wild parties, others will watch the “ball drop” on television. Still other…

CRESTVIEW — When Rev. Dr. Charles E. Salis Jr decided to start Bright Futures Ministries, he had one Bible verse on his mind — Matthew chapter 25, verse 35.
“For I was hungry, and you fed me. I was…

Can you remember as a child how difficult it was to wait patiently for the arrival of Christmas? I can.
As soon as the Christmas lights were put up downtown, the anticipation started. When the snow…

According to the Bible verse James 3:8-10, "No one can tame the tongue – a restless evil, full of deadly poison. With it we bless the Lord and Father, and with it we curse those who are made in the l…

CRESTVIEW — The Rocky Bayou Christian School in Crestview hosted its annual Western Hoedown Oct. 20 at the Recreational Outreach Center located directly behind the school.
A spokesperson described …

I will be quite honest … a great many things I read on social media sites saddens my spirit.  The political trashing, the name calling, the absolute hatred I read being slung back and forth among per…

As I write this article, our nation is reeling from another two senseless acts of violence: the mailing of explosive devices to persons who have spoken unflatteringly (in that persons’ mind) about ou…

CRESTVIEW — Bobbie Brown, 84, sifts through memories with Woodlawn Baptist Church's senior adult pastor George Katzman laughing and reflecting on a meaningful part of her life since she was 20 years …