Have you ever been in a courtroom? Years ago, I went with a friend to our courthouse in Eufaula, and I remember how organized, courteous, and respectful everyone was, especially towards the judge. So ...

OKLAHOMA CITY – With the federal government “shutdown” of services continuing, one likely outcome will be that Affordable Care Act (ACA), or Obamacare, subsidies will end or be reduced. Should this ha...

Often “the cost of caring” for others and animals, especially unwanted animals can leave you physically, emotionally and financially drained. I know too well the “cost of caring” because all my life I...

We have come to the juicy part of our Constitution where members of Congress get paid. Congressional salaries have come under great scrutiny since our nation was founded. Lately, with the administrati...

What better way to celebrate a beautiful fall morning than with a leper story! In Luke 17:11-19, Jesus heals ten lepers on the road to Jerusalem, and only one returns to thank him. Jesus wonders what ...

What makes your testimony powerful is that it is your report what God is doing in your life. It is an eyewitness account of the grace and power of God. People are drawn to that. In 1st John 1 John tel...

OKLAHOMA CITY – Each year, the Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy (OICA) holds our Fall Forum to look at trends in child health, safety, and well-being. We invite advocates from across the state to...

In my twenties, I drove an hour one way and waitressed for over ten years dealing with the public on a daily basis. From my mid-twenties to midthirties, I ran a private school and taught multiple ages...

Letter to the Editor Like my phone, I’m sure everyone says Columbus Day is next Monday. Not in our house. It’s Indigenous Peoples Day and it always will be. Just because some white supremacist says it...

When I helped start the Oklahoma Rural Schools Coalition, it came from a simple conviction: strong schools are the backbone of strong communities. Investing in education is how we keep rural Oklahoma ...

Seven people were baptized at LECC on Fill the Tank Day this past Sunday. How great it was to witness these new believers choosing to lead a Christian life! The smiles were as wide as the ripples in t...

This past Sunday, we found ourselves echoing the disciples’ words to Jesus: “Lord, increase our faith!” They had just heard Him speak of some difficult demands of discipleship— having to forgive again...

Two years ago, as I sat in an airport, distraught and brokenhearted, I tried to distract myself by watching a young mother struggle with a couple of infant children. I wanted to help but knew most mot...

OKLAHOMA CITY – There are some days when I wonder if the person who first said, “May you live in interesting times,” was applauded for this statement or condemned. The world has certainly become an in...

Letter to the Editor, Facts for Snacks was published in your paper a few months ago, by someone sending in a copy of my email explaining the program. I would like to thank whoever did that for the pro...

Over my fifty plus years of being on this earthly journey I have come to realize the importance of not just good friends but godly friends. I’m not talking about just good ol’ buddies that you can han...

The folks at LECC are counting the days to our annual dinner on the grounds—a Sunday when we spread long tables and even longer welcomes. It’s our favorite time to dine with our community neighbors an...

For the last few weeks in Luke’s Gospel, Jesus has been speaking about the importance of serving God rather than serving “wealth” or “the world.” He has talked about humility, the cost of discipleship...

“Which of you, if your son asks for bread, will give him a stone? Or if he asks for a fish, will give him a snake? If you, then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how ...

OKLAHOMA CITY – Recently, Rep. Danny Williams, R-Seminole, along with Reps. Colin Duel-R, Guthrie; Gabe Woolley, R-Broken Arrow; Molly Jenkins, RCoyle; and Stacy Jo Adams, R-Duncan, hosted an interim ...