By Carey Kinsolving and Friends What did Jesus mean when he said, “Therefore, whatever you want men to do to you, do also to them”? “If you are mean to someone, then they w... Read more
By Carey Kinsolving and Friends In reading Thanksgiving poems, I came across this clever writing by Edgar A. Guest: “When turkey’s on the table lain, And good things I may scan,... Read more
By Michael J. Brooks I found a volume in a used book store a few years back on the life and death of President William McKinley. It was interesting to learn more about our 25th president. Mc... Read more
By Ryan Jennings Where is Jesus in all of this Kanye nonsense? The literal answer? He is in the same place He has been since He ascended into Heaven, after He stole the keys to death, Hell a... Read more
By Carey Kinsolving and Friends “Make sure the house is clean and a pot of potatoes is in the oven,” says Alex, 6. I’m sure Idaho potato farmers will be glad to know that s... Read more
By Michael J. Brooks “Something old, something blue, something borrowed and something new” is an old rhyme repeated at weddings. I’ve known many brides through the years who’ve been creative... Read more
By Carey Kinsolving and Friends People die because “God wants more angels,” says Katie, 6. Though some people act like angels and others like the devil, angels are angels and peo... Read more
By Michael J. Brooks It was a disturbing call I received several years ago. His mother phoned to say Gary was in jail. Gary had grown up in our church and joined the U.S. Army. On a weekend... Read more
By Richard Harp This is the slogan for the local Great Harvest Bakery in Trussville. Recently, a challenging yet inspirational story took place regarding their company and our congregation. ... Read more
By Andy Waits If you want to get someone’s blood boiling bring up Calvinism. Better yet, if you want to make a life-long enemy, accuse them of being a Calvinist. This label has become the sc... Read more