Living on Purpose – The power of obedience
Obedience includes the humble and sincere acceptance of the authority and will of God. It’s not only conforming, but also demonstrating our devotion through our thoughts, words, and deeds.
Why did school reject character-development program?
“TERRIFIC” is an acronym for Thoughtful, Enthusiastic, Respectful, Responsible, Inclusive, Friendly, Inquisitive and Capable. Who doesn’t want all of our children to strive for these attributes? Apparently St. John’s Elementary School. After decades of involvement by the Darlington Kiwanis Club through the Terrific Kids Program at St. John’s Elementary, among other elementary schools, one school has asked the Club not to hold the...
County schools give out ‘grades that lie’
Santa Claus, the Easter Bunny, the Tooth Fairy are among the “little” lies we tell our children. It is not done in a necessarily deceptive way, but to bring a little happiness to their lives. In this case it seems harmless until reality steps in and truth becomes known. At that time there is disappointment and maybe some pain, but nothing that will irreparably alter their future. However, there is a lie that we tell our children who...
The classroom and the teacher
It has been said many times, and this writer is in agreement, that life is a classroom and the teacher’s home is experience!
Nature never sleeps
You and I are here just for a bit, and so are the things we build. Nature is here forever and she never sleeps.
Living on Purpose – Simply because I don’t want to
Many will read this headline and attach it to an unlimited array of personal issues and the problems that are associated with them.