Dec 30, 2013
SIDELINE OBSERVATIONS: A belated Christmas wish
Last Wednesday was Christmas Day, and so much has changed since last December, when my family gathered in DeLand to celebrate the birth of Bethlehem's Baby. The Dickson family has always embraced and…
Dec 24, 2013
FROM THE PULPIT: Hype, hyperbole, and Jesus
It comes around every year, although when it actually starts may vary. Does it really make a difference? Some say, "Absolutely!" Others say, "It’s just really annoying!"
Dec 17, 2013
SIDELINE OBSERVATIONS: Picking the top stories
If you are like me, there is something about the last few weeks of year that makes you want to stop and reflect on the events of the past 12 months. No matter how busy I am I always catch myself look…
Dec 13, 2013
FROM THE PULPIT: Consider the true meaning of Christmas
Christmas is visions of sugar plums dancing in our heads; lots of parties; an annual season of goodwill; numerous trips to the mall; and pulling out hair because of myriad things to do.
Dec 10, 2013
SIDELINE OBSERVATIONS: It's only a game
From youth league games to professional games, the sports we are supposed to enjoy have all too often led to deadly games. And that, my friends, is a sad indictment on American society.
Dec 3, 2013
SIDELINE OBSERVATIONS: Big bucks not to coach
Whenever I read about a Division I college football coach being fired, I question my career choices. What would have happened if I pursued coaching instead of writing sports? Would I have had what it…
Dec 2, 2013
FROM THE PULPIT: Give thanks in all circumstances, good or bad
On Oct. 3, 1789, President George Washington made the following proclamation and created the United States' first official Thanksgiving Day.
Nov 26, 2013
SIDELINE OBSERVATIONS: Thoughts for Thanksgiving
Thursday we celebrate Thanksgiving and so many thoughts flood my mind about this special day. In many ways I believe every day should be Thanksgiving. Most day just waking up and coming to work is a …
Nov 19, 2013
SIDELINE OBSERVATIONS: Defining a miracle
I'll admit I didn't watch all of the Auburn-Georgia football game Saturday. I was channel surfing trying to find the best game and, with Auburn leading 37-17 early in the fourth quarter, I settled in…
Nov 13, 2013
FROM THE PULPIT: Atheists' search for fulfillment will be fruitless
Several atheist assemblies are springing up around the world, which troubles me.