Opinion

I was shocked this week while reading social media posts concerning the April 2 election. Some stated they were not aware of an election. Some accused the election wasn’t publicized enough. Some even said that the voting hours were not convenient for them...

An elementary teacher stood before her class and asked her students, “What should you do if a person physically hits you?” A student and Christian girl answered, “Turn the other cheek.” The girl said that she was so surprised that the “whole class” erupted in laughter. ...

Easter comforts me. The perfect time of the year as the earth promises warmth and renewal. Spring is beginning to bloom. The tulip bulbs buried in the fall are pushing up fresh green. Sparrows, robins and other birds are gathering twigs, bits of grass, and other materials, constructing their nests to cradle new eggs. Small, fuzzy rabbits are darting back and forth across the road. Easter is not just another day; it is a new life, new hope and a new beginning...

Our text for study is Isaiah 44:25-26. “That frustrateth the tokens of the liars, and maketh diviners mad; that turneth wise men backward, and maketh their knowledge foolish; That confirmeth the word of his servant, and performeth the counsel of his messengers; that saith to Jerusalem, Thou shalt be inhabited; and to the cities of Judah, Ye shall be built, and I will raise up the decayed places thereof.”...

Next in a series of articles concerning eight ailments and the level of pain they cause is one that affects men, the dreaded prostrate problem. In AARP’s magazine article, “They Won’t Kill You, But They Sure Make You Miserable,” authored by Lisa Haney, Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia or BPH ranks 7 on her level of pain and misery for men...

Jeff Dorris jdorris@dddnews.com As new mayors and council members take the oath of office across the county, I hope they are able to check personal bias and grudges at the door. When area candidates were asked what they considered the role of the mayor, they failed to mention diplomacy...

Palm Sunday begins the observance of what was the most important week in all of history: the death and resurrection of God Incarnate, God become Man, to save His beloved chosen human creation from sin, hell, and the eternal Lake of Fire. The apostle Luke narrates the passion of Jesus Christ, beginning with His short-lived “triumphant” entry into Jerusalem. When God deals with the devil and sinful human flesh, the ensuing drama reveals how much unlike us He is, and that is a most blessed thing...

Palm Sunday is a Christian movable feast that falls on the Sunday before Easter. It commemorates Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem, riding on a donkey to the lavish praise of the people who threw clothes or palms in front of him as a sign of adoration. ...

“Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ.” (Titus 2:13) The second coming of Christ is a good motivation for pure Christian living! The 12th verse says, “Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world.” Christians who live soberly, righteously and godly in this present world can look eagerly for the coming of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ...

On a pain scale from 1 to 10, AARP writer, Lisa Haney, puts Shingles at a 10 in her article, “They Won’t Kill You But They Sure Make You Miserable,” that listed eight of the most painful ailments that strikes mostly older adults. Shingles is next on my list of ailments to discuss over the next 7 weeks, and what causes them, how they can be avoided, and the best way to get through them...

Occasionally I need a little reminder. This week I was reminded to remember family caregivers. They are a special breed. They are unique and they’re tired. They’re weary. They’re exhausted. A family caregiver takes on a huge responsibility. In many families there is usually one who will come forward and fill that position...

The prophet Isaiah had been called to be God’s messenger around 740 BC, just before the northern kingdom, Israel, had been overtaken by the Assyrians, a punishment for the wickedness. At the beginning of Isaiah’s prophetic ministry, which was mostly in Jerusalem, Judah’s King Uzziah had ruled in the southern kingdom, Judah, for more than fifty years. ...

One spring when Moma & Daddy bought egg laying chickens, I fell in love with the little yellow fuzzy baby chicks. I got to keep four of them in a separate cage. Watching these chicks peck, waddle and nibble was terrific fun. These chickies were placed in their cage and housed in the laundry room at night. ...

First in a series of eight ailments that cause discomfort and pain I’ve often said that I may not agree with AARP’s politics, but they do have an array of articles that are both beneficial and enlightening, such as Lisa Haney’s “They won’t kill you, but they sure make you miserable,” in the February/March edition. ...

As an alderman currently serving on the Hornersville city council,I would like to address some issues that were brought up by Mr. Bub Forsythe, in a recent newspaper interview. I addressed some of them at a previous city council meeting, but I am happy to readdress them, since they included the entire council...

It’s that time again. A time when the citizens of a community can make their voices heard. Election time. On Tuesday, April 2, citizens of Dunklin County can place their vote and help initiate the direction they want their community to take. It’s important...

Recorded in Luke 15, Jesus’ Parable of the Prodigal Son reiterates the two previous parables: the Parable of the Lost Sheep and the Lost Coin. They include loss, restoration, joy, and the invitation to join the rejoicing. The Pharisees and scribes had criticized Jesus for receiving unclean folk and eating with them. ...

Thursday’s season opener for the St Louis Cardinal did not end as I wished. However, the game against the Milwaukee Brewers brought back memories of the 1982 World Series winning season. One of my favorite albums is not musical yet it does use the Kool and the Gang song, “Celebrate,” as the theme for the entire record. This album celebrates the 1982 World Series Champions from the beginning of that season to the final out against the Brewers...

Let’s consider together 1 Peter 1:2 which mentions the three persons of the Godhead. “Elect, according to the foreknowledge of God the Father, through sanctification of the Spirit , unto obedience, and sprinkling of the blood of Jesus Christ …” Peter addresses this letter to the elect. A Christian’s hope is salvation in heaven. (1 Peter 1:3-5) The Christian’s salvation is the work of the Godhead. Each person in the Godhead performs a specific work in regard to our salvation...

Last in a series for National Nutrition Month The intent of March’s column was to educate readers on lectins and how they wreak havoc on the body, especially on the good bacteria in the gut (intestines), and cause much of the chronic illnesses in most people today. Gluten is the most well-known lectin, but there are many more less known that cause the destruction of good bacteria...

I’ve spent the last few weeks traveling Dunklin County and visiting area high schools to gather information for an Excellence in Education special section for the DDD. I have met many impressive area students. We have smart kids here. Not only smart, but also good citizens...

Recorded in Luke 13:1-9, Jesus was surrounded by curious onlookers some commentators believe want to know more about this apparent miracle worker. Many are impressed with His teaching, some of whom might have marveled at the temple priests’ interest and questioning of Jesus. ...

Your Dunklin County Library account is a valuable resource. Books are available for checkout. There is no cost unless you do not recheck your reading materials. The Dunklin County Library also offers ebooks, children’s ebooks, activities, computer with internet access, and more all for free. ...

“And he said unto them, With desire I have desired to eat this Passover with you before I suffer: For I say unto you, I will not any more eat thereof, until it be fulfilled in the kingdom of God. And he took the cup, and gave thanks, and said, Take this, and divide it among yourselves: For I say unto you, I will not drink of the fruit of the vine, until the kingdom of God shall come.” (Luke 22:15-18)...

Third in a series for National Nutritional Month It is amazing how the body was created, literally, to tell us what is good and bad for it. Unlike animals, humans have a tendency to eat what hurts them without a thought to what it is doing to their body. ...