Sword & trowel: Champions for life
We live in a time that is hungry for heroes. Look no further than the popularity of comic book...
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Author: Brian Hobbs
‘Sword & trowel’: New beginnings
Since 2011, I have had the privilege of writing editorials for the Baptist Messenger, which I have...
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Alex, Southern goes ‘All in’ during December revival
ALEX—Decembers are typically a busy time in church life. From Christmas music programs to special...
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Conventional Thinking: Baby steps
Some time back, I saw one of those social media posts that make you smile or cringe, depending on...
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Conventional Thinking: Home alone at Christmas
“Home Alone” continues to be one of the most popular Christmas movies. To recall the plot, an...
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Conventional Thinking: Christmas wars & peace
I recently saw a Facebook contest that encouraged people to pick their favorite Christmas song. In...
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Conventional Thinking: Turkey & table talk
Thanksgiving is here, and that means family members who may not normally gather will assemble...
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Conventional Thinking: Marijuana’s march
The 2018 midterm elections saw many winners and losers. Yet the much-discussed Nov. 6 vote had one...
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Historic: Langston BSU/BCM project brings unity, opportunity
LANGSTON—Wednesday, Oct. 31 marked a historic day on a historic college campus in Oklahoma....
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