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Columns

His thoughts on the priority of faith

Our business experienced the best year ever but I was feeling despair. Elijah witnessed the awe-inspiring power of God at Mount Carmel but never received ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, July 6, 2017 8:05 am

Columns

Remembering a fatherly influence

Father’s Day, which we celebrated over a week ago, is not meant to just honor biological fathers. Father’s Day also recognizes fatherly influence from wherever ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, June 29, 2017 7:30 am

Columns

Ten Books for the summer — Part II

“Ten Books for Summer” has become an annual tradition. I read a lot and love to recommend books to others. So, why not share? Here ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, June 22, 2017 8:49 am

Columns

Ten books for summer— Part I

“Ten Books for Summer” has become an annual tradition. I read a lot and love to recommend books to others. So, why not share? Here ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, June 15, 2017 8:59 am

Devotional

Snakes and Psalm 23

A few years ago, I read the following from, “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young: “The challenge that continually comes before you is to trust Me and ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, May 25, 2017 8:14 am

Devotional

On Mother’s Day and growing older

Several years ago, I watched my mother, Martha Davies, become ordained by her church as minister for women. She is 80-plus, a grandmother of four ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, May 11, 2017 8:28 am

Columns

‘Daddy, how could you forget me?’

I thought my young daughter was with someone else. Following worship services, we were going with a group to lunch. When I arrived at the restaurant, ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, April 20, 2017 11:52 am

Columns

Explaining the season of Lent

I am frequently asked the meaning of the season called Lent. Lent begins on Ash Wednesday and covers a period of approximately six weeks before ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, March 30, 2017 10:25 am

Columns

Upward’s impact on youth

With adoring fans screaming, the players ran to the middle of the basketball court as their names were shouted over the loudspeaker: “No. 12, Brittany; ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, March 23, 2017 12:04 pm

Columns

Lent: God’s breath of life

One dark stormy night, I dreamed God placed me in a church preparing for Sunday worship. God had me walk up and down the aisle ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, March 16, 2017 8:48 am

Columns

Communicating with God through prayer

After a long silence, there are the usual excuses when asked why people don’t pray: “I’m busy! No time! God’s too busy! I don’t know ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, March 2, 2017 9:30 am

Church & Community

Poverty and $7.43: A conclusion

I learned an important lesson when I missed out on helping a young mother purchase $7.43 worth of baby food. That mistake guided me through the ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, February 23, 2017 8:51 am

Columns

Poverty and $7.43 — Part 3

This series on poverty started over a missed opportunity to help a mother buy $7.43 worth of baby food. There are no acceptable excuses. I ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, February 9, 2017 12:31 pm

Church & Community

Poverty and $7.43 — Part Two

Last week, I described a missed opportunity to help a mother attempting to buy $7.43 worth of baby food in a grocery store. There are ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, January 26, 2017 10:31 am

Columns

Poverty and $7.43

The following true story is a vivid reminder to be alert for opportunities God provides to help others. I blew it and missed a valuable ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, January 19, 2017 6:07 am

Columns

Roof repairs and shepherds

Just when you begin to accept your life the way it is, busy yet comfortable, God sends a messenger turning it all upside down. You ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, December 29, 2016 9:06 am

Columns

Tacky Christmas lights

For me, Christmas used to start with lights — lots of lights. What can I say? I grew up in Virginia Beach, home of the ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, December 22, 2016 9:01 am

Columns

God can … God has

Before any church meeting, there is a devotion where someone reads an excerpt from a book or tells a story. Lisa Boatwright, however, had something ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, December 15, 2016 7:34 am

Columns

10 books for Christmas Part 2

Here are the second five of “Ten Books for Christmas.” A Spectacle of Glory: God’s Light Shining Through Me Every Day by Joni Eareckson Tada. Do ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, December 8, 2016 11:33 am

Columns

Ten books for Christmas

“Ten Books for Christmas” has become an annual tradition. I read a lot and love to recommend books to others. Here are my favorite books ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, December 1, 2016 6:10 am

Columns

Faith of a widow

Jesus told a story about a widow and two coins, that I studied, preached and taught for years but until recently, missed part of what ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Wednesday, November 23, 2016 10:05 am

Columns

A gift, a flag … encouragement

Recently, I received a surprise package containing a large American Flag. I had no clue why I would receive such a beautiful gift in the ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, November 17, 2016 9:39 am

Columns

Church: Listen to the Children

Recently, several fifth- graders were given the opportunity to answer the question: What do I know about God? After reading their answers you may discover: ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, November 10, 2016 8:51 am

Columns

‘Giving and Tithing’ by Brian Lamb

Brian Lamb is a long-time member of Fredericksburg United Methodist Church who felt called to ordained ministry and is currently attending seminary and working as ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, October 27, 2016 7:08 am

Columns

Rudeness and our children

The bright red finish and the cardboard license plates were clear indicators the car in the fast-food restaurant parking lot was brand new. The owner ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, October 13, 2016 9:57 am

Columns

Jerks and forgiveness

Imagine driving to work, minding your own business. Suddenly, someone runs a stop sign and with squealing tires, zips in front of your car, forcing ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, October 6, 2016 10:32 am

Columns

Breaking the endless cycle of guilt, shame

During our first visit, she began to weep. “I’m so sorry.” For the next hour, I heard a sad story of mistakes, misunderstandings and family ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, September 29, 2016 8:05 am

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