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Editorial: Not then, and not now
Are we dreaming? The Governor of Oklahoma has come out in opposition to the expansion of gambling in our state?
It’s true. The same governor who pushed for the growth of gambling in our state is now saying a proposed 2,000-machine casino at Interstate 35 and Britton Road in Oklahoma City would have a deleterious effect. more »
By staff - Jul 4, 2008
Topic: Family, Addictions, Gambling, Education, Citizenship, Legislation
Colorblind children
by Walker Moore
As we move further into the political season, I keep hearing people saying that certain politicians are playing “the race card.” If there is anything I hate, it is the evaluation of an individual based upon his pigmentation. more »
Topic: Faith, Ministry, Citizenship, Racial Reconciliation
Land, Gibbs in two-part documentary on Terri Schiavo
AGOURA HILLS, Calif.—Two thirty-minute television programs to air June 12 and 19 will explore the debate surrounding the death of Terri Schiavo and feature, among others, Richard Land, president of the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission of the Southern Baptist Convention and David Gibbs, head of the Florida-based Christian Law Association. more »
Topic: Life, End-of-Life Issues
Gambling efforts ‘die’ at Statehouse
Gambling efforts “are dead” but they certainly took their toll on the 2008 legislative session.
“Powerful gambling forces came out in full effort to push Senate Bill 191 (a constitutional amendment forever protecting Macon County gambling machines) this session,” said Sen. more »
By staff - May 30, 2008
Topic: Family, Addictions, Gambling, Citizenship, Legislation
VIEWPOINT: Cowardly Clergyman?
Since when does a church or its pastor have to remain silent when addressing moral and social issues from a biblical worldview? There is no shortage on those who would like to squelch the voice of the church, especially during a political season. more »
Topic: Citizenship, Church and State, , Religious Liberty
Most Americans See No Problem with Christians in Politics
NASHVILLE, Tenn.— Over half of all Americans (52%) canvassed disagreed with the statement, “I am concerned that at times Christians are too involved in politics,” according to a survey conducted through a joint project of LifeWay Research and the Southern Baptist Convention’s Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission. more »
May 7, 2008
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Marriott to discuss in-room porn movies
Officials of Marriott International have agreed to meet with pro-family leaders who have asked the hotel chain to stop offering pornographic movies in its rooms. more »
By staff - Apr 23, 2008
Topic: Family, Sexual Purity, Pornography
RADIO: Richard Land interviews Ben Stein
Dr. Richard Land welcomes Ben Stein to the For Faith & Family radio broadcast to discuss the film Expelled: No Intelligence Allowed (in theaters April 18, 2008) as well as the American Civil Rights Movement, 40 years later. more »
Topic: Family, Education, Citizenship, Human Rights, Racial Reconciliation, Science, Creation/Evolution
Kern addresses controversy
Messenger Radio Co-hosts Ray Sanders and Bob Nigh interview Oklahoma state legislator Sally Kern about her recent comments about homosexuals.
more »Topic: Family, Sexual Purity, Homosexuality
Editorial: Parents are key
The world is out to win over the hearts and minds of our young people. Thousands of dollars are spent every day trying to lure them away into a compromising, self-centered, tolerant lifestyle. more »
By staff - Apr 5, 2008