With 2021 being only a short span of time away, we need to make sure that we are going forth into this New Year with hope and optimism.
Category: Michael Goings’ Columns
The personal reflections and commentary of Bishop Michael Goings, a well-known pastor and author, on local, state, national, and international issues. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in these columns are those of Michael Goings, the author, and do not necessarily reflect those of The Dillon Herald. He is solely responsible for the content of these articles.
Part Two: The Christmas Story From A Biblical Perspective
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In my column last week, we considered the Christmas Story from a biblical perspective.
Part One: The Christmas Story From A Biblical Perspective
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I am going to attempt something during this Christmas season that I have never done before.
Why My Recliner Is My Favorite Chair
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Before I address the subject of my column today, I must first go back in time to when I was growing up in New Town.
Why Thanksgiving Is Special This Year
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There are three times each year when my Judeo-Christian convictions dictate the nature and substance of what I write about in my column.
A Profile In Perseverance
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On the official election day of November 3, 2020, history was made in Dillon County. For the first time in the history of Dillon County, an African- American was elected to a county-wide position.
The Continual War Against COVID-19: Friends, Foes, And Fools
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Six or seven months ago (when the coronavirus first showed its ugly and deadly face), that it would still be devastating lives, families, and the economy in the process.
Letting Go Of People Who Have Departed From You
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Many of my columns stem from my personal experiences and upbringing.
Things I Wish I Had Never Done
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Certainly, everyone of us living and breathing (to some extent) belong to the category of people who have some degree of remorse for some past misdeeds that we either perpetrated or to which we were an accomplice.
Why I Enjoy Traveling The Rural Roads Of The County
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I have been called strange and irregular by both my family members and close friends.