Call it coincidence, happenstance, prophetic, or whatever term you prefer to ascribe to what I am about to share with you.
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.
Invaluables More Precious Than Gold
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If you have been reading my column for some time, perhaps you have already discovered that I enjoy addressing issues that deal with the practical aspects of life – things that are common to most people.
A Tribute To A True Trailblazer
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On this past Thursday, I received a phone call from a young man who gave some sad news.
The Fear Factor
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“The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.” —- Franklin D. Roosevelt
The preceding statement was made by Franklin D. Roosevelt when he was running against Herbert Hoover, the incumbent Republican president, in 1932.
Doing Your Best: The Key To Success
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I recently received a call from a young man, who was born and raised in our locale, who now lives in Virginia with his wife and children.
Father Time And Mother Nature: Indomitable And Unpredictable
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n light of the recent natural catastrophes that occurred in Texas, Florida, Mexico, and the Caribbean, it set me to thinking about how finite and frail human beings are in spite of our technology, ingenuity, and many discoveries and breakthroughs in science that have been made over the last two hundred years.
Contempt For Litterbugs And Vandals
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After reading the recent account of County Councilman Archie Scott’s presentation about the bathroom at the Riverdale Park being damaged by vandals, I felt compelled to join in the effort and outcry against such gross stupidity and destruction of public property.
You Did Not Get There Without Help
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The idea for the topic of my column today, in all actuality, did not originate without the influence of others.
A Place In Time Called Yesterday
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In a true sense, we are all time travelers who occasionally make trips to the past or the future.
The Last Warning
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Not many days ago, I lost a very special friend and associate. In my opinion, his passing was premature and probably could have been avoided had he heeded the warning signs that were flashing all around him.