Since this is officially Black History Month (that was started by historian and scholar Carter G. Woodson back in 1926), I am going to start this month off by focusing my attention and emphasis on a subject that is, in my estimation, one of the most essential elements of the African-American culture and experience in the history of this nation.
Tag: Michael Goings
Problems and Perplexities That Seem Unsolvable
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With the beginning of a new year, as well as a new decade, in many aspects of life (that range from the personal to the collective) there are things that are very problematic and even foreboding that are looming over us like dark clouds before a torrential downpour.
Common New Year’s Resolutions That People Make
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Now that we have officially entered the year of 2020, I want to consider and comment on a few of the common resolutions that many people have made concerning the new year.
Putting The Thanks Back In Thanksgiving
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Perhaps I am wrong in my recollection of American History in saying that Thanksgiving (although it was made an official holiday by a Presidential decree in 1863 by then President Abraham Lincoln) was commemorated and celebrated by the Pilgrims in October of 1621.
A Journey From Darkness To Light
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I am going to share with you a synoptic saga of the most important and influential man that the Almighty (in His providence) set in my life – second only to Jesus Christ.
Part II: My Most Memorable and Momentous Moments
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In my column recently, I shared with you a few of my most unforgettable moments and memories. I felt it necessary to reprint some that I have shared before for those who did not get a chance to read them.
Celebrating The Celebrant
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It is both an honor and a challenge to write something about someone who has spent so much of his time and talent in a sacrificial and selfless endeavor to cite, commend, and honor others.
Why Pastor Appreciation Month Is A Good Idea
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Since October has been designated as the official Pastor’s Appreciation Month, I deem it relevant and timely to address the issue of pastors in my column today.
Part I: My Most Momentous and Memorable Moments
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I want to share something today that will require next week’s edition of my column to complete.
The Right To Bear Arms
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For quite some time now, I have wrestled with the idea of doing a piece on the 2nd Amendment.