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Comment on Video: Christian youths in Madagascar sing, rap and plead for their friend’s life by Ryan Jones

Ryan Jones — Sun, 19 May 2013 13:42:08 +0000

Thanks so much for bringing attention to Andry’s story. He’s a wonderful young man in urgent need of support. Feel free to contact me to learn more.

Ryan Jones

Comment on John Tyson named ninth president of Rochester College in Michigan by Joe Pirtle

Joe Pirtle — Sat, 18 May 2013 21:39:36 +0000

Congratulations, John. What a great choice. HE WILL DO S SUPER JOB.

Comment on Billie Sol Estes, ‘notorious’ Texas financier and church member, dies at 88 by Hope Rice

Hope Rice — Sat, 18 May 2013 18:48:52 +0000

I know a lot of people who will not agree with me, but I have never understood why some people think they can purge the negative things out of our memories and feel it is wrong to ever talk about them.
I remember well when B.S.E. was in the news, and I remember well that I learned the real meaning of a hypocrite. I hope that eventually he got his act together and became a person with Christian ethics and integrity, but if he or his family are not able to be reminded of that time in his life I would love to know they erased it from their memories. I think what drives those who do not want it to be recalled are those who simply do not want others to say negative things about them or their family. I identify this with the “pride” that we are taught is wrong. Evading the truth is the first cousin to lying, especially when those who are so private with their own family, never hesitate to talk about the shortcomings of others. Once something becomes a fact, if one other person is involved, it is impossible to keep it a secret. An apology to the person or persons who harmed is in order and if you only harmed yourself, you can talk to your Creator about that and ask his forgiveness. But, don’t think that you are containing your negative humanity and think that something is true only if other people find out about it. If Billy Sol Estes’ obituary is in any other publication, I am sure they mentioned his “fall from grace”.

Comment on John Tyson named ninth president of Rochester College in Michigan by Odell Strickland

Odell Strickland — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:50:42 +0000

I had the pleasure of knowing John’s dad when I worshiped at the Brown Trail congregation in Hurst, Texas, and John was a teenager. I had nothing but the highest respect for the family and feel that no better choice could be made.

Comment on Billie Sol Estes, ‘notorious’ Texas financier and church member, dies at 88 by Warren Baldwin

Warren Baldwin — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:24:56 +0000

My folks were baptized in the 1960s as part of the Exodus Movement in NY. Shortly after I heard my dad voice surprise that he was now part of the same church as Billy Sol Estes.

This is a sad story. But, the CC is also a newspaper, and part of the job is to report news. That’s how I took this article. We must be honest about ourselves. If we can be, I think other people will actually find that attractive.

Comment on John Tyson named ninth president of Rochester College in Michigan by Chris

Chris — Fri, 17 May 2013 17:55:12 +0000

In a related story, former Cowboys head coach Jimmy Johnson has found his long lost twin brother!

Comment on John Tyson named ninth president of Rochester College in Michigan by Bob Hunter

Bob Hunter — Fri, 17 May 2013 15:15:32 +0000

What great news this morning from the Christian Chronicle that Dr. John Tyson has been named President of Rochester College! He will be a well-informed, well-experienced and well-loved man by the faculty, staff, students and the many friends of this outstanding institution. Most of all, Valinda will be one of the most well-loved First Ladies in the land ! Congratulations to Rochester College !

Comment on Mother’s Day without Mom: Despite grief, reporter finds ’10,000 Reasons’ to praise by Holly Brock

Holly Brock — Fri, 17 May 2013 14:42:51 +0000

Beautiful. Thank you for sharing, Erik. I’m so sorry to hear of your family’s loss. Thanks be to God through our Lord and Savior, your mother has gained eternal life. May the Lord bless your sweet family in the coming months.

Comment on Francis Chan ‘unloaded his heart’ at Tulsa Workshop by Matt

Matt — Fri, 17 May 2013 10:10:27 +0000

Mr Lucas,

Francis Chan gives away 90% of his income. He gives away 100% of the proceeds from his book sales to a charitable fund. Francis Chan left the church he founded after nearly twenty years because he was afraid he was receiving more attention than way healthy in a church. As he put it, “I was hearing the name ‘Francis Chan’ more than I was hearing ‘Holy Spirit.’ ” So, he left. Now, the focus of his ministry is on the city of San Francisco, one of the darkest cities in America.

Please do yourself a favor and listen to some of his videos on YouTube or read his books. They have personally inspired me greatly and helped to transform my heart.

Comment on Mother’s Day without Mom: Despite grief, reporter finds ’10,000 Reasons’ to praise by Felicia Cottingham-Foster

Felicia Cottingham-Foster — Fri, 17 May 2013 03:19:08 +0000

I was so moved by this article. Thank you for sharing. I lost my mom in October to pancreatic cancer as well. Your story was similar to ours, as we found out only a few months earlier about her diagnosis. This past Mother’s Day was difficult, but with the help of the Lord we made it through. God always opens a window of support to those who are in need to remind us He is still here. He is our Comforter. Losing Mom was a great loss not only for our family, but also our church family. Dad is still serving as minister as well as my brother and husband who are also ministers of the Gospel. Through all the pain and heartache, the support from God and our fellow servants in Christ proves that we truly have 10,000 reasons to praise!