Vote for democracy in November
“Those who don’t know history are doomed to repeat it.” – Edmund Burke. Along with Edmund Burke, George Santayana and Winston Churchill have been associated with similar sayings, which may have been...
View ArticleJust be straight when campaigning
“Wisdom is better than weapons of war, but one sinner destroys much good.” Ecclesiastes 9:18 As we are approaching the time of our national elections, this verse came up in my brief moment of reading....
View ArticleResponses to column have increased recently
“The quiet words of the wise are more to be heeded than the shouts of a ruler of fools.” — Ecclesiastes 9:17 Gratitude, civility, recognition, appreciation, respect, loyalty, friendship, humility,...
View ArticleCOVID-19 causes one to think come the holidays
I have an affinity for reviewing subject matter every time I sit down and begin to write. Today was no different. One such column, written for Thanksgiving week seven years ago, is a pleasant reminder...
View ArticleCountry has a lot to deal with after riots
Jan. 6, 2021, is a day which will live in infamy. A day when the Capitol Building was violently assaulted, breached and legislative chambers invaded by a large mob intent on leaving destruction in its...
View ArticleSpring season is a time for love
April is that time of year which inspires the romantic spirit, especially those who are young and looking for love. It can also inspire those who are young at heart and appreciate moments which inspire...
View ArticlePenner: Words matter
Have you ever been pleasantly surprised when an anticipated event seemed to be fraught with conflict or other form of danger, yet your fears were never justified? I was. More than two weeks ago, I...
View ArticleModerates do exist, we have to start recognizing rational thought
“Can we start normalizing rational thought and not picking sides or fits about the “other side”? Where have all the moderates gone?” — Kayla on social media. Long known for a place where people connect...
View ArticleRemembering Bob Dole
“Mr. Penner! It’s so good to see you today, Paul! Thanks for coming! It is always great to visit with a fellow Kansan when away from home. How are you, my friend?” Those words made my visit even more...
View ArticleWriter believes situations reveal who people are
“Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.” John 15:13 NIV Imagine a sermon beginning with this text focusing on its meaning for all of humanity. There truly is no...
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