John 15:13 says, “Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.” To say I am proud of my country would be an understatement. As we reflect on our nation’s 250th anniversary this year, my mind goes to this scripture and the meaning behind some of the words. Look at the word “lay.” In the original Greek, this word means “to put down.” The … [Read more...] about The Greatest Love
Eddie Lowe
80’s Summer Nights
As you follow Highway 268, you come to the town of Elkin. Many of the same buildings still stand. The main one that comes to mind is the blanket factory. This massive building’s parking lot borders one of the most memorable strips of asphalt everyone in the 80s called “the strip.” Even today, as I pass through that area, my mind drifts back to summertime in the late 80s. … [Read more...] about 80’s Summer Nights
Factory Reset
As the band began their set and people found their seats, the voices around me grew louder as more gathered, talking with friends and strangers alike. With strangers who had become friends, our conversations stretched beyond the present and into shared life experiences. What I am describing is my current setting on spring break aboard a cruise ship. My wife and I choose a … [Read more...] about Factory Reset
Plow in Hope
As I placed my foot against the aging tiller, an excitement I had never felt ran over me. I had never “made a garden,” but this day all of that was going to change. I began to pull on the rope and the motor sputtered. I knew that my progress rested solely on the cranking of the “blasted tiller.” With limited knowledge, I moved the choke lever to one side and then to the other, … [Read more...] about Plow in Hope
Consider the Lilies
As we get older, I’ve noticed that the smallest things often bring the greatest sense of peace. Take, for instance, the flowering bushes that bloom earliest each year. The redbud tree is a perfect example. This modest tree can be spotted along the highways of Surry County, its beautiful red blooms appearing in early spring. The redbud seems to be one of the first to arrive. … [Read more...] about Consider the Lilies
