As Christians, we are set free from our sinful love of self and find true satisfaction in loving Jesus. The Bible tells us who we are right at the beginning, as God's image and children. We are no longer asking the question, who am I? We know these things to be true of us, as we are adopted into God's family and made his children, able to call God Abba, Father. [... more]

North Carolina's 11th congressional district is set to choose a new Republican candidate after Congressman Chuck Edwards dropped out of the race due to a House Ethics Committee report. The district's executive committee will meet Monday to select a replacement nominee. Meanwhile, the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction marked the first anniversary of Superintendent Mo Green's five-year strategic plan, launching a public dashboard and pointing to four record results as evidence of progress. The plan aims to make North Carolina's public education system the best in the nation by 2030. In other news, the North Carolina General Assembly has taken action on two pieces of legislation, House Bill 958 and House Bill 834, dealing with elections across the state. The bills have undergone significant changes, with some provisions being moved from one bill to the other. Dr. Andy Jackson from the John Locke Foundation joins the Carolina Journal News Hour to discuss the latest developments. Additionally, new data from the 2025 North Carolina High School Youth Risk Behavior Survey shows that North Carolina has returned to and exceeded pre-pandemic levels across nearly all reported measures, with encouraging percentage drops in student safety, risk behaviors, and mental health. [... more]

Jesus is the builder of the church and the personal foundation of the church, revealed through divine revelation to Peter, who confesses Jesus as the Christ, the Son of the Living God. The church is built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, with Jesus as the cornerstone, and its foundation is not based on the person of Peter but on the doctrine of the apostles and prophets. [... more]

The story of the Constitution's creation is a testament to the power of human collaboration and perseverance. In 1787, a group of visionaries, including James Madison, Alexander Hamilton, and Benjamin Franklin, came together in Philadelphia to draft a document that would shape the future of the United States. Despite the challenges they faced, including debt, crop failures, and internal conflicts, they worked tirelessly to create a framework for a new nation, one that would balance power, promote education, and protect individual rights. Their legacy continues to inspire us today, reminding us of the importance of learning from the past and striving for a better future. [... more]

The book of Ecclesiastes teaches that wisdom is a shelter that preserves life, while wealth can be fleeting. John Cortinez shares his study, Wisdom Over Wealth, which explores 12 lessons from Ecclesiastes on money and the importance of prioritizing wisdom over wealth. He discusses how to obtain wisdom, the dangers of wealth without wisdom, and the benefits of living a life that honors God. [... more]

The Bible contains a chapter that is often skipped, but it's a raw and honest portrayal of a man at the end of his rope, struggling with depression and loss of intimacy with God. This chapter, Job 3, is a powerful reminder that even the godly can experience deep emotional pain and that it's okay to not be okay. [... more]

The doctrine of justification by faith alone is a central tenet of the Protestant Reformation, contrasting with the Roman Catholic Church's understanding of justification through infused righteousness. The Protestant view emphasizes the imputation of Christ's righteousness, while the Roman Catholic Church sees justification as a process of sanctification. The concept of instrumental cause, as discussed by Aristotle, is also relevant to the debate, with the Protestant reformers arguing that faith is the sole instrumental cause of justification. [... more]

A major political bombshell unfolds in North Carolina as Congressman Chuck Edwards announces he will not seek re-election, leaving a vacancy in the 11th congressional district. The Republican Party will select a replacement nominee, and the candidate will face Democrat Jamie Ager in the election. Meanwhile, the North Carolina General Assembly is considering a hemp ban and election laws, with the governor planning to veto the legislation. [... more]

Tom Galisano, founder of Paychex, shares his unique approach to corporate culture, emphasizing the importance of employee satisfaction, workplace fun, and leadership. He shares stories of pranks and playful interactions within the company, highlighting the impact on employee morale and productivity. [... more]

Three white Jewish boys from New York City became the most fascinating phenomenon in the burgeoning rap music scene in the 1980s. The Beastie Boys, barely out of their teens, released License to Ill, which quickly reached number one on the charts and became the first hip-hop album to achieve that exalted status. With their unique blend of punk, funk, and rap, the Beastie Boys reinvented their sound and became the ultimate tastemakers and cool hunters, selling over 50 million records worldwide and cementing their place as one of the greatest rap groups of all time. [... more]

Tom Morton shares his harrowing story of serving in the US Marines in Afghanistan, where he lost his mentor and a fellow soldier in a tragic accident. He recounts the lessons he learned from his experiences, including the importance of setting bars and embracing the suck, and how he found solace in creative expression through carpentry and motorcycle repair. Tom's story is a powerful exploration of the human spirit and the challenges faced by combat veterans in their transition to civilian life. [... more]

Life planning is about more than just setting financial goals, it's about understanding your purpose and contribution to God's kingdom. A financial planner can help you set a reasonable lifestyle, save for the future, and make room for generosity and giving. [... more]

The Roman Catholic view of justification emphasizes the role of baptism and faith as the initial steps, but requires cooperation with infused grace and works of satisfaction to maintain justification. In contrast, the Protestant view holds that justification is by faith alone, without the need for works or sacraments to maintain salvation. [... more]

The Bible teaches that the world is under the influence of Satan and his demonic forces, leading to spiritual blindness and separation from God. Jesus Christ is the light of the world, and those who follow him will never walk in darkness. The Bible also teaches that there is a great separation that will take place on Judgment Day, where people will be separated into two groups: those who will inherit eternal life and those who will be cast into eternal punishment. The only way to avoid this separation is to come to Jesus and accept his gift of salvation. [... more]

Walter Dimer, an accountant, accidentally invented bubblegum in 1928 while working for Fleer, a struggling baseball card manufacturer. The candy became a huge success, saving the company and making Dimer a beloved figure, despite not receiving royalties or a patent for his creation. [... more]

A budget is a plan for managing what God has entrusted to you, not a burden or source of shame. It's a tool for faithfulness, helping you live with biblical wisdom and generosity, and revealing patterns in your spending. Best practices include starting with giving, knowing your true income, giving every dollar a job, planning for irregular expenses, building margin, and reviewing and adjusting your budget regularly. [... more]

Martin Luther's experience of salvation led him to re-read the Psalms and understand justification by faith on virtually every page of the Bible. This understanding was influenced by Augustine's interpretation of Romans 1, which described the righteousness of God as a righteousness that God provides for people who are not righteous. Luther's discovery of this concept led him to challenge the abuses of the Roman Catholic Church, particularly the sale of indulgences, which he saw as a corrupt practice that led people to believe they could buy salvation. [... more]

A North Carolina congressman is facing calls for censure after being found in violation of the House Code of Conduct. Meanwhile, the state's pension fund has posted a $17 billion gain, but concerns about Social Security's solvency are growing. Additionally, data centers are becoming a contentious issue in North Carolina, with some localities imposing moratoriums on their expansion, citing concerns about energy usage and noise pollution. [... more]

Christian investors are using their influence to confront exploitation and encourage companies to protect the vulnerable, with a focus on combating human trafficking and promoting faith-based investing principles. [... more]

Martin Luther's journey to becoming the spark that ignited the Reformation was marked by intense guilt and a deep desire for redemption. His experiences as a monk and his visit to Rome, where he was disillusioned by the corruption of the Roman priesthood, ultimately led him to question the Catholic Church's teachings and to write the 95 theses that would change the course of history. [... more]