Damascus Road Question And The Turn To Paul
A sermon recounts Saul’s conversion on the road to Damascus. It frames the moment Jesus asks, Why are you persecuting me, and Sauls two questions Who are you Lord and What shall I do Lord as the path to change. The piece urges personal reflection on God’s lordship and life purpose.
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Saul
Jesus
Paul
Damascus
Damascus Road
God
Lord
Jesus of Nazareth
John
Wake up society and smell the roses debate on morals
A reader laments America’s decline in morals blaming drugs and crime in Shafter and condemning TV networks for lowering standards to boost ratings. The letter argues immorality leads to spirals of ruin, crime, and addiction, and critiques Hollywood influence on politics, fashion, music, and consumer choices amid high gasoline prices and SUVs.
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America
Shafter
Hollywood
Summer weight battle unresolved in Shafter column
Dana Schilly writes of repeating failed weight loss trials each summer. She vows improvement then ends with the same weight and flabby muscle tone, frustrated by self discipline and lifestyle choices while acknowledging no one else notices or cares. She considers changing habits by stopping fashion magazines.
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San Francisco
Leave a trail of faith in troubled times
A letter from Margaret Baker urges focus on home life to aid Shafter youth. She links parental neglect, long hours, and constant fighting to child instability, escalating drug and alcohol problems. She warns against quick fixes and calls for stability, family support, and personal responsibility framed by faith.
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Shafter
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Valley Bible Church
Dana Schilly
Shafter Press
Margaret Baker
Hell
Ako
A Reed Print Inc
Nee
Cellini
East Lerdo Highway
California
Reed Print, Inc
Aldrin Ct
Bakersfield
P.O. Box
Frank W. Reed
Donald L. Reed
Diane Givens
East
Lerdo Highway
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