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Rienzi Subdivision Flooding Meeting (October 7, 2024)
https://youtu.be/JkcpLDmZM_Q Thank you to everyone who attended the meeting, including our public officials. I apologize to those who could not get in nor have a seat. I did not expect 120-150 people to show up! I will be better prepared when we meet with the mayor...
Don’t Be Overwhelmed: Renew Your Mind with Faith, Not Fear
In a conversation with a fellow citizen in our small town of Thibodaux, I brought up a recent hostage situation, expressing my concern. The response I received, though not surprising, reflected the times we live in. "I don’t want to hear another thing," they...
Standing for Righteousness in a World of Compromise
As Christians, we are witnessing an unprecedented attack on our values, faith, and way of life. The world around us seems to be embracing principles that stand in direct opposition to the teachings of the Bible. We are told to go along to get along, to accept...
Are we afraid to speak up?
Fear. It's not something that just grips the big cities or the bustling suburbs anymore. No, fear has found its way into small-town America, places that were once the bedrock of community values, honesty, and trust. But lately, it feels like we’re afraid—afraid of our...
Asking for Divine Intervention: A Call to Action
In times of uncertainty and daily challenges, many of us have found ourselves humbled, realizing the need for something greater than our own efforts. Our founders built this nation on the principles of religious liberty and justice for all, and it is up to us to...
The Call to Speak: A Christian’s Duty to Proclaim Truth
In times of moral crisis, silence is often the greatest enemy. The story of Dietrich Bonhoeffer and the German church during Hitler's rise serves as a stark reminder of the consequences when God's people fail to speak out. As Christians, we are called to stand for...
Transparency in Democracy: A Demand, Not a Request
In an age where information is at our fingertips, there is a noticeable gap in our democratic system: transparency regarding elected officials' actions. It is a simple principle - the public elects representatives, and in return, they expect transparency and...
A Parable: “The Kingdom of Blinded Subjects”
In the land of See all, subjects believed they were the rulers. They would gather every few years to select guardians who would act in their best interest. These guardians promised to always act transparently, ensuring that the subjects remained the true rulers. ...
Shrouded Justice: The Urgent Need for Transparency in Our Criminal Justice System
In a democratic society, transparency is the linchpin of trust. It ensures that power is not misused, that the public is informed, and that the government and its officials are held accountable. Yet, when we turn our eyes to the criminal justice system, what we often...