Opinion

Body A USTIN— Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D. sent the Department of Energy a letter regarding the recent decision to pause new approvals of liquid natural gas (LNG) exports.

Body My oldest son called, and he asked, “Dad are you and mom ok?” I said, “yes,” They had been watching the local weather on television and they were forecasting big storms for our area. They were predicting high winds, rain, hail, and possible tornadoes.

Body We can sometimes fail to distinguish between apathy toward God and apathy toward things associated with God. For example, a person may feel unmotivated to participate in worship or Bible study, and may incorrectly conclude that she no longer has a heart for God.

Body GUEST COLUMNIST The city of Toronto is in the news for outlawing sled and toboggan riding on 45 of its hillsides. According to the Toronto Star, the ban has sparked a robust debate about how far government should go to protect people from themselves while they’re having fun.

Body Astandoff at an Eagle Pass park continues as the Department of Homeland Security has sent a second letter to Gov. Greg Abbott demanding access to the Rio Grande park that is now under state control.

Body To the Editor, A deadly sin. I’ve noticed Texas State Flag Posters displayed with “Proud Democrat” printed on them.

Body Julius and Ethel Rosenburg were executed in 1953 for spying – for violating our national security. I believe Biden’s open border policy is much worse.

Body Every year about this time my wife and I close out our books for the year. There are usually papers scattered all over and we are busy helping each other to get everything added up. I always hold my breath to see if we have given enough to the Lord.

Body To wrestle with faith in God assumes a desire for God exists but remains, at least in some measure, unfulfilled. But what are we to do when we feel no desire—when we no longer wrestle because the fire in our soul for God has been extinguished?

Body GARDENER’S MAILBAG Dear Neil: After reading your helpful advice for a long while I now fear I need some personally. I had a relatively minor limb cut from my pecan tree less than one year ago.