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God’s words unlock the treasures of eternity

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You own nothing. You think you own the money in your bank account. After all, you’ve earned it. It puts food on your table and a roof over your head and clothes on your back. You’re using your money to make a better life for your family, right? But God replies, “You may say to yourself, “My power and the strength of my hands have produced this wealth for me.” But remember the LORD your God, for it is he who gives you the ability to produce wealth, and so confirms his covenant, which he swore to your forefathers, as it is today” (Deuteronomy 8:17-18, NIV). It’s not your ...

The Ohio Company, a developer with heart

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Marietta, Ohio was the first settlement (1788) in the first United States territorial expansion (Northwest Territory 1787) beyond the original thirteen states. You may not know that this complex and risky venture was organized by private enterprise. The Ohio Company of Associates (“Ohio ...

Repetition is key with scripture

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By Mark Wilmoth Educators call it “spaced repetition.” Educators have long recognized that repetition is key in mastering new material; few people have a memory that allows them to fully understand and effectively use new information after only one exposure. But research indicates that the timing of that repetition is significant to the learning experience. Rereading one’s notes a third or fourth time in the last minutes before a test doesn’t improve test scores. But reviewing the same material several times over several days leads to better test outcomes. Jesus knew ...

Two bad bills in the Ohio Legislature

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MOV Climate Corner Rebecca Phillips The Ohio legislature is up to its usual short-sightedness again, and both legislative houses are in on the act. Senate Bill 294, now in committee, is poised to prevent nearly all future wind and solar development in the state. At first glance, the bill seems reasonable enough. It would require the Ohio Power Siting Board to mandate “affordable, reliable, and clean” energy sources in all new electricity generation projects. What’s not to like? As it turns out, plenty. SB 294, sponsored by George Lang of West Chester and Mark Romanchuk of ...

Emancipation Memorial: Tribute of a Grateful Race

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Early Marietta David B. Baker One person can make a difference. The Marietta Register April 20, 1865, 6 days after Abraham Lincoln was assassinated: “Charlotte Scott, a colored woman living at Dr. Rucker’s on Putnam Street, Marietta, wishes to show...her profound regard and high ...