by Debby Efurd | Sep 13, 2018 | The Second Mile
Some fifty years ago, 85% of American children attended church on a regular basis. Today, only 4% attend regularly. When the pastor made that statement, I remembered my own upbringing in church, particularly my “Jesus Movement” days. During the early ‘70’s, I was...
by Debby Efurd | Jul 23, 2018 | The Second Mile
I’ve been on this earth longer than dirt (well, it seems that way), but I’ve come to realize I have a lot more to learn, so I plan on being around awhile. One of my biggest lessons over the last several years regarded my faith. As a young Christian, I thought...
by Debby Efurd | Jul 16, 2018 | The Second Mile
I love to sing (I think I’ve told you that before). I was raised singing in the church choir since I was a wee cherub at the age of three. I was the chubby cheeked brunette on the front row who wanted to make every performance a Broadway production instead of a...
by Debby Efurd | Feb 22, 2018 | The Second Mile
I awoke yesterday morning to learn of the passing of Rev. Billy Graham, age 99. Over the past several years, as he grew older and frailer, it was evident that his time on earth was drawing near to death’s doorstep. I grew up listening to his sermons and attending...