North Carolina Should Not Follow the Marijuana Legalization Trend
Governor Josh Stein has made it clear he wants to legalize marijuana in North Carolina, not just for medical use, but for recreational use as well. He’s created a 24-member “North Carolina Advisory Council on Cannabis” to pave the way, claiming it’s about
Historic Override of Eight Vetoes: What Were They About?
July 28, 2025, will go down as a historic and electrifying day in North Carolina’s legislative history. In a rare and record-setting session, the General Assembly overrode eight of Governor Josh Stein’s vetoes, more than ever in a single day. The energy…
Recovering a Forgotten Key to National Renewal
By Rev. Mark CreechRevmarkcreech.org One of the most foundational, but increasingly forgotten principles in Scripture is God’s command to honor the Sabbath: “Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy…” (Exodus 20:8). While Christians recognize that Christ fulfilled...
Prayers Answered: HB 193 Crosses the Finish Line in Victory
Today, I am overjoyed to share nothing short of historic news. After twelve long years of persistent effort, unwavering prayer, and faithful advocacy, House Bill 193 – Firearm Law Revisions will now become law. Its effective date is …
Toward a World That Is Not Yet, But Ought to Be
In the prayer Jesus taught his disciples, we find one of the most profound and hopeful petitions ever offered: “Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven.” (Matthew 6:10) At the heart of this prayer is…
Grace for the Days I Don’t Want to Pray
For as long as I’ve been a Christian, and even as a minister of the Gospel, I have struggled with maintaining a consistent daily Quiet Time with God. I’m speaking of that set-apart time for reading the Bible, praying, and communing with the Lord. Although it has provided the richest blessings of my spiritual life, I still often resist it. Not always because I’m too busy, sometimes it’s because, quite frankly, I don’t want to. It’s something that has troubled me through the years.
God and Country, but In the Right Order
At its 52nd General Assembly, the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA) voted overwhelmingly to commission a study on Christian Nationalism. The decision reflects a growing conversation throughout the Church about how Christians should engage in public life or completely stay out of that arena.
Return America’s Session Recap
North Carolina’s General Assembly has officially adjourned for the summer without passing a full state budget. Lawmakers remain divided on significant issues, including pay raises for teachers and state workers, tax relief, and key policy initiatives. Although the House and Senate approved separate budget proposals, they could not…
The Good, the Bad, and the Urgent: What the Legislature Just Did Concerning Christian Values
This report looks primarily at House Bill 193 – Firearm Law Revisions, a landmark piece of legislation passed during the final week of North Carolina’s Long Legislative Session – one of profound interest to Return America supporters. The bill would allow …
When Shrimpers Lead the Way: A Lesson for Faithful Christians to Engage the Culture
Last week, hundreds of shrimpers from North Carolina’s coast flooded the halls of the North Carolina General Assembly, sounding the alarm against a bill that threatened to sink their livelihood. Initially, the legislation was designed to enhance fishing access for flounder and red snapper. But …