JonChristopher Collins – SEPTEMBER 10, 2026 In Florida’s Pasco County, the Pasco Sheriff’s Office said it handles criminal matters while non-criminal homeless operations are handled by the Pasco Board of County Commissioners. Pasco County Administrator for Homeless Programs James Walters leads those operations. The information in this Q&A was provided by the Pasco Sheriff’s Office.Continue reading “What can the Pasco Sheriff’s Office Actually do About Loitering and Trespassing?”
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LESSONS FROM FICTION: SHERLOCK HOLMES
The world could learn a lot from Sherlock Holmes. JonChristopher Collins – AUGUST 9, 2026 Solving mysteries fascinates many, but Sherlock Holmes’ greatest skill isn’t solving cases. It’s his ability to observe rather than simply see and to critique and challenge his own conclusions. Don’t judge a book by its cover is a lesson justContinue reading “LESSONS FROM FICTION: SHERLOCK HOLMES”
AREA LEADERS REFLECT ON CHARLIE KIRK’S ASSASSINATION AND LEGACY
Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 10:38 AM By JonChristopher Collins Area leaders reflect on the Sept. 10 assassination of Christian conservative activist Charlie Kirk, calling for healing and boldness; his memorial service will be held Sept. 21. Missouri State Representative Brian Seitz told Ozarks DynaCom’s News Department that the assassination has no place in theContinue reading “AREA LEADERS REFLECT ON CHARLIE KIRK’S ASSASSINATION AND LEGACY”
We’re Drowning in Entertainment, and it Must Stop
We’re drowning in entertainment, and it must stop. Entertainment is fine, good even. It can amuse, refresh and inspire us. On the other hand, entertainment in excess kills true amusement, true refreshment and true inspiration. Humor no longer packs a punch if one views life as a game or always funny. The mental vacation thatContinue reading “We’re Drowning in Entertainment, and it Must Stop”
What is Theology?
Years ago, one of my pastors said that we are all theologians and that some of us are just better theologians than others. I agree with that. I believe that in order to be a good apologist, one must first be a good theologian. While I’m passionate about teaching believers to defend the faith, IContinue reading “What is Theology?”
Forget TikTok. Where’s the Real Talk?
Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 4:18 PM By JonChristopher Collins As humanity propels forward technologically, it sinks into disconnection. The modern world boasts of connection but fails to see the disconnection. That observation isn’t new. Many times, before this piece was written, people have noted that the very technology that claims to connect us andContinue reading “Forget TikTok. Where’s the Real Talk?”
NEHEMIAH: A PASTORAL AND EXEGETICAL COMMENTARY
A Book Review Presented to Dr. T.J. Betts The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary __________________ In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for 20200AWW __________________ by JonChristopher Alan Collins August 15, 2024 Betts, T.J. Nehemiah: A Pastoral and Exegetical Commentary. Bellingham, WA: Lexham Press, 2020. In Nehemiah: A Pastoral and Exegetical Commentary, T.J. Betts asserts the usefulness of theContinue reading “NEHEMIAH: A PASTORAL AND EXEGETICAL COMMENTARY”
HIS MAJESTY JESUS CHRIST: A DEFENSE AGAINST ARIANISM
__________________ A Research Paper Presented to Dr. Timothy Paul Jones The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary __________________ In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for 28700WW – CHRISTIAN APOLOGETICS __________________ by JonChristopher Alan Collins jcollins580.students.sbts.edu July 17, 2023 *I affirm the honor code. INTRODUCTION The deity of Jesus Christ is an essential doctrine of the faith. Christ’sContinue reading “HIS MAJESTY JESUS CHRIST: A DEFENSE AGAINST ARIANISM “
GOD’S FOREKNOWLEDGE: DEFENDING THE REFORMED POSITION
__________________ A Position Paper Presented to Dr. Kyle Claunch The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary __________________ In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for 27060 WW __________________ by JonChristopher Alan Collins May 29, 2022 Part 1: Introduction to the Issue (1-2pp) This paper will be engaging the doctrine of God’s foreknowledge. The main positions within the topic ofContinue reading “GOD’S FOREKNOWLEDGE: DEFENDING THE REFORMED POSITION”
Childhood Obesity Grew in Pandemic but Can be Countered
Sunday, October 6, 2024 at 12:00 AM By JonChristopher Collins Childhood obesity has shot up, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, and two health professionals are taking aim at several culprits. Today both experts are also urging Missourians to take proactive steps to combat the problem and prevent future dire health consequences. Pediatric hospitalist Jennifer SerwanContinue reading “Childhood Obesity Grew in Pandemic but Can be Countered”