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Following are links to some of John’s opinion pieces that have been published. Those written between 1992 and 1999 appeared in Dallas/Fort Worth Heritage, the monthly Christian-oriented newspaper John edited and published. Later articles appeared in the Fort Worth Star-Telegram and on the Lew Rockwell website (www.lewrockwell.com). In the future, John’s website will feature other columns he wrote for the Dallas Morning News.
- Abraham Lincoln, Stepfather of Our Country (December, 2012)
If George Washington fathered our country, Abraham Lincoln has assumed the role of its stepfather. Scores of history books and motion pictures notwithstanding, what were his true views—and actions—regarding race, slavery, the Constitution, and the rule of law? The real story is important reading.
- So Much to Give: the Legacy of Garman Kimmell (September, 2011)
The inspiring story of one of the great American inventors of the 20th century, Kim-Ray oil and gas production equipment founder Garman Kimmell.
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Daisy's Diary (November, 2010)
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John's haunting stage play of a Texas preacher and his family, for whom America's war in Iraq becomes personal.
- Christianity and Avatar (February, 2010)
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John examines the themes--spiritual and otherwise--of the blockbuster film, and Christian responses to them.
- America and the Christian Theory of Just War (February, 2007)
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Americans have always been taught that our nation fights reluctantly, fairly, and only to defend ourselves. Is that true? John examines history, the Bible, and the teachings of great Christian thinkers to find out.
- The Apple of His Eye (July, 2006)
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John's moving account of the war in Iraq, and what American liberation meant to one Iraqi family.
- Stand Watie and the Confederate Indians (February, 2006)
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The last general of the war to surrender, and other forgotten American Indians who fought for the Confederacy.
- Misconceptions about Lincoln (January, 2006)
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The real story of Abraham Lincoln and his views on race, slavery, and emancipation.
- The War Between the States: America's Uncivil War (November, 2005)
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America's epic tragedy, the new book that tells the story of it, and why that book was written.
- What Will It Take? (May, 2004)
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John raises questions for his fellow Christians regarding their support of America’s actions in Iraq.
- The United States and World War I (January, 2004)
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Exploring President Woodrow Wilson’s actions in leading America into World War I, the results, and the future consequences — for him and the nation.
- But They Know More Than We Do (August, 2003)
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Professing Christian Presidents like Woodrow Wilson and George W. Bush led America into destructive and controversial wars. Should Christians trust that such men know best?
- How Can Iraq be a Just War? (April, 2003)
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John’s Fort Worth Star-Telegram newspaper column examined whether America’s attack and invasion of Iraq abided by historic Christian teachings of just war.
- Collateral Damage (June, 1999)
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Pondering the conflict in Serbia/Kosovo, and what aerial bombardments do to those on the ground—and to those who bomb them.
- Jesus Wept (May, 1999)
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Dresden--one of the most horrific, and least remembered, atrocities of World War II.
- The Flying Scot (July, 1998)
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Remembering Eric Liddell, the devout Scottish Olympic champion and World War II missionary martyr.
- A Mother's Love (May, 1998)
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A poignant tribute by John to his mother.
- Out of These Ashes (April, 1998)
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The cost paid by the Reformers who saved, with their blood, the gospel in 16th-Century England, and whose legacy helped build America.
- Titanic (March, 1998)
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The biggest box office hit in motion picture history, and how the filmmakers missed the true, Christ-honoring story.
- Gone Too Soon (March, 1995)
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The legacy of a teenager who left home to go to World War II.
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