Darrell Curtis

Love is in the air! (Don’t look, Ethel!)

We’ve made the drive south to Lake Charles a few times over the past couple of weeks. And ran into an old nemesis… They’re everywhere, leave a nasty mess on your car, and smell like Charlie the Tuna’s gym socks from last month. You guessed it: Love bugs! If you’ve lived in southwest Louisiana longContinueContinue reading “Love is in the air! (Don’t look, Ethel!)”

Your Voice, Ages 18–35: Reflections on a Christian’s Passing

I’m reaching out to young adults (ages 18–35) to hear your thoughts on Charlie Kirk’s passing. I find aspects of his life and his style of engaging young people with faith-driven ideas laudable and worth emulating, but this isn’t about praise or politics—it’s a space for honest, Christ-centered reflection. Even if you’re outside this age range,ContinueContinue reading “Your Voice, Ages 18–35: Reflections on a Christian’s Passing”

Job, the Accuser, and Lessons for Dark Days

I came across a writing prompt recently that immediately drew me in: What is going on in chapter 1, verses 6-12 in the Book of Job? It was simple, almost whimsical, like a question tossed into the air—but it drew me straight in to that sobering scene where heaven’s court gathers and the Accuser shows up.ContinueContinue reading “Job, the Accuser, and Lessons for Dark Days”

Light in Darkness: Remembering 9/11

Author’s Note: I wrote this before the shocking news of the murder of Charlie Kirk, which reminds me how fragile life is; as we remember 9/11, may we lean into the light that shines through even the darkest days. September 11 returns each year, a solemn weight in our collective memory. Nearly a quarter-century later,ContinueContinue reading “Light in Darkness: Remembering 9/11”

Who Was Charlie Kirk, and Why Should You Care?

Charlie Kirk’s death at Utah Valley University has left many grieving and reflecting. For me, his appeal was rooted in his Christian faith, his courage to stand for his values, and his ability to foster respectful dialogue in a divided world. His passing silences a voice that championed connection, integrity, and bold engagement—qualities worth rememberingContinueContinue reading “Who Was Charlie Kirk, and Why Should You Care?”