By Doug Fincher

August 1, 1933 - September 14, 2024
Doug Fincher was a contributor to Shelby County Today
from August 2011 through August 2024.
His writings often reflected memories of life in East Texas
with family, friends, and God.

To read his obituary, click here.

“A Person of Faith” by Doug Fincher

“If anyone is ashamed of me, I will be ashamed of Him when I come into my kingdom”… Luke 9:26

May 20, 2024 - Every day the name of Jesus becomes a “rock of offense” to more and more Americans. In an effort to offend no one, timid church members (especially politicians) are using a new term to escape the scorn of the “politically correct.” Instead of “I’m a Christian,” it’s now, “I’m a person of faith.” This brings no criticism from those who don’t like the name of Jesus.

“A Memory of Mother” By Doug Fincher

May 13, 2024 - “After that he poureth water into a basin, and began to wash the disciples' feet, and to wipe them with the towel wherewith he was girded.” John 13:5   (Please read verses following verse 5)

Moving back to East Texas in 1990 fulfilled a fifty year dream that meant….along with other things…that we’d live near Mother again.  Our living only 18 miles from her in San Augustine, Texas made it easy to make frequent visits with her in Center. We talked every day on the phone and when she called us, she’d always ask, “Are your beans burning?”

“My Most Prized Possession” by Doug Fincher

“The gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord...” Romans 6:23

March 18, 2024 - When I was twelve years old, I bought my first watch at the L.C. Smith Hardware Store in my hometown of Center, Texas. It cost me $2.95, my pay for picking cotton the previous day. It was a Westclox Scotty, had a stainless steel case, a small inset second hand and was exactly like my Father’s. I couldn't wait to take it to school and show it to everyone. It was my most valuable possession. It mysteriously disappeared one day and I never found it.

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