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Contents NOVEMBER 2018
GoodNews from the Pastor’s Desk God Bless You
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by Mitchell Baker
GoodNews for Kids No Day Off
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by Robbie Winters
GoodNews on Money Matters Leading by Example—The Children are Watching
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by Andrew Lee
GoodNews for Men In His Time
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by Teresa Hurst
by Shannon Alvey
GoodNews for Everyone Five Items of Encouragement
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by Synthia Kissinger
GoodNews for Women’s Health Disney Rash
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by Dr. James White
GoodNews for Everyone Studying the Bible Effectively (Part 1 of 2)
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GoodNews for your Taste Buds Italian Lentil Stew
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by Tiffany Pendergrass
GoodNews for Parents Stretch, Bend, Breathe
GoodNews Book Review Chan’s Now Church
by Connie Duckett
by Daniel Murch
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GoodNews for Life Joyful Motherhood
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by Tara Julian
GoodNews for Health & Fitness 5 Healthy Habits
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by Sheriee Moneak
GoodNews for Teens Waiting on God
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by Hannah Morris
GoodNews Cover Story Manderley Christian Camp and Conference Center
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GoodNews for Everyone Learning to Fight
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GoodNews for Singles Table for... One?
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by Mason Moyer
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GoodNews for Everyone Education: The Key to Indivduality
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by Nat Akiona
GoodNews for Everyone Is Forgiveness Obtainable? (Part 3)
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by Carl Corser
GoodNews for Everyone Pain to Purpose
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by Heather McLaughlin
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by Jeff Pitts
GoodNews for Couples The Power of a Loving Touch
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by Kelly McDonald, Jr.
by Hernando Ramirez
GoodNews for Women Women Last
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GoodNews for Seniors Life Enrichment Activities
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by Mitchell Baker
es, I mean you. God bless you. Three simple words. Words we have all heard. If someone sneezes in Wal-Mart undoubtedly you will hear someone, if not several, say, “God bless you.” When someone tells a heart touching story we may respond with, “God bless you.” It is so easy for the phrase to roll off the tongue. It is so common that it can be over used, trite, and something to say because it sounds good. Sadly, the modest phrase is easily used as sarcasm.
commandment to bless: and he hath blessed; and I cannot reverse it” (vs. 19-20).
When someone says, “God bless you,” do the words cause you to reflect on your life or situation you may be facing and say thank you? What is your desire when you tell someone, “God bless you?” Hopefully the words are spoken from the heart to encourage.
Our asking God to bless someone is asking God to watch over them, be merciful where mercy is needed, for grace to be extended, and needs to be met. Paul encourages the people of Colossae to, “let your speech always be gracious,” (4:6a) and to “encourage one another and build one another
Back in the early seventies many scriptures were being put into song or choruses. Not elaborate orchestrations but more like Peter, Paul, and Mary. They were easy to sing and of course a simple way to memorize scripture. One of those songs came from Numbers 23 where Balak wanted Balaam to curse Israel. “God is not a man, that he should lie; neither the son of man, that he should repent: hath he said, and shall he not do it? Or hath he spoken, and shall he not make it good? Behold, I have received
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Though God gave me direction regarding blessing, we all have the privilege of asking God to bless others.
up” (1Thes 5:11a). Jesus challenges us to go a few steps further and, “bless those who curse you” (Lk 6:28). “Please, God… anything but that.” In reality, it can bring healing and release us from that which consumes us for hours or even days. Give it a try. Deliberately pray blessings for that person and their family every day for two weeks then evaluate how you feel. There really is joy in blessing others. Now go out and give someone a heartfelt blessing. May the blessings of God almighty, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, be with you both now and forever more.
About The Author
“God bless you” is important to me. Allow me to share a part of my story to encourage you and hopefully you will also pass on the good news.
While meditating on the song and the words I felt God spoke to me that I had been given a commandment to bless in His name. Saying, “God bless you” took on a whole new meaning: a mandate, and an expectation that God would bless.
Mitchell Baker is the rector of Emmanuel Fellowship which was planted in 2005. He and his wife, Luwana have been married for over 49 years. They have two adult children.
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No Day Off by Robbie Winters
I
n September of 2018, a super typhoon named
family as we watched the TV and waited to hear from
Mangkhut bore down on the small Asian nation of
Jeni, my sister.
the Philippines. In addition, this tremendous storm
The next Sunday morning, while I was standing
assaulted several other places and left over 100 people
next to my dad in the church choir, he leaned over and
dead or missing. When something like this occurred in
made this simple statement, “While we were sleeping last
the past, I would say a quick prayer for those affected
night, God’s eyes never left your sister.” The simplicity of
and go on my way. I’m not proud of this fact; but if I’m
this statement was lost on me in the moment; but as the
being honest, this is how it would usually happen.
day progressed, the reality of that statement made my
This all changed for me and my family in July of
eyes fill up with tears. YES! God never sleeps. He never
this year when my sister and her family made the bold
misses a moment of our lives. God had his loving eyes
decision to go to the city of Shenzhen, China to teach. To
on my sister and her family throughout the night. The same God that we were singing to in Cleveland had kept my sister and her family safe while the worst typhoon of the year did its damage. What comfort that brought to me. When my wife and I pray with our children as they lay their heads down at night, we remind them of this fact. The loving God of the universe never takes a day off. The Bible tells us in Deuteronomy 31:6 to “not be afraid… for the Lord your God goes with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you.” During the good times, the bad times, and the times when we are frightened, God is with us.
be honest, I’d never heard of the city of Shenzhen until
When fear comes into your life, remember that you
they moved. Shenzhen happens to be a little over 10
are never alone. The God of the universe loves you more
miles from Hong Kong, one of the locations that got hit
than you’ll ever know. The same God that loves us here
the hardest by Mangkhut.
in good ole’ Cleveland is the same God that loves His
We were contacted by my sister a few days before the expected hit. She let us know that she would probably be without power for a few days, they had
people across the world. During this Thanksgiving season, this is certainly something to be thankful for!
plenty of food and water, and they were just going days were full of concern and flat-out fear for my
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About The Author
to pray and try to ride out the storm. Those next few Robbie Winters has been married to his college sweetheart, Amber, for 16 years and is the daddy to the best girl on earthLilly Kate and his two favorite boys-Luke and Holt. Robbie serves as the principal of Michigan Avenue Elementary School and is a member of the Westmore Church of God.
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I
n 1997, Robert Kiyosaki published the best-selling
debt. These are admirable goals, and should be pursued
book Rich Dad, Poor Dad. In the book, he explains the
certainly. But there is a missing component which is the key
difference between his “two Dads.” His real father was
to building wealth, namely investing in order to make your
an Ivy-League educated professor who held a high-ranking
money “grow more money” at an ever increasing rate. For
government job in education in Hawaii for many years.
many people, a good start is to contribute to their 401(k) or
This Dad held a bachelor’s degree, a master’s degree, and
other retirement savings plan, especially if their employer
a Ph.D. He taught his son that the key to success in life was
offers to “match” the amount they save for retirement.
to earn a college degree and obtain a well-paying job that
Opening a Roth IRA is another good move for investing
offered retirement benefits and security for life. Many people
to grow real wealth over time, as well as starting a small
would agree. But the kicker is that this man—the author’s
business or investing in real estate. Failing to invest money
real father—was the “poor Dad” of the book’s title. The
regularly makes it extremely difficult, if not impossible, to
“rich Dad” was the father of the author’s best friend. This
build wealth over time. Most of us can only get so many
Dad was a high school dropout who had created several
promotions and raises in our working lifetime, so counting
businesses including rental properties and retail stores, and
on “making more money” at our job has a limited realistic
during his lifetime he grew his net worth by tens of millions
return. But investing money regularly—whether in mutual
of dollars, while Kiyosaki’s real Dad died with very little
funds, stocks, real estate, bonds, etc.—can “make money
financial net worth. Young Robert watched and learned from
while you sleep” without having to work harder at your
both his “Dads,” but he learned very different lessons from
job to earn more money. Imagine getting to the point where
each. Kiyosaki credits his friend’s “rich Dad” with teaching
your investments are making more money every month than
him important financial lessons about investing his money
your paycheck! This can happen if you start investing early,
and living on less than he earned.
and if you have the discipline to stay invested through all of
Many people, including most of the students in my college classes, erroneously believe that they will build
life’s ups and downs. Proverbs 1:8 declares, “Hear, my son, your father's
wealth primarily through their salaries at their careers. In
instruction, and forsake not your mother's teaching.”
other words, many people believe the equation to financial
After observing his “two Dads” during his childhood and
security and wealth-building looks like this: earning more
adolescent years, Kiyosaki chose the path taught him by
money in my paycheck every year=wealth. Many who find
his “rich Dad,” and as a result his estimated net worth
themselves struggling financially believe that the answer to
today is $80 million. Adults would do well to remember
their money problems is: (1) make more money (get a raise,
that the children and youth are watching and learning
or find a better paying job) and (2) cut expenses, pay off
from our decisions, good or bad. Exercising financial
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In His Time
y name is Hernando Ramirez ans I was born and raised in Honduras to my loving parents Hernando and Bethyna, a brother and sister. I met my lovely wife, Brittany, in 2004 on one of her mission trips to Honduras; I was one of the translators. I moved to Cleveland, TN in September of 2007, married my wife in November of 2007, and we have been blessed with eleven years of marriage and two handsome healthy boys Keaghan (9) and Kyptyn (3). I am so blessed to have the best parents (both biological and in-laws) and family ever! I am a business consultant helping business owners in the HR/Compliance/Payroll world.
Eleven years ago, my wife and I were told that we could never have children; we tried medicine and visited multiple doctors over the years who said our odds were slim to none. One day during work, Brittany and I went to the hall at work and sat at a bench and began to cry, we asked each other “Why us?”, “Why can’t we get pregnant?” and many other questions. We wrapped up our conversation with “We have been putting our trust in the wrong things.” We held hands and cried to Jesus “We want a child, but we want you more than anything. We put our full trust in you and you only”. A few weeks later we found out that we were 10 weeks pregnant with our first son Keaghan.
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Four years later, we were blessed with pregnancy number 2! We were so excited we couldn’t stand it. Our 12-week checkup went great. At our 16-week Checkup, there was no longer a heartbeat. Our baby had gone to be with the Lord! The pain and confusion was unbearable, but again Brittany, myself, and now our son, Keaghan, went to the Lord and worshipped him in the middle of our storm. We knew all along that God had a perfect plan. The months went by and we got stronger. There is no way that without His grace and mercy we would’ve made it through. A Monday morning on my drive to work, I couldn’t stop crying and just having a conversation with the Lord and telling Him how much I missed my baby. This happened for a full week. Friday afternoon, I called Brittany and I told her “Don’t cook, we are going out to celebrate.” While having dinner, I said to her “I want to tell you something and I don’t want you to be sad. I’ve been missing our baby so bad and I wish that he/she was here with us.” She hugged me and said everything will be ok! She surprised me during dinner with the news that baby # 3 was on the way. I initially got scared, but the overwhelming feeling to know that God was preparing me throughout the whole week to receive the great news of a new child was incredible. Eight months later our second son Kyptyn arrived to the world! I didn’t earn any of my blessings and I surely didn’t deserve them, yet my heavenly father loves me so much that he has blessed me beyond all measure! God knows what and when is best for us. We often have plans for our lives, families, careers, dreams, and you name it, but God’s plan is always far greater than ours for our lives. Day in and day out, I am reassured that God’s plan is perfect and that He wants the very best for us.
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often wondered why God created woman last. In the beginning God created the
Heavens and the Earth. He gave
the Earth light, water, and a beautiful
always be a wife; it could be a mother, friend, sister, or even his daughter. The Lord made woman to balance man. This is not only in a marriage and home but in the
garden. The garden had many
workplace, church, and community. We are
creatures and animals but God knew
strong, compassionate, and creative beings. Most
something was missing so He made
women that I have met in all walks of life and
man in his own image.
cultures are in some way like the woman that King Lemuel’s mother spoke of in
That was the beginning of
Proverbs 31.
something great, but man became
Try to imagine this woman in
very lonely wandering around the garden as he watched all the
today’s times. The words may change,
animals and creatures with their
the task may be different, but we are
mates. He longed for something like
all this woman and should strive to
himself, a companion of his own kind.
be. I pray that our daughters and granddaughters will be like her and that
God understood the pain, loneliness, and desire that man had. He wanted
the sons and grandsons will find women
everything to be ready for his most
like her. Proverbs 31:25-31 says, “She is
beautiful creation of all, woman. As man fell asleep in the garden, God
clothed with strength and dignity;
took a rib from his side and used it to
she can laugh at the days to come.
form woman. He brought her to man.
She speaks with wisdom and faithful
Proverbs 2:23 says, “This is now bone
instruction is on her tongue. Her
of my bones and flesh of my flesh; she
children arise and call her blessed; her
shall be called ‘woman,’ for she was
husband also, and he praises her. Charm
taken out of man.”
is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the Lord is to be
They would become one, be fruitful and multiply. Man and woman, husband and wife, Adam and Eve. From the very beginning of time,
praised. Honor her for all that her hands have done, and let her works bring her praise at the city gate.”
behind every great man there has been a good woman encouraging him. She him to be a better man. It may not
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Beacon Baptist Church 505 Corvin Rd NE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 472-7056 Big Spring Baptist Church 1415 Hardwick St SE, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 472-1101 Bellefounte Baptist Church 132 Bellfounte Rd NE, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 336-2312 Bethel Baptist Tabernacle 3165 Buchanan Rd SE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 479-5820 Blue Springs Baptist Church 699 Blue Springs Church Rd SW, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 472-0932 Candies Creek Church 294 Old Eureka Rd Charleston, TN 37310 423-479-3731 Cedar Springs Baptist Church 723 Cedar Springs Church Rd SE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 479-5506 Center Point Baptist Church 1205 Lower River Rd NW Charleston, TN 37310 (423) 336-2133 Cleveland Cowboy Church 3040 Blythe Rd. Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 476-7936 Cloverleaf Baptist Church 2290 Waterlevel Highway Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 339-3617 Clingan Ridge Baptist Church 2412 Georgetown Road, NW Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 472-3511 Church At Grace Point 2595 Old Freewill Rd NW, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 728-5050 Covenant Baptist Church 249 Calhoun Rd SE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 559-2653 Dalton Pike Baptist Church 3055 Benton Pike NE, Cleveland, TN 37323
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(423) 472-7606 East Cleveland Baptist Church 1145 Arnold St NE, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 472-8728 Echos of Mercy Baptist Church 535 Durkee Rd SE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 715-9739 Elkmont Baptist Church 4030 Old Freewill Rd NW, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 479-4600 Emmanuel Baptist Church 1227 Powerline Dr NE, Cleveland, TN 37323 Farmland Community Church 1675 Greendale Dr. SE Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 473-9891 First Baptist Church 1275 Stuart Road Cleveland, Tennessee 37312 (423)709-9100 Galilee Baptist Church 665 Old Chattanooga Pike SW, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 496-2019 Henegar Baptist Church 7423 Mouse Creek Rd. Cleveland, TN 37312 Hopewell Baptist Church 188 Old Georgetown Rd NW, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 479-3763 The Journey Church 1668 S Lee Hwy, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 728-4100 Lebanon Baptist Church 1411 Old Parksville Rd NE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 479-6700 Macedonia Baptist Church 3119 Spring Place Rd SE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 479-1713 Maple Street Baptist Church 1700 Maple St NE, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 478-3622 Maranatha Baptist Church 453 Blue Springs Ln SE, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 614-8991 Michigan Avenue Baptist Church 2741 Benton Pike NE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 472-8891 Mt Carmel Baptist Church 7619 Blue Springs Rd, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 479-1620 New Friendship Baptist Church 1344 Chatata Valley Rd NE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 476-6007 North Cleveland Baptist Church 2815 Ocoee St N, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 476-8524 Oak Grove Baptist Church 4452 Bates Pike SE,
Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 479-9125 Old Pathway Baptist Church 224 Rymer Rd NE, Cleveland, TN 37323 Parkway Baptist Church 185 Meadow Ln SE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 339-5522 Philadelphia Baptist Church 910 30th St SE, Cleveland, TN 37323 Philippi Baptist Church 2325 Old Harrison Pike NW, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 479-5385 Pleasant Grove Missionary Baptist Church 799 Inman Street East Cleveland, Tennessee 37311 (423) 476-4081 Public Church 850 17th St. NW Cleveland, TN 37311 423-458-4405 Ridgeview Baptist Church 1501 S Ocoee St, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 472-5119 Samples Memorial Baptist Church 371 Samples Chapel Rd SE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 476-2329 Shenandoah Baptist Church 138 Osment Rd Se, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 339-0103 Shiloh Baptist Church 3406 Blair Rd NW, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 479-5755 Stuart Park Baptist Church 850 17th St NW, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 472-6741 Tasso Baptist Church 164 Old Charleston Rd NE, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 559-2114 Temple Baptist Church 3070 Harrison Pike, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 476-6813 Thompson Spring Baptist Church 5660 Bates Pike SE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 790-1823 Union Baptist Church 797 Hughes Lake Rd SE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 559-1720 Valley View Baptist Church 4657 Spring Place Rd SE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 472-7707 Washington Avenue Baptist Church 1720 Perry St SE, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 472-0489 Waterville Baptist Church 4555 Dalton Pike SE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 472-5582
West Cleveland Baptist Church 1959 Westland Dr SW, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 472-8927 Westwood Baptist Church 4001 Georgetown Rd NW, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 472-1534 White Oak Baptist Church 2043 White Oak Valley Rd NW, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 559-2359
Catholic
St Therese Catholic Church 900 Clingan Ridge Dr NW, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 476-8123
Charismatic
Cleveland Christian Fellowship 695 S Ocoee St, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 476-2642
Church of God
Agape Place Church of God 2611 Blue Springs Road SE Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 476-8691 Cornerstone Church of God 2823 Lee Hwy, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 478-0006 Church of God Sanctified, Inc. 746 First Street N.E. Cleveland, TN. 37311 (423)479-3895 East Cleveland Church of God 900 15th St NE Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 479-3389 Fellowship of Praise Church of God 931 Inman Street East Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 479-3121 Grace Community Church of God 4745 Mouse Creek Road NW, Cleveland, TN 37312. (423) 614-0708 Heritage Fellowship Church of God 4635 S Lee Hwy McDonald, TN 37353 (423) 476-6316 International Worship Center Centro Internacional de Adoraciรณn 533 Central Ave. NE, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 476-1977 Kinser Church of God 141 Kinser Road Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 476-7400 Lakeview Church of God 105 Pound Street S.E. Cleveland, TN 37323 (423)-790-5805 North Cleveland Church of God 335 11th St NE, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 476-5513 Michigan Avenue Church of God 515 Minnis Road N.E
(423) 584-3663 Mt Olive Church of God 3522 Harrison Pike, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 479-3381 Mt View Church of God 210 Roadway Dr SE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (706) 455-3528 South Cleveland Church of God 1846 Volunteer Dr SW, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 476-6382 Westmore Church of God 2412 Wolfe Dr NW, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 559-9646
Church of God of Prophecy Cleveland Spanish COGOP 2610 Grove Ave. Cleveland, TN 37312 (423)473-7199 Durkee Road COGOP 201Durkee Rd. Cleveland, TN37312 (423) 472-4384 Keith Street Ministries COGOP 4000 Keith ST. NW Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 476-2448 Peerless Road COGOP 3301 Peerless Rd. NW Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 303-2680 Spring Place COGOP 2530 Spring Place Rd. Cleveland, TN37311 (423)476-6414 Union Grove COGOP 533 Union Grove Rd Charleston, TN 37310 (423) 479-5357 Wildwood COGOP 140 Wildwood Ave Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 479-6584
The Church of God
The Church of God Jerusalem Acres 1826 Dalton Pike SE Cleveland, TN. 37311 (423) 472-1597
Disciples of Christ
First Christian Church 3625 N. Ocoee Street Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 472-6682
Episcopal
Saint Luke’s Episcopal Church 320 Broad St NW, Cleveland, TN 37311
Lutheran
First Lutheran Church 195 McIntire Ave NE, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 472-6811
Latter-day Saints
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 4200 Pryor Rd N.E.
Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 503-6394
Methodist Big Spring United Methodist 1196 Hardwick St SE, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 476-5242 Black Fox United Methodist 1820 Old Chattanooga Pike SW, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 339-1908 Broad Street United Methodist 155 Central Ave NW, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 476-5586 First United Methodist Church 3425 Ocoee St N, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 476-4504 Pleasant Grove UMC 3043 Pleasant Grove Church Rd SW Cleveland, TN 37311 S. Cleveland United Methodist 1165 Church St SE, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 507-5760 Tasso United Methodist 1106 Tasso Ln NE, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 479-4457 Trinity United Methodist Church 731 1st St SE, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 614-7900 Valley Head Methodist Church 920 Mouse Creek Rd NW, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 472-0575 Wesley Memorial Methodist 3405 Peerless Rd NW, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 472-9578
Pentecostal
Faith Memorial Church 910 17th St NW, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 476-6281 First United Pentecostal Church 4095 Peerless Rd NW, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 476-9436 Full Gospel House of Prayer 1500 Wildwood Ave. Cleveland, TN Set Free Christian Fellowship 1175 King Edwards Ave. Cleveland, TN
Nazarene Cleveland First Church Of The Nazarene 2712 Henderson Ave. Cleveland, TN 37312-5225 423-472-7371 New Hope Church of the Nazarene 2018 Washington Ave Cleveland, TN 37364 (423) 479-7343
Non-Denominational
Christian Fellowship Ctr 895 6th St NE, Cleveland, TN 37311
(423) 479-9591 Church Alive Ministries 6315 Mouse Creek Road NW, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 476-8133 Cleveland Community Chapel 1823 Forest Ridge Dr. Cleveland, TN 37311 Cleveland Cornerstone Church 533 Broad St NW, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 479-1775 Cornerstone Family Church 4997 N. Lee Highway Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 380-9160 Community Hall Church 1305 6th Street Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 472 2178 Dwelling Place Church 523 Urbane Rd. NE Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 790-5200 Evening Light Gospel 200 20th St SE Cleveland, TN 37311 Fairhaven Ministry Center 1807 Blythe Ave. SE, Cleveland TN, 37311 fairhavenlife.org Freedom Fellowship Church 3555 Blue Springs Rd, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 478-0654 God’s Family Fellowship 197 Neely Circle NE Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 790-7533 Graceway Chapel 221 14th St NW, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 728-2226 International House of Fire 1701 South Lee Hwy Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 790-0772 Living Word Church 930 25th Street, NW Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 339-3028 or The Net Church Bradley Square 12 200 Paul Huff Pkwy Cleveland, TN 37312 New Life Bible Church 155 S Ocoee St, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 472-3882 Restoration Fellowship 211 Trewhitt Dr SE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 479-4249 The Simple Gospel 850 Elrod St SE Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 650-9572 Shema Israel Ministry 850 Elrod St SE Cleveland, TN 37311 423-994-8553 The Sanctuary 1203 Smith Dr. Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 478-2843 Tasso Christian Church
1135 Tasso Lane, Cleveland, Tn. 37312 (423) 479-2705 The TRIBE 125 Inman St E Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 380-8802 United Christian Church 2200 Peerless Rd NW, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 479-4277 Unity Christian Ministries 2419 Georgetown RD NW Cleveland, TN 37312 423-473-9338 Walker Valley Community 787 Lauderdale Memorial Hwy Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 336-9696
Presbyterian
Charleston Cumberland Presbyterian Church 8267 N Lee Hwy, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 336-5004 First Cumberland Presbyterian 161 2nd St NE, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 476-6751 First Presbyterian Church 433 N Ocoee St, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 476-5584 Flint Springs Cumberland Presbyterian Church 515 Flint Springs Rd Cleveland TN. 37323 (423) 284-6397 Prospect United Cumberland Presbyterian Church 310 New Murraytown Rd. NW, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 476-6181 St James Cumberland Presbyterian 151 Short St NE, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 472-5762 Trinity Presbyterian PCA 1780 Stuart Rd. NE, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 559-9595
Seventh Day Adventist Bowman Hills Adventist 300 Westview Dr NE Cleveland, TN 37312 East Cleveland Seventh-Day 801 Howard Circle SE Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 476-9299 Ladd Springs Seventh-Day 5860 Bates Pike SE Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 476-1889
Zion Assembly
Zion Assembly Church of God 5512 Waterlevel Hwy, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 476-3337
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Baptist
Antioch Baptist Church 218 Canal St. Athens, TN 37303 423-745-3332 Central Baptist 13 Nash Dr. Athens, TN 37303 423-745-0400 Clearwater Baptist 964 County Rd. Athens, TN 37303 423-744-7147 Clear Springs Baptist Church 653 County Road 100 Athens, TN 37303 423-745-3128 Covenant Baptist 241 County Rd Athens, TN 37303 423-263-1569 East Athens Baptist 301 Central Ave Athens, TN 37303 423-745-1394 Fairview Baptist 251 County Rd. 128 Athens, TN 37303 423-649-0346 First Baptist 305 Ingleside Athens, TN 37303 423-745-5441 First Bible Baptist 1819 Old Niota Athens, TN 37303 423-745-0765 Freedom Baptist 2207 Velma Rd Athens, TN 37303 423-746-0193 Genesis Baptist Church 111 Elizabeth Street Athens, TN 37303 423-506-7240 Mount Pleasant Baptist 414 Chester St. Athens, TN 37303 423-745-6510 Idelwild Baptist 118 county rd Athens, TN 37303 423-746-0002 Lakeview Baptist 182 County rd. 126 Athens, TN 37303 423-745-0451 Mount Pleasant Baptist 414 Chester St. Athens, TN 37303 423-745-6510 Mount Verd Baptist 251 County Rd 249 Athens, TN 37303 423-507-1286 New Hopewell Baptist 197 County Rd Athens, TN 37303 423-744-0940
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New Zion Baptist 393 County Rd 616 Athens, TN 37303 423-263-9841 North Athens Baptist 402 Tellico Ave Athens, TN 37303 423-745-3813 Oak Grove Baptist 1212 County Rd. 100 Athens, TN 37303 423-744-9986 Parkway Baptist 1701 Velma Rd Athens, TN 37303 423-745-9709 Rocky Mount Baptist 1002 Rocky Mount Rd Athens, TN 37303 423-745-8758 Rogers Creek Baptist 510 County Rd 180 Athens, TN 37303 423-744-0295 Short Creek Baptist 892 County Rd. 50 Athens, TN 37303 423-336-5089 South Liberty Baptist 505 County Rd 655 Athens, TN 37303 423-745-5124 Union Hill Baptist 258 County Rd Athens, TN 37303 423-745-1241 Unity Baptist 162 County Rd 750 Athens, TN 37303 423-744-0420 Valley View Baptist 323 County Rd 370 Athens, TN 37303 423-745-5159 West End Baptist 803 Clark St. Athens, TN 37303 423-744-8274 West View Baptist 2707 Highway 39 Athens, TN 37303 423-745-2193
Catholic
St. Mary Catholic Church 1291 E. Madison Ave. Athens, TN 37303 423-745-4277
Christian
Athens Christian Church 802 S Matlock Ave Athens, TN 37303 423-745-5791
Church of God
Aoh Church Of God 501 Ohio St Athens, TN 37303 423-745-1279
First Church of God 200 Fisher St. Athens, TN 37303 423-887-5855 Woodward Church of God 507 Woodward Ave Athens, TN 37303 423-745-1618
Community
Christ Community Church 14 Congress PKWY S. Athens, TN 37303 423-745-8185
Latter-day Saints
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormons) 508 Cedar Springs Rd Athens, TN 373 423-745-0102
Nazarene
Athens Church of the Nazarene 1908 W. Madison Ave. Athens, TN 37303 423-744-3017
Episcopal
St Paul Episcopal Church 123 S. Jackson ST. Athens, TN 37303 423-745-2224
Lutheran
Athens Lutheran Church 710 Forrest Ave. Athens, TN 37303 423-745-9419
Methodist
Allen Memorial UMC 800 Decatur Pike Athens, TN 37303 423-745-1560 Keith Memorial UMC 600 W Madison Ave. Athens, TN 37371 423-745-2612 Piney Grove UMC 767 County Rd. 750 423-462-2130 Athens, TN 37303 Riceville 2519 Cindy St Athens, TN 37303 423-462-2130 St. Mark Ame Zion Methodist 707 N. Jackson St Athens, TN 37303 Tranquility UMC 135 County Rd. 177 Athens, TN 37303 423-334-3062 Trinity UMC 100 E. College St Athens, TN 37303 423-745-0452 Vine Grove UMC 517 County Rd. 778 Athens, TN 37303 423-507-5760
Non- Denominational
Ascension Life 935 Rocky Mount Rd Athens, TN 37303 423-829-5102 Christian Freedom Worship Center 109 Cherry St Athens, TN 37303 423-745-8999 Calvary Tabernacle of God 2820 Hwy 11 Athens, TN 37303 423-744-7159 Christian Community Church 190 Congress Parkway Athens, TN 37303 423-453-7111 Family Worship Center 250 County Rd 378 Athens, TN 37303 423-744-0774 Great Deliverance Ministries 2329 Clearwater Rd Athens, TN 37303 423-745-7575 Liberty Church 3328 Hwy 11 Athens, TN 37303 423-745-9248 Overcoming Faith Christian 14 Carter Rd Athens, TN 37303 423-745-3105 Restoration Church 3115 Hwy 39 Athens, TN 37303 423-745-7777 Sanctury 9 S. Kilgore St. Athens, TN 37303 423-745-8900
Pentecostal
Miracle Deliverance Tabernacle 245 County Rd 677, Riceville, TN 37370 423-745-3787
Presbyterian
First United Presbyterian Church 321 N. Jackson St. Athens, TN 37303 423-744-9073 Freedman Chapel C.P.C.A. 415 Cleveland Ave. Athens, TN 37303 423-252-0159 Mars Hill Presbyterian 205 N. Jackson St Athens, TN 37303 423-745-1403
Seventh-Day Adventist
Seventh-Day Adventist 230 New Englewood Rd Athens, TN 37303 423-745-2335
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Gò0dNews for Parents
Stretch, Bend, Breathe
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by Connie Duckett
arenting, the biggest back bend attempted in
had concerns and anxiety pertaining to their family
life, the strain, stretch, and then the walkover
and the time spent with them and away from them. She
that gives a sigh of relief. One begins this
then stated that these children were not concerned by
parental exercise. I recently asked several new mothers about their
material things that could be given but just wanted to be with them close by. They wanted attention and time. I
greatest fears and expectations. Surprising to me, the
then asked a few middle schoolers in traditional family
only expectations were excitement for this new joy to be
and single-family units what they desired most in their
in their lives and arms. Their fears unanimously were:
families. Each one said the same thing. I wish for more
Would they be enough? Could they accomplish this task
time with mom and dad without phones, work, and TV.
they had longed for? Would anyone believe they could be a responsible mother? Could they raise them with the
As adults, we often think that quality time means sitting in the same room watching TV while we read a book or work around the house. We decide that quality time is a special trip out and that will make up for quantity time. We allow life to dictate how we spend time with our children and loved ones. The needs of work, ministry, and others come before our families. They get the left overs. Let me encourage you in your journey. Proverbs 22:6 says, “Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.” I think this scripture means train up the child in the learning pattern that it learns best in. Organization can assist greatly in the time spent with your children and spouses. It can be family
skills they needed to become the man or woman of God
dinner cooked together or simple crafts, anything that
they are supposed to be. I would give a loud resounding
is uninterrupted by your phone, work, or another
yes. You are enough in Christ. God has chosen you as
needing your attention. These times can even include
this child’s parents. He will enable you to finish this
the straightening up their rooms and other areas. Enjoy
Workout. As you place your hand in Christ’s and your
your time, add snappy music, dance, laugh, and enjoy
child in your arms and heart, Christ can direct this path.
the workings of family. Stretch, bend, breathe, and
I visited with a friend in West Virginia that is the
create memories that will transcend generations.
Creator and Director of Royal Kids Camp. This camp her she revealed that 44% of the children participating
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About The Author
is for children placed in foster care. While speaking to Connie and William Duckett have four children and four grandchildren. They live in Delano, Tennessee. They attend Englewood Church of God where they are active leaders in the Celebrate Recovery Ministry.
Gò0dNews for Life
Joyful Motherhood
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by Tara Julian
s a very young girl I knew that I wanted to be
We traveled to China on September 13, 2008, and on
a mother. I also knew that I wanted to adopt in
September 16th we were able to meet her for the first
addition to giving birth. I had a desire to parent
time. I was told to try not to cry because it could upset
and love a child or children that I did not give birth to. I
her. I thought to myself, “Are you kidding me?” I have
thought it would be after I gave birth first. But God had
been waiting my whole life for this moment! But at
a different plan.
the moment they brought her in the room I felt the
A few years after getting married my husband and
overwhelming presence of God’s grace. I had never in my
I wanted to begin a family. A few more years went by
life felt such a calmness in my spirit. She was not upset
and we decided to try a fertility specialist. During these
either. It’s almost like she was prepared to meet us.
few stressful months of medications and procedures I was listening to a Christian radio station and heard an ad for an adoption seminar. I knew at that very moment that God was speaking to me directly. After attending the seminar and many nights of prayer we knew that God was calling us to adopt a baby girl from China. It was during this time that I understood the true meaning of Psalm 37:4 which says, “Delight yourself also in the Lord, and He shall give you the desires of your heart.” I had always believed that if you truly serve God that He will give you what you desire. But I come to understand that the desires that you have in
I have no idea what it is like to become a parent
your heart are actually placed there by God. I wanted to
through the birth of a natural child. But I will tell you
adopt a child because that was God’s desire for me.
this – I do not feel different or robbed because I did not
In October of 2005, we applied to adopt a baby girl
experience motherhood like most women do. Adoption
from China. We were told that the paperwork would
to me has been the most fulfilling miracle of my life
take 6 months and the wait to be matched with a child
besides my salvation. Psalm 113:9 says, “He maketh the
would be another 6 months. This turned into roughly 35
barren woman to keep house, and to be a joyful mother
months of waiting.
of children.”
On June 12, 2008, I was contacted by our adoption agency and saw the first picture of our beautiful
And that is exactly what God did for me. And for that I am most thankful.
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daughter. She would turn one year old in two days. Tara Julian lives with her family in Cleveland, Tennessee, where she is an Account Manager with CBIZ, Inc., Employee Benefits. To book her to sing or give her testimony, please contact her at tara.julian7@gmail.com.
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Gò0dNews for Health & Fitness
5 Healthy Habits
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respond to all his needs, and nurture him perfectly into adulthood. Wouldn’t that be wonderful? Well, that’s not how it happens. The good news is we, as parents, can dig into God’s “how-to” book of instructions and teach, lead, and guide them in the right direction! Proverbs 22:6 says plainly, “Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he shall not depart from it.” I have noticed, nonetheless, some parents neglect to teach even the smallest of the healthiest habits. Last week I had breakfast with a 93 year-old resident at the local nursing home. Twice, she has been crowned the “Sweetheart” of their facility. Words fail me when I try to describe her beauty, wisdom, and grace. An unapologetic, deep-rooted Christian, she had this to say about the healthy habits we should be exercising and teaching our children: The woman with an issue of blood [Matthew 9:20-22] got down on her knees and crawled to touch the Savior. That’s humility, humbleness. We need to teach habits of humility and humbleness. Saying “excuse me or I’m sorry” goes a long way because everything tastes better with a little sugar on it. My mother also taught us
About The Author
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nock, knock! Who’s there? Hatch. Hatch who? God bless you, but cover your mouth next time! Unfortunately, as our kids enter this world, they don’t arrive with personal “how-to” instructions. Can you imagine it? Your little boy arrives on your doorstep (in an Amazon delivery box, of course!) and tucked neatly beside him are step by step instructions on how to answer all his questions,
by Sheriee Moneak
to look someone in the eye when speaking. It shows respect. It says “I see you and I respect what you are saying”. And even when you don’t have anything good to say about someone...because not everyone is as sweet as I am...don’t say anything. Your words get to the future before you do so make sure you teach your children to speak words of faith and words of love. So, there you have it! Did you catch all 5 healthy habits we should be teaching our kids? Practice Humility. “...its wages are riches and honor and life” (Proverbs 22:4, NIV). Show Respect. “Show respect to the aged; honor the presence of an elder; fear your God. I am God” (Leviticus 19:32, MSG). If you don’t have anything nice to say, don’t say anything! “Watch the way you talk. Let nothing foul or dirty come out of your mouth. Say only what helps, each word a gift” (Ephesians 4:29, MSG). Speak words of faith. God speaking: “...for I will hasten my word to perform it” (Jeremiah 1:12, KJV). Speak words of love. “Your life must be controlled by love, just as Christ loved us” (Ephesians 5:2, GNT).
Sheriee Moneak is the author of 101 Ways to Ruin the Enemy’s Plans for Your Life (available on Amazon.com). Originally from Birmingham, AL, she’s an encourager who is currently pursuing a career as a dental hygienist.
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Gò0dNews for Teens
Waiting on God ave you ever been in a situation where you needed God to fix your problem right away? If you have, you know how it is when he tells you to wait. As frustrating as it may be, he has something better in store. A great example of this is in Genesis 37 where it talks about Joseph and his brothers. If you’re familiar with the story, you know that Joseph’s brothers weren’t ideal siblings. They did unspeakable things like throwing Joseph in a hole, selling him
into slavery, and so much more. He ends up being the second in command over all of Egypt after he interprets pharaoh’s dream! Do you see how God flipped the story just like that? He can do the exact same thing in your life. In Psalm 37:7, it says, “Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him; do not fret when people succeed in their ways, when they carry out their wicked schemes.” Now, I’d like to talk about the last part of that verse. It’s talking about when we do what’s right and get penalized while the wicked seem to prosper. When the bad guys win, trust in God,
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and be content in him. Christianity is all about faith. It’s about trusting God no matter what. Even if you get an F on that super important test, God still has your back. He is perfect which means his plans are perfect. Even though you cannot see him, you can see him move right here on Earth. Seeing God move is the most unspeakable act of joy. It’s like when you have just had the worst day, and your friend comes up to you and says, “I’m not sure what’s going on in your life, but I’m praying for you.” That’s God! Maybe your parents haven’t had the best relationship lately, or people have been being mean to you at school and you feel like you just can’t take it anymore. You hear a voice that says, “You’re so loved by God,” or the perfect song comes on the Christian radio that says that “I will trust in you.” That’s God! He moves in just the right ways in just the right time. His timing is perfect; it’s never late or running behind schedule. The thing is that God’s timing is completely different than yours. For example, one of your parents might have lost their job and they can’t find a new one. You pray to God for them to get a job, and you want them to get it right away. Well, God doesn’t need them to get it right then. During that time of waiting, he tests your faith. He sees how long you’ll stay strong and keep your faith. Then in his perfect timing, he gives them a better job than they had before. He answers prayers, just not in your time. So whoever needs this right now, stay faithful and believe that he’s God. You’re so loved.
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by Hannah Morris
Hannah Morris is an 8th grade student at Cleveland Middle School. She is a dancer on the CMS dance team and is an active member of FCA. She also attends Keith Street Ministries where she helps teach the preschool class.
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and since then God has refined the vision, clarified how to accomplish the mission, and brought together a team of skilled leaders, staff, and financial partners. Since 2011, these partners have given over $10.8 million to Renewanation. Their generous gifts have helped thousands of children to begin developing a biblical worldview. Initially, Jeri thought she would wait until after her death to allow Renewanation to start their work on the ranch, but, after getting better acquainted with the organization’s team, she decided to give Renewanation the first 800 acres to launch the camp ministry in her lifetime. Renewanation’s mission is to inspire and equip the family, church, and school to give children a biblical worldview. Ecclesiastes 4:12 says, “A cord of three strands is not easily broken.” Renewanation believes that when the family, church and
school are all teaching biblical truth, children have a very high likelihood of developing a biblical worldview. Over the last two years, cabins and lodges have been built that sleep and provide meeting areas and dining space for 182 individuals. These fresh facilities boast rooms with a private bath and shower, a queen bed and six single beds, as well as its own heating and cooling system. The main lodge is equipped with a commercial kitchen and a beautiful dining and meeting space. Fiber optic Wi-Fi, audio and video are also available in the main lodge. There are several recreational options available at Manderley. A zip line creates real excitement as well as a 9-hole disk-golf course, low ropes course, and numerous hiking opportunities. In the near future, kayaking and canoeing the Sequatchie River will be available along with a multi-zip line and high ropes course.
In the 16 months since the camp first opened, Renewanation has brought hundreds of Christian teachers and school leaders to the camp for intensive biblical worldview and leadership training. They have also hosted kids’ camps along with a number of other events. Renewanation is currently in the midst of a four year goal (2017-2020) to reach 100,000 new children and help them develop a biblical worldview. In the first two years, they have impacted over 20,000 children through their various divisions of ministry. These ministries include: • Promoting the cause of biblical worldview education through The Renewanation REVIEW
Magazine, speaking, writing and social media • Launching new Christian schools • Revitalizing existing Christian schools • Launching new children and family ministries in churches • Revitalizing existing church ministries • Providing scholarships for children and teachers to attend biblical worldview schools and training events • Providing intensive biblical worldview training at the 800 acre Manderley Christian Camp.
and conference center and becoming “The Center for Biblical Worldview Training” in the Eastern United States. One teacher, who attended a biblical worldview training at Manderley camp, wrote, “Phenomenal! This has been the greatest teacher conference I have attended in my 13 years of teaching. I am leaving here grounded in my beliefs in a way I never have been before. Y’all changed my life and my teaching forever.” As a part of their sustainability plan, Renewanation is now leasing the camp to like-minded organizations and individuals. Scheduling for 2019 is currently in progress, so contact them today for available dates and to learn more about booking your conference, camp or retreat. For more information about Manderley Camp or Renewanation, please contact Julianna Mast at info@manderleycamp.org or visit manderleycamp.org or renewanation.org.
In the years to come, Renewanation envisions the entire 2000-acre ranch developing into a world-class camp
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Learning to Fight
his was to teach the future generations of the Israelites how to fight in battle, especially those who had not fought before” (Judges 3:2, HCSB). The book of Judges is the sequel to the book of Joshua. Joshua ends like a blockbuster Hollywood hit. Joshua, the leader of Israel, has led them to their promise. As his time on earth comes to a close, he challenges the people one last time to serve the miracle-working God. The scene pans from the crowd to the face of the leader as he proclaims these famous words "as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord."
Conviction hits like rainstorm and the entire nation agrees to serve the Lord. Israel now has peace in the land and peace in their heart. Roll credits. Joshua's story ends. The book of Judges picks up where Joshua ends with a flashback telling of the passing of Joshua. The author of Judges had no clue when he penned the book it would be set next to Joshua in the Canon. So under divine inspiration, he retells for us the death of the nation's leader. Except where there had been a happy ending in Joshua's telling, Judges tells of a tension, “After that whole generation (the generation of Joshua) had been gathered to their ancestors, another generation grew up who knew neither the Lord nor what he had done for Israel” (Judges 2:10). Somewhere between Jordan crossing and conquering the land, a generation forgot to hand down the most important thing to the children of God: God. A generation did not know about Egypt or the Red Sea. They did not
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know about the Jordan or Jericho. In turn, did not know the Lord of those miracles. Israel failed to give them the lessons that had led them to the promises of God. I wonder if when the children of the next generation asked "how did we get here" the parents answer was simply, “It's a long story.” I wonder if in protecting them from the stories of hurt and war, they forget to tell them about the way God triumphed. I believe we often insulate the next generation from the stories of hurt under the idea of protecting them. But the book of Judges tells us that is not the plan of God. These are the nations the Lord left to test all those Israelites who had not experienced any of the wars in Canaan (he did this only to teach warfare to the descendants of the Israelites who had not had previous battle experience). Read Judges 3:2 slow. The nations the LORD left. Meaning Joshua and his generation won a lot of battles to settle the land, but the Lord left some "giants" for the next generation to fight. Joshua won Jericho and the hill country and the valleys of Canaan, but God left some enemies for the next generation for this purpose: to learn to fight. I want to fight all the wars for my kids and those God has given me care over. But that is not my job. Our job is to train them for the fight. Our job is to remind them that they will face darkness and principalities of the evil. Our job is to tell them how God did the miraculous in our lives and can do the same in theirs. We cannot fight their fight for them and the more we try the more likely they are to not know God who fights on their behalf. In the fight is where you lean in and learn. Or get pummeled by the enemy of this life. It is incredibly hard to not step in when they are getting punched by the enemy, but it is not our fight to fight. God left some enemies specifically for them to face. So they can learn to trust, learn to pray, learn what faith is, learn who he is, and who he has made them to be.
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by Jeff Pitts
Jeff Pitts and his wife Rachael, while not raising their 5 kids, lead a college and young adult bible study for their local church. They are passionate to see the next generation live out their faith. Jeff shares his writings at www.justbeingjeff.wordpress.com.
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The Power of a Loving Touch
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by Evelyn Bathe
ouch is our first language. When we are born, we are bathed
relationship, holding your spouse’s hand is enough to subdue
in touch. Communication through touch is the centerpiece
your blood pressure, ease your response to stress, improve your
of our relationships being established, first, with our parents
health and soften physical pain.
and immediate family, then, with playmates, school friends, and
When a couple is first married, there is a lot of touch
beyond. It is a proven fact that children who were deprived of
in the beginning – holding hands, kissing, etc. As time goes
loving touch during the first two years of their lives had far-
on, touching becomes less frequent, and eventually tapers
reaching and long-standing problems well into adulthood.
off to where, at times, it is non-existent. It reminds me of the
Perhaps because of the way we were touched as infants
humorous story of a married couple traveling down the road in
and children, our ability to give loving touches and our need to
their vehicle. The wife notices a young couple in a passing car
be touched were affected. Some people seem to have a higher
who are obviously in love because the girl is sitting very close to her boyfriend. The wife wonders where that feeling of closeness and being in love has gone. Suddenly, she says to her husband, “Honey, when we were first married, we sat close to each other like that couple. We don’t do that anymore.” Her husband is quiet for a moment, and then he replies, “I haven’t moved.” Reclaiming the gifts of touch can go a long way to restoring and nurturing marital relationships. There are many ways a couple can strive to get the power of loving touches back into their marriage, but it will take a focused, decisive effort. Purpose that you will hug more often, give back rubs, foot rubs, and hold hands. In the gospels, we are given several examples of people seeking Jesus to touch them. Parents wanted Jesus to touch their children. People came to him in droves, wanting a
need for touch while others may have a low-touch capacity. A
touch from Him. Most notably, the woman who touched the
married couple would be wise to determine each other’s need
hem of Jesus’s garment was healed, and Jesus was well aware
for loving touches and make a concerted effort to meet the need.
that power had been released from His being. I believe these
A loving touch is enough to change everything. Touch builds
examples show how powerful a loving touch can be. As we
trust, cooperation, gives confidence and encouragement. Touching
touch Jesus and His love, grace, and power are released in us, it
improves mood and reduces stress. Touch creates an emotional
will be much more natural for us to release that same powerful
bond. It will make a world of difference in your marriage.
touch to others, and especially to our spouses!
Researchers at the University of Virginia conducted
Ephesians 4:2-3 gives some good marital advice: “Always
experiments to see how the brain reacts to pain when a person
be humble and gentle. Be patient with each other, making
is alone or holding the hand of a loved one. When alone, the
allowance for each other's faults because of your love. Make
areas of the brain processing danger lit up. When holding the
every effort to keep yourselves united in the Spirit, binding
hand of a loved one, the brain relaxed. An electric shock was
yourselves together with peace” (NLT). Well, that phrase,
given to the ankles of wives in happy, committed relationships.
“binding yourselves together,” sure sounds like a nice, warm
The women were noticeably apprehensive. Brain images
hug to me!
registered their anxiety before, and pain level during, the loving husband’s hand. The same test produced a significantly lower response throughout the brain. In troubled relationships, this protective effect didn’t occur. If you’re in a healthy marital
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About The Author
shocks. Then they were shocked again, this time holding their Evelyn Bathe is the wife of Joseph, mother of Jonathan, and grandmother of Brooklyn and Jackson. She has been a speaker for youth, women, and marriage conferences and served in various Christian ministries. Evelyn and her husband retired from pastoring and presently attend Peerless Road Church in Cleveland. Follow Evelyn’s blog at evelyntbathe.wordpress.com.
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Life Enrichment Activities
W
by Shannon Alvey
hen older adults and their families begin the
2009 that found that “social disconnectedness and
search for a senior living community, they are
perceived isolation are independently associated
sometimes overwhelmed by the sheer number
with lower levels of self-rated physical health” in
of options. Moving to an independent living or an assisted
older adults. This includes higher incidences of
living community offers the chance to get involved in
obesity, diabetes, depression, high blood pressure,
activities and programs with fellow residents.
and more.
What you will discover, however, is that life enrichment programs can vary greatly from one community to another. Some communities offer a wide variety of activities and wellness programs, while others offer only those required by state regulations.
As you are visiting and touring senior living communities on a loved one’s behalf, here are a few tips to help you evaluate the strength of their life enrichment programs: • Review the calendar: Ask to see copies of the community’s most recent activity calendars. Try to get calendars for at least two or three months so you can get a true picture of how many and what types of activities are offered. • Assess the activities: Does the calendar show a broad range of activities? Ideally, you will find programs and events that engage the body, mind, and spirit. Also compare the scheduled activities with your family member’s hobbies and interests. Are there things they enjoy? Or things they’ve always wanted to try? If a hobby or interest of your loved one isn’t
So, how important are life enrichment and wellness programs? Do they make a difference in how happy, healthy, and engaged a resident is? Much has been written recently about the dangers of a sedentary life, especially for seniors. It puts people at higher risk for everything, from falls to depression and obesity. Some health professionals go as far as saying a sedentary lifestyle is just as dangerous as smoking. It’s important to find a senior living community committed to a wide variety of life enrichment programs because: • It protects cognitive health: A 2010 study published in the New England Journal of Medicine highlighted how important staying socially active is for cognitive health. Participating in activities that challenge and
listed, is it possible to have it added to the schedule? • After hours and weekends: Also look at what happens during the evening hours and on weekends. Are events and activities scheduled then? You want to make sure there are meaningful activities scheduled seven days a week, not just during traditional business hours. • After you review the current activities calendar at any community you are seriously considering, choose a few programs that seem appealing to your family member. Ask the staff if you and your loved one can participate in one or two. It can provide you with good insight about what community life would be like and give you a chance to meet residents.
Health and Social Behavior published a study in
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stimulate the brain can protect cognitive function. • To avoid the dangers of isolation: The Journal of
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Five Items of Encouragement by Synthia Kissinger
Show Yourself Friendly Greet one another! It hurts my heart to see someone come into a Christian meeting of any sort and go straight to their seat without communicating with anyone. You may consider yourself to be an introvert or fear that you are not accepted in the group but do your best to push past your feelings, for the benefit of others, and talk to your brothers and sisters in Christ. Greet everyone, not just your friend group. “And if you greet only your brothers, what are you doing more than others?” (Matthew 5:47). Refute Lies and Negative Self Talk The enemy tries to talk “junk” to us especially after a Bible Study or meeting. Sometimes we start to think that what we had to say was ignorant, that we were really not liked by the group, that our clothes, job, etc. is “less than,” or that
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people did not respond in the way that we wanted. We must eradicate those thoughts and speak the Word of God in place of lies and harmful thoughts. “…Take every thought captive…” (2 Corinthians 10:5). Stay Connected The enemy loves for us to isolate ourselves from other Christians. We need the strength that comes from the encouragement we receive when we meet together. We are all a part of the Body of Christ and when we miss a meeting that we have committed to there is a void in that group. One will become weak when they forsake the assembling of themselves with other believers and may fall prey to the devourer. “Let us not give up meeting together…” (Hebrews 10:25). Be Productive in God’s Kingdom One reason for inactivity and fear of doing the work of the Lord is the lack of preparation and knowledge of God’s Word. Memorizing Scripture and reviewing daily gives the confidence needed when the Holy Spirit prompts us to witness. The Lord has done wonderful things in the lives of those who memorize scripture. God’s Word is alive, active, and it accomplishes the purpose for which it was sent out. May you read, obey, memorize, and put into action His Holy Word today. “All Scripture is God breathed and is useful for … training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work” (2 Timothy 3:16-17).
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Keep a Cheerful Countenance The world sees your face before they encounter your heart. As Christians, we have great reason to be joyful, so our faces should reflect that we are children of the Most High. There are wonderful physical benefits of smiling, so make the effort to smile and bless someone else in the process. We smile when we are joyful on the inside. Do the necessary “Heart Work” to have the desire to smile at everyone. “A happy heart makes the face cheerful, but heartache crushes the spirit” (Proverbs 15:13).
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Gò0dNews for Women’s Health
Disney Rash ne of my patients recently sent a photograph of her lower extremities. She was on fall break in Florida and developed a rash of the inner calf regions. I reviewed the photographs and immediately asked if she was on vacation at Disney World. She confirmed that she was on vacation and had been to the Magic Kingdom the day prior and at Epcot that very day. One of the most common rashes reported from Disney guests is Exercise-Induced Vasculitis (EIV) and is what most people experience when they talk about the Disney rash or the Epcot rash. EIV is also commonly called Golfer’s Vasculitis because the doctor who published an early study on the condition started investigating it as a result of patients who complained of developing a rash on their lower legs and ankles while playing golf.
Most people are not accustomed to walking 5-10 miles in a single day. The venous return system is overwhelmed and not able to transport the venous blood back to the heart. This back up of venous blood causes venous stasis. The rash appears over the inner aspect of the lower extremities from the calf to the ankle and is related to extended periods of long distance walking or standing. People with varicose veins are more prone to developing the rash. Prolonged standing causes vein blood flow stasis. Blood flow backs up and pools in the lower extremities. The legs and ankles begin to swell. Fluid leaks from the veins and capillaries into the soft tissues. The swelling inflames the small blood vessels in the cells and causes red bumps to appear on the surface of the skin directly related to the areas of maximum swelling. This particular rash can be itchy. The reason that the rash doesn’t occur below the sock line is that socks and shoes provide compression that reduces edema and prevents damage to small blood vessels. In fact, compression stocking therapy is a mainstay in the prevention of Disney Rash. This type of rash is not contagious and typically goes away in about a week.
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How to Avoid Exercise-Induced Vasculitis (EIV):
• Get walking! One of best things you can do is to begin regularly walking in the months prior to your trip to Disney; this will increase your stamina and you’ll enjoy the whole vacation more. • Drink Plenty of Water - It may seem counter-intuitive but drinking water will help reduce swelling. People sometimes decrease their water consumption in the parks because of the cost of bottled water and because Florida tap water has a strong taste. You can get a free cup of filtered ice water at any Disney quick-service restaurant. • Elevate your feet – Once swelling begins, you may be able to decrease it by raising your feet above your heart. • Take Aleve or Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) at the beginning of the day. In this case, you’re taking ibuprofen, which has anti-inflammatory properties, to reduce swelling, so take it in the morning, before you start walking in the parks. Consider repeating the dose throughout the day, per package instructions. • Wear Socks – Wearing taller socks or even compression socks will cover the skin and restrict swelling. • Cool the affected area – Cover affected areas with wet towels, get in the swimming pool, or even rub an ice cube over the area, if you’re still in the parks. • Alternate your activities – Look for things like shows, longer rides, and 3D movies that get you off of your feet and out of the sun in the theme parks.
What to Do If You Already Have the Rash
• Use a topical anti-itch ointment. They can give you an ointment at the first aid stands in the park or you can purchase an over-the-counter variety in a pharmacy. Some people swear by those blue, aloe “after burn” gels available in drug stores; others recommend calamine lotion. • Consult a doctor if you get worse or if the rash doesn’t begin clearing on its own in about a week, sooner if your symptoms progress or do not respond to conservative measures. • Consider formal ultrasound review to determine if you have significant venous reflux and varicose veins.
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Gò0dNews for Everyone Studying the Bible Effectively (Part 1 of 2)
I
by Kelly McDonald, Jr.
n a previous edition of the GoodNews magazine, we
program. These programs allow you to search for
discussed reading through the entire Bible in one
specific subjects from your computer or phone without
year. This is a powerful study method. Another
having any internet connection.
way we can learn from the Bible is to study specific
If you are not technologically inclined, you can buy
subjects. In this article, we will look at a simple
a concordance. A concordance is a physical book that
process to study specific subjects as well as effective
lists every verse in the Bible where a specific word or
tools that will assist you.
subject is discussed. In this instance, you would look
Let’s suppose you wanted to learn more about prayer. The first step is to look up every instance of that word in the Bible. While this sounds like a daunting task, there are tools available that can help you.
up the word “prayer” in the book. The most common concordance is called Strong’s Concordance. When you study a specific subject, you can always search for multiple words or phrases related to the subject that you are studying. For prayer, you would also want to search “intercession” or “thanksgiving.” These words will generate a few more verses because they are related to prayer. As you conduct these different searches write down a list of scriptures you find in a notebook. As you study in this manner, you do not have to write down every word of a verse; you can just write the actual reference itself. This is called compiling or listing. As a short example, let’s say you started to compile a list of scriptures pertaining to prayer in the New International Version (NIV). Your list would
First, you can use a free online Bible search engine
start with the following verses: Genesis 20:7, Genesis
like www.biblegateway.com. This website allows you
20:17, Genesis 24:12, Genesis 24:15, Genesis 24:45, and
to search a specific subject in different translations of
Genesis 25:21.
the Bible. You just type in the word or words related
These are the first six places in the Bible where
to that subject. In this instance, you would type the
prayer is discussed. Obviously, there are many more
word “Prayer” in the search bar. Then, you choose the
instances of the word prayer in the Bible. This is a
translation you want to use. Last, you click the search
short sample as an example. In the next article, we will
button. Once you do so, it will bring up a list of verses
develop this further and finish this discussion.
that mention the word prayer. Secondly, there are apps this same purpose. E-Sword is a common program—it can be downloaded as a phone app and/or a computer
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for your phone and even computer programs that serve
Kelly McDonald, Jr. is an international Evangelist with Hungry Hearts Ministries and pastors a church in Cleveland. He has written a combined total of 40 books and booklets on pursuing a deeper relationship with Jesus. www.hungryheartsministry.com.
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Italian Lentil Stew 16 oz bag of dried black lentils (2) 32 oz containers of Vegetable stock 1 tbsp ground fennel seed (or fennel powder) 3 tbsp organic soy sauce 1 tbsp Italian seasoning 1 28 oz can of organic crushed tomatoes 1 onion chopped 2 carrots chopped 3 cloves chopped garlic 2 tbsp olive oil.
In a Dutch oven or large pot over medium high heat add olive oil, onion, and the carrots. Sauté until onions begin to get translucent and then add the garlic. Add the fennel seed and Italian Seasoning and stir until you start to smell them. Cook a few more minutes and then add the dried lentils. Coat the lentils and cook for a couple of minutes before adding the vegetable stock, crushed tomatoes, and soy sauce. Stir and bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer. (If you have a slow cooker this is a great time to transfer the stew and cook on low for 6 hours if you have things to do! ) On the stove cook on low (uncovered) for about 5-6 hours until it’s thick. Serve with grated parmesan or your favorite cheese and some crusty bread.
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Tiffany Pendergrass is a lifestyle photographer, writer and SAHM to three girls. She actively pursues the goodness of God and the beauty of domestic life: baking, cooking, gardening and crafting. You can find her on her blog. www.nesting-project.com
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Chan’s New Church by Daniel Murch
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his is a must-read book for church leaders and members. Francis Chan writes from his heart throughout this book. He talks about
his own failures and where he felt he went wrong as a pastor as his church was growing. This book is full of knowledgeable nuggets that will make you examine yourself as you read. This book will leave you challenged to rethink the idea of church and how we as Christians can love His bride again. I am going to discuss three quotes that stuck out to me reading this book. I highlighted a lot more, but I want to touch on a few. You will have to buy the book for yourself to get the rest of the treasure!
If we are serious about winning the lost, we must be serious about pursuing unity. I wanted to scream in agreement as I read this sentence in the book. In a world that is so divided, the church needs to be the place that the world looks to for peace. If the church cannot be a place of peace and unity then what is the purpose of the church. Here is a good question to ask yourself: Am I bringing unity to the church?
Do you show up to gatherings looking to serve? This is a hot topic among a lot of churches. The consumer-based church goer. I have been guilty of doing this in church. Some people will go from church to church looking to serve their own personal needs, but the problem is that they’ve become so focused on themselves that the church loses purpose. Church leaders cannot focus on making people happy. This eats away at the mission of the church. Church leaders need to encourage people to serve. I have noticed that once people found their place to serve in church, the consumer-based church goer is gone. It is a mindset that has to change.
It’s time for us to figure out what it means to be the Church in the wild. I leave you with this thought. I am not going to expand a lot on the quote above, but it is reality. It is a crazy time for the church! It is time to release people to be the church. The world is a wild place, and it is time for the church to get in the wild. It is time to stop being caged and going to church for ourselves. It is our time to
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love the verse Matthew 6:33 in the Passion
I believe the Word of the Lord. I believe that if
Translation, which states “So above all, constantly
He said that He will add all of these other things
chase after the realm of God’s kingdom and the
like marriage to us if we are seeking Him first, then
righteousness that proceeds from him. Then all
He will be faithful. I want to encourage you to seek
these less important things will be given to you
Him harder than you have before. Not only does He
abundantly.” I don’t think this verse is saying that
want to use you, but He wants to prepare you for
nothing else is important besides the kingdom,
your spouse in your season of singleness. He wants
rather that the kingdom is simply the most
both of you to be ready when you find each other.
important of all things. Verse 26 also states that our Heavenly Father ensures that the birds of the earth always have something to eat. If He cares about the birds, doesn’t He care about our hearts greatest desires and biggest dreams? I think many people, including myself, tend to focus on our current situations or status a little too much (social, relationship, job rank, etc.) and we take our focus off of where our help comes from. And yes, we focus more on finding a spouse than on the one who we should be following to lead us to them. You see, in our singleness God
From the intimate times in His presence, He wants
still wants to use us. God still wants us to grow. He
to instill in you the same love to show others that He
wants us to be a mighty force against the enemy
loves you with.
and not become continually distracted because
We love others because God first loved us (1
we are infatuated with the thought of what could
John 4:19). Do not be afraid to continue to fall more
be. In fact, I believe God wants to do some of our
in love with your first love, that is Jesus. I know my
greatest maturing spiritually speaking while we
covenant woman of God shall come in due season,
are single, because we are not distracted by anyone
and believe that your spouse will also. Your greatest
else. We have the choice to give Him our full
seasons are yet to come in Jesus’s name.
author and finisher of our faith.
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Education: The Key to Individuality
s an educator for the past two decades, I have had the opportunity to meet a variety of ‘individuals’. While many people would interpret individuality as an outward appearance or style of dress, individuality has many more facets than just what people see. In fact, the Bible references how God views us in 1 Samuel 16:7. It says that He sees our individual hearts, not our appearance. This scripture supports what countless generations have been told by their parents and other authority figures –not to “judge a book by its cover”. Unfortunately, that is what we do
as a result of human nature. We feel safety if we judge others by the way they look and trust a pre-conceived idea about how that person may act, but how a person looks is not his / her true individuality. So, what is ‘true individuality’? A quick Google search would identify that individuality can be defined as “the quality or character of a particular person or thing that distinguishes them from others of the same kind.” The Old Testament prophet, Jeremiah, identified how God defines the individual persona He created for us by saying, “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and
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not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future” (Jeremiah 29:11). This verse says that God created plans for you, and if this is the case, then His plans are tailored to each individual. After all, why would God create the same plan for everyone? It would be useless for everyone to fulfill the same exact plan. The apostle Paul reiterated the unique plan that God has created for each of us, when he wrote, “For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand so that we would walk in them” (Ephesians 2:10). Through this lens, I have come to see the term “individual’ to describe the students and adults who have discovered the unique plan that God has for them or more fully realized this plan. That is where I believe educators are called to assist in the development of individuality. I believe that the major goals of all educators should be to help students (1) explore their gifts and talents, (2) expand their knowledge base, and (3) have the opportunity to gain experience. Through these three pursuits, our students come to understand their true individuality and ultimately God’s good works and plans for their lives.
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by Nat Akiona
Nat Akiona has served as the principal of Walker Valley for the past 3 years, and prior to that was the principal of North Lee Elementary school for 8 years, assistant principal at Walker Valley for 2 years, and a classroom English teacher for 10 years. He and his wife, Sandy (who is a guidance counselor at Walker Valley) have a son, Brandon (a freshman at Lee University), and a daughter, Ashlynn (a sophomore at Walker Valley High School).
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Is Forgiveness Obtainable? (Part 3)
hat is your reaction in finding something quite refreshing to you? Would you embrace it and hold on to it for dear life; especially if you're hurting? Embrace and hold on to those things that are good, virtuous, and of edifying content. Let those refreshed feelings keep you involved in the forgiveness process. Good and wholesome things are gifts from God and what an influence they have upon our lives. When an individual allows the forgiveness process to begin in their heart, there has been a seed of tenderness planted within their heart. Nurture that seed of tenderness and you'll be pleasantly surprised at the end result you'll observe in your life. Changes in life can be quite difficult, but when we see the results, we then can be proud of them. Change only comes when one has changed his or her ways to insure the end results will be different. If we always continue in the same actions, we will continue to reap the same results as in the past. Nurture good seed and you will see life changing results. In God's creation plan, he did not intend for anyone to walk through life alone. During the forgiveness process, you need to encourage yourself in the Lord and look to the hills of Zion from where your help for life is found. Also, encourage others in the Lord and you will find encouragement to continue walking the path in life that God has ordained for you. An encourager is always a blessing to others and in return a wonderfully blessed individual. The forgiveness process flourishes and blooms beautifully in an encouraging atmosphere. Sometimes we need to use severance of all ties with individuals, situations, and other possible interferences which could derail the positive progress of the forgiveness process. This action should be carefully considered as the setting of reasonable boundaries placed leaving the possibility of the relationship being restored in the future. The severance should be in place as a protective tool and not being vengeful to harm or further injure either parties involved. We need to keep in touch with the value of each individual that God has
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so uniquely created in his own image and likeness. Would it be safe to consider that without sincerity embracing the whole forgiveness process, it would be, "I’m sorry I was caught doing wrong," instead of truthful repentant expressions? We need to exemplify an attitude of being serious concerning the situation and approach it with sincerity. If an individual demonstrates sincerity, it eases the process of accepting a mistake or a step backwards during the process of forgiveness. It also
keeps at bay doubt in the beginning and throughout the process concerning the individual’s motive. Sincerity strongly re-establishes trust in relationships allowing the healing process to be beautifully completed. Forgiveness is a wonderful thing as it allows restorative healing to occur in relationships of the lives it touches. No one wants to live in a condition of hurt, anger, or emotional pain for the rest of their lives. Unforgiveness binds people in the bondage of bitterness, anger, and hatred to the point of complete destruction of their lives. Let God's amazing grace touch your life so the forgiveness process can begin in your life today.
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was born into bondage. My mother was a paranoid schizophrenic and she was in and out of the metal hospital my whole life. She heard voices. She saw people and things that were not really there. My mother was extremely abusive at the beginning of my life. She locked me in the house would hit me, scream, curse,
and carry on for long hours. I never experienced what “normal” was like as a child. On top of all this, she pulled me out of my school in kindergarten and I didn’t learn how to read or do math until I was almost in the 8th grade. My father was almost totally unspoken for. I never have known any real details about him. When I got to a certain age, I realized my mother needed a
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mother. I became her mother. I did not have a “normal” or “healthy” childhood by any means. I had to grow up very fast. As you can imagine, this puts a lot of pressure on a young girl. The rebellion started at 11 years old. I began to use drugs, get involved in bad relationships, and hang out with the wrong crowd. I felt so empty inside. I wanted something to fill the void inside me and bring purpose into my life. I wanted someone to love me. I wanted to know what it was like to be in a “normal and healthy” relationship. All I had known was dysfunction. I looked to men to fill the void for a long time. I always thought I had to have a man in my life to be happy. I thought if a man would love me, then maybe he would give me some of what I missed from my Father. This only led to heartbreak after heartbreak and an even greater emptiness inside me. God saved me from destroying my life. The redemption started at 15 years old when I came to New Life Bible College and Norvel Hayes Ministries in Cleveland, Tennessee. I attended summer school and it radically changed my life forever. In summer school, I learned about the power of the Holy Spirit and God’s love. I learned about who I truly was destined to become. I learned my identity and my purpose. I learned who I was in Christ. As I grew up, trials and tribulations came to shake my faith and steal my identity. As I have grown, I have managed to weather life’s storms by holding onto my purpose. God has always been the anchor that holds my soul. God has been my Father when I had no idea who my earthly father was. “Hope we have as an anchor of the soul, both sure and steadfast, and which enters into that within the veil”(Hebrews 6:19). “A father of the fatherless, a defender of widows, Is God in his holy habitation” (Psalm 68:5). About The Author
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Heather McLaughlin is a wife, Mother, and entrepreneur. Heather’s desire is to see the lost saved, the sick healed, and the captives set free. She is now currently in business for herself as a Real Estate Agent with Realty Specialists.
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William is originally from Southwest Florida where he started in Real Estate as an Agent in 1981 and has been full time ever since. William and his wife Samantha, along with their children, first moved to Cleveland TN in 2006 and William joined KW CLEVELAND Keller Williams, Cleveland TN’s Number 1 Real Estate Company January 1, 2017 . They are blessed parents of 9 children and grandparents of 6. William is highly motivated to list and sell Real Estate and to serve his Clients for the obvious reasons. Real estate is literally William’s life! It’s all he’s ever done since 1981, over 36 years ago. As an Affiliate Broker and Listing Agent, William prospects daily for Buyers and Sellers. He also maintains ongoing contact with his clients to ensure that they remain in a strong market position and move toward achieving their real estate goals. When William isn’t out selling a house, you can find him with his Family or at OCI, Omega Center International. Cell 423.813.9800; Office 423.303.1200.
Rita Haynie - Mortgage Loan Originator
As one of the leading providers of Mortgage Services in Bradley County, Southern Heritage Bank has developed a reputation for taking great care of customers. Rita Haynie is no exception and as part of the Home Loan Dream team with her 28 years experience, she can help you determine the best type of loan to fit your objectives and budget. Our local underwriting and processing sets us apart and you can benefit from a smooth and efficient process as well as fast approvals and closings. Enjoy Unbelievably Good service with the Southern Heritage Home Loan experts. NMLS #659301; Cell 423.505.2707; Office 423.303.1730.
Dan Lindeman - Commercial and Residential Inspector
Dan Lindeman is the owner and manager of Tri-State Property Inspections, a company he started in 2004. Now in their 13th year, Tri-State Property Inspections employs two inspectors, a marketing person, and an office manager. All of Tri-State’s inspectors are licensed by the state of Tennessee and certified by the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors (InterNACHI). Tri-State Property Inspections provides home inspections, commercial inspections, mold inspections, radon testing, well water testing and septic evaluations. All of these services are backed by a 200% satisfaction guarantee. Office 423.559.9495
Travis Henry - Real Estate Attorney Title and Closing
A graduate of Auburn University and the University of Memphis School of Law, Travis D. Henry concentrates his practice in the areas of real estate, secured lending and litigation. He represents numerous investors, developers, lenders and participants in real estate, secured lending and other business transactions. Travis handles various types of litigation including boundary line disputes, corporate dissolutions, estates, creditor collections, subdivision restriction enforcement and actions to quiet title. In addition. Travis is a licensed title insurance agent with Old Republic Title Insurance Company. Office 423.339.0529
These Professionals are Highly Motivated, With Years Of Experience. They Work Hard To Help You Obtain The Best Possible Price And Terms, In The Shortest Amount Of Time.
WILLIAM EILF, REALTOR® Cell 423.813.9800
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