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Contents NOVEMBER 2023
GoodNews from the Pastor’s Desk
8 Seeking God Beyond Worry by Bruce Sloan
GoodNews Money Matters
10 Essential Financial
Documents to Begin Gathering for Filing Your Taxes
by Granger Hughes GoodNews for Men
14 Thank Him through the Fog! by David Voyles
GoodNews for Women
16 “I Can Do All Things...” But Not Everything
GoodNews for your Taste Buds
32 Mama’s Banana Pudding by Tom Gilmore
GoodNews Poetry
34 The Thanksgiving Turkey BBQ Test
by Charles Finney GoodNews Business Spotlight
36 Farmers Union Mutual Fire Insurance Company
GoodNews for Health & Fitness
38 Handling the Holidays (Without Overeating)
by Courtney Fox
by Jenice Saint
GoodNews for Seniors
GoodNews for Marriage
by Jan Merop
18 Forty Years and a Little Flower
by Tammy Madden GoodNews Community Spotlight
20 Men and Women of Action: Be a Part of Love in Action
GoodNews for Homeschool Moms
24 Gratitude in Motherhood by Jennifer Cobb
GoodNews Cover Story
28 Chase Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics: Captivating Beauty and Confidence in Cleveland, Tennessee
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40 A Box of Noodles GoodNews for Everyone
42 Gratitude
by Brian Johnson
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44 Thanksgiving with Psalm 131
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by Danette Reeves
GoodNews for Kids
48 Brave Believers: Even Me! by Sierra Chess
GoodNews for Everyone
50 Thankful for Change by Paula Burgner
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Gò0dNews from the Pastor’s Desk
Seeking God Beyond Worry
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by Bruce Sloan
current Christian worry appears to be Artificial
How do we address the problems that could be
Intelligence (AI). For most of us, this new
associated with AI? Is there an honest source that could lead
terminology was something from science fiction
us through the understanding and proper use of AI? As in
and comic book cartoons. AI which has been around for
all new inventions, we realize that there is good and bad. It
many years has become a new fearful thought and an “end
is how we hope to use it to advance the Kingdom of God.
of the world” conversation. Will AI take over the world and
Obviously, there will be others who will want to make AI
make us useless? The Christian community has had to deal with powers that have attempted to destroy their faith for centuries. Indeed, Christians have had to contend with Pharaohs, Caesars, and Pagan temples from the earliest of days. A new power on the scene does not bring us to the fear of becoming useless but to a realistic practice of our faith. For this time you and I were born to build the church and to stand on the Word of God. No, AI has not changed God’s plan or purpose. It is something to understand, but not to fear. Our intelligence is capable of much, but often we relinquish our power to let other people tell us
an instrument for their own welfare. Deception first begins
what we should do or purchase. The oceans are filling
with us. We are to seek first the kingdom of God.
up with our plastic bags, nations are being punished by
Recently, I began to use a headset for watching
weapons of mass destruction, and our nation is drugging
television. When I place the earpiece over my ears it says
ourselves silly. We are to live, and not die says the scripture.
“Headset is on.” In a few seconds, it says: “connected.”
We should remember that God is for us. An early
There is a difference between “on” and being
Christian confession of faith declares: “What is the chief
“connected.” This is a simple way of expressing our faith.
and highest end of man? Man’s chief and highest end is to
We are a Christian, but we also need to stay connected to
glorify God, and fully enjoy Him forever.” Our purpose is
God. The Psalmist sings “The earth is the Lord’s and all
to bring God glory and praise. “God will never leave you
it holds”(see Psalm 24:1). This is a time of being watchful,
nor forsake you” (see Hebrews 13:5). Every generation of
our lamps filled with oil, as we are awakened to the
Christians welcomes their time of witness to a world that
wonder of God’s presence.
deliverance from that which seeks to destroy us.
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iling taxes is an annual responsibility that can be daunting if you're not adequately prepared. To ensure a smooth and accurate tax-filing process, it's crucial to gather all the
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• Investment Account Statements: If you have brokerage or investment accounts, collect your quarterly or annual statements. These documents provide insights into your investment activity, including dividends, capital gains, and interest earned. They can also help with determining the cost basis that may be needed. • Retirement Account Statements: If you have an Individual Retirement Account (IRA), 401(k), or other retirement accounts, gather the annual statements. These documents detail your contributions, withdrawals, and any tax-related information. • Foreign Account Reports: If you have foreign financial accounts, you may need to file the Foreign Bank Account Report (FBAR) separately. Consult with a tax professional to ensure compliance if you have offshore accounts. • Rental Property Records: If you own rental properties, gather all relevant financial documents, including rental income records, expense receipts, and records of any improvements made to the property. • Business Financial Records: If you own a business, ensure you have all financial records related to your business operations. This includes income statements, balance sheets, and expense records. • Miscellaneous Financial Documents: Don't forget any other financial documents that may impact your tax situation, such as records of alimony received or paid, gambling winnings and losses, and records of any large financial transactions. Filing your taxes becomes less daunting when you have all the necessary documents organized and ready to go. Start gathering these documents as soon as you can to avoid last-minute stress and potential errors. Remember that keeping records of your financial transactions throughout the year can make the tax-filing process much smoother. When in doubt, consulting with a tax professional and investment advisor can help ensure you're taking advantage of all available deductions and credits while staying compliant with tax regulations.
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Gò0dNews for Men
Thank Him through the Fog! by David Voyles
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t's easy to be thankful when we feel happy and blessed, but what about those times when our whole world is falling apart? Paul the apostle says in 1 Thessalonians
5:18 NIV “Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” While it is biblical to be thankful in the good and bad times, it's not always easy to do. However, I have found my weakest moments and hardest struggles are the times I ended up being most thankful for. This may seem counterintuitive, but it’s these experiences that build and strengthen our minds, bodies, and spirits. These are the moments that will bring us closer to our Lord and provide a glimpse into the awesome power of prayer and gratitude. That is why it is so important to be thankful and rely on Him during our worst moments.
this one. I will leave you with a poem I wrote as a teen when
Thank Him when the fog is thick and the answers are not
I was at a dark place in my life. This poem was my way of
clear. Ultimately, our thankfulness will reveal and confirm
praising God even when I didn’t always know there would
our faith in the Savior and teach us what it is to share our
be a better day tomorrow.
God doesn't promise to never give us more than we can handle. In fact, it's quite the opposite. He wants us to seek Him in the difficult times and crave His intervention. While He may not immediately lead us out of the darkest moments, He will walk beside us through the fire and difficulties. He will share the burden with us and sustain us through it all. The Word says in Psalms 55:22 CSB “Cast your burden on the Lord, and He shall sustain you.” Next time you think everything is lost, take a step back and look at the blessings you possess. For each breath you take to each step you make, God should be thanked and praised. Without Him, none of it would have been possible and there would be no opportunity for a better tomorrow or a better life after this one has run its course. There truly is so much we can be thankful for if we just open our eyes a bit wider and look deeper into our hearts. We can be thankful because God is worthy of our praise. God has blessed us. God gives us hope. God grows us through our challenges. God Gives us strength. God has provided a better life after
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As I felt that the world would never let me be, He was there to hide me so no one could see. As I lost all hope for a world full of hate, He showed me so quickly it's never too late. As I shed many tears for all love that had passed. He shared His love, more than one could ever ask. As I thought I walked alone in a life dark and gray, He was there the whole time leading the way. God, thank you for being my hope. Dear God, thank you for teaching me to cope. Thank you for lifting me up. Dear God, thank you for overfilling my cup. Thank you for easing my fears. Dear God, thank you for drying my tears. I wish to thank you God for all the help. If life is a dance, please continue to show me the steps. Happy Thanksgiving Everyone! About The Author
burden with Him.
David Voyles loves Jesus, his family, cars of all sorts, and folks of all sorts. That’s why he is sharing this message about the love of Jesus with you.
Gò0dNews for Women
“I Can Do All Things...” But Not Everything
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by Jenice Saint
riorities...easy to accumulate, but not always easy to
With God as the priority in our lives, I believe our next
navigate. We women sometimes find that our priorities
priority should be family. God places importance on the family:
list has grown too long. How can we then best honor God
“Honor your father and your mother” (Exodus 20:12). “Children's
with our lives? God should always be first priority. Mark 12:30 NIV directs
children are a crown to the aged, and parents are the pride of their children” (Proverbs 17:6). The priority of family in the Christian
“You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with
life should not be taken lightly. We have responsibility for those in
all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.”
our household, to love and care for them, protect them, pray for
For women in ministry, sometimes this can be challenging. We
them, and be the Christian example for them. Similar to serving in church or other ministry, serving in the family can also become overwhelming if we over-commit. We can certainly enjoy all of the wonderful activities of a family (ball games, gymnastics classes, etc.), but we should be careful not to fill our lives with so many activities that we lose the joy of the activities. Sometimes it's necessary to re-evaluate all that we do and re-prioritize. Days don't have to be filled completely with activities. It's good to work and play, but a time of rest is also needed. Rest is not just when you go to bed exhausted after a day full of activities, but it's also just a time to get alone for a while and "chill" and have some quiet time. Psalm 46:10 directs “Be still, and know that I am God.” Spend time reflecting on God's goodness to you and your family. After prioritizing God and family, allow the Lord to direct what your additional priorities should be. A work/life/family balance is important in order for you to not become overwhelmed. We were not created to be super-women nor to be all things to all people. For us to be effective in ministry, in family, and in our daily lives, we also need to take care of our own spiritual and emotional needs and allow God to lead us in all that we do.
can feel the pressure to say “Yes” to every request or need that
Over-committing can ultimately lead to burnout and the danger
we encounter in ministry, often to the point that we over-commit
of becoming ineffective or even bitter. Philippians 4:13 says, “I
because we are sympathetic to and passionate about the cause of
can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” We can do
Christ and we want to do all that we can do to further the Gospel,
all things that He has called us to do, but we are not called to do
the good news of Jesus, and to help people in need. If we're not
everything. Christ graciously empowers us to accomplish all that
careful, we can become overwhelmed with responsibilities and
He wills for us to accomplish. Love the Lord, do His will, and pray
become too distracted to pray, worship, and read the Scriptures.
for direction in establishing priorities for everything else.
do, so that we're able to worship God with our service and not just perform tasks out of obligation.
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About The Author
It is important to exercise good judgment in what we commit to Jenice Saint is a graduate of Lee University with a degree in Accounting. She resides in Cleveland, Tennessee with her husband, Ranny, and her German shepherd, Sheba.
Gò0dNews for Marriage
Forty Years and a Little Flower by Tammy Madden
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or forty years my husband and I have walked through this life together. Many people have asked us how we have done
it. The first thing I say is GOD! He has been our rock. God was there for us even when we weren't serving Him the way we should have been. Marriage was created by God. We must all put Him in the center of it.
The secret to me for a long and happy marriage is to always be there for one another. When my husband and I first got together, we made a promise to each other to always work through any disagreement we had. We also promised to never go to bed angry and to always say, “I love you.” The statement “I love you” is not just words, it’s something we need to hear and know it’s true. Showing your love to your spouse is so important. Many years ago, we were driving down a mountain, enjoying the scenery. Out of nowhere my husband pulled over and got out. I could not understand why he would be doing that on the side of a mountain! When he got back in the car, he handed me the prettiest little flower. That flower meant more to me than all the dozens of flowers he had bought me over the years. It’s the little things that matter in a marriage. We had tried for
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seventeen
years to have a baby and finally decided it
trying times for us due to health issues as we
must not be meant for us. After all that time,
age, but we have just leaned on our Heavenly
my husband finally got saved. Directly after
Father. We pray for each other. Each day, we
that, I got pregnant. Our sweet Megan got very
get through.
sick at eleven months old and needed a heart
The Bible tells us we should leave our father
transplant. You would think that a couple
and mother and cleave only to each other.
going through a six-month hospital stay would
Genesis 2:24 KJV says, “Therefore a man shall
be torn apart. It’s sad but true, it typically
leave his father and mother and be joined to
tears many couples apart if their children get
his wife, and they shall become one flesh.” This
deathly sick. She also ended up with a brain
is the most important verse to me in the Bible
injury. We allowed God to use it to bring us
when speaking about marriage. As long as we
closer together. On the days I was weak, he
are willing to hold tight to each other and put
was strong and on the days he was weak, I was
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Gò0dNews Community Spotlight
Men and Women of Action: Be a Part of Love in Action
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n a world where compassion and hands-on service
come together to build homes, schools, churches, and
are increasingly important, the Men and Women of
other vital structures in communities where they are
Action Church of God (MWOA) stands as a shining
desperately needed. These teams not only construct
example of what it means to be a part of love in action.
physical buildings but also build bridges of friendship
This organization provides a unique opportunity
and understanding, fostering connections that
for men and women to channel their skills, energy,
transcend borders and languages.
and dedication into building projects and initiatives
Disaster Relief and Recovery
around the world. While MWOA's primary focus is coordinating construction teams, their impact extends far beyond, encompassing disaster relief and recovery, humanitarian projects, celebration teams, and essential discipleship training. MWOA's mission is to be a tangible expression of God's love, bringing hope, healing, and transformation to communities in need. Through their dedication to service, they strive to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people across the globe. Here, we delve deeper into what makes MWOA a beacon of love in action.
Construction Teams At the heart of MWOA's efforts are their construction teams. Volunteers from all walks of life
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In times of crisis, MWOA springs into action. Natural disasters can devastate communities, leaving them in urgent need of assistance. MWOA's rapid response teams provide immediate relief and work tirelessly to help affected areas recover and rebuild. Their presence brings comfort and hope to those facing unimaginable challenges.
Humanitarian Projects Beyond construction and disaster relief, MWOA is involved in various humanitarian projects. These initiatives address critical needs such as clean water access, medical care, education, and poverty alleviation. By tackling these issues head-on, MWOA aims to empower communities and improve the overall quality of life for those they serve.
Celebration Teams MWOA recognizes the importance of spreading joy and positivity. Celebration teams bring a sense of festivity to different settings, whether it's through music, dance, or cultural exchange. These moments of celebration not only uplift spirits but also create lasting memories for all involved.
To stay updated on MWOA's inspiring projects and volunteer opportunities, interested individuals can follow them on their Facebook page: MWOA Facebook Page. This platform offers a glimpse into the organization's ongoing efforts and serves as a vital connection between MWOA and its supporters. Men and Women of Action is more than just an organization; it's a movement driven by love, compassion, and a commitment to making the world a better place. Through their diverse initiatives and unwavering dedication, MWOA exemplifies the power of individuals coming together to be a part of love in action. As they continue to build, heal, and inspire, they remind us all that small acts of kindness can have a profound impact on the lives of many.
Discipleship Training MWOA understands that sustainable change goes beyond physical projects. They invest in discipleship training to equip individuals with the tools they need to lead and serve within their own communities. This focus on empowerment ensures that the impact of MWOA's work endures long after their teams have left.
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Gratitude in Motherhood
the car with me, that I loved more than any other person, my fears became completely magnified. I trusted my driving and my abilities, but all these other people who like to drive on the road? Not a chance.
by Jennifer Cobb
Over time, my, “fun self” got so bogged
A
down with the What If’s that I played out in s a young girl, I was very social
my mind. I now don’t go on trips very far
and enjoyed doing new things. I
without my husband or kids, and I absolutely
would be the first up for a silly
will not drive through Atlanta unless it is a
dare or a surprise random weekend trip. I could (but not very well) parallel park
life-or-death emergency. Recently, my oldest daughter and I have
and even drive myself through downtown
had helpful discussions about how I feel
Atlanta with no issues.
anxious about situations because of how I want to protect everything and yet, there are sometimes things out of my control. My daughter then opened up to me about several of her fears, and we worked some different things out together that we may need to work on with Jesus to make sure we live life to the fullest of our abilities. As a mother, (who
Fast forward to the present day, and add
homeschools and, as stated before, doesn’t
in a few children. Once there was someone in
really get away much) there are days that
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are exhausting mentally and physically. It
So I will have you know, we recently
takes a lot in today’s generation to make
went out as a family to our local thrift store.
sure that I am equipping my children
We each picked out different silly outfits
with the love and the grace of God in a
for one another that we agreed beforehand
culture that tells them He isn’t important.
had to be worn at a future location. We
But one of the many simple pleasures
took the outfits home for me to wash, and
of motherhood is that I am grateful for
we plan on going cosmic bowling with our
children who help grow me as a woman of
fashionable attire soon. Silly, fun, and not
God that they can hopefully choose to look
worth stressing about since I am choosing
up to as they mature in His goodness. My
to embrace these amazing little people and
children encourage me to be a beautiful
their ideas on how to be a better mom who
representation of a bolder, happier version
can appreciate the small experiences in life.
of myself that I don’t always see, yet for motherhood is an easy task, but not allowing fear to govern your motherhood is a harder feat to conquer daily.
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they seem to see in me. Being grateful Jennifer Cobb is a stay at home Mom to two beautiful girls and wife to her Godsend. She enjoys coffee and nature walks.
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Mama’s Banana Pudding
In memory of Mary Bess (nee South) Gilmore (November 16, 1941 - February 11, 2014) by Tom Gilmore
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t’s November and that means Mama’s birthday month. Nothing brings my mama to mind like the sweet, warm
Instructions
smell of her banana pudding rising from the stovetop. It
rarely made it to the serving dish! We’d pull bowls from the cupboard as soon as we knew she was headed to the kitchen
• 1/8 to 1/4 cup of sugar
with this comfort-food recipe as her goal.
• 1 can sweetened condensed milk, pour into saucepan. With the empty can from the sweetened condensed milk, measure 1 can of regular milk.
Sweeter still were the conversations we held while she was at the stovetop and we kids were perched at the kitchen bar. Dialogue ping-ponged with questions and answers, silly tidbits of local happenings, and announcements of
• 2 eggs
upcoming events or projects at school that concluded with
• 2 tablespoons of sifted flour
a proud mark or accolade. Nothing was off limits in the conversations while Mama stirred. She stirred our hearts too, with her sage advice, her clever wit, and her downhome affirmations that we could and would tackle whatever came our way. She was our best cheerleader. Happy Birthday, Mama!
• Combine ingredients in a saucepan and cook to desired thickness. • Then add 1 tsp vanilla and 1 tbs melted butter, stir well. • In a baking dish, layer a bag of vanilla wafers and 3-4 ripe bananas sliced in rounds. • Pour cooked mixture over the wafers and bananas. Serve warm or chill if desired. • Top with whipped cream or non-dairy topping, sprinkle with cookie crumbs or even chocolate, just whatever you like. We never got that far. It was usually served warm and gone in a few seconds.
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• We don’t know how many servings this yields. It was always eaten before we thought to count!
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The Thanksgiving Turkey BBQ Test
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by Charles Finney
n a quaint little country town,
The old folks hesitated, their tradition at stake,
Where the old folks always wore a frown,
But when the smell of barbecue started to make,
Thanksgiving arrived with joy and cheer,
They agreed to Uncle Bob's bold request,
But it brought a comical twist this year.
And soon the turkey was put to the test.
They gathered 'round, with Bibles in hand,
With barbecue sauce and a sizzling flame,
Ready to bless the fertile land,
The turkey turned juicy, it was never the same,
But the pages were wrinkled, yellow, and torn,
The old folks gathered 'round the grill with delight,
So they hoped the good Lord wouldn't be too forlorn.
As the scent of smoked turkey took flight.
The kitchen bustled with pots and pans, As Grandma cooked with her secret plans, The turkey sat plump, all brown and round, Unaware of the laughter that would soon abound. The family arrived, a rowdy bunch, Kids running wild, what a noisy hunch, Cousins, twice-removed, claimed their fame, While others, who knows from where they came?
They laughed and they sang, forgetting their frown, Thankful for a Thanksgiving that turned upside down,
As the feast was laid out, a sight to behold,
For sometimes tradition needs a little tweak,
There was stuffing, cranberries, and pies untold,
To make memories that are unique.
But the turkey seemed to tremble with fear, For he knew his fate was oh so near.
So, remember this tale of a country Thanksgiving, Where the Good Book and the good meal were living,
Then came Uncle Bob, the grill master supreme,
But in the end, it was the laughter and glee,
He looked at the turkey, and he let out a gleam,
That made it a day of true family glee.
No need for ovens, let's have a turkey grilled fast!"
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About The Author
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Gò0dNews for Health & Fitness Handling the Holidays (Without Overeating) his time of year, there is so much to be thankful for. Some of us might get to see loved ones that we don’t often get to see throughout the rest of the year. Because of this, we are reminded why community and fellowship are important in our spiritual walk with the Lord to stay encouraged and unburdened. The holiday season can bring a few extra enticing opportunities to overeat. If you’re trying to live healthier, some of the things I share might be helpful in making you more aware of how to talk to yourself and strategies you can use to be smart on your journey to healthier living.
Make a list of why you love the holidays. If you listed food, genuinely ask yourself why. Is it something like how you love it when your grandkids are all in one room, drinking hot cocoa, and decorating cookies? Sometimes happy memories incorrectly get associated with food, not with the people we’re sharing the memories with. The good news is that we can learn to redirect our thinking. Get aware of how many meals during the holidays you won’t have control over. We all know there might be a few dinners out, a work party or two, and/ or a special family trip. If a list were made, are there more than a handful of times for festive eating? It helps to journal sometimes. Ask yourself some of these questions as you write: • What’s my goal during the holiday season: to lose weight? Or to maintain my current weight? • What excuses come up during this time of the year around food? • In the past, how have food cravings and urges been handled?
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• In the future, what can be my ‘why’ for staying motivated even when it feels hard? • What is the Lord trying to teach me during this season? Make some decisions beforehand about what’s worth it to you. Store-bought frozen rolls don’t compare with homemade cornbread cooked in that 50-year-old cast iron skillet of grandma’s served with some locally made honey butter. Remind yourself before going to a holiday event or gettogether that there are things you can control around food: • Drinking water and staying hydrated. • Waiting until you’re actually hungry to start eating. Then stopping when you’re satisfied. • Consistently taking your vitamins, supplements, and/ or probiotics if you have incorporated those practices into your life. • Taking part in fun activities such as walking, looking through some family photos, or playing a board game instead of mindlessly snacking in the kitchen. Proverbs 25:16 NLT says, “Do you like honey? Don’t eat too much, or it will make you sick!” The Lord explains everything needs to have balance. He warns us of the temptations to overindulge but also the practicality of not overindulging. If this is truly something you’re working on, go to the Lord in prayer about it. Ask for guidance and self-control, and how you can respect your goals. Allow yourself to get plenty of rest so this can be a restorative time. Make opportunities to have meaningful conversations with the people you love, really checking in and asking them how life is going. Focus on your interactions with people, not your interactions with food. I hope I have given you some realistic and helpful strategies to move forward with an optimistic mindset so you can conquer all those thoughts about tailgate appetizers, Halloween candy, Thanksgiving side dishes, and Christmas cookies. Enjoy the precious time with your people- that is what really matters. About The Author
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A Box of Noodles ne evening many years ago, the telephone rang and a familiar voice asked if we’d be home. “Yes,” I said. “We’d like to bring you a box of noodles,” Lois said. “Come over,” I invited and hung up the receiver. “Honey,” I called out to my husband. Dave and Lois are coming over to bring us a box of noodles.” I remember thinking how insignificant a box of noodles seemed next to our colossal needs. Our family of five was hurting financially due to my husband’s illness and inability to work. We had repeated God’s promises over and over to ourselves. But sometimes our needs blurred the promises. It’s easy to take things from the hand of the Lord ungraciously. When it’s sunny, we complain it’s hot. When He sends much needed rain, we whine when it arrives at an inconvenient time. We often fail to see life’s little interruptions as opportunities He has sent our way. I determined to be thankful and gracious to our friends for their kind and thoughtful gesture to our family. God wants us to pray with watchful expectancy and thanksgiving. In anticipating that single box of noodles, I thanked God for friends who cared and shared. Consequently, seeing their smiling faces was enough to brighten our weary spirits. But our expectations had been as tiny as that mustard seed of faith that God so willingly receives from us. As I opened the door, Lois was standing there with two bags of groceries. My mouth fell open. “You didn’t have to do this. I thought you were bringing a box of noodles?” “Dave’s getting the box out of the car,” she explained.
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Our puzzlement vanished as Dave came in carrying a huge corrugated box. “What’s that?” we all chorused. “The noodles,” they replied smiling. “Go ahead, open the box.” Chills still run up and down my spine as I recall ripping open the box and seeing pasta in every shape, size, and type imaginable. Our mouths remained open as we exclaimed our delight and thankfulness over and over. Tearfully, we embraced our friends whom the Lord had used to shower us with such unexpected abundance and laughter. They answered our wondering expressions by explaining that Dave worked for a company that manufactured macaroni products—allowing employees to distribute some to those in need. I stored noodles in the refrigerator. I wedged them in alongside dishes in the kitchen cabinets. I even fit them between towels in the linen closet. Wherever I could find empty space, pasta could be found! I felt like the boy who had watched Jesus multiply his five loaves and two fish so there was enough to meet everyone’s needs and still have 12 baskets left over. “And my God will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus” (Philippians 4:19 KJV). Even now in our senior years, God still surprises and assures us of His continuing ability to provide for us. So, don’t underestimate God’s ability to supply. Your answer to prayer may just come in the form of a “box of noodles.” Selah.
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Gratitude
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by Brian Johnson
he Bible is an amazing book! Since you’re reading
He specifically says it will be marrow to our bones, a
this, you probably agree. It has so much to say about
fascinating statement because of the difference in technology
history and, at the same time, helps us spiritually,
and knowledge we have today versus what he had then. It
gives us truth and the ability to spend eternity with God along with showing us how to live now. It’s also scientifically true. When I read I Corinthians
speaks to the fact that God inspired those words. Our white blood cells comprise our immune system and they’re produced in bone marrow. There are several
12, as Paul compares the Church to the physical body, it
different types of white blood cells. Specific ones designed
makes me wonder if he got that thought from Luke. Luke
to fight bacteria, viruses, parasites, fungi, allergies, and even cancer! A study called psychoneuroimmunology began in 1975. It has to do with the effect of the mind on health and resistance to disease. Based on this study, we know that when we’re happy, our immune system functions better. Conversely speaking, when we’re sad or anxious, its function is crippled. This is why it’s so important to have gratitude, to be thankful and content. Philippians 4:6 says “Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.” Don’t be full of care about anything. That can be difficult but when we thank God for what we have in our prayers, it reminds
accompanied Paul on his journeys. Since Luke was a doctor,
us that He is still blessing us. This reminder helps maintain
I imagine they may have had conversations about how the
an attitude of gratitude which, in turn, keeps us healthy.
body works. Could that have been why Paul told Timothy
Proverbs 17:22 says “A merry heart doeth good like a
to “use a little wine” for his “stomach’s sake” and “often
medicine: but a broken spirit drieth the bones.” The medicine
infirmities” (I Tim. 5:23)? Did he learn this medicinal cure
is in us and functions the way God intended when we’re
from Luke? The Bible doesn’t tell us about that instance, but
happy and trusting Him but it does not when we’re focused
there are some things about the body that we can see clearly
on what we don’t have and are unthankful. Appreciate
in the Bible.
what you have. Don’t focus on the negative. Focusing on the
God instructs us to be content. Why? One reason is that it keeps us physically healthy. Proverbs 3:7-8 says, “Be not
blessings God has given us makes an attitude of gratitude easy to maintain. It’ll also keep you healthy!
wise in thine own eyes: fear the LORD, and depart from evil. Solomon lets us know if we rely on the wisdom of God’s word instead of what makes sense to us, it keeps us healthy.
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About The Author
It shall be health to thy navel, and marrow to thy bones.” Brian Edward Johnson is a deacon at his church, nurse and author of Behaving Wisely, One Man’s Journey from Betrayal to Blessing. He longs for Christians to trust God for every aspect of their lives.
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Thanksgiving with Psalm 131
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by Danette Reeves
DONAI, my heart is not proud,
you, doing exactly what He has called you to
nor my eyes lofty, nor do I go
do. You are satisfied.
after things too great or too
“But I have calmed and quieted my soul—
difficult for me.” David certainly captured
like a weaned child with his mother, like a
much growth and wisdom in this Psalm. “My
weaned child is my soul within me.” When
heart is not too proud” shows his rejection
a baby is born dependent on his mother for
of pride in his position, achievements, and
all nourishment and protection, he fights for the security of being near her. Sometimes, nothing else will do except his mother. The baby cries, whines, and is agitated, demanding the fulfillment of his desires. This same child, now weaned, is comforted by the presence of his mother. He no
possessions. “My eyes are not lofty—what a
longer questions “if” someone will meet his
lesson to learn.” Lofty eyes are beyond pride;
needs. He now trusts her to meet them. What a
they look down on others. It’s the attitude of
peaceful place! “Like a weaned child is my soul
being better than someone else. “…I do not go
within me.” David trusts God. God’s presence
after things too great or too difficult for me” is
is his comfort, security, and provision. God
a place of contentment that one can only find
has become his all in all. No need to scream,
knowing you are exactly where God wants
beg, whine, or cry. David has come to a place
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be horrid, but they do not change Who He
child comes to love his mother, not for what
is—Sovereign, Powerful, Almighty, Majestic,
she gives him, but because of who she is. This
Holy God Who is above our circumstances and
verse should make our hearts well up with
faithfully loves us.
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D
Brave Believers: Even Me! by Sierra Chess
o you remember the story about David and
example to others by how we act, talk, and follow
Goliath? (See 1 Samuel 17). David was young
God. Don't be scared, but follow God's instructions
when he took some food to the camp where
and directions.
his brothers were with the army. Their army was
Sometimes, this might be hard and scary, but
fighting an enemy army that included none other
God walks with us through every situation. We
than a giant! David obeyed God and slew the giant.
never know what God has in store for our lives.
David was a brave believer!
David simply obeyed his father and took some food
As David got older, he continued to face
to his brothers. He wasn’t thinking about slaying
challenges in his life. But, no matter what he faced, he
a giant that day. He was probably thinking about
trusted God. Because of this, God allowed David to
how much he needed to get back to his sheep.
become KING! He ruled for many years and did what
David showed his love for God by loving his dad
God asked him to do.
and following instructions. He knew his dad was
As children, we sometimes think that we are too young to fulfill the calling that God has given us. Do
trustworthy. By obeying his dad’s instructions, David felt he was obeying God too. Daniel and his friends
you feel God has called you to sing, teach, dance, or even clean your church? David teaches us that we are
were young when they
never too young to start doing these things for God.
obeyed God by not eating
God Tells us in 1 Timothy 4:12 NIV, “Don’t let
the king’s food or bowing to the
anyone look down on you because you are young, but
king’s idols. The Lord blessed them
set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct,
with special knowledge and skill. They
in love, in faith,
had favor on their lives. (See the book of
and in purity.”
Daniel in the Bible.)
This means that
Another youngster gave his lunch to Jesus.
no matter how
With five loaves of bread and two small fish,
young you are,
Jesus performed a miracle and fed a crowd of
God wants to
more than 5,000 people who had been listening to
use you to bring
Him teach. (See John chapter six).
glory to His
One thing we can know for sure is we are never
kingdom. We
too young – or too old– for God to use us. He will
can set an
always bless us as long as we follow Him! Did you
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About The Author
like this story? Be a brave believer just like David!
Sierra Chess is the Children’s Pastor at Lakeview Community Church in Cleveland, Tennessee. Her mission is to see children come to the Lord through the Word.
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Thankful for Change
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by Paula Burgner
o you ever notice when you step outside and the air
in life, and where you are going. Once you decide to follow
is crisp and the world is full of color it makes you
God with all your heart and make Him the first priority in
feel as though it’s the perfect day? Do you feel as
your life, you will begin to experience blessings and things
though there is a fresh start to the day? This is how every
in life in such a way as you have never before. The moment
day of our lives should be. When we are living for the Lord,
you can give without remembering and receive without
this is how every day feels. Just as the Bible tells us in Ezekiel 28:15 KJV “Thou wast perfect in thy ways from the day that thou wast created, till iniquity was found in thee.” As this time of the year starts to change from summer to fall, it makes everything so beautiful. The colors are so vibrant! It makes it look as though sometimes the world gets covered in a graham cracker crust of brown sugar and cinnamon. It’s as though God took His paintbrush and took the warmth of summer and poured its color out onto the trees and covered the earth with it, showing all its beauty and splendor. The Bible tells us this in Ecclesiastes 3:11 “He hath made everything beautiful in his time.” Not every day will be perfect but you just have to keep pushing through. You can remember as the leaves fall, they will rise again. Just like the trees do not cling to their leaves, they
forgetting, you’ll realize just how blessed you are, as this
release the old to make way for the new. The same goes for
will never go unnoticed by God. The Bible tells us in Luke
you when you give your life to the Lord. The old you will
6:38, “Give, and it shall be given unto you.”
fall, but the new you will come up a better person. The Bible
The Bible also tells us in 2 Corinthians 9:6, “But
tells us this in 2 Corinthians 5:17 “Therefore if any man be
this I say, He which soweth sparingly shall reap also
in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away;
sparingly; and he which soweth bountifully shall reap also
behold, all things are become new.”
bountifully.” So just as excitement comes from the change
The Bible also tells us this in Judges 9:33, “And it shall
of the seasons from summer to fall, you can experience this
be, that in the morning, as soon as the sun is up, thou shalt
same excitement and joy that comes from living your life for
rise early.” Just as the time draws closer to the holidays, you
the Lord.
where you have come from, what you have accomplished
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About The Author
should always remember to be thankful for who you are,
Paula Burgner is a very strong willed, outgoing, girl who loves working out, and she believes in her heart that you are capable of doing anything that you put your mind to.
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Cleveland Church Directory Anglican
Mission Cleveland 1165 Church St SE, Cleveland, TN 37311
Apostolic
First Apostolic Church Of Cleveland 4859 Freewill Rd NW, Cleveland, TN 37312 (229) 343-6880
Assembly of God
The Collectives Church 1976 Westland Dr SW, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 641-0193 Triune Assembly 301 Sunset Drive Cleveland, TN 37312
Baptist
Antioch Baptist Church 2807 Old Alabama Rd. SW McDonald, TN 37353 Beacon Baptist Church 505 Corvin Rd NE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 472-7056 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 Berean Baptist Church 2355 Bucks Pocket Rd SE, Old Fort, TN 37362 (423) 478-1697 Big Spring Baptist Church 1415 Hardwick St SE, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 472-1101 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 Covenant Baptist Church 249 Calhoun Rd SE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 559-2653 Dalton Pike Baptist Church
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3055 Benton Pike NE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (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 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 New Salem Baptist Church 175 Ladd Springs Rd, Cleveland, TN 37323 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 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 357 Highway 64 Ocoee, TN 37361 (423) 338-4292 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 Christ
North Bradley Church of Christ 1510 Stuart Road NE, Suite 207 Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 473-3298
Church of God
Community Chapel Church of God 807 Blythe Ave SE Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 479-2143 Cornerstone Church of God 1826 SE Dalton Pike 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 4635 South Lee Hwy McDonald, TN 37353 (423) 476-6316 International Worship Center Centro Internacional de Adoración 533 Central Ave. NE, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 476-1977 Kinser Church of God 141 Kinser Road Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 476-7400 Lakeview Community Church 105 Pound Street SE 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 NE (423) 284-7573 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 Pine Hill Church of God 1484 Old Alabama Rd McDonald, TN 37353 (423) 488-0939 South Cleveland Church of God 1846 Volunteer Dr SW, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 476-6382 Westmore Church of God 2440 Legacy Pkwy NW Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 479-3415
Church of God of Prophecy
Cleveland Spanish COGOP 2610 Grove Ave. Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 473-7199 Durkee Road COGOP 201 Durkee Rd. Cleveland, TN 37312 (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, TN 37311 (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
Community
Fellowship in Christ 1025 Beech Circle NW Cleveland TN 37312 (423) 314-2382
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 Springs Methodist Church 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 Mt. Zion Methodist Church 7223 Georgetown Rd Cleveland, TN 37312 Pleasant Grove Community Church 3043 Pleasant Grove Church Rd SW Cleveland, TN 37311 Red Hill United Methodist Church 527 Red Hill Valley Road SE Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 728-5413 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 Revolution Life Church 1525 Jones Ave SW, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 310-7287 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 423-472-7371 New Hope Church of the Nazarene 4514 Waterlevel Highway Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 473-3379
Non-Denominational
Benton Pike House Of Prayer 2615 Peach Orchard Hill Rd, Cleveland, TN 37323 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 Church At Grace Point 2595 Old Freewill Rd NW, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 728-5050 Cleveland Community Chapel 1823 Forest Ridge Dr. Cleveland, TN 37311 Cleveland Cornerstone Church 533 Broad St NW, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 479-1775 Community Hall Church 1305 6th Street Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 472-2178 Crossroads Community Church 1000 South Lee Highway Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 716-2871 Dwelling Place Church International 523 Urbane Road NE Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 790-5200 Evening Light Gospel 200 20th St SE Cleveland, TN 37311 Freedom Fellowship Church 3555 Blue Springs Rd, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 478-0654 God’s Family Fellowship 2823 South Lee Hwy Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 458-4490 Graceway Chapel 221 14th St NW, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 728-2226 Jacob’s Tent Fellowship 1080 Montgomery Ave NE, Cleveland, TN 37311 Eleven22 Church 1701 South Lee Hwy Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 488-4526 The Journey Church 3191 South Lee Hwy, McDonald, TN 37353 (423) 728-4100 Living By Faith Ministries 1175 King Edward Avenue Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 457-9072 Living Stones Church 4165 Peerless Rd NW Cleveland, TN 37312 Living Word Church 930 25th Street NW Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 339-3028 Mount Zion Prayer Center 650 25th Street NW Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 478-5044 New Life Bible Church 155 S Ocoee St, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 472-3882 Redemption To The Nations 2750 Keith Street NW, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 591-7886 Restoration Fellowship 211 Trewhitt Dr SE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 479-4249 Rock Bridge Community Church 3635 Georgetown Rd, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 641-1485 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 1175 King Edward Avenue SE Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 380-8802 Tri-State Cowboy Church 200 Natures Trail SW, McDonald, TN 37353 (Building 3) (423) 303-8954 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 Wings Of Love House Of Prayer 855 5th Street SE, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 716-5394
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 Cleveland Fellowship Church 211 Trewhitt Drive Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 400-7054 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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