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Contents JANUARY 2019

GoodNews from the Pastor’s Desk Army of God

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by Sam Blankenship

GoodNews for Kids Courage for a New Year

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by Melanie James

GoodNews on Money Matters The Smartest Person in the Room

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by Andrew Lee

GoodNews for Men Manliness, Purity, and Public Perception

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by J. Adam Lowe

GoodNews for Women Seed Bearer

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by Christopher Absher

GoodNews for Life How Great Is Our God

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by Natalie Howard

GoodNews for Health & Fitness One Habit at a Time

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by Patty Lauren Seger

GoodNews for Teens Take Advantage of Your Teenage Years

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by Matthew Dennis

GoodNews Cover Story United Christian Academy

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GoodNews for Everyone Tim’s Strategy

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by Terrie Ruff

by John Garrod

GoodNews for Seniors Blue Winter

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by Shannon Alvey

GoodNews for Everyone Speak Life

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by Kathy Karnes

GoodNews for Women’s Health Skin Spots, Actinic Keratosis, Skin Cancer

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by Dr. James White

GoodNews for Everyone Becoming a Child of God Spiritually

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by Mike Shreve

by Sharyl Sieh

GoodNews for Parents God’s Fire

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GoodNews for Couples The Same Mindset

GoodNews for your Taste Buds Baseball, Hot Dogs, Apple Pie and Chevrolet

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by Sherry West

GoodNews for Single Parents A Battle Worth Fighting

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by Melissa Clayton

GoodNews for Everyone Foot of the Cross

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by Rick Joyner

GoodNews Book Review Christians in the Age of Outrage

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by Daniel Murch

GoodNews from TCPS School after the Holidays

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by Dr. Jimmy Harper

GoodNews for Everyone You Choose

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by Sandi Kramer

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Army of God

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by Sam Blankenship

Timothy 4:7 says, “I have fought a good

Now to be a great soldier you must:

fight, I have finished my course, I have

1. Be dependable and show up for battle

kept the faith.” It is the New Year! God

2. You must know your enemy and know

needs some men and women for battle! The great news is that the war we are fighting has already been won, but we as God’s children have got to finish the task at hand.

You may say or think that you don’t qualify because you have made some bad choices in

how to overcome him 3. Make sure you take the right armor for battle: the Word of God, the Lord, your prayers, etc.

4. Make sure you attend and show up to basic training: be in church every time the doors are open, to get training to be able to fight this battle.

The Bible says in Matthew 9:37 that harvest truly is plenteous, but the laborers are few. We all have an order in God’s army through the Word of God and it tells us exactly how to overcome the obstacles we will face.

You may be at home right now thinking you can never do anything for God because you have made mistakes in your life. The great news is

your life. I’ve got some great news for you. God doesn’t call the qualified, He qualifies the call!

In other words, God will be right there with you as you help fight this war helping you and protecting you all the way. Your past does not determine your future.

that satan is a liar and the truth is not in him. God can and will use you in that army because all you have to do is fully surrender to Him. Let Him take full control of your life; it will be the best decision you will ever make! God can use you in His army!

We all have a past and we all have made forgiving business and loves us just as we are.

Praise the Lord!

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bad choices in our lives. God is still in the Sam Blankenship is the Pastor of Bethel Baptist Tabernacle. Sam and his wife Amy have two daughters Abby and Gracie.

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Courage for a New Year

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by Melanie James

ith the arrival of every brand new calendar

Abraham faced the trial of leaving his homeland,

year, our thoughts turn to what new goals

then he faced years of infertility. Moses wandered

we have for ourselves. Some kids want

in the wilderness forty years and never got to enter

to learn how to do something new, like ride a bike or

the Promised Land. Joseph was sold into slavery by

swim. Some want to make better grades or read more

his brothers and put into prison for a crime he didn’t

books. Some want to be more responsible and do a

even commit. Ruth lost her husband and sons. Both

better job helping out around the house. Whatever you

Nehemiah and Noah had to fight off naysayers who

may be thinking about as a goal for your life in this

made fun of the work they were doing for God. Daniel

New Year ahead, you will need one thing to make it

was thrown into a lion’s den. The Apostle Paul was

happen: determination.

Determination is defined as “firmness of

beaten, shipwrecked, chased by enemies, and he spent a lot of time in prison for teaching about Jesus.

In each of these stories, these men and woman

purpose; resoluteness.”

had a choice to either stop trying and give in to

Any time we have a

discouragement or keep pressing on towards the goal.

purpose or goal we are

We read their stories in the Bible because they chose to

striving towards in life,

keep on going and not give up! The key to pressing on

we have to fix our minds

is to know that you don’t have to do it alone. We have

on it, press towards it, and

a Heavenly Father who we can call on for help in our

keep going even when we

times of wanting to give up. We can find our strength

want to give up. Many

and our courage in Him! He knows we aren’t able to

times we have good

do everything by ourselves. He loves to show His love

ideas and intentions,

and goodness to us by helping us to push on.

but we lack the follow-

So this year, keep your eye on the prize. Be

through that is required

determined to achieve your goals with Christ’s help!

to see results. We

When setbacks come (and they will) they may knock

get discouraged or

you down for a moment but don’t let them keep you

distracted and we

down. Be steadfast and keep on going. Success may be

stop pushing onward.

closer than you think, but you’ll never reach it if you

But did you know

stop trying.

that even some people in the Bible who were on assignment from

Philippians 3:14 says, “I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.”

God Himself had times when they or wanted to give up?

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About The Author

felt discouraged Melanie James teaches kindergarten and loves to bargain shop and read in her “free time.” She loves her church (Samples Memorial Baptist) and Jesus first and foremost and hopes to live out His purpose for her life every day that He gives her the chance.

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The Smartest Person in the Room MONEY MATTERS WITH DR. ANDREW LEE

Dr. Andrew Lee is professor of English at Lee University. He also serves as a coordinator for Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University. He and his wife Esmerelda have three children.

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here’s a maxim I’ve heard repeated a lot lately on various financial podcasts where wealthy men and women share their secrets to success. Many of these highly successful people have said, “You never want to be the smartest person in the room.” In fact, some of them have stated the point even more emphatically: “If you look around and realize that you’re the smartest person in the room, get out of that room immediately!”

So that got me thinking—what exactly does this mean?

When we think of certain people as being “smart” due to their high academic achievement, what do we really mean? Although we often think of “smart” as referring to IQ or innate intelligence that one is just “born with,” that’s rarely the truth if we really think about it.

More often than not, what we really mean is that these “smart” people are “diligent” and “disciplined” with their time and with their choices. One of these choices to “be smart” involves constant learning—acquiring more knowledge through continual reading and other education in order to expand how much we know. But it doesn’t stop there. To be really “smart,” it’s crucial to then make smart choices based on this knowledge we’ve acquired. In other words, our choices are how we prove that we’re really “smart,” and our choices determine whether others will think of us as being “smart.” As Forrest Gump reminds us, “Stupid is as stupid does,” and it’s equally true that “smart is as smart does.” We’re smart if we make smart choices. The Bible tells us in James 1:22—“Put the word into action.”

Since this is a money column, what does it mean to be “smart” with money? And what would the “smartest

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person in the room” look like in terms of being “money smart?” We think of certain people as “money smart” based primarily on two factors: (1) they know a lot about money and finances (knowledge) and then (2) they have achieved financial success by putting this knowledge into practice (investing, getting out of debt, budgeting expenses). Again, being “smart” with money means making wise choices with money, putting our financial knowledge into action. Knowledge and action are clearly different, and the latter is much harder than the former.

We all “know” how to lose weight, but it’s a challenge to actually do it. We all “know” we should spend less money than we make so that we can avoid debt and invest for the future, but it’s a challenge to actually do it. Doing it (and not just knowing it) is what makes us truly “smart.”

So, why do all these successful, wealthy people on the financial podcasts choose to leave the room when they discover they are the “smartest people in the room?”

The answer is found in another maxim which these same successful people have found to be true, which is this: “We become the average of the five people we spend the most time with.” Think about that. If you are the most disciplined, most knowledgeable, and most diligent person in your “friend group,” how will you be able to continue to grow and learn from those around you? If your friends all enjoy “shopping therapy” on a weekly basis, how will you ever get out of debt? If your friends’ social time always involves eating out and spending money, how will you be able to invest for the future? If you’re the “money-smartest person” in your “room,” maybe it’s time to relocate.

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Gò0dNews for Men Manliness, Purity, and Public Perception egardless of how you might feel about it, the past few years have not been kind for the image of men. From celebrity sex abuse scandals to accusations against Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh to the emergence of the #metoo movement, society has been in the process of auditing the behavior of men. To ignore this audit can be dangerous.

The implications are that men, as a gender, have been over-stepping lines of consent for decades or perhaps generations and further that they have used

positions of authority to demonize victims. These claims are obviously a strong indictment and it is understandable that the debate over the truth of these claims has caused division in our society. There are those who believe there is systemic abuse and oppression of women at the hands of men and there are those who feel men have become the true victims.

But regardless of your position, there is a concern that we all should agree on. Whether justified or not, the image of manliness has taken a hit. Perception is reality.

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This stigma has many men searching for an answer on how to safeguard their image and what to teach our sons as they grow.

We can find hope in Psalm 119:1 which declares, “Blessed are those whose way is blameless, who walk in the law of the Lord! Blessed are those who keep his testimonies, who seek Him with their whole heart, and do no wrong but walk in His ways!” (ESV).

The passage continues declaring that blamelessness can be found in “fixing” one's eyes upon God's commandments and being steadfast in them. It states in verse 9, “How can a young man keep his way pure? By guarding it according to your word” (ESV).

The reality for men is that the standard of “good” is now “purity” and for most of us, that is a hard pill to swallow.

We know that we are imperfect and striving for such purity seems impossible but we can find our example in God the Father. His masculine purity demands boldness in truth (Acts 4:13), compassion (Psalm 86:15), and empathy for the fearful (Psalm 103:13). This seems unachievable and futile to try.

But try we must. The biblical image of a man is one that brings peace and security to others. It is one that removes fear and doubt. We must battle to restore that image. Women should feel safe in the presence of men, not fearful of aggression. May the year of 2019 be the year that men of God behave in that loving image and more importantly, that the world sees them as such.

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He is local radio talk host and adjunct professor of government for Liberty University. He lives in Cleveland, TN with his wife Rachel and their 4 children.

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Seed Bearer oman, you are the seed bearer. We are told in Genesis chapter 1, that God proclaimed that man and woman would have dominion over creation. We are told that God created the woman to fulfill a lack in man that no other creature could fill.

Woman was the seed bearer for humanity. She contained the seeds of the destiny of the race. Man could not do what she was meant to do. Man prophetically gave woman the name Eve. Scripture says this name relates to her ability to be the life giver of mankind. The

Hebrew word for Eve (Chavvah) also comes from a root word that means to make known/declare/breath. Was this in reference to her speaking to the serpent or could it have a more spiritual undertone?

Woman was made with better facility with words and the ability to be the bearer of seed. Scripture relates seed to words and more specifically to the Word of God. Woman, you are to bring forth spiritual life with the words you speak. Proverbs instructs women to speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves; ensure justice for those being crushed. Yes, speak up for the poor and helpless and see that they get justice (Proverbs 31:8-9).

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Eve was the one to bear the destiny of the race. In the process of giving birth, she understood the period of waiting from conception to birth. She knew the expectation of life while she waited and prepared for the child that would come from her physical body. The child in her belly was a reality in her mind.

Women are uniquely made to understand the process of faith to bring forth what is desired. The writer of Hebrews tells us that “…this trust in God, this faith, is the firm foundation under everything that makes life worth living…our handle on what we can’t see. The act of faith is what distinguished our ancestors, set them above the crowd. By faith, we see the world called into existence by God’s word, what we see created by what we don’t see” (Hebrews 11:1-3).

Faith seeds planted in the spirit, spoken by the mouth, with expectation of fulfillment brings forth what is desired.

A promise moves from being a spiritual reality in the heart, to a physical reality.

Time may pass during the process, but the fulfillment is assured because the Good Seed of the Word of God will produce what it was intended to produce.

Jesus said to the disciples, “Have faith in God. I tell you the truth, you can say to this mountain, ‘May you be lifted up and thrown into the sea,’ and it will happen. But you must really believe it will happen and have no doubt in your heart. I tell you, you can pray for anything, and if you believe that you’ve received it, it will be yours” (Mark 11:22-24).

Woman, speak forth God’s Word with the assurance that you were made to create life.

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For 38 years, Sharyl Sieh has been involved with mission work. She is the founder and president of ACTS Ministry, a registered 501(c) (3) not-for-profit mission in the US that partners directly with ACTS in Burkina Faso. Sharyl is an ordained minister with Faith Ministries Alliance, in association with Bill Winston Ministries. When not in Burkina Faso, Sharyl and her husband, Dennis, live in Cleveland, TN and attend Dwelling Place Church International (DPCI). This is an excerpt from a manuscript in progress, Destiny Calls by Sharyl J. Sieh.

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Dalton Pike Baptist Church 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 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

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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 Pine Hill Church of God 1484 Old Alabama Rd SW McDonald, TN 37353 (423) 315-1272 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

(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

Lutheran

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

Latter-day Saints

Non-Denominational

Saint Luke’s Episcopal Church 320 Broad St NW, Cleveland, TN 37311 First Lutheran Church 195 McIntire Ave NE, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 472-6811

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 4200 Pryor Rd N.E. Cleveland, TN 37312

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 International 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 The Journey Church 3191 South Lee Hwy, McDonald, TN 37353 (423) 728-4100 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 423-333-5085

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 Athens Christian Church 802 S Matlock Avenue Athens, TN 37303 (423) 333-5085 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

Apostolic Lighthouse 725 Leveck Street Athens, TN 37303 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

God’s Fire

oday’s Christian parents face an enormous challenge—passing on the fire. You know the fire of which I speak, the fire of God that burned up your sinful past, illuminates your present, and lights the way toward your future in Christ. You likely have many testimonies of God breaking into your life and changing everything, like a forest fire that completely alters a landscape in a matter of hours. There is one account in Scripture of a forest fire that changed the landscape of a man’s heart, the burning bush.

Although Moses bore no external burn marks following his fiery encounter with God, the landscape of his entire future was altered. As Dr. Rickie Moore, an Old Testament professor of mine would say, Moses was altered at the altar. Now Moses must take the fire that ignited his life and pass it on to an entire people. Although Moses’ doubt rings in his ears, God breaks through doubt’s deafening roar and speaks out of the embers: “So now, go. I am sending you to Pharaoh to bring my people the Israelites out of Egypt” (Exodus 3:10, NIV).

Enkindled by the fire of God, Moses performs great wonders in Egypt and the people of Israel catch the flame. As they embark on the great exodus from Egypt,

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not even the Red Sea could quench the flame of God. They have seen all that God can do, and they believe.

But though a pillar of God’s fire continues with them and they see God’s fire at mount Sinai, all too quickly they lose faith in the faithfulness of their God. As time goes by, generations come and go until none remain who have seen the fire.

Fortunately, God knows how to stoke the ashes to bring the flames roaring back to life. Deuteronomy teaches parents exactly what to do when their children ask, “What is the meaning of the stipulations, decrees and laws the Lord our God has commanded you?”

(Deuteronomy 6:20). In other words, the children are asking why they should adopt the faith of their parents. God tells mothers and fathers to respond in this way, “We were slaves in Egypt . . . but he brought us out from there to bring us in and give us the land he promised on oath to our ancestors” (Deuteronomy 6:21-23). God commands parents to teach children their story, the story of what God has done.

I would echo Deuteronomy’s instructions to parents today. To pass on the flame, you must pass on your story.

Tell your children the great things God has done in your life. Tell them of the many times God has been faithful. Tell them how God has provided. Tell them how God has delivered. You only have one story to tell, your own, so tell it and watch to see how the same fire that altered the landscape of your life can burn brightly in the lives of your children. May we all catch God’s fire.

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by Christopher Absher

Christopher Absher is a senior Biblical and theological studies major at Lee University. He loves to pen many styles of writing and hopes that the Holy Spirit will use each of his words to touch and transform lives.

You can contact him at chris.absher96@gmail.com.

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Gò0dNews for Life

How Great Is Our God

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by Natalie Howard

hen I stop and think about how awesome

doesn’t care about us? Why do we constantly question

and amazing God is, then I begin to get

if He’s really there? Why do we question if He’s really

overwhelmed. Who else could create all of

going to answer us as we cry out to Him?

the heavens, earth, and galaxies, but yet create all of the

We forget one key element here, and it has nothing

minute details of something so small and complex as a

to do with God. We forget that we have an enemy that

flower or a hummingbird? He not only has the power

would love nothing more than to trip us up and cause

and ability to create things that are larger than I can

us to stumble. He loves to fill our minds with doubt.

even imagine, but yet He pays attention to the smallest

In fact, if he can plant just one small seed of negativity,

detail of a detail.

then we’ll run with countless other discouraging thoughts. He’s good at what he does.

He’s perfected it, and we’ve bought into his lies.

So when you’re in a tough spot, I want you to remember just who your Abba Father is. He does love you. He does care for you. He is working even when He seems so silent. If He can create all of what we see just by speaking it into existence, then He is more than able to handle anything that you face.

Satan loves to make you forget just how much power and authority God has. He especially loves to make you forget that God lives inside of you, and that means

God sees and knows everything about me. He created everything about me exactly as He desired.

Everything about me that makes me, me! Of course,

all of His power and authority are inside of you, too.

That’s how great our God is.

God is greater than our great. He is bigger than

I’m not the only “me” there is. There have been billions

our big. He’s more amazing than our amazing. He’s

of other “me’s” that He’s taken the time to fashion

timeless, yet everlasting. He’s the beginning, yet the

and form just like me. We’ve been handcrafted by the

end. His presence fills the universe, yet His presence

Master. Even more detail here than is beyond our human

lives in us. He calls each star by name, yet calls us by

comprehension. Each detail in our life is fashioned

our name, son or daughter of God. This is our Abba! The

together to create a beautiful masterpiece. God is the

one and only.

artist with a brush in His hand painting the canvas of our life. Each line and each stroke telling our story. millions more, why do we struggle to think that He just

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About The Author

So if God can do all of these things, along with Natalie Howard enjoys writing, speaking, and leading worship, as well as encouraging and pouring God’s love and hope into others. She is a graduate of Tennessee Wesleyan University with a degree in music education. You can keep up with Natalie at BeginAgainMinistry.com.

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Gò0dNews for Health & Fitness

One Habit at a Time love new beginnings, don’t you? While I am not a fan of New Year’s resolutions, I do love the fresh feeling a new year brings. There are so many possibilities ahead of us in the new year it can sometimes seem daunting, especially when it comes to our health. Below, I am sharing two tips that are sometimes overlooked, but can make a significant impact on your fitness goals and, more importantly, change your lifestyle.

Hydration is KEY! Our bodies are mostly water, yet many of us are in a constant state of dehydration. We fill up on sodas, sweet tea, coffee, and diet drinks, all of which actually dehydrate us. Being hydrated is a key

element to losing weight (and keeping it off), thinking clearly, sleeping better, and overall better performance.

What to Do: Aim to drink at least 1/2 your bodyweight in ounces of water. If you weight 180lbs, you would want to drink at least 90 ounces of water each day. The easiest way to do this is to get a water bottle with ounce marks. If I have clients who are really struggling with getting their water intake in, I encourage them to set reminders throughout the day.

Don’t Slack on Sleep! Studies show we need at least 7-9 hours of sleep each night to function optimally.

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A lack of sleep can wreak havoc on your mind and body. In fact, poor sleep habits can prevent you from losing that weight you have been working so hard to lose and keep off. Not getting enough shut-eye at night can cause our body to produce less of the hormones our bodies make that tell our stomach it’s not empty. So, when you’re running on 4-5 hours of sleep you are likely to feel more “hungry” during the day and some studies even show it can affect your decision making habits (similar to being intoxicated!) when it comes to food.

What to Do: Like any habit, you must be consistent.

Start with going to bed 30 minutes earlier each day for a week, then increase to an hour the following week.

Keep going until you reach 7-9 hours each night.

This can take some dedication, but the results are worth it. Another factor to consider when putting your new sleep habits to work is how much screen time you are consuming before bed. Multiple studies show that using your phone before bed can be disastrous for your sleep. Be proactive about setting a time each night to turn your phone off or put in another room and stick to it.

Setting health goals don’t have to be daunting, starting small leads to greater results. Take these tips and start implementing them into your current routine. One of my favorite Bible verses is 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 which says, “Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price.

Therefore honor God with your bodies.” We have been so amazingly blessed to be given a precious body by our Creator. Be kind to your body and to your soul by treating your earthly home well. Remember, we only get to live this sweet life once - make it your best!

About The Author

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by Patty Lauren Seger

Patty Lauren Seger is a nationally Certified Personal Trainer. She grew up in Cleveland and graduated from Lee University. After going through a weight loss and lifestyle transformation with the help of a personal trainer, she began her journey to become a personal trainer herself. She is the owner of FitStyle, an in-home and online personal training service located in Knoxville. You can visit her website www. fitstyleknox.com or find her on Instagram @fitstyleknox for more tips!

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Gò0dNews for Teens Take Advantage of Your Teenage Years ased off of the title, you may be thinking this is just another article written by someone sharing their personal experiences of being a teenager and warning other teens not to waste their teenage years like they did. This is not one of those articles.

This is written by someone who took advantage of their teenage years and did not fit in because of it. If you are a teen reading this and feel lonely because this describes you, I hope you find encouragement in these words and remember not to give up.

Our culture constantly tells young people that since they are young, they should just party it up while they can. Whenever we see a young person in the news for doing something against common sense, our response is often, “Oh, they’re just kids.” I believe teens are capable of so much more than what our culture says they are.

A lot of my teenage years were lonely because I did not spend time going to the parties, trying to be in the popular crowd, or trying to be involved with the latest gossip or trends. Now that I am in my mid-twenties I see how my actions as a teenager set me up for what I am doing now. Your teenage years are the launch-pad for your twenties. I spent my time working hard in my studies, developing my communication skills, and spending time with God. Those habits have carried over with me.

As I have watched my generation grow older, I see that many of those who wasted their time in their teens are wasting their time in their twenties and will continue to do so for the rest of their lives if there is no change. Witnessing this fueled me to put together a saying for my kids ministry at the church where I am a children’s pastor. The kids and I often say together, “We are running towards the hard things because the hard

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things build character and God is with us.” Use your teens to run towards the hard things.

What are some of those hard things? First, place your identity in God alone and not in other people or what you have. If you choose the latter, the result will be insecurity. Second, wrestle with your fears and face them dead on. This will build in you a habit of building

character and doing what most are unwilling to do.

Finally, surround yourself with people who are focused on what really matters. If you are around people who want to make a difference in the world, it is going to encourage you to take advantage of the little time we have on this earth. Listen to the words of Solomon, “Remember also your Creator in the days of your youth, before the evil days come and the years draw near of which you say, ‘I have no pleasure in them” (Ecclesiastes 12:1).

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by Matthew Dennis

Matthew Dennis is currently serving as a children’s pastor and one of the college ministry leaders at The Grace Point in Cleveland, TN. You can follow him at awakenpurpose.wordpress.com.

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each child. We pledge our genuine support to our students and their families. UCA’s goal is to develop students’ potential so that they can become responsible citizens who set standards for excellence in our society.

ACADEMICS

Accredited by the Tennessee Association of NonPublic Academic Schools (TANAS), United Christian Academy offers preschool through eighth grade (ninth grade in fall 2019) an accelerated, faith-based Abeka curriculum—the foremost textbook publisher for Christian schools, offering students “excellence in education from a Christian perspective” for more than forty years. Our teachers are Tennessee state-certified, well-equipped instructors who care about our students’ academic success.

PHILOSOPHY OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION We see the big picture. UCA gives our students a valuable education not only for its immediate, practical

goals, but also for the ultimate goal of furthering the gospel’s cause. Once students have a quality education, they need to know what to do with it. That’s why the Bible is not just a specific subject taught at our school; it is the general foundation that guides our students’ learning. Our curriculum integrates daily Bible lessons, Scripture memorization, and a prayer and devotional time in the classroom. UCA holds weekly chapel services, featuring special guest speakers and pastors from the local community. We want our students to realize the value of the Word of God and to allow its principles to guide their everyday lives.

FINE ARTS PROGRAM

United Christian Academy places a strong emphasis on the fine arts. With a variety of fine arts programs to choose from, students can discover and develop their skills as they learn about music, art, and dance from experienced teachers who excel in their respective fields.

We love to see our students’ creativity manifest through a variety of avenues: concert, rhythmic, and worship bands; chorale music and an award-winning dance team; music appreciation classes and a comprehensive art program, which includes instruction in media production and graphic design.

Besides these in-school courses, our multitalented staff allows us to offer students private music lessons, both vocal and instrumental. UCA’s students have the opportunity to learn a variety of instruments—from basics like piano, guitar, drums, and bass to the woodwind and brass instruments—as well as the mandolin, violin, and cello. This wide range of possibilities is available for students to explore.

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

At United Christian Academy we believe that leadership is service—putting others’ interests before our own. We think one of our main jobs as educators is to empower our student leaders and to provide them with resources and outlets through which to serve.

UCA has established a National Elementary and Junior Honor Society chapter, as well as a Student Council, both of which present opportunities for UCA students to serve. We participate in service through Samaritan’s Purse and The Caring Place, also performing at various nursing homes in Cleveland. Other projects include distributing Thanksgiving baskets to families in need in the community, making Christmas memorable by donating

gifts for local children, writing letters to Vets, and various other efforts.

ATHLETICS/EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

In order to cater to our students’ varied interests, UCA offers a wide selection of opportunities for extracurricular involvement, activities ranging from basketball to Girl Scouts. Our athletic department has made great strides recently including signing a promotional partnership with Adidas brand, and we have high hopes for its future growth. We currently have elementary and middle school basketball teams for both boys and girls, a boys and girls middle school track and crosscountry team, and girls middle school volleyball.

We are looking to add a soccer team this upcoming year.

UCA also offers the opportunity for home school students to participate on our teams for a small fee. Additionally, girls can join our award-winning dance team, which performs at various venues as well as at all school programs.

PRESCHOOL

United Christian Academy’s preschool is a distinct unit of the school, providing nurturing care and educational foundations for children thirty-two months up to five years old, in preparation for kindergarten. UCA’s preschool is not just a babysitting business; our preschoolers learn to read and write at foundational levels and do basic math functions before reaching the K5 classroom. These youngsters can approach kindergarten with confidence, and parents can rest assured that their children have been prepared for the elementary journey ahead of them.

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Tim’s Strategy

e sober, be vigilant, because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour” (1 Peter 5:8, KJV).

It was time for my scheduled pest-control service so I left work early to meet Tim, my pest-control technician at the appointed time. As I drove up the driveway, I could see that Tim had begun treating the outside areas of the house. When I gathered my belongings and

headed towards the backdoor, Tim and I immediately began talking! I paused in time to go inside and collect the keys to the buildings outside he needed to treat and we continued catching up with how things were going since the last appointment. From children, work, dating and our spiritual lives, we seemed to cover it all!

When we entered the house our conversation continued and out of sheer curiosity, I asked Tim about his work as a technician and how he got started in this type of work. He smiled and began sharing incredibly interesting and unbelievable stories. He’d encountered extreme cases that made me thankful for my social work cases! Smiling, Tim told me that when he first started in the pest-control business, to be successful, he asked

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for the tough cases, the ones not just with roaches, “I wanted houses with rats! I figured if I could get rid of rats, I could get rid of anything. I would go to homes and as I checked out the situation, I would observe how the people lived, where they ate, where they put their trash, was the house clean; this told me a lot about the problem. I could come in and use all the treatments I had, but if they didn’t change the way they lived, they would still have a problem. Nothing would change.”

While Tim’s strategy has a motive and purpose for good, I began thinking about our enemy who has a strategy with a motive for our eternal destruction. He specifically selects us and comes into our homes, watches how we live, what we eat and how we treat the trash of this world. He identifies our weaknesses but unlike Tim, he uses it against us, not to help us but sprays his treatment of sinful attacks into our environment to destroy us. The challenge for us is to have a daily appointment with our Spiritual Technician, whose strategy of love is to save us from the enemy’s attacks. He comes into our homes, encourages us to eat well, live clean lives, and offers us eternal life with Him. Our Spiritual Technician, like Tim, chooses the hard cases and gave His live in order to treat the problem of sin with the powerful treatment of his shed blood! Hallelujah, what a Technician! Hallelujah what a Savior!

Look at your life. Are there “pests” that you need to get rid of? My recommendation is that you follow the instruction of the Greatest Technician ever, Jesus Christ.

With Him, your life will be pest free.

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It's not just finishing each other’s sentences. It’s not knowing all the funny lines from all our favorite movies, and working them into random conversations, leaving outsiders to just look at us weirdly. Or she knowing that I’m going to tell that joke again and laughing without rolling her eyes.

No, it’s a lot more than that, although that part is good, too. Yes, we simultaneously spout punchlines from Clue and Oscar and Airplane! (Don’t judge us. And don’t call us Shirley!), but the strength of our marriage isn’t founded on shared movies or memories. We have a shared mindset: about each other, our marriage, and the role of Christ in our lives and futures. That’s our Super Glue. And it plays out in how we see and treat each other.

These passages on the topic of mindset from Philippians 2 make a good guide for Christian living, and as such, they have great relevance to Christian marriage. “If you have this love that comes from being His…then be like-minded. Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit…because you are not alone. In humility, value others above yourselves…” specifically, start with that woman or man He gave you.

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In your relationships, and marriage is the first human relationship, have that mindset. And don’t consider being right to be more important than preserving that balance. Take the very nature of a servant; yes, a humble servant, placing your own needs aside, and placing his or her needs above your own.

A servant relationship of humility and service isn’t demeaning to the giver; rather, it is a blessing to both the beloved and the lover. I am no weaker of a man if I concede my desires to hers; instead, the united “we”

gets stronger. When one member of the union is weak, and the other stoops down to help, both rise as one, and the bond gets stronger. That strengthening can’t begin by saying, “Well, if he/she would just give me what I want, I will give them what they need.” It takes two people determining to love each other with the same passion that led Him to the cross. Framed by such selfless devotion, the journey together becomes a joy, not a burdensome task.

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t’s that time of year again. The holidays are behind

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us and the long winter is in front of us. Warm, sunny

plate with nutrient-rich fruits and vegetables, fish,

days can seem far away. For caregivers who may be

and lean protein. They’ll help you feel more energetic

stuck indoors a lot during colder months, it’s easy to find yourself feeling a little blue.

Experts say 15% of people struggle to stay positive

and less lethargic.

3. Limit alcohol consumption: If you are trying to boost your mood by indulging in a cocktail or glass

during the winter months. Some even experience a

of wine each day, know that the “booze blues” might

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be making the problem worse. Alcohol is a depressant

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when consumed in any quantity. Opt for water, tea, or juice instead.

4. Good night’s sleep: A case of the blues can lead to sleep problems. For some caregivers it might be sleeping too much, while others don’t sleep enough. Try a few natural remedies for getting a good night’s rest. If they don’t help, you might need to schedule an appointment with your physician.

They will likely have other ideas for you to try.

5. Exercise: While this might not be your favorite way to spend your time, exercise is a great way to beat the blues. When you exercise, endorphins – natural mood

If you are a family caregiver who is feeling a little

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boost your mood and lift your spirits.

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6 Blues Busters for Caregivers 1. Get out: While it might be tempting to hibernate

6. Stay connected: Try to stay in touch with friends and loved ones even if the weather outside is frightful.

until spring, sunshine, combined with fresh air, can be

If you aren’t able to get together in person, there are

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2. Nutrient-rich foods: Many of us turn to carbif we are feeling a little blue. But they can leave you

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Speak Life

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“L

et the words of my mouth, and the

we started our day was, “I will treat others the way I

meditation of my heart, be acceptable and

want to be treated (Luke 6:31).” That scripture really set

pleasing in your sight, O Lord, my rock and

the tone for our day and it served us very well. It will

my Redeemer” (Psalm 19:14, AMP).

I recite this verse every day, in fact, I’ve done this

set the tone for our days also. We all want to be treated with respect and we should demand that of ourselves,

for so long that the words flow out of me when my feet

especially as we deal with others. I believe speaking

hit the floor each morning. The words we speak each

poison is not an option if we want to live a blessed life.

day are so important because, you see, there is power in our words.

There is a verse in the song, “Speak Life” by Toby Mac that is really inspiring to me. The song moves along

Proverbs 18:21 says that, “Death and life are in the

so quickly that maybe you didn’t catch this verse: “Lift

power of the tongue and those who love it will eat its

your head a little higher, Spread the love like fire, hope

fruit” (NKJV). The Message version says it this way,

will fall like rain when you speak life with the words

“Words kill, words give life; they’re either poison or

you say. Raise your thoughts a little higher, use your

fruit-you choose.” It’s a decision that we make in our

words to inspire, joy will fall like rain when you speak

day-to-day lives and it does matter! In this hostile

life with the things you say.”

culture we live in right now, it’s more important than

Throughout the years of my life I’ve been guilty

ever that we think about what we say to others and to

of speaking before thinking and it’s gotten me in

ourselves. We eat the fruit of what we say, so if we want

trouble many times and I’ve definitely suffered the

to be blessed we should speak blessing into our lives

consequences. Proverbs 18:21 is so true! The one thing

and the lives of other we touch.

that I’ve done that’s been a game changer for me is As an elementary

classroom teacher for 32 years, one of the first things my students

this; I began asking the Holy Spirit to give me a more compassionate heart, to look at others the way He looks at them. I’ve ask Him to “put a guard over my mouth” (Psalm 141:3). There’s a sensitivity that the

and I would say as

Lord establishes in your spirit that’s simply wonderful. Believe me it’s a process and I work on it daily, but it’s so worth it!

So my challenge to all of us as we enter each day is to “raise our thoughts a little higher and use our

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words to inspire!”

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ctinic keratoses (AKs) are rough, scaly tan brown

which could be prevented with appropriate surveillance and

patches on the skin, caused by excessive exposure to

early intervention.

the sun that can sometimes progress into dangerous

It is impossible to predict if an AK will evolve into a squamous

skin cancers. More than 10 million Americans live with these

cell carcinoma, or at which point it will happen. Many doctors

skin lesions thinking that they represent “age spots”, and far

believe that AKs and squamous cell carcinomas are really the same

too many people ignore them. Unfortunately, leaving AK's

condition at different stages of a continuing process. This process

untreated can have serious consequences. Doctors estimate

begins with minor cell damage and, over time, ultimately results

that 40% of skin cancers [squamous cell carcinomas, the second

in the cell becoming cancerous. These doctors believe that AKs

leading cause of skin cancer deaths in the United States] begin

occur in the early stages of the process; squamous cell carcinomas

as AKs. And without physician review and skin biopsy, it can

occur in the final stage. One thing, however, is certain: a significant

be almost impossible for a doctor to distinguish an AK from

percentage of AKs develop into squamous cell carcinomas.

a squamous cell carcinoma. For this reason, major medical

Estimates range from 10% to as high as 20% over a 10-year period

groups- The American Cancer Society, The Skin Cancer

of patient with known actinic keratosis.

Long-term exposure to the sun is the single most significant cause of AKs, so the best defense against them is a comprehensive sun protection program. This includes wearing protective clothing and a wide-brimmed hat, avoiding the sun at midday when ultraviolet rays are strongest, staying in the shade as much as possible, and wearing a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 30.

Unfortunately many of us already have sun damaged skin and a more aggressive approach is needed.

Levulanic Photodynamic Therapy uses photochemical methods to target minimally to moderately thick Grade 1 or 2 AKs (AKs that have not yet become enlarged and thick). This therapy is unique because it uses a light activated drug therapy to destroy Aks in their early stages. The 2-step process consists of

Foundation, and the American Academy of Dermatology-all

treatment with a weak acid solution which is chemically altered

recommend that people with AKs seek review and treatment

by exposure to certain wavelengths of light--Blue Light Therapy.

options for them immediately.

AKs are very common on sun exposed parts of the face,

When levulanic acid is applied to Grade 1 or 2 AKs, the solution is absorbed by the AK cells where it is converted to

scalp, ears, chest, back, and extremities. They present as

a chemical that makes the cells extremely sensitive to certain

rough scaly patches of tan to brown skin. Sometimes these

wave lengths of light. Topical Solution is applied to the AKs,

patches can become larger and thicker called "hyperkeratotic."

your doctor will direct you to wait the recommended time

These enlarged lesions may then progress to change to frank

in order to allow the solution to penetrate the target cells we

squamous cell carcinomas. Patients may notice increased

mentioned earlier. Blue light therapy is designed to attack AKs

redness, tenderness, itching, and burning associated with the

and early skin cancers as a smart chemical peel. It is so effective

thickened rough skin. However, these symptoms can be the

that the procedure is covered by Medicare and most private

same for either AKs or squamous cell carcinomas. This is what

insurance plans based on medical necessity.

makes distinguishing between the two so difficult without a may become larger, go deeper into the skin, and eventually spread to other parts of the body by the lymph nodes. This results in thousands of skin cancer deaths each year, many of

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rdinary humans, focused on earthly things, are called the “children of this world” in Jesus’s teaching (Luke 16:8, 20:34, KJV). Born after the natural process of human reproduction, they live within the confines of sense-consciousness. Since we all share this beginning point, we are part of the same human family, regardless of race, color, culture, or creed. The Bible tears down separating walls, declaring God “has made from one blood every nation” (Acts 17:26).

Explaining this, the Messiah insisted, “Unless one is born of water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom of God” (John 3:5). Being “born of the water” is a reference to the ‘breaking of the water’ during the natural birth process. The amniotic sac tears and the fluid spills out as the child exits the womb. This is a necessary step in our spiritual development; however, a second birth must follow to inherit eternal life. Jesus insisted, “You must be born again” (John 3:7).

How wonderfully Jesus expressed God’s fatherly care for all people! His listeners were not yet

Before going to the cross, He interceded, “O righteous Father! The world has not known You, but I have known You; and these have known that You sent Me. And I have declared to them Your name . . . that the love with which You loved Me may be in them, and I in them" (John 17:25-26).

Three important attitudes open the door to this internal transformation: • Repentance—2 Corinthians 6:17-18 urges, “Come out from among them and be separate, says the Lord. Do not touch what is unclean, and I will receive you. I will be a Father to you, and you shall be My sons and daughters.”

• Faith—Ephesians 3:17 declares Christ will “dwell in your hearts through faith.”

If Jesus referred to God as their “Father,” simultaneously, He was implying they were “His children.” Therefore, on a foundational level, all human beings are “children of God after the creation.” As Paul taught, we are “His offspring” (Acts 17:28). The Creator loves all people so deeply that He “gave His only begotten Son” to purchase their salvation (John 3:16). He did this to lift those who respond to an eternal level of sonship available only through spiritual rebirth.

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• Love for God—John 1:12 (KJV) announces, “As many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name.”

If everyone born into this world was automatically an eternal child of God, these three promises, with their attached conditions, would have never been voiced.

When these three qualifying factors occur, God sends forth “the Spirit of His Son” into our hearts “crying out, ‘Abba, Father!’” (Galations 4:6) At that moment, supernaturally, we become God’s everlasting offspring and join “the whole family in heaven and in earth” (Ephesians 3:15).

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“regenerated,” an experience only available after Jesus’s ascension (Titus 3:5). They were just simple people concerned about life’s necessities. The Nazarene calmed their hearts, asserting: “Your heavenly Father knows that you need all these things” (Matthew 6:32).

Mike Shreve has been teaching God’s Word since 1971.

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Nana Sherry’s Signature Apple Pie • 1 Box Pillsbury refrigerated pie crust (2 crusts) • 6 cups thinly sliced, peeled apples (6 med).

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Until my name changed to Nana! Those of you who are in this select group of blessed women know that our desire to meet every request and/or demand of a grandchild is pretty much paramount to requests from any other source. One day (just out of the blue) my first-born granddaughter suggested that I make her an apple pie. Of course, since her wish was my command, off to the store I went to purchase apples.

I didn’t ponder if I could make an apple pie because all that I was compelled to do was grant the wish of someone I loved and who loved me.

This memory reminds me that when I first met Jesus, my name changed to Redeemed. How much greater, then, should be my desire to do whatever He asks of me? I am sure that most of us become complacent in our service to Him sometimes. Going to church, giving to the Kingdom work, living a life that we want to be pleasing in His sight, each of these things come pretty naturally to us in our Christian walk. But how willing are we to do more, something we have never done before or something that is not common to our daily service expectations of ourselves? If the Spirit tugs at our hearts to walk up to a total stranger and declare that Jesus loves him and wants to become the Redeemer of his soul, do we just do it or do we ponder on it. If we feel an urge to double our Sunday morning offering, do we stop and think or do we just do it because we are being asked by someone we love and who loves us, someone who died for us! I baked the pie out of a heart of love and I want to always do what I feel my Redeemer is asking of me with a love that is greater than any love we will ever know.

“That I may come unto you with joy by the will of God, and may with you be refreshed” (Romans 15:32).

Sherry Cannon West is a lifelong resident of Cleveland, TN and is the campus post office manager at Lee University. She is blessed with two adult children, their spouses and is Nana to 5 wonderful grandchildren. She is blessed and highly favored, blood-bought daughter of the King of Glory.

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hether you are a single mom or dad, the battle is real. Scripture says, “Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it” (Proverbs 22:6).

How do you do this when you are hit daily with the thoughts of “Why do I have to do this alone? I'm not sure what to do? The pain of being left alone to raise my children is too much.”

Raising a child in the world today is more difficult due to life being so hectic. Technology has transformed life itself to a very “it’s all about me” atmosphere where

multitasking. The most popular reference indicating the role of a woman is Proverbs 31.

But how do we carry out both roles to our children as examples when there is only one person to do all things? Is it impossible to give and teach them what they need, to be sons and daughters of the Most High?

Recently, my youngest son told me that his new favorite verse is Proverbs 4:7 which says, “The beginning of wisdom is this: get wisdom. Though it cost all you have, get understanding.”

What a great foundation for establishing your parental goals. What a comfort to know that at the end of the day the one you turn to is the ultimate comfort. He says, “Don’t be afraid. For God did not give us a the spirit of fear, but of love, power, and a sound mind” (2 Timothy 1:7).

He wants to help. “Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths” (Proverbs 3:5-6).

He said He will not leave us. “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go” (Joshua 1:9).

Balancing life is a must, but when you are trying to play both roles in the family, life can be overwhelming.

The father is to be the main provider, spiritual leader, and disciplinarian. Scripture says, “Fathers, bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord” (Ephesians 6:4).

The mother is to be loving, nurturing, supportive, and

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He provides protection. “You have given me the shield of your salvation, and your right hand supports me, and your gentleness makes me great. You have given a wide place for my steps under me, and my feet do not slip” (Psalm 18:35-36).

He gives confidence. “Have I not commended you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go” (Joshua 1:9).

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electronics are more of a focus. It doesn't teach our kids how to be respectful, polite, and caring towards others.

That is the parent’s responsibility. But who has time to spend with their kids when you have to work to pay the bills? Most people have jobs that don't allow you to get off at decent hours. Often we work harder because we have to pay others to care for our kids hoping we make ends meet.

A lot of times the kid’s activities are neglected because we must work longer to pay the extra cost of those activities or we just simply can't get them where they need to be because there is no one to help.

He is my counselor. “I will praise the Lord who counsels me-even at night my conscience instructs me. I keep the Lord in mind always. Because He is at my right hand, I will not be shaken” (Psalm 16 7:8). “I will instruct you. I will teach you the way that you should go. I will advise you as my eyes watch over you” (Psalm 32:8).

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Foot of the Cross nd when he had called the people unto him with his disciples also, he said unto them, Whosoever will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me” (Mark 8:34).

I have always wondered how “I” could obey this command? My approach tends to be performancebased. That means my efforts are the way to obey. But then, I read that my efforts are filthy rags. For example Isaiah 64:6 says, “But we are all as an unclean thing, and

all our righteousnesses are as filthy rags, and we all do fade as a leaf; and our iniquities, like the wind, have taken us away.” Why? Because they are my efforts.

I know that a theme throughout the Bible is that we are to obey God’s Word. Abraham did this (Genesis 12 and 15). Moses did this. And God wants us to keep the law and His commandments. It says in John 14:15, “If you love me, you will obey my commandments.” Ouch!

“If you love me…” There is no possible way that I can keep the law or obey a command like this; “Take up your cross” or even; “Follow Me;” I fail every time.

Let’s define “law” a bit. There were two types of law in the Bible. God’s law, and man-made rules to follow God’s law. Exodus 20 for example. The “moral” law,

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as some call it, will never go away (Matthew 5:18). The Holy Spirit was given to us for the power to keep them.

Another law in scripture is Rabbinic law. Paul called these “traditions of the fathers” (Galatians). These are the rules that man created so the people did not disobey the law and get Israel in trouble with God. The religious leaders were the police, judge, and jury of the “laws” they made up.

Paul says all Scripture is God breathed and can teach us much. Christ said not one letter will be removed. So, the conflict is between God’s Words and what we are taught from the pulpit, denomination, or latest book on “how to” by men.

But what we have learned is that scripture wants me to be dependent on Him. Do I let go of me (impossible) and let go of my efforts? I was always trying to create a list of “disciplines” that I think may please God, so I can get a “pat” on the head and maybe have a good life. Perhaps I can’t even take up my cross daily?

Here is what I can do though. I can drop at the foot of the cross at every command I find in scripture and ask Him to change me so that I can obey. Then He gets the glory because my efforts are rooted in His changes in me! He gave us the Holy Spirit to provide change. Not my efforts, but His change in me. Isn’t that the grace of God? The power that saves us and then teaches us away from sin?

Titus 2:11-12 says, “For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation to all men, instructing us to deny ungodliness and worldly desires and to live sensibly, righteously and godly in the present age.”

Can we then say that we don’t understand grace if we are living in sin? Scripture seems to think so. Only with His power can we change. Going to the foot of the cross looks like our only hope.

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respond to what we think is right. Disagreeing can have

down to. Our influences have created a lot of this

mutual feelings but we will never know that because we

outrage. We have to evaluate our influences and

are screaming at one another instead of talking. We will

ask, if our influencers responses are gospel centered.

continue to be in outrage until we learn to listen.

My hope is that you read this book with an open heart

Righteous Anger?

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This is probably my favorite section of the book. I

people are looking. The outside world is evaluating

have heard people say that I am standing up because

our responses.

that is what Jesus would do, but I have to question

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their response. Jesus was holy, which made his anger

pick fights, and they consistently talk past one another.

righteous, which means for us, that we are not holy,

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road. Outrage.

in speaking love in truth, but a lot of our responses as

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Christians have been anger. We scream bible verses to

scary place to be because we become so focus on us that

one side, and, then tell them that we love them. That

we forget the other side. We forget to listen and only

does not seem like a righteous response to me. So, please be careful when justifying that our responses to certain issues is anger.

Won’t you be my neighbor?

This is where I want to spend most of my focus because I think this is one of the most important concepts of the book. I believe Christians are afraid of their neighbors. The beginning of the book talks about losing control of the way things have been and power shifting. We are afraid to get to know our neighbor because we are afraid of losing power, and I believe our neighbors feel the same way. Here’s my solution in how to respond to all this outrage.

Do not see your neighbors as an enemy but learn with them. Hear their story, listen to their fears, and learn to accept. Do not listen with open ears and a closed heart because that will leave you bitter. I also think that we have to develop programs to help our neighbors. I think when we listen to our neighbors, we will learn that they want to be accepted in this

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e all love those days when we stay home from school to celebrate holidays. Especially at the end of the year, we load up on ham, turkey, and pumpkin pie at Thanksgiving. Then we struggle through the next few weeks running into Christmas, ready to enjoy the gifts we receive from family and friends. We love holidays, but we never seem to be ready to return to school. This year, follow these simple steps and ease your children back into the groove for school:

• A few days before school starts, put your child back on a school-type schedule. Instead of staying up late and sleeping late, put your child back on track with the timing of the school day. Send them to bed at a normal time for a school night.

Awaken them near the regular time for a school morning. Getting them back into the school sleeping routine will help them adjust better to school once they are back in the classroom.

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• Give your child a book to read over the holidays.

Make it a book they have an interest in reading, one that follows a movie theme, a book they loved as a child, one they can read with you or a book with a positive theme for discussion. They can read a Bible story or an inspirational story.

Reading something they can discuss with you helps them get back into the swing of reading and comprehending the story.

• Plan a time to exercise with your child. There is a lot of sitting around during the holidays. The lack of exercise can make children lethargic and it can diminish their energy. Finding a consistent time to exercise during the holiday can keep your child active and it can provide some good, quality time for you to spend with your child. Exercise and talk with your child to keep them healthy in spirit, mind, and body.

• Ask your child to write a letter to a friend thanking them for being a good friend. Have them write a letter to their family members expressing their love. Let them write a letter of appreciation to their teacher, pastor, a coach, or someone who has been influential in their life.

This exercise will allow them to get back into the habit or writing.

• Take them shopping or out to eat and ask them to break down the receipt to see if the charges are correct. Ask them to figure the taxes or ask them to pick out the prices for each item purchased.

This exercise will help them focus on numbers and warm up for the math class coming in a few days.

It does not take much, but every little bit of thought and work helps students prepare to be back in school and to be engaged in the learning process. Over the holidays, have fun with your children; at the same time, help put them back in the groove for school!

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Dr. Jimmy Harper has been involved in ministry for over 35 years. He ministered in local churches as a staff member and lead pastor. Harper has taught at Lee University since 2000 and served as the LeeU Campus Pastor for 17 years. He is currently the President of Tennessee Christian Preparatory School in Cleveland, TN. Jimmy has been married to Dr. Sharon Harper for 34 years. They have 2 married children and 2 grandchildren.

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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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