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Contents From the Pastor's Desk 08 GoodNews Seeds and Harvest: Let’s Look at You By Matthew Bowden

Money Matters 10 GoodNews The Annual Election Period for

Medicare: What You Need to Know By Rick Hughes

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GoodNews for your Taste Buds 32 Sweet Potato Biscuits

GoodNews Poetry 34 Autumn

By Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

Business Spotlight 36 GoodNews Apple Valley Orchard

GoodNews for Men 14 My First Tricycle:

A Wobbly, Holy Adventure By Charles Finney

for Health & Fitness 38 GoodNews The Best Forms of Exercise

GoodNews for Women 16 The Altar Alters

for Aging Muscle By Thomas Morrison

By Maggie Possinger

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for Pet Lovers 18 AGoodNews Lesson from My Spoiled Rotten Dog By Dee Lancaster

GoodNews for the Discouraged 20 Re-Joys: Choosing Joy By Sharon Eldridge

for Unexpected Blessings 22 AGoodNews Few Cats and a Lot of Love By Donald Cantrell

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32 GoodNews to Study By 40 Then Came Amalek - Part 3 By Dr. Rob Debelak

GoodNews for Life Are You Strong? By Zebbie Brewster

for Discovering More 42 GoodNews Still Shots By Garrett Nudd

GoodNews Cover Story 28 Senior Insurance Solutions: Helping Families Navigate Coverage with Confidence

for Kids 44 AGoodNews Boy After God's Own Heart By Jan Merop

GoodNews for Athletes 46 Going Places By Bill Silvers

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GoodNews for Seniors 50 Turning Over a New Leaf By Dorothy Teague

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Seeds and Harvest: Let’s Look at You by Pastor Matthew Bowden

With autumn upon us, seeds and harvest are in focus. Fresh produce is readily available for meals or even for decorating. With the Lord, there are also unique seeds – you and me! Let’s take a look.

Just Look at David.

Jesus. That new, eternal life is available to all who come to Jesus. God saved you, David was a mustard seed who believed planted you in Jesus, and now your life is God. David was the youngest son in a bearing fruit for the glory of God. family of eight boys. David was ignored and given the job no one else in the John 3:16 ESV shares, “For God so loved Revelation 7:9 CSB says, “After this I family wanted, taking care of the sheep. the world, that he gave his only Son, looked, and there was a vast multitude God took this mustard seed and made a that whoever believes in him should not from every nation, tribe, people, and giant-killing king out of his life. perish but have eternal life.” language, which no one could number, standing before the throne and before the Just Look at Gideon. If God is not using you to bear fruit for Lamb. They were clothed in white robes His kingdom, know that God can take Not the guys who give out Bibles in someone who seems insignificant and with palm branches in their hands.” motel rooms. Those are “Gideons.” I am make something great out of them. God God has a way of bringing great things talking about “Gideon” from the book of specializes in taking the insignificant, out of humble beginnings. Let’s look at Judges. That Gideon was a mustard seed the unusable, and making them into a mustard seed faith. who believed God. Gideon was from the masterpiece for His glory! smallest family in the smallest tribe in the This multitude in Revelation 7:9 is nation of Israel. God took Gideon and The way to get from being messed up to produced by tiny mustard-seed faith that used him as one of the greatest military being massively used is to believe Jesus. God’s Word is true. leaders who ever lived. The way to move from being insignificant to impactful is to believe Jesus. The way If you are a child of God today, you to move from being defeated by sin to certainly had mustard seed beginnings. defeating sin is to believe Jesus. Now, Let’s Take a Look at You.

Jesus said, “Repent, for the kingdom of God is at hand” (Matthew 3:2 ESV). According to the Bible: What does that mean? Jesus was saying • You were a sinner. Romans 3:10–23 to turn from your sin, and run to Him. ESV states, “None is righteous. No, not one.” Look at a little mustard seed. That seed is • You were “dead in trespasses and you. You can stay a tiny seed or you can sins” (Ephesians 2:1 ESV). deposit that seed into the good soil of • You were under a death sentence and King Jesus and grow into a mighty plant you were headed to Hell. that will produce fruit into eternity! Romans 6:23 ESV says, “For the wages This article was adapted with permission of sin is death, but the free gift of God is from Pastor Bowden’s sermon, “A Little eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” Faith Will Do Ya!” from May 2023. But God, in His grace, looked beyond what you were. God’s mercy was the cross. Jesus took the punishment – you and I deserve to pay – in our place. God’s grace was the resurrection of King 8

Rev. Matthew Bowden serves as pastor of Mt. Alto Baptist Church of Rome, Georgia. He is married with two children and is a twotime graduate of Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary.

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Money Matters Rick Hughes Driven by a passion to educate, inform and prepare future retirees, Mr. Hughes founded Hughes Retirement Group in 2007. His main interest is helping his clients in reducing their taxes.

Each year, from October 15 to December 7, Medicare beneficiaries across the United States enter a crucial window known as the Annual Election Period (AEP). This seven-week period is more than just a bureaucratic formalityit's a vital opportunity for individuals to reassess their healthcare coverage, make informed decisions, and ensure their plan aligns with their evolving medical needs and financial situation. You will receive your ANOCS (Annual Notice of Changes) if you are presently on an Advantage or Rx plan. Please make sure you review them to see if any changes need to occur during the AEP. What is the Annual Election Period? The Annual Election Period allows Medicare beneficiaries to make changes to their coverage for the upcoming year. These changes take effect on January 1 of the following year. During AEP, individuals can: • Switch from Original Medicare (Part A and Part B) to a Medicare Advantage (Part C) plan • Move from a Medicare Advantage plan back to Original Medicare • Change from one Medicare Advantage plan to another • Enroll in, switch, or drop a Medicare Part D prescription drug plan This flexibility is essential because Medicare plans can change annually. Premiums may rise, coverage may shift, and provider networks may expand or contract. Reviewing your plan during AEP ensures you're not caught off guard by unexpected changes in January. Why Reviewing Your Plan Matters • Many beneficiaries assume that if

their plan worked well this year, it will continue to do so next year. Unfortunately, that's not always the case. Insurance companies routinely update their plans, which can affect: • Monthly premiums • Deductibles and copayments • Drug formularies (the list of covered medications) • Provider networks (which doctors and hospitals are covered) Failing to review your plan could mean paying more out-of-pocket, losing access to preferred providers, or discovering that a critical medication is no longer covered. How to Make Smart Choices During AEP

Navigating Medicare options can feel overwhelming, but a few key steps can simplify the process: 1. Assess Your Current Health Needs Consider any new diagnoses, ongoing treatments, or anticipated procedures. Your coverage should reflect your current and future medical needs. 2. Review Your Prescription Medications Use Medicare's Plan Finder tool to compare Part D plans and ensure your medications are still covered affordably. 3. Check Provider Networks If you're considering a Medicare Advantage plan, confirm that your doctors and specialists are in-network. 4. Compare Costs Look beyond premiums. Evaluate deductibles, copays, and out-of-pocket maximums to get a full picture of your potential expenses. 5. Seek Help If Needed Many of you are getting lots of mailings or phone calls. This can be overwhelming and can also put you in a bad situation. Put yourself at ease and deal

with a broker who you can sit down with, and they can explain all of the changes for the upcoming year. Call or text the Medicare Coach at Hughes Retirement group 423-664-4203 or visit the website, www.hughesretirementgroup.com, to set an appointment. Our staff is ready to assist you. We have been in the business for over 20 years, and you can trust us that we will do what is right for you. What Happens If You Miss AEP? If you don't make changes during AEP, your current plan will typically renew automatically. However, you may be stuck with a plan that no longer meets your needs. Outside of AEP, changes are only allowed during Special Enrollment Periods (SEPs) triggered by specific life events, such as: • Moving to a new coverage area • Losing other health insurance • Qualifying for a 5-star Medicare Advantage or Part D plan Final Thoughts The Annual Election Period is your once-a-year opportunity to take control of your Medicare coverage. Whether you're satisfied with your current plan or considering a switch, it's worth taking the time to review your options. By being proactive during AEP, you can avoid costly surprises and ensure your coverage supports your health and financial wellbeing in the year ahead.

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My First Tricycle: A Wobbly, Holy Adventure by Charles Finney

(Inspired by 1 John 4:17-19, with humor and handlebar streamers) Let me take you back to a sacred time in my life—before taxes, before heartbreak, before I realized that “sugar-free” wasn’t a sign of spiritual maturity. Yes, I’m talking about the era of my first tricycle. It was red. It had plastic streamers, a bell that made no actual bell-like sound, and three wheels of raw, glorious freedom. It was, as far as I was concerned, my chariot of fire—except powered by juice boxes and a deeply irrational sense of self-confidence. And so it was, one bright Saturday morning, I mounted this holy vehicle with all the boldness that 1 John 4:17 KJV describes: “Herein is our love made perfect, that we may have boldness in the day of judgment...” Now, judgment in this context probably meant standing before the throne of God, but for me, it meant barreling down the driveway with Dad shouting, “USE THE BRAKES!”—a thing I had chosen to ignore in favor of more spiritually reckless behavior. Because, you know, Jesus didn’t ride the brakes, so why should I? I wobbled to the left. I wobbled to the right. At one point, I nearly took out the mailbox—thankfully, my guardian angel was clearly working overtime. But I had boldness. I had love. And most importantly, I had no fear. Why? Because of verse 18: “There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment.” And let me tell you, the only torment I knew was the feeling of my helmet squeezing my face like a sanctified melon. But I pressed on, fueled by love... and probably half a pack of M&M’s. You see, when you’re a kid with a tricycle and a heart full of hope, you believe in invincibility. You believe your dad’s cheering means you’re winning the Tour de France. And you definitely believe that if you pedal fast enough, you’ll become airborne. (Spoiler: I did not become airborne. I hit a shrub.) But even lying in that bush, I realized something: I wasn’t afraid. Not of the ride, not of falling, not even of Dad making me come inside and “practice stopping.” Because perfect love had cast out fear. Well, that, and the fact that Dad had promised ice cream if I didn’t cry. 14

And that brings us to the most profound part: “We love him, because He first loved us.” (v. 19) Just like I loved my dad not because he let me crash into shrubbery, but because he was there—with band-aids, encouragement, and ice cream. I didn’t earn his love by tricycling well. In fact, I mostly proved that steering is hard and gravity is undefeated. But he loved me first. And that’s the beauty of it. God’s love is like that first tricycle: slightly dangerous, unexpectedly thrilling, and completely supported by a Father who’s not mad when you wipe out—He’s just proud you tried. So whether you’re pedaling boldly toward your destiny or sideways into a hydrangea bush, remember: you are loved. Not because you ride perfectly, but because Love Himself got you the tricycle, cheered you on, and already forgave the shrub. Amen, and pass the M&M’s. Minister, Magazine and Newspaper Columnist, Songwriter, Published Author, Retiree: TVA, Ebasco, Raytheon, PRC Engr, City of Chattanooga writings of Love and Jesus in a Southern Country Style.

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Although I grew up in Western Maryland, a beautiful area with abundant hills and wooded fields, I’ve never partaken in a common hobby— one that’s also quite popular here in Tennessee: hunting. I don’t find hunting gruesome in the slightest; in fact, I enjoy some deer jerky from time to time. In Genesis 1:26, God gave humans dominion over animals. So, yes, I understand animals die so we can have food. While I enjoy the meat that hunting provides, the thought of ME having to kill an animal seems very unpleasant. Most of the time, I struggle to kill spiders or other bugs, so I’m not sure I would even be good at hunting. I was recently reminded of how thankful I am that I do not have to purposefully kill any animals. Roadkill, on the other hand, is inevitable (and I’m sure no one would want to hear those stories). In my church small group, we talked about sacrificing animals. We discussed hypotheticals and what the world would be like if Christians still had to sacrifice animals. Of course, the first thing I think of when I hear the words “animal sacrifice” is the book of Leviticus. For the Israelites, sacrificing an animal was more than just taking its life. They watched the blood drain from its body because it was a tangible symbol of sin and its results. A popular nonprofit organization, The Bible Project, explains it this way: “sin vandalizes God’s world with death and pain,” and “God has every right to make people face the just consequences.” However, God loves us and is not seeking to kill us, so in the Old Testament days, an animal’s life was symbolically offered as a ransom payment. The practice of sacrificing animals reminded the Israelites that sin was serious, and the consequences should be treated as such. 16

But the God we serve is a just and gracious God who ultimately wanted a covenant relationship with the Israelites. God’s love was most fully displayed in Jesus, His birth, His death, and His resurrection. My friends and I reflected on how thankful we were to live in a time where WE could have personal relationships with Jesus Christ. It’s hard to imagine not being able to talk directly to God or going to a priest so they could read you the Scriptures. Sacrificing animals served a purpose in the Old Testament. As a child, I definitely did not grasp the significance of it. Sacrificial laws and customs seemed like a part of the Bible that I glazed over because it wasn’t relevant to the 21st century. In fact, growing up, I always wondered why a book like Leviticus was included in the Bible. It’s moments and conversations like these when I’m so grateful for this (slightly tedious) but beautiful book. It tells the story of God’s enduring love to His people and points us back to Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross. While I’m thankful that I do not have to watch the life physically drain out of animals, I see how blessed I am to live in today’s world—a place where I can talk to God any time and freely read His words. I’ll leave the hunting to those who truly enjoy it. “God showed how much He loved us by sending His one and only Son into the world so that we might have eternal life through Him. This is real love—not that we loved God, but that He loved us and sent His Son as a sacrifice to take away our sins” (1 John 4:9-10 NIV). Maggie Possinger graduated from Lee University in 2024 with a degree in Digital Media Studies, specializing in journalism. She currently serves as the Events and Programming Coordinator for the Cleveland/Bradley Chamber of Commerce. In her free time, she can be found walking around downtown Cleveland, attending baseball games, and spending time with her friends and family.

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As she lay there in my embrace, I scratched her, kissed all over her soft, poofy head, and told her that she was such a good girl. She took in every word as I gushed them out:

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“You’re such a good girl. You’re my baby!” My thoughts brought me to a standstill as I began to wonder if that’s just how God sees me. I recalled a Bible verse I had recently memorized that talks about how God forgives us when we confess our sins to Him. Not only does He forgive, but He makes us new—righteous even. goodnewscm.com // October 2026

“If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness” (1 John 1:9 NIV). How He can forgive our sins and call us righteous has me perplexed. Me? Righteous? I mean, I can accept the title of forgiven, but I have a hard time calling myself righteous. How is that even possible? I mess up every day. I make mistakes. I’m not always loving or careful with my words. I have a selfcentered nature, and I’m stubborn just like my rotten Mayflower! And yet—my God, my heavenly Father— quickly forgives me, wraps His loving arms around me, and calls me righteous. He calls me His child. How does the King of Kings and Lord of all creation forget so quickly what a mess I am? This questioning brings to mind another Bible verse found in the book of Isaiah 43:25 NKJV: “I, even I, am He who blots out your transgressions, for My own sake, and remembers your sins no more.” Wow. He chooses not to remember my sins. God can forget? No—it is His choice. I’ve always thought of forgetfulness as a weakness, but maybe sometimes it’s a strength. God can do anything He wants to do, yet He loves us so much that when we repent of our wrongdoings—over and over again—He chooses not to remember them. That kind of love blows me away.

But then I think about Mayflower. In all of her misbehavior and spoiled, rotten ways, I love her. I forgive her quickly. And I call her “good girl.” I call her mine. So maybe righteousness isn’t about being perfect, as I’ve always believed. Maybe it’s about belonging to God— being fully known, forgiven, and loved by Him—and finally learning to relinquish guilt and self-condemnation. Maybe it’s about believing Him when He calls me forgiven, when He calls me His own. If I can have this kind of love toward Mayflower, how much MORE does my heavenly Father love me? He invites me to stop arguing with His grace and simply receive it—to rest in being loved, forgiven, and claimed as His own. Not because I’ve earned it, but because His mercy is that great. Today, I’m choosing to believe Him. I’m choosing to be grateful. I’m choosing to rest in a grace that is so big that it wraps its arms around me and says: “I love you. You are mine.” Even on my most spoiled, rotten days.

Kindermusik with Dee, an early childhood music and movement program, has been Dee Lancaster’s passion for 24 years. She enjoys life in Tennessee with her family and very spoiled dogs.

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Gò0dNews for the Discouraged

Re-Joys: Choosing Joy by Sharon Eldridge

“The joy of the Lord is my strength! (Nehemiah 8:10 NKJV). “Make a joyful noise unto the Lord all ye people” (Psalm 100:1 KJV). “Count it all joy! (James 1:2 KJV). “The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace. . . “ (Galatians 5:22 KJV). Everything you read about joy says that it is a choice. It’s not the same as your mood. It’s not the same as being constantly happy. I am struggling to get my thoughts together this morning. My head and body ache despite the ibuprofen and coffee. The wind is bringing in cold, damp air and more rain from the north. The highs for today and tomorrow will be in the 40s, and my body is not happy. I’m sure my plants aren’t happy either. I’m not in a very joyful mood, am I? Thankfully, our source of joy is more dependable than our bodies, the weather, or our circumstances. I was taught as a child that JOY is JesusOthers-You. The Bible tells us that the devil is 20

a joy thief. What is joy and how do we choose it? Rick Warren gives us this definition of joy: “Joy is the settled assurance that God is in control of all the details of my life, the quiet confidence that ultimately everything is going to be alright, and the determined choice to praise God in every situation.” My Nanny and Mom both had the middle name, Joy. Quite a bit of my joy felt missing after they both went to heaven and then Dad followed so closely behind Mom. A little over a year later, I prayed for God to take my grief and sorrow and to give me back my joy. I couldn’t feel it. I wanted to choose it. But I didn’t know how. God had to teach me to fully trust in Him. He showed me that I don’t need to trust in anyone else, including myself, to take care of my family’s needs. He’s showing me how to RE-JOYS. “Rejoice in the Lord always! Again, I say rejoice!” goodnewscm.com // October 2026

majestic glory of God said to him, “This is my dearly loved Son, who brings me great joy.” It’s clear, beloved: Christ is our source for love, peace, wisdom, grace, and joy. Peter tells us how to grow our faith and encourages us to be more knowledgeable about Jesus. In John 15, Jesus says that He is the vine, God is the gardener and that we are the branches. Each branch is carefully cared for by God, our Gardener. He cuts away the dead leaves of sin and will sometimes even prune little blossoms away in certain areas of our lives to allow other blossoms to bloom with more fullness. If we surrender to His care, He will help us grow into a beautiful, mature branch that will bear fruit, which contains what? Seeds! Seeds of love, joy, peace, patience, gentleness, goodness, kindness and self-control. We must stay connected to our Vine in order to receive life-sustaining water. His roots stretch much deeper than any little superficial roots we could try to use to survive. His roots reach into Living Water even during drought. They stabilize us even in the worst of storms. They withstand any temperature from the scorching heat of trials to the freezing cold of mourning and loneliness. Jesus promises that if we obey His commandments that we will stay connected to Him and will overflow with joy. (Philippians 4:4 KJV). “This is the day the Lord has made! Rejoice and be glad in it!” (Psalm 118:24 KJV). When we rejoice, we celebrate. We spread joy! We look for the positive things in life, and we praise God for them. If something goes wrong, as it always will in life, look for God in the middle of it. That’s why trials and troubles bring us an opportunity for joy. When everything falls apart beyond what we can fix in our own capabilities, take the opportunity to praise God in advance for how He will work it out when we put our trust, our hope in Him. We will experience great joy as a result. Second Peter 1:16-17 NLT says, “For we were not making up clever stories when we told you about the powerful coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. We saw his majestic splendor with our own eyes when he received honor and glory from God the Father. The voice from the

His commandment is to love each other as He loves us. It sounds so simple, but we still struggle to follow it. And we can’t love each other like Jesus did unless we are knowledgeable about Jesus. We have to know Him, be entwined in Him, and grow in His love. We must take the opportunity to trust Him with our growth. We have the best Gardener watching over us. Although Nanny and Mom legally carried Joy as their middle names, we can spiritually carry this fruit of the Spirit as near to our hearts as we carry our own names. Wouldn’t it be wonderful if someone could see the joy in us and think: “Her middle name must be Joy!”

Sharon Eldridge is a newly published writer, excited to see where the Lord leads as she develops a new blog.

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Gò0dNews in the Unexpected

A Few Cats and a Lot of Love by Pastor Donald Cantrell

There are moments in life when you think you are making a simple decision, only to discover later that the decision has quietly taken over the entire household. That is exactly what happened the weekend my wife and I decided our family needed a cat. We searched here and there, but none seemed quite right. Then one trip to Chattanooga changed everything. There we found a beautiful Russian Blue named Jelly Bean. He looked elegant, refined, and slightly judgmental, which I have since learned are standard features for most cats. We brought Jelly Bean home and for a brief shining moment everything seemed wonderful. Then we left for a weekend trip. When we returned, Jelly Bean had apparently spent those days studying the Old Testament, particularly the parts about wrath and judgment. One afternoon my wife called me and whispered, “This cat is mad and I have locked myself in the closet.” That was the day we realized Jelly Bean loved freedom more than family. Soon afterward he returned to where we found him. Our search continued and this time it took us to Cleveland. That is where we met Gizmo. Now Gizmo actually liked us, which was a refreshing change. However, he expressed affection through what I call love bites. Proverbs says, “A faithful friend wounds in love,” but I am fairly certain Solomon never owned a Russian Blue.

Eventually I convinced my wife that two cats could not possibly be more work than one. That was my first mistake. Soon we brought home Ziggy, another tiny Russian Blue who could hide under the couch so completely that you might think he had ascended like Elijah in a whirlwind. Two cats, as it turns out, require double the patience and about three times the cat food. Yet they slowly worked their way into our hearts. Then along came a little feral tabby that adopted my granddaughter Kinsley. My wife announced with great authority that the Cantrell family would absolutely not be getting another cat. That declaration lasted until the tabby was fed, petted, and named Tatar Tot. Just like that, we had three. If a dog could text you, it would send messages every five minutes. If a cat could text you, it would simply leave you on read. Dogs think they are part of the family. Cats believe they are running the operation.

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Each of our cats is wonderfully different. Gizmo will meow like a preacher with a microphone. Ziggy and Tatar Tot prefer the silent treatment, walking around with meaningful glances that say, “You should already know what I want.” Cats take time to trust you, but once they do, they stay close. As I write these words, Ziggy is beside me. He is now 18 pounds. Gizmo is in the other chair, and Tatar Tot is stretched out in the recliner. I suppose there is a small sermon in all of this. God made every creature with its own nature, yet each one has a place in the home He provides. And sometimes, if you open your door and your heart, a few unexpected blessings may wander in and stay awhile.

Donald Cantrell is a lifelong native of Murray county and has been pastoring and preaching since 1980. He has had the honor of publishing over thirty books and his sermon material is sold all over the world by various online companies. If you visit his house any weekend in the fall you will find them watching the “Florida Gators or the New England Patriots… Chomp Chomp.”

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Gò0dNews for Life

Are you Strong? by Zebbie Brewster

Psalm 28:7 KJV: “The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusted in Him, and I am helped: therefore my heart greatly rejoiceth; and with my song will I praise Him.”

was too. He could still transfer himself from his wheelchair to his recliner. After a successful transfer, I could hear my dad say, “One more time.”

Are you strong? Did you use to be stronger than you are now? I remember one day my husband and I were leaving a store after shopping. We were behind a lady carrying an umbrella in one hand and pushing her buggy with the other hand. Thinking that she was elderly and might need a hand, I offered her my help. She said she was fine and proceeded to get her bottles of water out of her buggy and put them in her vehicle. She was used to taking care of herself, and she was stronger than I had thought. I guess I was thinking that I would have needed help and she must also. As I heard a friend say at church one morning, “We do what we have to.” That “have to” part could entail anything that might come our way in a day’s time. Life is so uncertain and if we live in fear of what might happen next, our life loses its joy and purpose.

The Good Lord had given him the strength in his arms to do what he needed to do. He did not stop believing in himself and that is the great example he was for those around him. My mom has told me that when you stop believing in yourself, you die.

As I sit and write this on a cool spring morning, it brings back memories of going to visit my dad on Saturdays. I remember one of the last times I had visited him. He had called and asked me to come that day and visit for a while with him. By this time in his life he was still able to have company visit. He was telling me on that visit that he had accidentally misplaced his dentures. He had put out a reward of $100.00 for the one who could find them and return them to him. How far could my dad’s plate of dentures have gone from his hospital bed? My dad went to sleep a week after that and passed on to his eternal reward. His wife, my stepmom, was faithfully by his side. I guess today the memory seems like it happened only yesterday. It seems the cause of death for my 93-yearold dad was arthritis and the pain that comes from it. His heart was still good physically. I think his body was just worn out and he died of old age. There won’t be any wheelchairs in Heaven as my dad has already found out. My dad amazed me of how strong he 24

I want to encourage you to not give up on yourself. Keep believing in yourself. You prayerfully do what you can do and trust God to help you with the rest. My dad also had a really great sense of humor. Laughter will help you stay young also. It will help if you can learn to laugh at yourself. We can all be quite amusing! My dad’s denture plate was found under his recliner when they were cleaning under it after he passed on. I don’t think the reward was ever collected. So glad that Dad won’t have any need of his dentures in Heaven! May I encourage you today to keep trusting in the joy of the Lord to be your strength? The load is always a lot lighter when you have someone to help you carry it. Pray that you make today one of those days you do something you have been putting off to do. The weight of regret is too heavy of a load to carry around. Nehemiah 8:10 KJV says, “Then he said unto them, ‘Go your way, eat the fat, and drink the sweet, and send portions unto them for whom nothing is prepared: for this day is holy unto our Lord: neither be ye sorry: for the joy of the Lord is your strength.’”

Zebbie Brewster resides in Summerville, Georgia. She is an active member at Perennial Springs Baptist Church.

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FEATURED COVER STORY

Senior Insurance Solutions: Helping Families Navigate Coverage with Confidence About Senior Insurance Solutions Locally owned by Jacob and Tonia Anderson, Senior Insurance Solutions serves individuals and families throughout our community and several surrounding states through in-person, phone, and online consultations. Their team of professionally licensed staff members and agents is dedicated to helping clients navigate Medicare, health insurance, life insurance, and retirement planning with confidence. Jacob and Tonia met at church in Cleveland and have been married for 22 years. They are the proud parents of two children, Benjamin and Bethany. In addition to his insurance career, Jacob is a commercially rated pilot and holds a bachelor's degree in Aeronautics. He regularly volunteers his time as a pilot for Angel Flight missions, providing free air transportation for veterans and other individuals who need assistance traveling to medical appointments and specialized treatment centers. Senior Insurance Solutions proudly supports these missions by 28

covering the fuel expenses, allowing Jacob to donate his time and aircraft to help those in need receive essential medical care. Tonia is an art teacher and owner of Uniquely Creative Art Studio who provides weekly art classes for children and adults throughout the community. How Senior Insurance Solutions Began Jacob entered the insurance industry 29 years ago, beginning his career by helping seniors enroll in Medicare Supplement plans. In 1998, he was recognized as the number-one volume producer among more than 40,000 representatives nationwide for Pioneer Life, a Conseco company. As his experience and reputation grew, he became passionate about mentoring others in the industry and eventually founded Senior Insurance Solutions. What started more than 20 years ago as a small operation consisting of Jacob and longtime team members Mike and Cindy Wooten would eventually grow into one of the region's most respected independent insurance agencies. goodnewscm.com // October 2026

In 2021, after 15 years of growth, the company outgrew its location near the Church of God International Offices on Oakland Drive. To better serve clients and support its expanding team, Senior Insurance Solutions moved into a newly constructed 10,000-square-foot office on Georgetown Road near Cleveland Middle School. The state-of-the-art facility provides improved accessibility for clients with mobility challenges and offers the space needed for the team to continue serving the community at the highest level. The company also believes in supporting local organizations that promote health and wellness. As an active pickleball player himself, Jacob recently sponsored the purchase of four new pickleball nets for the Cleveland YMCA's newly remodeled pickleball facility. Through both personal involvement and business support, Senior Insurance Solutions remains committed to investing in programs that strengthen the community. Tangible Benefits from an Intangible Product Insurance is a product you cannot see or touch, making trust and service essential. At Senior Insurance Solutions, the relationship with clients extends far beyond the initial enrollment. Jacob and his team are committed to providing ongoing guidance, support, and personalized service long after a policy is purchased. Client reviews and consultations—whether in person or by phone—are always provided at no cost. Over the years, the agency has earned numerous awards and recognitions from leading insurance carriers for outstanding performance and customer service. Most recently, three of the agency's producers were recognized among the Top 50 producers statewide by BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee. More importantly, the company is built on Christian values, emphasizing honesty, integrity, compassion, and a commitment to serving others. These principles continue to guide every interaction and have helped establish Senior Insurance Solutions as a trusted resource for individuals and families throughout the region.

Making Medicare Make Sense Many of the agency's clients come through referrals from satisfied customers, local physicians' offices, and even other insurance agencies that do not specialize in Medicare products. "Medicare and the health insurance industry have become more complicated than ever," Jacob explains. "In Bradley County alone, seniors can choose from dozens of different Medicare plans. It can be overwhelming for someone who is new to Medicare and trying to make important decisions within a limited enrollment period." The Annual Enrollment Period for Medicare plans runs from October 15 through December 7 each year. During that time, the team helps clients answer important questions such as: • Do I need to enroll in Medicare Part B? • How can I avoid costly late-enrollment penalties? • Should I choose a Medicare Advantage plan, a Medicare Supplement, or both? • Do I need a separate Part D prescription drug plan? • Which plans are accepted by my doctors and hospitals? Missing important deadlines or making the wrong choice can result in penalties that last a lifetime. Because there is no additional cost for Medicare beneficiaries to work with a licensed and certified agent, Senior Insurance Solutions believes there is no reason for individuals to navigate the process alone. 29

Individual Health Insurance for Those Under 65 For individuals and families under age 65 who do not have employer-sponsored coverage, finding affordable health insurance can be challenging. Many are surprised to learn they qualify for significant premium subsidies through the Marketplace. The team routinely helps clients find plans with affordable monthly premiums that include doctor visits, prescription drug coverage, and preventive care benefits. In many cases, coverage costs far less than people expect, making quality health insurance accessible to those who may have assumed it was out of reach. Retirement and Life Insurance Solutions For those approaching retirement, Senior Insurance Solutions offers a variety of safe-money retirement strategies and guaranteed products designed to provide income and protect principal. These options can help retirees create dependable income streams as high as 5.75% while maintaining peace of mind, without risk. The agency also offers both term and permanent life insurance coverage for individuals ranging from newborns to seniors. Whether a family needs final-expense coverage, mortgage protection, income replacement, or estate planning solutions, the team works to match each client with the coverage that best fits their needs. The Senior Insurance Solutions Difference What sets Senior Insurance Solutions apart is its independence. Unlike captive agencies that represent only one insurance company, Senior Insurance Solutions works with more than 50 insurance carriers. Why does that matter? Because every client's situation is different. Rather than being limited to a single company's products, the team can compare multiple options and recommend solutions tailored to the client's specific needs and goals. Independent agencies are able to offer objective guidance, broader choices, and personalized recommendations—providing clients with confidence that their interests come first. About the Team A key member of the team is Stephanie Ochoa, the agency's Office Manager. In addition to overseeing daily operations, she assists clients and agents throughout the enrollment process and helps ensure a positive customer experience. Mike Wooten, one of the key agents in the firm along with his wife Cindy, has been with Senior Insurance Solutions since the beginning and continues to play an important role in serving clients throughout the region. Today, Senior Insurance Solutions is a team composed of more than 25 dedicated professionals committed to helping individuals and families make informed insurance decisions with confidence. For more information, call 423-559-5274 or toll-free at 1-888288-3714. 30

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Gò0dNews for your Taste Buds

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SWEET POTATO BISCUITS October in the Smoky Mountains is pure poetry. The trees burn bright with red and gold, the air smells like woodsmoke, and the mornings arrive with mist rolling low along the ridgelines. It’s the time of year when every porch seems to hold a pumpkin, every table a story, and every kitchen a reason to bake something warm.

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While apples and pumpkins tend to steal the spotlight in early fall, there’s another humble hero in Appalachian kitchens this time of year: the sweet potato. Dug from the rich mountain soil and cured in the cool air, sweet potatoes used to be a staple crop for mountain families who needed something hearty, filling, and long-lasting. And one of the best—and most beloved— ways to use them is in a batch of Sweet Potato Biscuits. These golden, tender biscuits are a celebration of October’s flavor. With just a touch of natural sweetness and the buttery flake of a well-made biscuit, they strike a perfect balance between rustic and refined. They’re just as welcome on a breakfast plate with sausage and eggs as they are at Sunday dinner alongside roasted chicken or ham. Tradition is to make them in a deep cast-iron skillet, letting the biscuits crowd together so they rise up tall and soft in the middle, with just a bit of crunch on the bottom. Then, brush them with melted butter the moment they come out of the oven. Can’t you just imagine eating them warm, steam rising with every bite, thinking it’s the taste of autumn itself. October in the mountains invites us to slow down, gather close, and enjoy the good gifts of the season. A pan of sweet potato biscuits does just that—simple, seasonal, and baked with love.

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2 cups all-purpose flour

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1 tablespoon baking powder

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½ teaspoon baking soda

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½ teaspoon salt

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1 tablespoon sugar (optional, for a hint of sweetness)

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½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)

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6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces

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¾ cup mashed cooked sweet potato (about 1 medium sweet potato)

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Preheat oven to 425°F. Lightly grease a cast-iron skillet or baking sheet.

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In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, sugar, and cinnamon if using.

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Cut in cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

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Stir in mashed sweet potato. Add buttermilk a little at a time, mixing just until a soft dough forms. Don’t overwork.

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Turn dough out onto a floured surface. Gently pat to ¾-inch thickness and cut with a biscuit cutter or glass.

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Place biscuits close together in skillet or on sheet. Bake 15–18 minutes, or until tops are golden brown.

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Brush with melted butter and serve warm.

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Gò0dNews Poetry

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AU T U M N By Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

With what a glory comes and goes the year! The buds of spring, those beautiful harbingers Of sunny skies and cloudless times, enjoy Life’s newness, and earth’s garniture spread out; And when the silver habit of the clouds Comes down upon the autumn sun, and with A sober gladness the old year takes up His bright inheritance of golden fruits, A pomp and pageant fill the splendid scene. There is a beautiful spirit breathing now Its mellow richness on the clustered trees, And, from a beaker full of richest dyes, Pouring new glory on the autumn woods, And dipping in warm light the pillared clouds. Morn on the mountain, like a summer bird, Lifts up her purple wing, and in the vales The gentle wind, a sweet and passionate wooer, Kisses the blushing leaf, and stirs up life Within the solemn woods of ash deep-crimsoned, And silver beech, and maple yellow-leaved, Where Autumn, like a faint old man, sits down By the wayside a-weary. Through the trees The golden robin moves; the purple finch, That on wild cherry and red cedar feeds, A winter bird, comes with its plaintive whistle, And pecks by the witch-hazel, whilst aloud From cottage roofs the warbling blue-bird sings; And merrily, with oft-repeated stroke, Sounds from the threshing-floor the busy flail.

"October" by William Trost Richards

O what a glory doth this world put on For him who, with a fervent heart, goes forth Under the bright and glorious sky, and looks On duties well performed, and days well spent! For him the wind, ay, and the yellow leaves Shall have a voice, and give him eloquent teachings. He shall so hear the solemn hymn, that Death Has lifted up for all, that he shall go To his long resting-place without a tear. This poem is in the public domain.

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Gò0dNews Business Spotlight

A P P L E VA L L E Y O R C H A R D

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hat could be better for the autumn season than a fun-filled visit to Apple Valley Orchard in South Cleveland, TN? There you’ll find a wide selection of fresh apples, warm baked goods, and delicious apple cider. The Apple Valley Orchard’s cider mill is a rare gem these days among orchards, as Tennessee has very few local, fresh cider mills currently in operation. A quick Google search shows you’d have to drive a couple of hours away from the Cleveland area to find this liquid gold. How are they able to bring all of this to fruition? A great team, no doubt! Owner Chuck McSpadden gives credit where it is due: “At Apple Valley Orchard, we have a wonderful staff who helps us create a family friendly atmosphere at the store. It is because of them that those who visit us feel welcome and want to return each season.”

Two to Tons

The son of the original owner, Chuck McSpadden, shares how it all began: “During the early sixties my dad planted two apple trees in the backyard. As time

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went on, he set more and eventually we had approximately forty trees. My mom saw how much he enjoyed his new hobby and suggested he plant more trees. She was thinking about forty more trees, but Dad brought home four hundred more! Today the orchard has approximately 15,000 trees. “Our harvest season runs July through October and each month has different varieties of apples to harvest. A list of all our apples and when they normally ripen is on our website (applevalleyorchard. com), but I recommend checking our Facebook or giving us a call ahead of time to see what we have in stock. Each apple variety is harvested as it ripens." Over Fifty Years of Harvesting Success

From 1972 to 2026, the McSpaddens and their team harvested a variety of apples and loads of happiness from this versatile fruit. McSpadden shares the most significant steps: “We installed a cider mill in 1978. Then, in 1987, we built a new apple house complete with a bakery. In 1996, a new strain of the Gala apple was discovered in our orchard, and we named this new strain the

‘Caitlin Gala’ after my daughter. In 2001 we enlarged the sales floor of the apple house and added a picnic pavilion.” Why would the Apple Valley Orchard need to enlarge or add a pavilion? McSpadden explains: “One of our favorite fall activities is hosting the schools that come to visit. We host school trips daily from early September through late October. The school groups cycle through four stations. They go on the trailer ride, they learn how we take care of our trees, they hear the Johnny Appleseed story, and they visit our packing house and cider room. At the end of the tour, we provide an apple and a cup of cider. For the school trips, reservations are required, so make sure you plan ahead! “We also offer wagon rides on the weekends at 2:00 p.m. and again at 4:00 p.m. throughout September and October (excluding the third weekend in October due to the local Apple Festival). Our wagon rides are twenty-minute trailer rides through the orchard. Tickets can be purchased in the store.”

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Taking Apples to Town Each year during the third weekend in October, the Apple Valley Orchard crew participates in the Cleveland Apple Festival. This year it takes place on Saturday, October 17, 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. and Sunday, October 18, 1:00 p.m. -6:00 p.m. in historic downtown Cleveland, TN. The Cleveland Apple Festival is a 501(c)(3) public charity that donates all net proceeds to other nonprofit organizations in the Cleveland, TN area.

Planting Seeds with Sights on the Future Even though the orchard has been in operation for over fifty years, the McSpadden family has been able to keep up with current innovations and techniques. McSpadden explains, “We are constantly replanting and trying new and innovative techniques to improve crop production. With the way that technology is advancing, we have new options to try to better our orchard. With the consistent replanting of trees, we aim to keep up with the most efficient methods. For example, right now we are moving to a trellis system that will help in picking, with insect control, and for better support for the trees. The trellis system is a good investment into the property and life of the trees.” The third generation of McSpaddens, Caitlin and Charlie, are primed to continue the family business. Charlie is learning how to take care of the orchard and how to make cider. Caitlin helped spearhead the expansion of a new store and bakery located on Waterlevel Highway.

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Gò0dNews for Health & Fitness

The Best Forms of Exercise for Aging Muscle by Thomas Morrison

Exercise is vital to a long and healthy life. It boosts your immune system, keeps your mind sharp, helps you sleep, improves your muscle tone, and extends your healthy lifespan. But it has only been in the last 15 years or so that researchers have begun to uncover which exercises or forms of training work best to reverse the effects of aging. Age Reversal in Humans There have been many successful studies showing age reversal in animals with caloric restriction and chemical and genetic interventions, but this has never been proven in humans. However, an amazing study came out in May of 2007 in the peer-reviewed journal PLOS One titled Resistance Exercise Reverses Aging in Human Skeletal Muscle. The researchers put older (70 and up) and younger subjects (in their 20s) on a strength training program twice a week for six months. And though the older subjects were 59% weaker than the younger ones when they started, they got 50% stronger over the course of the study and closed the gap to only 38% weaker by the end. That in itself was great, but what was really exciting was the tissue samples taken from the older participants where they tested 596 genes that normally decline in function as we age. What the researchers found was that fully 179 of the genes showed a reversal to levels similar to the participants who were in their 20s! This caused lead researcher, Simon Melov, to state, “We were very surprised by the results. We expected to see genetic expressions that stayed fairly steady in the older adults. The fact that their ‘genetic fingerprints’ so dramatically reversed course gives credence to the value of exercise, not only as a means of improving health, but of reversing the aging process itself.” 38

What is interesting about this landmark research and the genes they identified to be related to aging is that they are the ones largely involved in driving anaerobic metabolism. In other words, what appears to be a marker for youth, and consequently what gets lost with aging, is the ability to do high-intensity anaerobic work. The kind that is done with strength training. Another HIIT on Aging More recently, another study examining not just strength training, but highintensity interval training (HIIT), and more moderate exercise (steadystate biking and light weight lifting) was done. This study, published in the March 2017 edition of Cell Metabolism, also enrolled younger volunteers (1830 year olds) and older (65-80) to take part in the three different exercise styles. And once again, they found that strength training benefited aging muscles—especially in muscle mass and strength, but high-intensity interval training yielded the biggest benefits at the cellular level. When biopsied, these older participants’ muscles had almost 400 genes working differently now, compared to only 19 for those doing more moderate, steady-state aerobics or light-weight lifting. This caused lead author, Dr. Sreekumaran Nair, to state, “It seems as if the decline in the cellular health of muscles associated with aging

was ‘corrected’ with exercise, especially if it was intense. In fact, older people’s cells responded in some ways more robustly to intense exercise than the cells of the young did—suggesting it is never too late to benefit from exercise.” Bottom Line As counter-intuitive as it would seem, “pumping-iron” and high-intensity interval training where you get your heart rate up to 80% of your max for four minutes or so, catch your breath, and repeat are some of the best ways for even older exercisers to train and maintain their youthfulness.

Thomas Morrison is the Fitness Coordinator and at Bradley Wellness Center in Dalton, GA, where he has served for the past 25 years.

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Then Came Amalek: Part 3 by Dr. Rob Debelak

"The Triumph of Mordecai" by Lucas van Leyden

Part 3 of 3: End of the Line, Esther The Amalekites first attacked Israel shortly after God’s people left Egypt (Exodus 17:8–16). The LORD warned of perpetual tension with this adversary until the threat was eliminated [see “Then Came Amalek – Part 1: Bold Beginnings”]. Sadly, the warning went unheeded, and King Saul later suffered because of his error in dealing with Agag, an Amalekite king [see “Then Came Amalek – Part 2: Saul’s Demise”]. Historically, Israel’s unified kingdom splits, and the fractured nation subsequently endures 70 years of exile (Jeremiah 25). Many returned, though some remained faithful outside the homeland. Two such examples in biblical history are Mordecai and Esther. Mordecai, like Saul, encounters an Amalekite. This time, however, things turn out differently. Encountering the Narratives Reversals in the Book of Esther In a self-absorbed kingdom, the veneer of power is a cheap mask. The book opens with the silent refusal of one woman disheveling a male-dominated kingdom (Ch 1). Likewise, the story’s nemesis, Haman, thinks he has power, but discovers he is a legend only in his own mind. Haman craves promotion, power, and prestige to stroke his inflated ego. Yet, one man, Mordecai, the Jew, silently cramps Haman’s style. Why? Haman is an Agagite (of Amalek)! Haman resorts to ancestral tactics, clandestinely seeking the annihilation of the Jewish race in his vengeance against one man. Apprising the Persian king of a (fictitious) national threat, Haman conveniently omits to mention identity. Securing permission to eliminate the [alleged] menace, Haman believes he has Mordecai pinned in weakness. However, in a stroke of irony, the king orders Haman to parade Mordecai through the streets in lavish honor (Ch 6). Humiliated, Haman is further unaware of Queen Esther’s nationality. He constructs some gallows to execute Mordecai, and when the Jewish queen quotes Haman’s words against him, the Agagite dies on the instrument of death he built for others (Ch 7). 40

Reversals in Leadership Saul was from the tribe of Benjamin. As king, he initially served his people well, but his bad decisions led to a miserable end. He defied divine mandate in sparing Agag – an Amalekite king, and Saul permitted taking the prohibited spoils of war. Later, he perishes at the hands of an Amalekite. What he failed to eliminate eventually eliminated him. In death, he and his sons’ bodies hang on a wall for all to see the end of his family line (1 Samuel 8–2 Samuel 1). Mordecai is also a Benjamite. He serves the Persian king, though service to his people is paramount. Mordecai the Jew pays no honor to Haman the Agagite. Working with Esther, Haman’s wicked plot of genocide is uncovered. With royal support, the Jews defend themselves; the people avoiding the plunder. Haman formed a weapon that did not prosper. The vile enemy dies upon the very instrument he had constructed for Mordecai. In the end, Haman and his sons perish and are hung on a wall so that everyone can see the end of the Amalekite influence (Esther 1–10). Engaging the Message This biblical account invites exploration of the politics of prejudice, antisemitism, power structures, etc. Spiritual lessons equally capture the attention in principles like reaping what one sows, faith under duress, and the contrasting ways of life. A most prominent reminder, though, comes as a faint echo… “Obedience is better than sacrifice’ (1 Samuel 15:22). Mordecai did not forget what God said about the perpetual tension with Amalek, and Mordecai remained faithful even after the threat was removed. Always be faithful!

Dr. Rob Debelak is Professor of Bible at Lee University. He has taught at Lee University for 30+ years and is a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. He and his family reside in Cleveland, Tennessee.

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Still Shots by Garrett Nudd

Over the last couple of years, I have spent a lot of time reflecting and talking with God. I work in marketing, communications, and philanthropy for one of the largest faith-based health care systems in the world. Even though I don’t serve on the front lines providing lifesaving medical care, I frequently get to see patients and talk with people when they are experiencing—or at least recovering from—some of the most challenging situations anyone could experience. I’ve heard stories first-hand from people who are wounded and broken physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Prior to that, for ten years I traveled around the country—and many times around the world—as a professional photographer documenting weddings on the weekends and creating family and high school senior portraits during the week. Most of our wedding work required us to travel, but when we weren’t traveling, we served a discerning local portrait clientele out of our storefront studio in beautiful Chattanooga, Tennessee. If you point your camera at enough people, it doesn’t take long to discover some pretty significant and surprising insecurities. Over the years I’ve learned a sad and unfortunate truth. Most people view themselves as less than. Less than they are. Less than others see them. And less than God designed them to be. 42

During my reflection, I realized the less than perception we often have of ourselves is contrary to everything God stands for and every promise He’s ever made. If only we could see ourselves through His eyes. If only we could see why He loves us and how He loves us, I think everything would change, especially how we feel about ourselves. My life is fairly ordinary. But as I’ve reflected, I’ve discovered countless times when God has shown up in the simplest moments and revealed Himself as MORE THAN. I’m not a biblical scholar and I don’t know all the finer details about Jesus’ life like I should, but I do know enough to know Jesus spent His life proving to people that they were MORE THAN, not less than. The woman at the well, Mary, Martha, and Lazarus, the twelve disciples. These weren’t community leaders, philanthropists, philosophers, or professors. They didn’t eat at nice restaurants surrounded by art galleries and European-looking coffee shops and dessert cafes. They were commoners, fishermen, and farmers. Maybe even a little rough around the edges.

Yet, Jesus made it clear that they were MORE THAN, not less than. Jesus didn’t spend His time with community leaders and CEOs. He didn’t hang out with politicians and bankers. He didn’t socialize with school superintendents and society’s elite. It wasn’t because He didn’t like them. Maybe it was because the higher we get the noisier it is. And I don’t think Jesus cared too much for noise. David spent his time on the hillside, just himself and his father’s sheep, and David was called a man after God’s own heart. “Be still and know that I am God,” we read in Psalm 40:10. Be still and know. Be still, avoid the noise, and know. Be still and experience MORE THAN.

Garrett Nudd serves as director of communications for AdventHealth Georgia. His recent book, MORE THAN: Discovering How Your Story Reveals God’s Beautiful Truth About You, challenges readers to shift their paradigm from less than to MORE THAN.

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Chatty Critters and Friends Series: A Boy After God’s Own Heart by Jan Merop

(From I Samuel 16 & 17:1–49 NLT) Hi! My name is David. I am the son of Jesse, the youngest of eight sons. I lived at the time of King Saul, Israel’s first king. I was the keeper of my father’s sheep. I loved the sheep and protected them from lions, bears, and anything that would seek to destroy them. You might say I was a warrior against the enemy predators of the sheep. When all was peaceful, I sang to them and played on my harp. Then an incredible thing happened in the kingdom. God regretted that He had made Saul king because Saul had turned his back from following the Lord. God instructed His prophet Samuel to anoint the next king from my father’s household. At the time, I didn’t realize any of this. Sheep keep shepherds pretty busy because they like to wander and often end up hurt by falling into ditches or getting cut up from thorns. It was my job to keep those situations as few and far between as possible. I was surprised when I was summoned to him one day and saw the Prophet Samuel with him. That day my life changed dramatically, though it was only the beginning. Samuel had looked upon each of my older brothers, but God did not say yes to any of them, though they were of age and in good physical condition. But God had whispered to Samuel that He was not looking at outward appearance, but at the heart. That’s when I was summoned. God said to Samuel, “Arise, anoint him; for this is the one!” Me, a shepherd boy! Me, the youngest of my father’s sons! Me!?! That day when Samuel anointed me with oil, God’s Spirit came upon me. I was aware of His presence with me as never before. King Saul was often troubled in his spirit after God rejected him. Even so, God’s mercy extended to him when he allowed me to calm him through playing my harp. Eventually, I became king, just like the Lord declared I would. 44

Exploring Truth through God’s Word “Don’t judge by his appearance or height, for I have rejected him. The Lord doesn’t see things the way you see them. People judge by outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.” (1 Samuel 16:7, NLT) (God sees into the intents of our thoughts and motives…the heart.)

Children of the King Even though David’s brothers were handsome and strong (and God had blessed them in that way), He was still more interested in their hearts. Though David was young, he was a boy after God’s own heart. This means he honored God in his thoughts, motives, and actions. He sought to please God in every way. (And, guess what? The Bible says he also was handsome with bright eyes). The Bible says David became a man after God’s own heart. But first, he had to be a boy after God’s own heart. God wants boys and girls who want to please him. How about you? Jan has been writing her weekly column, Pause…and Consider, for 37 years, encouraging readers in their Christian walk. She and her husband Ken reside in Cleveland where they enjoy Bible study, ministry, hospitality, and the great outdoors. Three married sons, five grandchildren, and 2 great grandchildren are their joy. They belong to The Church at Grace Point.

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and a middle-distance run. She also competes in the 100 and 400 meters, as well as the discus and the pole vault. Flo trains twelve months a year, six days a week, combining track and field workouts with weightlifting. She takes Sundays off. Flo is an amazing lady — an inspiration to us all. Later at the Kentucky Senior Game, I competed against athletes from 13 states and placed first in the 1500m, 800m, 400m, and 200m. I even won the 50m by just 0.02 seconds! I give God the glory for granting me the endurance to run five races in only two and a half hours.

Going Places by Bill Silvers

It’s been a few months since July 2026. July was significant for me this year because it held my 88th birthday. At this age, most people are slowing down. I’m speeding up, and traveling places because of my calling, which is running. I never considered myself a runner. I’ll be honest: I don’t even like to walk. But at 81, God placed something unexpected on my heart. He called me to run. It didn’t make much sense then, and some days it still doesn’t. I’ve learned that when God calls, the best response isn’t understanding but obedience. What started with 5K races has turned into something far greater than I ever imagined. First, I thank God for the opportunity to train and compete with the Atlanta Masters Track Team and others who have supported me along the way. Soon after, the Lord led me to Memphis, TN, to compete in the 39th National Veterans Golden Age Games. By God’s grace, I won gold medals in the 200-, 400-, and 800-meter races and a silver medal in the 1,500-meter race. 46

The event brought together over 1,000 veteran athletes from. I thank God for the opportunity to meet, greet, and compete with fellow veterans. Each one has his or her own story of service, sacrifice, and resilience. Before each race, I pray. I offer prayers not to win, but that every athlete would be able to compete to the best of their ability, free from pain or injury, and also I pray for myself not to trip or fall again as I have in the past.

This all began where I call home: Murray County, GA. I’m actively involved at Chatsworth First Methodist Church, serving on the Administration Committee and as the Evangelism Chairperson. I also coordinate and participate in all the mission trips organized by the church. I run five to six days per week at the Veterans Memorial track and the North Murray High School tracks in Chatsworth. The medals I brought home belong truly to God, not to me. I could not have won them without His blessing. The glory goes to God. As I recall the places I have gone by obeying His call, it brings me closer to Him. That’s the place I want to go most of all!

In June 2025, I competed in my first USA Track and Field Masters Championship in Huntsville, AL. I finished fourth in the nation in the 400 meter and fifth in the 200 meter. I was also blessed to run with an amazing team in the relays, where we brought home the gold in the 4x100m, 4x400m, and 4x800m. I was blessed to have met and talked with Flo Meiler at the USA Track and Field National Championship in Huntsville, AL. Flo is 91 years old and holds five world records in track and field. She competes in the pentathlon, which consists of five events: sprint hurdles, long jump, shot put, high jump,

Bill Silvers from Ellijay, Georgia, began running competitively at age 81. He runs to the glory of God!

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All-in-One by Sheila Bird

There is something about the hobby of collecting someone’s broken-down, discarded belongings that reminds me of the goodness of God. He has been merciful to me, for I too was once shabby in appearance, broken in spirit and unwanted by most. People toss away possessions they once treasured and displayed with pride just because something more appealing, more trendy comes along. They place those unwanted things in a dark closet destined for the second-hand store, or worse yet, the dump. Thankfully God did not toss me away when I was at my worst. He envisioned me as someone who needed to be cleaned up and given a second chance at life. So, He went to work on me, filling in my fractured soul, stripping away layers of hardship, and sanding down rough edges. Then, He gave me a lovely, fresh coating of protection that covered every flaw I ever had. As my passion for taking in other people’s worn and torn things has grown, I have learned that the restoration process requires certain tools of the trade. One of my favorites is all-in-one paint because it is able to do things no other paint can do. It covers up old marks, smells, and stains with built-in primer, then coats with beautiful custom colors and finally seals it in for long-lasting durability. It truly is a wonderworking paint. In comparison, God did for me what nothing else in this world could do. I have the all-in-one redemptive power of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit working in my life. He is all-powerful, all-present and all-knowing. There is nothing too hard for Him! When He picked me up from that lonely, unwanted place, He gave me His all. I am proud to be a fixerupper. I now have new life, new purpose, new hope, new everything. And I have a story to tell. One that testifies of what I once was, and the mighty transformation into who I am today. Making an ordinary piece into an extraordinary piece requires one more crucial step, the application of patience. Waiting for paint to dry is my least favorite thing to do. The pros call this final step, curing. It cannot be skipped because without it the piece will scuff and scar under the slightest pressure. It will not be strong enough to withstand everyday use. 48

I am thankful that God didn’t use shortcuts when He was working on me. He took His sweet time and made certain that I was ready to fulfill His divine purpose. As His image began to reflect in me, He imparted to me the same art of patience. I am now equipped with His attributes and the strength to endure throughout all time. Unlike my hobby and the things I restore, the handiwork of God is eternal. Heaven awaits those who put their trust in Him. There is nothing so badly broken that He can’t fix. Damaged goods are His specialty. He can repurpose and redirect a misguided life or He can repair and restore it back to His original design. My Bible tells me that He came to seek and to save that which was lost and that He came to heal the broken-hearted. He is truly the only all-in-one, miracle working God of all creation. “Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations” (Ephesians 3:20-21 NIV). Amen.

Sheila Bird resides in Cleveland, TN where she delights in writing for the Lord. Each story is crafted from the four cornerstones of her life; faith, family, friends and fellowship. Each inspired by living proof of His redeeming love and the overcoming power of her testimony.

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Turning Over a New Leaf by Dorothy Teague

I didn’t think we would have a colorful fall due to the dry weather we have had, but the trees sprang a surprise on us! They seemed to have turned overnight into a beautiful vista of yellows, reds, and oranges! Admiring the leaves, I was reminded of an idiom I have heard all my life – turning over a new leaf. Way back in the sixteenth century, at the beginning of the printing industry, the pages of a book were called “leaves.” So, turning over a new leaf meant turning over to a new page. It has morphed over time into meaning changing one’s behavior, acting in a better way, or making a fresh start. This definition focuses on the person deciding to change themselves in order to live a better life. An example of this might be those New Year’s resolutions we all make (and break). While there is nothing wrong with wanting to change your ways and “live your best life,” that’s more of a choice to live a good moral life. The choices we make on our own are usually temporary. Take dieting, for instance. We do well for a while and then slip back into bad eating habits. We all make wrong choices. It’s our nature to do so. We were born into a sinful world. Romans 3:23 NIV says: “all have sinned, and fall short of the glory of God.” Sin cannot be remedied by deciding to act good or being a morally upstanding citizen. Sin can only be removed from your life by true repentance and forgiveness from God. First of all, we need to know what “sin” is. James 4:17 NIV says: “If anyone knows to do good, but doesn’t do it, it is sin for them.” Repentance of sin is completely turning around and walking the other way from sin and walking toward Christ. It is your 50

heart crying out to God to forgive you of your sin, and create a clean heart within you! Repenting changes a person from the inside out, unlike turning over a new leaf and only changing the outward behavior. Acts 3:19 NIV says it like this: “Repent, then, and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped out, that times of refreshing may come from the Lord.” This fall when you admire God’s handiwork in transforming the leaves into an array of color, think about how He can transform your life. Reigning in bad behaviors is not a bad thing, but complete transformation comes from God when we repent, which changes not only the outside man but a renewing of your heart. King David’s plea to God in Psalm 51:10 KJV recounts how he desired God to renew him after he sinned with Bathsheba. He pleads, “Create in me a clean heart, Oh God; and renew a right spirit within me.”Sin makes us feel dirty in God’s sight, but when He forgives you, it feels so good to be clean again! “Prove by the way you live that you have repented of your sins and turned to God” (Matthew 3:8 NLT) and you can not only say you’ve turned over a new leaf, but you have a new beginning in Christ! Happy Fall, Y’all!

Dorothy Teague is a Tennessee native, who resides in McMinn County with her husband, Lewis, on their farm. After completing 31.5 years as a teacher in the Bradley County School System, she is active in her church at Eastanallee Baptist Church where she is a member of the choir and praise team.

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Antioch Baptist Church 2807 Old Alabama Rd. SW McDonald, TN 37353 Avenue Church 1720 Perry St SE, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 472-0489 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 52

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 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) 241-2740 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

1959 Westland Dr SW, 2815 Ocoee St N, Cleveland, TN 37311 Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 472-8927 (423) 476-8524 Westwood Baptist Church Oak Grove Baptist Church 4001 Georgetown Rd NW, 4452 Bates Pike SE, Cleveland, TN 37312 Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 472-1534 (423) 479-9125 White Oak Baptist Church Old Pathway Baptist Church 2043 White Oak Valley Rd NW, 224 Rymer Rd NE, Cleveland, TN 37312 Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 559-2359 Parkway Baptist Church 185 Meadow Ln SE, Catholic Cleveland, TN 37323 St Therese Catholic Church (423) 339-5522 900 Clingan Ridge Dr NW, Philadelphia Baptist Church Cleveland, TN 37312 910 30th St SE, (423) 476-8123 Cleveland, TN 37323 Philippi Baptist Church Charismatic 2325 Old Harrison Pike NW, Cleveland Christian Fellowship Cleveland, TN 37311 695 S Ocoee St, (423) 479-5385 Cleveland, TN 37311 Pleasant Grove Baptist Church (423) 476-2642 799 Inman Street East Church of Christ Cleveland, Tennessee 37311 North Bradley Church of Christ (423) 476-4081 1510 Stuart Road NE, Suite 207 Public Church Cleveland, TN 37312 850 17th St. NW (423) 473-3298 Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 458-4405 Church of God Ridgeview Baptist Church Community Chapel Church of God 1501 S Ocoee St, 807 Blythe Ave SE Cleveland, TN 37311 Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 472-5119 (423) 479-2143 Samples Memorial Baptist Church Church of God Sanctified, Inc. 371 Samples Chapel Rd SE, 746 First Street N.E. Cleveland, TN 37323 Cleveland, TN. 37311 (423) 476-2329 (423) 479-3895 Shenandoah Baptist Church East Cleveland Church of God 138 Osment Rd SE, 900 15th St NE Cleveland, TN 37323 Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 339-0103 (423) 479-3389 Shiloh Baptist Church Fellowship of Praise Church of God 357 Highway 64 931 Inman Street East Ocoee, TN 37361 Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 338-4292 (423) 479-3121 Shiloh Baptist Church Grace Community Church of God 3406 Blair Rd NW, 4745 Mouse Creek Road NW, Cleveland, TN 37312 Cleveland, TN 37312. (423) 479-5755 (423) 614-0708 Stuart Park Baptist Church Heritage Fellowship Church of God 850 17th St NW, 4635 South Lee Hwy Cleveland, TN 37311 McDonald, TN 37353 (423) 472-6741 (423) 476-6316 Tasso Baptist Church Iglesia de Dios Comunidad de 164 Old Charleston Rd NE, Esperanza/COG Community of Hope Cleveland, TN 37312 2779 APD 40, (423) 559-2114 Cleveland, TN 37323 Temple Baptist Church (423) 464-5691 3070 Harrison Pike, International Worship Center Cleveland, TN 37311 Centro Internacional de Adoración (423) 476-6813 533 Central Ave. NE, Thompson Spring Baptist Church Cleveland, TN 37311 5660 Bates Pike SE, (423) 476-1977 Cleveland, TN 37323 Kinser Church of God (423) 790-1823 141 Kinser Road Union Baptist Church Cleveland, TN 37323 797 Hughes Lake Rd SE, (423) 476-7400 Cleveland, TN 37323 Lakeview Community Church (423) 559-1720 105 Pound Street SE Valley View Baptist Church Cleveland, TN 37323 4657 Spring Place Rd SE, (423)-790-5805 Cleveland, TN 37323 North Cleveland Church of God (423) 472-7707 335 11th St NE, Waterville Baptist Church Cleveland, TN 37311 4555 Dalton Pike SE, (423) 476-5513 Cleveland, TN 37323 Michigan Avenue Church of God (423) 472-5582 515 Minnis Road NE West Cleveland Baptist Church (423) 284-7573 goodnewscm.com // October 2026

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 Prospect Church of God 2220 Harrison Pike, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 479-3020 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 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

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

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 Eagle’s Chapel Church 133 Beaty Dr NW Cleveland, TN 37312 Eleven22 Church 1701 South Lee Hwy Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 488-4526 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 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 3687 Blue Springs Rd, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 671-7497 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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