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by Dr. Jimmy Gentry
The Apostle Paul proposes in Ephesians 4:1-2 that we are to be a people of humility, gentleness, patience, and who bear with one another in love. He makes this proposal because all of us have a tendency, from time to time, to get on one another’s nerves. Can I get a witness? Of course! Each of us has a unique set of personality traits. Nobody is going to think exactly like I think, do exactly as I do, live exactly as I live, or be interested in the same things that interest me. It is true that some are going to think as I think, do as I do, live as I live, and be interested in the same things that interest me. Each of us, however, is still different.
This is why we are to be humble, gentle, patient, and tolerant of each other. Now this is not a license, however, to excuse sinful behavior – that is, any action that is unbecoming of one who is instructed to live a life worthy of the calling to which one has been called. We are to live a life worthy of our calling in Jesus.
In her older age, my mother became more humble, gentle, patient, and tolerant. She did have her moments, though. While visiting her in May 2013 at the care facility in which she resided and where she would die in February 2016 in Hopkinsville, KY, I sat in a chair next to the table where she and a couple of other ladies were sitting. All of them were in wheelchairs. The lady directly across from my mother was saying over and over, “hundred ninety-nine, hundred ninety-nine, etc.” After about ten minutes of this encumbered number repeat, I could tell my mother was
getting a bit agitated. She looked at me as if she wanted me to do something. Realizing I wasn’t going to come to her aid, Momma looked at the woman who was hanging on number 199 and said, “You need to hurry up and get to 200.” The woman stopped. My mother looked at me as if to say, “I took care of that.” She looked back at the woman as the woman looked at her. A second or two later the woman began saying, “hundred ninety-one, hundred ninety-one, etc.” to which my mother said, “You need to stop that.” The woman just kept on and my mother resigned herself with, I’m sure, sighs too deep for groaning and said nothing else, continuing to endure, albeit a different number – “hundred ninety-one!”
There is a lesson in that for us. We are to put up with each other humbly, gently, patiently, and lovingly. But there may come a time when we are to humbly, gently, patiently, and lovingly say to each other, “That’s enough.” And to do so if the behavior is destructive, especially if someone’s behavior lacks humility, gentleness, patience, and a tolerance for others in love.
In these glorious and celebratory days of Eastertide, between now and the Day of Pentecost, which is on Sunday, June 8, 2025, let us make every effort to be humble, gentle, patient, and tolerant of each other in love.
We can do this because Jesus Christ is risen! He is risen, indeed!
ave you ever gone to a drive-in window during your lunch hour, only to return to the office and realize your order was wrong? What about scheduling an appointment for an appliance repair, only to be given an eighthour window for service? And let’s not even get started on being transferred six times when trying to dispute a charge—only to be disconnected! Frustrating customer service experiences like these seem all too common.
So, why doesn’t everyone offer great customer service? The answer is simple: it takes time, effort, consistency, and selflessness. These qualities, unfortunately, appear to be fading in many service industries. Yet, as someone who values being treated well, I am more determined than ever to ensure that our clients experience a welcoming and attentive environment.
I view our office as a ministry to others, always striving to create an environment where people feel valued and heard. Customer service isn’t just about efficiency—it’s about the experience. From the moment someone drives up to our office, every interaction should leave them feeling appreciated and respected.
A recent Forbes article (February 20, 2025) confirms this essential truth. Respect, honor, and dignity are fundamental expectations. It doesn’t take much to add a little kindness into the equation, and those extra moments of care can transform an interaction.
Personally, I have encountered situations where a receptionist, store clerk, or even a nurse seemed short-tempered or uninterested. Rather than letting that negativity dictate my experience, I make an effort to be friendly and engaging, which often shifts the atmosphere into something more positive.
One company I frequently order journaling supplies from has mastered the art of customer service. Every package includes
handwritten notes expressing appreciation for my order. They also emphasize that if I am not satisfied in any way, they will make it right. This simple but thoughtful approach has built my trust and loyalty, making me unlikely to shop elsewhere.
John Maxwell’s book, The High Road Leader, offers invaluable lessons on customer service and leadership. He writes: “Valuing people is not about giving them compliments or making them feel important. Nor is it about getting them to like you. No, it’s seeing all people’s worth as human beings, letting them know you see that worth, and helping them to feel their worth and believe it themselves.”
This philosophy is a game-changer for any workplace. Businesses that implement this kind of customer service—one that genuinely values people—will set a higher standard than the one that exists in today’s world.
At its core, great customer service aligns perfectly with Christian values. As followers of Christ, we are called to love one another, care for those in need, and treat others with kindness and compassion. When we put these principles into practice, the rest— outstanding customer service included—falls into place naturally. If we all made it our mission to value and serve others selflessly, we would transform not just our businesses but the world around us. A commitment to kindness, patience, and respect will never go unnoticed. In fact, it’s the secret ingredient that turns a simple customer interaction into a lasting relationship.
Let’s raise the bar. Let’s be the reason someone walks away from a business feeling heard, valued, and appreciated. Because at the end of the day, exceptional customer service isn’t just a business strategy—it’s a way of life.
by Mario Miller
This article is a result of my best friend passing away, plus the loss of my grandson who was 21 months old, and eight other relatives and friends. At one point, I was dealing with seven losses in seven months. That was extremely difficult but thank God for His amazing gifts!
It was December 16, 2024. While driving home, this thought came to me as I was feeling loss and grief. I felt numbness. I saw that I was distant from reality in my mind, but Holy Spirit showed me I had a broken heart as well. Then the thought came: how do I live with this broken heart?
As I processed that thought, I began to feel this was truly a revelation Father wanted me to receive. My heart was broken and me identifying with this truth began to bring me back from the distance I felt from my own person. I wasn’t whole and my heart was still broken, but I began to feel like a person again.
By December 17, 2024, I was better because of that light and truth. I could see it as a way of escape by thinking and processing truth, but mostly by getting real with what was happening in my person. It was ok to feel the pain. It was ok to allow myself to not be ok but to know also that I am ok. Telling myself these things was and is major for my healthy grieving process.
Then, the question comes: how do I live with my heart being broken? In my opinion, this is the right way
of living with a broken heart and that is recognizing that your heart is broken and acknowledging it by bringing it to the Father. Trying to put it back together or duck-taping it with stuff does not help us to heal. Getting real with what we are feeling helps us to heal.
Getting real begins the process of healing. This opens the door to allow light to come in and reveal truth. The difference is I’m seeing things as they can be, not as they seem to be. Hope has entered the room of my thoughts and helps me to the pathway of truth. Yes, my heart is broken, and yes I will miss them, and yes, this is hard. Yet another set of “yes” began to emerge. I could hear the Lord say, “Yes, I am here with you. Yes, I understand what you are feeling. Yes, I will help you, and yes, I will mend your broken heart.”
Holy Spirit is our present help in times of struggles. We have help. We will receive strength because He is our hope. Because of that, hope sprang forth in my soul, and I saw myself in the state I was in which was necessary for me to allow the healthy grieving to begin. I called for help and I asked a leader of our church to take over an event I was expected to lead. I was honest with Corinthia (my wife and bestie) when she saw I was hurting and her love helped me. It really helped me.
I’m still struggling, but I can feel again and the numbness has started to subside. While I am in the beginning stages of the healthy grieving process to recovery, this is truly a game-changer for my heart to be healed and be mended.
“God, you’re such a safe and powerful place to find refuge! You’re a proven help in time of trouble— more than enough and always available whenever I need you” (Psalms 46:1 TPT).
by Karen Jeffery
David was a mere shepherd boy when God anointed him with a holy anointing. David was out in the fields when Samuel, the prophet, came on assignment to anoint a king (1 Samuel 16:1-13). David knew at a young age that he would have a great work for God.
If we are faithful over a few things is a phrase from the Bible, specifically Matthew 25:23, which means being trustworthy and reliable in small responsibilities as a child of God. Just from this verse, we can gain strength in times of trouble (also see Nehemiah 8-10). We can see some important points from this anointing word.
Firstly, what God has ordained for us to have, we shall have as long as we stay in position. No matter who shows up or how physically fit our lives may appear in men’s eyes, God is still good all the time.
Secondly, God does not and will not make mistakes; the brothers looked more suited for kingship because of their outward appearance but God looked inwardly for a pure heart.
Thirdly, a physical anointing does not mandate a speedy course to the palace or the task assigned. The carriers of such anointing must use it wisely, not for popularity or to gain riches or power. In many instances the carriers of the anointing evolve from humble beginnings and the longevity of the anointing rests upon the carrier’s ability to remain humble. Pride is a weapon of mass destruction when placed alongside the anointing. Proverbs 16:18 KJV says, “Pride goeth before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall.”
God declared through His eagle-eyed prophet Isaiah: “I am the Lord; that is my name: and my glory will I not give to another, neither my praise to graven images,” (Isaiah 42:8 KJV). The anointing of God is designed to equip us for service to others and to bring total glory to God. We must recognize that God has a purpose for each of us, regardless of our perceived limitations, and be open to His plan. Many persons refuse to operate in their call of God due to a lack of confidence in themselves and their abilities. Once God has called us, we can be sure that He will equip us. The anointing will qualify the unqualified.
A Christians life is mysterious, vibrant, and beautiful. Open your eyes to the wonder of His divine calling! Jesus called you and He has chosen you and changed you. He called you His beloved. He gives major, fantastic promises. Your life is a never ending story that will continue to unfold throughout eternity.
Even when we feel inadequate, God will equip us for the tasks He has ordained for us. Our faith should remain strong in His calling all because of what you are in Him. Keep the faith and pray for God to answer you, He will always be listening.
Never give up on God. You have a need for endurance so that after you have done the will of God, you may receive the promises (Hebrews 10:36).
God‘s will is for us to have a grateful heart. Allow the cleanup of His preparation process for all the good things He has planned for us to do. Just listen to Him and let Him guide you in all you do. Praise the Lord with all you have and He will continue to bless you. Go with God as in Psalm 91:1 KJV which reads, “He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.”
by Jan Merop
Hello, Kids! This article is part of our Chatty Critters and Friends series. Check in future issues for another installment in this series.
“Psst…oh camera man!”
The photographer looked around wondering where that high, squeaky voice was coming from. No other person was around.
“It’s me,” said the tiny red ant.
Nearly dropping the camera, the photographer stared in shock at the ant.
“Don’t come too close. I bite,” the ant warned.
The man burst out laughing knowing he could crush the ant with his big foot. Until he heard the ant’s warning again, “Don’t be fooled by my size. My bite is nasty and there’s strength in numbers!”
And then the photographer remembered a time when he had accidentally stepped backwards into an ant hill. Suddenly he was crying out in pain as not one, but an army of fire ants attacked his leg, traveling down into his socks and between his toes. He brushed and smacked at them, removing his shoes and socks to get rid of them! But, they had left their painful, burning, blistery bites.
The ant continued, “Some kids pick up a harmless black ant and let it crawl on their hand. You’ll find those ants sniffing out sweets at your picnic, too! And, if you’re a daring soul intrigued by insects, you might like having an ant farm. Enclosed in glass, people of all ages can watch how we work together. We are organized; building homes and storing up food. Ants may be tiny creatures, but we are fascinating to watch, especially when you can do so through the safety of glass. And since you can’t burrow under the earth like we can, it’s the only way to get the inside scoop.”
The tiny red ant ~ or fire ant as it is known in these parts ~ is just as busy as his many cousins; but, not to be allowed near bare toes, fingers, or skin anywhere.
Small rounded sand hills are built by busy and hardworking red ants in front and back yards; fields and meadows. Some sandy hills get so big they become quite the mansions.
It seems the ants never tire of the job they must do to provide. And no matter the obstacle - be it sandaled foot or work shoe - they rebuild and never give up.
But count on it: fire ants will set your skin on fire if you dare to step on their humble home or majestic mansion.
“That’s right,” said the ant fearlessly. “I will defend, rebuild, and supply my home.”
So, admire them from a distance. God made them the way they are and He gives us common sense to respect them…and even learn a lesson or two.
Proverbs 6: 6-8 NKJV
“Go to the ant, you sluggard (that’s someone who’s lazy), Consider her ways and be wise, which, having no captain (like on a team or in the military), overseer or ruler (like a boss, president, or king), provides her supplies in the summer (so not to starve in winter), and gathers her food in the harvest.” (to be full).
Learn from the ants’ untiring energy and will power.
Watch as they plan, organize, and persevere (never giving up)
They remind us to be wise, work hard in school and at home… always doing our best.
So don’t give up!
God will bless your hard work and provide for all your needs. Do everything with all your heart to please Him.
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If you bestow a billet doux, what have you done? Is that even in good taste or acceptable these days? Keep reading, you’ll want to know!
April typically means spring is in full swing, along with activities showing that winter is behind us. This month holds another activity that conveys the hope of the season: it’s National Card and Letter Writing Month.
Back Dated
When the Second Continental Congress established the United States Postal Service in 1775, the first recorded handwritten letter from Persian Queen Atossa in 500 B.C.would have seemed ancient history! Fast forward to 2001, and we find that the USPS has designated April as a month to focus on cards and letters emphasizing the creativity, connection, and care that’s contained in an envelope through the mail.
Back and Forth
Although this month of April has been designated for such, exchanging cards and letters has been in practice for
centuries. In Homer’s Iliad written in the 8th century BC, there are references to letters.
Along with news of daily life or announcements of public life, correspondence was relied upon for education and instruction. We could even include catalogs of all sorts in this topic. Information of all sorts was sent and received with great anticipation.
Chapter letters were a common method of exchange. These could be used to convey instruction about various topics or for fun.
Our own Bibles contain epistles of this sort. It was primarily Saul-turned-Paul who conveyed much needed instruction and encouragement to the early Church, a chapter at a time contained in letters.
Letters containing a segment of instruction or a story were exchanged to spread knowledge and entertainment. In the case of instruction, the recipient typically had assignments associated with the segment. In the case of storytelling, the recipients enjoyed the experience of a story, tale or even a mystery step by step as it progressed.
Excitement and anticipation lined the days between letters. Eyes must have been on the mailbox whether at the porch or at the end of the driveway.
Folks enjoy receiving something other than bills or spam in the mailbox. There are benefits from putting pen to paper, as well. The act of writing itself engages motor and sensory systems that anchor learning and retention. Writing also engages our brains to process facts and feelings. Combining the fine motor system (holding a pen) while producing a written letter engages several areas in our brains and yields positive results with both learning and creating lasting memories.
What if you just can’t bring yourself to put pen to paper for long paragraphs? Time-honored phrases such as “I love you” encircled by a heart shape convey your message with or without a long paragraph. If that’s not your style either, clip out some memes, funny photos, or comic strips and tuck in an envelope with a simple “thinking of you” written above your name. Even though you won’t be there to hear the chuckles, you’ll know ahead of time your mission will be successful.
What about a Bible verse? Use calligraphy or border fretwork to highlight a favorite verse or a verse that comforts or encourages. The Bible is a compilation of love
letters from the Lord through His children to His children. It’s diverse, instructional, and inspirational and has been preserved in many languages and translations.
No matter which format you choose, when you send a card or a letter with a handwritten message inside, a piece of your heart goes with it. If you missed Valentine’s in February, April’s celebration is another lovely chance to convey what’s on your mind and in your heart to your loved ones.
When the Lord created the universe and history began, He intended and anticipated for you to be sent into the world. You are a living letter! Paul states in 2 Corinthians 3:2-3 NASB, “You are our letter, written in our hearts, known and read by all people; revealing that you are a letter of Christ, delivered by us, written not with ink but with the Spirit of the living God, not on tablets of stone but on tablets of human hearts.”
If you’ve read this far, you are probably wondering about a billet doux. That’s a French term for “sweet letter.” Be inspired to send a “sweet letter” this month to ones you hold dear. Indeed, the Lord has given us a “sweet letter” in His Word. We can cherish His message of love through His
by Tammy Madden
When I found out I was pregnant, I was overjoyed. We had tried for 17 years. I dreamed of either playing trucks and cars with a little boy or barbies and tea parties and painting nails with a little girl. The part that never crossed my mind was becoming the mom of a special needs child. She was born so healthy but at 14 months old she sustained an anoxic brain injury. How could this be? How did my perfectly healthy baby come home a different child?
I didn't know what I would do with myself. How would I become this super mom? I watched as more and more sensory issues presented themselves. No longer could she stand the sight of nail polish. It gagged her. So many things gagged her, anything white like Cool Whip, mashed potatoes, sheets, blankets. What? How? I didn't understand sensory issues. We began physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy. We were told she was blind, deaf, and would never walk or talk.
Oh but GOD! Jeremiah 29:11 KJV says “For I know the thoughts I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not evil, to give you an expected end.”
We held on to that verse. We kept our eyes on Jesus. We have never once given up hope. Our daughter has become our reason for living, for breathing, for serving God. We would not change her if we could. She has taught us more than we could ever teach her.
If you are a special needs parent just hang on. Just watch how God uses that child. You will never have to worry about them using drugs, drinking, or getting
mixed up with the wrong crowd. My Megan has brought a smile to so many people on days that they thought they could not go another mile. Because of her and her testimony, I have watched altars fill up and peoples’ lives changed. If you are that parent who needs another special needs parent to turn to, know my door is always open. My ringer is always on. I am here day or night. Don't let what any doctor says bring you down. Just look him in the eyes and tell him exactly what we
told Megan's many doctors, “While we respect your opinion, we serve a far greater physician!”
Someone asked me not long ago what it was like to be a special needs mom and I quickly through a few words together. As I was sitting here tonight I began to think about what I said in those few sentences. Well my heart came crashing down around me. I began to think about it more. Being a special needs parent is not for the faint of heart. It's also not for a person without God in their life. Being a special needs parent means listening for every breath they take while they sleep. It means laying your hand on their chest all night counting the heart beats. It means always having a bag packed and ready to go to the hospital for who knows how long each time. It means listening to the beeps and sirens going off in the ICU. It means being shoved out of your child's hospital room while they try to revive her. It means turning them over to a nurse you never met for them to go in for their 10th, 20th, 30th, or even 100th surgery. It means praying to God they make it out alive. It means praying God will
send them at least one friend when they start school. It means praying the other kids don't make fun of them. It means therapy after therapy.
BUT....with all that being said, it also means never taking even one minute for granted. It means praising her when at 10 years old she finally learns to write her name. It means praising God when she comes home from school with note after note from all the teachers singing praises to her for her kindness. It means never worrying about her getting with the wrong crowd. It means crying in church when I hear her singing and praising God above all the other children!
Is it easy being a special needs mom? NO! Would I change her? Not in a million years! I wish I were younger because I would adopt as many special needs kids as God would allow!
For over 50 years, Coldwell Banker Kinard Realty has seen many shifts and changes in the economy and the real estate businessFro m the oil embargoes in the mid 1970’s, double digit interest rates in the early 1980’s to more recently the Great Recession of 2009 – 2011 and the Covid epidemic, Coldwell Banker Kinard Realty has grown, adapted, and expanded.
Coldwell Banker Kinard Realty is a full-service real estate brokerage company listing all types of real property including residential homes, multi-family, land and commercial real estate including industrial, retail, office and investment real estate. A winner of Coldwell Banker’s Prestigious Award of Honor for excellence in sales production for the last seven years, Coldwell Banker Kinard Realty has 180 REALTORS across now six offices covering Northwest Georgia and Southeast Tennessee. In 2024, the company closed
over $400,000,000 in closed dollar volume with over 1300 units.
Bob and Dixie Kinard founded Kinard Realty in 1974 in Dalton, GA. The company expanded to the Ringgold / Fort Oglethorpe area in the early 1990’s and into the Calhoun, GA market in the late 1990’s. In 2007, the Kinards sold the company to three long-time agents: Bill Blackwood, who joined in 1987, Mike Maret who joined in 1996 and John Thomas who joined in 1999.
Blackwood, Maret, and Thomas continued growing the company into the Cartersville, GA market in 2016 when Alan Harris Realty, Inc. merged into Coldwell Banker Kinard Realty. “We are always looking for growth opportunities that add quality people to our company that fit well into our culture,” says company President Mike Maret. In 2018, Coldwell Banker Hamilton & Associates in Cleveland, TN merged with
Coldwell Banker Kinard Realty giving the company a presence in the Tennessee market for the first time “Adding the agents from CB Hamilton expanded our market coverage area into Bradley County and they brought a great deal of experience to our organization,” added John Thomas.
In 2022, long-time local Dalton competitor Elite Real Estate Partners (formerly C-21 Belk ) merged into the Coldwell Banker Kinard Realty operations. Darren Payne, broker of Elite Real Estate Partners joined the Management Team. Mike Maret explains, “Once again, it made sense to add great agents and great culture into our company. Darren and his team fit seamlessly into our group and it has strengthened our company.”
and we always want to be a “give-back” company,” said Bill Blackwood.
Coldwell Banker Kinard Realty also encourages new agents to enter the business and added close to 20 new agents in 2024. “New agents always add energy and enthusiasm to our business and we take pride in providing extensive training to help our new agents succeed in the real estate business,” according to Maret.
Coldwell Banker Kinard Realty is constantly looking to improve the value their agents bring to the real estate transaction to help serve our customers and clients better. Currently, the company is in Beta testing of a new marketing platform called BoldPorch. This is a new digital platform designed to address key challenges that other real estate tools and programs overlook. This new platform should roll out in the next few months.
The company focuses on building long-term personal relationships with their customers and clients and wants to continue to work with multiple generations of our customers. “Our agents are involved in each of the communities we serve, serving on nonprofit boards and volunteering at local schools, churches and other community organizations. “Each of these communities have been good to us over the years
The company also has a commercial franchise, Coldwell Banker Commercial Kinard Realty and has just recently opened a new Coldwell Banker Commercial branded office in Ooltewah, TN. Blackwood states, “Our commercial department has grown over the last number of years and we see the growth potential in the Hamilton County / Ooltewah area. We are excited about the opportunity this brings to our agents and company.”
As Coldwell Banker Kinard Realty continues to grow, expand, and continue, the company’s focus is always serving and creating value for the customers and clients that entrust them with the sale or purchase of their home, land, or commercial property.
Coldwell Banker Kinard Realty is independently owned and operated by Georgia One Realty, Inc. with Georgia offices in Dalton, Cartersville, Calhoun, Ringgold, and with Tennessee offices in Cleveland and Ooltewah.
by Monica Gambrell
For a period of time, my oldest son, Daniel, tried the prodigal lifestyle. Around the age of fifteen he decided he couldn’t learn from anyone else’s mistakes; he must make his own. So he turned away from every precept he had been taught from birth. Daniel is one of the brightest minds I’ve ever encountered, but during this time he used that mind in some pretty creative ways to be as disobedient as possible.
Daniel loves working with his hands, and the formal school setting was not enough to engage him fully. Once, I received a frantic call from his second-grade teacher. The school was experimenting with the concept of herding 50-60 children into two connected rooms with two teachers and two assistants. Maybe that worked with children who didn’t suffer from ADHD, but it didn’t turn out to be good for my son. His teacher told me he systematically removed every drawer knob in both classrooms! Whew! That child! I’ve never known him to sit near something and not touch it – even now in his 30’s!
I received a different call from his high-school shop class teacher years later. (And yes, there were many calls in the interim.) Daniel had taken a flat washer and placed it on his finger like a ring. The teacher tried everything possible to remove it to no avail. It’s very likely that Daniel was just trying to get sent home to escape the school setting. Little did he know! My husband, Bear, was a no-nonsense kind of parent. We couldn’t afford to send
Daniel to the emergency room, so Bear proceeded (to my horror) to get the hack saw and start cutting it away! Just one slip and Daniel may have lost a finger! During the whole operation, Daniel kept asking if he would have to go back to school. The operation was successful and Bear drove Daniel straight back to finish the school day.
How often do we try desperately to escape the things we dread? Maybe there’s a conversation you don’t want to have, but you know it’s needed. Maybe there’s forgiveness that needs to be given, but you aren’t sure you can do it. Maybe you put off writing a book because you didn’t think you were good enough to pull it off. Any of these scenarios sound familiar? There are consequences to our avoidance; some are severe. We all pay for our sins of commission as well as our sins of omission.
Colossians 3:25 NASB, “For the one who does wrong will receive the consequences of the wrong which he has done, and that without partiality.”
Father God, You are pure and just. To fail to mete out consequences when needed would not be justice. There are times when we, like sheep, all go astray. And we must know that when we walk away from the safety and comfort afforded us by obedience to You, we will face Your justice. May we stay securely where obedience puts us in deep, sweet fellowship with You.
by Garrett Nudd
In a small village house, a young mother was caring for her two children. Word had traveled that Jesus was coming. The boy asked his mother if he could go see Jesus. Reluctantly, his mother agreed. When your child wants to see Jesus, you let them go.
Excitedly, he brushed his teeth, ran his fingers through his messy hair, and raced for the door.
“Wait!” his mother said abruptly. She hugged and kissed him and handed him a small basket of food on his way out. Moms think of everything, don’t they?
As the disciples worked their way through the crowd looking for food, the boy stood silent.
Remember what it felt like when you were in school, and the teacher asked the class if anyone wanted to read aloud or explain how to do the math equation? Head down. Straight face. Squint your eyes, just slightly, grit your teeth and act like you’re deep in thought.
Maybe if I don’t make eye contact, they won’t notice me, the boy thought.
But some guys standing not far from him saw his basket and pointed it out to the disciples.
“He’s got food! Look, right there in the basket!”
Suddenly, the shy young boy was the main attraction. Center stage. Imagine Jesus’s face as He meets the young boy. Welcoming. Engaging. Inviting.
Jesus smiled as the boy handed Him the basket. Shyness was replaced with curiosity. Anxiety gave way to excitement.
He had no idea what was about to happen, but he couldn’t wait to find out. A plot twist unlike any other, and he had a front row seat.
Jesus took the basket in His hands, stretched it toward Heaven, and blessed the food. And that’s when the miracle happened. Jesus reached into the basket and pulled out a loaf. Then He pulled out another loaf. Then He pulled out a fish. Then a third loaf and then a fourth loaf. Then a fish.
Inventory records indicate that the basket contained five loaves and two fish, right?
Jesus reached into the basket again and pulled out a sixth loaf and then a seventh. And then more fish.
Again and again and again and again and again and again Jesus reached into the basket and pulled out more
food. And when everyone had eaten their full, twelve heaping baskets remained.
When you give everything you have, God multiplies it so there is more than enough—more than you could ever imagine.
Let’s go back to the young boy. Imagine him racing home, running as fast as his little legs would carry him. I can see him busting through the front door, screaming with excitement.
“Mom! Mom! Mom! You’re never gonna guess what happened!”
“Shhhhh, son, the baby is sleeping,” his mom replied.
“But Mom, I’ve gotta tell you! Oh, my goodness, it was so exciting! There were so many people, Mom! And no one brought food and it was time to eat and the disciples asked me if I’d share my food with Jesus and Jesus took my food and He used it to feed everyone!”
“Wait, what?” his mother said. “Calm down. Slow down. Tell me again.”
“Mom, Jesus used our food! The food you packed for me! Mom, there were so many people there and everyone ate as much food as they wanted! Everyone ate until they were full and when we were done there was so much food left over! All because you packed my lunch.
“Thank you so much for letting me go. Thank you, Mom, for letting me see Jesus. Oh, and look mom, I brought you some leftovers. You can eat too. Open the basket, you’ll see!”
Jesus is a master of MORE THAN.
For a simple and delicious Easter side dish, try Roasted Butternut Squash with Maple and Sage. This recipe combines the natural sweetness of butternut squash with the rich flavors of maple syrup and aromatic sage, creating a flavorful addition to your holiday table. It’s easy to prepare and requires minimal ingredients, making it perfect for a stress-free Easter meal.
• 1 large butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon dried sage (or 1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped)
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• Fresh sage leaves for garnish (optional)
1. Prepare the Squash:
• Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
• Peel and seed the butternut squash. Cut it into 1-inch cubes, ensuring they are roughly the same size for even roasting.
2. Season the Squash:
• In a large bowl, toss the butternut squash cubes with olive oil, maple syrup, dried sage, ground cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Make sure the squash is evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
3. Roast the Squash:
• Spread the seasoned squash cubes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure that the squash roasts evenly and becomes caramelized.
• Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the squash is tender and golden brown on the edges. Stir the squash halfway through the roasting time to ensure even cooking.
4. Garnish and Serve:
• Once the squash is roasted, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly. Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with fresh sage leaves if desired.
Tips for Success:
• For extra flavor, you can add a sprinkle of chopped pecans or walnuts before roasting.
• If using fresh sage, add it during the last 10 minutes of roasting to prevent burning.
by Lori McAfee
A steadfast mind, set on things above, This world, we are not to be in love.
No more sinning and a life of strife. Christ was raised from death that we may have life. Throw off the sin that entangles and hinders, That we may run the race with perseverance. Replace the old self with the new is proof, That you’re living in accordance with His truth. Look to the one that redeems us So fix your eyes upon Jesus.
by Kristen West
Anthony and I had just pulled off the road at the east entrance of Glacier National Park.
We had barely made it into the restaurant and sat down at our table when a freak storm began to pummel the remote little area. Thunder cracked repeatedly; unusually large hailstones fell from the sky; and the wind furiously whipped against everything in its path.
The storm was so unique that even the dining room staff had pulled out their cell phones, run to the windows, and began taking pictures and videos to document the peculiar event.
Shortly after the storm began, the restaurant lost all power.
Our waiter introduced himself and took our order. Within a few minutes, he came back to our table to give us the “bad news” that we would have to pay for our dinner with cash because they wouldn’t be able to process any credit cards.
We told him that would be fine.
Minutes later he returned to revise his former statement.
“We can take your credit card after all,” he said with a smile. “It appears as though our manager has a new fandangled machine that can run your card even though the power is off.”
We finished our meal and gave the server our card.
He returned with a rectangular, carbon paper form that had been “slid” through a manual credit card imprinter (a device commonly used in the 1960’s – 80’s before the advent of electronic payment terminals).
Anthony and I laughed out loud!
This “new fandangled” machine brought back a wave of childhood memories for us. But, for this sweet, 26-year old young man who had never seen one of these devices in action before, he was bamboozled to think that there was a way to process credit cards without electricity!
He didn’t know what he didn’t know.
And, neither do we.
God is the only one with wisdom and knowledge that expansive. He sees everything; He knows everything; and
He is so gracious with us. Psalm 139 tells us how He's fashioned our days and His thoughts about us are too many to count (vs. 16 - 18).
As Christ-followers, it seems like many times we get stuck thinking God expects us to know everything about Him. If we can’t recite Scriptures like we’ve seen our pastor do or unravel all the details of the Gospel at the drop of a hat, we can be tempted to think God’s somehow unhappy or displeased with us.
Yet, the simplicity of walking with God is that He understands we are children and we don’t know what we don’t know. We learn and grow along the way.
According to James 4:17 NKJV, though, there is a universal truth that everyone inherently knows.
“…to him who knows to do good and does not do it, to him it is sin.”
All of us can yield ourselves to God’s Spirit today as He leads, guides, and shows us how to do good – minute by minute and hour by hour – to everyone we cross paths with.
We don’t need a new fandangled device to show us how to do that! We just need a surrendered and willing heart and mind.
by Sandra Gilmore, Editor
What do chocolate, the second-most commonality among people, blue vs red, and/or 3 million miles have in common?
If you could reap high benefits by this time next year with low investment, even without much thought invested, would you change a daily habit? Paying attention to this one factor in your health can change your first impression, your heart health, your finances, your relationships, and your potential for success. That kind of daily change packs a wallop for sure. Is there truly such a “silver bullet” that yields so many benefits?
Yes, and it’s an easy one to launch and maintain. In fact, the sooner you launch this daily program, the better. With the New Year upon us, and resolutions on everyone’s minds, have you included dental health on your list? Start Today, Right Away
Brushing, flossing, cutting back on sugar intake, and regular dental check-ups are some of the basic components of dental health. How often should you brush and floss? Twice per day. Beat the Sweets
Sugar intake affects the teeth and gums by causing tooth decay and gum disease along with inflammation and infection. If inflammation and infection only stayed in the mouth, it could be addressed much easier. But, inflammation and infection spread throughout the body, especially to the heart and lungs, even the kidneys, and the brain.
Pick some of your favorite fruits and vegetables as alternatives to sugars. Drink more water. This is especially helpful because certain medications can cause dry mouth. A simple sip of water several times per day can offer improvement.
Given the mention of beating sweets, how does chocolate enter the equation? Researchers determined the impact on the heart and brain of a chocolate bar. (Generally speaking, chocolate makes us happier than any other food.) Then, they compared the impact of someone’s smile on one’s heart and brain to the impact of a chocolate bar. The smile of a friend creates the same impact on the brain and heart as 200 chocolate bars! But wait, it gets better. Stay with me here. When the person smiling at you is a loved one, the amount increases to the equivalent of 600 chocolate bars.
Can it get better? Yes! When the smile is from a child, the impact on the brain and heart equates to the impact of 2,000 chocolate bars! Taking care of your –and your child’s– dental health is a key component in the smile someone receives from you and your loved ones.
An annual visit to the dentist can be an extra birthday present you give yourself and your family. Check your calendar and coordinate an annual dental check-up around your birthday. It’s an easy way to remember and include it in your yearly schedule.
Measure the Treasure
What can keep you motivated toward a daily habit of dental health? Here are some fun facts:
Americans use about 3 million miles of dental floss per year. Blue toothbrushes are more commonly used compared to red ones.
Dental disease is the second highest common ailment, second only to the common cold.
Americans spend more on soft drinks/sodas than routine, daily dental care products – more than double!
One Trip Around the Sun
So what’s an easy New Year’s resolution to impact your overall health? Simply paying attention to daily dental health. You don’t have to attend classes. You don’t have to learn complicated routines or procedures. You don’t even have to share your goal with anyone (although accountability helps). Practice dental hygiene 365 days and see the rewards by this time next year!
by Candyce Carden
Michael and I were headed to Florence, Italy with great anticipation. Our adventure thus far had offered a relaxing pace. That was about to change Awes and Ughs
Our visit was well-researched and over-planned with so much to see and do. One challenging day started extremely early. We found our way to a meeting spot for back-toback tours of the Academica and then the Uffizi Museums. We even had “Skip the Line” tickets! But our expectations fizzled when the check-in was unorganized and lengthy.
Being short on sleep, caffeine, and food is not a good combination. A “guide” lined us up and snaked our group along a sidewalk to tack us onto a line of other groups ahead of us. Apparently, our “skip the line” tickets simply meant we avoided the line to buy tickets the morning of.
Once inside Academica, we were awe-struck and spent a couple of hours wandering through the various rooms marveling at the great artworks. Unfortunately, the audio tour app provided by our “guides” didn’t work. We were totally on our own, along with about 2,000 other people.
After more waiting, it was time to enter the Uffizi. When I presented my ticket to the doorkeeper, a miscommunication led me to believe he was barring my entry. I lost it. He bore the brunt of my frustrations from the entire morning. Once inside this museum, we were also blown away by even more masterpieces. By now, I was a bit deflated. Ashamed I’d lost self-control with the ticket agent, it was time to push the reset button.
The Holy Spirit’s Tug
I was in Italy, one of the world’s leading fruit producers— grapes, apples, olives, hazelnuts, strawberries, and kiwifruits—but I was not producing the fruit of the Spirit this morning.
I turned to God. He welcomed me with a spiritual hug. I took some deep breaths while lingering in His embrace. He calmed my mind and cleared my focus. I had memorized the fruit of the Spirit some time ago.
Falteringly, I began: “Holy Spirit, fill me with Your love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faith, gentleness, and self-control today and every day” (Galatians 5:23-23). I
repeated the request a few more times, each time growing more confident in the prayer.
Later, my Bible reading included a portion of Paul’s letters to the church of Thessalonica. One section in particular spoke to me. Paul urges the Thessalonians to live out the principles he has already addressed. It’s a summary of what our conduct should look like today (1 Thessalonians 5:12-22).
This direct sentence leapt from the page: “Do not quench the Spirit” (1 Thessalonians 5:19 NIV). Other versions use the words ‘stifle’ and ‘extinguish’ rather than ‘quench.’ The meaning is clear. We are not to extinguish the influences of the Holy Spirit in our hearts.
The three verbs suggest an allusion to fire on an altar. The fire was to be kept burning at all times. Likewise, the Holy Spirit must be fed with a fuel supply to keep it active in our souls.
I didn’t start the day by fueling the Spirit with prayer and devotion. I’d prioritized my daily agenda over my time with God. My grumbling attitude quenched the Spirit, and my behavior contradicted my belief.
Throughout the rest of this amazing trip, I called on God to fill me with a renewed awareness of His presence throughout each day. I took care not to quench the Spirit so I would produce and exhibit His fruit.
What strategies work for you when you need a spiritual reset?
by Brenda Dedmon
Gather your family and read Matthew 21:1-11. Share the following:
Jerusalem was full of people who had come to celebrate Passover. They had heard about Jesus and all the wonderful things he had been doing in the area. Only a couple of days before that, Jesus had been to Mary and Martha’s home after their brother, Lazarus, had died. Jesus called forth for Lazarus to come out from the grave and to their amazement Lazarus came out and was alive!
When the crowds heard Jesus would be coming to Jerusalem, they were extremely excited. They wanted to see this man about whom they had heard. When Jesus came riding in on a donkey, they began to shout praises to Him. They took off their coats and laid them on the ground for Him to ride on. People took branches off the trees, placed them on the path, and also waved them in the air shouting, “Hosanna to the Son of David! Blessings on the one who comes in the name of the Lord! Hosanna in the highest!” There was excitement in the air and people were happy to see Jesus. They wondered if He would be the new King and their new ruler.
Today as Christians, we celebrate Palm Sunday as a way of remembering Jesus’ triumphal entry to Jerusalem.
By reading the truth of the scripture, we can be close to God. The scriptures also remind us that when we seek God with all our hearts, we will find Him. God is always close to us. When Jesus rode into the city on Palm Sunday, He was God the Son coming close to the people. We celebrate knowing that through Jesus’ sacrifice God is close to us. So, as we raise the palms and songs of praise to Jesus on Palm Sunday, we can express our love and thanks to God for sending Jesus to be our Savior.
Discuss:
• Think about the time when you attended a parade or have been in a parade. How did it make you feel?
• How do you think you would have felt if you had been in Jerusalem on that Sunday? Do you think you would have wanted to join in the parade and raise palm branches?
• In what ways does God show you today that He loves you and is close to you? How can you show God you love and praise Him?
Prayer:
Dear God, we thank you for your love for us. We thank you for sending Jesus to be our Savior and friend. We praise you for your love and kindness. We pray that you will help us share your love with others. Amen.
As a family, make palm shakers by using green crepe paper attached to craft sticks by staples or glue. Make enough for your family and for your friends. Invite your friends to join you in your neighborhood for a Palm Sunday Parade. As you walk through the neighborhood sing or shout praises to God for His love.
Assembly of God
Christian Fellowship Assembly
3656 Chattanooga Road, 30755
706-280-7594
The Sanctuary 515 Reed Rd NW, 30720 706-270-2088
The Healing Center Church 515 Reed Road, 30720 706-229-9456
Baptist
Abundant Life Baptist Church 811 J and J, 30721
706-278-5289
Antioch Baptist Church
1205 Antioch Road, 30720 706-278-1305
Beaverdale Baptist Church 2496 Beaverdale Rd NW, 30721 706-259-7089
Calvary Baptist Church 2115 Chatsworth Rd, 30721 706-278-6324
Carolyn Baptist Church 2305 Cleveland Highway, 30721 706-259-8142
Centerpoint Baptist Church 420 Centerpoint Drive SE, 30721 706-277-2100
Christ Reformed Baptist Church 1378 Dug Gap Rd, 30720 706-226-3026
Concord Baptist Church 1054 Hopewell Rd, Cohutta 30710
706-694-8618
Cove Baptist Fellowship Church 461 Carbondale Rd SW, 30721 706-277-3484
Crown View Baptist Church 502 West Tyler St, 30720 706-278-7422
Deep Springs Baptist Church 1660 Beaverdale Rd NE, 30721 706-259-3255
Dug Gap Baptist Church 2031 Dug Gap Rd, 30720 706-278-2377
Eastbrook Baptist Church 204 Hill Rd, 30720 Eastside Baptist Church 913 East Morris St, 30721 706-278-8553
Eleventh Avenue Baptist Church 2550 South Dalton Bypass, 30722 706-278-7020
Emmaus Baptist Church
4268 S. Dixie Rd, 30735 706-483-5251
First Baptist Church 802 Kenner St, 30721
706-226-9681
First Baptist Church of Dalton 311 North Thornton Ave, 30720
706-278-2911
Grace Baptist Church 2049 Lower Kings Bridge Rd, 30721
706-537-6884
Good Hope Baptist Church
2525 Lake Francis Rd, 30721
706-259-3719
Grove Level Baptist Church
2802 Cleveland Highway, 30721
706-259-8519
Good Samaritan Baptist Church 3137 Cleveland Rd, 30721
706-259-7239
Gospelway Baptist Church
336 Jupiter Cir, 30721
706-278-1424
Grace Baptist Church
2049 Lower Kings Bridge Rd, 30721
706-537-6884
Harmony Baptist Church
187 Lower Dawnville Rd, 30721
706-226-5521
Harvest Baptist Church
3986 Cleveland Hwy, 30721
706-694-8951
Hill Crest Baptist Church
1901 Cityview St, 30720
706-279-1267
Hopewell Baptist Church
3527 Airport Rd, 30721
706-226-5987
Kinsey Drive Baptist Church 2626 Kinsey Drive,30720
706-277-3505
Lakeshore Park Baptist Church 12 Crescent St, 30720
706-275-6050
Liberty Baptist Church 506 South Pentz St, 30720
706-226-5535
Lindsey Memorial Baptist
706-673-7650
3503 Lindsey Memorial Rd.
Rocky Face, Ga. 30740
Macedonia Baptist Church
1355 Dawnville Rd NE, 30721
706-259-9220
Maple Grove Baptist Church
347 Maple Grove Rd, 30721
706-483-6300
McFarland Hill Baptist Church
307 Brickyard Rd, 30721
706-277-5521
Mount Rachel Baptist Church
332 Haig Mill Lake Rd, 30720
706-278-5192
Mount Ridge Baptist Church
1401 M L King, Jr. Blvd, 30721
706-278-0335
New Hope Baptist Church
900 Roan St, 30721
706-226-2093
New Hope Baptist Church
706-673-8050
2105 Tunnel Hill-Varnell Road
Tunnel Hill, GA 30755
New Life Baptist Church
2620 Old Grade Rd, 30721
Northwest Georgia Baptist Church
222 North Pentz St, 30720
706-463-3490
Olivia Baptist Church
1817 Guy St, 30720
706-278-3507
Pine Grove Baptist Church
4004 Airport Road, 30721
706-264-8630
Poplar Springs Baptist Church
897 Poplar Springs Rd, 30720
706-259-8727
Reformation Baptist Church
244 N. Hamilton St, 30720
706-314-8711
Rocky Face Baptist Church
1544 Rocky Face Railroad St, 30740
706- 226-5751
Salem Baptist Church
1448 Pleasant Grove Dr, 30721
706-259-7045
South Dalton Baptist Church
498 Lakemont Drive, 30720
706-278-4946
Shiloh Baptist Church
2014 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, 30721 706-226-5981
Temple Baptist Church 2310 South Dixie Hwy, 30720 706-226-6785
Tunnel Hill First Baptist Church 706-673-2085
202 South Cherry Street Tunnel Hill, GA 30755
Valley Baptist Church
2907 Old Rome, 30720
Welcome Hill Baptist Church 2772 E Welcome Hill Circle, 30721 706-278-0368
Whitfield Baptist Church 2134 Dug Gap Rd, 30721
706-278-6776
Bible
Fellowship Bible Church 2044 Dug Gap Rd, 30720 706-278-6269
Catholic
Saint Joseph’s Catholic Church 968 Haig Mill Lake Rd, 30720 706-278-3107
Christian
First Christian Church 1506 Dug Gap Rd, 30720
706-278-7244
Church of Christ
Central Church of Christ
515 N. Tibbs Rd, 30720 706-278-8051
Riverbend Church of Christ 2218 S Riverbend Rd, 30721 706-226-0819
Church of God
Church of God of Union Assembly 2311 South Dixie Rd, 30720 706-275-0510
City View Church of God 3688 Chatsworth Hwy, 30721 706-226-6686
Crosspointe 2681 Underwood Street 30721 706-278-2649
Lifegate Church
2744 Cleveland Highway, 30721 706-259-0016
Valley Brook Church of God 1474 Mineral Springs Rd, 30720 706-279-3296
Community
Church on the Hill
1035 Abutment Rd, 30721 706-278-9208
Community Fellowship Church 409 North Fredrick St, 30721 706-278-3204
Freedom Community Church 908 Elk Street, 30720 706-463-2690
The River Community Church 2410 Cleveland Hwy, Suite 112, 30721 678-314-7994
Rock Bridge Community Church 121 W Crawford St, 30720
Episcopal
Saint Mark’s Episcopal Church 901 West Emory St, 30720
706-278-8857
Jehovah’s Witnesses
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses 1309 Applewood Drive, 30720 706-529-0192
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses 1817 Dug Gap Rd, 30720 706-270-0156
Latter-day
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 610 Shugart Rd, 30720 706-278-5295
Lutheran
Christ the King Lutheran Church 623 S Thornton Ave, 30720 706-278-3979
Methodist
Bethel AME Church 620 Spring Street, 30720 706-226-2714
Bethel Methodist Church 123 Bethel Church Rd, 30721 706-278-3309
Dalton First UMC 500 South Thornton Ave, 30720 706-278-8494
Fairview Church 1735 Riverbend Rd, 30721 706-996-5057
Five Springs Methodist Church 2823 Five Springs Rd, 30720 706-277-3928
Mineral Springs UMC 4079 Airport Road, 30721 706-517-0200
Mt. Vernon UMC 597 Lafayette Road Rocky Face, GA 30740 706-673-4667
New Haven UMC 4040 South Dixie Highway, 30721 706-217-1879
Pleasant Grove Methodist 2701 Cleveland Highway, 30721 706-259-3141
Trinity UMC 901 Veterans Dr, 30721 706-278-4042
Varnell Church
3485 Highway 2 Cohutta, 30710 706-694-8023
Wesley Chapel UMC 808 Jamestown CT, 30721 706-270-2331
First Church of the Nazarene 2325 Chattanooga Rd, 30720 706-278-8428
Grace Church of the Nazarene 1111 Nelson St, 30721 706-278-1171
Non-Denominational
Abundant Life Bible Church 901 Chester Road, 30721
706-270-9733
Bridging the Gap Ministries
514 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, 30721
706-277-7575
Relentless Worship Center
210 Robinwood Dr, 30721
706-313-1129
Dalton House Of Prayer
897 College Dr, Conference Rm 3, 30720
706-915-6545
Dawnville Community Church
1409 Dawnville Rd NE, 30721
706-259-5342
Good Neighbors Church 910 South Thornton Ave, 30720
706-226-0846
Gospel Light Tabernacle
804 Sheridan Ave, 30721
Grace Fellowship Ministries 620 N Glenwood Ave 2&3, 30721
706-280-1375
Northwest Christian Fellowship
272 Main St, Varnell, GA 30756
706-694-9830
River of Life Church of Dalton
2919 East Walnut Ave, 30721
706-965-6683
Saint James Overcoming Church
400 North Fredrick St, 30721
706-278-0319
Tunnel Hill Community Church
706-673-4022
121 North Varnell Road Tunnel Hill, GA 30755
Pentecostal
Iglesia de Dios Pentecostal Fuente de Agua Viva 1007 Underwood St, 30721
706-278-4963
La Senda Antigua 308 East Matilda St, 30720
706-270-8826
True Gospel Pentecostal Church 109 South Henderson St, 30721 706-278-5696
Shadow Ridge Worship Center 122 Wheat Drive Varnell, GA 30721
706-280-4546
Presbyterian
ChristChurch Presbyterian 510 South Tibbs Rd, 30720
706-529-2911
First Presbyterian Church 101 S. Selvidge St, 30720
706-278-8161
Grace Presbyterian Church
2107 Threadmill Rd, 30720
706-226-6344
Salvationalist
Salvation Army 1109 N. Thornton Ave, 30722
706-278-3966
Seventh Day Adventist 3 Angels Hispanic SDA
701 E Morris St, 30721
706-618-1182
Dalton Hispanic SDA 112 W Long St, 30720
706-275-0523
Dalton SDA Church
300 South Tibbs Rd, 30720 706-226-2166
Baptist
Blue Ridge Primitive Baptist Church
706-517-9849
134 Hyden Tyler Road
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US Calvary Baptist Church
706-695-7747
Highway 225 North
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US
Center Hill Baptist Church
706-695-7988
65 Berry Bennett Road
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US
Cisco Baptist Church
706-695-9270
Highway 411 North
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US
Cool Springs Baptist Church
706-517-5388
4330 Holly Creek Cool Springs Road
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US
Fellowship Baptist Church
706-695-2626
4396 Highway 52
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US First Baptist Church
706-695-2112
121 West Market Street
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US Flat Branch Baptist Church
706-695-2663
3443 Highway 286
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US Free Hope Baptist Church
706-695-3717
4176 Highway 76
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US Holly Creek Baptist Church
706-695-8522
422 Holly Creek
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US
Liberty Baptist Church 4221 US-76, Chatsworth, GA 30705 US Little Consauga Baptist Church
706-517-5733
1100 Sugar Creek
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US
Maranatha Baptist Church
706-695-6330
Highway 225 South
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US
Mount Pisgah Baptist Church
706-517-8944
2309 Old Highway 411
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US
New Hope Baptist Church
706-517-3089
1273 New Hope Road
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US
New Prospect Baptist Church
706-629-9521
7629 Highway 225
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US
Old Fashion Baptist Church
706-695-5420
885 Ben Adams Road
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US
Open Air Ministries
706-386-484
1058 Mtn Crest Dr.
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US
Prayer Baptist Church
706-624-9216
10859 Hwy. 225 South
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US
Shinning Light Baptist Church
706-517-1739
801 North 5th Avenue
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US
Smyrna Baptist Church
706-695-5815
1913 Smyrna Church Road
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US
Spring Place Baptist Church
706-695-5532
441 Highway 225 South
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US
Total Praise Baptist Church
706-695-6441
1461 Greeson Bend Rd, Chatsworth, GA 30705 US
Zion Hill Baptist Church
706-517-5913
Highway 225 North
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US
Bible
Grace Bible Church
2599 Leonard Bridge Rd.
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US
Church of Christ
Woodhaven Church of Christ
706-847-7400
508 West Peachtree Street
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US
Church of God
Chatsworth Church of God
706-695-9388
Highway 411 South
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US
Central Community Church
706-695-4242
60 Pine Hills Drive
Chatsworth, GA 30705
Spring Place Church of God
706-695-8000
717 Tibbs Bridge Road
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US Full Gospel
Faith Worship Center
706-695-6866
189 Hyden Tyler Road
Chatsworth GA 30705
House Of Prayer
616 Jenkins Road
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US Methodist
Casey Springs
7250 Chastworth Highway South
Chastworth, GA 30705
Center Valley Methodist Church
706-971-4646
5394 Highway 225 North
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US
First Methodist Church
706-695-3211
107 W Cherokee Street
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US
Fullers Chapel UMC
2144 Fuller’s Chapel Rd
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US Spring Place UMC
706-695-5143
Po Box 248
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US
Smyrna Gospel Tabernacle
784 Smyrna Church Road
Chatsworth, GA 30705
The Church of God of the Union Assembly at Chatsworth, GA
706-695-7335
Highway 52 Alternate
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US
Liberty Tabernacle
706-517-3140
2196 Smyrna Church Road
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US
Living Word Christian Fellowship
706-695-5005
960 Cherokee Drive
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US New Beginnings Ministries
706-695-6067
646 Floodtown Road
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US North Gate Church
706-548-4967
7727 Highway 225 South
Chatsworth, GA 30755 US Tabernacle of Praise
706-517-0377
1435 Leonard Bridge Road
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US Wings Of Faith Ministries
706-695-1527
1122 North Holly Drive
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US Pentecostal
Victory Tabernacle
706-517-1458
355 Ellijay Street
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US A Place to Worship
706-517-8568
259 Old Landfill Rd
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US Presbyterian Sumach Presbyterian Church 706-695-4773
2089 Sumach Church
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US
Seventh Day Adventist Hispanic Adventist Church of Chatsworth
706-264-4299
88 North Park Drive
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US
Seventh-Day Adventist Church 706-517-5124
1115 Highway 52
Chatsworth, GA 30705 US
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