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Brian Johnson
Carl W. Corser
Charles Finney
Garrett Nudd
Hayden Lanier
Kody Fox
Lindsey Hughes Kiker
Dr. Rob Debelak
Spring M. Fricks
Stephanie Evans
Steve Knapp
Tammy Madden
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Hello Friends,
We want to take a moment to tell you who we are and what we are about. Our names are Matt and Bethany Ruckman and we have six beautiful children, Brendon, Kailey, Andrew, Leah Jean, Emma, and Cooper. We live in Cleveland, Tennessee, and love what this town has to offer! We have started GoodNews Christian Magazine because we feel that when God, family, and community are combined, lives will be changed.
GoodNews Christian Magazine is a complimentary, Christian lifestyle publication. You can find us throughout the community in retail establishments, churches, restaurants, and more. Our magazine opens the door for Christians to work together to grow and strengthen our community through relevant editorial and effective advertising.
GoodNews Christian Magazine is written by men and women in the community who love and serve the Lord. Our hearts are open and willing to be used by God to reach out to the community to spread the GoodNews!
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When Dalton resident Dana Easley was diagnosed with stage 4 ovarian cancer, her world changed overnight. With six rounds of chemotherapy and a hysterectomy ahead, she leaned on her faith, her family, and the compassionate care she found at Peeples Cancer Institute.
Her care team, including Lisa Duhaime, MD, and oncology nurse practitioners Kim Bailey and Jaime Pesl, guided her through six rounds of chemotherapy before she could undergo a hysterectomy. Mrs. Easley says, “They listen, and they care. They don’t mind spending time with you. The whole staff is very caring.”
To help protect her hair during treatment, she chose to use the Paxman cold cap system. “It worked for me, and I did not lose all my hair,” she shares. She also connected with Boggs Boutique, where cosmetologist Stacey Gibson provided both practical and emotional support, helping her with makeup and hair care. “I love Stacey—she’s a lifesaver.”
This spring, Mrs. Easley rang the ceremonial bell at PCI after her scans showed no cancer. She continues on oral medication and a monthly infusion to help prevent recurrence.
She finds joy in the kitchen, cooking daily and sharing homemade meals with neighbors, family and friends. She encourages others in similar situations to keep a positive outlook. She said, “surrounding yourself with positive people is important. Cards from friends make a big difference. It’s easy when you surround yourself with positive people. I just embrace every minute.”
With access to advanced treatments—including precision medicine, Phase III clinical trials with Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University, and the only ACR-Accredited Radiation Oncology Center within 50 miles of Chattanooga—we are here, grateful to walk beside patients who inspire us through their strength and healing.
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You Can’t Order Salvation from Amazon
Ephesians 2:8–9 KJV: “For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast.”
by Charles Finney
Beloved, in this digital age we’ve gotten used to ordering everything online. Groceries? Shipped. Shoes? Delivered. A singing trout plaque? Yes, even that. You can get vitamins, vacuums, and vacuum-sealed venison. Some folks don’t even go to the store anymore— just click, swipe, Prime, boom—blessed by Bezos.
I came by to tell somebody: You can’t order salvation from Amazon.
No sir. No free shipping. No “Holy Ghost in two days or less” package. This ain’t something you can put in a cart and track with a code. The only “tracking number” that’ll matter is whether your name’s in the Lamb’s Book of Life! Salvation Ain’t for Sale
Let’s get this straight—salvation is free, but it ain’t cheap. It cost Jesus everything. You can’t pay for it with cash, card, Klarna, or Camel Bucks. You can’t Afterpay your way into heaven. You might be able to buy a treadmill with four easy payments, but grace don’t come in installments.
Jesus didn’t die so you could subscribe. He died so you could be set free.
You can buy a “Jesus is my Co-Pilot” bumper sticker online, but that won’t make Him Lord. You can even order a glow-in-the-dark Bible, but that don’t mean your heart's got any light in it.
You can’t Prime Deliver the Presence. Some folks treat God like He's an Amazon driver: "Drop the blessing on my porch, Lord, and don’t ring the doorbell!"
We want joy, peace, power—but we don’t want prayer, fasting, or surrender. We want two-day shipping on revival but won’t spend ten minutes repenting. Let me tell you, the Holy Ghost ain’t on backorder, He’s just waiting on you to get out of checkout and get into the altar!
Heaven Has No Return Policy
Once you get this salvation, it’s better than new. You won’t want to send it back. Amazon has a 30-day return policy. But God? When He saves you, it’s eternal!
“And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish...” (John 10:28 KJV).
Ain’t no “Changed my mind, Lord. I’d like to go back to Egypt.” Once you’ve tasted that heavenly gift, once you’ve been washed in the Blood, there ain’t nothing on this earth that compares.
The Narrow Way Ain’t on GPS
Amazon will send a drone to find you. But the Holy Ghost don’t need batteries.
Jesus said in Matthew 7:14 KJV: “Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it.”
The way to heaven isn’t “Add to Cart.” It’s take up your cross. You can’t “filter” your way through life like it’s a product search: “Lord, give me blessings, no trials, Prime only, sort by comfort.” No! You’ve got to walk by faith, not five-star reviews. Glory!
Salvation is not a product—it’s a person. His name is Jesus. He doesn’t ship in a box; He stepped out of the tomb. He doesn't arrive in 2–4 business days; He comes when you call Him in faith.
So stop scrolling, child of God. Don’t look for grace in your cart or forgiveness in a coupon code. Get down on your knees, open your heart, and cry out: “Lord, have mercy on me, a sinner!” That’s how you check out of hell and walk into glory.
And let all the saints say: Amen—and don’t forget to leave a heavenly review!
TUnderstanding Medicare Advantage Plan Open Enrollment: What You Need to Know
Money Matters
he Medicare Advantage Plan Open Enrollment Period (MA OEP) occurs each year from January 1 through March 31. This enrollment window applies to individuals who are currently enrolled in a Medicare Advantage, also known as Part C plan. It provides an important opportunity to make changes if your current coverage no longer meets your healthcare needs or expectations.
During the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period, eligible beneficiaries may make one coverage change. You can switch from one Medicare Advantage plan to another, or you can drop your Medicare Advantage plan and return to Original Medicare. If you choose to return to Original Medicare, you also have the option to enroll in a stand alone Medicare Part D prescription drug plan. Any changes made during this period generally take effect on the first day of the month following the request.
One of the most common reasons people use this enrollment period involves provider network changes. Medicare Advantage plans are offered by private insurance companies and rely on contracted networks of doctors, hospitals, specialists, and other healthcare providers. These networks can change from year to year, and sometimes even after the plan year has already begun.
Many beneficiaries discover an issue when they attempt to schedule an appointment and learn their primary care physician, specialist, eye doctor, dentist, or preferred hospital is no longer considered in- network. Because many Medicare Advantage plans include routine vision and dental benefits, it is especially important to confirm that your eye doctor and dentist participate in your plan. Receiving care from out-of-network providers can result in higher out-of-pocket costs or services not being covered.
In addition to network changes, plan benefits, copays, prescription drug formularies, and referral requirements may also change. Health needs can evolve, and coverage that worked well in the past may not be the best fit today. This enrollment
period allows you to review coverage details before unexpected costs or disruptions occur.
If you have recently learned your doctor, eye doctor, or dentist is out of network, or if you want reassurance that your coverage still aligns with your needs, we are here to help.
Medicare does not have to be confusing. Let us make it simple.
At Hughes Retirement Group, your Medicare Coach is Rick Hughes, supported by his experienced team and backed by over twenty years of helping individuals navigate Medicare Supplemental and Medicare Advantage options. Our services are provided at no cost, and we are committed to delivering exceptional customer service. Our support continues well beyond enrollment—we remain available to assist you for life as your healthcare needs evolve.
Contact Hughes Retirement Group today to review your Medicare Advantage options by calling or texting 423-664-4203, or by visiting hughesretirementgroup.com.
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Handling Anger with God
by Brian Johnson
Many of us have had times when we’ve been angry with God. I know, for some, that’s taboo to say but it’s real. When was that time for you? Why were you angry? What did you do about it?
First of all, know that you’re not alone. In fact, there are people in the Bible that had their moments of anger towards God. Jeremiah is an example.
Jeremiah got a word from the LORD, a message to give to the children of Israel. He did what God told him to do, but no one listened. Jeremiah 20:7 KJV says, “O LORD, thou hast deceived me, and I was deceived: thou art stronger than I, and hast prevailed: I am in derision daily, every one mocketh me.”
When dealing with anger, don’t be afraid to voice it to God. He already knows, and holding it in can lead to bitterness.
Don’t assume that everything should be good in your life because you’re in God’s will. The unexpected can still occur.
Jeremiah accused God of deception, which wasn’t true. Make sure your anger isn’t based on lies. God isn’t the deceiver, Satan is. In John 8:44 KJV, he’s called the father of lies. Revelation 12:9 KJV says that he “deceiveth the whole world.” Jeremiah told God how he felt, eventually got through it, and God continued to use him.
Take the time to honestly evaluate why you’re angry. Jeremiah was prideful. Along with falsely accusing God, he also complained about being mocked. God isn’t unfamiliar
with being mocked and shamed. Jesus “endured the cross despising the shame” (Hebrews 12:2). Christ suffered shame for us so that we can have eternal life and a relationship with God. If we’re going to live for Him, we should expect to be mocked on occasion. That’s an opportunity to identify with Christ, not a time to be angry.
Jeremiah decided he was done. He wasn’t going to say anything else in God’s name, but God’s Word was in his “heart as a burning fire” (Jeremiah 20:9 KJV) and he couldn’t sit and keep it to himself anymore. The Word of God didn’t just come into his heart at that moment. God’s Word had been in him for a while. This is a good warning for us. None of us are immune to the possibility of something coming into our lives that leads to anger at God. No matter how long you’ve been saved, how well you know your Bible, or how much Scripture you’ve memorized. But it was God’s Word that caused a change in his heart. Continue to fill your heart with His Word, which allows Him to talk to you, and continue speaking to Him through prayer. Doing that— through the anger—will allow you to see God in a new way and will bring you into a closer relationship with Him. When those trying times come, His Word will change you, recharge you, and fuel you to continue to do His will.
Brian Edward Johnson is a pastor at his church, nurse and author of Behaving Wisely, One Man’s Journey from Betrayal to Blessing. He longs for Christians to trust God for every aspect of their lives.
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Finding Debbie: A Dragonfly Day
“In whose hand is the soul of every living thing, and the breath of all mankind” (Job 12:10 KJV).
by Stephanie Evans
Ihad gone to the ladies’ room at the big Walmart store on Keith Street. That's where I learned God cares not only about sparrows that fall to the ground, but about dragonflies that fall to the floor.
Since the ladies’ room was empty, I went into the biggest stall. I spotted a dragonfly on the floor, upside down, so completely still I thought it was dead. I felt sorry for this dragonfly. I later learned that these double-winged insects eat mosquitoes, which the United States Center for Disease Control calls the World's Deadliest Animal. The mosquito causes injury and death worldwide, with damage ranging from pesky bites at picnics to serious diseases like Malaria, Yellow Fever, Zika, Dengue, West Nile and the list goes on. (Information courtesy of AI; Smithsonian Magazine; Pfizer; Wikipedia; and other websites).
However, the dragonfly is God's fighter jet/helicopter/ Harrier jet against the tiny deadly mosquito. One dragonfly can eat up to 100 mosquitoes a day. Dragonflies can fly up to 35 miles per hour, hover, and fly backward. Some migrate thousands of miles.
Dragonflies and damselflies can dazzle with color—like the Blue Dasher. But the one (maybe a damselfly?) I saw on the floor wore classic brown, black, and tan, with a small yellow-looking center.
I bent down to check for movement when I saw the insect's distinctive double wings. The tiny legs moved just a little, very slowly.
I wonder if I can get it outside, I thought. What am I going to use? I knew my bare hands would hurt this injured insect. I knew a paper towel was too coarse for delicate wings.
A tissue! I carry small packs of facial tissues in my purse, so I got one out. The dragonfly (or damselfly) barely moved. Still, I put the tissue as close to the creature's wings as I could.
That half-dead insect struggled, with one slow scoot, onto that tissue! My heart melted on the spot. Okay, crawl yourself on up, I thought quietly, willing life, teaming up with
my amazing friend. And she did it! (I don't know much about insects, but I decided this one was female).
I strapped my purse on one shoulder and walked carefully to the Walmart exit. Just outside the lobby door, I saw bright pink Island blooms on sale in neat black plastic containers. I set the tissue cradling the insect on one plant's dirt and leaves. Would you believe it? That determined creature refused to give up! She crept off the tissue and onto the dirt and leaves. I took the tissue away and left the dragonfly in the plant's shade.
I finished shopping and started to my car. But suddenly I stopped. I had to go see if our precious ecosystem helper made it. I searched that sheltering plant thoroughly. But that girl had flown! The next day, I named that dragonfly Debbie. Even now, Debbie zooms around destroying death in mid-air and on the wing, with God's own smile like a mighty lifting wind.
Stephanie Evans is a retired newspaper reporter/ library clerk. She is a mother and grandmother, She enjoys semi-sweet iced tea with just about everything! One of her favorite verses is John 3:16-17.
Just Like Snowflakes—
You Are One of a Kind
Have you ever caught a snowflake on your glove and looked at it closely? If you have, you might have noticed something amazing—no two snowflakes are exactly the same! Scientists have studied snowflakes for years, and even though they all start the same way, each one forms its own unique pattern. God designed them that way on purpose.
The Bible tells us that God is a Creator who loves detail. He didn’t make the world rushed or careless. He made it with beauty, creativity, and intention. Snowflakes are tiny reminders of that. They fall quietly, sparkle in the light, and never look exactly like the one next to them.
Here’s the wonderful part: God made you with the same care.
The Bible says, “I praise You because I am fearfully and wonderfully made” (Psalm 139:14 NIV). That means God didn’t copy and paste when He made you. He chose your smile, your laugh, your talents, and even the things that make you different. Just like snowflakes, no one else in the whole world is exactly like you.
Sometimes kids feel pressure to fit in or be like everyone else. You might think, I wish I were better at sports, or I wish I were more like my friend. But God never asked you to be someone else. He asked you to be you.
Jesus showed us how much every person matters. He cared for children, listened to them, and welcomed them. The Bible tells us, “Let the little children come to Me” (Matthew 19:14 NIV). That shows us something important— Jesus sees kids as valuable, important, and loved, just as they are.
Think about a snowstorm. If every snowflake were the same, it wouldn’t be nearly as beautiful. The beauty comes from the variety. God’s world works the same way. Each person brings something special that no one else can bring.
God also has plans for your life. The Bible says, “For I know the plans I have for you… plans to give you hope and a future” (Jeremiah 29:11 NIV). Those plans are made just for you—not your best friend, not your sibling, not anyone else.
Even when you make mistakes or feel unsure, God doesn’t stop loving you. Snowflakes may melt, but God’s love never does. He is always with you, guiding you and cheering you on. “The Lord your God is with you… He will rejoice over you with gladness” (Zephaniah 3:17 NIV).
So the next time snow falls from the sky, remember this: each snowflake is different, and each one has a purpose. And so do you.
You don’t have to be anyone else. God already decided—you are wonderfully made, deeply loved, and completely one of a kind!
Explore:
If you can’t find snowflakes to examine, what about finding several leaves? Are they exactly the same?
Look up at the clouds. Are the clouds all the same?
Look for some pebbles and rocks. Are they all the same?
You see, God made each of those and He made each person unique too!
dNews for Men
The Firewall
by Carl W. Corser
How important are electronic devices and computers to us these days? What information is stored on these devices? If the information is destroyed, can it be retrieved?
Everyone has a computer these days. We all have very important and private information stored on them with the ability to retrieve that information in a usable form in just a few seconds of time. We have become very comfortable in trusting the fact that the firewall is protecting our precious and private information from viruses that are malicious in destroying that information.
Once a virus has been allowed to break through the firewall, the precious, private, and valued information is gone, destroyed, and lost forever. It's start-over time. It's a crying moment, or even longer. It is finished.
Who is responsible for keeping the computer safe? Who has the choice of opening up a file on the computer? Who is responsible for determining if that file is filled with a malicious and destructive virus? Who is responsible for keeping the firewall up to date, and ready to stop any and all malicious viruses? Is it the computer owner?
Then, what institution in our society desperately needs the firewall for its protection? What about our marriages?
Our homes? Our families? Our communities? Aren't these more precious than computers with the precious and private information on them?
God created the institution of marriage. Man was created to be the head of that institution, the one responsible for its success. God gave man a helpmate for the blessing of his marriage institution. God gave children to become a blessing to the marriage institution.
Just as the firewall was created and intended to be maintained for the protection of the precious, private, and valued information on our computers, so are men given the responsibility of creating and maintaining The Firewall for the protection of the marriage, the family, and the home, which directly affects our society.
Men carry a huge responsibility, especially these days, of protecting their marriages, homes, and families from Satan's relentless attack upon them. If we let down The Firewall just for a moment, Satan’s marriage virus comes in and does so much damage in moments that it might take a lifetime to repair. His virus has the capability of completely destroying the marriage, home, and family.
Men, weren't we created to be the strong ones, the head of the family? Aren't we responsible for what goes on inside
of our homes? Aren’t we supposed to lead the family by our example? Isn’t Satan so desperate to destroy every marriage, every home, and every family, that he constantly endeavors to break through The Firewall?
Men, maybe we need to step up The Firewall maintenance and preparation to defend and to stop the attack of any and all of Satan’s old and new viruses that he's designing for the destruction of our marriages. As men, this maintenance and preparation should include our need to draw closer to God and pay more attention to His still small voice as we strengthen our families’ protection, The Firewall. We need to allow Him to guide our maintenance and strengthening plan for our families’ protection. Good, strong, committed men will keep the marriage, home, and family guard, The Firewall, healthy. Healthy firewalls protect great families. Great families are a wonderful blessing to God, family, and communities.
Men, the greatest firewall protection that we can design against Satan’s malicious virus is spending our precious time, building precious memories, connecting with our Heavenly Father, our sweetheart, and every child that God has blessed our marriage institution. There’s absolutely no substitute for you – saint, husband, and father – for defending and
protecting the institution that God gave you the responsibility to be a good steward over. Also, we need to protect our hearts from all of the tricks that Satan would just love to trip us up with as we fulfill our responsibility in marriage.
Men, God has not called us to accomplish the impossible. If we depend upon His grace, guidance, and support, we will be successful in keeping our families safe from Satan’s destruction of The Firewall. May God bless our men in this huge task in these days and times.
Ladies, your man needs all of the prayer he can get for him from you and you need plenty of practice of praying that your marriage will be happy and successful. Give your husband a new opportunity to accomplish successfully the task that God ordained for the marriage institution He created, as your husband becomes well protected by The Firewall.
May we all pray for each other as we seek to increase successful marriages within our society. Blessings to you all.
Carl Corser is an ordained bishop, author of a devotion book, “Living Past Sunday,” business owner, farmer, author of a devotion website, carlcorser.com. Carl has pastored several churches.
Memoir to Memories: A Pearl of Great Price
by Spring M. Fricks
“Mom, where’s Piglet?”
Not the question I expected from my son and yet it had been thrown down the hall like a heat-seeking missile.
As a seasoned boy mom, I dodged the projectile and fired back a salvo of my own. “Better question, what’s this smell?” Not able to handle the stench emanating from his corner of the house, I’d stripped his bed and headed for the laundry room.
Beating me to the washing machine with his hands akimbo and his head cocked, my son said,
“you took my sheets.” I dropped the stinky linens at his feet. “Now Piglet’s gone.”
My lips puckered as I sucked in and gave him side-eye that could cut barnacles from a pier. With a half step forward and a retort ready, I was stopped by the all familiar “tap, tap, tap” of the Lord calling my spirit to attention and urging me to shut my mouth.
Don’t miss this moment.
Taking a beat, my eyes drifted to the pile of sheets on the floor. The dirty bed clothes sat on the
ground like a rock formation and there, on the top, lay Piglet.
In Matthew 13:44, Jesus taught about a pearl hidden in a field. A man found the pearl and, deeming it valuable, sold all he had to buy the field and gain the pearl.
The Lord whispered to my heart that Piglet was the pearl hidden in the field, and yet it struck me that Piglet isn’t valuable. He’s old, worn out, and no longer recognizable as the beloved fictional character. Much of his fur is missing, leaving him bald and threadbare. His ears sag; his limbs are flat and limp; and his colors are muted shadows of what they once were.
He's valuable to your son.
The words from the Lord exploded like a landmine, destroying the frustration of failing my mission to complete everything on my mommy todo list.
I flinched in submission to the Lord who revealed to me that not only is Piglet a hidden pearl, but so is my son.
Picking up Piglet, I asked, “Why were you looking for him?”
“I don’t know,” he said, “my room just isn’t my room without him.”
His answer unearthed a hidden truth that value is determined in the eye of the beholder because the beholder is the one who is willing to pay the price. Piglet may not look worthy of value, but that does not diminish his worth in the eyes of my son. He loves Piglet. The plushy has been a silent witness to every failure, every success, and every mundane event in my child’s life. He’s soaked up tears and taken part in celebrations. He’s even had the power to change family vacations into search and rescue parties. Piglet is a memoir of my son’s memories, and because of that he is priceless.
I held Piglet in my arms. “I would argue that you see value in Piglet that others might not see.”
My son’s arched brows and quick inhale let me know I had his attention. As a mom, I love my son, but I know he is only on loan to me. He is first and foremost a child of God. Life has a way of making us feel ugly and unlovable, but I need him to know that regardless of how he feels his life has value. A value that is priceless because someone already paid the unthinkable for him.
Romans 5:8 BSB: “But God proves His love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”
Holding Piglet in my hands, I asked, “If we donated Piglet to a thrift store would they sell him or throw him away?” His chuckle told me he knew the answer so I continued, “but you would never throw him away because you love him.”
Placing Piglet in my son’s hand, I held him there. “Just like you came looking for Piglet, Jesus went looking for you. He loves you and sees value in you even when you don’t feel lovable or see value in yourself.”
Through His sacrifice on the cross, Jesus poured out His blood for us. That blood is the receipt that bears witness to our cost.
Romans 6:23b BSB: “but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
This cost not only renders us priceless, but it broke the curse of death and redeemed us from a life of sin. For those who accept His gift, He shouts our names upon the winds of eternity.
Pushing my son’s bangs out of his eyes, I rest my fingers under his chin. “My beautiful boy, do you know what Jesus sees when He looks at you?” I lift his gaze so that he locks eyes with mine, “Jesus sees His Piglet and to Him you are worth the price He paid.”
Spring M. Fricks is a writer, speaker, teacher and content creator for Shield 33 Ministries, a ministry founded to disciple and equip believers to grow in an intimate relationship with Jesus. She lives in NW Georgia.
Dalton Heating and Air
It all began in 1991 with one man and an old, rusty van. There was no money and no formal education. Yet with a desire to provide for his family and a strong work ethic that refused to quit, he kept a heart filled with motivation to make something of himself. Kim Morgan, the founder of Dalton Heating and Air, is living proof that in the greatest country on earth, if you are willing to be persistent, work hard, and make good decisions, then you can accomplish amazing things. The only limitations that you have are those you put on yourself.
We often hear: “Curse not the day of small beginnings” (paraphrase of Zechariah 4:10).
That small beginning was over three decades ago, and now, 34 years later, Dalton Heating and Air helps provide for the families of 26 employees. This company thrives because of its commitment to the three C’s: coworkers, customers, and community.
A company is only as good as its employees. Dalton Heating and Air believes in hiring only the best to go out and represent its core values in people's homes and businesses while being an expert in the field of HVAC. The ability to employ the top tier professionals is due to a rigorous hiring process, high standards, continued training, and industry-leading pay. Coworkers are not just employees; they become a part of a family.
Isaiah Morgan explains: “Our goal is to retain the best HVAC employees in the area by treating them well and paying them great until eventually they become family.”
The success of any business is directly due to its customers. The reputation of Dalton Heating and Air makes it clear that customer satisfaction is the highest priority. There’s no attempt to sell someone something they don’t need or pressure anyone with fear tactics into making a decision that has the business’s best interest in mind, and not the customer.
If a community thrives, then so do the businesses in that community. Dalton Heating and Air is proud to be a local business and support its community. For the past 11 years, they have given multiple new heating and cooling systems away at Christmas time to families going through financial struggles. These gifts are one of the ways Dalton Heating and Air says “thank you” to the community for making the company successful. Although Christmas 2026 is months away, keep this offer in mind. If you know a family in need who could use a new heating and air system, feel free to contact Dalton Heating and Air to nominate them.
This family-owned, locally grown business is proof that if a person is willing to work hard, stay consistent, and treat people well, there’s no limit to what you can accomplish. Today, three generations of the Morgan
family are involved in the business as well as other employees who have become like family. The reality to success in business and in life is simple and Jesus articulated it perfectly: “Treat others the way you want to be treated” (paraphrase of Matthew 7:12).
Founder, Kim Morgan, explains: “We believe that honesty and integrity is the only way to operate a successful business for the long-term. Our reputation is most important to us. The bottom line is to treat people the way you want to be treated.”
As this business has grown, the service area has grown too. Isaiah Morgan shares: “We are expanding. Our service area has broadened to the Chattanooga area as well. We want to continue to grow while keeping our smalltown, personal service. We are extremely thankful for our community which is the reason for our success.”
Family, Faith, and the Father’s Business Gò0 dNews for Seniors
by Tammy Madden
Recently, my mind took me to a simpler time back in the 1980’s. We used to drink from a garden hose, and play outside all day long. We ran the neighborhood. My parents always knew we were safe.
I remember walking to school with my brothers and my big brother being 10 feet ahead of us because his legs were so long! When school was out, if we stopped by the park or the library or to see a friend, Mom didn't need to come looking for us. All the neighbors watched out for each other and 75% of them were relatives.
We didn't worry about "where" we were going to eat because that was never a question. We ate at home, every single day. The food was on the table. When we saw what Mom or Grandma had cooked, we ate it and we liked it. I remember getting oranges, apples, and candy canes in our stockings at Christmas. We thought we were rich!
I remember waking on Thanksgiving morning and smelling that turkey. I remember Dad and my Uncle Junior getting up early Thanksgiving morning to go hunting, while Mom and Grandma would cook all day. My favorite part was "helping" Mom make her banana pudding in that great big yellow bowl. We couldn't wait to have that after dinner!
I remember going every weekend to visit relatives, and Dad carrying me in the house late at night when we got home because I would pretend to be asleep. He just seemed
like the strongest man in the world to me back then, but in reality he probably was about 5' 6" and might have weighed 150 if he was lucky!
We didn't hear anyone talk about who voted for whom or what the government was doing. We just lived life to the fullest.
We had three TV channels. We got up to change them and we didn't complain. I remember you could only watch The Wizard of Oz once a year, and it was such a big deal when it came on. We would all have to get our bath so we could go to bed right after. We would all gather around the TV and take it in!
Where did these simpler times go?
I know it's the signs of the times, but oh how I wish my daughter could have been a part of these things. She doesn't know the meaning of stringing popcorn or making homemade puppets with a sandwich bag. I can try to recreate these memories for her, but that time will never return. It's a part of history now and we must move forward.
God has been so good to us. No matter what is thrown our way, He cares for us and He helps us hold onto precious memories. I sure miss Mom, Dad, and Grandma. One day, we will see them again.
Are y'all ready for that day? I believe the time is near. The signs are everywhere. Soon and very soon, He will split that eastern sky. Please, people, don't be left behind. Get on fire for God TODAY! Just ask Him today to come into your life and be your Lord and Savior. I don't know why God put this on my heart today, but I believe someone needed it. Someone is lukewarm and you need to get on fire for the Lord! Be about your Father's business. Listen to His still small voice and obey. I pray you have a blessed day and I'm sorry if I was rambling. I gave you what God gave me. Amen!
My name is Tammy Madden. I live in the beautiful foothills of North Georgia in Chatsworth. I am married to my amazing husband, Gene and we have a beautiful daughter named Megan.
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Wheels and Deals
by Garrett Nudd
One morning when I was a youngster, I was riding my blue BMX bicycle and my chain came off. I rolled it into the garage and told my mother about my misfortune. When she called my father, he suggested I wait until that evening, and we’d fix it together.
It was a great offer, but I was impatient. I grabbed a few tools from my father’s toolbox and began pulling apart the rear wheel that was connected to the chain. Before I knew it, bearings were rolling all over the floor, I was covered in grease, and I had made quite a mess!
When my father returned home from work that evening, he told me how disappointed he was that I hadn’t followed his instructions.
After he assessed the situation, he determined I had done so much damage that it was beyond repair. Rather than fixing my wheel at home, we had to take it to the local bike shop.
I loved visiting Scott’s Bicycle Shop in Cleveland, but not under these circumstances. We walked into the store with the wheel and all its components in a greasy plastic bag.
“Well, hello there, Garry and Garrett!” Mr. Scott Coulter welcomed us with his irresistibly charming Irish accent. “What do we have here?”
My father shared the story of how my chain came off, how he had asked me to wait until he returned from work, but I had been impatient. Mr Coulter asked for a week and he’d have it ready.
A week later, we returned to Scott’s Bicycle Shop. He gave us the repaired wheel and a bill for $15 plus tax.
Full of grace and compassion but also with the wisdom to make this a teachable moment, my parents told me that they’d help me out by paying half the cost, but I’d have to pay the rest. Now I know it doesn’t sound like a lot of money, but to an eight-year old in 1985, $7.50 was a fortune. Not to mention, at that point, I was living paycheck to paycheck, so the implications of my indiscretion would be long-lasting.
When we returned home, I gave my parents some of my allowance, erasing about half of my debt. Fortunately,
at the same time I was learning how to mow the lawn. So, I worked off the balance a dollar every time I mowed.
“I’ll help you fix it, but you’re going to take responsibility.” There’s a cost. That wasn’t just my parents’ approach, it’s God’s approach too. And that’s MORE THAN. That’s God’s approach to MORE THAN.
What’s the cost? Romans 6:23 says, “The wages of sin is death...”
Death, that sounds pretty severe! But keep reading because the rest of the verse is the payoff: “…but the gift of God is eternal life.” The cost is death, and it was paid by God through His Son, Jesus. And the gift is the MORE THAN.
Our sins—toward God and each other—are a lot bigger than bicycle chains. The apostle Paul wrote that we deserve death, but God decided to pay the price by sending His Son—the Gift of God.
How accessible does God’s gift feel to you? Does it feel close enough to reach out and touch it? Because it is.
In Romans 8:39, we read: “Neither height nor depth.... Can separate us from the love of God.”
And Psalm 103:12 tells us: “As far as the east is from the west, so far has He removed our transgressions.”
From top to bottom, left to right, that covers it. There you have it, God’s gift of MORE THAN.
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Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Cheesecake Bites
A perfect Valentine’s Day treat—bite-sized, creamy cheesecake coated in rich chocolate and topped with fresh strawberries!
Ingredients:
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• ¼ cup powdered sweetener (or sugar)
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup crushed graham crackers (or almond flour for keto)
• 6 oz dark chocolate, melted
• 6 fresh strawberries, sliced
Instructions:
1. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, sweetener, and vanilla until smooth.
2. Stir in crushed graham crackers until combined.
3. Roll into small balls and place on a lined tray. Freeze for 30 minutes.
4. Dip each cheesecake bite into melted chocolate, then top with a strawberry slice.
5. Chill until set, then enjoy!
Little Brown Bird
by Hayden Lanier
Rocking back and forth in the white chair on my front porch, I spot a little brown bird trotting along in the green grass without a care or a worry in the whole wide world
He does not fear He does not fret
Anxiety is foreign to the little brown bird
Not a single concern weighs him down
He does not know where he will go or where his meal will be found
He simply hops along
in the green grass knowing it will be provided him
He flitters through the sky, sailing above the tops of the green trees, singing a delightful whistle as he ascends for all below to hear
This little brown bird knows nothing of the worldly worries that consume us The creature is joyful He is content For God cares even for this little brown bird
Hayden Lanier is a follower of Jesus, a graduate of Shorter University, and he works as an elementary school teacher.
North Georgia National Bank: A Tradition of Service, A Vision for the Future
More Than 26 Years of Putting People First
For more than twenty-six years, North Georgia National Bank has built its reputation on a simple but powerful promise: to serve customers with genuine care, consistent service, and trusted financial guidance. Since opening its doors in 1999 as a hometown institution, NGNB has grown into a full-service, community-focused bank with three convenient offices—its main office in Calhoun, a second location on Red Bud Road, and its newest addition in Dalton, which opened three years ago. While the bank continues to evolve, one thing remains constant: its unwavering commitment to putting people first.
A Culture Rooted in Exceptional Service
At North Georgia National Bank, customer service isn’t just a department—it’s a culture rooted in respect, personal attention, and a desire to truly know the people the bank serves. Every employee, whether greeting customers at the front desk or ensuring accuracy behind the scenes in operations, plays an essential role in delivering the exceptional experiences NGNB is known for. From efficient loan processing to friendly service at the teller window, the team takes pride in learning customers’ names, understanding their needs, and building long-term relationships founded on trust.
Investing in the Community
The bank’s deep commitment to service extends far beyond financial products. North Georgia National Bank believes in actively investing in the communities it serves, supporting local schools, nonprofit organizations, civic events, and charitable initiatives throughout the region. NGNB employees can often be found volunteering their time, championing teacher programs, participating in community fundraisers, and showing up wherever a helping hand is needed. This spirit of involvement isn’t an obligation—it’s an authentic expression of the bank’s values and its belief that strong communities create strong futures.
Spotlight on Leadership: Lesa Downey, President & CEO
Guiding this mission with clarity and heart is Lesa Downey, a respected banking professional with more than 40 years of experience. Lesa leads with a steady, thoughtful approach that balances innovation with relationship-driven
service. She believes that a bank’s strength lies in its people—the employees who greet customers with warmth, process transactions with accuracy, and make decisions with integrity. Under her leadership, NGNB has embraced modern banking technologies and expanded its services while maintaining the personal connection that customers value most.
Lesa’s leadership style is widely described as approachable, collaborative, and anchored by a deep respect for the communities the bank serves. She is known for listening closely, seeking diverse perspectives, and fostering an environment where employees feel supported and empowered. Her belief in doing what is right for customers and employees alike has shaped the bank’s culture in meaningful ways, influencing how NGNB shows up each day for the people of North Georgia.
Future Growth Through Millennium
Earlier this year, North Georgia National Bank announced its merger with Millennium Bank, a transition expected to be complete in the second quarter of 2026. This new partnership will expand services and resources for customers while preserving the familiar faces and community-focused mission that have defined NGNB for more than two decades.
Looking Ahead With Purpose
As North Georgia National Bank looks toward the future, one thing is clear: its commitment to people—customers, employees, and the community—will continue to guide every step. With strong leadership, dedicated employees, and a mission rooted in service, the bank remains focused on helping North Georgia grow, thrive, and feel right at home.
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Two Simple Ways to Improve Your Mental Health
by Steve Knapp
In my lifetime as a millennial, I have noticed a significant increase in our culture’s interest in mental health. I cannot remember hearing the phrase “mental health” until I was in college and even then I was completely unaware whether my university had any mental health resources available. I contrast this with my past employment at a university counseling center where the demand for students seeking counseling annually increased. Mental health was a regular part of conversations for the average student. Mental health was a prominent part of the conversation during the COVID-19 pandemic, including how access to mental health counselors has significantly increased since that time.
With this increase, so have proposed solutions: counseling/ therapy, medication, diet, improving gut health, meditation, positive thinking, spiritual practices. While I believe each of these areas could be helpful in their own way, I want to highlight two ways to improve mental health that we often undervalue even if we know they are both helpful: exercise and being outdoors. Each has been demonstrated to generally improve our mental health, yet they do not have to cost money nor require any advanced skill to mentally benefit from them. These activities appear to be woven into the design of how God created us, so we will benefit in some way when we lean into them. (To be clear, please reach out for professional assistance if you are having concerns about your own safety, are in the midst of a psychological crisis, and/or experiencing difficulty functioning).
In our Western culture, we often have this implied separation between the brain and the body. The brain is a physical organ and the relationship between the body and the brain are intertwined. One outworking of this is how our brain needs regular exercise to function optimally. In an article from the National Institute of Health, we read “exercise improves mental health by reducing anxiety, depression, and negative mood and by improving self-esteem and cognitive function.” And it does not require much exercise to receive these benefits: a moderate amount of exercise (such as a brisk walk) for as little as 30 minutes and three times a week can produce these psychological benefits. It also does not seem to matter what kind
of exercise, as any kind of aerobic exercise that increases the heart rate appears sufficient. Personally, I notice the difference in my stress levels and mood when I am regularly exercising compared to when I am not, which makes it the first place I generally start when I try to improve my mental health.
I am someone who enjoys being indoors, and the positive impact of being outdoors is undeniable for anyone. Sunlight is associated with improved mood due to its role with serotonin (which helps regulate our mood) and alleviates stress due to the releasing endorphins. A Stanford study showed that being in more natural environments promotes better mood outcomes compared to urban environments. Even during winter with less sunlight and colder weather, the colder weather can also boost our mood through the production of norepinephrine, which is important for mood regulation. Finally, the use of light therapy lamps has been shown to help supplement natural sunlight when it proves challenging to get outdoors.
As previously mentioned, do not delay seeking help if you are having concerns about your own safety, are in the midst of a psychological crisis, and/or experiencing difficulty functioning. But otherwise, a good place to start to improve your mental health is simply opening up your front door, going outside, and moving your body.
Steve Knapp is a licensed professional counselor and the manager and therapist at Resilient Therapy, LLC in Cleveland, TN. Through his work as a therapist, he seeks to help transform stories of suffering into narratives of hope, healing, and growth. He is married to Kellie, and they have a five-year-old daughter named Eliana.
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He’s Just Getting Started! (Luke 5:1-11)
At the end of human effort, God is just getting started!
by Dr. Rob Debelak
The banks of Lake Galilee were teeming with activity. It was early, but a crowd was already forming on the shoreline; Jesus had caught their attention, and they were ready for His teaching (Luke 5:1). The assembly seemed oblivious to the business matters around them.
Crews of fishermen are also on shore but preoccupied with their nets (v 2) – not with fish (v 5). The scene is a subtle mix of priorities and concerns as the night gives way to a new day (v 5) – a day filled with new potential as Jesus engages an eager audience and exhausted laborers.
Tell-tale signals of finality initiate the setting where a trio of fishermen are forever changed. They had worked all night, catching nothing (v 5). They are spent, like their vacant vessels and unfilled nets (v 2). They do not comment on Jesus successfully netting an abundant number of listeners—so many that this setting by the sea did not have enough room.
Appropriating one of Peter's unused boats (v 3), the Master seats Himself. Putting out just offshore, He continues teaching (v 3). Peter is concluding a long night of fruitless labor; Jesus is just beginning His day's work, and the multitude is evidence that He is off to a good start! When finishing His message to the crowd, He initiates a private lesson, calling Peter to head for open water (v 4). There is something to do, and Jesus invites a tired mariner to participate.
“Master, we have toiled all the night, and have taken nothing...” Peter's response to Jesus emphasizes his depletion. The time he invested has produced nothing (v 5). Diligently applying his craft only resulted in empty nets (v 5). The futility in the experienced angler's remarks betrayed his perception that burning more calories was a worthless expenditure of energy and a waste of time. Though the very human Peter is at the end of himself (v 5), Jesus is just getting started.
He skeptically obeys Jesus’ request (v 5) and sails toward the deep water. Only hours before, he caught
nothing. Now, miraculously, Peter caught so many fish that the nets began to break (v 6)! Signaling for help, co-workers fill two boats beyond capacity, each nearly capsizing before reaching shore (v 7). In response, Peter falls to his knees in repentance (v 8). His confession and testimony equally expressed the amazement and humility of two other fishermen, James and John (vv 8-10).
Teaching a large assembly the shore could not contain was mirrored by a catch of fish the nets could not hold. Peter's petition for additional fishing partners to help haul in the catch finds parallel in Jesus’ call for Peter to join Him in ministry. Jesus had set the example for three mariners and called them to follow Him. Reassuring Peter of his value and calling to reach people, he and his two fishing partners— tired from a long night of empty labor – were renewed. They maneuvered overloaded vessels to shore, pulled the heavy boats with their abundant catch on land, and, at the end of themselves, found a fresh beginning in the Master's service. When we find ourselves overwhelmed with burdens, pressures, and responsibilities, it’s encouraging to recall that at the end of ourselves...He is just getting started!
The point for personal tutoring dawns (vv 10b-11).
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Solo confía
por Kody Fox
Entre los muchos milagros que Jesús realizó durante su estancia en la tierra, se encuentra la historia de Jairo y su hija a punto de morir en el capítulo 5 de Marcos. Jairo era un líder de la sinagoga y formaba parte de una facción religiosa que despreciaba lo que hacía Jesús. De hecho, si se le ocurría acercarse a Jesús con una petición semejante, lo más probable era que perdiera su cargo. Pero Jairo estaba desesperado. Su hija se estaba muriendo y él había oído que Jesús hacía milagros.
recibieron la noticia de que la hija de Jairo había muerto. Jairo debió de haberse sentido tan desolado en ese momento al enterarse de su terrible pérdida. La noticia que recibió confirmó su sentir en ese momento: que habían llegado demasiado tarde. No había nada que hacer.
Pero Jesús tenía palabras distintas para él, así como las tiene hoy para todos nosotros: "No tengas miedo, solo confía". No importa la situación por la que estés pasando en este momento, ya sea enfermedad, problemas matrimoniales o económicos. Cuando nos despojamos del miedo que el enemigo trata de usar para mantenernos paralizados y "solo confiamos", podemos descansar confiados en que Jesús está obrando para nuestro bien.
Así que Jairo fue a buscarlo para pedirle que le impusiera las manos y así salvar a su hija. Tal vez hayas experimentado lo mismo en tu propia vida, y hayas acudido a Jesús desesperado porque tú o un ser querido necesitaban un milagro. Mientras Jesús iba con Jairo a ver a su hija, le detuvo abruptamente en el camino una mujer con flujo de sangre. Ella tocó el borde de su manto y quedó curada, un milagro que la mayoría de nosotros conocemos. Pero, ¿te has puesto alguna vez en el lugar de Jairo? Él veía cómo Jesús interactuaba con esta mujer mientras su hija agonizaba. Me lo imagino pensando: "¡Vamos, Jesús! ¡No hay tiempo que perder!". Esta mujer estaba enferma, pero su hija estaba al borde de la muerte. ¿Qué era más urgente? La Biblia dice que Jesús aún no había terminado de hablar cuando
La Escritura dice que Jesús llegó a la casa de Jairo y ahí encontró literalmente un funeral, en donde familiares y amigos lloraban la pérdida de su hija. Pero el funeral no duró mucho tiempo. Jesús lo convirtió en una celebración. Jairo descubrió, en ese momento, que no importaban las palabras de los demás acerca de su situación o la de su hija, lo único que importaba eran las palabras de Jesús. Por lo tanto, no importa a qué te enfrentes hoy, recuerda que las palabras de Jesús hacia Jairo son las mismas que te dice a ti. No dejes que el miedo se apodere de ti; cree que ese Jesús que tocaba vidas hace 2 mil años, sigue haciéndolo hoy en día.
En Romanos 8, el apóstol Pablo nos dice: "en todo esto somos más que vencedores por medio de aquel que nos amó. Pues estoy convencido de que ni la muerte ni la vida, ni los ángeles ni los demonios, ni lo presente ni lo por venir, ni los poderes, ni lo alto ni lo profundo, ni cosa alguna en toda la creación podrá apartarnos del amor que Dios nos ha manifestado en Cristo Jesús nuestro Señor". Él está acostumbrado a devolverles la vida a las cosas muertas, así que "no temas, solo confía", aunque el diablo te diga que es tiempo de un funeral.
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Dalton Church Directory
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
Hopewell Baptist Church Cohutta 810 Baldwin Rd, 30710
706-280-8286
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 Saints
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
Refuge Christian Fellowship 4040 South Dixie Highway, 30721 762-268-1684
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
Nazarene
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
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
Refuge Christian Fellowship
4040 S. Dixie Hwy, 30721
706-280-1233
Relentless Worship Center 210 Robinwood Dr, 30721
706-313-1129
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
Chatsworth Church Directory
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
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
Non-Denominational
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
John Norman, MD
Specializing In:
Arthroscopic Surgery; Joint Replacements of the Knee and Hip; Surgical & Nonsurgical Treatment of General Orthopedic Conditions, Sports Related Injuries & Pediatric Injuries
Jim Lashley, MD
Fellowship Trained in Orthopedic
Spine Surgery
Specializing In:
Surgical & Nonsurgical Treatment of Injuries to the Back, Neck & Spine; Surgical & Nonsurgical Treatment of General Orthopedic Conditions & Sports Related Injuries
Mitch Frix, MD
Fellowship Trained in Sports Medicine & Arthroscopic Surgery
Specializing In:
Arthroscopic Surgery;
Joint Replacements of the Shoulder & Knee; Surgical & Nonsurgical Treatment of Sports Related Injuries
Nick Reed, MD
Fellowship Trained in Sports Medicine & Arthroscopic Surgery
Specializing In:
Arthroscopic Surgery of the Hip, Knee, & Shoulder
Joint Replacements of the Shoulder
Surgical & Nonsurgical Treatment of Sports Related Injuries
Mike Wilson, MD
Specializing In:
Arthroscopic Surgery;
Joint Replacements of the Knee and Hip; Surgical & Nonsurgical Treatment of General Orthopedic Conditions & Sports Related Injuries
D.J. Goss, DO
Fellowship Trained in Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgery
Specializing In:
Arthroscopic Surgery of the Foot & Ankle; Joint Replacements of the Foot & Ankle; Surgical & Nonsurgical Treatment of Sports Related Injuries of the Foot & Ankle
