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his month’s issue is a harvest of articles about thankfulness, gratitude, contentment, frustration, blessings of preschoolers, keeping finances separate, depression, and eating pecan pie. My addition to the mix is an experience I had years ago in overcoming fear. Years ago I learned that one of the greatest roadblocks to courage is fear. Along with fear comes a kind of paralysis that makes us think we have to wait until the fear is gone before we do whatever we need to do. This was demonstrated in an experience I had in Omaha, Nebraska, when my son was stationed at Offutt Air Force Base. The lights in the cockpit flashed. The pilot—calm, cool and collected— read instruments, adjusted gadgets, preparing for takeoff. Strapping into the copilot’s seat, I wondered, Is this really happening? Am I the copilot? Am I courageous enough to fly this plane? The goose bumps assured me I was not dreaming. Flying this gigantic computer with wings registered exceptionally high on the experience-of-a-lifetime scale. “Now, I’m going to lead you through the takeoff, step-by-step,” the young, confident pilot instructed. “But you are going to bring us in for the landing all by yourself,” he continued, showing me the sensitive steering mechanism. Me? Land this plane? With my colorful history of minor car accidents? “Okay, if you won’t let me make any mistakes,” I muttered. The engines revved up and off we zoomed down the runway, cruising about 200 miles per hour . . . or so it seemed. Actually, this flight took place in a simulator at Offutt Air Force Base when my son was stationed there. I could not believe the realism. Every sensation—sight, sound, movement (and fear) was just like sitting in the cockpit of a modified 757. My big question was, “Can I crash this plane?” “Of course, but I’m not going to let you crash. I will correct any errors you make, so just sit back and relax.” Relax? I was not capable of relaxing, but I learned two important lessons during my flight that are applicable to life’s situations: To stay on course, I must listen intently to my “Pilot”; stay focused on the flight plan (God’s Word), which leads me straight to the heart of God. There I can trade my craving for understanding for a big dose of courage and a willingness to trust His wisdom. Disclaimer All of the content in the GoodNews Christian Magazine is for general information and/or use. Such contents does not constitute advice and should not be relied upon in making (or refraining from making) a decision. Any specific advice or replies to queries in any part of the magazine is the personal opinion of such experts/consultants/persons and is not subscribed to by GoodNews Christian Magazine. The information in GoodNews Christian Magazine is provided on an “AS IS” basis, and all warranties, expressed or implied of any kind, regarding any matter pertaining to any information, advice or replies are disclaimed and excluded. We reserve the right to refuse any advertisement or article we deem inappropriate.
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About Us GoodNews from the Pastor’s Desk Blessed with Diversity by Reverend Karyn Bogert GoodNews for Kids Wandering with Jesus by Nick Poole GoodNews on Money Matters Together but Separate—A Recipe for Dysfunction by Andrew Lee GoodNews for Men This Thanksgiving, Let’s Invite Contentment Over by Rob England GoodNews for Women Care, Love, and Hope by Jennifer Govea GoodNews for Everyone Go Ahead and Quit! by Alicia Klepper GoodNews for Parents Get Off of the Merry-Go-Round by Jay Poag GoodNews for Health & Fitness The Basic Tool for Success in Fitness . . . and Life! by Thomas Morrison GoodNews for Teens The Long Race by Derek Welborn GoodNews for Seniors Senior Depression by Shell Underwood GoodNews for Everyone Who’s Got the Time? by Josh Tatum GoodNews for Couples Being Unified—Jesus at the Center by Mindy White GoodNews for Everyone November is National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month and National Caregiver Month. GoodNews for Everyone Kirk’s Cycle by Jacob Saylor GoodNews for Everyone I Just Keep Forgetting by Chris Shiflett
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Blessed with Diversity by Karyn Bogert
ne of my favorite childhood songs has a special place in my heart. This simple song informed and encouraged my understanding of how we are to treat others in light of our identity in Christ. You might remember this children’s song as well. Won’t you sing it with me? “Jesus loves the little children, All the children of the world. Red and yellow, black and white, They’re all precious in His sight, Jesus loves the little children of the world.” There is so much wisdom in those words, because many of us struggle to feel comfortable with much less love—people who are culturally and ethnically different from us. However, that is exactly what Christ compels us to do. Our lifelong journey with God often asks us to get out of our comfort zone and do things that we could never do alone. Learning to love one another in spite of our differences teaches us to love our enemies. However, if we can’t love a fellow believer, even one who thinks differently and disagrees with us, then how in the world are we going to go that extra step and love an enemy? Today, thanks to an explosion of information available on the World Wide Web, Christians are being
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challenged by the diversity of other cultures, other faiths, and other beliefs. I find this challenge of diversity a welcomed opportunity for us to examine our faith and find fresh ways to experience God’s presence in our lives. While the essentials (that is, Christ’s message) will never change, the nonessentials (the ways we experience God) will grow as we journey in faith together. No two individuals are completely the same. Even identical twins don’t share the same thoughts and beliefs all of the time. Our uniqueness is a blessing from our Creator. Why then, do we want others to be just like us? How boring would that be? Perhaps we have forgotten that we were created in God’s image, and not the other way around. Jesus spent time with all kinds of people. He invited people from many different backgrounds to be His followers. Jesus welcomed those who were considered unclean, unworthy, and unlovable to be children of God. Can we do any less? The next time you find yourself silently judging someone for being different than you, remember . . . Jesus loves every person, every person in the world. Red and yellow, black and white, all are precious in His sight. Jesus loves every person in the world.
Reverend Karyn Bogert is an ordained minister, a wife to a compassionate nurse, Neal, and has been blessed to serve as pastor of First Christian Church of Cleveland for eight years.
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Wandering with Jesus
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A Story of Thanksgiving Based on Luke 17:11-19 by Nick Poole
arents and children, let’s go on
bad may happen to them. In a panic,
down to your level, looking you in the
an adventure and explore God’s
you jump down from the tree and rush
eye, he whispers, “I can go home to my
Word a little differently than
to the forbidden village. With the wind
family, my friends, my own home. I
before by using our imagination to see a
rustling through your hair, dust rising
haven’t seen them in a very long time.
world long since passed.
up from behind you, you run with your
Jesus Christ healed me and my friends
heart racing.
of a terrible disease, and now we can go
Close your eyes. Small rocks and warm dirt press against your feet, sun
You arrive at the edge of the village.
home! He loves us, and gave us our lives
shining overhead as you and your
Someone is coming; you must hide now!
back.” Can you imagine meeting Jesus
friends play around one of the trees
After sneaking around the edge of the
and looking into His eyes after being
outside your village. You are quite the
village, you see two small groups of
given the ability to return home?
climber. Placing one foot in front of
men. One group is running back toward
the other, one hand on a branch above
Jerusalem, jumping and shouting, not
come together with our families, let us
the other, you made it to the top of the
looking back to the village. They seem
remember the One who provides for
tree and are overlooking the valley. To
so happy! Looking back into the village,
us, gives us more than we understand,
your left, you see the farmer working
there was one man kneeling, crying at
and continues to love us regardless of
in his field under the hot sun. To your
the feet of one man. In the other group,
what we go through. Jesus cares about
right, you see a small village where your
a man is thanking him and kissing His
us, our lives, how we do in school, our
parents have told you repeatedly to stay
feet! Tears are falling down his face as he
families, and so much more! Jesus loved
away from—the forbidden village.
looks up into the other man’s eyes—His
us so much that He lived a perfect life on
All of sudden, you see a small
kind, loving eyes. With one last hug, the
earth, proved how much He cared about
group of men off in the distance heading
dusty, tear-stained man starts walking
our everyday lives through His actions,
in your direction. They stop at the small
in your direction and observes you
and then conquered death so we could
village first, but they are not allowed in
hiding. He smiles gently and notices the
live with Him forever. In this season of
that village! No one is permitted expect
confused look on your face. Bending
Thanksgiving, let us remember to give
As we approach Thanksgiving and
for those who live there! Oh no! If they
thanks to the One who gave everything
are caught in that village, something
for us.
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Nick Poole is the children's pastor at The Church at Grace Point in Cleveland. He has a bachelor’s degree in Youth Ministry, and is currently working toward his masters in youth and family ministry at Lee University.
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Gò0dNews on Money Matters Together but Separate—A Recipe for Dysfunction The pros and cons of separate accounts versus joint accounts in marriage.
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by Andrew Lee ne of the most quotable
Married couples who have separate
If both spouses have careers and
lines from John Milton’s
accounts tell me that having separate
paychecks, then budgeting, saving,
1667 epic poem Paradise
accounts ensure that each partner knows
and spending jointly on shared goals
Lost is the phrase, “Confusion worse
precisely how much is in his or her
is a quicker and more powerful
confounded.” This might be an
account at all times, without having to
approach to meeting financial goals
apt description for many married
check with a spouse daily or weekly
as a couple. Most importantly, a joint
couples who try to keep their finances
in order to update debits, checks, or
account practically guarantees that a
separated.
deposits from a joint account. These
couple is in constant communication
couples also say they have established
about finances. After all, when one
challenge of getting a spouse to agree
an equitable system for bill paying,
spouse writes a check, swipes a debit,
to set a household budget and to
usually meaning that each spouse will
or withdraws money from the ATM,
work together toward achieving their
pay certain bills or a certain percentage
the other spouse is bound to find
financial goals of paying down debt
of the monthly bills from his or her
out, assuming both spouses regularly
and saving more money. This person
checking account. Often, I am told how
check the monthly bank statements
explained how they kept separate
preferable it is to keep separate accounts
(whether in paper form or online).
bank accounts for both checking and
so that “I don’t have to check with
Couples that communicate and agree
savings. When bills were due, they
anybody or ask permission if I want
about saving, spending, and giving
allocated who would pay what bills
to buy something.” True enough, but
their money tend to have a more
out of his or her own individual
this attitude, in my opinion, may end
fulfilling marriage overall.
checking account. Many couples insist
up creating many more financial and
that this method works for them, but
marital problems than it claims to solve.
recommended even if only one spouse
I am curious to know how they are
Separate accounts encourage
works outside the home, because both
Recently, someone described the
Finally, joint accounts are
defining the phrase, “works for them.”
secrecy in marriage, with neither
spouses have open communication
I suspect this means that bills get paid
spouse knowing what the other is
about financial matters and feel like
on time, but at what emotional and
spending. Maybe the bills do get paid
equal partners in the marriage. A
psychological cost to the marriage?
on time using this system, but if one
stay-at-home spouse should never be
Let’s look at the pros and cons of
is determined to live life like a single
made to feel like a second-class citizen
separate accounts versus joint accounts in marriage.
person, then why get married
or like a subordinate to the working
in the first place? The
spouse. Communication is the key, and
power of two working
shared financial accounts help to foster
together is stronger
this communication. Many failing
than the power of one,
marriages began their decline like
and that is certainly
that famous line from the classic film
true of finances.
Cool Hand Luke: “What we have here is failure to communicate.”
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Dr. Andrew Lee is professor of English at Lee University. He also serves as a coordinator for Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University. He and his wife Esmerelda have three children.
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Gò0dNews for Men This Thanksgiving, Let’s Invite Contentment Over by Rob England Now godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out. And having food and clothing, with these we shall be content. —1 Timothy 6:6-8 (NKJV)
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’m writing this from a position of active learning, rather than from a position of expertise. A principle that I’m still learning is contentment. This is a good time, as we approach the Thanksgiving season, to ponder not just our level of thankfulness, but also contentment. Not long ago I asked a friend, who is living in the U.S. after spending years overseas in the mission field, which location and way of life she preferred most. She said that God provides the contentment and peace needed for each place that she finds herself. Her answer might have you wondering if, as Christians, we are all called to strive for this level of contentment. I believe we are. Paul had a thing or two to say about contentment in the Bible. He’s a great example of someone who knew what it meant to be content, even in the worst of circumstances (including his time in jail). Paul shares his experience with contentment in Philippians 4:11-13, where he says: “Not that I speak in regard to need, for I have learned in whatever state I am, to be content: I know how to be abased, and I know how to abound. Everywhere and in all things I have learned both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to suffer need. I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Paul had learned to be content . . . no matter what. And the key to doing so is shared in verse 13: It’s through Christ’s strength. Contentment is not necessarily having the things we want or being in the situation we’ve always desired. Contentment can, and should, be found wherever we are. Whatever circumstances we are currently
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in, there is room for contentment. Contentment is not circumstance-dependent. It’s Godly-attitude-dependent and it requires the following: 1. The realization of who we are, compared to who He is. 2. The understanding that we deserve nothing (except hell) yet, despite this, He gave everything. He gave us physical life, all of the countless blessings we each have, and, most importantly, He’s provided for us eternal life, love, friendship, and fellowship with Him, all made possible through the giving of His only Son as a perfect sacrifice for our sins. 3. Faith that God knows fully well what our current situation is, what our needs are, and how much we can handle (in His strength). It requires the acknowledgment that He’s “got this.” Let your conduct be without covetousness; be content with such things as you have. For He Himself has said, “I will never leave you nor forsake you”(Heb. 13:5 NKJV). This Thanksgiving, let’s put some thought into our current state of contentment, as well as thankfulness. The two go hand in hand, with each leading to the other. By actively being thankful for what God has blessed us with, we can be more content. And, conversely, by being content in Him, we can be more thankful.
Rob England is a resident of Cleveland and works as a senior technical support rep at Thomson Reuters. He volunteers with the Civil Air Patrol and is a member of First Baptist Cleveland. You can contact him at englandr1@yahoo.com or at Facebook.com/RobEngland.
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Care, Love, and Hope Babies are a gift from God that should be celebrated.
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by Jennifer Govea
n September 29, I had the privilege of attending the Women’s Enrichment Center’s (WEC) annual banquet. It was decorated beautifully, the food was plentiful and delicious, the WEC staff and volunteers were friendly, and the keynote speaker, Matt Evans, inspired and challenged the audience to do more and go further for women in the community. Forty-three percent of American women will have an abortion in their lifetime. Why such a high number? Matt shared that “We live in a post Roe vs. Wade society that sees abortion as a very viable option and knows no other option.” The Women’s Enrichment Center on Gordon Street in downtown Dalton is that other option! The center exists to support women in need during and after pregnancy and helps to bring healing and wholeness to lives traumatized by abortion. Focus on the Family, an organization with a mission to help strengthen the family, makes this statement: “Counseling and ultrasound results in more than 60 percent more deliveries.” Since the WEC does not receive any government funding, Paul Zoch, resident Knights of Columbus chairman of the board, donated the first ultrasound machine in the country to the WEC, which has saved many lives! In addition to ultrasounds, the WEC provides pregnancy testing, parenting classes, and baby items and clothing to mothers in need. There is also post-abortion and miscarriage support—plus classes for men. At the banquet, Matt told the audience, “There is a collective sense of responsibility for planned or wanted children, including a celebration, announcements,
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baby showers, gifts, and baby dedications.” Women who are going through an unplanned or unwanted pregnancy oftentimes do not receive that collective sense of responsibility from family, friends, and the community, which is devastating. Whether a pregnancy was planned or not, babies are a gift from God that should be celebrated. When women receive love and encouragement, there is a higher likelihood that they will carry the baby full term and give birth. All of the services that the WEC provides to its clients are free, so they depend upon contributions from people in the community to continue helping more families. The banquet served as a successful fundraiser; however, they always need more donations. While there, a beautiful quilt was given for a raffle of $5 per ticket. The winner will be drawn on November 16, so you still have time to enter! Call 706.278.1050 to purchase your tickets. Calendars for 2016 are also available for $20. Each month of the calendar features a baby whose life was saved because of the WEC. The WEC is always looking for volunteers; they can put whatever gifts and skills you have to good use! Whether it is typing, driving, translating, praying, counseling, or organizing a drive for baby items, your help is greatly needed. If you have any baby items in good condition that you no longer need, please consider donating them to the center. Items needed may be found at www.wecdalton.org under the “Wish List” tab. Together, as a community, we can support women and families to provide them with care, love, and hope.
Jennifer Govea is a bilingual editor and former missionary in Latin America. She and her husband currently work at Rock Bridge Community Church and have a six-year-old son.
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Go Ahead and Quit! Parenting in obedience to God is really tough.
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arenting is tough stuff. Parenting in obedience to God is really tough stuff. God never promised it would easy, but He promises to be with you. On a particularly tough homeschooling day last week when the perfect storm of frustrated student met frustrated mom who was also the frustrated teacher, I sent my sweet unsuspecting husband this text: “I quit!” (I can be a bit dramatic when I let my emotions sit in the driver’s seat). In full transparency, it wasn’t the first text of the week like that.Parenting in obedience to God means bringing up your children in a God-centered, eternally minded environment that is guided by God and His ways. Parents who succeed declares that their children do not belong to the world, but are set apart, dedicated to the Lord for His good work and holy calling. This battle-stance provokes
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by Alicia Klepper the Enemy of the soul, and because Satan fights what he fears the most, there will be battles (Satan is nothing if not persistent). What is more threatening to the plan of the Enemy than a generation army being raised to be obedient to the Almighty God? One of the aspects of our parenting in obedience to God involves homeschooling. One of the facets of your parental obedience to God may include enforcing rules that make you the mean mom or dad, when requiring church attendance, participating in family Bible devotions, filtering harmful kinds of music, movies, games, serving in the church or community, or if you’re like us, all of the above! I know from personal experience, this is definitely not the easy way, but it is the best and most worthy way. So go ahead and buckle up, because when you roll out the map of parenting in obedience to God, you can schedule some challenges on your
journey: raging storms, violent seas, rocky roads, and the occasional desire to quit. I never quit on the mountain, on the victory lap, on the downhill, or relaxing in the shade. It’s always in the valley, in the middle of the race, on the uphill, facing the heat when I throw my hands up. I know I’m not alone. However, today I want to encourage you to go ahead and throw your hands up. Throw your hands up in surrender to Jesus Christ. Surrender your fears, worries, doubts, inabilities, inadequacies, frustrations, losses, mistakes— everything to God. While you’re at it, go ahead and quit. Quit trying to be in control. God is in control. Quit shaming yourself for your mistakes. The blood of Christ purifies you. Quit raising your children like they don’t first belong to God. They are His creation. Quit fighting like it’s your battle to win, and rest in the fact that the Lord has already won for you. Stand in His victory, for He fights for you, and He is with you. “But you will not even need to fight. Take your positions, and then stand still and watch the Lord’s victory. He is with you. “O people of Judah and Jerusalem. Do not be afraid or discouraged. Go out against them tomorrow, for the Lord is with you!” (2 Chron. 20:17 NLT).
Alicia Klepper and her husband Mark have been married for 13 years. Alicia homeschools their three children. The Kleppers are active members at Peerless Road Church of God of Prophecy.
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Hopewell Baptist Church 3527 Airport Rd, 30721 706-226-5987 Eleventh Avenue Baptist Church 2550 South Dalton Bypass, 30722 706-278-7020 Good Hope Baptist Church 2521 Lake Francis Rd, 30721 706-259-3719 Grove Level Baptist Church 2802 Cleveland Highway, 30721 706-259-8519 Kinsey Drive Baptist Church 2626 Kinsey Dr, 30720 706-277-3505 Whitfield Baptist Church 2134 Dug Gap Rd, 30721 706-278-6776 Harmony Baptist Church 187 Lower Dawnville Rd, 30721 706-226-5521 Eastbrook Baptist Church 204 Hill Rd, 30720 Maple Grove Baptist Church 347 Maple Grove Rd, 30720 706-259-3927 Northwest Georgia Baptist Church 222 North Pentz St, 30720 706-463-3490 Olivia Baptist Church 1817 Guy St, 30720 706-278-3507 Abundant Life Baptist Church 811 J and J, 30721 706-278-5289 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 Cove Baptist Fellowship Church 461 Carbondale Rd SW, 30721 706-277-3484 Dalton Second Baptist Church 502 West Tyler St, 30720 706-278-7422 Deep Spring Baptist Church 1449 Beaverdale Rd NE, 30721 706-259-3255 Eastside Baptist Church 913 East Morris St, 30721
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706-278-8553 First Baptist Church 802 Kenner St, 30721 706-226-9681 First Baptist Church of Dalton 311 North Thronton Ave, 30720 706-278-2911 Good Samaritan Baptist Church 3137 Cleveland Rd, 30721 706-259-7239 Gospelway Baptist Church 336 Jupiter Cir, 30721 706-278-1424 Harvest Baptist Church 3986 Cleveland Hwy, 30721 706-694-8951 Lakeshore Park Baptist Church 12 Crescent St, 30720 706-275-6050 Liberty Baptist Church 506 South Pentz St, 30720 706-226-5535 Liberty Baptist Church 4443 Tibbs Bridge Rd, 37021 706-226-4936 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 308 East Matilda, 30721 706-278-0335 New Hope Baptist Church 900 Roan St, 30721 706-226-2093 New Life Baptist Church 2620 Old Grade Rd, 30721 Poplar Springs Baptist Church 897 Poplar Springs Rd, 30720 706-259-8727 Salem Baptist Church 1448 Pleasant Grove Dr, 30721 706-259-7045 Shiloh Baptist Church 2014 East Waugh St, 30721 706-226-5981 Temple Baptist Church 2310 South Dixie Rd, 30720 706-226-6785 Unity Baptist Church 1008 Burleyson Rd, 30720 706-226-3026 Valley Baptist Church 2907 Old Rome, 30720 West View Baptist Church 104 Emma St, 30721 706-226-1219
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 214 West King St, 30720 706-278-8051 Highland Church of Christ 901 Chester Hill, 30721 706-226-4126 South Whitfield Church of Christ 118 Maurine Dr, 30720
Church of God
Cedar Valley Church of God 2744 Cleveland Highway, 30721 706-259-0016 Church of God of Union Assembly 2311 South Dixie Rd, 30720 706-275-0510 City View Church of God 1814 City View, 30720 706-226-6686 Crosspointe 2681 Underwood Street 30721 706-278-2649
Community
Rock Bridge Community Church 100 West Gordon St, 30720 Community Fellowship Church 409 North Fredrick St, 30721 706-278-3204
Episcopal
Saint Mark’s Episcopal Church 901 West Emory St, 30720 706-278-8857
Methodist
Bethel UMC 123 Bethel Church Rd, 30721 706-278-3309 Dalton First UMC 500 South Thornton Ave, 30720 706-278-8494 Dawnville UMC 1529 Spring Ln NE, 30721 706-259-5342 Five Springs UMC 2823 Five Springs Rd, 30720 706-277-3928 Mineral Springs UMC 4079 Airport Road, 30721 706-517-0200 New Haven UMC 4040 South Dixie Highway, 30721 706-217-1879 Pleasant Grove UMC 2701 Cleveland Highway, 30721 706-259-3141 Sugar Valley UMC
503 Murry Hill Dr, 30720 706-280-9112 Trinity UMC 901 Veterans Dr, 30721 706-278-4042 United Methodist Church 1700 Beverly Dr, 30720 706-278-3954 Varnell United Methodist 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
A New Beginning Full Gospel Church 2110 Antioch Rd, 30721 706-602-8998 Church on the Hill 1035 Abutment Rd, 30721 706-278-9208 River of Life Church of Dalton 2919 East Walnut Ave, 30721 706-965-6683 Cornerstone Family Church 1240 Dawnville Rd, 30721 706-259-8509 Good Neighbors Church 910 South Thornton Ave, 30720 706-226-0846 Gospel Light Tabernacle 804 Sheridan Ave, 30721 Saint James Overcoming Church 400 North Fredrick St, 30721 706-278-0319
Pentecostal
True Gospel Pentecostal Church 109 South Henderson St, 30721 706-278-5696
Presbyterian
ChristChurch Presbyterian 510 South Tibbs Rd, 30720 706-226-5437 First Presbyterian Church 1419 Chattanooga Ave, 30720 706.278-8161 Grace Presbyterian Church 2107 Threadmill Rd, 30720 706-226-6344
Seventh Day Adventist
3 Angels Hispanic Seventh Day Adventist Church 701 E Morris St, 30721 706-618-1182 Dalton Hispanic Seventh Day Adventist Church 112 W Long St, 30720 706-275-0523 Seventh Day Adventist Church 300 South Tibbs Rd, 30720 706-226-216
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A Comprehensive Fitness Facility by Wanda Griffith
radley Wellness Center (BWC) provides necessary
milestone in its storied history: a comprehensive fitness
health education, assessment, and diversity of
facility had been created half a block from the Medical
exercise programs to accommodate individuals
Center that included 54,000 square feet of space for
who are concerned about obtaining and maintaining a
wellness, health education, nutrition, and rehabilitation.
healthy lifestyle. BWC takes a comprehensive approach
Having gone through several renovations since the
to assessment, education, and fitness as the foundation
original build, there is now something for everyone
to the concept of personal responsibility for one's health.
in the 75, 000 square-foot structure: child care facility,
Health is not merely an absence of disease; it is the
youth fitness classes, more than seventy-five group
achievement of optimal well-being. The programs and
exercise classes each week free for all members. It also has
services provided by the BWC provide a systematic
cardiovascular equipment, strength-training equipment/
approach to improving health by assisting members in
free weights, and a wide range of specialty programs like
making positive decisions on a daily basis.
Arthritis Aquatics, Forever Fit for seniors, and customized
Background
fitness plans supervised by a personal trainer.
Bradley Wellness Center opened its doors in October
of 1986, the vision of Dr. Paul Bradley, who took the
The Staff
The staff at BWC is professional and well-educated;
idea to then CEO Norman Burkett. A few months later,
their trainers are nationally certified. They have a
Hamilton Healthcare System had realized another major
registered dietitian on staff who offers a free assessment
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and nutrition consultation when you join. If you are
Isabel Cruz, the new licensed massage therapist, will
interested in obtaining a life with good health, BWC is a
be doing FREE chair massages on days when her schedule
fantastic option.
will allow, so be sure to check the Bradley Wellness
“As a community-minded organization, BWC provides many options for people when it comes to
Facebook page for the latest timeslots. The 75-minute hot Yoga class is designed to step
finding what’s best for them,” states Michael Williams,
up the traditional Yoga experience. Hot Yoga poses are
manager. “We are positioned in the marketplace to
combined with an energizing flow to give participants a
provide an overall health experience, caring just as much
challenging and invigoration workout. The class focuses
about the individual’s cholesterol score as the size of his
on accurate alignment, core strength, concentration,
or her biceps. Our desire is for people to feel comfortable
mindfulness, and breath control to help the participants
exercising in the facility whether they are twelve or
move beyond the limitations of their body and mind. \
eighty-seven, whether they are competing in a fitness
One satisfied customer gave this review: “The
competition next week, or if today is the first time they
people are really nice and the instructors of the classes
ever walked into a gym.”
are energetic and fun. There is a pool, weight rooms,
Upgrades in Progress
basketball court, indoor track, various classes (cardio,
Today, BWC is in the middle of a large expansion and
renovation, which is 100 percent paid for by donations.
resistance training, aquatics, etc.), racquetball, and outdoor tennis courts.” In addition to all things fitness-related, additional
The two-story project includes a 11,700-square-feet
service lines on the grounds of BWC that support the
construction that will be added on the east side of the
community include Bradley Whiteside Rehabilitation,
building facing Broadrick Drive.“We make it a priority
Cardiac Rehabilitation, Hamilton Sports Medicine, and
to provide programs/activities for all ages and activity
Hamilton Spine and Sport. You can also try out the free
levels. We are confident that we have something
demo class in the new mind/body studio on Thursday,
for everyone at BWC!” remarks Mandy Hunter,
November 19 at 12 noon. Space is limited, so sign up soon.
programming/childcare coordinator. The main upgrades on the first floor will include a
The regular hours of BWC are as follows: Monday through Thursday 5 a.m. - 9 p.m.
new main lobby area, a dedicated space for Life Fit (ideal
Friday 5 a.m. - 8 p.m.
for high-intensity functional training), a biomechanics
Saturday 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
and sport enhancement area with new motion capture
Sunday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
technology and analysis capabilities, along with other
The best place to find more information about all the
sports performance enhancement technology. There will
activities is to check out their website: bradleywell.com.
also be a space for group personal training sessions,
There you will find a free guest pass to try out the gym
space for physical therapy (specifically spine therapy),
for a week. You can also find BWC on all the main social
and two massage rooms with the capacity to offer
platforms. Their Facebook page keeps the most up-to-date
couples’ massages.
information on what’s happening right now, as well as
The second floor includes a yoga-specific room that
last-minute schedule changes.
offers hot yoga and barre classes. Upstairs will be a new cycle room and a renovated cardiac rehabilitation area. Cardiac rehabilitation has been relocated to where it will have outside views and an improved patient and family experience with the new design and floor plan.
Programs and Services
The BWC hiking club is open to members and
nonmembers. Registration is required to participate. Call (706) 278-9355 to register for a hike or go to www. bradleywell.com/fallhikes2015.
Wanda is a writer, editor, and conference speaker who works from home. She posts devotions on her Web site: www.wandagriffith.com.
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Gò0dNews for Parents
Get Off of the Merry-Go-Round Develop a long-term training plan for success in sports! by Jay Poag
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e are in the middle of football season across
or explicitly. As more young athletes become professionals
this nation and the American family is all over
at a younger age, there is more pressure to grab a piece of
the place! As each year goes by, the busier we
the ‘professional pie’ or to obtain a college scholarship.”
get with private sports lessons, league play, practices for
A good friend of mine (and fellow Parisi Speed School
winter sports, and more lessons. Our kids are growing up
owner) says it this way: “Kids these days play and play,
with so much more on their plates than past generations
until they quit (as 80% of American kids do) prior to high
ever had to deal with. I think we’ve come to a point where
school because they are not fast enough or strong enough.
we, as parents, have to step up and regain control of what’s
They don’t have the body to play. Like saving for retirement,
happening in the athletic and academic lives of our kids.
let’s develop a long-term training plan for success in sports
For many families that approach us here at Champions, the typical conversation sounds like this: “I know that my
and long-term health and invest in it every day.” • Step 1 is to grasp the fact that the need to train is
child would really benefit from your training program
important. Kids who start younger will have the edge
and they really need it, but where in the world am I going
in all aspects of fitness, body composition, confidence,
to find the time? He plays football and baseball in the fall,
and force production for sports. My kids get tired of
basketball in the winter, more baseball in the spring, he’s
hearing me tell them, “Take care of your body and
thinking about adding lacrosse in there somewhere, and the
your body will take care of you.”
track coach at school really wants him to start that.” Sound familiar?
• Step 2 is to clear the schedule! The question is this: Can today’s families dial back all the peripheral
In Mark Hyman’s book, Until It Hurts: America’s
activities that do not move their children towards any
Obsession with Youth Sports and How It Harms Our Kids, the
particular goal, and invest in something that will last
statistics are sobering. “Every year more than 3.5 million
them a lifetime, like that retirement account?
children under 15 years old require medical attention for
• Step 3 is simply to act! Now is always the time! We
sports injuries, nearly half of which are the result of simple
have incredible families making the investment every
overuse.” Injuries are only part of the problem, Mr. Hyman
day, regardless of the season. They prioritize, and
writes: “With each passing season, youth sports seem to
their kids will benefit from this investment the rest of
stray further and further from its core mission of providing
their lives!
healthy, safe and character building recreation for children.”
I urge you to get off of the merry-go-round. Make an
The problem was put into focus three years ago by
investment in your child that will last a lifetime. Bring back
the American Academy of Pediatrics’ Council on Sports
the fun of sports and let’s take some of the pressure off of
Medicine and Fitness. In a report in the academy’s journal,
our kids. We have a plan for your kids here at Champions
Pediatrics, Dr. Joel S. Brenner wrote, “Overuse injuries and
that will enhance performance, build character, and increase
burnout among children and adolescent athletes are a
self-esteem. We invite you to come see us! Speed kills!
growing problem in the United States.” “Unfortunately,” it went on, “too often the goal is skewed toward adult (parent/coach) goals either implicitly
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Gò0dNews for Health & Fitness The Basic Tool for Success in Fitness . . . and Life! “Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit.” —Proverbs 18:21 (NKJV)
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by Thomas Morrison
here is a miracle waiting to be unleashed, and
A slice of lean turkey? An apple and some brown rice
the secret lies right under your nose! Literally!
perhaps? Of course not. You thought about chocolate!
Most people can upgrade the quality of their lives
Why? Because your mind does not process a negative
dramatically by simply harnessing the power of their words.
command before it introduces the subject to your thinking.
Proverbs 18:21 is just as relevant for us today if we are ever
And now, the very thing you are trying to avoid is at the
going to experience the power we need to reach our goals!
forefront of your thinking! This is why you want to focus
When Words Become Worlds
Let’s start by asking a simple question: What were you
thinking just before you got that last piece of pizza, or went through the drive-thru for a fast-food burger? Were you
your statements in the positive. Focus on what you want— not what you don’t want.
The Power of Truth
Do any of these sound familiar?
focused on obtaining a flat, firm stomach and a healthy meal
• “I’m fat.”
after your workout? I doubt it! We don’t need to wonder
• “I’m dying for a piece of cake!
why we drive through the Golden Arches. Our thoughts drive us. So how are you going to focus your mind to
• “Nothing ever goes my way!” They are just simple examples, but they illustrate
drive you to the true goals you have in your heart?
how prone we are to exaggerate (lie) when
The easiest way is to simply use the basic tools of
expressing our feelings. The problem is, if speaking
the mind that you have at your disposal. And those
like that becomes a habit for us, we start to never
tools are words.
feel good anymore. Our words (the building
Life or Death, Positive or Negative
blocks of our thought) are charged with negative emotional connotations. State what you want when you talk much more than what you don't want.
Unfortunately, we live
"I want to be leaner and more alive" is
in a negative world, and many
much better than "I'm tired of being
of us compound the problem by
fat and feeling like my life is slipping
speaking negative about ourselves!
away." See the difference? Comprehend
Positive or negative, the principle
where your mind goes when you make
works the same. You must be very
each statement, and understand that
careful about what you look at and focus
your mind is creating the reality you
on in your thought life. And you mustn’t seek to
experience. This is not Voodoo—it is
drive away the negative things by complaining about them, cursing them, or rededicating
God-given responsibility. So you see; change your
yourself to stand against them. It’s like the old
thoughts (words), and you can
saying: “Don’t curse the darkness, light a lamp
change your life.
instead.” Say this to yourself: “I will not think about a piece of chocolate.” Now, with that piece of determined dedication, what have you thought about?
24 // November 2015
Thomas Morrison is the fitness coordinator and a personal trainer at Bradley Wellness Center in Dalton, GA, where he has served for the past 15 years. You can find out more about him and his writings at www.bradleywell.com.
Gò0dNews for Teens
The Long Race
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Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus—the One who perfects your faith. by Derek Welborn
t was hard for me to understand how someone
give up, His Spirit gives strength to run the race of
could think running was fun. Running to the point
life with endurance. Just stay faithful to his will.
of sheer exhaustion didn’t sound like a great idea
I love this passage in Hebrews 12:1: “Therefore,
to me. I could think of better ways to spend my time,
since we are surrounded by such a huge crowd of
and running a long distance just seemed monotonous.
witnesses to the life of faith, let us strip off every
Recently, I was challenged to consider running
weight that slow us down, especially the sin that so
in a half-marathon race. I reluctantly accepted the
easily trips us up. And let us run with endurance the
invitation. Now, as I am finishing my training, I am
race God has set before us. We do this by keeping
starting to understand why people enjoy running long
our eyes on Jesus, the champion who initiates and
distances. There is something about the challenge.
perfects our faith” (NLT).
I love the grit that it
There are people who
takes to push through
have lived out their faith,
the moments when you
have wisdom to share,
feel like stopping and
and cheer us on to the
the joyous victory you
finish line. As I prepared
experience once you’ve
for this marathon, I asked
finished. It hasn’t been
a number of seasoned
easy training, but I have
runners their thoughts on
kept my eyes on the goal.
training and techniques.
This journey has been
Their wisdom guided
challenging, and it has
me through my personal
been definitely rewarding.
training.
Our lives are similar
As believers, a
to running a long race.
great army of faithful,
There are parts that seem
seasoned believers helps
easy, areas where it gets
navigate us through this
harder, and some painful
crazy thing called life.
moments. Through it all, if we stay committed, we
We must listen and learn from generations that have
will experience moments of victory. There will be
gone before us. Rejoice with them in their victory
times when you feel like giving up and stopping.
and learn from their mistakes. We must lay aside
However, I want to remind you that when you
every weight preventing us from becoming all that
accepted Jesus in your heart, you received something
God desires for each of us. The only way to run this
far greater and stronger than just human will. You
race is to keep our eyes fixed on Jesus. He is the one
have the Spirit of the living God inside of you. When
who perfects our faith.
you think you can’t go any further or you’re ready to
26 // November 2015
Derek Welborn is the youth pastor at Crosspointe Church in Dalton, GA where he has served for the past three years. He is a graduate of Lee University.
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Gò0dNews for Seniors
Senior Depression
“Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” —Galatians 6:9 NIV by Shell Underwood
among those who are sixty-five and older. In fact,
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of sadness, anxiety, or emptiness that can last for weeks,
depression affects nearly one in five older adults.
months, or even longer periods of time. Depression is a real
Depression falls under the category of mental illness.
medical condition that can interfere with day-to-day living,
Researchers tell us older adults who suffer from depression
keeping people from functioning normally. Depression is
seem less likely to report their feelings, perhaps because
not a normal part of the aging process and can be triggered
of the stigma associated with it. They may even mask
by life circumstances which include relocation, loss of
symptoms to avoid addressing the issue. As a result,
purpose, and loss of independence.
epression has been called a “silent epidemic”
78 percent of depressed older adults do not receive the treatment they need.
Depression is different. Depression involves feelings
Depression can also result from health problems, eating/social habits, and elder abuse. Depressed older
Unfortunately, suicide poses a real threat to those
people often are not even aware they’re depressed. Instead,
who are depressed. Adults sixty-five and older make up
they may display other symptoms such as moodiness,
16 percent of all suicide deaths. The highest suicide rate
anxiety, sleeping difficulties, fatigue and low energy,
in the U.S. is among non-Hispanic adult males eighty-five
abnormal eating habits, and feelings of guilt. Other signs
and older.
of depression involve loss of interest in activities, memory
There’s a big difference between feeling sad and
issues, suicidal thoughts and statements.
experiencing depression. As
Some conditions that can complicate the treatment of
we journey through
depression include the following: stigma, alcohol-related
life, it’s normal for
issues, drug interactions and side effects, accelerated
us to have bouts of
memory loss, poor physical health, antidepressants,
sadness. We grieve
natural supplements, psychotherapy, physical activity, and
over the deaths
relaxation techniques.
of those closest
Treatment options include having a support
to us. We face
groups, involvement in social and educational activities,
illnesses, injuries,
being aware, showing interest, and helping prepare.
job layoffs, and
Other ways to help someone who is depressed include
other challenging
listening to them, contacting a doctor, along with giving
circumstances.
encouragement and finding support.
We may become
Again, remember depression has been called a silent
discouraged, but
epidemic. So, please, take that sometimes awkward but
usually during
necessary first step. Reach out. Make a difference in
these times, we
someone’s life. You won’t regret it.
do enjoy brief moments of hope and joy.
28 // November 2015
Shell Underwood is a lifetime educator. She taught in Murray and Whitfield County Schools for 14 years as a science and math teacher. She has just opened a new Financial Planning office with Modern Woodmen of America in Dalton and she continues to volunteer in the local city and county schools with the Readers to Leaders program.
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Gò0dNews for Everyone
Who’s Got the Time? Our walk with Christ is what gives us purpose in life.
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by Josh Tatum ellness is being healthy in mind, body,
Find a running group that meets early and train for a
and soul. That means being active and
race together. “Run for God” is an awesome thing to
always challenging yourself with your
get involved in, and look to your local churches for
whit, fitness, and Christian walk with Christ. Life is a
fun-fitness activities or workout groups. There are a
gift. Every breath we take is a blessing that was never
million ways to get in shape, challenge yourself, and
promised to us and can be taken at any point without
have fun doing it.
warning. Some of us may spend the majority of our day away from God, and it is easy to get caught up in
When it comes to your walk with Christ, look at Solomon. He says in Ecclesiastes 12:13: “Fear God
the hustle and bustle of day-to-
and obey his commandments, for
day life—take the kids to school,
this is everyone’s duty” (NLT).
rush to work, bust your tail at
This is coming from a man who
the office all day, pick up the
admittedly tried everything
kids from practice, make dinner,
this world has to offer—wine,
clean the table, do homework,
women, and song. He tried it
and finally some free time. At
all and said that without God’s
that point in the day, it’s about
hand on your life, you find
all you can do to keep your eyes
no purpose. That seems like
open. So who’s got the time?
something worth a little more of
Where is the time to be healthy
our time than the news feed on
in mind, body, and soul?
your social media page.
To answer this question,
Self-Discipline is not always
you have to look at your day.
easy, but nothing worthwhile
There are moments in every
really is. True wellness of body,
day that we are called to make
mind, and soul is worth the
a choice: take the stairs or the
struggle. It’s worth the pain, and
elevator, eat the grilled chicken
it’s worth all the sacrifice. It may
salad or the McDouble, finish
feel like taking up your cross
one more bit of work or wrap it up and go see your
daily can be a burden, but that cross you carry will
kids, check your Facebook account or open the Word.
bring you strength and the power to slay the Enemy
The time to be healthy is there, it’s just hidden five
and overcome any stronghold in the way of your
minutes at a time throughout the day.
wellness. Live well, friends!
How can you make it easier on yourself to find the time? Fitness should be fun! If fitness was fun, wouldn’t you be more inclined to partake? I think so! Find a group of likeminded people and get to work.
30 // November 2015
Joshua Chi Tatum (706) 264-3098, is husband and father of three boys. He is coach and personal trainer at CrossFit Discernment, 640 S Hamilton St. Dalton, GA 30720. crossfitdiscernment.org
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Being Unified—Jesus at the Center
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Let Christ be united with you in your relationship. by Mindy White
e are coming up on my favorite time of the year—a wonderful time of year to celebrate, reflect, make new memories, and to be thankful for all that we have. On the other hand, sometimes we can get so busy with work, family, friends, and church activities that we feel like we are in a whirlwind. The months of November and December are usually the busiest and the most stressful holiday seasons. Many times I have felt like my husband and I are in two different worlds trying to fit everything in. These are the times we have to take time to reunite as a couple. We need to look at where we are headed and what we are trying to accomplish. I want to remind you of the possibilities that come with the power of unity and why God placed you together as a couple in the first place. Ecclesiastes 4 tells us that “Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up” (vv 9-10 NIV). You are a team; be united in your goals even if you aren't always together for every moment and occasion in your life. You need each other. The Enemy tries to isolate us and make us feel like we are alone. God has put you together to help each other make it through this life. You are together for a reason, so focus on that togetherness. If one of you is having a hard time in an area of life, then the other is there to pick you up and help move you forward or help you finish the tasks for the day. Think how quickly you can make it through your daily to-do lists when you are both working at them. Get that good return
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for your labor spoken about in Scripture. Be united in your effort and don't leave one person to do everything. The other side of that is accepting help and not taking everything on as your own responsibility. This applies to everything in your life—big and small. Those small tasks are training ground for the big events in your life and your relationships. Some are good and some are not so good. How you handle the little things gives you practice for when the tough times hit. You may feel like those small items don't matter in your relationship, but they do. Your relationship is strengthened and unified when you work on those life events together. Verse 12 goes on to say: “Though one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken.” Make sure Christ is the third person in your relationship and that He is at the center of it all. If He isn't, you need to stop were you are and get Him there. The Enemy is after your relationship with each other and with Christ. Don't give him an inch because he will take a mile. Stop him in his tracks and remember the cord of three strands isn't easily broken. You want a strong cord and one that is dependent on Christ as the strongest thread. Try as you might, you will never make it without Him personally or as a couple. Don't let that even be an issue. Put Christ first and keep Him there.
Mindy White and her husband Robert have been married for 20 years. They have 3 kids, Brittain, Noah, and Alaina. She is a member of Cornerstone Church of God where she is the ladies ministry president.
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10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s disease: 1. Memory loss that disrupts daily life 2. Challenges in planning or solving problems 3. Difficulty completing familiar tasks 4. Confusion with time or place 5. Trouble understanding visual images and spatial relationships 6. New problems with words in speaking or writing 7. Misplacing things and losing the ability to retrace steps 8. Decreased or poor judgment 9. Withdrawal from work or social activities 10. Changes in mood and personality.
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by Jacob Saylor
ith more than twenty models of Honda ATVs
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You can combine all these features into one ATV for the
cater to your needs is a vital decision. The
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endlessly for you to get the job done. The 475cc power,
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combined with a straight axle swing arm, provides the
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Whatever your needs are, Kirk's Cycle in Dalton, Georgia, will help you pick out the right ATV. Tammy Kirk has been providing the North Georgia area for
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READ THE OWNER’S MANUAL. ALWAYS WEAR A HELMET, EYE PROTECTION AND PROTECTIVE CLOTHING. BE CAREFUL ON DIFFICULT TERRAIN. ALL ATV RIDERS SHOULD TAKE A TRAINING COURSE (FREE FOR NEW BUYERS. ASK YOUR DEALER OR CALL ASI AT 800-887-2887). NEVER RIDE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS OR ALCOHOL, ON PAVED SURFACES, ON PUBLIC ROADS, WITH PASSENGERS, OR AT EXCESSIVE SPEEDS. NO STUNT RIDING. RESPECT THE ENVIRONMENT WHEN RIDING. FourTrax®, Foreman® and Best On Earth™ are registered trademarks of Honda Motor Co., Ltd. ©2014 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (09/14)
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Gò0dNews for Everyone
I Just Keep Forgetting With the ancient [is] wisdom; and in length of days understanding. —Job 12:12 by Chris Shiflett
H
ow often has an aged loved one told you, “I just
early stages of the disease, families try to convince themselves
keep forgetting”? As we age, we expect our bodies
that mom is “just getting older.” Because difficult decisions
to eventually succumb to the wears and tears of life.
are imminent and will have to be made by adult children who
An increasing number of seniors are physically active well
themselves are in the middle of life with careers and children
into their eighties and beyond. Others, however, will suffer
of their own, often the answer is to do nothing, believing that
from illness, injury, or the aggregate effects of many years
it will get better in time. This disease does not get better with
of physically demanding careers. The number of very active
time, and the sooner action is taken the better the outcome is
seniors has greatly increased over the last few decades, and
for all involved.
this trend is expected to continue. As “they” say these days, “Seventy is the new fifty.”
As with many situations in life, fear often causes us to refrain from acting. Instead, we do nothing. As Deuteronomy
Unfortunately, as our seniors are living longer, they are
31:6 encourages us, “Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or
also experiencing the difficulties, struggles, and heartbreaks
be in dread of them, for it is the Lord your God who goes with
of a terrible disease that is growing and is predicted to
you. He will not leave you or forsake you” (ESV).
significantly increase as the Baby Boomers age. This disease,
I encourage family members dealing with the emotional
sometimes difficult to diagnose, has a wide array of symptoms
and physical demands of trying to make the right decisions
and over the years has been called “Old Timers” and “Sun
to not fear or dread the pending decisions and difficult
Downer’s Syndrome.” I am obviously referring to Alzheimer’s
conversations soon to come. God is present in all things, and
disease, which is growing at an increasing rate.
there is comfort in knowing that God will not leave your
This terrible disease can impact not only the individual negatively but also his or her entire family and close friends.
side even in such overwhelming situations. Even though your loved one is undergoing a transition, this period can be
Although these impacts are severe and well
filled with many blessings for you and your loved one. At
known by many, most families do not
Tranquility of Dalton, we have witnessed so many spiritual
know where to turn when their loved
moments that touch our staff, our resident, and their families.
one begins to exhibit behavior that is out of character. Many times in the
Even as our loved one’s time draws near, we can be assured that even in the latter days, we can glorify and testify to the good news of God’s love for us and the peace that is present to believers. Acts 20:24 assures us, “However, I consider my life worth nothing to me; my only aim is to finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me— the task of testifying to the good news of God's grace” (NIV). Research all of your options and make sure the resident care place you choose for your senior specializes in Alzheimer’s and related dementia care. At Tranquility of Dalton, we have just created a state-of-the-art memory-care facility called “Reflections at Tranquility” to our campus in Dalton, Georgia. We make every effort to be a part of the spiritual lives of our residents and welcome any questions concerning memory care for Northwest Georgia seniors.
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