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Contents
OCTOBER 2021
GoodNews from the Pastor’s Desk
6 Tell Them of Jesus by Bobby Sneed
GoodNews for Kids
8 Fun For the Fall
by Brenda Dedmon
GoodNews on Money Matters
10 Meeting with a Financial Adviser
by Andrew Lee GoodNews for Men
12 Has God Left?
by Brian Edward Johnson
GoodNews for Women
14 Christian Roles by Leah Hadder
GoodNews for Parents
18 Obedient Children by Nikki Hill
GoodNews for Everyone
20 Who In the World Is Gene Hickerson?
by Jack Borders GoodNews for Life
22 Tattletales and Bent Batons by Monica Gambrell
GoodNews for Everyone
24 In The Beginning
by Todd R. Gunderson
GoodNews Cover Story
26 The Olive Cart Boutique & Gifts
by Jodi Varnado GoodNews for Everyone
28 Rough Road Ready by Heather Tate
GoodNews Business Spotlight
30 Holy Beardz GoodNews Poetry
32 He Taught Me How to Fly by Pamela Latham
GoodNews for Everyone
34 Tempted In the Wilderness by Contessa Long
GoodNews for Family
36 The Choice Will Always Be Yours
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by Jennifer Hastings GoodNews for Everyone
38 Noteworthy
by Karla Smedley
GoodNews for Everyone
40 His Grace is Sufficient by Brent Goodge
GoodNews for your Taste Buds
42 Pumpkin Cream Cheese Bread
by Pam Wattenbarger GoodNews from the Physician’s Desk
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44 Helping Patients Reduce Pain and Recover Faster
by Dr. Eric Rivera GoodNews for Everyone
46 Fall Is in The Air by Linda Tinney
GoodNews for Everyone
48 Weathering The Storms of Life
by Stephanie Shrum GoodNews for Everyone
50 Rest Brings Success by Linda Ray Center
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Gò0dNews from the Pastor’s Desk
Tell Them of Jesus by Bobby Sneed
I
n Hebrews Chapter 7, we find God’s truth revealed to us
have access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and
that we now have a High Priest who reigns forever, who
rejoice in hope of the glory of God” (NKJV).
is Jesus Christ. Unlike the priests of old, He does not need
Third, Christ lives to make intercession for us. Romans
to first offer a sacrifice for himself and then for the people,
8:34 says we are no longer condemned because Jesus died
but has once and for all provided Himself as the sacrifice for
for us and now lives; He sits at the right hand of God and
the sins of the world. He accomplished what no one else could, and that is to pay the sin debt we owed because He is the perfect lamb provided by God the Father. Hebrews 7:25 says, “Therefore He is also able to save to the uttermost those who come to God through Him, since He always lives to make intercession for them” (NKJV). Let’s consider the amazing truths this verse offers us today. First, He can save to the uttermost! Who other than the only begotten Son of God could save us? He not only lifts us out of sin and cleanses us from all unrighteousness, but He does so permanently and completely—thus to the uttermost.
speaks on our behalf. Furthermore, He is our Mediator! 1
Nothing can reclaim us or take us from our Lord once we
Timothy 2:5 tells us that there is one God and one Mediator
are His (Romans 8:38-39). This is Good News to the utmost
between God and man; He is Jesus Christ. He paid our debt.
that Jesus not only forgives us if we confess and repent, but
He forgives our sin. He speaks on our behalf to the Father.
He preserves us for Himself for eternity.
What a Savior is He!
Second, we have access to the Father by the Son. In Old Testament days, we would have gone to the priest with a
This reminds me of the old hymn by Fannie Crosby titled “Rescue the Perishing.” The refrain says:
sacrifice for him to offer on our behalf to seek forgiveness.
“Rescue the perishing,
Our relationship with God would have required a mortal
Care for the dying;
man to help us meet with God, but not so now. After the
Jesus is merciful,
work of the cross, we have a High Priest who is not from
Jesus will save.”
the order of the Levites but rather is from Judah and of
So, with this Good News comes the responsibility to
the order of Melchizedek, without beginning or end. Jesus
share it! Tell Them of Jesus!
forgiveness, to praise Him without ceasing, and to have fellowship. As Romans 5:2 states, “Through whom also we
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About The Author
has made the way for us to pray directly to God, to seek Dr. Bobby Sneed is the pastor of Deep Springs Baptist Church. His greatest desire is that all will experience the peace, hope and love of the Father made possible by faith in the Son, Jesus Christ.
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Gò0dNews for Kids
Fun For the Fall by Brenda Dedmon
F
all is a beautiful time of the year with all the colors of the trees. There is a verse in the Bible that reminds us of why it is so beautiful. “God has made everything beautiful for
its time” (Ecclesiastes 3:11). The fall weather is cooler, it is great
to be outside, and it is a great time to do fun activities with your family. Perhaps, you could ask your parents for a family meeting to talk about some fun things to do together. As you meet, ask each family member to name one thing they would like to do for the fall. The list could include: • Go to a football game and enjoy popcorn for a snack • Visit an apple farm and pick apples • Visit a corn maze • Visit a pumpkin farm and pick out a pumpkin to carve as a family • Have a picnic in the park or your backyard • Rake leaves and then jump in the leaves. You could make “leaf angels” as you would snow angels • Go for a bike ride or hike • Make a pinecone bird feeder thankful for, which includes family and friends. Fall gives us the opportunity to show our appreciation to others by doing things for them. The following are ideas you could do as a family: • Bake an Apple Pie • Make Pumpkin Bread • Make Hot Chocolate Packets • Make Caramel Apples • Make Apple Cider Packets • Make Apple Muffins • Make a Trail Mix and include Candy Corn A Family Scavenger Hunt is a fun way to spend time together. As a family plan to do five Saturday Hunts where you do one category each Saturday! It will be fun finding places you can discover these things to do. Even though there are some of the same scents in each category, find different places for each category. Make a list and check each one off as you do the activity. 1. LOOK for leaves of the following colors: Orange, Yellow, Red, for a squirrel and spider web
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2. TOUCH Acorns, Pinecones, Moss, Feathers, Leaves, Pumpkin Seeds 3. LISTEN for Birds Singing, Woodpeckers, Crickets, Crunching Leaves 4. TASTE Pumpkin, Fresh Apples, Apple Cider, Hot Chocolate, Apple Jelly 5. SMELL Pumpkin Spices, Cinnamon, Apple Cider, Pine Needles, Hay, Corn It is important to document these family times, so take pictures of all the activities you do. For the activities you do for someone else, be sure to get a picture of you making the item and of you and the person when you share it with them. At the end of the month, have your parents print the pictures. You can organize all the pictures in a photo album and then write funny captions of the activities. You need to make sure you are helping your family in planning, preparing for, and participating in a fun time for the Fall Family Fun! “U” are an important part of the F “U” N! About The Author
This time of the year reminds us of all the things we should be
Rev. Brenda Dedmon is the retired director of the Children’s Learning Center, First Baptist of Dalton and an avid Roll Tide fan.
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Meeting with a Financial Adviser MONEY MATTERS
WITH DR. ANDREW LEE Dr. Andrew Lee is professor of English at Lee University. He also serves as a coordinator for Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University. He and his wife Esmerelda have three children.
I
f you decide to hire a financial adviser, what should you
may be a conflict of interest in their recommending any
expect, and how will you know whether this adviser is a
particular investment, so buyer beware). Moreover, anytime
good fit for your financial situation? After reading countless
an “adviser” recommends any investment immediately, I
articles and listening to hundreds of hours of podcasts on this
personally would run (not walk) out of there. The adviser’s
subject, allow me to share a few observations. First, be aware
first concern should be to get to know you and your financial
that anyone can call themselves a “financial adviser” with no
needs. The adviser should ask questions like “What is the
certifications, qualifications, or licenses. The term “financial
purpose of this money? Is this money to pay living expenses
adviser” is essentially meaningless. Insurance salespeople
during your retirement? Do you plan to leave any of this
can (and do) call themselves “financial advisers.” What
money to heirs as an inheritance, or to give any of this money
you want is someone with bona fide credentials, like CFP
to charitable causes after your death? When do you plan to
(Certified Financial Planner) or RIA (Registered Investment
retire, and what does your ideal life after retirement look
Adviser) because these designations require licenses, testing,
like?” These questions are all critical in helping an adviser
and regulation. Please keep in mind that this column is not
decide the best advice to give you, so failure to ask these
offering any legal or professional advice; I am a consumer
questions should arouse some concern.
advocate and educator, not a licensed or registered adviser in any regard. So, you walk into the adviser’s office seeking professional
Moreover, a competent financial adviser should assess your “risk tolerance” before recommending any particular investment. To suggest a single stock or all-stock portfolio
help with managing your money and investments. If the
investment to a client who breaks into a rash anytime the
adviser immediately suggests an annuity or any other
stock market dips—that would be foolish indeed. Likewise, it
investment, I personally would leave immediately. This
would be foolish to recommend substantial bonds or money
indicates the “adviser” is pushing a product that puts money
market options to a youngster who is perfectly comfortable
into his or her pocket via a sales commission. Let me be
with a stock market crash and has a high tolerance for risk in
clear—I’m not opposed to commissions on principle. I’m
his or her investments. Greek philosopher Socrates was onto
happy to pay a salesperson a commission if it’s an investment
something when he instructed us to “Know thyself.” Being
I am knowledgeable about and if I am fully aware of the
self-aware and being honest about our own behavior, habits,
commission I’m paying. I have purchased stock and gladly
and emotional makeup will help us to make wiser financial
paid the broker’s commission knowing full well the amount
and investment decisions, and a good financial adviser
of the commission in advance. But I am vigorously opposed
knows this. Proverbs 11:14 reminds us, “For lack of guidance
to any “adviser” who recommends any investment without
a nation falls, but victory is won through many advisers.”
immediately making clear the amount of commission he or
I do not currently use a financial adviser myself, though I
she will be earning on this product (in other words, there
intend to do so as I get closer to retirement age. A competent
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Gò0dNews for Men
Has God Left?
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by Brian Edward Johnson
ebrews 13:5 says, “Let your conversation be
Philippians 4:11 says, “…for I have learned, in
without covetousness; and be content with
whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content.” We see Paul
such things as ye have: for he hath said, ‘I will
as the example of Christianity. He was absolutely great,
never leave thee, nor forsake thee.’” This is one of many
but even he had to “learn” contentment. If you are still
promises God’s Word gives us. He will always be there, no
struggling with that, you are in good company.
matter what. Then why is it that we do not feel Him there
I struggled with contentment regarding singleness, but
sometimes? I propose that it is because of our issues with
I did not find the woman that would later become my wife
covetousness and lack of contentment.
until I learned to be content. You will not learn contentment by continuing to chase after things that are not for you. When one of my sons was six years old, he was angry about our rules. After we came home one night, he said, “I don’t want to live here anymore.” I told him to put his shoes back on and get out. He stepped out the door, and I shut it. I watched him walk to the end of the driveway, look at the house, turn around with his head down and continue to walk. I went outside to follow him and make sure he was safe. I followed him to the end of the block and around the corner. At that time, he decided to turn around and come back home. I ran back into the house before he saw me and opened the
Covetousness is something we all struggle with. Your neighbor gets a new car while you struggle to get yours
door. I asked if he wanted to come back, and he said yes. I recently asked him what his plan was. He said he was
started. Your friend gets a new house when all you can see in
going to sleep in the driveway and figure out what he would
your own are all the honey-do lists that need completion. You
do the next morning. My son was so focused on what he did
are single, everyone around you is in a relationship, and you
not have that he did not realize his father was with him the
are consumed with the desire of having that special someone.
whole time.
Covetousness is difficult to stay away from, and dare
Do not be so focused on what you do not have or the
I say, natural—but it is not something God would have us
circumstances you are in, that you miss the amazing thing
do. According to Colossians 3:5, covetousness is idolatry.
that God wants to do in your life.
it, covetousness takes our eyes off of God just like the idol worship of people in the Old Testament.
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About The Author
This makes you see how God sees it. When you think about Brian Edward Johnson is a deacon at his church and a nurse by vocation. He wants to do the best he can to teach people to trust God, for their eternity and for each day.
Gò0dNews for Women
Christian Roles
“B
by Leah Hadder
ut the Lord said to Samuel, ‘Don’t be
was “never enough,” to chat with someone who ironically
impressed by his appearance or his height, for
thought I was—for she had plenty of other conversations to
I have rejected him. God does not view things
schedule, yet chose to speak to me that hour. Surprisingly,
the way people do. People look on the outward appearance,
I beforehand only reflected on the fact that I had not won
but the Lord looks at the heart’” (1 Samuel 16:7, NET).
what she had, though God revealed to me that He certainly
I scheduled my entire day around this one meeting.
connected a winner to a winner.
Nervously standing in front of a mirror, my hands shook as
Sometimes in life, we may so desperately want to do
I rehearsed different scenarios of what I should say and how
what another has done or “walk in their shoes.” Yet, God
to react when greeting her face to face, or in this case, screen
may use us not as the star quarterback but the coach, the producer and not the singer, the professor and not the honor graduate, the mentor and not the mentee, and in my case, the interviewer and not the interviewee. Yet, our roles, even when not spotlighted, are always important to reach others for God’s kingdom. I wonder if the prophet Samuel once desired to become king. I wonder if he ever dreamt of being a royal figure or wearing expensive attire. What if he as a young man had, even for a second, wished to be a person of “crowned” influence and power? Yet, Samuel upheld a magnificent honor, anointing one of the greatest kings of Israel:
to screen. I had the opportunity of a lifetime—getting to interview someone as famous as she. In a few hours, I would finally be able to sit and speak to someone about their experience of achieving a specific goal
“So, Samuel took the horn full of olive oil and anointed him in the presence of his brothers. The Spirit of the Lord rushed upon David from that day onward” (1 Samuel 16:13, NET). Never diminish the role God has called you to fulfill
that I had wanted to. As life unfolded and my childhood
in this season. I was not a loser because I was not her, I
dream did not happen, God allowed for this moment to
was a winner because I was answering the call God had
manifest. Little did I know, He had this incredible way of
specifically given to me. The devil consistently tells us to
showing me a valuable lesson—He utilizes people of all gifts
compare our assignments to another’s, though fulfilling
and roles for His glory.
our Christian roles is not competition. It is bringing Him
Even though it was not in His plan for me to have
glory and uniting Believers.
timing, a chance for me, who was consistently told that I
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done what she did, He designed and orchestrated in His Leah Hadder is a speaker, writer, and podcast host. She attends Living Word Church in Cleveland, Tennessee. Contact Leah at www.leahhadder.org.
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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 Impact 508 Sheridan Ave, 30721 706-226-7743
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
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Good Samaritan Baptist Church 3137 Cleveland Rd, 30721 706-259-7239 Gospelway Baptist Church 336 Jupiter Cir, 30721 706-278-1424 Grace Baptist Church 2049 Lower Kings Bridge Rd, 30721 706-537-6884 Harmony Baptist Church 187 Lower Dawnville Rd, 30721 706-226-5521 Harvest Baptist Church 3986 Cleveland Hwy, 30721 706-694-8951 Hill Crest Baptist Church 1901 Cityview St, 30720 706-279-1267 Hopewell Baptist Church 3527 Airport Rd, 30721 706-226-5987 Kinsey Drive Baptist Church 2626 Kinsey Drive,30720 706-277-3505 Lakeshore Park Baptist Church 12 Crescent St, 30720 706-275-6050 Liberty Baptist Church 506 South Pentz St, 30720 706-226-5535 Lindsey Memorial Baptist 706-673-7650 3503 Lindsey Memorial Rd. Rocky Face, Ga. 30740 Macedonia Baptist Church 1355 Dawnville Rd NE, 30721 706-259-9220 Maple Grove Baptist Church 347 Maple Grove Rd, 30721 706-483-6300 McFarland Hill Baptist Church 307 Brickyard Rd, 30721 706-277-5521 Mount Rachel Baptist Church 332 Haig Mill Lake Rd, 30720 706-278-5192 Mount Ridge Baptist Church 1401 M L King, Jr. Blvd, 30721 706-278-0335 New Hope Baptist Church 900 Roan St, 30721 706-226-2093 New Hope Baptist Church 706-673-8050 2105 Tunnel Hill-Varnell Road Tunnel Hill, GA 30755 New Life Baptist Church 2620 Old Grade Rd, 30721 Northwest Georgia Baptist Church 222 North Pentz St, 30720 706-463-3490 Olivia Baptist Church 1817 Guy St, 30720 706-278-3507 Pine Grove Baptist Church 4004 Airport Road, 30721 706-264-8630 Poplar Springs Baptist Church 897 Poplar Springs Rd, 30720 706-259-8727 Reformation Baptist Church 825 Chattanooga Avenue, 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 East Waugh St, 30721 706-226-5981 Temple Baptist Church 2310 South Dixie Hwy, 30720 706-226-6785 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
Lifegate Church 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 3688 Chatsworth Hwy, 30721 706-226-6686 Crosspointe 2681 Underwood Street 30721 706-278-2649 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 Rock Bridge Community Church 121 W Crawford St, 30720
Episcopal
Saint Mark’s Episcopal Church 901 West Emory St, 30720 706-278-8857
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 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 Fairview UMC 735 Riverbend Rd, 30721 706-996-5057 Five Springs UMC 2823 Five Springs Rd, 30720 706-277-3928 Mineral Springs UMC 4079 Airport Road, 30721 706-517-0200 Mt. Vernon UMC 597 Lafayette Road Rocky Face, GA 30740 706-673-4667 New Haven UMC 4040 South Dixie Highway, 30721 706-217-1879 Pleasant Grove UMC 2701 Cleveland Highway, 30721 Sugar Valley UMC 503 Murry Hill Dr, 30720 706-280-9112 Trinity UMC 901 Veterans Dr, 30721 706-278-4042 Tunnel Hill UMC 706-673-4022 121 North Varnell Road Tunnel Hill, GA 30755 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
Abundant Life Bible Church 120 East Morris Street, 30721 706-270-9733
Bridging the Gap Ministries 514 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, 30721 706-277-7575 Relentless Worship Center 210 Robinwood Dr, 30721 706-313-1129 Cornerstone Family Church 1240 Dawnville Rd, 30721 706-259-8509 Dalton House Of Prayer 735 Beaverdale Rd NE, 30721 706-280-0263 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 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
Baptist
706-517-8944 2309 Old Highway 411 Chatsworth, GA 30705 US Murray Baptist Church 706-695-9712 508 West Peachtree Street 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 Strait Way Baptist Church 706-517-2861 508 West Peachtree Street 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
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
Blue Ridge Primitive Baptist Church 706-517-9849 134 Hyden Tyler Road Chatsworth, GA 30705 US Calvary Baptist Church 706-695-7747 Highway 225 North Chatsworth, GA 30705 US Center Hill Baptist Church 706-695-7988 65 Berry Bennett Road Chatsworth, GA 30705 US Cisco Baptist Church 706-695-9270 Highway 411 North Chatsworth, GA 30705 US Cool Springs Baptist Church 706-517-5388 Holly Creek Cool 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
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 UMC 7250 Chastworth Highway South Chastworth, GA 30705 Center Valley UMC 706-971-4646 5394 Highway 225 North Chatsworth, GA 30705 US First United Methodist Church 706-695-3211 107 W Cherokee Street Chatsworth, GA 30705 US Fullers Chapel UMC 532 Cook Drive Chatsworth, GA 30705 US Mineral Springs UMC 71 North Way St Chatsworth, GA 30705 US Spring Place UMC 706-695-5143 Po Box 248 Chatsworth, GA 30705 US
Non-Denominational
God’s Light House 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
Seventh-Day Adventist Church 706-517-5124 1115 Highway 52 Chatsworth, GA 30705 US
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Gò0dNews for Parents
Obedient Children
A
by Nikki Hill
s I began nesting for my “September baby,”
to sink because we begin to fear circumstances we are faced
I sprawled on the floor to partly take a break
with or become too proud to share in the joy of our Father.
from my labor. There were flashes of lightning
This convicted my heart with a plan to change. May
and peals of thunder as my mind began to wander from
God’s Spirit convict us when we do wrong, lose our way,
cleaning to fixating on God. Immediately, I was convicted
and stray from the righteous path. Satan is full of schemes
and began to pray, “Heavenly Father, I have been a bad
that come in many varieties. He can deceive us if we give
child.” In my heart, I asked for forgiveness. I laid there thinking of my son and thought, “What if he began to stop telling me how he feels, how his day went, if something bothered him, or the things that made him happy, how would I feel?” I would feel heartbroken. I would feel as if he does not trust me to help him through some of his pain or share in celebrating the things that make him happy. As humans, we cannot read minds, but we are made aware of feelings by facial expressions. There may be situations in our children’s lives we are aware of whether our children know we are or not. However, we would rather them come to us on their own to talk to us about such matters—whether it be good or bad. Oh, how God must feel when we do not talk to Him, bringing
him a foothold. May our Almighty powerful God guard our
our burdens or our thanksgiving!
hearts and minds against the devil’s schemes as we wait
So, as the lightning flashed and the thunder roared,
upon Him. May we not grow proud thinking we will be able
I felt God calling me towards Him within the storm, just
to handle our problems by ourselves without counsel and
as He gave Peter permission to step out of the boat in the
help from He who knows everything. When we consume
storm on the lake (Matthew 14:25-29). Unlike us, God is
ourselves with work, idols, and even what seems innocent—
omnipotent, omnipresent, and omniscient. When we are
like constantly cleaning the house without setting apart time
burdened, He wants to carry it. When we call out to Him
for God—we and our family suffers. May God convict us
for help, He wants to listen and help. “I removed the
to listen and obey Him with open minds and hearts. I pray
burden from their shoulders; their hands were set free
we are reminded that God rejoices in our happiness in Him.
from the basket. In your distress you called and I rescued
Who better to share in that joy with than the One who gives
you, I answered you out of a thundercloud; I tested you at
it to us freely? Let us talk to Him and spend time with Him
the waters of Meribah,” (Psalm 81:6-7).
as joyful obedient children.
Even when we are full of happiness, He wants to God! Yet, how dare we reject Him, lose our faith, and begin
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About The Author
rejoice with us too (Zephaniah 3:17). How loving is our
Nikki Hill hopes to use all that she has learned and her spiritual gifts for the kingdom of God, all while becoming a better wife, mother, and neighbor as God calls her.
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Who In the World Is Gene Hickerson?
T
by Jack Borders
his is an exciting time for football fans as we look forward to seeing how our favorite teams will perform this season. We toss
around names like Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers, Derrick Henry, and many other popular players. If we think back to the 70s, names like Terry Bradshaw, Franco Harris, and Lynn Swann come to mind. Fans from the 50s and 60s remember legendary running back Jim Brown. Then there is Gene Hickerson. Gene Hickerson? Who in the world is Gene Hickerson? Gene Hickerson played right guard for the Cleveland Browns from 1958-1973. In his time with the Browns, Hickerson anchored the offensive line, leading the way for running backs Jim Brown, Bobby Mitchell, and Leroy Kelly. Behind the blocking of Hickerson and the other linemen, Brown led the league in rushing eight years and Kelly led the league for two years. Brown, Mitchell, and Kelly were all three inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame. by football fans, no one seems to know the name of Gene Hickerson. In 2007, Hickerson was finally inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame. Confined to a wheelchair, he was pushed on stage by Jim Brown, Bobby Michell, and Leroy Kelly—once again leading the way for the star running backs. Offensive linemen labor in the trenches doing an important job, their names often unknown by the average fan. Likewise, many of us have roles serving the body of Christ behind the scenes unnoticed. However, like Gene Hickerson, our roles are equally
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important as those serving in the forefront—each one performing their duty for the glory of God. Everyone sees the pastor and the singers. Yet, we cannot forget the importance of those we do not see, such as the Audio Team working to allow us to hear clearly. We must not forget those who empty the trash, vacuum the carpet, and clean the bathrooms. Equal honor should be bestowed on those who greet visitors and take care of the groundskeeping. There is a place for all of us and we are all important to the furtherance of the kingdom. About The Author
While these three running backs are well known
Jack Borders is a Christ follower, husband, father, grandfather and caregiver living in Cleveland, Tennessee.
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Tattletales and Bent Batons
M
by Monica Gambrell
any dark lessons are learned when one grows up in an abusive
household, some to be forgotten. One lesson that has stayed with me long-term, however, regards what it means to be a “tattletale.” My generation grew up with the notion that to be a “whistle-blower,” “rat-fink,” or a “tattletale,” was the death of one’s character. It was strictly taboo. When I was three or four years old, my sister broke the arm off my new doll. I do not remember whether this was intentional
he has done has been done through God,”
or not, and that is not important. My feelings were
(John 3:21).
hurt and I knew of no other remedy than to tell my father. Although I had seen his temper on many
• “Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free,” (John 8:32).
occasions, it did not register in my young brain what
• “Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will in all
the consequences of that action might be. They were
things grow up into him who is the head, that is,
horrendous. He took my sister’s shiny silver twirling
Christ,” (Ephesians 4:15).
baton and abused her. I was horrified. I understood
It was not until I became a parent myself, that
clearly then that my words had incredible power, and
it dawned on me—there are times when being a
even at the tender age, I knew how dangerous they
“tattletale” is perfectly acceptable. When an individual
could be.
is in danger of physical, emotional, or spiritual harm,
• “The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all
or when moral boundaries are being crossed, be a
who call on him in truth,” (Psalm 145:18).
“tattletale!” Our beliefs and actions must be based in
• “These are the things you are to do: Speak the
truth, not on the accepted norms of our generation.
truth to each other, and render true and sound
There are eighty verses in the Bible where Jesus says,
judgement in your courts,” (Zechariah 8:16).
“I tell you the truth.” If we are to follow His example,
• “But whoever lives by the truth comes into the light, so that it may be seen plainly that what
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In The Beginning
“F
by Todd R. Gunderson
ar, far away,” “Once upon a time,” “Long, long
to recall Genesis 1:1 when I hear these words. In fact, ask
ago,” and “It was a dark and stormy night” are
anyone you know and see if they can tell you the first words
commonly used story starters. However, the
of the Bible. You will be amazed at the number of people
latter, the opening line from Paul Clifford, a novel by Edward
who know. You may also be amazed by the number of
Bulwer-Lytton published in 1830, has been used for more
people who know nothing else about the Bible. Paul Clifford
than story starting—it is frequently used to indicate sarcasm
also suffers from the same fate. Many have heard, “It was
in literary elements, short funny stories, and jokes. Each of
a dark and stormy night…” and many use it as a sarcastic
these beginnings certainly communicates what might be
start to their own stories. But have you ever heard the
expected. A story starter is important.
rest of the sentence, “…the rain fell in torrents—except at occasional intervals, when it was checked by a violent gust of wind which swept up the streets (for it is in London that our scene lies), rattling along the housetops, and fiercely agitating the scanty flame of the lamps that struggled against the darkness.” The writing is beautiful and sets a great scene, but believe it or not, The BulwerLytton Fiction Contest, “…challenges participants to write an atrocious opening sentence to the worst novel never written.” Sounds unfair in a way, considering the beautiful description he paints. The best story ever written rarely receives criticism for its beginning. The
If you think about it, we all have a story starter. I often
Bible has endured for 2700 years, yet its beginning shares
joke about my beginning starting with my father, who as a
the most important truth we have—that God created our
young man plowed the dusty fields on the plains of North
world and all that is in it. The Biblical narrative shares how
Dakota. The family eked out a living as sharecroppers in
we can all have new beginnings through Christ who is the
the 1940’s. It’s a true story with a humble beginning, but
Word. John 1:1 proclaims, “In the beginning was the Word,
it relates an important truth I like to bring forth; my father
and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.” I
worked hard and endured many hardships along the way.
encourage you to open the Bible’s New Testament and find
Knowing his success, you would know why I am proud.
the lovely words in Matthew 5:14-16, so you, too, can be the
As the start of Paul Clifford, every story starter serves its purpose. “In the beginning…” is another important
light of the world. Find your story beginning as the flame that fights against the darkness.
fairytale connotation of the word “story”). These are the three words that start our Holy Bible. I find it hard not
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About The Author
narrative starter (I use narrative to disassociate from the Todd R. Gunderson is a teacher, author, and woodworker who lives and works in Cleveland, TN. He has been teaching for 25 years for Bradley County Schools. He earned his teaching degree at Lee University and a Master of Science in Education from Arkansas State University. Todd lives the country life with his wife, Laura, 4 children, 4 cats, and 2 dogs. You can see his books and woodworking projects at ToddRGunderson.com.
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The Olive Cart Boutique & Gifts
O
by Jodi Varnado
ne of the features of a small-town charm is
Biblically-minded and family-focused. Amanda’s children
being able to shop small and support a local
are even the source of The Olive Cart’s name. “It’s a
shop owner—a sense of community we cherish
combination of my children’s names without actually
here in the South. The Olive Cart Boutique & Gifts, a
using their names—Alivia and Carter—while also having
hometown boutique run by the owner, Amanda Tripp, is
a Biblical note. Alivia’s name stems from olives, olive trees,
one such example!
and olive branches, which are all mentioned throughout the
The Olive Cart Boutique & Gifts opened in November
Bible and carry different meanings each time, such as peace,
of 2020, but it has been an inspired idea of Amanda’s for a
cleansing, healing, victory, etc. With Carter, the meaning of
while. “I have worked in retail previously, for about seven
his name is a cart, driver of a cart, etc. I hope that through
years, and I always really enjoyed it. Having my store was
my business, I am able to drive the cart with God’s Word to
something I’ve wanted for a long time, but I never dreamed
all I meet,” said Tripp.
it was possible. Over time, God has placed certain people
Amanda’s business grew out of need—a need for
in my life at the right times, and with their suggestions and
creative fulfillment and financial support. Little did she
ideas, my dream became a reality. My husband—rather, my
know that handcrafted earrings and soap would eventually
biggest fan—has been an overwhelming supporter of my
lead to an entire storefront. “My youngest child—who will
dream too,” said Tripp.
be nine in October—was diagnosed with Spinal Muscular
The boutique not only carries with it a sense of hometown delight, but the store atmosphere is also
26 // October 2021
Atrophy when she was fifteen months old. Due to her frequent doctor’s appointments, therapies, and clinical trial
appointments, I gave up my full-time job to stay home and
the Dalton community at large. “I participate as a donor
take care of her. Although I loved every minute of my time
and vendor in Catwalk for a Cause for Jonathan’s House
at home with both of my children, I did end up battling
Ministries—a local non-profit that supports foster children
depression because I was no longer able to help financially
who have aged out of the foster care system. I also love
support our family. So, I tried several things over the course
building relationships with my customers. The conversations
of six years to try and have something for myself. Then one
I have with each and every one of them is something I look
day, I started making leather earrings. That’s actually how
forward to when I open up each day,” said Tripp.
my business started. Then I started dabbling in handmade
As The Olive Cart Boutique & Gifts reaches its first
soaps. I still make earrings sometimes if I have some extra
anniversary, show your support by shopping small and
free time, and I’ve passed the soap-making duties onto my
serving the community—while also treating yourself or
mom. She does well about keeping the store fully stocked,”
someone you love to a new addition to the wardrobe!
said Tripp.
Visit Amanda at The Olive Cart Boutique & Gifts at 2518
The Olive Cart Boutique & Gifts not only has
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thoughtful, handmade treasures but something for every
Friday 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 10:00
member of the family! “The store is a great place to find
a.m. – 5:00 p.m. You can visit The Olive Cart Boutique &
trendy tween clothing and shoes—ages seven and up. I keep
Gifts’ Facebook page, @theolivecartaccessories, or follow their
a small section of baby and toddler clothing. We also have
Instagram account, @the.olive.cart, to stay up to date on sale
a great variety of men’s outdoor lifestyle apparel, hats, and
information and new inventory. You can contact Amanda via
shoes. I always have tons of different graphic tee options for
email at theolivecartaccessories@gmail.com or call the store at
women, as well as handbags, jewelry, accessories, and gifts,”
(706)-934-4386 for any questions. We hope to see you there!
said Tripp. Amanda’s wonderful and inclusive selection of products is only part of the reason to visit The Olive Cart Boutique & Gifts—the other stems from a community connection. Amanda is passionate about serving her customers and
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Gò0dNews for Everyone
Rough Road Ready
M
by Heather Tate
y husband and I love to hike nature trails, and I feel like I am constantly reminding him to
• Rocks—The LORD is my rock: Psalm 18:2 (CSB) says, “The LORD is my rock, my fortress, and my
watch out for the roots, rocks, and ruts along
deliverer, my God, my rock where I seek refuge,
the trail. The trails are well-worn and soothing to my
my shield and the horn of my salvation, my
soul. Walking alone on one of my favorite trails reminds me that sometimes, even a straight path is rough with roots, rocks, and ruts. Even when I try to keep my eyes
stronghold.” • Ruts—Blessed to endure the test: James 1:12 (CSB) says, “Blessed is the one who endures trials
on the trail to ensure I do not miss the obstacles that may
because when he has stood the test, he will receive
trip me up, a foot often gets caught, and I stumble. As a
the crown of life that God has promised to those
believer, life is often filled with these rough roads, and
who love him.”
they can still throw us off track if we are not rough road ready. The trails’ roots, rocks, and ruts remind me of obstacles in life that we often face. The immovable, rigid, sometimes abrasive challenges leave us wounded and striving for a resolution and restoration. These wounds may be more profound than any physical pain, so time on the trail is time spent with the Lord. I love to invite the Lord to join me on my walk through the roots, rocks, and ruts on the trail and in life. When we reframe our thinking with a foundation of biblical truth, we can open our hearts to the refinement and restoration that only Christ can give. Luke 24:32 (CSB) states, “They said to each other, ‘Weren’t our hearts burning within us while he was talking with us on the road and explaining the Scriptures to us?’” Inviting Jesus into our challenges and reframing our thoughts with God’s Word transforms our experience with roots, rocks, and ruts. Let’s take a look at verses that can restore our thinking: • Roots—May we be rooted in Christ Jesus: Colossians 2:6-7 (CSB) says, “So then, just as you have received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to
When we reframe our thoughts around obstacles, we open ourselves up to accept God’s refinement in our life. He restores us when we seek and praise Him. Leaning on God allows us to face life’s obstacles and overcome them, even when they are disguised as roots, rocks, and ruts. Remember, we are commanded to be strong and courageous because the LORD is with us wherever we go (Joshua 1:9). The Word of God gets us rough road ready!
established in the faith, just as you were taught, and overflowing with gratitude.”
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About The Author
walk in him, being rooted and built up in him and Heather Tate is the founder and president of Intricate Umbrella Inc, a Public Relations and Communications company. Heather’s desire is to help anyone fulfill their true purpose in life through education and personal development. To find out more about Intricate Umbrella Inc and services offered, visit IntricateUmbrella.com or email Heather@IntricateUmbrella.com.
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He Taught Me How to Fly by Pamela Latham
left some real bad stuff behind me,
I’m walking in his favor,
Jesus carried me through pain,
He removed that infected thorn,
He filled my heart with joy,
He’s the only true friend I’ve ever had, He’s got me higher than the sky,
I laugh and smile daily,
He threw me up into the air,
I thank Jesus every morn,
After he taught me how to fly!
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My life has not been quite the same,
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Tempted In the Wilderness
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ur wilderness experiences tell us exactly who we are in our hearts. God uses the wilderness to grow us and show us areas that still need attention in our lives.
No one is exempt from the Holy Spirit walking them into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil, not even Jesus. And for Him, it happened immediately after a great move of God. “In those days Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan. And when He came up out of the water, immediately He saw the heavens being torn open and the Spirit descending on Him like a dove. And a voice came from heaven, ‘You are my beloved Son; and with you, I am well pleased.’ The Spirit immediately drove Him out into the wilderness. And He was in the wilderness forty days, being tempted by Satan. And He was with the wild animals, and the angels were ministering to Him” (Mark 1:9-13, ESV). We see the Trinity in full force at this moment. God is three persons, but One being, and we see this beautifully manifested at Jesus’ baptism. Jesus is being baptized obediently by John, who is reluctant because he knows who Jesus is. He knows Jesus is the Son of God who has never sinned. He preached of Christ coming with boldness proceeding this very moment. As Jesus walks onto the scene John says, “Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world” (John 1:29, ESV). Father God spoke audibly over His life, giving testament to His identity. The Holy Spirit descended onto Him and immediately led Him to be tempted. What a glorious portrait of the One True King! We can truly learn how to fight temptations from how Jesus reacted to the schemes of the devil. Although He was completely sinless, He gives the example of the life we are to lead in response to warfare from the enemy. He faced the same temptations that we do when He walked the earth. “For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sin” (Hebrews 4:15, ESV). Let us learn from these three temptations to better equip us in our own spiritual warfare. There is so much more depth than this one article can attain, so we will lay the temptations out in this first one, as we ponder them in our own hearts.
1. The temptation of hunger and being satisfied. “Then the tempter approached Him and said, ‘If you are the Son of God, tell these stones to become bread’” (Matthew 4:3, CSB). 2. The temptation of putting God to the test to get what we want (control and manipulation). “Then the devil took Him to the holy city, had him stand on the pinnacle of the temple, and said to Him, ‘If you are the Son of God, throw yourself down. For it is written: He will give His angels orders concerning you, and they will support you with their hands so that you will not strike your foot against the stone’” (Matthew 4:6, CSB). 3. The temptation of worshipping anything or anyone other than the Lord God Almighty. “Again, the devil took Him to a very high mountain and showed Him all the kingdoms of the world and their splendor. And he said to Him, ‘I will give you all these things if you will fall down and worship me’”
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The Choice Will Always Be Yours
uke 10:38-42 tells the story of Mary and Martha, two sisters, and their choices. The sisters welcome Jesus and His followers into their home. As you read, imagine your family has invited friends over for a fall bonfire in your backyard. While having guests in your home is a positive experience, it can also be stressful—especially when you have preconceived notions about how the event should unfold. Now, let us see what we can learn from the choices of these two sisters as they throw a party. One sister, Mary, sat at the Lord’s feet listening to him while Martha was distracted with preparations. I can hear Martha saying, “Can you believe Mary is leaving me all this work to do by myself? I want this meal to be perfect, and I need her to make the bread.” After milling around the kitchen another five minutes, her anger gets the best of her. She marches in to see Jesus, “Lord, don’t you care that my sister has left me to do all the work by myself? Tell her to help me!” (Luke 10:40). Sound familiar? How many times has our justified anger reached our boiling point—when we begin to think we know best? Sometimes, we get so bold, we approach the Lord and explain in detail how He needs to handle the situation. We, a people who barely understand our thoughts and feelings, think we know best. We try to advise the One who sees into everyone’s hearts how to run the show. Remember the bonfire I told you you’re planning? Your guest will be arriving in thirty minutes, and you are not ready. A fight breaks out between you and your spouse. The husband wants his wife to make the salad, but she is putting on her makeup. As a wife, you think your husband should be blowing off the driveway, yet he is nowhere to be found. Yes, I rest my case. The story is still relevant today. Husbands and wives tend to play this dangerous little game from time to time—Who contributes to the family the most? We think we know best when it comes to how they should spend their time. I love how Jesus responds to Martha’s request. I imagine Jesus shaking His head as He says, “Martha, Martha, you are worried and upset about many things, but only one
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thing is needed. Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her” (Luke 10:41-42). Okay, wait, Jesus, what is the one thing that is needed? What is better than being productive and prepared? Mary was simply being with Jesus! She sat at His feet listening. Being with someone you love and listening to them is better than being busy and pursuing perfection. Are we filling our October calendars so full we are missing the one thing that is needed—the one thing that will never be taken away from us?
Jesus addressed the condition of Martha’s heart. He told her she was worried and upset about many things. Jesus helps reveal to us the condition of our hearts too. Martha’s actions teach us another important lesson. We can and should bring our emotions to the Lord, even when we are acting like whining toddlers—that might be the time to run and find Him quickly. Jesus lovingly reset Martha’s heart and priorities for the day. He is willing and able to work on our hearts too. What is the condition of your heart? Do you make time to be with Jesus? Mary made the better choice that day, but we also have that same choice every single day. The choice will always be yours, but time spent with the Lord always yields the best returns! About The Author
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Jennifer Hastings and her husband, Stewart live in Rocky Face with their three children. She works for Dalton Public Schools as a curriculum specialist. You can check out their blog at thatsthewayweseeit.com.
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Noteworthy s a teacher, I often find myself in the middle of an explanation and see the blank look on a student’s face. The problem occurs when I am using a multimeaning word. Take the word note, which by the way, has several meanings. Musical “notes” have given me great pleasure over the years. Dick Clark once said, “Music is the soundtrack of your life.” I believe that. Music evokes such memories and emotions for me. The hymn “Love Lifted Me” takes me back to the wooden pew, sitting by Nana, eating cookies she packed in her purse. Doobie Brothers’ “Takin’ It to The Streets” has me marching on the football field in 1982. The “Bye, Baby Bunting” lullaby puts me rocking in a chair, snuggling with my girls, who are all grown up now. “We Are Family” by Sister Sledge brings my mind to a fashion show orchestrated by the local hospital as a fundraiser. My three sisters and I participated. What a sweet moment as our younger sister walked onto the stage. She had been in a horrible car accident the year before. It was a miracle she had lived, let alone about to walk! Note-worthy indeed. My favorite “notes” are the ones we leave for others. I tried to sneak notes in my girls’ lunch boxes or gym bags over the years to remind them how much they are loved. Recently, I helped a friend—whose mom passed away about a year ago—pack for a move back to her childhood hometown. Amid the boxes, she appeared carrying a large Ziplock bag. It was filled with yellow sticky notes that her mom had left in various places every time she had visited. I once read a story about a teacher who asked her students to “note” characteristics about their classmates. Many years later, one of those students was killed while serving his country. At the funeral viewing, some of his classmates discovered the young man had carried his peer’s notes in his wallet all those years. Noting the significance of others’ words, I was prompted to begin the activity in my fifth-grade classroom. I challenged the students to look for traits that others might overlook. One particular year, I had a student who had a
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severe reading disability. He could not even write words, just a string of letters with no spaces. I tried to help Gabriel fit in by helping us with tasks in our room—adjusting technology cords and desks. He had a good sense of humor also, but he got so overwhelmed with his school work. The special educator took Gabriel to her room and read his notes to him: “You are funny,” “You are funny,” “You make me laugh.” But one brought tears to his eyes: “You are the bravest person I know.” At my age, mental “notes” are important. I certainly need to take notes to remember things. For instance, I
recently exited a grocery store and searched for my car. I often forget to note where I have parked. Spotting a sliver car, I strolled over only to realize it was pulling out of the spot. I quickly diverted my look to another car, hoping the driver did not think I was about to get in with him. I find myself writing notes and numbers on my hand when paper is not handy. However, with soap and water, they easily wash away. Not with God. He has noted us from the beginning. For when our names are engraved in our Heavenly Father’s hand, we will never be forgotten or washed away—Isaiah 49:16. About The Author
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His Grace is Sufficient
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by Brent Goodge
oday, the world looks a whole lot like Matthew 24:7,
Paul to ask in frustration like Esau, “Bless me—me also, O
“For nation will rise against nation, and kingdom
my Father!” (Genesis 27:34).
against kingdom. And there will be famines,
In response to Paul’s prayer for healing, Christ gave him
pestilences, and earthquakes in various places” (NKJV).
something infinitely better. Christ assured Paul that He was
The passage continues to prophesy religious persecution
in control, that He would never withhold anything from
and deception.
Paul that would be for his ultimate good, and that He could
Does any of this sound like our world today? How
best work for the salvation of souls, including Paul’s, by not
many millions will die of Covid? How many floods, fires, hurricanes and earthquakes can we take? How many Christians will be tortured and killed because they refuse to renounce the blood of Christ as their only Hope of salvation? You can almost hear the cry, “How long, O Lord?” (Revelation 6:10). “How long will the wicked triumph?” (Psalm 94:3). The apostle Paul dealt with some sort of physical malady. What that was, the Bible does not say. Some have guessed poor vision after Jesus restored Paul’s sight through Ananias (Acts 9:17-18). We do not know for sure. Whatever Paul suffered, it truly bothered him. There is no record of his praying for his back to be healed after the severe beating he received at Philippi (Acts 16:22-23). The Bible never says Paul prayed for God to remove the effects of the head injuries after
granting healing of this malady. “My grace is sufficient for
being stoned in Lystra (Acts 14:19). But this “thorn in the
you, for My strength is made perfect in [your] weakness” (2
flesh” led Paul to plead with God three times to remove it (2
Corinthians 12:9).
Corinthians 12:7-8).
Matthew 24 predicts terrible religious persecution, but it results in taking the gospel everywhere. “And this gospel of
miraculous healings of all sorts of diseases (Acts 19:11). The
the kingdom will be preached in all the world as a witness
sick or their families would send handkerchiefs to Paul to
to all nations, and then the end will come” (Matthew 24:14).
touch and upon their return home, these objects would be
“The earth was illuminated with His glory” (Revelation
used to heal the sick (Acts 19:12). Shipwrecked on Malta,
18:1). “Even so, come, Lord Jesus. The grace of our Lord
Christ worked through Paul to every single disease on
Jesus Christ be with you all” (Revelation 22:20-21). His grace
the entire island (Acts 28:9). Imagine seeing Jesus not just
is sufficient for us!
working all around you, but through you, and yet you could not receive healing for your disease. It would be so easy for
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Remember that Paul was used by God to perform
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Pumpkin Cream Cheese Bread by Pam Wattenbarger
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his Pumpkin Cream Cheese Bread recipe makes a thick, dense bread that combines all
the favorite flavors of fall. It’s delicious for breakfast or for snacks, especially when served warm with a pat of butter. Be sure to use canned pumpkin, not pumpkin pie filling. The pecans can be omitted or walnuts can be substituted. For anyone who needs a gluten-free version, simply substitute 1 cup of Oneto-One Gluten-free Baking Mix for the all-purpose flour.
Ingredients • 1 cup all-purpose flour • 2 teaspoons baking soda • ½ teaspoon baking powder • 1 teaspoon salt • 2 teaspoons cinnamon • ½ teaspoon allspice • 1 cup sugar • 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened • ½ cup butter, softened • 4 large eggs • 1 (15-ounce) canned pumpkin
Instructions 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. 2. In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and allspice until blended. Set aside. 3. Place the sugar, cream cheese, and butter in a large mixing bowl. Using a mixer, blend at medium speed until the mixture is combined. 4. Add the eggs, one at a time, and mix until blended after each addition. Add the canned pumpkin. Mix until blended. 5. Add the flour mixture to the pumpkin mixture. Stir until moistened. Stir in the pecans, if using. 6. Spray two 9” by 5” bread pans with nonstick cooking spray. Divide the batter equally between the two pans. 7. Bake at 350 for 45 minutes, checking every five minutes after 30 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the center of the loaves comes out clean.
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• 1 cup chopped pecans (optional) Pam Wattenbarger is the author of The New Southern Cookbook: Classic Family Recipes and Modern Twists on Old Favorites & The Southern Air Fryer Cookbook. Find her recipes and more at SimplySouthernMom.com.
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round September, it seems that Georgians are hit
around North Georgia, there is a market on the way to Blue
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infamous pumpkin spice lattes and pumpkin muffins
(I do not even like pork rinds, and I eat these). On the way
in the grocery stores. Never mind that it is still 100 degrees
toward Blue Ridge, you will start seeing signs for Mercier
outside, as it does not seem to bother any of us. Typically,
Orchards. Make sure you go early to avoid the apple-picking
Labor Day marks the end of summer and the beginning of
crowds. Do not forget to buy an apple pie to have at home!
fall. If you have read my articles before, you know that my
After all of the snacking that you have done, it is time for
family and I spend a lot of time on the lake. During this time,
a real meal. Our “go-to” restaurant is Biguns’ Barbecue in
we all get a little sad that another summer has come and gone.
Talking Rock. We have all tried an assortment of dishes, from
We always try to make lots of memories. We treasure our time
brisket to barbecue to grilled chicken to smoked sausage.
boating and staying up way past our bedtime.
We have enjoyed everything we have ever ordered. I highly
With the end of the warm temperatures and the
recommend eating lunch or dinner at Biguns’. You will
beginning of crisp, fall mornings comes the itch of apple
definitely compare all other barbecue restaurants to this one.
picking, pumpkin carving, and craft festivals. My family
As a North Georgian my whole life, I feel like I am well
and I always plan a trip to Ellijay or Blue Ridge to visit
versed in fall craft festivals. Although some are better than
the various apple barns. One of our favorites is Panorama
others, there is not one that is just “okay.” Most that I have
Orchards & Farm Market—hello, fried apple pies and
attended seem to be well planned, with a lot of variety of
hand-scooped ice cream! Do not forget the samples of jellies,
participating vendors. A few of my favorites are Chiaha
barbecue sauces, and applesauce—all of which are spooned
Harvest Fair in Rome, Rose Lawn Arts Festival in Cartersville,
onto a saltine cracker. I would never eat a saltine cracker
and the Georgia Apple Festival in Ellijay. All of these festivals
with a dollop of jelly on it at home, but for some reason, it
have unique features and offer lots of different fun activities.
is delicious at Panorama. If you have not been to Panorama,
These festivals are just as much a social event as a festival to
make sure you try the samples that are on display. Do not
browse. We always run into a coworker, a church friend, or a
forget the apple cider to take home with you. It is delicious!
neighbor that we visit before heading down the next aisle. I
If you want to make a day of roaming
think outside social events are unique to the southern United States. I cannot think of a better place to raise a family—a place where apples and pumpkins are abundant and where festivals are entertaining.
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Ecclesiastes 3:1-8.
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Weathering The Storms of Life
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by Stephanie Shrum
torms come and go. Sometimes, we get warnings that
Spirit gave comfort as promised. (“He will give you another
one is on the way, and other times they hit suddenly
comforter” John 14:16).
and unexpectedly. Some can be quite frightening.
I recall a time that a strain of tornados blew through the
We all go through storms, sometimes literal weather issues, other times stressful life issues, like sickness, loss,
area where I live. My children and I were in our safe place
heartache, etc. When you are in the middle of chaos, it is
when the power went out and our cell service stopped. We
difficult to keep calm and stay in faith. We have to wait it
had lost all contact with the outside world. The last text
out, sometimes in prayerful peace and other times in panic.
we had received from a friend explained that there was a massive tornado tearing through our small town. Then everything went still. We sat in the closet underneath the staircase in our home with our only hope—prayer. As I prayed, the Lord softly spoke to my spirit, “Psalm 91.” In this passage, it says that He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings, you will find refuge. It brought comfort and peace amid uncertainty. Although I could not see what was happing around me—now I am thankful for that—I knew that God was with us and that He was assuring us of safety. What a tremendous
When it is over and things settle down, only then can we
relief that was.
look at the entire picture and see that God was there all
The next day, I ventured out to assess the damage. The
along and can be trusted. We are not promised a life without
entire town was hit by multiple tornados. I spoke with one
storms, but the Lord has promised to weather those storms
of my neighbors who informed me that he had watched
with us. Fortunately, I am learning with each one to trust
what looked like one headed directly toward my house but
in the Lord a little more and hopefully handle the next one
then it turned and went around it. There was no damage
with a bit more grace.
to my property. I was reminded of another portion of that
The next time you find yourself in the middle of a storm,
passage that says, “If you say, ‘The Lord is my refuge,
invite Jesus in and let Him keep you in His Perfect Peace.
and you make the Most High your dwelling, no harm will
(“You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are
overtake you, no disaster will come near your tent.’”
steadfast because they trust in you” Isaiah 26:3).
relevant. At that moment during that particular storm, the Lord knew the outcome for me was good and the Holy
48 // October 2021
About The Author
This is not to say that this passage will always be Stephanie Shrum is the ASA for PCM/ J103/ComeOnLetsGo ministries. She is a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She is also the author/creator of the blog: runninganegativesplit.com.
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Rest Brings Success
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by Linda Ray Center
o there is a special rest still waiting for the
from releasing them. As an overachiever, it is hard to admit
people of God. For all who have entered into
you struggle.
God’s rest have rested from their labors, just as
I kept hearing in my spirit, “BE STILL, REST.” That is
God did after creating the world” (Hebrews 4:9-10, NLT).
not what I wanted to do. It is far easier to be “doing” before
At times, do you feel emotionally exhausted or
God than it is to be still. Finally, out of sheer exhaustion, I
disconnected from working at home or from your job? I hope you find encouragement to continue toward your goals and not give up. It is important to rest when struggles
decided to take the rest God offers. After a few days of stillness, I called a realtor to sell my house. I packed my belongings then, trusting God, and I
abound. Sometimes, stress and problems lead to mental and physical exhaustion. When fatigue creeps in, rest helps to recharge our batteries. After proper rest, our minds and bodies are ready to continue toward our goals. Rest also helps us achieve our God-given potential. Recently, I traveled to Florida to put my small investment property up for sale after my renter’s contract ended. I found my couch and dining room set missing, along with the renter. After a good cry, I placed a sale-by-owner sign in the window. Soon afterward, a lady stopped to view my home and decided to purchase the house. Writing my first purchase agreement caused me much distress. A home inspector pointed out a few issues. The buyer chose to back out of the deal even
headed home in peace. Once again, I found that He began to
though I agreed to repair the inspector’s findings.
work on my behalf when I laid my burdens down.
I learned everything I could to get the house in quality
Seven hours after the listing went live on the internet,
shape, but I never felt adequate to fix the repairs, so I
the realtor showed the property three times. By the end of
needed wisdom about whom to hire. My attempts to find
the day, a contract came in for the asking price.
replacement furniture, remodel, and make decisions about
Listen to your body. If you are overly stressed or have
the repairs wrecked my body and mind causing me to
no energy to push through the challenges life sends your
shut down. I did not know how to proceed. That is when I
way, do your best to enter God’s special rest. He wants us to
remembered Exodus 14:14, “The LORD will fight for you;
rest to continue on our way to success.
I wanted to let go of the struggles, but questioned whether I could let God fight my battles. Pride stopped me
50 // October 2021
About The Author
you need only to be still.” Linda Ray Center writes about everyday life with God, others, and self, as an author, freelance writer, and blogger at www.lindaraycenter.com. She resides in charming Chattanooga and will showcase her grandchildren’s pictures at any given moment.
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