Golden Tee Golf Club Presents Its 2025 Scholarship Winners
Supporting Higher Education, One Swing at a Time
The 43rd Annual Scholarship Open Golf Tournament was once again a resounding success, serving as the cornerstone fundraising event for the Golden Tee Golf Club’s annual scholarship program. For decades, this event has helped the organization support young people in their pursuit of higher education, providing them with a valuable jump start toward their future careers.
This year’s tournament was held Saturday, May 24, through Sunday, May 25, 2025, at the scenic Pecan Valley Golf Course, “River Course”—a venue widely recognized as one of the top municipal courses in Texas. The River Course stretches approximately 6,100 yards from the Regular (White) Tees and up to 6,600 yards from the Championship (Blue) Tees. It also features a dedicated driving range located just across the river from the clubhouse, complete with target greens and a practice sand trap.
For many in the community—parents, grandparents, and supporters alike—the importance of investing in the next generation’s success is undeniable. The Golden Tee Golf Club has long stood
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as part of that “village,” having awarded more than 25 scholarships to deserving students over the years. This year, the club proudly named two 2025 Scholarship Recipients:
Miss Zaria G. Manuel, who will attend Texas Southern University in Houston, TX, pursuing a degree in Biomedical Engineering
Miss Monique N. Hill, who will attend Texas
Wesleyan University in Fort Worth, TX, pursuing a degree in Computer Science
Each student received a $2,000 scholarship to support their academic journeys. Founded in 1982 and in-
corporated in 1986, Golden Tee Golf Club, Inc. is a nonprofit organization based in Fort Worth with a long-standing history of community involvement. The club has supported numerous local
and national causes over the years, including the American Red Cross, Alzheimer’s Association, Boy Scouts of America, The First Tee of Fort Worth, Goodfellow, NAACP, and various churches and community groups. Golden Tee Golf Club, Inc. is committed to high standards of conduct and community service, fostering meaningful friendships and supporting efforts to build a better community. The club is also a proud member of the Southwestern Regional Golf Association (SWRGA), one of ten clubs across eight cities. This year’s SWRGA Open Tournament will be held September 20–21, 2025, with the location to be announced.
Membership in the Golden Tee Golf Club is open to all, regardless of gender, with current handicaps ranging from 7 to 30. Meetings are held on the first and third Thursday of each month from April through October, with weekly meetings in May leading up to the tournament.
For more information, visit goldenteefw.org or contact: Golden Tee Golf Club, Inc. P.O. Box 50522 Fort Worth, TX 76105
FOSTER RETURNS TO FORT WORTH: Pitch, Hit &
Run Invitational Becomes a Grand Slam for Fun Over Guns
FORT WORTH, TX —
With a bat in hand and faith in their hearts, the children of North Texas are running toward something greater. This summer, Gateway Park became sacred ground for the third annual Rube Foster Pitch, Hit & Run Invitational, a transformative youth event uniting families, churches, coaches, and communities through the power of baseball and belief. Named for one of the greatest minds
in Black baseball history, this gathering honors the past while pitching a bold vision for the future—where fun wins over fear, and faith steps up to the plate.
The legacy belongs to Andrew “Rube” Foster, who played two memorable seasons in Fort Worth in 1901 and 1902 before going on to found the Negro National League in 1920. Known as the Father of Negro League Baseball, Rube turned dia-
monds into platforms for Black excellence. Today, over 100 years later, his legacy lives on in Fort Worth youth choosing hope over hardship.
“We’re not just honoring Rube Foster—we’re reactivating his vision,” said Pastor Kyev Tatum, founder of Fun Over Guns and lead pastor of New Mount Rose Missionary Baptist Church. “This is about more than the game. It’s about giving our kids the confidence to dream and the
courage to run.”
More Than a Game: A Revival on the Diamond
With more than 75 young athletes from Fort Worth, Arlington, Crandall, Coppell, Burleson, Grand Prairie, Rhome—and even Oklahoma—this year’s event became a powerful symbol of unity, purpose, and promise.
Hosted in partnership with the City of Fort Worth Parks & Recreation Department, the Texas Rangers Baseball Foundation, Bowtie Boys, and the Ministers Justice Coalition, the Invitational turned Gateway Park into a stage for joy, hope and healing.
Kids pitched with purpose,
hit with heart, and ran with radiant determination. Firsttimers found their rhythm. Shy children discovered confidence. Coaches became mentors. And every parent in the stands became a believer.
Rube Foster’s Spirit Returns to Cowtown
Before Rube Foster transformed American baseball, he was dazzling fans right here in Fort Worth—laying the groundwork for a movement that would lift up a generation of Black athletes and visionaries.
Today, the Rube Foster Pitch, Hit & Run Invitational stands as a living tribute to that legacy. It’s a celebra-
tion of excellence, history, and heritage—reclaiming sports as a sacred space where dreams are nurtured and futures are formed.
The dream is to elevate this Invitational into a premier postseason youth development initiative, hosted annually in Fort Worth and replicated across the state— bringing together children, churches, civic partners, and cultural pride in one shared mission.
Buffalo Soldiers on the Field: Past, Present & Power Held during Buffalo Soldiers Month, this year’s event also honored the historic leg-
Miss Zaria G. Manuel
Miss Monique N. Hill
Designing to Sell vs. Designing to Stay How to Decorate with Purpose
Whether you’re preparing to list your home or planning to stay for years, how you decorate makes a powerful statement. As a real estate agent, I’ve seen firsthand how thoughtful design can influence a buyer’s decision or completely change how a family experiences their home. Let’s explore two different approaches to decorating: one to help you sell, and the other to help you settle in.
Decorating to Sell: Appeal That Sells the Lifestyle: When you’re getting ready to sell your home, the goal is to create a space that buyers can imagine themselves living in. You’re not just selling square footage; you’re selling a lifestyle and a feeling.
Applications Open for the Amon Carter Museum Of American Art’s 2026 Carter Community Artists
Applications open Friday, August 1, 2025, for the Amon Carter Museum of American Art’s 2026 Carter Community Artists. Each year, the Carter selects four local artists to assist with creating, planning, and leading experiences at the Carter and in the community. This yearlong opportunity invites selected artists to collaborate with the Museum’s education team on a wide variety of projects and events designed for audiences of all ages and abilities. Applications will be open through Monday, September 8, 2025, and will be available online at cartermuseum.org/ CCA. Selected artists will be announced in late fall 2025.
Carter Community Artists
is an annual initiative dedicated to supporting and working with local artists. This initiative was launched in 2018 to enhance the Carter’s events, connect the North Texas community with practicing artists, and build a network among local artists.
Carter Community Artists are driven by a deep passion for the arts, a genuine love for our community, and a desire to create connections between audiences and the Museum through collaborative work with Carter staff. Their prac-
tices range across a variety of topics, media, and themes, each bringing a unique point of view to the program.
From January through December, our 2026 Carter Community Artists will bring their skills and perspectives to events and projects as they make connections to the Museum’s expansive collection, exhibitions, and rich history with the local community. Each artist is expected to contribute between 20 and 40 hours over the course of the year. Participation includes a $100/hour honorarium, with hours varying by project.
Follow the Carter on social media at @amoncarter for updates and more information.
with Stephanie Spann
Neutral Isn’t Boring, It’s Strategic: In the Dallas/Fort Worth market, buyers respond well to clean, calm interiors. Use soft, welcoming shades like creamy whites, greys, and warm taupe. Skip bold patterns and bright accent walls and instead bring in interest through textures: think linen curtains, boucle pillows, and woven area rugs. Tone-on-tone styling, for instance ivory with cream, greys with warm wood feels serene and sophisticated.
Declutter and Define Spaces: Less is more when you’re staging. Removing extra furniture and personal items opens up the room and allows potential buyers to imagine their own lives there.
Every space should have a clear function. That extra room? Stage it as a guest suite, home office, or cozy reading nook. Small touches make a big impression.
Highlight What Makes Your Home Unique: If your home has architectural charm such as arched doorways, original hardwoods, crown molding, or custom cabinetry, showcase it! Pair those details with simple lighting and minimal decor so they shine. In DFW, where many homes blend new builds with historic charm, these elements can set your property apart.
Decorating to Stay: Style
That Reflects Your Life: If you’re not selling anytime soon, your home should reflect who you are and how
Pitch, Hit & Run
acy of the Black cavalrymen who served with valor, dignity, and resilience.
Led by Commander RosieLeetta Reed and the Texas Buffalo Soldiers Association, the Young Buffalo Soldiers at the park brought goosebumps to the crowd. Smiles flew, heads turned, and hearts swelled.
As Pastor Tatum noted, many Negro League legends—including Jackie Robinson—served in segregated military units before breaking barriers in baseball. Their stories remind us: greatness is forged in struggle, and legacy is birthed in resistance.
Buffalo Soldiers Sunday –A Citywide Call to Remember.
To deepen this connection, New Mount Rose Missionary Baptist Church will host a special Buffalo Soldiers Sunday on July 27, 2025, the day
before National Buffalo Soldiers Day (July 28), as proclaimed by President George H. W. Bush in 1992.
The worship service will include a tribute to African American military veterans, a community fellowship meal, and a citywide call to remember the sacred responsibility of raising today’s young soldiers—not for war, but for wisdom, wellness, and worth.
Fun Over Guns: A Postseason Platform with Purpose
The Invitational is the cornerstone of the Fun Over
you live. This is where comfort, creativity, and functionality come into play.
Tell Your Story Through Design: This is your chance to personalize. Display art that inspires you, mix in heirloom furniture, or experiment with bold touches like patterned wallpaper in a powder room or sculptural lighting in your entryway. Your home should feel like a reflection of your journey.
Function Comes First, But Make It Stylish: Design around your routines. Maybe that means a custom coffee bar in your bedroom, a stylish mudroom with built-in storage and charging drawers, or a homework nook for the kids. In high-traffic areas, choose performance fabrics and lighting that works just as well during late-night readContinued on page 3
Guns movement—a faithbased initiative using sports, mentorship, and literacy to reduce youth violence and expand opportunity.
“If there’s a pastor, a park, and a few players,” Tatum said, “we’ve got everything we need to transform a town.” Plans are already underway to expand the event across Texas and reach 150 youth in next year’s competition. This is not just an event. It’s a formula: Faith + Family + Fun = Freedom.
Scott Bill Targets USDA Discrimination as Trump Ends DEI Protections
By Stacy M. Brown BlackPressUSA.com
As the Trump administration moves to eliminate key diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) protections at the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Democratic Congressman David Scott of Georgia has introduced legislation aimed at safeguarding the future of Black farmers and reversing decades of systemic discrimination.
On July 17, Scott, a senior member of the House Agriculture Committee, introduced the Black Farmers and Socially Disadvantaged Farmers Increased Market Share Act of 2025. Illinois Democratic Congressman Jonathan Jackson, also a member of the committee, co-sponsored the bill, which aims to expand market access and enforce civil rights protections for farmers who have historically been denied equitable treatment by the federal government. “Generations of Black farmers have lost their land and livelihoods because of systemic discrimination and the federal government’s failures to meaningfully intervene,” Scott said. “Whereas they comprised over 14% of all U.S. farmers less than a century ago, they now represent less than 2%.”
In 1920, there were nearly one million Black farmers in the United States. But today,
fewer than 50,000 remain, Jackson said. “That’s a staggering 95% decline. This did not happen by accident — it is the result of broken policies, discriminatory lending practices, and a lack of market access,” he stated. The bill establishes a competitive grant program to support new and expanding food hubs that enable Black and minority farmers to access wholesale, retail, and institutional markets. It offers a 25% tax credit for agricultural products purchased from those food hubs. It also requires the USDA to prioritize procurement from socially disadvantaged farmers and establishes an independent Office of the Civil Rights Ombudsperson to assist farmers through civil rights claims. Additionally, the measure reforms USDA policies to provide monetary relief to farmers denied access to loan and payment programs due to discrimination.
The bill’s release follows a sweeping policy reversal by the USDA, which recently announced it will no longer use the term “socially disadvantaged” to define farmers affected by racial, ethnic, or gender-based discrimination. That designation, first adopted in the 1990 Farm Bill, had been a critical foundation for programs that served Black, Hispanic, Native American, and Asian producers. According to Capital B News, the agency’s decision came
in response to executive orders issued earlier this year by President Donald Trump that eliminated any mandates or programs supporting DEI.
The USDA stated that it has “sufficiently” addressed its history of discrimination and that moving forward, it will adhere to a race- and genderneutral framework.
Lloyd Wright, a Virginia farmer and former USDA official, stated that the change will disproportionately affect Black farmers. “They’re eliminating socially disadvantaged and anything else dealing with DEI,” Wright told Capital B. “[The government] is going to take back the money — the little bit we were getting—and some of
In Cinque: W annabe H itler
Texas State Representative Jasmine Crockett has assigned the name “Wannabe Hitler” to the current President of the United States of America, Donald John Trump. It does not take much observance to determine why she chose this. Historically, Hitler of Germany, started with the slogan. “Make Germany Great Again!” Mr. Trump’s slogan is “Make America Great Again!” Mr. Hitler ushered in book bans in Germany and targeted the press as well. Mr. Trump has emphasized the same techniques in America and many of the banned books relate to sexual identity as it relates to the LGBTQ+ community. In addition to banning everything connected with the homosexual community, adding refusal to treat children who are in the trans-state as illegal as well.
Hitler blamed immigrants for any and everything and so intended to purify the nation by killing as many peo-
ple as he thought necessary to achieve his goal of national purity, especially the Jew-
IN CINQUE
By Renetta W. Howard
ish population. He created enemies from neighbors and defunded the arts. He stoked fear of outsiders and demonized education. In GOVERNMENTS of GREATER POWERS by Herman Finer, he describes Hitler in Chapter 5, page 645 as “The Making of a Madman: Adolph Hitler. Finer goes on to describe Hitler as a Lunatic on page 651, as he won over three quarters of the German population in all strata of society.
“What is meant by lunatic? “ There are many people in insane asylums sincerely convinced that they are Napoleon or Julius Caesar or… other great men…[and} fanatically believe that they are born to reconstruct the world, that they know how to do it and …. that they alone have
the genius to do it. This was precisely the state of mind of Hitler.” History tells us that Hitler died by suicide.
MAGA in contrast to the Nazi rule of Germany is in a different era when American citizens are more educated and tend to resist extreme actions, though we daily see the purging of people believed not to be American citizens. The Education Department has been abolished in the Federal Government. Funds for the arts and any other worthwhile causes have been slashed or eliminated by President Trump. In addition, to take attention from his association with Harvey Weinstein, he is accusing former President Obama of treason and Beyonce of false payments about some incidence that never occurred. He also wants to rename the Kennedy Center to Melania Trumps’s Center. LORD HAVE MERCY! Let us get ‘in cinque ‘and keep on praying for that DEVINE INTERVENTION!
Trinity Metro Offering Free Transit Rides Aug. 4-10
To help everyone with their summer fun and backto-school activities, Trinity Metro is offering free rides on all local services from Monday, Aug. 4, through Sunday, Aug. 10. Services include bus, train, rideshare and Trinity Metro Bikes. The free rides encompass the sales tax holiday weekend, Aug. 8-10, so back-to-school shoppers can ride transit for free while taking advantage of tax-free shopping.
Simply board the bus or train – no ticket needed –and begin your adventure throughout Tarrant County! Discover details about individual services below.
Trinity Metro TEXRail Haven’t experienced riding Trinity Metro TEXRail to DFW Airport? Now’s your chance. Hop aboard and enjoy a peaceful car-free ride. Find the schedule here.
Trinity Metro Bus
Use a Trinity Metro bus to get to your favorite shopping destination. Take advantage of all the savings during Tax-Free Weekend, including transportation to and from the mall! Trinity Metro bus-
es serve major retail destinations including Hulen Mall, La Gran Plaza de Fort Worth and University Park Village, to name a few. Begin planning your ride here.
Trinity Metro Bikes
Explore the Trinity Trails or any scenic spot courtesy of Trinity Metro Bikes. Our bike sharing program is great exercise and environmentally friendly! With 400 bikes and 62 stations around Fort Worth, your potential destinations are numerous. Although each 30-minute ride is free for the week, your bike usage requires activation of an account and a $50 security deposit held for up to 48 hours. Learn more here.
Trinity Metro On-Demand Ridesharing is fun and Trinity Metro offers the service in select communities within Tarrant County. Similar to Uber and Lyft, Trinity Metro On-Demand allows you to book a ride within a specific service boundary using your smartphone. This corner-to-corner travel is ideal for a quick lunch break so you don’t have to move your vehicle or search for a park-
ing spot when you are pressed for time. Use of the rideshare service requires setting up an account and booking a ride in advance of your trip. See
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the outreach money will be clawed back.” Rep. Shontel Brown of Ohio, a vice-ranking member on the House Agriculture Committee, added that the USDA’s decision was part of “Trump’s resegregation agenda.” She called the rule “a deliberate and disgraceful step backward,” and said the “socially disadvantaged” label was long overdue recognition of the systemic denial of land, credit, and opportunity. Rep. Shomari Figures of Alabama said the administration should be working to ensure Black farmers are never subjected to such discrimination again, not reversing policies that acknowledged that history.
Tiffany Bellfield El-Amin, founder of the Kentucky Black Farmers Association, noted that while the label itself may have had flaws, its removal leaves Black farmers more vulnerable. She said Black producers are often left to navigate USDA programs without the same outreach given to white farmers, and that many with large operations were never disadvantaged to begin with. The USDA’s move comes in response to pressure from white farmers and conservative legal groups. A Wisconsin farmer, Adam Faust, has sued the administration, claiming he faced reverse discrimination in multiple USDA programs. Faust previously led
Talking Real Estate:
a successful lawsuit against the Biden administration in 2021, halting a $4 billion loan forgiveness program aimed at aiding farmers of color. Black farmers continue to challenge federal agencies in court. The Black Farmers and Agriculturalists Association recently sued the USDA for allegedly excluding them from the Discrimination Financial Assistance Program, which provided help to over 43,000 farmers who suffered discrimination before 2021. Senator Raphael Warnock of Georgia said the administration’s actions amount to political theater. “Instead of working to create more certainty for our nation’s farmers and adopting a stable trade agenda, this administration is focused on divisive publicity stunts that will hurt our agriculture industry long-term,” he said.
Scott’s bill builds on years of advocacy, including his efforts to expose that just 0.1% of a $26 billion USDA pandemic relief package went to Black farmers. As Farm Bill reauthorization talks continue in Congress, Scott said this moment must be used to embed equity into agricultural policy. “Congress has a responsibility to reverse the decades of inaction by restoring trust, creating new market opportunities, and ensuring USDA supports our Black and socially disadvantaged farmers,” Scott said.
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Think Long-Term and Flexible: Life changes, and your space should be able to evolve with it. Modular sectionals, dining tables with leaves, and built-ins with adjustable shelving give you flexibility as your needs shift over time. Invest in quality pieces that offer both beauty and function.
Can You Decorate for Now and Later: Absolutely. I often work with clients who plan to stay put for a few more years but want to make upgrades that won’t scare off future buyers. My advice? Start with timeless materials and finishes: oak floors, marble or quartz countertops, classic
subway tile, and unlacquered brass or matte black fixtures. Then personalize with art, textiles, and accessories that are easy to change down the line.
This balanced approach lets you enjoy your home now while still setting yourself up for a strong resale in the future. Whether you’re decorating to sell or to stay, it’s all about intention. If you’re not sure where to start or how much to invest, reach out. As your local real estate expert, I’m here to help you create a home that works for today and adds value for tomorrow.
African American Farmers
Sunday School Lesson Sunday School Lesson
Christians as God’s Temple
1 Corinthians 3:1–23
Key Text: Other foundation can no man lay than that is laid, which is Jesus Christ.
—1 Corinthians 3:11
Introduction:
Strong Foundation
My grandfather owned a real estate company, but his first love was general contracting. He was a frugal and conscientious man, deeply shaped by the Great Depression. As a result, he always advocated doing things well and right the first time. He believed in making things that would last.
When I was 12 years old, my grandfather invited me out for a drive around our town. We spent the day visiting the buildings his company had constructed over the years. We saw office buildings, shopping centers, and apartment complexes. My grandfather would tell me an interesting story about each building and its construction.
Just before dusk, we pulled into a neighborhood that, at first glance, seemed filled with large, new houses. But as we drove on, the houses became smaller and older. We finally stopped at a small, two-story home with blue siding and a gray roof. My grandfather said, “I built this house for my parents when I was 19 years old. It still stands today because I built it with care on a strong foundation. Everything that lasts has a strong foundation.”
I’ve never forgotten my grandfather’s lesson. In every pursuit, one’s work only lasts if the foundation is strong.
Paul’s second missionary journey began as a trip to visit the congregations he had planted on his first journey (Acts 15:36). After doing so (15:41), the restless Paul desired to move on to new territory with the message of the gospel.
God influenced Paul’s itinerary through a vision that directed him to cross the Aegean Sea to the region known as Macedonia (Acts 16:9–10). Paul eventually arrived in Corinth in about AD 52, where he remained for some 18 months (18:11, 18). Corinth was a busy and wealthy center of trade in Paul’s day, a cosmopolitan city with residents from many regions. It was a place of lax morals and influential pagan religions.
Acts 18:4 tells us that Corinth had a synagogue (as was the case in most of the large trading cities of the Roman Empire). Paul began his preaching in that synagogue, which was composed of both Jews and Greeks (18:4–5). But opposition caused him to leave and focus on the Gentiles of the city (18:6–7).
Nevertheless, there was a strong contingent of Jewish believers in the Corinthian church (18:8). It was to this mixed congregation that Paul wrote the two Corinthian letters
while on his third missionary journey. The four years that elapsed between Paul’s time in Corinth and his first letter back witnessed the development of ungodly trends— trends that needed to be corrected. I. Careful Work
I. Careful Work (1 Corinthians 3:10–15)
Many Builders (v. 10)
According to the grace of God which is given unto me, as a wise masterbuilder, I have laid the foundation, and another buildeth thereon.
Here, as elsewhere, Paul affirmed both divine grace and human responsibility in the success of his ministry (example: 1 Corinthians 4:7). His line of reasoning that follows further develops the point of 1 Corinthians 3:5–9: the apostles were colaborers, not competitors. Paul was the one who had “planted” (3:6), while Apollos came later and had “watered.” That’s another way of saying that Paul was the one who laid the spiritual foundation of the church in Corinth, and Apollos subsequently buildeth thereon (Acts 18:24–26). Thus, this verse reiterates the distinct but complementary roles of the two men.
In describing himself as a masterbuilder, Paul uses a Greek word found nowhere else in the New Testament. But we find the word in two non-biblical documents of the time between the Old and New Testaments. One reference is Sirach 38:27, which has the word side by side with its weaker form: “carpenter and workmaster” (another translation has “artisan and master artisan”). The other reference is 2 Maccabees 2:29, which compares the roles of “the master builder of a new house” to that of the one who paints it later. The additional word wise further strengthens the concept. Paul’s suitability for his task was due to his initiative in study (Acts 22:3; Philippians 3:5–6) and God’s actions (Galatians 1:11–17).
But let every man take heed how he buildeth thereupon.
This warning introduces the argument that follows. We don’t know whether by saying every man Paul is speaking to leaders of the factions of 1 Corinthians 1:10–17 or is issuing a general caution.
One Foundation (v. 11)
For other foundation can no man lay than that is laid, which is Jesus Christ.
The opening for implies that what comes next explains or provides the rationale for the warning of the previous verse. One must take care of how one builds upon the foundation Paul laid because that foundation is Jesus Christ. Paul here probably does not refer only to particular doctrines about Christ (though those are certainly included) but to Christ himself. Every subsequent build-
er must treat this foundation respectfully (compare Ephesians 2:20).
Various Material (v. 12)
Now if any man build upon this foundation gold, silver, precious stones, wood, hay, stubble.
Having drawn attention to this foundation, Paul turns again to the issue of the quality of the construction. The metaphor’s emphasis now seems to be durability, which depends on the material used.
Investigating the list of six materials here, we see two general types: precious and durable (gold, silver, precious stones) and common, not durable (wood, hay, stubble).
Just because a sincere, devout Christian leader is building a ministry on the proper foundation of Christ doesn’t mean that that ministry is valuable and durable. It’s not enough to be sincere—a builder may be sincerely wrong.
Fiery Test (vv. 13–15)
Every man’s work shall be made manifest: for the day shall declare it, because it shall be revealed by fire; and the fire shall try every man’s work of what sort it is.
A feature of the materials just listed is their combustibility or lack thereof. While gold, silver, and precious stones are not good conductors of heat, the materials of wood, hay, and stubble readily burn. This is important because every man’s work will undergo divine testing by fire. The day that Paul has in view here is the “day of the Lord,” the time when God comes to judge the world and save His people (1 Corinthians 1:8; 5:5; 2 Corinthians 1:14; Philippians 1:6, 10; 2:16; 1 Thessalonians 5:2). The Scriptures use the imagery of consuming fires to describe this day of judgment (Isaiah 66:15–16; Malachi 4:1; 2 Peter 3:10). If any man’s work abide which he hath built thereupon, he shall receive a reward. If any man’s work shall be burned, he shall suffer loss: but he himself shall be saved; yet so as by fire.
Paul describes the results and consequences of various qualities of work in helping build the Lord’s church. Superior works will survive God’s fiery evaluation, and their builders will receive a reward. The opposite will be true of the work that is burned.
It is essential to clarify that this reward and its counterpart, suffering loss, are not related to the issue of whether one receives eternal salvation. This concept is evident in the phrase but he himself shall be saved. Instead, Paul is suggesting that there will be varying levels of rewards in Heaven and different degrees of punishment in hell. Paul is referring to the idea of varying rewards (compare Luke 19:16–19). For the concept of varying punishments, see Luke 12:47–48 (compare and
contrast 2 Corinthians 5:10 and Revelation 22:12). The distinction between works that abide and those that shall be burned is appropriately understood within this context of varying consequences.
II. Holy Temple (1 Corinthians 3:16–17)
What’s So (v. 16) 16. Know ye not that ye are the temple of God, and that the Spirit of God dwelleth in you?
The lesson to this point has proceeded from Paul’s metaphor of Christians collectively (the church) as “God’s building” in 1 Corinthians 3:9. The verse before us identifies the specific kind of building that is the church: the temple of God.
The importance of this designation is not to be missed. The Old Testament depicts the temple and its predecessor, the tabernacle, as having a sanctuary as the place of God’s dwelling (Exodus 25:8; 29:45–46; Deuteronomy 12:11; etc.). There was a certain realization, of course, that this was not to be taken in a 100 percent literal sense (1 Kings 8:27; Isaiah 66:1–2, quoted in Acts 7:48–50; compare 17:24). Even so, the transition from describing God’s presence in a temple of stone to the reality of God’s presence in a temple of flesh and blood was startling. It might even have been incomprehensible to those who had had a lifelong focus on an inanimate structure of stone serving that purpose. This would have been true of Jewish and pagan temples as a residence of the deity.
Although the Greek behind the words ye and you are plural, Christians collectively form one body (1 Corinthians 12:13), one temple. Paul is consistent on this point (6:19; 2 Corinthians 6:16; Ephesians 2:21–22).
So What (v. 17)
If any man defile the temple of God, him shall God destroy; for the temple of God is holy, which temple ye are.
Paul brings home his point of the previous verse. Since those of the church in Corinth are God’s temple, any actions that defile it will incur God’s wrath. The words defile and destroy are translations of the same word in Greek. The serious nature of the consequences thereby underlines the serious nature of the offense. This passage thereby served as a veiled warning to those in the church of Corinth promoting factionalism. By threatening the integrity of God’s temple, they risk coming under God’s judgment.
Paul begins to draw together the threads of his argument for unity and against factionalism. The opening salvo here warned his audience against self-deception. Such self-deception may involve circular logic. Consider this hypothetical conversation: Sam: “I’m the smartest guy in this church!” Ann: “How do you
know that?” Sam: “Well, the smartest guy in the church would know who the smartest guy in the church is, wouldn’t he?”
A primary way to avoid self-deception is to acknowledge that the wisdom that comes from God is the filter through which the wisdom of the world must pass, not the other way around. Thus, the readers have a choice to make. The wisdom of God never changes. The world, however, changes constantly; what’s right today may or may not become wrong tomorrow, and vice versa. This is a problem that presents itself anew to every generation: “Woe unto them that call evil good, and good evil; that put darkness for light, and light for darkness; that put bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter! Woe unto them that are wise in their own eyes, and prudent in their own sight!”
(Isaiah 5:20–21).
Paul recognized that problem and its inevitable outcome when he quoted Isaiah 29:14 in 1 Corinthians 1:19: “I will destroy the wisdom of the wise, and will bring to nothing the understanding of the prudent.” His argument there goes on to contrast God’s revealed wisdom with Greco-Roman cultural norms. Thus, his appeal was for them to cease depending on the cultural norms as proper human standards of conduct. Cultural norms of the day promoted discrimination, but God’s people must not do so (James 2:1–9). Selfaggrandizing wisdom must be rejected in favor of pursuing God’s true wisdom. His wisdom does not elevate one person over another or divide the community. Though the world may label the Corinthians fools for such a pursuit, they will conform to God’s standards and prove themselves truly wise. Paul addresses this contrast again in Colossians 2:8, 20–23 and 1 Timothy 6:20–21.
God’s Knowledge (vv. 19–20) 19. For the wisdom of this world is foolishness with God. For it is written, He taketh the wise in their own craftiness.
As signaled by the word for, Paul explains his rationale for the counterintuitive claim that one must become a fool to be wise. In so doing, he flips the script: the world may consider God’s wisdom foolishness, but the wisdom of this world is foolishness in God’s sight (compare 1 Corinthians 1:20). Readers first need to see the stark nature of this either-or choice in order to make the right decision.
Paul cited two Old Testament passages to support his claim. The first comes from Eliphaz’s speech in Job 5:13. There, it forms part of a series of statements that emphasize God’s countercultural standards of justice. While the world despises some people as less important than others, God upholds the cause of the lowly and places them “on high” (Job 5:11). Likewise, God saves the impoverished
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and the weak from those who are stronger (5:15). In the process, God subverts the schemes of those considered wise and “crafty” (5:12–13), trapping them in darkness (5:14). In its context, then, Job 5:13 illustrates the same dynamic of dramatic reversal of fortunes and the inferiority of human wisdom that Paul evokes in 1 Corinthians 1–4. And again, The Lord knoweth the thoughts of the wise, that they are vain.
A similar dynamic also stands behind the second quotation, which is Psalm 94:11. The context of that passage witnesses the psalmist asking how long God will allow powerful, wicked people to perpetrate injustices (94:3). The chapter goes on to emphasize that God does indeed see what the wicked are doing (94:8–9), including all their schemes (94:11). He will bring judgment upon them (94:10). This passage thus strengthens Paul’s warning that those who consider themselves wise by earthly standards need to pursue God’s wisdom instead. Paul, therefore, does not simply proof text in 1 Corinthians 3:19–20. Instead, he quotes these passages with sensitivity to their original contexts.
Paul’s Assurance (vv. 21–23) Therefore let no man glory in men. Paul’s conclusion is clear in this verse, the crescendo to his argument: desist from creating factions around particular leaders (let no man glory in men). To do so is inconsistent with God’s standards of wisdom and the unity He desires for the church.
For all things are yours; Whether Paul, or Apollos, or Cephas, or the world, or life, or death, or things present, or things to come; all are yours. After having just stressed a negative, the apostle immediately provided a positive and encouraging reason to avoid factionalism by declaring that all things belong to his original readers (compare Romans 8:32). Those “things” include the leaders Paul, Apollos, and Cephas (another name for Peter per John 1:42), around whom the factions had formed (1 Corinthians 1:12; 4:6). They were all servants of Christ for the sake of the church, not rivals competing for followers.
The other five items have parallels in the list of “things” Paul stated could not separate believers from the love of God in Romans 8:38–39. Four of these—life, death, present, and future—overlap in meaning. The world in 1 Corinthians 3:22 may parallel the “principalities” and “powers” in Romans 8:38, which could refer to spiritual forces exercising dominion in the present age (Colossians 2:15). The followers of Christ are not subservient to any unholy forces.
And ye are Christ’s; and Christ is God’s. While “all things” belong to
Major Study Produces Good News in Alzheimer’s Fight
By Stacy M. Brown, BlackPressUSA.com Senior National Correspondent
A major clinical trial has found that structured lifestyle changes can lead to greater improvement in brain function for older adults at risk of cognitive decline, compared to less intensive, self-directed approaches.
The peer-reviewed study, titled “Effects of Structured vs Self-Guided Multidomain Lifestyle Interventions for Global Cognitive Function: The U.S. POINTER Randomized Clinical Trial,” was published this week in The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) and presented at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference in Toronto. It provides a large measure of hope against an illness that has long had many in fear. Researchers enrolled 2,111 participants between the ages of 60 and 79 who were at elevated risk for cognitive decline and dementia due to factors such as sedentary behavior, poor diet, cardiometabolic conditions, and family history of memory loss. Participants were randomly assigned to one of two lifestyle interventions, either a structured, high-intensity program or a lower-intensity, self-guided version, and followed for two years. Both groups focused on improv-
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the Corinthians, they belong to a higher authority (compare 1 Corinthians 15:23; 2 Corinthians 10:7; Galatians 3:29). This implies that they must answer to Christ. They do not have complete freedom but are expected to live in a manner that pleases Him. Christ represents the highest authority of all, namely, God. Paul thus reiterates that the body of Christ must recognize God’s authority in how it conducts itself as God’s earthly temple.
Christ represents the highest authority of all, namely, God. Paul thus reiterates that the body of Christ must recognize God’s authority in how it conducts itself as God’s earthly temple.
Conclusion: God’s Earthly Temple Paul composed this letter about two decades before the Romans destroyed the temple in Jerusalem in AD 70. Yet even before the temple’s destruction, the earliest Christians believed that God was with His people rather than in a physical building (Acts 17:24). Yet today, the Holy Spirit, given at baptism (2:38), resides in each person who trusts in Jesus as Lord. Therefore, Christians, collectively as the church, are God’s temple on earth.
We have the duty and privilege of bearing God’s presence in and to the world. Therefore, we must live in a way that honors ourselves and our fellow Christians. We avoid division and factionalism, especially when motivated by the values of the world. God will call to account all who dishonor His temple. Let us conduct ourselves in the world as those in whom God dwells.
As we do, we remember that we answer to God, not to the court of public opinion or cultural trends. We need to think only of shifts in cultural values that have resulted in shifts in church doctrine to see the tragedy of failure in this regard.
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ing physical activity, nutrition (through the MIND diet), cognitive stimulation, social interaction, and cardiovascular health. However, the structured group attended 38 facilitated meetings over two years and followed detailed activity plans, while the selfguided group attended six meetings and was encouraged to pursue goals independently without coaching. Both groups in the study—
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us as Your temple. Teach us to honor one another as those blessed to carry Your presence. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
Thought to Remember: We carry God’s presence in the world.
those who followed a structured lifestyle program and those who made changes on their own—showed improvement in overall brain function. However, the group that followed the structured plan improved more over the two years. Researchers measured this improvement using a standard scoring method that looks at multiple aspects of thinking, such as memory, attention, and speed.
On that scale, the structured group improved by 0.243 points per year, while the self-guided group improved by 0.213 points per year. The difference between the two groups—0.029 points—was small but statistically meaningful, meaning it’s unlikely to have happened by chance. The structured group also did better when it came to executive function, which involves planning, decision-making,
and self-control. Their scores improved slightly more each year—by 0.037 points— compared to the self-guided group. The structured group also had slightly better scores in processing speed, or how quickly the brain handles information, but that difference wasn’t strong enough to be considered significant. When it came to memory, there was no clear difference between the two groups.
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68.9% women, and 30.8% identified as part of a racial or ethnic minority group. Thirty percent were carriers of the APOE-e4 gene, a known genetic risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease. Retention was high, with 89% completing the final two-year assessment. Researchers reported that the structured intervention produced benefits regardless of sex, age, race, cardiovascu-
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Rangers Sweep Braves, Extend Win Streak and Surge Back into Playoff Race
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quietly become one of the league’s best, leading MLB with a 3.13 ERA. Since the All-Star break, the staff has posted a remarkable 1.63 ERA. “Everything felt like it was clicking,” Leiter said. “It’s a lot of fun when the team is playing loose and confident. The vibe is strong, and everyone wants to win.”
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After a dismal offensive first half, the Rangers made a bold midseason decision, replacing offensive coordinator Donnie Ecker with former MLB All-Star Bret Boone, despite Boone’s lack of coaching experience. The results have been undeniable.
From July 1 onward, Texas has slashed .252/.327/.428 — a massive improvement from its early-season woes that ranked among the league’s worst.
“This is who the Rangers should have been all along,” said manager Bruce Bochy. “We believed in this team from day one. This homestand showed what we’re capable of when everything clicks.” The offensive onslaught began early, with the Rangers scoring three runs in the first inning, two in the second, and three more in the third — the first time all season Texas scored 2+ runs in each of the first three frames.
This explosive start mirrored a trend: the Rangers have now plated 56 runs in the first three innings over 21 games in July, the most in MLB.
Josh Smith powered the offense with a 2-run home run and three total hits, snapping a 15-game homerless stretch.
Rookie Wyatt Langford contributed a bases-clearing double in the opening inning, reaching base three times and driving in three runs — matching his RBI total from the previous 11 games. Jonah Heim extended his RBI streak to four games, while Josh Jung chipped in a 2-run single as part of his hot return from Triple-A.
Rookie Jack Leiter turned in another stellar performance, tossing six innings of one-run ball and recording seven strikeouts. He’s now logged five career quality starts, lowering his season ERA to 4.09.
Texas’ starting rotation has
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lar health, or APOE-e4 status.
The cognitive improvement was more pronounced in participants with lower baseline cognitive scores. The study was conducted at five clinical sites across the United States from 2019 to 2025, with oversight by Wake Forest University School of Medicine and approval from a centralized institutional review board. It is registered at ClinicalTrials.gov under identifier NCT03688126. “Among older adults at risk of cognitive decline and dementia, a structured, higher-intensity intervention had a statistically significant greater benefit on global cognition compared with an unstructured, selfguided intervention,” the researchers wrote.
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“We weren’t at our best, but we never gave up,” said Smith. “Now we’re swinging better, pitching great, and getting healthy. That’s a recipe for a run.” As of July 27, the Rangers are just four games behind the first-place Astros and tied with the Mariners for the final AL Wild Card spot — a stark contrast to earlier this month when they trailed by 11 games. With the trade deadline looming, Texas has done more than just stay afloat — they’ve positioned themselves as legitimate contenders again. “We’ve always had each other’s backs,” Leiter said. “The clubhouse has stayed loose, and winning makes everything better.”
The Rangers now hit the road for a three-game set against the Angels, followed by a pivotal four-game series in Seattle against the Mariners. They return to Globe Life Field next week to host the Yankees, Phillies, and Diamondbacks — all critical series in their playoff quest.
Texas Rangers Adolis Garcia (L) and Josh Jung (R) Celebrating the 2nd half of the season
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Are you a resident of the Rolling Hills area? Join the Glencrest Civic League Neighborhood Association and become part of our mission to create a safe, secure, clean, and well-maintained community. We actively seek residents’ support for our mission by spearheading neighborhood committee initiatives, coordinating, supporting, and planning various community events, actively engaging local leaders and nurturing a strong sense of community unity.
Join us for our Monthly Community Meetings:
• When: 10:00 AM on the 3rd Saturday of Each Month
• Where: C.R. Bradley Center, 2600 Timberline Drive, Fort Worth, TX 76119. For more information and to become a member, check out our Facebook Page (Glencrest Civic League Neighborhood Association) or visit our website at https:// www.glencrest.org. You may also email us at glencrest. na@gmail.com.
Fort Worth Wiley College Alumni Club Membership Meeting: Second Saturday of each month, 1 p.m., Carter Metropolitan CME Church, 4601 Wichita St. Fort Worth 76119. For additional information, contact one of the following members: Helen Crowder (817) 688-8937, Larry Pugh (817) 293-6543, Daisy Kahn (817) 292-1077.
I.M. Terrell Alumni Association Membership Meeting, 1st Tuesday of each month, 5 p.m., I. M. Terrell Stem/VPA Academy, 1411 I M Terrell Way, Fort Worth 76102.
M.L.Kirkpatrick Alumni Association Membership Meeting: First Saturday of each month at 2 p.m. at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, 2823 North Houston Street, Fort Worth 76106.
P.L. Dunbar Alumni Association Memberships Meeting: 3rd Saturday of each month at 3p.m. at The CenterFor STOP SIX HERI-
TAGE, 5100 Willie St. next to Young Men’s Leadership Academy, Fort Worth. pldalumniassoc@gmail.com
Como Alumni. Every third Tureday, 7 p.m., Como Community Center, 4900 Horne Street, Fort Worth, TX 76107
Join the Texas Coalition of Black Democrats! We meet every fourth Saturday of the month from 5-6 p.m. at the Charles F. Griffin Sub-courthouse, 3500 Miller Ave. Fort Worth 76119. New Monthly Speakers.
United Methodist Church, 522 Missouri Ave. Fort Worth 76104. The Food pantry is open on the third Saturday of each month from 8 -10 a.m. For questions or concerns, please contact the Church Office at (817) 336-2117.
Forest Hill Ushers Union, “Welcomes All Church Ushers/Doorkeepers in Tarrant County” Juniors & Young People (7-18)
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Association of America, Inc. (NUCUAAA) For more information contact: Wanda King (817) 821-3017, Helen Moore (817) 584-7370, Thomas E. Troupe (817) 2292509
AARP Southeast Chapter #4508. Meets the 4th Wednesday of each month at 10:30 a.m., Southside Community Center, 959 E. Rosedale, Fort Worth, TX 76104. For additional information contact Debra Rivers by email:riv3ers@sbcglobal.net.
The Fort Worth Association of Federated Women’s Clubs organization aims to unite women in their efforts to serve the underserved, strengthen the community, and create opportunities for volunteerism, civic activism, education, and cultural enrichment. Below are some of the organization’s community service projects: Individu-
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Senior Bingo - bingo and health speakers are on the first Friday of each month. From 10:00 till 12:00
Our program, Senior Bingo, aims to combat social isolation among seniors. Research has shown that older adults who experience social isolation are at an increased risk for cognitive decline, heart disease, and a variety of mental and physical health issues.
To address this concern, we organize a monthly social event where seniors can connect and engage their minds. This gathering takes place in an area with the lowest life expectancy in the state. Participants have the chance to socialize, play games, and share meals. Additionally, we invite guest speakers to discuss important topics, including health and legal issues.
Senior Box ProgramBoxs of food first Friday 12:30 till 2:30
FWAFWC partners with the Tarrant Area Food Bank to distribute food through the Senior Box Program. This program, part of the Commodity Supplemental Food Program, allows qualifying seniors aged 60 and older to receive a monthly box of USDA foods to supplement their diets. Each box contains shelf-stable items, including canned fruits and vegetables, cereal, canned meats, juice, and a block of cheese.
Some local food banks have observed an increase in the number of seniors using their services toward the end of each month. They found that seniors rely on these services to help them get by until their next Social Security checks. The Senior Box Program is an ideal fit for the needs of seniors in the area near our building. We distribute the food boxes from our location, which is situated in one of the city’s designated food deserts. In this area, some residents may have to travel up to an hour by bus to access healthy food options.
Diaper Bank - Diapers first Friday 12:30 till 3:00. FWAFWC is a partner agency of the Junior League of Fort Worth (JLFW). The
JLFW Diaper Bank aims to eliminate diaper needs and enhance the physical, mental, and financial well-being of children and adults throughout Tarrant County. It provides diapers at no cost to local nonprofit partners that assist individuals facing poverty, mobility issues, or health limitations. Since its inception, the JLFW Diaper Bank has provided over 2 million diapers to nearly 100 nonprofit organizations.
Computer Classes -Computer classes each Monday 1:00 till 2:30 FWAFWC has partnered with Goodwill of North Texas to offer computer classes at our facility. These classes provide an invaluable resource to the community by equipping individuals with essential computer skills and knowledge. By enhancing residents’ digital literacy, participants will learn how to navigate the internet and apply for jobs online. Additionally, the classes will cover important topics such as online safety, email usage, social media, and other forms of digital communication.
Wed. July, 30, 2025
Art Tales at the Carter! Material Mixup Wrap up the summer with a creative celebration! Repurpose materials into imaginative art and enjoy music from Brandi Waller Pace, alongside favorite activities from the season.
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10th Annual Healthy Lives Matter: Alzheimer’s Education Seminar. 9:00 am - 2:00 pm. TCC Trinity River Campus, 300 Trinity Campus Circle, Fort Worth TX 76102
Public Transportation Help
Are you in need of transportation services? Here’s a list of resources that are available to you across Tarrant County.
Trinity Metro TEXRail operates daily between downtown Fort Worth and DFW International Airport’s Terminal B. Serving Fort Worth, North Richland Hills, Grapevine. RIDETRINITYMETRO.org/texrail or 817-2158600
Trinity Railway Express operates between downtown Fort Worth and downtown Dallas. Serving Fort Worth, Hurst, Irving, Dallas. trinityrailwayexpress.org or 817215-8600
ZIPZONE on-demand service areas: Alliance, Crowley, Mercantile. Trinity Metro has expanded the Southside ZIPZONE to reach the TCU campus, the Fort Worth Zoo and the entertainment district along the West 7th corridor, including Crockett Row and Montgomery Plaza. Formerly known as the Near Southside ZIPZONE, the service area will continue to include access to the hospitals and facilities within the Medical District and the many popular destinations along Magnolia Avenue, plus grocery stores and other services throughout the Southside. Southside ZIPZONE riders may also connect to TEXRail and Trinity Railway Express at Fort Worth T&P Station or to bus routes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5a, 5b, 6, 7, 9, 10, 14, 24 and The Dash.
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Service modifications June 2025
Trinity Metro is launch-
ing the Blue Line, updating hours and increasing frequency beginning on Sunday, June 8. The new color-coded route replaces Molly the Trolley and will feature bright blue buses with downtownthemed designs. Additionally, several modifications will be implemented to reflect necessary detours for long-term construction projects across the system.
Route 2 Camp Bowie — Update the turn-by-turn directions to accurately represent the current route the bus is taking to bypass the ongoing long-term construction project along Camp Bowie Blvd. between Montgomery and University Drive.
Route 12 Samuels/Mercantile Center Station — Update the turn-by-turn directions to accurately represent the current route the bus is taking to bypass the ongoing long-term construction project at NE 28th Street and Decatur Avenue.
Molly The Trolley — Rebrand as Blue Line, change service hours to 7 a.m.-7 p.m., and increase frequency to every 7 minutes.
Orange Line — Update the turn-by-turn directions to accurately represent the current route the bus is taking to bypass the ongoing long-term construction project at NE 28th Street and Decatur Avenue.
Route 52 Hulen — Update the turn-by-turn directions to accurately represent the current route the bus is taking to bypass the ongoing long-term construction project along Camp Bowie Boulevard between Montgomery Street and University Drive. Route 91 North Side Station/Normandale — Update the turn-by-turn directions to accurately represent the current route the bus is taking to bypass the ongoing long-term construction project at NE 28th Street and Decatur Avenue.
