February 2026

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Judy Hood

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Lindsey Hughes Kiker

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Spring M. Fricks

Stephanie Evans

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We want to take a moment to tell you who we are and what we are about. Our names are Matt and Bethany Ruckman and we have six beautiful children, Brendon, Kailey, Andrew, Leah Jean, Emma, and Cooper. We live in Cleveland, Tennessee, and love what this town has to offer! We have started GoodNews Christian Magazine because we feel that when God, family, and community are combined, lives will be changed.

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You Can’t Order Salvation from Amazon

Ephesians 2:8–9 KJV: “For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast.”

by Charles Finney

Beloved, in this digital age we’ve gotten used to ordering everything online. Groceries? Shipped. Shoes? Delivered. A singing trout plaque? Yes, even that. You can get vitamins, vacuums, and vacuum-sealed venison. Some folks don’t even go to the store anymore— just click, swipe, Prime, boom—blessed by Bezos.

I came by to tell somebody: You can’t order salvation from Amazon.

No sir. No free shipping. No “Holy Ghost in two days or less” package. This ain’t something you can put in a cart and track with a code. The only “tracking number” that’ll matter is whether your name’s in the Lamb’s Book of Life! Salvation Ain’t for Sale

Let’s get this straight—salvation is free, but it ain’t cheap. It cost Jesus everything. You can’t pay for it with cash, card, Klarna, or Camel Bucks. You can’t Afterpay your way into heaven. You might be able to buy a treadmill with four easy payments, but grace don’t come in installments.

Jesus didn’t die so you could subscribe. He died so you could be set free.

You can buy a “Jesus is my Co-Pilot” bumper sticker online, but that won’t make Him Lord. You can even order a glow-in-the-dark Bible, but that don’t mean your heart's got any light in it.

You can’t Prime Deliver the Presence. Some folks treat God like He's an Amazon driver: "Drop the blessing on my porch, Lord, and don’t ring the doorbell!"

We want joy, peace, power—but we don’t want prayer, fasting, or surrender. We want two-day shipping on revival but won’t spend ten minutes repenting. Let me tell you, the Holy Ghost ain’t on backorder, He’s just waiting on you to get out of checkout and get into the altar!

Heaven Has No Return Policy

Once you get this salvation, it’s better than new. You won’t want to send it back. Amazon has a 30-day return policy. But God? When He saves you, it’s eternal!

“And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish...” (John 10:28 KJV).

Ain’t no “Changed my mind, Lord. I’d like to go back to Egypt.” Once you’ve tasted that heavenly gift, once you’ve been washed in the Blood, there ain’t nothing on this earth that compares.

The Narrow Way Ain’t on GPS

Amazon will send a drone to find you. But the Holy Ghost don’t need batteries.

Jesus said in Matthew 7:14 KJV: “Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it.”

The way to heaven isn’t “Add to Cart.” It’s take up your cross. You can’t “filter” your way through life like it’s a product search: “Lord, give me blessings, no trials, Prime only, sort by comfort.” No! You’ve got to walk by faith, not five-star reviews. Glory!

Salvation is not a product—it’s a person. His name is Jesus. He doesn’t ship in a box; He stepped out of the tomb. He doesn't arrive in 2–4 business days; He comes when you call Him in faith.

So stop scrolling, child of God. Don’t look for grace in your cart or forgiveness in a coupon code. Get down on your knees, open your heart, and cry out: “Lord, have mercy on me, a sinner!” That’s how you check out of hell and walk into glory.

And let all the saints say: Amen—and don’t forget to leave a heavenly review!

TUnderstanding Medicare Advantage Plan Open Enrollment: What You Need to Know

Money Matters

he Medicare Advantage Plan Open Enrollment Period (MA OEP) occurs each year from January 1 through March 31. This enrollment window applies to individuals who are currently enrolled in a Medicare Advantage, also known as Part C plan. It provides an important opportunity to make changes if your current coverage no longer meets your healthcare needs or expectations.

During the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period, eligible beneficiaries may make one coverage change. You can switch from one Medicare Advantage plan to another, or you can drop your Medicare Advantage plan and return to Original Medicare. If you choose to return to Original Medicare, you also have the option to enroll in a stand alone Medicare Part D prescription drug plan. Any changes made during this period generally take effect on the first day of the month following the request.

One of the most common reasons people use this enrollment period involves provider network changes. Medicare Advantage plans are offered by private insurance companies and rely on contracted networks of doctors, hospitals, specialists, and other healthcare providers. These networks can change from year to year, and sometimes even after the plan year has already begun.

Many beneficiaries discover an issue when they attempt to schedule an appointment and learn their primary care physician, specialist, eye doctor, dentist, or preferred hospital is no longer considered in- network. Because many Medicare Advantage plans include routine vision and dental benefits, it is especially important to confirm that your eye doctor and dentist participate in your plan. Receiving care from out-of-network providers can result in higher out-of-pocket costs or services not being covered.

In addition to network changes, plan benefits, copays, prescription drug formularies, and referral requirements may also change. Health needs can evolve, and coverage that worked well in the past may not be the best fit today. This enrollment

period allows you to review coverage details before unexpected costs or disruptions occur.

If you have recently learned your doctor, eye doctor, or dentist is out of network, or if you want reassurance that your coverage still aligns with your needs, we are here to help.

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At Hughes Retirement Group, your Medicare Coach is Rick Hughes, supported by his experienced team and backed by over twenty years of helping individuals navigate Medicare Supplemental and Medicare Advantage options. Our services are provided at no cost, and we are committed to delivering exceptional customer service. Our support continues well beyond enrollment—we remain available to assist you for life as your healthcare needs evolve.

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Handling Anger with God

by Brian Johnson

Many of us have had times when we’ve been angry with God. I know, for some, that’s taboo to say but it’s real. When was that time for you? Why were you angry? What did you do about it?

First of all, know that you’re not alone. In fact, there are people in the Bible that had their moments of anger towards God. Jeremiah is an example.

Jeremiah got a word from the LORD, a message to give to the children of Israel. He did what God told him to do, but no one listened. Jeremiah 20:7 KJV says, “O LORD, thou hast deceived me, and I was deceived: thou art stronger than I, and hast prevailed: I am in derision daily, every one mocketh me.”

When dealing with anger, don’t be afraid to voice it to God. He already knows, and holding it in can lead to bitterness.

Don’t assume that everything should be good in your life because you’re in God’s will. The unexpected can still occur.

Jeremiah accused God of deception, which wasn’t true. Make sure your anger isn’t based on lies. God isn’t the deceiver, Satan is. In John 8:44 KJV, he’s called the father of lies. Revelation 12:9 KJV says that he “deceiveth the whole world.” Jeremiah told God how he felt, eventually got through it, and God continued to use him.

Take the time to honestly evaluate why you’re angry. Jeremiah was prideful. Along with falsely accusing God, he also complained about being mocked. God isn’t unfamiliar

with being mocked and shamed. Jesus “endured the cross despising the shame” (Hebrews 12:2). Christ suffered shame for us so that we can have eternal life and a relationship with God. If we’re going to live for Him, we should expect to be mocked on occasion. That’s an opportunity to identify with Christ, not a time to be angry.

Jeremiah decided he was done. He wasn’t going to say anything else in God’s name, but God’s Word was in his “heart as a burning fire” (Jeremiah 20:9 KJV) and he couldn’t sit and keep it to himself anymore. The Word of God didn’t just come into his heart at that moment. God’s Word had been in him for a while. This is a good warning for us. None of us are immune to the possibility of something coming into our lives that leads to anger at God. No matter how long you’ve been saved, how well you know your Bible, or how much Scripture you’ve memorized. But it was God’s Word that caused a change in his heart. Continue to fill your heart with His Word, which allows Him to talk to you, and continue speaking to Him through prayer. Doing that— through the anger—will allow you to see God in a new way and will bring you into a closer relationship with Him. When those trying times come, His Word will change you, recharge you, and fuel you to continue to do His will.

for Caretakers

Return on Encouragement

by Timothy Tate

Just three months into my retirement from the postal service, I took on a part-time job as a non-medical transport driver. My new responsibility was to drive wheelchair-bound patients to doctor appointments, rehab, dialysis, and to-and-from assisted living facilities. Providing a service to those in great physical need at a waning time in their lives would give me an opportunity to speak spiritual encouragement into their lives. I'd had to be careful in my approach because, as you might expect, some were not so accepting of such good cheer!

I prayed that God would order my steps and teach me how to proceed by striking a balance of trepidation and boldness. Little did I know how much of a return on my investment to encourage others would multiply. Much to my surprise and humility, I would be the one “ministered to” in an eye-opening fashion.

I worked this job for five months leading up to my own cancer diagnosis and battle, which culminated in a radical surgery. Praise God, I'm cancer free today! If God had not paved the way by placing me in this job, I would have never been so prepared for what was about to take place. His timing is as perfect as His love! Perhaps these two short encounters will bring this more into focus.

Please forgive me for not remembering this dear lady's name, but I was truly blessed to meet her. She had been battling diabetes for several years and was wheelchair bound as both of her legs had been amputated mid-thigh. Right away, she began to speak of her faith as her smile and easy-going personality exuded a strength that transcended her circumstances. This would be a good day!

I drove her over to a medical facility in Chattanooga to get a new insulin pump. After an hour with the doctor, she came out into the waiting room with that same friendly smile. I noticed that she didn't have the pump and I asked her about it as I wheeled her into the busy lobby. She replied that the pump had not arrived in time. I expressed my concern that she had to come all this way without getting her pump. She replied, "Oh, that's okay. It's good just to get

out and about for a while." There was a Starbucks inside the large facility and as we approached, she said with anticipation, "What I would like is a spiced pumpkin latte!" I happily obliged as I thought, this is indeed a good day!

An elderly gentleman's son spoke to me over the phone, telling me to pick up his father at the nursing home early that morning. I was to transport his father to a surgical center in North Georgia to have a couple of toes amputated due to diabetic complications. His son continued to inform me that his father was in an advanced stage of dementia and that he most likely would not acknowledge me. He then added, "He's not in his right mind."

Nonetheless, when I arrived and had secured him in his chair, I looked this elderly gentleman in the face and introduced myself, explaining that I would transport him to his appointment. He didn't respond as he seemed to look right past me, just as his son had told me. As I wheeled his chair up the ramp, there was a slight bump over the threshold. Then my transportee spoke these words, "Jesus, help me." As I tied down his chair in the van, he spoke again, "Jesus, help me." I closed the tailgate to the van and climbed into my driver's seat as I fought back the tears. I thought to myself, This man is right where he needs to be at this time. No one could be more in their right mind than when calling on their Savior!

dNews for Women

Finding Debbie: A Dragonfly Day

“In whose hand is the soul of every living thing, and the breath of all mankind” (Job 12:10 KJV).

by Stephanie Evans

Ihad gone to the ladies’ room at the big Walmart store on Keith Street. That's where I learned God cares not only about sparrows that fall to the ground, but about dragonflies that fall to the floor.

Since the ladies’ room was empty, I went into the biggest stall. I spotted a dragonfly on the floor, upside down, so completely still I thought it was dead. I felt sorry for this dragonfly. I later learned that these double-winged insects eat mosquitoes, which the United States Center for Disease Control calls the World's Deadliest Animal. The mosquito causes injury and death worldwide, with damage ranging from pesky bites at picnics to serious diseases like Malaria, Yellow Fever, Zika, Dengue, West Nile and the list goes on. (Information courtesy of AI; Smithsonian Magazine; Pfizer; Wikipedia; and other websites).

However, the dragonfly is God's fighter jet/helicopter/ Harrier jet against the tiny deadly mosquito. One dragonfly can eat up to 100 mosquitoes a day. Dragonflies can fly up to 35 miles per hour, hover, and fly backward. Some migrate thousands of miles.

Dragonflies and damselflies can dazzle with color—like the Blue Dasher. But the one (maybe a damselfly?) I saw on the floor wore classic brown, black, and tan, with a small yellow-looking center.

I bent down to check for movement when I saw the insect's distinctive double wings. The tiny legs moved just a little, very slowly.

I wonder if I can get it outside, I thought. What am I going to use? I knew my bare hands would hurt this injured insect. I knew a paper towel was too coarse for delicate wings.

A tissue! I carry small packs of facial tissues in my purse, so I got one out. The dragonfly (or damselfly) barely moved. Still, I put the tissue as close to the creature's wings as I could.

That half-dead insect struggled, with one slow scoot, onto that tissue! My heart melted on the spot. Okay, crawl yourself on up, I thought quietly, willing life, teaming up with

my amazing friend. And she did it! (I don't know much about insects, but I decided this one was female).

I strapped my purse on one shoulder and walked carefully to the Walmart exit. Just outside the lobby door, I saw bright pink Island blooms on sale in neat black plastic containers. I set the tissue cradling the insect on one plant's dirt and leaves. Would you believe it? That determined creature refused to give up! She crept off the tissue and onto the dirt and leaves. I took the tissue away and left the dragonfly in the plant's shade.

I finished shopping and started to my car. But suddenly I stopped. I had to go see if our precious ecosystem helper made it. I searched that sheltering plant thoroughly. But that girl had flown! The next day, I named that dragonfly Debbie. Even now, Debbie zooms around destroying death in mid-air and on the wing, with God's own smile like a mighty lifting wind.

dNews for Men

The Firewall

by Carl W. Corser

How important are electronic devices and computers to us these days? What information is stored on these devices? If the information is destroyed, can it be retrieved?

Everyone has a computer these days. We all have very important and private information stored on them with the ability to retrieve that information in a usable form in just a few seconds of time. We have become very comfortable in trusting the fact that the firewall is protecting our precious and private information from viruses that are malicious in destroying that information.

Once a virus has been allowed to break through the firewall, the precious, private, and valued information is gone, destroyed, and lost forever. It's start-over time. It's a crying moment, or even longer. It is finished.

Who is responsible for keeping the computer safe? Who has the choice of opening up a file on the computer? Who is responsible for determining if that file is filled with a malicious and destructive virus? Who is responsible for keeping the firewall up to date, and ready to stop any and all malicious viruses? Is it the computer owner?

Then, what institution in our society desperately needs the firewall for its protection? What about our marriages?

Our homes? Our families? Our communities? Aren't these more precious than computers with the precious and private information on them?

God created the institution of marriage. Man was created to be the head of that institution, the one responsible for its success. God gave man a helpmate for the blessing of his marriage institution. God gave children to become a blessing to the marriage institution.

Just as the firewall was created and intended to be maintained for the protection of the precious, private, and valued information on our computers, so are men given the responsibility of creating and maintaining The Firewall for the protection of the marriage, the family, and the home, which directly affects our society.

Men carry a huge responsibility, especially these days, of protecting their marriages, homes, and families from Satan's relentless attack upon them. If we let down The Firewall just for a moment, Satan’s marriage virus comes in and does so much damage in moments that it might take a lifetime to repair. His virus has the capability of completely destroying the marriage, home, and family.

Men, weren't we created to be the strong ones, the head of the family? Aren't we responsible for what goes on inside

of our homes? Aren’t we supposed to lead the family by our example? Isn’t Satan so desperate to destroy every marriage, every home, and every family, that he constantly endeavors to break through The Firewall?

Men, maybe we need to step up The Firewall maintenance and preparation to defend and to stop the attack of any and all of Satan’s old and new viruses that he's designing for the destruction of our marriages. As men, this maintenance and preparation should include our need to draw closer to God and pay more attention to His still small voice as we strengthen our families’ protection, The Firewall. We need to allow Him to guide our maintenance and strengthening plan for our families’ protection. Good, strong, committed men will keep the marriage, home, and family guard, The Firewall, healthy. Healthy firewalls protect great families. Great families are a wonderful blessing to God, family, and communities.

Men, the greatest firewall protection that we can design against Satan’s malicious virus is spending our precious time, building precious memories, connecting with our Heavenly Father, our sweetheart, and every child that God has blessed our marriage institution. There’s absolutely no substitute for you – saint, husband, and father – for defending and

protecting the institution that God gave you the responsibility to be a good steward over. Also, we need to protect our hearts from all of the tricks that Satan would just love to trip us up with as we fulfill our responsibility in marriage.

Men, God has not called us to accomplish the impossible. If we depend upon His grace, guidance, and support, we will be successful in keeping our families safe from Satan’s destruction of The Firewall. May God bless our men in this huge task in these days and times.

Ladies, your man needs all of the prayer he can get for him from you and you need plenty of practice of praying that your marriage will be happy and successful. Give your husband a new opportunity to accomplish successfully the task that God ordained for the marriage institution He created, as your husband becomes well protected by The Firewall.

May we all pray for each other as we seek to increase successful marriages within our society. Blessings to you all.

Memoir to Memories: A Pearl of Great Price

by Spring M. Fricks

“Mom, where’s Piglet?”

Not the question I expected from my son and yet it had been thrown down the hall like a heat-seeking missile.

As a seasoned boy mom, I dodged the projectile and fired back a salvo of my own. “Better question, what’s this smell?” Not able to handle the stench emanating from his corner of the house, I’d stripped his bed and headed for the laundry room.

Beating me to the washing machine with his hands akimbo and his head cocked, my son said,

“you took my sheets.” I dropped the stinky linens at his feet. “Now Piglet’s gone.”

My lips puckered as I sucked in and gave him side-eye that could cut barnacles from a pier. With a half step forward and a retort ready, I was stopped by the all familiar “tap, tap, tap” of the Lord calling my spirit to attention and urging me to shut my mouth.

Don’t miss this moment.

Taking a beat, my eyes drifted to the pile of sheets on the floor. The dirty bed clothes sat on the

ground like a rock formation and there, on the top, lay Piglet.

In Matthew 13:44, Jesus taught about a pearl hidden in a field. A man found the pearl and, deeming it valuable, sold all he had to buy the field and gain the pearl.

The Lord whispered to my heart that Piglet was the pearl hidden in the field, and yet it struck me that Piglet isn’t valuable. He’s old, worn out, and no longer recognizable as the beloved fictional character. Much of his fur is missing, leaving him bald and threadbare. His ears sag; his limbs are flat and limp; and his colors are muted shadows of what they once were.

He's valuable to your son.

The words from the Lord exploded like a landmine, destroying the frustration of failing my mission to complete everything on my mommy todo list.

I flinched in submission to the Lord who revealed to me that not only is Piglet a hidden pearl, but so is my son.

Picking up Piglet, I asked, “Why were you looking for him?”

“I don’t know,” he said, “my room just isn’t my room without him.”

His answer unearthed a hidden truth that value is determined in the eye of the beholder because the beholder is the one who is willing to pay the price. Piglet may not look worthy of value, but that does not diminish his worth in the eyes of my son. He loves Piglet. The plushy has been a silent witness to every failure, every success, and every mundane event in my child’s life. He’s soaked up tears and taken part in celebrations. He’s even had the power to change family vacations into search and rescue parties. Piglet is a memoir of my son’s memories, and because of that he is priceless.

I held Piglet in my arms. “I would argue that you see value in Piglet that others might not see.”

My son’s arched brows and quick inhale let me know I had his attention. As a mom, I love my son, but I know he is only on loan to me. He is first and foremost a child of God. Life has a way of making us feel ugly and unlovable, but I need him to know that regardless of how he feels his life has value. A value that is priceless because someone already paid the unthinkable for him.

Romans 5:8 BSB: “But God proves His love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”

Holding Piglet in my hands, I asked, “If we donated Piglet to a thrift store would they sell him or throw him away?” His chuckle told me he knew the answer so I continued, “but you would never throw him away because you love him.”

Placing Piglet in my son’s hand, I held him there. “Just like you came looking for Piglet, Jesus went looking for you. He loves you and sees value in you even when you don’t feel lovable or see value in yourself.”

Through His sacrifice on the cross, Jesus poured out His blood for us. That blood is the receipt that bears witness to our cost.

Romans 6:23b BSB: “but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.”

This cost not only renders us priceless, but it broke the curse of death and redeemed us from a life of sin. For those who accept His gift, He shouts our names upon the winds of eternity.

Pushing my son’s bangs out of his eyes, I rest my fingers under his chin. “My beautiful boy, do you know what Jesus sees when He looks at you?” I lift his gaze so that he locks eyes with mine, “Jesus sees His Piglet and to Him you are worth the price He paid.”

for Everyone

Peace Be With You

by Hayden Lanier

We live in a world starved for peace.

Unfortunately, we have become desensitized to wars, assassinations, and violence. What used to be unthinkable has become expected. We also long for personal, inner peace. We all have anxieties that torment our minds. We have thoughts, concerns, and worries that bother us. We all have destructive habits we want to cease.

Peace seems to be high in demand but low in supply. Regarding the peace the world offers, this is true. But thank God, He has given us a different source of peace: His Son, Jesus.

Shortly after He rose from the dead, Jesus appeared to His disciples. But the disciples were afraid. Their leader had been murdered just days earlier. But what words does the risen Christ speak to His fearful followers?

“Jesus came and stood among them and said to them, ‘Peace be with you’” (John 20:19 ESV). However, the important part of this statement is what immediately follows. The Bible says that after this declaration of peace, “When [Jesus] had said this, He showed them His hands and His side. Then the disciples were glad when they saw the Lord” (John 20:20 ESV).

Jesus showed His disciples where He had been pierced. His hands were nailed to the beams of wood of the cross, and Jesus’ side was pierced after He died to prove that He was truly dead. But what is the correlation between Jesus’ statement of peace and the scars He now bore?

The peace Jesus offers is in His hands and His side. We are freely offered peace because of what Jesus did on the cross. (A dear friend of mine, Owen Lewis, first shared this idea with me, and it has stuck with me ever since. I give full credit to my brother in Christ, Owen, for this thought).

I am an elementary school writing teacher, and one of the main concepts I teach my students is that when we make a statement, we have to back it up with evidence. Jesus made a statement when He said, “Peace be with you,” and He proved that this is trustworthy and true when

He showed the disciples His hands and His side. Isaiah prophesied of the Prince of Peace (Isaiah 9:6) as well as the servant who would be pierced for our transgressions (Isaiah 53:5). In this single instance, Jesus proved these prophecies spoken of Him!

The Bible says elsewhere in Romans 5:1, “since we have been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.” When Jesus took our place on the cross, all of our sin was placed on Him. Now, since He has taken our place, He offers us peace.

We have peace with God. We have peace in that we do not have to strive and work to earn our salvation. We have peace in that our sins are forgiven and forgotten by a merciful God. We have peace in that the one who let His hands be pierced now extends a nail-scarred hand to you, and if you will just reach out and take it, He will hold you securely now and through eternity.

Do you need peace? Look no further than Jesus. The peace is in His hands and His side.

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dNews for Everyone

What Shall It Profit?

What would it profit a man if you gained the whole world and lost your soul? What is your God-given purpose in life? Are you living your life the way God designed?

by Judy Hood

The Rich Man And Lazarus

Mark 8:36 KJV: “For what shall it profit a man, if he gain the whole world, and lose his own soul?”

Just like the rich man and Lazarus found in the Bible, gaining the whole world and lots of riches meant not a thing when the rich man went out into eternity. The rich man lost everything. But Lazarus, on the other hand, gained eternity with Jesus Christ.

Luke 16:20-26 KJV: “And there was a certain man named Lazarus, which was laid at his gate, full of sores. Which desiring to be fed the crumbs which fell from the rich man’s table: moreover the dogs came and licked his sores. And it came to pass, that the beggar died, and was carried by the angels to Abraham’s bosom: the rich man also died: and was buried; And in hell he lifted up his eyes, being in torment, and seeing Abraham afar off, and Lazarus in his bosom. And he cried and said, ‘Father Abraham, have mercy on

me, and send Lazarus, that he may dip the tip of his finger in water, and cool my tongue: for I am tormented in this flame.’ But Abraham said, ‘Son, remember that you in your lifetime received your good things: and likewise Lazarus evil things: but now he is comforted, and you are tormented. And besides all this, between us and you there’s a great gulf fixed: so they which would pass from hence to you cannot; neither can they pass to us, that would come from thence.’”

So, with that said, I would recommend that you live your life with the purpose God has given you. Live it well. Help the poor. Help God save souls.

Purpose and Perspective

What if you don’t know your purpose? Then pray for God to show you your purpose in life. If you live your life the way God has designed, and live it everyday to please God, then there would be no doubt that, when you die, you will be so happy because you would surely go to heaven.

Heaven was created with love. Heaven is full of beautiful things. Everyone will love one another in heaven. Everyone will be beautiful in heaven. There will be no sin. If you are maimed on earth, you will not be maimed in heaven. The streets are paved in iridescent gold. The gates are made of pearls. There will be all kinds of jewels everywhere, plus the tree of life that we will be able to eat from. Then there’s visiting with the folks of old, because we will get to live with them for eternity. Not to forget, our mansions are so beautiful and bright. There’s also the gleaming river of life and the Crystal Sea. Then there’s the Lamb of God, who gave His life so we could live forever in eternity. He will be illuminating heaven. Heaven will be brighter than the sun! There’s no telling what all we’ll see in heaven. But the best of all, we will be living with God, our Father, and Jesus, our brother.

Ephesians 1:10-12 KJV: “That in the dispensation of the fullness of times He might gather together in one all things in Christ, both which are in heaven and are on earth. In whom also we have obtained an inheritance, being predestined according to the purpose of Him who works all things according to the purpose of His will: That we should be the praise of His glory, who first trusted in Christ.”

Then there is a place called Hades. This is for the people who just will not live for the Lord, and refuse to acknowledge what Jesus Christ did on Calvary for their souls.

In Hades, there will be much crying and gnashing of teeth. People will be trying to get out of that place of torment, but they will not be able to. Satan lies to everyone by telling them how great Hades is. Also, he tells some that he will give them their own kingdom. Do not believe him, because he is a liar and the father of lies. And let’s not overlook this fact: if you are maimed on earth, you will also be maimed in Hades. There’s no healing there.

John 8:44 KJV: “You are of your father the devil, and the lust of your father you will do. He was a murderer from the beginning, and abode not in the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he speaks a lie, he speaks of his own: for he is a liar, and the father of it.”

So, trust in Christ! Find your purpose in life. Then to the best of your ability, live it.

GOD LOVES YOU!

for Everyone

Do Your Best!

by Dr. Bobbie Jo Davidson

There was a particular lad born in my hometown. He was born in 1905, one of five children. Wil had osteomyelitis (bone marrow infection) as a child, and was on a pallet from the time he was in fifth grade until he was 15 years old. In the early 1900s, there was no penicillin and nothing effective, except to scrape the bone. Even as an adult, Wil had holes in his legs where the skin grew back to the bone.

He did not go back to school, but went to work in the mill. Whatever job Wil had, he always did his best and he did not complain. He helped his mother with most of his salary every week. By the time Wil was a teen, there were eight children in the family.

Wil watched others work near him, and he was given a chance to learn the machines. He excelled and eventually became the head loom fixer. He trained others. After about 60 years, Wil retired.

Wil married the girl he met at church after a “supervised courtship.” In 1930, the country was dealing with a depression.

In 1977, the company needed someone to go to Ivory Coast in Africa to straighten the company's problems with the equipment. The company called Wil and asked him to come in. They wanted to talk to him. They explained the situation and told him that he could choose someone to go help him, and his wife could also go for the week in Switzerland where they would train. He chose Lee, whom he had worked with and knew well. Wil’s wife, Evie, was excited to go! The company knew the choices would make Wil feel more comfortable.

None of the three had ever flown. Their flight to Zürich was exciting! They would begin an intense week of study the next morning after arriving.

The driver picked them up each morning and brought them back to their apartment in the evening. Evie shopped and cooked dinner for them each night. She met an ambassador while shopping and made friends. During the daytime, for two or three days, Evie’s new acquaintance showed Zürich to Evie.

I still marvel that anyone could change tools and equipment to the metric system from the current system and use it with no errors in just one week! The week ended well. Wil and Lee went on to Ivory Coast, and Evie went home.

Wil and Lee were met by a young couple who were company liaisons, and, of all places, they were from their home town!

A young boy was appointed to Wil and one to Lee to take them to their location each morning. During the day, Wil would have a Coke, just like he did back home, and he would give one to this young boy. Eventually, the French owners of the mill told Wil to stop giving the young boy a Coke when he had one. Wil explained that he couldn’t have one and not give the young boy one.

Wil and Lee were close to being through and that incident probably added impetus to get finished and go home. They finished their assignment very successfully and flew home. A constant effort to do his best had singled Wil out, even in retirement!

Scripture says, “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” This verse is in both Matthew and Luke (Matthew 7:12 and Luke 6:31). Remember: Do your best!

Smile Confidence: Exceptional Orthodontic Care in Cleveland

For families in Cleveland, Tennessee, a straight, healthy smile has never been easier to achieve. Celebrating its first anniversary this month, the Cleveland office at its convenient location across from Publix on Paul Huff Parkway is the newest addition to Scenic City Orthodontics. For 16 years, SCO has been known throughout Chattanooga and North Georgia for outstanding orthodontic care. Now, Cleveland residents can benefit from the same expertise, led by board-certified orthodontist Dr. Bryan Otis, right in our own community.

Orthodontic Treatment: It’s About Health, Not Just Appearance

A great smile is a wonderful outcome, but orthodontics goes far deeper than looks. Consider whether you or your child has experienced any of the following:

• Difficulty chewing or biting: Misaligned teeth or jaws can make chewing inefficient and may cause uneven wear.

• Jaw pain or TMJ/TMD symptoms: An improper bite can strain the jaw joints, often leading to headaches, neck discomfort, and chronic pain.

• Teeth grinding (bruxism): Bite issues may contribute to grinding, which can wear down enamel and increase sensitivity.

• Speech challenges: Tooth and jaw position affect clarity of speech; orthodontics can often correct issues like lisps or whistling sounds.

• Difficulty cleaning crowded teeth: Overlapping teeth create areas that are hard to brush and floss, raising the risk of cavities and gum disease.

If any of these feel familiar, you may be dealing with more than a cosmetic concern. Orthodontic treatment can improve your long-term oral health and daily comfort.

The Scenic City Orthodontics Difference

When choosing an orthodontist, training and experience matter. Every orthodontist begins as a dentist, but only those who complete several additional years of specialty education become orthodontic specialists. At Scenic City Orthodontics in Cleveland, your treatment is provided by one doctor with advanced training and a commitment to excellence from the start of treatment to your finished result.

Meet Dr. Bryan Otis: Local Expertise You Can Trust

Dr. Bryan Otis is a board-certified orthodontist, an achievement that requires extensive additional testing and peer review through the American Board of Orthodontics. This certification reflects his dedication to evidence-based care and exceptional results.

His drive for excellence runs even deeper than academic achievement, however. “My Christian faith pushes me to deliver care with excellence, integrity, and attention to detail, and to guide every family with respect, honesty, and compassion,” says Dr. Otis.

Dr. Otis moved to Tennessee with his family as a teenager. His father, Dr. David Otis, established his dental practice in Collegedale, where Dr. Otis and his siblings attended high school. He earned his undergraduate degree from Southern Adventist University, and after completing dental school and specialty training in orthodontics at Loma Linda University in California, Dr. Otis and his wife, Jordan, returned to Tennessee to raise their two young children and reconnect with their roots.

“Living in Tennessee has reinforced the importance of community and kindness, and having a family of my own has shaped how I approach my work,” says Dr. Otis. “A verse in the Bible that means a lot to me is Luke 6:31, which says ‘do to others as you would have them do to you,’ and I try to care for each child with patience and empathy, as if they were my own.”

That philosophy of care is reflected in the structure of the Cleveland practice. At the Cleveland office, Dr. Otis is the only orthodontist. This means he personally develops your treatment plan and guides you through every step of care, from your first consultation to the final adjustment. Unlike offices where patients see different doctors during treatment, you’ll have the confidence of working with the same skilled, board-certified orthodontist for every visit.

Treatment Options Designed for Your Life

Every patient and every smile is unique. That’s why SCO offers a full range of modern treatment options, including:

• Traditional metal braces: A durable, reliable option for even the most complex cases.

• Clear ceramic braces: Tooth-colored brackets that blend in for a more subtle look.

• Invisalign® clear aligners: Custom, removable aligners that are comfortable and nearly invisible.

• Early (Phase I) treatment: Interceptive care for children that can help prevent more involved treatment later.

Now is the Perfect Time to Take the First Step Toward a Healthier, Happier Smile

Your smile affects your confidence, your first impressions, and your everyday comfort. If you’ve delayed treatment because of cost, time, or uncertainty, you may be surprised by how accessible orthodontic care can be.

Scenic City Orthodontics in Cleveland offers flexible scheduling, accepts most major insurance plans, and provides budget-friendly monthly payment options to make treatment achievable for your whole family.

You don’t have to settle for a “good enough” smile. When you’re ready for expert, personalized care close to home, Scenic City Orthodontics is here to help. Call SCO in Cleveland today to schedule your complimentary consultation with Dr. Bryan Otis and start your journey to the smile you’ve always wanted.

Scenic City Orthodontics Cleveland (423) 855-4201 | sceniccityortho.com 4300 Peerless Rd. NW, STE 100, Cleveland, TN 37312 Across from Publix on Paul Huff Parkway

Family, Faith, and the Father’s Business Gò0 dNews for Everyone

by Tammy Madden

Recently, my mind took me to a simpler time back in the 1980’s. We used to drink from a garden hose, and play outside all day long. We ran the neighborhood. My parents always knew we were safe.

I remember walking to school with my brothers and my big brother being 10 feet ahead of us because his legs were so long! When school was out, if we stopped by the park or the library or to see a friend, Mom didn't need to come looking for us. All the neighbors watched out for each other and 75% of them were relatives.

We didn't worry about "where" we were going to eat because that was never a question. We ate at home, every single day. The food was on the table. When we saw what Mom or Grandma had cooked, we ate it and we liked it. I remember getting oranges, apples, and candy canes in our stockings at Christmas. We thought we were rich!

I remember waking on Thanksgiving morning and smelling that turkey. I remember Dad and my Uncle Junior getting up early Thanksgiving morning to go hunting, while Mom and Grandma would cook all day. My favorite part was "helping" Mom make her banana pudding in that great big yellow bowl. We couldn't wait to have that after dinner!

I remember going every weekend to visit relatives, and Dad carrying me in the house late at night when we got home because I would pretend to be asleep. He just seemed

like the strongest man in the world to me back then, but in reality he probably was about 5' 6" and might have weighed 150 if he was lucky!

We didn't hear anyone talk about who voted for whom or what the government was doing. We just lived life to the fullest.

We had three TV channels. We got up to change them and we didn't complain. I remember you could only watch The Wizard of Oz once a year, and it was such a big deal when it came on. We would all have to get our bath so we could go to bed right after. We would all gather around the TV and take it in!

Where did these simpler times go?

I know it's the signs of the times, but oh how I wish my daughter could have been a part of these things. She doesn't know the meaning of stringing popcorn or making homemade puppets with a sandwich bag. I can try to recreate these memories for her, but that time will never return. It's a part of history now and we must move forward.

God has been so good to us. No matter what is thrown our way, He cares for us and He helps us hold onto precious memories. I sure miss Mom, Dad, and Grandma. One day, we will see them again.

Are y'all ready for that day? I believe the time is near. The signs are everywhere. Soon and very soon, He will split that eastern sky. Please, people, don't be left behind. Get on fire for God TODAY! Just ask Him today to come into your life and be your Lord and Savior. I don't know why God put this on my heart today, but I believe someone needed it. Someone is lukewarm and you need to get on fire for the Lord! Be about your Father's business. Listen to His still small voice and obey. I pray you have a blessed day and I'm sorry if I was rambling. I gave you what God gave me. Amen!

Gò0 dNews for your Taste Buds

Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Cheesecake Bites

A perfect Valentine’s Day treat—bite-sized, creamy cheesecake coated in rich chocolate and topped with fresh strawberries!

Ingredients:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened

• ¼ cup powdered sweetener (or sugar)

• ½ tsp vanilla extract

• ½ cup crushed graham crackers (or almond flour for keto)

• 6 oz dark chocolate, melted

• 6 fresh strawberries, sliced

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, sweetener, and vanilla until smooth.

2. Stir in crushed graham crackers until combined.

3. Roll into small balls and place on a lined tray. Freeze for 30 minutes.

4. Dip each cheesecake bite into melted chocolate, then top with a strawberry slice.

5. Chill until set, then enjoy!

Little Brown Bird

by Hayden Lanier

Rocking back and forth in the white chair on my front porch, I spot a little brown bird trotting along in the green grass without a care or a worry in the whole wide world

He does not fear He does not fret

Anxiety is foreign to the little brown bird

Not a single concern weighs him down

He does not know where he will go or where his meal will be found

He simply hops along

in the green grass knowing it will be provided him

He flitters through the sky, sailing above the tops of the green trees, singing a delightful whistle as he ascends for all below to hear

This little brown bird knows nothing of the worldly worries that consume us The creature is joyful He is content For God cares even for this little brown bird

Misty BOLT MEET

Misty found herself led to insurance, and specifically to Medica

These unique life experiences shaped Misty and fueled her drive to succeed for others. She is relentless in her fight to help those in need. Today she does so through her business, Medicare Misty, which helps people navigate the confusing world of Medicare.

Solo confía

por Kody Fox

Entre los muchos milagros que Jesús realizó durante su estancia en la tierra, se encuentra la historia de Jairo y su hija a punto de morir en el capítulo 5 de Marcos. Jairo era un líder de la sinagoga y formaba parte de una facción religiosa que despreciaba lo que hacía Jesús. De hecho, si se le ocurría acercarse a Jesús con una petición semejante, lo más probable era que perdiera su cargo. Pero Jairo estaba desesperado. Su hija se estaba muriendo y él había oído que Jesús hacía milagros.

recibieron la noticia de que la hija de Jairo había muerto. Jairo debió de haberse sentido tan desolado en ese momento al enterarse de su terrible pérdida. La noticia que recibió confirmó su sentir en ese momento: que habían llegado demasiado tarde. No había nada que hacer.

Pero Jesús tenía palabras distintas para él, así como las tiene hoy para todos nosotros: "No tengas miedo, solo confía". No importa la situación por la que estés pasando en este momento, ya sea enfermedad, problemas matrimoniales o económicos. Cuando nos despojamos del miedo que el enemigo trata de usar para mantenernos paralizados y "solo confiamos", podemos descansar confiados en que Jesús está obrando para nuestro bien.

Así que Jairo fue a buscarlo para pedirle que le impusiera las manos y así salvar a su hija. Tal vez hayas experimentado lo mismo en tu propia vida, y hayas acudido a Jesús desesperado porque tú o un ser querido necesitaban un milagro. Mientras Jesús iba con Jairo a ver a su hija, le detuvo abruptamente en el camino una mujer con flujo de sangre. Ella tocó el borde de su manto y quedó curada, un milagro que la mayoría de nosotros conocemos. Pero, ¿te has puesto alguna vez en el lugar de Jairo? Él veía cómo Jesús interactuaba con esta mujer mientras su hija agonizaba. Me lo imagino pensando: "¡Vamos, Jesús! ¡No hay tiempo que perder!". Esta mujer estaba enferma, pero su hija estaba al borde de la muerte. ¿Qué era más urgente? La Biblia dice que Jesús aún no había terminado de hablar cuando

La Escritura dice que Jesús llegó a la casa de Jairo y ahí encontró literalmente un funeral, en donde familiares y amigos lloraban la pérdida de su hija. Pero el funeral no duró mucho tiempo. Jesús lo convirtió en una celebración. Jairo descubrió, en ese momento, que no importaban las palabras de los demás acerca de su situación o la de su hija, lo único que importaba eran las palabras de Jesús. Por lo tanto, no importa a qué te enfrentes hoy, recuerda que las palabras de Jesús hacia Jairo son las mismas que te dice a ti. No dejes que el miedo se apodere de ti; cree que ese Jesús que tocaba vidas hace 2 mil años, sigue haciéndolo hoy en día.

En Romanos 8, el apóstol Pablo nos dice: "en todo esto somos más que vencedores por medio de aquel que nos amó. Pues estoy convencido de que ni la muerte ni la vida, ni los ángeles ni los demonios, ni lo presente ni lo por venir, ni los poderes, ni lo alto ni lo profundo, ni cosa alguna en toda la creación podrá apartarnos del amor que Dios nos ha manifestado en Cristo Jesús nuestro Señor". Él está acostumbrado a devolverles la vida a las cosas muertas, así que "no temas, solo confía", aunque el diablo te diga que es tiempo de un funeral.

for Health & Fitness

Two Simple Ways to Improve Your Mental Health

by Steve Knapp

In my lifetime as a millennial, I have noticed a significant increase in our culture’s interest in mental health. I cannot remember hearing the phrase “mental health” until I was in college and even then I was completely unaware whether my university had any mental health resources available. I contrast this with my past employment at a university counseling center where the demand for students seeking counseling annually increased. Mental health was a regular part of conversations for the average student. Mental health was a prominent part of the conversation during the COVID-19 pandemic, including how access to mental health counselors has significantly increased since that time.

With this increase, so have proposed solutions: counseling/ therapy, medication, diet, improving gut health, meditation, positive thinking, spiritual practices. While I believe each of these areas could be helpful in their own way, I want to highlight two ways to improve mental health that we often undervalue even if we know they are both helpful: exercise and being outdoors. Each has been demonstrated to generally improve our mental health, yet they do not have to cost money nor require any advanced skill to mentally benefit from them. These activities appear to be woven into the design of how God created us, so we will benefit in some way when we lean into them. (To be clear, please reach out for professional assistance if you are having concerns about your own safety, are in the midst of a psychological crisis, and/or experiencing difficulty functioning).

In our Western culture, we often have this implied separation between the brain and the body. The brain is a physical organ and the relationship between the body and the brain are intertwined. One outworking of this is how our brain needs regular exercise to function optimally. In an article from the National Institute of Health, we read “exercise improves mental health by reducing anxiety, depression, and negative mood and by improving self-esteem and cognitive function.” And it does not require much exercise to receive these benefits: a moderate amount of exercise (such as a brisk walk) for as little as 30 minutes and three times a week can produce these psychological benefits. It also does not seem to matter what kind

of exercise, as any kind of aerobic exercise that increases the heart rate appears sufficient. Personally, I notice the difference in my stress levels and mood when I am regularly exercising compared to when I am not, which makes it the first place I generally start when I try to improve my mental health.

I am someone who enjoys being indoors, and the positive impact of being outdoors is undeniable for anyone. Sunlight is associated with improved mood due to its role with serotonin (which helps regulate our mood) and alleviates stress due to the releasing endorphins. A Stanford study showed that being in more natural environments promotes better mood outcomes compared to urban environments. Even during winter with less sunlight and colder weather, the colder weather can also boost our mood through the production of norepinephrine, which is important for mood regulation. Finally, the use of light therapy lamps has been shown to help supplement natural sunlight when it proves challenging to get outdoors.

As previously mentioned, do not delay seeking help if you are having concerns about your own safety, are in the midst of a psychological crisis, and/or experiencing difficulty functioning. But otherwise, a good place to start to improve your mental health is simply opening up your front door, going outside, and moving your body.

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He’s Just Getting Started! (Luke 5:1-11)

At the end of human effort, God is just getting started!

by Dr. Rob Debelak

The banks of Lake Galilee were teeming with activity. It was early, but a crowd was already forming on the shoreline; Jesus had caught their attention, and they were ready for His teaching (Luke 5:1). The assembly seemed oblivious to the business matters around them.

Crews of fishermen are also on shore but preoccupied with their nets (v 2) – not with fish (v 5). The scene is a subtle mix of priorities and concerns as the night gives way to a new day (v 5) – a day filled with new potential as Jesus engages an eager audience and exhausted laborers.

Tell-tale signals of finality initiate the setting where a trio of fishermen are forever changed. They had worked all night, catching nothing (v 5). They are spent, like their vacant vessels and unfilled nets (v 2). They do not comment on Jesus successfully netting an abundant number of listeners—so many that this setting by the sea did not have enough room.

Appropriating one of Peter's unused boats (v 3), the Master seats Himself. Putting out just offshore, He continues teaching (v 3). Peter is concluding a long night of fruitless labor; Jesus is just beginning His day's work, and the multitude is evidence that He is off to a good start! When finishing His message to the crowd, He initiates a private lesson, calling Peter to head for open water (v 4). There is something to do, and Jesus invites a tired mariner to participate.

“Master, we have toiled all the night, and have taken nothing...” Peter's response to Jesus emphasizes his depletion. The time he invested has produced nothing (v 5). Diligently applying his craft only resulted in empty nets (v 5). The futility in the experienced angler's remarks betrayed his perception that burning more calories was a worthless expenditure of energy and a waste of time. Though the very human Peter is at the end of himself (v 5), Jesus is just getting started.

He skeptically obeys Jesus’ request (v 5) and sails toward the deep water. Only hours before, he caught

nothing. Now, miraculously, Peter caught so many fish that the nets began to break (v 6)! Signaling for help, co-workers fill two boats beyond capacity, each nearly capsizing before reaching shore (v 7). In response, Peter falls to his knees in repentance (v 8). His confession and testimony equally expressed the amazement and humility of two other fishermen, James and John (vv 8-10).

Teaching a large assembly the shore could not contain was mirrored by a catch of fish the nets could not hold. Peter's petition for additional fishing partners to help haul in the catch finds parallel in Jesus’ call for Peter to join Him in ministry. Jesus had set the example for three mariners and called them to follow Him. Reassuring Peter of his value and calling to reach people, he and his two fishing partners— tired from a long night of empty labor – were renewed. They maneuvered overloaded vessels to shore, pulled the heavy boats with their abundant catch on land, and, at the end of themselves, found a fresh beginning in the Master's service. When we find ourselves overwhelmed with burdens, pressures, and responsibilities, it’s encouraging to recall that at the end of ourselves...He is just getting started!

for Discovering More

Wheels and Deals

by Garrett Nudd

One morning when I was a youngster, I was riding my blue BMX bicycle and my chain came off. I rolled it into the garage and told my mother about my misfortune. When she called my father, he suggested I wait until that evening, and we’d fix it together.

It was a great offer, but I was impatient. I grabbed a few tools from my father’s toolbox and began pulling apart the rear wheel that was connected to the chain. Before I knew it, bearings were rolling all over the floor, I was covered in grease, and I had made quite a mess!

When my father returned home from work that evening, he told me how disappointed he was that I hadn’t followed his instructions.

After he assessed the situation, he determined I had done so much damage that it was beyond repair. Rather than fixing my wheel at home, we had to take it to the local bike shop.

I loved visiting Scott’s Bicycle Shop in Cleveland, but not under these circumstances. We walked into the store with the wheel and all its components in a greasy plastic bag.

“Well, hello there, Garry and Garrett!” Mr. Scott Coulter welcomed us with his irresistibly charming Irish accent. “What do we have here?”

My father shared the story of how my chain came off, how he had asked me to wait until he returned from work, but I had been impatient. Mr Coulter asked for a week and he’d have it ready.

A week later, we returned to Scott’s Bicycle Shop. He gave us the repaired wheel and a bill for $15 plus tax.

Full of grace and compassion but also with the wisdom to make this a teachable moment, my parents told me that they’d help me out by paying half the cost, but I’d have to pay the rest. Now I know it doesn’t sound like a lot of money, but to an eight-year old in 1985, $7.50 was a fortune. Not to mention, at that point, I was living paycheck to paycheck, so the implications of my indiscretion would be long-lasting.

When we returned home, I gave my parents some of my allowance, erasing about half of my debt. Fortunately,

at the same time I was learning how to mow the lawn. So, I worked off the balance a dollar every time I mowed.

“I’ll help you fix it, but you’re going to take responsibility.” There’s a cost. That wasn’t just my parents’ approach, it’s God’s approach too. And that’s MORE THAN. That’s God’s approach to MORE THAN.

What’s the cost? Romans 6:23 says, “The wages of sin is death...”

Death, that sounds pretty severe! But keep reading because the rest of the verse is the payoff: “…but the gift of God is eternal life.” The cost is death, and it was paid by God through His Son, Jesus. And the gift is the MORE THAN.

Our sins—toward God and each other—are a lot bigger than bicycle chains. The apostle Paul wrote that we deserve death, but God decided to pay the price by sending His Son—the Gift of God.

How accessible does God’s gift feel to you? Does it feel close enough to reach out and touch it? Because it is.

In Romans 8:39, we read: “Neither height nor depth.... Can separate us from the love of God.”

And Psalm 103:12 tells us: “As far as the east is from the west, so far has He removed our transgressions.”

From top to bottom, left to right, that covers it. There you have it, God’s gift of MORE THAN.

Keep the Window Shade Open

by Greg Grotewold

I’ve done and continue to do a fair amount of work travel. Interestingly enough, I haven’t lost my fascination with flying. I’m still struck by the expansive landscape 30,000 feet below. Equally interesting is that most other travelers no longer are. Rather than avail themselves of such beauty, they shut their shades and find delight elsewhere. Familiarity breeds if not contempt, certainly disregard. The astonishing ceases to be such.

To a certain degree, the same thing happens with us in regards to God. Familiarity with Him can cause us to lose, at times, our astonishment of Him, and we shut the window shade and pursue other appeals.

While there may be a plethora of reasons why, one culprit could be how we engage Scripture. I know for myself there are times where my approach becomes too passive. I don’t meditate over the words as I ought. And my devotions end up exacerbating my dullness, rather than thwarting it.

How do we see Jesus with fresh eyes? One approach that I’ve found useful might be of benefit. It’s not

complicated. I take a passage of Scripture and first do an initial reading of it. I then go back through verse by verse and put on paper what I think each means. Here’s an example from Colossians 1:15-18 ESV:

“He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation. For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through him and for him. And he is before all things, and in him all things hold together. And he is the head of the body, the church. He is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, that in everything he might be preeminent.”

“He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation” (v. 15). Jesus resembles God because He is God. He is more than a wise prophet, learned teacher, or moral man. He is God incarnate—begotten, not made. He has never had a beginning and never not existed. “For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible

and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through him and for him” (v. 16). Jesus formed every atom and every galaxy and everything in between. He stands up regimes and topples them. He is the superintending authority over all other dominions and has no jurisdictional equivalent. “And he is before all things, and in him all things hold together” (v. 17). Jesus precedes every event in human history, either causing them to happen or allowing them to happen. He is never surprised, never caught off guard. He is not only creator of all things but their sustainer. The sun rotates on His command. “And he is the head of the body, the church. He is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, that in everything he might be preeminent” (v. 18). Jesus resurrects His church—the elect—securing their blood-bought path to glory. He is the prevailing force of the universe so that He would be the prevailing affection of our hearts. He exists to be glorified above all else. He exists to be made much of, above all else. He exists to be adored above all else.

Something transformational happens when we go from merely reading a passage to challenging ourselves to

explain it on paper. That something is clarity of thought. The written word is a powerful aid for it necessitates a certain exactness, a certain conciseness of understanding. It causes us to be diligent in truly grasping the intricacies of that which we seek to articulate. Writing causes us to think.

This is certainly the case for me. I write to think. I write to understand. It’s my space to work through, wrestle with, and expound upon the glories of Jesus as explained in Scripture. Stated differently, I write to replace wander with wonder, indifference with deliberation, lethargy with curiosity.

May we be diligent in finding ways to attack our disinterest towards Jesus. The written word about the written Word is a powerful means to that end. I encourage you to put your thoughts on paper. It will help keep the window shade open.

Just Like Snowflakes—

You Are One of a Kind

Have you ever caught a snowflake on your glove and looked at it closely? If you have, you might have noticed something amazing—no two snowflakes are exactly the same! Scientists have studied snowflakes for years, and even though they all start the same way, each one forms its own unique pattern. God designed them that way on purpose.

The Bible tells us that God is a Creator who loves detail. He didn’t make the world rushed or careless. He made it with beauty, creativity, and intention. Snowflakes are tiny reminders of that. They fall quietly, sparkle in the light, and never look exactly like the one next to them.

Here’s the wonderful part: God made you with the same care.

The Bible says, “I praise You because I am fearfully and wonderfully made” (Psalm 139:14 NIV). That means God didn’t copy and paste when He made you. He chose your smile, your laugh, your talents, and even the things that make you different. Just like snowflakes, no one else in the whole world is exactly like you.

Sometimes kids feel pressure to fit in or be like everyone else. You might think, I wish I were better at sports, or I wish I were more like my friend. But God never asked you to be someone else. He asked you to be you.

Jesus showed us how much every person matters. He cared for children, listened to them, and welcomed them. The Bible tells us, “Let the little children come to Me” (Matthew 19:14 NIV). That shows us something important— Jesus sees kids as valuable, important, and loved, just as they are.

Think about a snowstorm. If every snowflake were the same, it wouldn’t be nearly as beautiful. The beauty comes from the variety. God’s world works the same way. Each person brings something special that no one else can bring.

God also has plans for your life. The Bible says, “For I know the plans I have for you… plans to give you hope and a future” (Jeremiah 29:11 NIV). Those plans are made just for you—not your best friend, not your sibling, not anyone else.

Even when you make mistakes or feel unsure, God doesn’t stop loving you. Snowflakes may melt, but God’s love never does. He is always with you, guiding you and cheering you on. “The Lord your God is with you… He will rejoice over you with gladness” (Zephaniah 3:17 NIV).

So the next time snow falls from the sky, remember this: each snowflake is different, and each one has a purpose. And so do you.

You don’t have to be anyone else. God already decided—you are wonderfully made, deeply loved, and completely one of a kind!

Explore:

If you can’t find snowflakes to examine, what about finding several leaves? Are they exactly the same?

Look up at the clouds. Are the clouds all the same?

Look for some pebbles and rocks. Are they all the same?

You see, God made each of those and He made each person unique too!

What Ifs

by Dorothy Teague

The older I get, the more I tend to look back on my life and question how I have handled situations and problems. I sit and ponder my life’s choices. Often, late at night, when I’m left with only the silence, my mind wanders back to times when I wish I would have spoken words more gently and forgiven more quickly. For a while, I dwell in the “what ifs.” What if I had zipped my lips and not spoken when someone verbally attacked me and tried to damage my reputation? What if I’d spoken words of kindness at just the right time that a friend really needed to hear them? What if I had prayed right then and there when

someone asked for prayer instead of praying later? I have a million and one what ifs that travel around in my mind on many nights when sleep won’t come. But the trouble with dwelling in the land of what ifs is that it keeps you from moving forward. If we are constantly looking back, we can’t accomplish anything in the present.

Genesis 19 gives us a perfect example of why we mustn’t look back. Lot’s family lived in Sodom and it had become so evil that God was going to destroy it. However, God was merciful to Lot and his family, and sent angels to warn them to leave. Both Lot and his wife were hesitant, so

the angels grasped their hands and took them from the city. Verse 17 expresses just how urgent it was for them to leave quickly. One of the angels said, “Flee for your lives! Don’t look back, and don’t stop anywhere in the plain! Flee to the mountains or you will be swept away!” Yet, Lot asked to go to a nearby city (Zoar) and God allowed it. Once they arrived safely, the Lord rained down burning sulfur and fire on Sodom and Gomorrah! It must have been so horrific that it could be seen from a great distance. But, no matter how dire the warning from angelic beings, we find in verse 26 that Lot’s wife ignored the angels’ warning and looked back. When she ignored God’s instruction, she turned into a pillar of salt! We don’t know why she looked back. Maybe she couldn’t resist one last look at home and all that it represented to her. She was leaving her friends and her stuff that she had accumulated. Perhaps she didn’t believe God would really destroy her home. No matter the reason, her looking back was an act of disobedience to God with severe consequences!

This story is a stern warning about disobeying God. When He tells us to not look back to our old life but live in the here and now, we must hear and obey. It’s normal to make mistakes. I know I have many regrets and all I can do is ask forgiveness from God and try to make amends with others. But we must not be so entangled with our yesterdays that we miss our todays! “No one who puts his hand to the plow and looks back is fit for the kingdom of God” (Luke 9:62 KJV). The refrain of the old hymn I Have Decided to Follow Jesus says, “I have decided to follow Jesus. No turning back. No turning back.” When I start to let my mind return to yesteryear and all my mistakes along the way, I can sing this as a reminder to look forward to what God has in store for me!

Cleveland Church Directory

African Methodist Episcopal

Price Memorial AME Zion 254 Dooley Street NE, Cleveland, TN 37311

Anglican

Mission Cleveland 1165 Church St SE, Cleveland, TN 37311

Apostolic

First Apostolic Church Of Cleveland 4859 Freewill Rd NW, Cleveland, TN 37312 (229) 343-6880

Assembly of God

The Collectives Church 1976 Westland Dr SW, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 641-0193

Triune Assembly 301 Sunset Drive Cleveland, TN 37312

Baptist

Antioch Baptist Church

2807 Old Alabama Rd. SW McDonald, TN 37353

Avenue Church

1720 Perry St SE, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 472-0489

Beacon Baptist Church 505 Corvin Rd NE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 472-7056

Bellefounte Baptist Church 132 Bellfounte Rd NE, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 336-2312

Bethel Baptist Tabernacle 3165 Buchanan Rd SE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 479-5820

Berean Baptist Church

2355 Bucks Pocket Rd SE, Old Fort, TN 37362 (423) 478-1697

Big Spring Baptist Church 1415 Hardwick St SE, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 472-1101

Blue Springs Baptist Church 699 Blue Springs Church Rd SW, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 472-0932

Candies Creek Church

294 Old Eureka Rd Charleston, TN 37310 (423) 479-3731

Cedar Springs Baptist Church 723 Cedar Springs Church Rd SE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 479-5506

Center Point Baptist Church 1205 Lower River Rd NW Charleston, TN 37310 (423) 336-2133

Cleveland Cowboy Church 3040 Blythe Rd. Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 476-7936

Cloverleaf Baptist Church 2290 Waterlevel Highway Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 339-3617

Clingan Ridge Baptist Church 2412 Georgetown Road, NW Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 472-3511

Covenant Baptist Church

249 Calhoun Rd SE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 559-2653

Dalton Pike Baptist Church 3055 Benton Pike NE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 472-7606

East Cleveland Baptist Church 1145 Arnold St NE, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 472-8728

Echos of Mercy Baptist Church 535 Durkee Rd SE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 715-9739

Elkmont Baptist Church 4030 Old Freewill Rd NW, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 479-4600

Emmanuel Baptist Church 1227 Powerline Dr NE, Cleveland, TN 37323

Farmland Community Church 1675 Greendale Dr. SE Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 473-9891

First Baptist Church 1275 Stuart Road Cleveland, Tennessee 37312 (423) 709-9100

Galilee Baptist Church

665 Old Chattanooga Pike SW, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 241-2740

Henegar Baptist Church 7423 Mouse Creek Rd. Cleveland, TN 37312

Hopewell Baptist Church 188 Old Georgetown Rd NW, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 479-3763

Lebanon Baptist Church 1411 Old Parksville Rd NE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 479-6700

Macedonia Baptist Church 3119 Spring Place Rd SE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 479-1713

Maple Street Baptist Church 1700 Maple St NE, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 478-3622

Maranatha Baptist Church 453 Blue Springs Ln SE, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 614-8991

Michigan Avenue Baptist Church 2741 Benton Pike NE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 472-8891

Mt Carmel Baptist Church 7619 Blue Springs Rd, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 479-1620

New Friendship Baptist Church 1344 Chatata Valley Rd NE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 476-6007

New Salem Baptist Church

175 Ladd Springs Rd, Cleveland, TN 37323 North Cleveland Baptist Church

2815 Ocoee St N, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 476-8524

Oak Grove Baptist Church 4452 Bates Pike SE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 479-9125

Old Pathway Baptist Church 224 Rymer Rd NE, Cleveland, TN 37323

Parkway Baptist Church 185 Meadow Ln SE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 339-5522

Philadelphia Baptist Church 910 30th St SE, Cleveland, TN 37323

Philippi Baptist Church 2325 Old Harrison Pike NW, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 479-5385

Pleasant Grove Baptist Church 799 Inman Street East Cleveland, Tennessee 37311 (423) 476-4081

Public Church 850 17th St. NW Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 458-4405

Ridgeview Baptist Church 1501 S Ocoee St, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 472-5119

Samples Memorial Baptist Church 371 Samples Chapel Rd SE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 476-2329

Shenandoah Baptist Church 138 Osment Rd SE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 339-0103

Shiloh Baptist Church 357 Highway 64 Ocoee, TN 37361 (423) 338-4292

Shiloh Baptist Church 3406 Blair Rd NW, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 479-5755

Stuart Park Baptist Church 850 17th St NW, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 472-6741

Tasso Baptist Church 164 Old Charleston Rd NE, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 559-2114

Temple Baptist Church 3070 Harrison Pike, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 476-6813

Thompson Spring Baptist Church 5660 Bates Pike SE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 790-1823

Union Baptist Church 797 Hughes Lake Rd SE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 559-1720

Valley View Baptist Church 4657 Spring Place Rd SE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 472-7707

Waterville Baptist Church 4555 Dalton Pike SE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 472-5582

West Cleveland Baptist Church

1959 Westland Dr SW, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 472-8927

Westwood Baptist Church 4001 Georgetown Rd NW, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 472-1534

White Oak Baptist Church 2043 White Oak Valley Rd NW, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 559-2359

Catholic

St Therese Catholic Church 900 Clingan Ridge Dr NW, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 476-8123

Charismatic

Cleveland Christian Fellowship 695 S Ocoee St, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 476-2642

Church of Christ

North Bradley Church of Christ 1510 Stuart Road NE, Suite 207 Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 473-3298

Church of God

Community Chapel Church of God 807 Blythe Ave SE Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 479-2143

Church of God Sanctified, Inc. 746 First Street N.E. Cleveland, TN. 37311 (423) 479-3895

East Cleveland Church of God 900 15th St NE Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 479-3389

Fellowship of Praise Church of God 931 Inman Street East Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 479-3121

Grace Community Church of God 4745 Mouse Creek Road NW, Cleveland, TN 37312. (423) 614-0708

Heritage Fellowship Church of God 4635 South Lee Hwy McDonald, TN 37353 (423) 476-6316

Iglesia de Dios Comunidad de Esperanza/COG Community of Hope 2779 APD 40, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 464-5691

International Worship Center Centro Internacional de Adoración 533 Central Ave. NE, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 476-1977

Kinser Church of God 141 Kinser Road Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 476-7400

Lakeview Community Church 105 Pound Street SE Cleveland, TN 37323 (423)-790-5805

North Cleveland Church of God 335 11th St NE, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 476-5513

Michigan Avenue Church of God 515 Minnis Road NE (423) 284-7573

Mt Olive Church of God 3522 Harrison Pike, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 479-3381

Mt View Church of God

210 Roadway Dr SE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (706) 455-3528

Pine Hill Church of God 1484 Old Alabama Rd McDonald, TN 37353 (423) 488-0939

South Cleveland Church of God 1846 Volunteer Dr SW, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 476-6382

Westmore Church of God 2440 Legacy Pkwy NW Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 479-3415

Church of God of Prophecy

Cleveland Spanish COGOP 2610 Grove Ave. Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 473-7199

Durkee Road COGOP 201 Durkee Rd. Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 472-4384

Keith Street Ministries COGOP 4000 Keith ST. NW Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 476-2448

Peerless Road COGOP

3301 Peerless Rd. NW Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 303-2680

Spring Place COGOP 2530 Spring Place Rd. Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 476-6414

Wildwood COGOP 140 Wildwood Ave Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 479-6584

The Church of God

The Church of God Jerusalem Acres 1826 Dalton Pike SE Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 472-1597

Community

Fellowship in Christ 1025 Beech Circle NW Cleveland TN 37312 (423) 314-2382

Disciples of Christ

First Christian Church 3625 N. Ocoee Street Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 472-6682

Episcopal Saint Luke’s Episcopal Church

320 Broad St NW, Cleveland, TN 37311

Lutheran

First Lutheran Church 195 McIntire Ave NE, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 472-6811

Latter-day Saints

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 4200 Pryor Rd N.E. Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 503-6394

Methodist

Big Springs Methodist Church 1196 Hardwick St SE,

Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 476-5242

Black Fox United Methodist 1820 Old Chattanooga Pike SW, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 339-1908

Broad Street United Methodist 155 Central Ave NW, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 476-5586

First United Methodist Church 3425 Ocoee St N, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 476-4504

Mt. Zion Methodist Church 7223 Georgetown Rd Cleveland, TN 37312

Pleasant Grove Community Church 3043 Pleasant Grove Church Rd SW Cleveland, TN 37311

Red Hill United Methodist Church 527 Red Hill Valley Road SE Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 728-5413

Tasso United Methodist 1106 Tasso Ln NE, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 479-4457

Trinity United Methodist Church 731 1st St SE, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 614-7900

Valley Head Methodist Church 920 Mouse Creek Rd NW, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 472-0575

Wesley Memorial Methodist 3405 Peerless Rd NW, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 472-9578

Pentecostal

Faith Memorial Church 910 17th St NW, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 476-6281

First United Pentecostal Church 4095 Peerless Rd NW, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 476-9436

Revolution Life Church 1525 Jones Ave SW, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 310-7287

Full Gospel House of Prayer 1500 Wildwood Ave. Cleveland, TN

Nazarene

Cleveland First Church Of The Nazarene 2712 Henderson Ave. Cleveland, TN 37312 423-472-7371

New Hope Church of the Nazarene 4514 Waterlevel Highway Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 473-3379

Benton Pike House Of Prayer 2615 Peach Orchard Hill Rd, Cleveland, TN 37323

Christian Fellowship Ctr 895 6th St NE, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 479-9591

Church Alive Ministries 6315 Mouse Creek Road NW, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 476-8133

Church At Grace Point 2595 Old Freewill Rd NW, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 728-5050

Cleveland Community Chapel 1823 Forest Ridge Dr. Cleveland, TN 37311

Cleveland Cornerstone Church 533 Broad St NW, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 479-1775

Community Hall Church 1305 6th Street Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 472-2178

Crossroads Community Church 1000 South Lee Highway Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 716-2871

Dwelling Place Church International 523 Urbane Road NE Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 790-5200

Eagle’s Chapel Church 133 Beaty Dr NW Cleveland, TN 37312

Eleven22 Church 1701 South Lee Hwy Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 488-4526

Evening Light Gospel 200 20th St SE Cleveland, TN 37311

Freedom Fellowship Church 3555 Blue Springs Rd, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 478-0654

God’s Family Fellowship 2823 South Lee Hwy Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 458-4490

Graceway Chapel 221 14th St NW, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 728-2226

Jacob’s Tent Fellowship 1080 Montgomery Ave NE, Cleveland, TN 37311

The Journey Church 3191 South Lee Hwy, McDonald, TN 37353 (423) 728-4100

Living By Faith Ministries 1175 King Edward Avenue Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 457-9072

Living Stones Church 4165 Peerless Rd NW Cleveland, TN 37312

Living Word Church 930 25th Street NW Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 339-3028

Mount Zion Prayer Center 650 25th Street NW Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 478-5044

New Life Bible Church 155 S Ocoee St, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 472-3882

Redemption To The Nations 2750 Keith Street NW, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 591-7886

Restoration Fellowship 211 Trewhitt Dr SE, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 479-4249

Rock Bridge Community Church 3635 Georgetown Rd, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 641-1485

The Sanctuary 1203 Smith Dr. Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 478-2843

Tasso Christian Church 1135 Tasso Lane,

Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 479-2705

The TRIBE 1175 King Edward Avenue SE Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 380-8802

Tri-State Cowboy Church 200 Natures Trail SW, McDonald, TN 37353 (Building 3) (423) 303-8954

United Christian Church 2200 Peerless Rd NW, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 479-4277

Unity Christian Ministries 2419 Georgetown Rd NW Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 473-9338

Walker Valley Community 787 Lauderdale Memorial Hwy Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 336-9696

Wings Of Love House Of Prayer 855 5th Street SE, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 716-5394

Presbyterian

Charleston Cumberland Presbyterian Church 8267 N Lee Hwy, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 336-5004

First Cumberland Presbyterian 161 2nd St NE, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 476-6751

First Presbyterian Church 433 N Ocoee St, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 476-5584

Flint Springs Cumberland

Presbyterian Church 515 Flint Springs Rd Cleveland TN. 37323 (423) 284-6397

Prospect United Cumberland

Presbyterian Church 310 New Murraytown Rd. NW, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 476-6181

St James Cumberland Presbyterian 151 Short St NE, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 472-5762

Trinity Presbyterian PCA 1780 Stuart Rd. NE, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 559-9595

Seventh Day Adventist

Bowman Hills Adventist 300 Westview Dr NE Cleveland, TN 37312

Cleveland Fellowship Church 3687 Blue Springs Rd, Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 671-7497

East Cleveland Seventh-Day 801 Howard Circle SE Cleveland, TN 37311 (423) 476-9299

Ladd Springs Seventh-Day 5860 Bates Pike SE Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 476-1889

Zion Assembly

Zion Assembly Church of God 5512 Waterlevel Hwy, Cleveland, TN 37323 (423) 476-3337

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