One of our church members had her niece at services with her this past Sunday who was a recent college grad with a degree in biology. When I said that she was…
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The Pulpit The unity God desires Ephesians 4:1-6
One of Aesop’s fables tells of four oxen who were such great friends that they always kept together when feeding. A lion watched them for many days with longing eyes but, never…
“Constitution Alive!” begins in September
Bill Snyder “Constitution Alive!” Host The “Constitution Alive!” class is a popular video series filmed in Independence Hall and known as “The Citizen’s Guide to the Constitution.” Please join us for class…
Casa Bianca M. B. Church: Walking in God’s plan for 153 years
Story Submitted Casa Bianca Missionary Baptist Church will celebrate its 153rd anniversary on Sunday, June 22, 2025, at 11 a.m. The historic church is built on a rich history that has…
When our faith is tested again and again
You’ve noticed something different about yourself. Previously, when you faced obstacles, you’d give up. Now, you persevere and see the project or trial through … … even when it feels as if…
Drawing our picture of God
There’s a story about a young child who was vigorously coloring a picture. His brother noticed the boy’s concentration and asked what he was drawing. Without losing a moment’s momentum, the boy…
Donna’s testimony
“You have a few months to live.” Well, that would rock anyone’s world, wouldn’t it? That is what I was told in April 2009 when I learned that my breast cancer had…
An inspired challenge for wives this Father’s Day
How many dads (and moms, for that matter) would want their “parenting” televised? I can’t think of anything more intimidating. If someone made a movie about your family, how many scenes would…
At a loss for words: Idioms birthed in the Bible
It comes as no surprise that many of our modern idioms have their roots in scripture, since the Bible is an integral part of millions of people’s lives today. Most of the…
Chocolate Chip Cookies
As the elderly man lay dying in his bed, death’s agony was suddenly pushed aside as he smelled the aroma of his favorite homemade chocolate chip cookies wafting up the stairs. Gathering…
An open letter to those fighting cancer
“You have cancer.” Those words would tend to take the wind out of anyone’s sails. Yet most, if not all of us, know someone who has heard those words, if we have…
Are your thoughts keeping you awake?
Your mind is racing. It won’t be long before your boss realizes that you’re not as experienced as your resume suggested. Or perhaps you’re wondering if you’ll ever manage to pay down…
Slow down
Slowing down is a term I am hearing a lot in my spirit these days. It seems as if this world has become so hurried that there is hardly time to breathe…
Bless My Ride event is June 7
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Restored Glory Christian Center (RGCC) invites the community to their Bless My Ride event on Saturday, June 7. From 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Winn…
Growing through it: Fear, faith and a little moth
This morning, as I was getting ready to leave, a little moth flew into my car. It wasn’t big — just a tiny, fluttery thing that landed quietly on my windshield. But…
Sour Milk
Florida’s dairy industry is “udderly” booming, thanks to the farmers and dairy cows throughout the state that produce fresh milk. About 125,000 dairy cows reside in Florida, producing around 300 million gallons…
What to watch: House of David slingshots to the top
Mickey Starling ECB Publishing, Inc. It is rare to have a secular streaming service provide quality biblical content, but Amazon Prime has succeeded with “House of David,” which began streaming in February….
Pam Tebow headlines AWPC banquet
Mickey Starling ECB Publishing, Inc. As the daughter of an army colonel, Pam Tebow lived all over the world until she was 17, when she entered the University of Florida. She set…
Growing Through It: Love anyway
Some of the last words Jesus spoke before the cross weren’t long-winded or deeply theological. They were simple. Direct. Maybe even frustratingly so. “Love one another.” That’s it. Right there, in John…
Pickett Lake church camp registration opens
Leah Androski ECB Publishing, Inc. The Middle Florida Baptist Association and the Lake Pickett 2025 camp staff are excited to announce registration for E.C. Tyner Children’s camp at Pickett Lake, in Branford,…