I realize that when certain ideas become ingrained in the popular mindset, those ideas are seldom amenable to change. Once we accept a certain viewpoint we are reluctant to reconsider an alternative…
Category: Church
Committed Pastor still serves Midway Church of God after 40 years
Reverend Retis Flowers has been pastoring for over 40 years. His journey with Christ began at the age of 13 at a revival service. “The Holy Spirit drew me as he has…
Smartphones are changing our understanding of the Bible
According to Pew Research, nearly two-thirds of Americans are smartphone owners. Today, smartphones are used for more than texting, calling and email. Many use their smartphones as a gateway into the online…
Corinth Christian Academy opens Thrift Shop to raise further funding
Corinth Christian Academy Thrift Shop in Lee, Fl. began two years ago as a ministry to raise additional funds for Corinth Christian Academy in Jasper, Fl. The CCA Thrift Shop is a…
Harmony Baptist welcomes new preacher
Harmony Baptist Church in Greenville, Fl. recently hired a new pastor, Justin Fountain. This is Fountain’s first position as a pastor. His father served as a pastor for Harmony Baptist for 10…
New Missions Director at Middle Florida Baptist Association
As new Interim Director of Missions at Middle Florida Baptist Association (MFBA), Dr. James Obrecht is the glue that holds all 33 churches in Jefferson, Taylor and Madison in the MFBA together….
The Pulpit: Only dead fish float downstream
By the time this is published I have no clue what the presidential field of candidates will look like. However, as I write this article “The Donald” is the Republican frontrunner by…
Pastor Toney Hill resigns from Greenville Baptist
Pastor of Greenville Baptist Church, Toney Hill, is resigning after five years of service. He, his wife, Joy, and their six children will be travelling to Bradenton, Fl., where he has accepted…
The Pulpit: Judge Me Not or Help Me Yes
Here is a phrase that I am sure everyone has heard and probably even said once or twice: “Judge not unless you want to be judged.” Sound familiar? It is something that…
Church Calendar
October 3 The Brotherhood is hosting a Men and Women’s Golf Scramble on Saturday, October 3, at the Madison County Country Club located at 445 SW Country Club Rd., Madison. The cost…
First Baptist Church welcomes new Youth Minister
After residing in Jeffersonville, Indiana for six years, Youth Minister Aaron Hale has taken the position of new Youth Pastor at First Baptist Church in Madison County. Hale arrived in Madison with…
Charles W. Evans Sr. recognized for service
At the regularly scheduled County Commission meeting on July 22, by proclamation, the Commissioners unanimously proclaimed Sunday, August 9, 2015, as Charles W. Evans Sr. Day. The proclamation, signed by the Chair…
Church Calendar
August 5-6 Hickory Grove United Methodist Church VBS has begun; the theme is Workshop of Workers. Wednesday night will begin at 5:30 p.m. and last until 8:30 p.m. Thursday night will begin…
Bible Deliverance Church Homecoming: Reflectsons to perform
Bible Deliverance Church will hold their Annual Homecoming Celebration on Sunday, August 2. Sunday School begins at 10 a.m., with the singing service beginning at 10:45 a.m. Lunch will be provided at…
Midway Church of God to host peanut boil
Midway Church of God is hosting a peanut boil on Saturday, August 1, at 6 p.m., with peanuts prepared by Elvoye Thomas and Julian Penny, along with desserts prepared by the ladies…
Church of God to host movie night
Madison Church of God will be showing the movie, Do You Believe? on Sunday, August 2, at 5 p.m. Come join us and see this awesome movie. The cost is a donation…
Kids Crusade 2015 is a success
Beginning July 6 and lasting until July 10, Kids Crusade 2015: Racing for the Crown of Life took place at Bible Deliverance Church of Madison. Featured at Kid’s Crusade 2015 was David…
The Pulpit: Focus on the Harvest
Good and successful farmers spend very little time talking about issues at the local feed and seed store during harvest time. They are far too busy riding their combines and rushing to…
It’s time for VBS!
July 15-17 Cherry Lake First Baptist Church, in partnership with Pine Grove Baptist Church, will be hosting its Vacation Bible School July 12 – 17, beginning at 6 p.m., nightly. The theme…
The Pulpit: Lessons from a frustrating game
The odometer on the dashboard of my life recently turned sixty-three. This is a measurement, not of miles but of consecutive, twelve-month segments. Nevertheless, the body of your roadster has already begun…