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Don’t just take my word for it … take his!
Dear Friend, God has already given you everything you need to enjoy your life. As you have already begun a New Year, I want to ask you: Do you believe it? The truth is, in either case, you have what it takes to enjoy and succeed in life, but perhaps today your vision needs a tune-up. So I want to help you look at life from a different perspective today…not just with your natural eyes but with eyes of faith. 2011 is history. So make it tha...
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Pray for — come to — hometown Chrisitan celebration
Has God been speaking to you through signs and wonders? He really does speak, giving guidance and wisdom when we take time to listen. He has led the way for a time of revival and renewal here in Clinton. I am humbled to give honor and praise to Him and many people who have helped make Rise Up, Recount Love happen. This first, all-day Christian conference, retreat, revival, whatever word fits, is a step of faith with signs from God lighting ...
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Your funeral: Don’t make your preacher lie
When Joshua approached death he said, “this day I am going the way of all the earth” (Josh. 23:14). He understood that all die. The Hebrew writer states, “And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment” (Heb. 9:27). Death is in the future of each of us. For most, following shortly after our death will be a funeral. Preachers are routinely requested to speak at these times. When preparing to “preach a funeral” one of ...
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Through the cross
In Isaiah 53:5, it says “ but he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him and with his stripes we are healed.” God still wants to heal you from this sickness that you have been dealing with lately. Notice what this verse says — “We are healed.” That means what Jesus did on the cross for you and I gives us access to healing. The Cross of Christ purchased your healing an...
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‘Come Blow Your Horn’ opens Feb. 17
If you have never watched an older brother and a younger brother go at each other with words that are the brainchild of playwright Neil Simon, you will be able to do so in two weeks as Alan Baker (Jake Matthews) and Buddy Baker (Clay Boney) square off in the first act of “Come Blow Your Horn” at 8 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 17,as the Sampson Community Theatre presents the first show of 2012 on our big stage. The set is built thanks to Mike Philli...
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What is fair … really?
“A return to the American values of fair play and shared responsibility will help us protect our people and our economy,” said President Barack Obama during his State of the Union Speech last Tuesday. He spoke of restoring an “economy where everyone gets a fair shot, everyone does their fair share.” This was also the day that his primary (well, it was before last weekend) opposition in the fall presidential election, Mitt Romney released hi...
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Exercise IS medicine!
The American College of Sports Medicine and the American Medical Association teamed up a few years ago to get the word out that “Exercise is Medicine”, an initiative designed to help improve the health and wellbeing of our nation through exercise, backed by recommendations from doctors and other health care providers. In fact, a visit to their website, www.exerciseismedicine.org you can find resources for getting started with a physical fit...
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Celebration honoring Farrow Saturday
The members of First Baptist Church, 900 College St., Clinton, will celebrate the second anniversary of their pastor, the Rev. Thomas Farrow Jr., this weekend. On Saturday, Feb. 4, there will be an evening of fellowship. The guest speaker will be the Rev. Dr. Howard Parker of the Sycamore Hill Missionary Baptist Church in Greenville. This service is sponsored by the Pastor Aide Committee. On Sunday, Feb. 5, the regular morning worship service...
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Tips for beating clutter
Was your goal and New Year’s resolution to get more organized in 2012? Are you frustrated because it is almost February and you haven’t done anything yet? Or, did you attempt some steps only to have them not solve your disorganization problems? Getting organized in the New Year is one of the most popular resolutions. Many of us want a fresh start – a better start. We want things to go better in the coming year. This is an admirable goal and...
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The Warrens of Sampson County
The Warren family of Sampson County can trace their lineage as far back as the late 1400’s to the small hamlet of Dover, Kent County, England, which is now part of greater London. The first Warren known to settle in America, Thomas Warren, was born in Dover sometime around 1624. Thomas was part of a highly respected family there, as his father, grandfather, and great grandfather all served as the mayor of Dover. As one of 12 children, Tho...
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Growing fruit trees challenging yet rewarding
Question: What are the best fruit trees for our area? Answer: Growing fruit trees in the home garden or landscape can be a challenging yet rewarding activity. The idea of having a fruit tree that produces fresh fruit right in the backyard can be a rewarding hobby. Growing fruit trees can be a challenge because they commonly have disease and insect issues and let’s not forget about the unfavorable weather that can affect fruit production...
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Itchy, watery eyes and my furniture is falling apart
January is designated National Eye Health Month by the National Eye Institute of the National Institutes of Health. For the past several weeks we’ve discussed how to protect our eyes from the ravages of aging, and from the elements we deal with outdoors. In addition, we discussed some of the myths and facts about eye health. In this final installment I’d like to talk about how the humidity affects our vision, eye comfort and health. Winter ...
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Are we listening when God speaks?
How does God speak to you? The Bible is filled with stories of God communicating with His children. If He did it then, why would we not believe He still speaks today? Naysayers could be waiting for a burning bush; believers listen and hear answers in different ways. Jesus spoke at a revival in Charlotte in 2008, nudging my heart to have one in Clinton and fill up the Agri-Exposition Center for Christ. Sharing the signs and sagas of the jour...
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I am calling Jesus to help me first
In Matthew 8:5-7, it says “and when Jesus was entered into Capernaum, there came unto him a centurion, beseeching him, and saying, Lord my servant lieth at home sick of the palsy grievously tormented. And Jesus saith unto him I will come and heal him.” My question to you this week is who do you call on in times of distress? Many of you are going to say that you call on the Lord, but if you can be real and honest about this, you call the p...
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How to win the prize
The Bible often likens living the Christian life to that of a race or some other athletic competition. Paul wrote, “Know ye not that they which run in a race run all, but one receiveth the prize? So run, that ye may obtain” (I Cor. 9:24). To Timothy, he wrote, “And if a man also strive for masteries, yet is he not crowned, except he strive lawfully” (II Tim. 2:5). And, the Hebrew writer says, “…let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which...
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