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Some things must be understood about God

Many people have given up on God. They feel that because things have not worked out the way they planned, serving God is not worth the time or the effort.

March 05, 2013 | By Minister Riley Nelson Richmond Hill Church of Christ | Faith


New Beach Hill Bapitst pastor is excited

Sunday was a time of new beginnings for the Beach Hill Baptist Church in Midway. The church installed a new pastor, the Rev. Douglas Carter of Hinesville. Dr. Sinclair Thorne of the First Calvary Missionary Baptist Church of Hinesville will be the speaker. Carter, who was appointed as the pastor of the 133-year-old church in December 2012, is excited about his appointment. "The members are very enthusiastic and excited to see what God has ...

March 04, 2013 | By Edith Anderson Correspondent | Faith


Stuck between two opinions

"How long will you waver between two opinions? If the Lord be God then follow Him…" - 1 Kings 18:21

March 04, 2013 | By Pastor K.E. Brown Columnist | Faith


Lent is also about what we can give

Most Christians and many non-Christians observe Lent, traditionally held during the six weeks before Easter Sunday. These 40 days between Ash Wednesday and Maundy Thursday are a commemoration of the time Jesus spent fasting in the desert before the beginning of His public ministry, in which He endured temptations by the devil.

March 04, 2013 | By John Scherer Columnist | Faith


Always hate the sin, love the sinner

Christianity has been misunderstood as it pertains to its attitude towards sin. I realize there are spokespersons for the faith that don't always speak correctly when representing it. They either refuse to call sin what the Bible calls sin, or they have a wrong attitude and end up hating the sinner as well as the sin. The Bible is clear on what our attitude should be towards sin: We must hate it. One of the ...

February 26, 2013 | By Pastor Steve Lane New Beginnings Community Church | Faith


Faith can guide us to inpsire others

They don't teach cursive writing any more. That's what I was told. It has been made obsolete by the computer.

February 26, 2013 | By Pastor Brad Butler First Baptist Church, Pembroke | Faith


Religion scholar speaks in Gainesville

GAINESVILLE - Dr. Marcus Borg will present three lectures March 1-2 at Brenau University as part of a newly formed partnership of North Georgia churches and academic institutions.

February 26, 2013 | Special to the Courier | Faith


Many things make life worthwile

Life is worth living. Some do not think so and take their lives, not realizing there is a better answer.

February 26, 2013 | By Minister Riley Nelson Richmond Hill Church of Christ | Faith


Practice what you preach

"From the same mouth come blessing and cursing. My brothers, these things ought not to be so. Does a spring pour forth from the same opening both fresh and salt water? Can a fig tree, my brothers, bear olives, or a grapevine produce figs? Neither can a salt pond yield fresh water." James 3:10-12

February 25, 2013 | By Rev. Richard hayes Columnist | Faith


Founders Day honors visionary women

Nationally, members of the 100-year-old Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. have been doing a lot of celebrating this year.

February 25, 2013 | By Edith Anderson Correspondent | Faith


Sense of urgency from modern life

As I read and listen to news reports, I wonder how much longer God is going to tolerate the unholy occurrences in our world.

February 18, 2013 | By Dr. Richard Wright Columnist | Faith


Preparing for season of reflection, sacrifice

Another Lent season is under way. The 2013 season, a 40-day period before Easter, commenced Feb. 13 on Ash Wednesday. During this period, Sundays are not counted because Sundays commemorate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. It will culminate March 30, the day before Easter. A time of intensive soul-searching, repentance and reflection, Lent is celebrated around the world as people take inventory of their lives and try to get a closer relationship with God. By ...

February 18, 2013 | By Edith Anderson Correspondent | Faith


Savaqnnah mayor to speak at church here

Savannah Mayor Edna Branch Jackson will deliver the keynote speech Feb. 24 at Pleasant Grove AME Church as part of an annual African-American history celebration.

February 14, 2013 | Special to the Courier | Faith


Use words as tools for good

I was really good at lunch today. I had a salad. I even dipped my fork in the salad dressing for each bite, thus using half of what was provided.

February 12, 2013 | By Pastor Brad Butler First Baptist Church, Pembroke | Faith


Guy's guide to a happy marriage

The following information is "for guys only," so if any women out there dare to read this, use extreme caution!

February 11, 2013 | By John Scherer Columnist | Faith


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Taking on the three major decisions

In the next few weeks, many area teens will receive their diplomas, which means that they officially will be graduated.

May 21, 2013 | By Pastor Steve Lane New Beginnings Community Church | Faith


God invites you to trust Him

I believe that God is absolutely sovereign. That means that he is in control of all things, and that nothing is outside of his authority. He is the one and only God. He knows all things. He is all-powerful.

May 21, 2013 | By Pastor Brad Butler First Baptist Church, Pembroke | Faith


God plans for man's salvation

When man was created and placed in the Garden of Eden, God's plan of creation was completed. Man giving in to Satan turned this scene into a wicked and ugly one.

May 21, 2013 | By Minister Riley Nelson Richmond Hill Church of Christ | Faith


Celebrating two faithful servants

Members of Fellowship of Love in Allenhurst are pausing today to express their love and appreciation for their leaders - and celebrating in a big way.

May 20, 2013 | By Edith Anderson Correspondent | Faith


God's strategy and Satan's tactics

While reading a book on business, I came across an interesting idea: A business owner should have a strategic view and not a tactical view of his or her business.

May 20, 2013 | By Rev. Ashley Morris Columnist | Faith


A special day to rejoice, mourn

Many look forward to Mother's Day, a time to honor, remember and celebrate motherhood.

May 14, 2013 | By Pastor Steve Lane New Beginnings Community Church | Faith


Mothers are joys and privileges

Eight years ago this April, my mother passed away. It has been a while since that thought has caused me to burst out in tears, but it still fills me with deep sadness. I miss her terribly. I would give just about anything to be able to hear her deep Southern drawl on the telephone again.

May 14, 2013 | By Pastor Brad Butler First Baptist Church, Pembroke | Faith


Heed wise words of the Master

Jesus said, "He that rejecteth me, and receiveth not my words, hath one that judgeth him; the word that I have spoken, the same shall judge him in the last day" (John 12:48). Knowing how much depends on obeying his word, a study of the Bible should be important to everyone.

May 14, 2013 | By Minister Riley Nelson Richmond Hill Church of Christ | Faith


Remembering great mothers by giving

Millions of people walk every day for various reasons, primarily to get some exercise. Others walk to support different causes.

May 13, 2013 | By Edith Anderson Correspondent | Faith


Mother's role in child's life

First and foremost, I wish all mothers a wonderful and happy Mother's Day.

May 13, 2013 | By Pastor Kathleen Ayala Columnist | Faith


Three religions converge in one story

Many of the major religions of the world have a lot in common. The similarities between Christians, Jews and Muslims, for instance, can be seen in the story of Abraham and Sarah.

May 13, 2013 | Special to the Courier | Faith


Show concern for the unresolved

Serving as a pastor close to a military base has been a wonderful experience for me. I have met so many wonderful people who have served our country, and for that I am grateful.

May 07, 2013 | By Pastor Steve Lane New Beginnings Community Church | Faith


Make sure you're ready for Heaven

Serving as a pastor close to a military base has been a wonderful experience for me. I have met so many wonderful people who have served our country, and for that I am grateful.

May 07, 2013 | By Pastor Brad Butler First Baptist Church, Pembroke | Faith


God shows wack back to salvation

God created man to worship and love him. He had prepared a place for man to dwell, providing all of man's needs. (Genesis 1, 2). In doing this, God allowed for his creation, man, to be able to decide to obey him or to follow another way (Joshua 24:15).

May 07, 2013 | By Minister Riley Nelson Richmond Hill Church of Christ | Faith


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