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If you had to guess which of my paintbrushes was my favorite, you would probably guess wrong. I have new brushes, fan brushes, detail brushes, filbert brushes, and more, but my favorite is an old, worn-out straight-edge brush. Why? Because it’s frayed and looks pretty bad, but it does a great job of creating leaves, grass, and other tiny details quickly. So, my favorite brush isn't the newest or the prettiest.
Have you noticed that in our society, and sometimes even in our churches, the young and good-looking tend to get the most attention? A lot of emphasis is placed on outward appearance and youth. Now, don’t get me wrong, we need and love our youth, or we won’t have a church in the future, but we also have a great resource in our older saints. We might not be the easiest to look at, but we can offer wisdom and experience that the youth can’t. Too often, there seems to be little respect today for older people. More often than not, you hear negative comments about the old ways, that the older folks need to step aside so the younger generation can take over, and poor treatment of senior adults by those too busy to really care. Of course, many people love and care for older adults, and we thank God for them. But let’s remember, the best brush you have might not be the newest or the prettiest, but the used, frayed, and older one. Don’t throw that old brush away. It can do some useful things that might surprise you.
Leviticus 19:32 “You shall stand up before the gray head and honor the face of an old man, and you shall fear your God: I am the Lord.
1 Timothy 5:1-2 Do not rebuke an older man but encourage him as you would a father, younger men as brothers, older women as mothers, younger women as sisters, in all purity.
Proverbs 23:22 Listen to your father who gave you life, and do not despise your mother when she is old.
Psalm 71:9 Do not cast me off in the time of old age; forsake me not when my strength is spent.
Job 12:12 Wisdom is with the aged, and understanding in length of days.
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IMC Concerts says – Gospel Music is returning to the Southwest once again in January! We’re excited to be bringing some new artists to this event as well as new concert times. By popular demand, both evening sessions will start at 4pm! Tickets are on sale now, so make your plans to attend the 2026 Southwest Gospel Music Festival! (Link in comments) 🎶
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Listen to the words of this song “Behold Our God” by our own Minister of Music Arthur Rice & Jubilee Choir 🙌🙏❤️….
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In John 4:4, it says Jesus had to go through Samaria. Now understand, many Jews wouldn’t go through Samaria because of their long-standing hatred for the Samaritans. Neither would they talk with them. Although the shortest route between Judea to Galilee was through Samaria, most Jews would go the long way around to avoid Samaria. Jesus went because he had a divine appointment. He went to the well of Jacob in Samaria because he was to meet a woman who would come to believe He was the Messiah, she would witness to others, and many would come to know Jesus.
Sometimes God will lead us to go where we wouldn’t normally go, to talk with people we normally wouldn’t talk to in order to share about Jesus. Always be willing to leave your comfort zone, because the fields are white unto harvest, but the laborers are few. The potential of harvest will be realized when we are willing to go where the Spirit leads and are willing to share the gospel. Who knows what divine appointment God has for you today?
Luke 10:2 2He told them, "The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few. Ask the LORD of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field.
Matthew 5:16 In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.
Acts 1:8 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.”
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A word of encouragement from Scotty Inman…
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I was reading about trees and found it interesting that trees surrounded by others are more benefited and better protected than when they stand alone. Did you know that if a tree is suffering, it can receive nutrients and help from the surrounding trees? Their roots intertwine, allowing them to support one another. They also help buffer the wind so they do not bear the full brunt of a storm like a tree standing alone.
I have seen several memes lately suggesting that we don’t need to go to church, just be the church. I strongly disagree with this idea. Why? First, God’s Word tells us to gather together (physically), provides qualifications for church leaders, and explains how to conduct ourselves during services. The early church also met together for worship. The truth is, we need to go to church and also be the church. Church is where we learn and prepare to serve outside of it. Many things can only be achieved when we combine efforts and resources, which we cannot do alone. Our main purpose in gathering is to worship God, minister to the Body of Christ, and reach the lost. It may be comfortable to watch sermons from our couches in PJs, but God never called us to be comfortable. Therefore, to be the church, we must obey God’s Word, which clearly states the importance of gathering. The Body of Christ isn’t the building; it’s the place we come together to learn, prepare, and serve so we can better represent Christ outside the church building.
Hebrews 10:24-25 And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near.
Psalm 150:1-6 – Praise the Lord! Praise God in his sanctuary; praise him in his mighty heavens! Praise him for his mighty deeds; praise him according to his excellent greatness! Praise him with trumpet sound.
Luke 4:16 – And he came to Nazareth, where he had been brought up. And as was his custom, he went to the synagogue on the Sabbath day, and he stood up to read.
Matthew 18:20 – For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I among them.
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Be sure and follow The LeFevre Quartet and Michael Booth on their Christmas Tour!!
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A word from Southbound this morning!
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Listening to the Swan….Dennis Swanberg today…
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Today at The Ultimate Smoky Mountain Christmas Celebration in Pigeon Forge. This is awesome. Merry Christmas everyone! www.ultimatesmokychristmas.com
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Welcome to “Getting To Know You with Host Paul Pitts” and his special guest Dean Hopper of the Hoppers. Today, we want to make you aware of a very special contest that will make a Gospel Music lover extremely happy while helping support scholarships for those going into the Ministry. The Hopper Heritage Foundation Giveaway! Listen as Dean and Paul discuss the Seven events including the National Quartet Convention, Singing in the Sun, Branson Praise Feat, Gaither Family Fest, Bill Baileys Winter Convention, Memphis Quartet Show, and Passage for two on the 50th Anniversary of the Singing at Sea Cruise!! This isn't just any contest; it's a chance to win tickets to some the biggest events in Gospel Music while contributing to a cause close to our hearts.
Please go here and become a part of this with us: bit.ly/HHF_Drawing
Drawing will be held Thanksgiving
Weekend !
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Welcome to “Getting To Know You with Host Paul Pitts” and his special guests – the Bibletones Quartet.
This four man quartet is made up with Jack Armstrong singing Baritone, Danny Jackson Jr singing Tenor, Charley Lucas singing the bass, and Nathaniel Chapman is the Lead Singer. This Mississippi group sings all across the country bringing great four part harmony to the stage weekly. They have a new project coming out soon and this morning we talk about it and why it’s so important!!!!!
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This week on “Getting To Know You with Host Paul Pitts” our special guest will be the Bibletones Quartet. The Bibletones were formed in 1957 in Lumberton Mississippi and still reside in that great state. Over the years they have sung on many great stages such as the Grand Ole Opry, the Gospel Singing Jubilee, the Memphis Quartet Show, the National Quartet Convention and many more.
Tune in the Sunday morning as we talk with them about what’s going on this year with them….
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Good Sunday Morning and welcome to “Getting To Know You with Host Paul Pitts” and his special guest Steve Ladd.
From the tender age of five, growing up in Dayton, Ohio, Steve felt the divine call to minister through song. The son of an evangelist, Steve matured to become a beloved member of America’s most acclaimed Christian music groups, including Gold City, The Anchormen, and the Old Paths (Anthem Edition).
Now with his solo career, Steve has continued ministering to audiences with inspirational songs like “Come Sunday Morning,” “One More River,” and “Preach the Word.” These harmonious melodies have transformed into personal anthems of encouragement that Steve carries wherever he goes, as he testifies to lives touched, healed, and uplifted.
We talk today about this great career and his latest project “The Trouble With Me” and how a couple of these songs came about. Also, as an extra note to add on to this interview, Steve said this week “I’m thrilled to finally share that my brand new Christmas song “No Other Child” featuring my wife, Maegan, and my son, Haven, will be available to stream on November 28th”. So go to Steveladd.com and all streaming platforms to get his latest projects!!!!
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This Sunday Morning on “Getting To Know You with Host Paul Pitts” will be Steve Ladd. While his extraordinary journey began within his family and burgeoned through award-winning quartets, his reemergence as a solo artist has been a testament to the Lord’s unwavering faithfulness. Join us this weekend as we update you on what’s going on with Steve now!!!
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Multi-award winning family group The Hoppers have been singing to global audiences for over 60 years with appearances ranging from presidential religious inaugural ceremonies and New York’s Carnegie Hall to singing conventions and church platforms. They have performed throughout the United States as well as...
