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A message in song from Chonda Pierce…Praise the Lord!!!!
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I just finished a painting of the nativity scene for Christmas. Once I start a painting, I like to keep working on it until it's done, but with oils, there’s a problem. Sometimes I need to let what I’ve painted dry at least partially before adding more paint, or else it turns into mud. To do it right, I have to be patient and accept that some things need to be done in stages.
It’s also true in life. While we may want to jump in and finish our goals or what God has given us to do, God might be telling us to wait; He needs to work on us a little first before we move to the next step. We don’t like to wait, to give ourselves the prep time we need, or to let God prepare the way before we hurry ahead. When we get ahead of God, we tend to make a mess, and the beauty of what He intended in our lives can be lost. Be patient and let God work in you according to His timing, and you will see that what He has planned for you will be accomplished, and it will turn out much better.
Psalm 27:14 Wait for the Lord; be strong, and let your heart take courage; wait for the Lord!
Galatians 5:22-23 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.
Romans 8:25 But if we hope for what we do not see, we wait for it with patience.
John 14:15 “If you love me, you will keep my commandments.
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"The Thanksgiving Gospel Music Spectacular" returns to the Southeastern Technical College in Vidalia, GA on Saturday, November 29th at 6pm. Featured in concert will be the Hoppers, Kingsmen Quartet, Jeff & Sheri Easter, and the Down East Boys.
No tickets are required! A $15 donation per person will be requested at the door for the concert. A love offering will be received during the concert for "Bill Bailey Concerts". Doors open at 5pm, and all seating is general admission. Food concessions will be available.
Southeastern Technical College is located at 3001 East First Street (Hwy 280) in Vidalia, GA. For more info, call (941) 756-6942.
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Joel Hemphill Receives Lifetime Achievement Award
Goodlettsville, Tennessee (Thursday, November 13, 2025)
On November 11, 2025, the Southern Gospel Music Guild (SGMG) presented singer/songwriter/author Joel Hemphill with the Lifetime Achievement Award. The ceremony was held at the beautiful Patron Event Center, located next to Regeneration Nashville church in Goodlettsville, Tennessee (a suburb of Nashville).
Joel Hemphill is the writer of such Gospel classics as “He’s Still Working On Me,” “Consider The Lillies,” “I Claim The Blood,” “Master Of The Wind,” “I’m Not Perfect, Just Forgiven,” “The Sweetest Words He Ever Said,” “Jesus Saves,” “Let’s Have A Revival,” and many more – over 350 in all!
As 200-plus friends and family began to gather at the Patron Center, they were greeted by a string quartet of some of Nashville’s finest players, who were performing Joel’s music for the guests as they arrived.
Outgoing SGMG president, Elliott McCoy, was the master of ceremonies, and after the opening prayer by Joel’s pastor, Rev. Todd Coconato, Joel, along with his wife, Christie, and his children, Candy Hemphill Christmas, Trent Hemphill, and Joey Hemphill, were introduced to the stage, where they remained throughout the presentation.
All of the music that was performed were songs written by Joel. His granddaughter, Jasmine Christmas Brady, shared some thoughts about her grandfather, then sang “Jesus Saves” accompanied by Burton Gaar. She also sang “I Claim The Blood,” and was accompanied by Gary Prim on piano.
Other musical performances included Grand Ole Opry members The Isaacs, who sang “Consider The Lillies,” and “Master Of The Wind.” Tim Lovelace played piano and led the guests in “Let’s Have A Revival.”
There were video clips with heartfelt messages from Jeff & Sheri Easter, Johnny Minick, and Phil Cross.
Speakers included Pastor Bill Bailey, Duane Allen of The Oak Ridge Boys, and Ricky Skaggs. Duane Allen presented Joel with a proclamation from Tennessee Governor, Bill Lee, recognizing Joel and proclaiming him a Tennessee Ambassador of Goodwill.
Other speakers included Candy Christmas, Trent Hemphill, and Joey Hemphill, who shared many of the stories behind the songs along with memories of traveling together with their mom (LaBreeska) and dad as The Hemphills. The entire evening was a beautiful time of reflecting and reminiscing.
The Lifetime Achievement Award was officially presented to Joel by Elliott McCoy and Judy Nelon on behalf of all members of the Southern Gospel Music Guild.
Elliott McCoy stated, “I do not have adequate words to describe the joy and honor it was to present the Lifetime Achievement Award to Joel Hemphill. The room was filled with friends and family, and you could just feel the love for Joel and his precious family. The presence of the Lord was felt in the room. Joel’s songs are a true gift from God!”
About The Southern Gospel Music Guild
The Southern Gospel Music Guild (SGMG) is an organization that consists of artists, record label executives, publishers, radio, concert promoters, booking agents, media representatives, and more, who work together to increase the visibility and awareness of, and appreciation for, Southern Gospel music. You can learn more by going to www.sgmg.org.
For interviews, media inquiries, photos, or copies of this press release, please contact:
Elliott McCoy
(615) 207-4019
elmccoy@aol.com
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Join GRAMMY & Dove award-winning artist Jason Crabb for an unforgettable evening of music, worship, and Christmas joy! The "Miracle in a Manger" Tour brings the wonder of the season to life with inspiring performances of classic carols, powerful originals, and uplifting stories that will point hearts to the true meaning of Christmas.
December 13, 2025 – 2:30 PM
Coleman Theatre
103 N. Main St., Miami, OK 74354
🎟️ Link in comments!
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Phillips and Banks says – We love everything about this season! The lights, the laughter, the music…but more than anything, we love the message behind it all. Our Christmas tour is a time to slow down and remember the hope that came to earth through Jesus. We’d be honored for you to join us somewhere for our Christmas Tour this year!! It’s so hard to believe it’s right around the corner!
For more info and a full list of dates, visit www.phillipsandbanks.com
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A message from Michael Combs Ministries.
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I was noticing today a picture collage of my wife’s hands and mine. One picture shows us when we were first married nearly 54 years ago, and the other shows our hands today. Our hands now are older, thicker, more wrinkled, and ache from arthritis. We both turned 72 this year, and while that isn’t very old, we can clearly feel that we’re no longer young spring chickens. But one thing is very true: although our bodies have changed and aged, who we truly are has not aged a single day. You see, we are eternal. This body is just a temporary home that ages, wears out, and ultimately returns to dust. Just as our love for each other has endured through good times and bad, through victories and failures, our eternal soul will survive every attack of the enemy, every difficult moment, and will live forever with Christ.
With that in mind, we need not live in fear or worry, but instead, have confidence that God is in control. If we view our limited time here as an opportunity to serve Him, reach others for Christ, and bring glory to God, we won’t focus on the wrinkles, arthritis, or hardships we face but on all that God has in store for us. One of my favorite old gospel songs says, “This world is not my home. I am just passing through."
2 Corinthians 4:16 So we do not lose heart. Though our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day.
1 Corinthians 15:42-44 So is it with the resurrection of the dead. What is sown is perishable; what is raised is imperishable. It is sown in dishonor; it is raised in glory. It is sown in weakness; it is raised in power. It is sown a natural body; it is raised a spiritual body. If there is a natural body, there is also a spiritual body.
Phil. 1:21-23 21 For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain. 22 If I am to go on living in the body, this will mean fruitful labor for me. Yet what shall I choose? I do not know! 23 I am torn between the two: I desire to depart and be with Christ, which is better by far.
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A great song from the early days with Jim Hamill singing with the Rebels Quartet…..
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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...
