When you think about the way Jesus was born in comparative obscurity, he never did all the typical things that usually denote greatness. He never led an army or navy into battle….
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The Peace of God
Dr. Douglas Wingate, Ph.D. Life Christian University Find the peace of God that is available only through Jesus Christ. The United States of America just finished another presidential election cycle. As in…
The 12 Days of Christmas
Facts, Fiction, Myths and Magic Anne Childers, Staff Writer Every year at this time the airwaves are full of Christmas music. One enduring Christmas carol is founded in history and surrounded in…
Biblical Stewardship
James H. Willis, III Founder and President The Willis Agency, Inc What is Biblical Stewardship? How does it have any impact on my life and my money? I’ll share with you my…
Treat Your Pets Like Royalty
Anne Childers, Staff Writer “All pets that enter shall leave as royalty” is the philosophy of Royal Pets Market & Spa. This business features every first-class amenity a furry monarch could wish…
“Any Brand, Any Problem, Any Time”
Anne Childers, Staff Writer When Tampa Bay natives Dana and James Spears decided to open a business in 2006, they chose air conditioning, an always needed service in the Florida climate. “We…
Should Christians Vote?
This topic has the potential to be divisive when you’re talking about religion, and when you add a political overtone sometimes it has the potential for fireworks. Rather than turning this into…
Developing An Attitude of Gratitude
Besides sharing time with family and friends over food, the primary ingredient of the American Thanksgiving holiday is gratitude. While it’s certainly good to have an annual holiday to remind us to…
This Political Season
Dr. Dianne Coflin Co-Pastor, River of Life Church This political season has certainly been one of the most robust, judgmental, proud, and strife-producing times that I can remember. I am sure the…
Sometimes the Caregiver Needs Help Too
John Young The Lodges of Idlewild Taking on the role of family caregiver for a parent may be gradual, as your parent starts to lean on you more over time, or it…
Magnolia Manor Celebrates 5 Years
Anne Childers, Staff Writer Magnolia Manor Assisted Living is celebrating 5 full years of “Southern Hospitality and Old Fashioned Care” with a wine and cheese party on Tuesday, November 15th. The public…
Biblical Finances: Wise Decision Making
James H. Willis, III Founder and President The Willis Agency, Inc 813-948-9109 Jim@TheWillisAgency.com www.TheWillisAgency.com I can’t think of a more practical subject that the one that helps answer, “How do I make…
Written in Stone
God took the time to write the Ten Commandments in granite with his own finger. As Christians, is this something that we should think about today? In Roman 6:14, we can read…
The Voice of God
Dr. Dianne Coflin Co-Pastor, River of Life Church Often when we think about the voice of God we think of the kinds of things described in Psalms 29, “The voice of the…
Faith Goal Setting
James H. Willis, III Founder and President The Willis Agency, Inc 813-948-9109 Jim@TheWillisAgency.com www.TheWillisAgency.com Ha! This is a big topic that very few people accomplish. Now I know we normally might talk…
What Does It Take To Change?
Samantha Taylor Pure Health & Fitness Studios Many people have to reach a place where they are so uncomfortable with the pain of staying there that it outweighs the fear of changing….
Red Cross Tips for Recovering from a Flood
Flood Recovery Tips Return home only when officials have declared the area safe. Before entering your home, look outside for loose power lines, damaged gas lines, foundation cracks, or other damage. Parts…
Promoting Your Perfect Brand
Anne Childers, Staff Writer Businessman Tom Finley learned the value of strategic branding as a 20 year veteran and top producer for Johnson & Johnson. He traveled the country calling on major…
Oasis Legacy of Life Celebration
Oasis Pregnancy Care Centers 8th Annual Legacy of Life Celebration on October 6, 2016, has demanded a larger venue. Please note the event will be held at the Embassy Suites USF, 3705…
How to Keep the Sabbath
By Doug Batchelor What does the Bible mean by keeping the Sabbath? Christ had a number of conflicts that are written in the Gospels. He never said you shouldn’t keep it. He…