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West Rowan Bible Teachers 5K
West Rowan Bible Teachers 5K
by   April 24, 2025 with No Comments

By David Freeze West Rowan Bible Teachers 5K Sets Records!     One of the fastest growing races we have in … Continue Reading…

Lynna’s “M” & The Happiest Easter
Lynna’s “M” & The Happiest Easter
by   April 23, 2025 with No Comments

By Lynna Clark “May the Lord bless you and keep you; May the Lord make His face shine upon you, And be gracious unto you; May the Lord lift up His countenance upon you, And give you peace.” -Numbers 6:24-26 The … Continue Reading…

A Tennis Court in Iowa?
A Tennis Court in Iowa?
by   April 22, 2025 with No Comments

If you build it, they will come! That doesn’t just apply to a baseball field. It also applies to a … Continue Reading…

A Little Taste First
A Little Taste First
by   April 20, 2025 with No Comments

By Ashlie Miller Inevitably, when I cook a supper that emanates a fragrance throughout the house, someone finds their way … Continue Reading…

Another Year
Another Year
by   April 19, 2025 with No Comments

By Doug Creamer Another Year             I received a text from a friend this week congratulating me on another safe … Continue Reading…

Porch Lights
Porch Lights
by   April 18, 2025 with No Comments

By Roger Barbee             This morning as I prepared my stationary bike for my ride in the damp, dark morning, … Continue Reading…

Amaral Competes in an Ultra Marathon
Amaral Competes in an Ultra Marathon
by   April 17, 2025 with No Comments

By David Freeze Amaral Completes 100 Mile Ultra Marathon     Jim Amaral is 37 years old and has always been … Continue Reading…

Lynna’s “L” & That’s my Donkey
Lynna’s “L” & That’s my Donkey
by   April 16, 2025 with No Comments

By Lynna Clark We love Him because He first loved us.” – 1 John 4:19 The worship leaders at our … Continue Reading…

EncouragingU: Summer Stories

Do you need a break from the winter blahs? Check out our book, EncouragingU: Summer Stories. Our hope is that you will carry this book to the beach, the mountains, your front porch, or wherever summer travels take you. Our hope is that God speaks to your heart as you read, stirring up summer memories and the joys of summer that you savor. Be encouraged! Be refreshed! From the writers at EncouragingU.com!
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An EncouragingU Christmas

Our book will help prepare your heart for the most special time of the year. It's a great book to share with family and friends. Order it now so you will be ready when the season rolls around.
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Dr. Jim Howard is a retired pastor who often created sayings that helped you remember key concepts. Over time they became known as "Jim-isms"