Love Shouldn’t Hurt

Love Shouldn't Hurt - Ever

Friday, 06 September 2024 09:13

Subtle Abuse Behaviors
by Teresia Smith

Do you think you can always tell if someone is being abused? It’s easier to see abuse if someone is yelling at their partner and threatening to harm them, or possibly throwing things across a room, pushing them into a wall while calling them belittling names. Those are all clear signs that abuse is happening. But what about the more subtle abusive behaviors? Often a victim struggles to identify the abuse, doubting their perceptions.

Thoughts from The Bible

Thoughts from the Bible

Friday, 06 September 2024 09:12

The Church, Part 3
by Joey Carroll Corinth Missionary Baptist Church

The last two weeks I have tried to explain what being the “the church of God” means. I used the analogy of buildings to help us see that sometimes we carry the attitude of ownership into God’s church. Another useful analogy would be that of an event planner or organizer. From fundraisers to social events, we all enjoy interesting speakers, fun entertainment, cool music, and great friends. Scottsboro certainly has its share of talented event planners and fun events. But hopefully, those do not share the same goals of the church. Remember the church is His, and it should be a reflection of who He is and His glory – not who we are and what our culture is becoming.

Thoughts from The Bible

Thoughts from the Bible

Thursday, 29 August 2024 09:13

The Church of God..Part 2
by Joey Carroll Corinth Missionary Baptist Church

We started last week looking at the phrase “the church of God.” Paul, in an effort to put down the boasting in men that was taking place at the church in Corinth, begins laying a foundation of how everything and everyone in the church belongs to God. From the giftedness of the people to the people themselves, it all belongs to God. Paul will do this throughout the letter (see 1 Corinthians 1:2, 2:4, 3:9, 3:16, and others). Since the Father built the church on the testimony of His Son and paid for each and every member through the blood of His Son, God can govern and guide the church the way He desires.

Fishing tip of the week

Fishing Tip of the Week

Thursday, 29 August 2024 08:18

Schooling Fish
by Mike Gerry

If you have never experienced a school of bass chasing and attacking bait fish in the fall, then you have missed a lot of fun.

Love shouldn’t hurt

Love Shouldn't Hurt - Ever

Thursday, 29 August 2024 08:16

Minimizing Abuse
by Teresia Smith

“There is no justification for abuse by a partner, but it’s also hard to admit you’re a victim” (Amanda Kippert). Many intimate partner abuse survivors have a hard time accepting that their partner’s behaviors are abusive. There is a part of them that wants to excuse behaviors and even blame themselves. Until you are out of the relationship and can look back with clarity, you may not truly understand the abuse you experienced.