We see in Luke 2:1-40 that most people surrounding the miracle of the first Christmas were oblivious to what God was doing. They missed it. Caesar Augustus was issuing decrees and barking orders yet was clueless to what God was doing—saving the world. “No room in the inn” meant that a hotel full of people…
Janet Jernigan wrote last week that she had only received one Christmas card so far this year. It’s a week later, and I’m one ahead of her…I’ve gotten two. I enjoy sending and receiving Christmas cards. It’s a way to stay in touch with friends and family near and far…those we don’t see on a…
Nothing says Christmas like the familiar jingle we rarely hear except this time of year. No, it’s not “Jingle Bells” or “White Christmas.” It’s “Ch-ch-ch-chia” pets, first in the stores and airwaves back in 1977 and since has made somebody real rich. Here’s a fun idea: matching pajamas for the family and this year you…
Miss Georgia 2014 Tiana Griggs was gracious, poised, and emotional as she accepted the the Key to the City from Monticello Mayor Bryan Standifer and council members Saturday afternoon. A large sector of the Jasper County community attended the ceremony held at St. James A.M.E. Church to honor the native Jasper Countian. In addition to…
The final installment of property taxes for Jasper County is due Monday, Dec. 22. Tax bills were mailed out in August, with property owners given the option of paying all their taxes by October 20, or paying half then, and half by this month. Since the 20th is on Saturday, taxpayers have until Monday to…
I’m Fixin’ To Play Dead (Part 29): I just about jumped out of my skin when I heard Leon’s weak and bubbly voice inform me that the money was gone! But after realizing he was not dead after all, I leapt to my feet and dashed around between the beds where he was lying in…
Clayton Earl Ainsworth, Jr., 77, of Hwy. 11 South, died Sunday, Dec. 7, 2014, at his residence. The family will greet friends at Bridges Funeral Home in Gray on Monday, Dec. 8, from 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held at Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2014, at 11 a.m. at Bradley Baptist Church. Revs.…
As Christians, many of us have celebrated our first Sunday of Advent. There are four Sundays of Advent. The color in many churches is purple, with some using blue. The purple reminds us of royalty; the blue reminds us of a time of anticipation. These four weeks preceding Christmas Day prepare us for a time…
I’m Fixin’ To Play Dead (Part 28) After I made the decision to get a little much needed rest before I went to Leon’s room to retrieve my stolen money, I entwined myself around my money belt and placed my pistol under my pillow. Just before I went to sleep I was rejoicing and my…
PIEDMONT Y-CLUB MEMBERS ATTEND YOUTH ASSEMBLY The State YMCA of Georgia held its 70th Youth Assembly recently at the Capitol in Atlanta, and Piedmont Academy had several students in attendance. Andrew Mitchell served as Youth Governor, and Abigail Hyde was co-editor of the conference newspaper, Youth Assembly News. At the Youth Governor’s luncheon, Piedmont alumni…