Jesus Loves Porn Stars

Anitra Parmele
5 Jan 2016
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The guest pastor talked about a group of people largely outside of a Christian influence and immediately I was intrigued. With all the technology at our disposal, with all the organizations committed to communicating God’s love, there are few groups as isolated from the gospel as this population. It was hard to imagine thousands of people within the United States in need of a vibrant and consistent Christian witness. I began to ask God if I could be a part of His solution. Knowing the people I would encounter would have unfamiliar vocabulary, modes of dress, and even worldviews, I […]

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The Power of a Simple Gift

Anitra Parmele
3 Nov 2015
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Samaritan Purse’s Operation Christmas Child program is simple; you could even say it is simple enough for a child. You take a box, pack it for the gender and age you choose, and they place it in the arms of a child. They call it The Power of a Simple Gift. It’s easy to underestimate the impact of a shoebox of toys, school supplies and hygiene items until you start to hear the stories from the other side of the gift. There’s the little boy who prayed for something he could share with his parents and seven siblings. A pretty […]

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Unshaken In the Midst of the Storm

Anitra Parmele
1 Sep 2015
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When the emails to confirm the interview details are full of things like summer camp schedules, you realize Naghmeh Abedini is not just a tireless advocate for her imprisoned husband, Saeed, but she is functioning as a single mother trying to simultaneously balance the challenges of their two young children, Jacob and Rebekka, and the challenges of every-day life. Naghmeh explains, “I really have so much compassion for single mothers, military wives or people who are handling their life and kids alone. When Saeed was taken in Iran, I realized how much of life I processed with him– how much […]

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Rock, Ride and Rejoice at Florida’s Biggest Christian Music Festival

Anitra Parmele
11 Aug 2015
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  Click the link to register!This year the Good News in partnership with Universal Orlando Resorts is giving away ten pairs of tickets to Rock the Universe and one grand prize package that includes an overnight stay in a Universal Orlando onsite hotel with four tickets to the event. For contest rules and to enter, visit GoodNewsFL.org/RTU2015.   There is nothing better than joining thousands of other believers from around the state to sing the lyrics that mean so much to you along with your favorite artist. Unless, that is, it is the rush of wind past your face as […]

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How I Became A Direct Seller

Anitra Parmele
8 Jul 2015
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Direct sales is as old-school as your mom selling Tupperware to your neighbors and as current as the Origami Owl party you “attended” last night on Facebook or Google+. According to DirectSellingAssociation. com, there are close to 16 million people in the U.S. involved in direct selling with almost 75 percent of adults reporting they’ve purchased products from a direct seller. From make-up to skincare, educational toys to cookware, gardening items to home décor, there are dozens of companies built on direct sales rather than a fixed retail location. These companies rely on independent contractors who are not employees of […]

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ReachFest: Five Incredible Acts, One Unforgettable Night!

Anitra Parmele
1 Apr 2014
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ReachFest 2014, taking place on Saturday, April 12 at Sunset Cove Amphitheater, Boca Raton, will feature an incredible lineup of MercyMe, Britt Nicole, Jamie Grace, Colton Dixon and Citizen Way. “With the success of our 2012 concert with Jeremy Camp and then 2013 with Casting Crowns, we are thrilled this year to present our first music festival,” ReachFM station manager Jennifer Aluart explained. But ReachFest is not your run of the mill Christian concert and not even your average festival. Aluart continued, “With many multi-artist events, the artists are only on stage for two or three songs. For ReachFest, we’ve […]

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Artists of the Abolition

Anitra Parmele
2 Jun 2011
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Throughout the Old Testament, God continuously instructed Israel to send their worshippers into battle in advance of the army. Though much has changed about the details of warfare, some things have not as God continues to use musicians and worship leaders to inspire, challenge and encourage in the battle for social, political and spiritual advancement. Here are just a few of the modern day worshippers who are using their platform and talents to advance the cause for justice in today’s abolitionist movement through their lyrics and their lives. Meredith Andrews Growing up in Wilson, NC, Meredith Andrews needed to look […]

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Ten Steps to Stop Trafficking

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Throughout this edition of The Good News, you’ve read statistics, met individuals and organizations committed to abolition and glimpsed the faces and stories behind the headlines. You’ve had a chance to determine where you are regarding this issue and where you want to be. If the desire to do something has been building within you, here are some steps to assist you in moving forward. 1. Read This Entire Article As Christians, we are often inundated with social, political and spiritual causes. Evangelism, foster care, poverty, homelessness, malnutrition, clean water, broken families and addictions. Each has the capacity to overwhelm […]

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Come and Drink

Anitra Parmele
1 Jun 2011
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As part of the worship team at one of the fastest growing churches in the country, Church of the Highlands in Birmingham, Alabama, Matthew Reed became accustomed to playing before thousands of people. “In 2004, I moved to Nashville to make a name for myself as a producer,” he explains. The big break proved elusive. “I was away from the support of my family, friends, and home church. It ended up being a time of loneliness and selfish ambition.” During this season, Matthew attended a conference in South Florida that eventually opened his eyes, explaining, “I realized my longing was […]

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Core Solutions – At the Core of the Problem

Anitra Parmele
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This year, Florida has already recorded 90,000 divorces and leads the nation for children in single parent homes. While the depressed economy has parents working two and three jobs just to survive, kids and teenagers feel abandoned and alone as they desperately search for significance and acceptance. Churches throughout our community recognize the need to reach out, but struggle with how to effectively connect with families. With the challenge of today’s economy, the local church is finding it difficult to provide adequate staff and resources to make a significant impact on families within the congregation and community. The Problem is […]

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