PUBLISHER 4 january 2022 www.goodnewsfl.org Good news • South Florida Edition I find myself asking “why” a lot. Am I skeptical? Yes, I’m sure I am. But that’s my lifetime starting point. That’s my beginning. I generally don’t like to be questioned, but I question almost everything. Why is that? I say it brings me clarity, a focus if you will. At least that’s how I rationalize it. But why do I not like being questioned? My reflex is, “You’re skeptical; are you sure you want to go down that road with me?” I’m learning not to trust my reflex, and I could attach appropriate scripture citing patience, tolerance and grace. I have an insatiable desire to want to know things for perspective. A three year old asks “why” repeatedly. We soon get frustrated and snap, “because I said so.” The young mind interprets that as a signal to accept authority, otherwise you face “the consequences.” A beautiful mind gets stifled because we fear that little monster will grow up robbing banks or worse, bury their sorrows in a computer screen? A simple “why” most times leads to an even simpler obvious, but is it really obvious? Yes, many times it is, but then we scratch below the surface if we endeavor to apply whatever value we learn to improve future encouragement to learn, solve or simply press on. The Bible is full of examples: How many times did Jesus say, “follow me”? In Matthew seven times, in Mark four times, in Luke four times, in John seven times, in the Gospels thirteen times. And on… each time teaching lessons. But to apply scripture, I feel it is important to have a beginning, a middle and an end objective. At least scripture that will help guide me in applying a Godly perspective to life as we live it. Which leads me to “why” in a reflection of our current front cover feature of “Angel Flights,” featuring Mac McConnell, well known in these parts for his 26 years of featured portrayals in the First Baptist Church of The Fort Lauderdale Christmas Pageant. McConnell pilots Angel Flights, so please read the “why” as our GN Editor Shelly Pond writes about this God Story beginning on page 32. Why and to whom; our readers So, in looking back at this most unusual 2021, we have “why” all over the place in features: February: Rebuilding South Florida, where hundreds of volunteers can transform a decaying neighborhood to infuse a renewal of pride: digital.goodnewsfl.org/2021/february/ March: Pastor David Hughes and his Church By The Glades because he attracts a fast declining group of millennials, but now attending in the droves at the Church By The Glades high energy music, LED light shows and full theatrical productions, why? Whatever it takes to church them up: digital.goodnewsfl.org/2021/march/20/ Our GN April we featured Florida Governor Ron DeSantis because he stood strong defying a national trend and fought to open churches and houses of worship during a nationwide COVID lockdownmandate. This was controversial but our “why” was for the courage to lead: digital.goodnewsfl.org/2021/april/#1 May we featured “Mother’s Day HERoes” in a fascinating perspective. I encourage you to re-read about these women of distinction and “why” they proudly serve: digital.goodnewsfl.org/2021/may/ July we featured the 15-year milestone of Lifework Leadership, “transforming Leaders who transform cities”: digital.goodnewsfl.org/2021/july/28/ August GN featured Fellowship Of Christian Athletes (FCA) bringing the gospel to student athletes: digital.goodnewsfl.org/2021/august/#1 September Physical and Spiritual healing. Dr. Mike Rozenblum has a unique ministry that traveled a fascinating road of obedience: digital.goodnewsfl.org/2021/september/#1 October we proudly featured the 50Years of WestminsterAcademy “Devoted to Christ - Dedicated to Excellence”: digital.goodnewsfl.org/2021/october/#1 And why we publish the Good News: November the 5th Annual “Leading Charities and Foundations” and the extraordinary leadership in a detailed look and mission statements: digital.goodnewsfl.org/2021/november/#1 December The 5th Annual “Faith Leaders”: digital.goodnewsfl.org/2021/december/#1 2022 presents new challenges. Why is a good thing and should be used to improve, not a convenient pause of paralysis; like can instead of can’t. “Come, follow me,” He said. Grateful for more opportunities, - Les South Florida Edition • Good News • January 2022 • Volume 23, Issue 10 Advertising: We reach over 110,000 readers each month. 80,000 in print and 30,000 via our online digital edition. 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Sr. Marketing Manager [email protected] Vice President: Michael Denker Corporate Engagement [email protected] Social Media Manager: Ariel Feldman [email protected] Editorial Assistant: Eric Solomon [email protected] Cover Photography: Justus Martin [email protected] On The Cover BibleActor Mac McConnell shows the Cirrus SR20 four-seat single engine airplane he flies out of Hollywood North Perry Airport when taking patients on Angel Flights. Photo by Justus Martin. www.justusmartinphoto.com The inset photo shows McConnell acting in the role of Simon Peter in his one-man play “From the Cradle to the Cross.” Read the full article on page 32. I ASKWHY? PERSPECTIVE . . . . . . . . . . .6 Reflect and Reposition - by Stephan Tchividjian IN THE WORD . . . . . . . . . .8 Franklin Graham: The Light of Christ Shines in a Dark World – by Franklin Graham INSIGHT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Three Things to Leave Behind in 2022 – by Rob Hoskins THE CODE . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 A Prayer of Affection – by Dr. O.S. Hawkins HEART AND SOUL . . . . .14 Locking Arms to Serve Our Community – by Dr. Debra A. Schwinn OPINION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 The Company Line - by Newton Fairweather PARENTING . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Begin the New Year with A Pause – by Dr. Bob Barnes & Torrey Roberts ENCOURAGEMENT . . . . .20 Opposites Attract – by Omar Aleman THEREANDBACKAGAIN .22 AMethod to The Madness – by Dr. Gene L. Green YOU ASKWHY? . . . . . . . .24 To Infinity And Beyond – by Tommy Boland CHURCH UNITED . . . . . .26 He Gets Us Digital Campaign Connects People to South Florida Churches – by Edwin Copeland LIVE THE LIFE . . . . . . . . . .28 Resolve to Obey – by Lisa May VILLAGE HYMNS . . . . . . .30 VH Support Matches Worship Leaders with Churches – by Amber Harrison COVER STORY . . . . . . . . . .32 Bible Actor Pilots Angel Flights – by Shelly Pond GOOD NEWS WANTS TO KNOW 34 – 36 What would you choose as your word of the year for 2022 and why? LEGAL Q&A . . . . . . . . . . . .38 When Do I Need AWritten Contract to Buy or Sell Goods? – by William “Bill” C. Davell and Chuck Tatelbaum CALENDAR . . . . . . . .42 – 43 CLASSIFIEDS . . . . . . . .44 47 C O N T E N T S Good News • January • Volume 23 Issue 10
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