PUBLISHER 6 JUNE 2023 www.goodnewsfl.org Good News • South Florida Edition Interesting thing about perspective; it’s a point of view based on what perch you stand on. The traditional interpretation of proverbs 22:3 in NIV refers to the “prudent” seeing danger and taking refuge. “The prudent see danger and take refuge, but the simple keep going and pay the penalty. (Proverbs 22:3 NIV). “Wise people see the approach of sin and remove themselves from it, while the naive people walk right into it and suffer the consequences.” So, I’m quite aware my views do not emanate from a one size fits all society, when admonished “just read the book” by one such friend who sees everything from a clear black and white perspective and then wonders why he keeps banging into walls? I’m trending here; prudent and wise, is there more? From the school of “Just read the book,” I’m reminded I have more than one book. I also have my “The Jewish Study Bible” a thick book with thousands of words too. Andthishasyetadifferentperchof thesameproverbs22:3. “The shrewd man saw trouble and took cover; The simple kept going and paid a penalty.” Ok, so now we have prudent, wise and shrewd all describing proverbs 22:3. Being a self-describedMessianic Jew, I relate to shrewd and am working on prudent and wise. I often find myself now in the company of biblical scholars; a far cry from yesteryear where I was more likely to be among socially successful degenerates, but they were motivated to move the proverbial (not proverbs) needle for self-riches and attention, but they also had and still have a social conscious. Howdoyoubalance the two forGod’sglory is my mission? Biblical scholars generally ask questions when interpreting Bible passages with “makes sense, don’t you agree?” It’s not so much a question but simply affirmation, and here lies my quandary. I generally don’t agree without my questions of “why?” It’s not for argumentative reasons; I want to learn and not be a mindless bobblehead, to appear smarter, evenwhen I knowand agree. My friendOmar ismy “trust but verify” guy. He actually authored “God doesn’t move parked cars” when I felt restless, seeking advice. I may simply be a natural born instigator and unable to rationalize any similarities between just showing up without moving something forward. Thus, I need God’s help for sure, but I will keep things in motion shrewdly as prudently and wisely as possible. ______________________________________________ Summer is here, and this is our sixth annual Good News Graduation issue where we have more schools than ever participating, a testament to our growth and the talent and hard work of GN Editor, Shelly Pond pulling it all together while juggling time constraints of various graduations and our own monthly deadlines all converging. CONGRATULATIONS GRADUATES! -Les On The Cover Some of the brightest graduates from the area’s Christian high schools gathered in the beautifully renovated lobby and sanctuary of Grace Church, the home of Highlands Christian Academy in Pompano Beach. Pictured in the Back Row: Albert Adams, CoSalutatorian, Boca Raton Christian School; Thomas Poulos, Salutatorian Calvary ChristianAcademy; LoganKaiser, Co-Salutatorian, Boca Raton Christian School; Middle Row: Bryan Santos, Salutatorian, Highlands Christian Academy; Damia Lewin, Salutatorian, Calvary ChristianAcademy Hollywood; LaytonMcCartney, Salutatorian, WestminsterAcademy; Natalie Hill, Valedictorian, Sheridan Hills Christian School; Front Row: Miah Moore, Valedictorian, Highlands Christian Academy; Kaelyn Mena, Salutatorian, Sheridan Hills Christian School; Ellie Farrar, Valedictorian, WestminsterAcademy. Aspecial thanks to Ruth Pirrie for graciously hosting us and to Robert Pinera for your masterful assistance with lighting. Not pictured: Vivian Velasco, Valedictorian, Boca Raton Christian School; Daniel Cuesta, Valedictorian, Calvary Christian Academy; and Reginald Heywood, Valedictorian, Calvary Christian Academy Hollywood. Photo Credit: Robert Wendel www.robwendel.com South Florida Edition • Good News • June 2023 • Volume 25, Issue 3 Advertising: We reach over 110,000 readers each month. 80,000 in print and 30,000 via our online digital edition. Placing an ad in our publication is affordable and effective to help grow your business. Call us today! Distribution:Available inmore than 800 locations throughout South Florida. To become a free distribution point for the newspaper, please contact Shelly. The Good News is published by Good News Media Group, LLC, Reproduction in whole or part strictly forbidden without the consent of the publisher. Copyright 2023. All rights reserved. Good News Media Group, LLC. PO Box 670368, Coral Springs, FL 33067 954-564-5378 • www.goodnewsfl.org Publisher: Leslie J. Feldman [email protected] Editor: Shelly Pond [email protected] Advertising & Marketing: Robert “Buddy” Helland Jr. V.P. Sr. Marketing Manager [email protected] Art Director: Milton McPherson [email protected] Associate Art Director: Joseph Sammaritano [email protected] Social Media Manager: Ariel Feldman [email protected] Editorial Assistant: Eric Solomon [email protected] Cover Photography: Justus Martin [email protected] I’m not a parked car Leslie J. Feldman PERSPECTIVE . . . . . . . . . . .8 Shiny Rocks - by Stephan N. Tchividjian IN THE WORD . . . . . . . . .10 Franklin Graham: Evil Never Has the Last Word – by Franklin Graham YOU ASKWHY? . . . . . . . 12 Eternal Excuse Exterminator – by Dr. Tommy Boland FROM THE PULPIT . . . .14 Beware of Religious Hypocrisy – by Rev. Dr. O’Neal Dozier PARENTING . . . . . . . . . . .16 Use Your Summer Wisely – by Dr. Bob Barnes & Torrey Roberts GOOD NEWS WANTS TO KNOW 18 - 20 What's the most memorable time you've spent One-on-One with your child - or you with your parent? HEART AND SOUL . . . . .22 PBA Earns Prestigious AACSB Accreditation– by Dr. Debra A. Schwinn GRADUATION SECTION . . . . . . . . .23 - 42 FAITH & VOCATION . . .44 The College Valedictorian who was Voted Most Likely Not to Succeed by Bob Franquiz FOSTERCARE . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Restoration – by Kevin Enders THE CODE . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Finding Jesus in 1 and 2 Thessalonians – by Dr. O.S. Hawkins LEGAL Q&A . . . . . . . . . . .50 Expanded School Choice – William C. Davell, Ed Pozzuoli and Thomas Sternberg ENCOURAGEMENT . . . .52 A Tale of Two Churches – by Omar Aleman VILLAGE HYMNS . . . . . .54 Worship in the New Heavens and Earth by Ryan Brasington INSIGHT . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56 What You Should Know About Gen Alpha – by RobHoskins CALENDAR . . . . . . .58 - 59 CLASSIFIEDS . . . . . .60 – 63 C O N T E N T S Good News • June • Volume 25 Issue 3
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