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PUBLISHER 8 NOVEMBER 2025 www.goodnewsfl.org Good News • South Florida Edition Now I feebly sense why Jesus spoke in parables so often. There’s a lot of meaning in subjects and ideas that can be misinterpreted without a little context, because words alone are sometimes inadequate to express a thought properly. The impact of the passing of Charlie Kirk touched a lot of people in incredibly different ways — some with hate, but many with love. But I’ll come back to that thought. In my attempt to formulate some historical reference for such a ferocity of emotions — so many people caring so deeply, the confluence of such intensity — well, let me try. Forty years ago, in 1985, I was a participant in a series of events that felt mystically similar. The event: Prince appearing on the final leg of his worldfamous “Purple Rain” tour in Miami on Easter Sunday, at Miami’s famed Orange Bowl — a 70,000-seat stadium. The clergy went bonkers coupled with the then current monster Prince hit “When Doves Cry,” which was a total misread in meaning with the image of the sacred Dove imagery. It seemed sacrilegious! But the community itself was bonkers with excitement because Miami was a worldclass event city. As I recall, it split the county; some even openly accused racism might be involved, suggesting the show be canceled. The show went on, but feelings were still incredibly ruffled. In that time frame, I was the founder and operator of a computerized ticket company called Select-ASeat — now referred to as Ticketmaster or something like that. Hmm. I had the contract to sell those tickets, as well as many other events. Simply put, next to Roy Garrett, the maître d’ at Joe’s Stone Crab in Miami Beach, I was a popular guy for people who needed to glom tickets. I got a call from an old mentor and friend, Hank Meyer, the preeminent PR guru in the Southeast. He was famous for sending a simple letter to the biggest star on television at the time, Jackie Gleason. Hank had heard Jackie mention in an interview how much he loved to play golf. Sensing an opportunity, Hank sent a letter explaining that if Gleason moved his No. 1–rated television program from New York to Miami Beach, he could play golf 365 days a year. At that time, Hank was a veritable buffet of heavy-duty clients who could facilitate practically anything to lure a star. In fact, Jackie Gleason did move his production company and television show to Miami Beach, literally so he could play golf after filming each day. But I digress. Back to the call I got from Hank Meyer. He said, “Les, I need to get some [good] tickets for Prince for some of my clients. Can you help me?” I was first astounded that he even knew who Prince was, but I said, “Sure, Hank, what do you need?” He asked, “How many can I get?” Before I knew it, he was personally in the lobby of my small building. I had my PLAYBILL ® offices downstairs and my ticket company offices upstairs. I had just finished expanding my warehouse offices, literally building a second floor for SAS with no elevator, just stairs inside the building. My assistant told me some guy had just stepped out of a long limousine parked in front of the building and was waiting in the lobby. This was before we “pulled the switch” — before tickets went on sale to the public at all the Jordan Marsh stores, Peaches, and local record stores. My memory is a wee bit fuzzy, but Hank walked out with a couple hundred tickets in a series of envelopes. The Prince show itself sold out in an hour or two. About a month ago, the untimely assassination of Charlie Kirk created a firestorm of reaction — widespread love, grief and despair, but also significant hate and vitriol. After all, Charlie was only 31 years old and, before he was assassinated, was hardly known by many, but widely known by young people, especially on college campuses. So why such incredible polarization? Once again, the clergy dynamic was at the center. As stated above, last month the Good News Cover feature recognized the passing of Charlie Kirk. Our only editorial coverage was a timeline of significant occurrences during his 31 years, really not much comment, mainly the timeline itself. As of this writing, it is by far the most widely read and embraced issue in our 27-plus years of publishing. Recognition on social media, across various platforms, dwarfs in interest and engagement any issue or subject matter prior. Using the only barometer available to us in analytical format, we identified more than 14,100 responses. (Typical issues generally draw 400 to 3,000 actual engagement responses.) Breaking down the “Charlie Kirk engagement,” over 2,000 of the responses were marked as and 46 as . That, in itself, is overwhelmingly positive. I’m sure I have more than 46 people angry at me. On several occasions over the past three weeks, people have called the office asking for more copies of the current issue. They’ve run out. Just tonight, after fielding another request for more copies for a church, the prominent caller asked, “Hey Les, can I get some more copies of the Charlie Kirk issue?” I said, “Yes, how many do you want?” The caller responded, “How many can I get?” Within an hour, he appeared at our Good News office, and in front of the building he opened the tailgate of his large SUV, and we loaded in nine bundles — 180 more copies. Charlie Kirk created an indelible impact. Not everyone loves what he did, what he said or what he stood for. But I am reminded: it’s not our job to judge. It’s our job to love. “Prove me wrong.” Parables - Leslie J. Feldman - Publisher 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. 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LETTERS 10 NOVEMBER 2025 www.goodnewsfl.org Good News • South Florida Edition This is the person who should have been awarded a Nobel Prize… some countries are focused on one thing only, money and influence!! Let it be. Our people knew who deserved most, we move on and continue the good works with or without the prize!! We are rewarded by the people’s good faith in God and trust with our President!! - Consuelo Generoso – Griffith He was a warrior for Christ! - Vicky Reeves No rest for Charlie. He is still crowding up Heaven. - Wanda Streetman-Lemoine A real revival is happening all over the world because of him. - Scoop Mendenhall May Charlie’s words continue on now even louder and more powerful than ever before!!! - Barbara Sproul Good News Media Group, he was a podcaster. You guys act like he was Jesus himself. Lol - Donovan Deltron Valentin A hero of the Faith, Family & Freedom. He lived for those convictions without apology, and he died for them without compromise. We all owe him our gratitude for his guidance, courage and love for our country. - Tilenna V. Wright Truth or Consequences by Omar Aleman, Aleman and Associates Great story. Continued prayers. - Danny Ball A Life Dedicated to the Restoration or Faith and Rebirth of Patriotism by Shelly Pond, Good News Editor I was greatly encouraged by the front-page cover of Charlie Kirk, as well as the article by Pastor Rob Pacienza and the overview of Charlie Kirk's life by Shelly Pond. His life , and untimely death were deserving of that honor. As much as I was encouraged by the reporting of the Good News, I was also dismayed by that portion of the church community that chose to minimize, if not completely, ignore Charlie Kirk's death, and for some to disparage his character and the impact that he had. Regardless of what one might think about Charlie Kirk, his death brought the message of Christ to the world and prompted our governmental leaders to testify about Jesus. Stay tuned...the revival is coming! - Mike McDermott, Seniors and Probate Specialist, The Keyes Company Thank you for all you do for South Florida! I LOVE the picture of Charlie on the latest issue! My prayer is that the Charlie Kirk effect will not wane but will continue to grow and grow… to honor the Lord! - Ginger Loomis One of the great guys that will go down in history. - Margaret Blain Please, he wasn’t a saint. - Vicki Currier PUBLISHER . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Parables – by Leslie J. Feldman WE GET LETTERS . . . . . . . . .10 PERSPECTIVE . . . . . . . . . . .12 Grateforgetfulness– by Stephan N. Tchividjian IN THE WORD . . . . . . . . . .14 The Sword of the Spirit — The Word of God – by Franklin Graham FAITH & CULTURE . . . . . . . .16 How To Host A Christ-Centered Thanksgiving – by Dr. Rob Pacienza PARENTING . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Holiday Traditions That Bring Families Together – by Dr. Bob and Torrey Roberts GOOD NEWS WANTS TO KNOW . . .20 – 22 Is there a resource you use regularly that has impacted or enhanced your religious understanding? CHURCH UNITED . . . . . . . .24 Experience the Movement – by Edwin Copeland GOOD NEWS SALUTES 2025 – 2026 LEADING CHARITIES & FOUNDATIONS . . . . . . . .25 - 56 LEGAL Q & A . . . . . . . . . . .58 Charitable Giving Strategies: How to Be a Bigger Blessing – by William “Bill” C. Davell and Christine Yates THE CODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60 Where are the Nine? – by Dr. O.S. Hawkins HOPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62 Grateful for 30 Years of HOPE and Looking Ahead – by Dr. Fred Scarbrough STEWARDSHIP . . . . . . . . . .64 “The Future Ain’t What It Used to Be” – by Patrick J. Kelly FOSTER CARE . . . . . . . . . . 66 Missing – by Andrew Holmes PARENTING . . . . . . . . . . . .67 Heart-Based Parenting: Moving Beyond Power Struggles - by Lee Ann Mancini HEART AND SOUL . . . . . . .68 Congressional Redistricting and Gerrymandering in 2025 – by Dr. Debra A. Schwinn ENCOURAGEMENT . . . . . .70 A Call to Arms – by Omar Aleman COMMUNITY NEWS . .71 - 73 CALENDAR . . . . . . . . .74 - 75 CLASSIFIEDS . . . . . . . .76 - 79 We Get Letters South Florida Edition • Good News Novemberr 2025 • Volume 27, Issue 8 On The Cover Good News Salutes 2025 – 2026 Leading Charities and Foundations in the cover photoshoot graciously hosted by Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale, with a special thanks to Pastor Doug Sauder, Stephan Tchividjian, Rick Weber, Chairman of the Board, and their hospitable, professional and talented team. Front Row (L-R): Ed Raine, Food For The Poor; Oksana Horton, Torch and Trumpet theatre Company; Kelley Morris, Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Foundation; Rick Weber, Sheridan House Family Ministries; David Reeves, unfoldingWord; Joseph Kenner, HOPE South Florida; Joy Tool, Hope Women’s Centers; Desmond Cook, Fellowship of Christian Athletes; 2nd Row: Stephan Tchividjian, National Christian Foundation South Florida; Robert Taylor, Habitat for Humanity of Broward County; Christine Auker, StrikeForce Giving; Edwin Copeland, Church United; Sean Stepelton, Stacy Foundation; Kim Kent, Bill Kent Family Foundation; Jeremy West, OneHope; John Offerdahl, Offerdahl’s Hand-Off Foundation; 3rd Row: Joyce Feldman, Big Children’s Foundation; Robin Martin, Rebuilding Together Broward; Eddie Alicea, Heart2Heart Outreach of South Florida; Don Campion, Egbe Medical Mission; Lisa May, Relate Well Live Well; Chris Lane, First Priority of South Florida; Germaine Smith Baugh, Urban League of Broward County; Ezra Deane, Love Life Florida; 4th Row: Dawn Liberta, Health Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition of Broward County; Antony Tchividjian, Calvary House; Karen Granger, 4KIDS of South Florida; Lori Lassen, Rejoice Marriage Ministries; Antonio Villasuso, The Caring Place; Linda Parker, Women in Distress of Broward County; Rick Aspden, Faith Farm; 5th Row: Tewannah Aman, Broward Right to Life; Adriana Gonzalez, Flourish Your Faith Ministries; Jacqueline Stewart, Mount Olive Development Corporation; Neiko Shea, ChildNet, Inc.; Dr. Mary Drabik, South Florida Bible College & Theological Seminary; Suzanne Marcellus, House of Protection, Inc.; Coach Rick Andreassen, SAINT Homeschool P.E. and SAINTS International Sports Ministry; 6th Row: Dennis DeMarois, Gathering Palm Beach County; Steve Solomon, CBMC South Florida; Zach Oles, Cross International; Sherese James, Love INC of Broward; Andy Fernandez, Firewall Centers, Inc.; 7th Row: Coleen LaCosta, Speak Up For Kids; Dr. Teo Babun, Outreach Aid to the Americas; Carlos Peña, City Keepers; Tom Ruthardt, Broward Partnership for the Homeless; Jason Mandle, Restoration Bridge International; Judit Sohr, Grace Place School; Kristen North; Youth for Christ Miami and Broward; 8th Row: James Oilar, Victory Ahead; Angela Ball, Hearts for Moms; Lisa Wanamaker, CityHouse Inc.; Char Talmadge, Rescue Upstream; Sue Trombino, We Impact the Nation. 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PERSPECTIVE 12 NOVEMBER 2025 www.goodnewsfl.org Good News • South Florida Edition Imagine with me that you are experiencing some type of chronic pain. The pain is excruciating and without cure. The pain has affected every aspect of your life. You are no longer able to work except in some very limited capacity, and your dream job is gone. The pain has affected every relationship you have, including your marriage and family. You are unable to embrace your loved ones and feel their touch. Loneliness has become your constant companion. Grateforgetfulness in action Your loved ones and best friends make every effort to live up to the expectations you have of them, but they have become weary of the challenge, and their lives move on. Imagine that everything that used to bring you joy or pleasure has been taken from you. There is no more enjoyment in life except, oddly, music, which allows you to escape momentarily into another reality. You manage the pain by visiting a clinic seven days per week, and in this clinic, you get some reprieve. The staff at the clinic appear caring but distant. The other patients that are experiencing the same pain as you, become familiar faces, as they glance at you with an understanding nod. The frequency of visits allows friendships to become a possibility, simply because of the shared experience. The friendships are not normal ones, experiencing very little laughter, joy and communication. The grimacing expressions are interrupted by the eyes. The eyes tell the story. The eyes moisten with a mixture of the present pain and the memory of shared loss. The dreams have died, and the realization of the new reality is a constant story in one’s head. Then one day, something is different. A stranger comes to visit the clinic while you and your new friends are receiving your daily treatment. The visitor says nothing as he sets up a place in a corner and proceeds to play the most beautiful and unfamiliar music you have ever heard (think Cash, Aznavour, Streisand and Nina Simone with a little Mozart). The instrument is unfamiliar to you. The music is enjoyed by all. Something mystical happens as the music is played and the pain seems to abate and then slowly disappear entirely. You imagine, at first, that it’s just your imagination but the eyes of your fellow patients seem to affirm your experience. Are they too experiencing the same thing? The experience continues for what appears to be an eternity as the music continues to be played and the melody fills the room and your imagination. Is the pain going away? Will the music ever stop? Will the pain return when the music stops? You then allow yourself the permission to simply mouth a whisper, “I hope not.” Where are the others? The music did stop and so did the pain. Medical tests and doctors verified that the pain was forever gone. You received a clean bill of health for the first time in years. Your life now had all the possibility of becoming normal and everything that was lost was being retrieved again. The joy you were experiencing was contagious and that smile was permanently plastered on your face. Oh, by the way, the eyes, they tell a different story now. One sees empathy mixed with joy and hope with every glance. One day you hear a familiar sound, and as you move closer to it you recognize not only the music but the musician. The same one that played that melody that changed your life. You, now able to speak, approach him with the greatest expression of gratitude you can imagine. You make a scene with your many “thank yous,”hugs, tears and Travolta-like dance moves. You feel completely inadequate as you try to express your heartfelt thanks. The musician seems to enjoy your efforts to show you gratitude and grins with a chuckle that quickly matches your expression (dance moves too). The two of you are now making a scene that causes onlookers to assume you have known each other forever and are celebrating a shared victory. Two strangers forever bonded together by a shared experience. The musician then opens his mouth for the first time and asks a simple but sincere question, “where are the others”? Reject… deflect… accept I had to reflect on the ability that I have to be “grateforgetful.” I’m on the receiving end of many blessings by God. The ultimate gift He’s ever given me is that He healed me from the painful toxicity of my sin, which like the narrative above, isolated and dismantled my life. Therefore, it’s worth noting that I have choices on how to respond to the melody of God’s healing power. I have identified three of many. I can choose to deflect God’s presence and power by simply seeing it as no big deal, so familiar and perhaps something I deserve. I can also choose to reject it completely, meaning, I don’t believe it, and I would rather accept the status quo. However, I can also simply accept it, acknowledging the mystery and in doing so find myself looking for every opportunity to let Him know just how grateful I am, perhaps make a scene and get Him to chuckle and join in. We enter a season over the next few months where scenes, literally, are created that draw our attention to joy, blessings, laughter, generosity, care, empathy, memories and the like. Perhaps in the midst of all of this we make every effort to not be guilty of “grateforgetfulness” but rather be guilty of gratefulness. Stephan N. Tchividjian is the CEO and co-founder of the National Christian Foundation South Florida. Visit southflorida.ncfgiving.com to learn more. Grateforgetfulness - Stephan Tchividjian - CEO and Co-Founder, National Christian Foundation South Florida
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14 NOVEMBER 2025 www.goodnewsfl.org Good News • South Florida Edition IN THE WORD When my father was 88, an interviewer asked him about his greatest regret. Looking back over a lifetime of evangelistic ministry, he said he wished he had spent more time memorizing Scripture. When I was growing up, my mother and father always tried to whet my appetite for Scripture. On Sundays after church, my mother insisted that we children memorize a verse before we could go outside and play. She let us choose Bible verses to recite from memory, so I flipped through my Bible, scanning for short verses like “Jesus wept.” I thought I was outsmarting her, but she knew what she was doing — making me search through the Scriptures. She was a wonderful teacher who wanted her children to know God’s Word by heart. When Jane and I were newlyweds, we both realized we needed to know more of the Bible. We loaded up my Jeep and a U-Haul trailer and headed to Colorado, where we spent time with the Navigators in Colorado Springs and enrolled in a Bible school called Ravencrest, in Estes Park. I wasn’t the best of students, but both of us soaked up God’s Word like a sponge. The founder of the Navigators, Dawson Trotman, came to saving faith in Jesus Christ through a verse he memorized for a church contest, John 5:24. Can you recite that one? “Most assuredly, I say to you, he who hears My word and believes in Him who sent Me has everlasting life, and shall not come into judgment, but has passed from death into life.” What’s the first Bible verse you ever memorized? Many will say John 3:16, or the Lord’s Prayer, or Psalm 23. In my father’s later years, he would recite that psalm whenever he stirred from sleep: “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. … Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life; and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever” (Psalm 23:1, 6). It’s easy to make excuses for not memorizing Scripture. The Bible can be intimidating. But I know some strong believers whose daily devotions include reading five psalms and a proverb, so that they repeat those books every month. Before long, they know those books almost by heart, possessing a treasury of Biblical strength and wisdom. If you are wondering, “Where do I start?” visit https://bit.ly/BibleMemo or use the Gospel Alphabet Card available at https://pages.billygraham.org/abc-gospelalphabet/. These are verses that my mother taught us, and you may want to use this card to get started or to help your children or grandchildren get started in memorizing God’s Word. The Lord promises in Jeremiah 31:33 to write His law on our hearts. “But this is the covenant that I will make with the house of Israel after those days, says the Lord: I will put My law in their minds, and write it on their hearts; and I will be their God, and they shall be My people.” Psalm 119:11 is a verse I think everyone should memorize. “Your word I have hidden in my heart, that I might not sin against You.” The 119th Psalm, the longest chapter in the Bible, has much to say about the power and authority of God’s Word to help us resist sinful temptations. When Scripture fills our hearts and minds, the Bible promises to fill us with godly wisdom and discernment. When Jesus had fasted for 40 days and nights in the wilderness, Satan tried to tempt the Son of God on three occasions. And each time, our Lord responded, “It is written …” before quoting Scripture such as: “Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God.” “You shall not tempt the Lord your God.” “You shall worship the Lord your God, and Him only you shall serve” (see Matthew 4:4-10). After Jesus used Scripture to rebuke Satan a third time, the Bible says that the devil fled. Since our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ recited Scripture from memory to foil the devil, we would do well to follow His example of Scripture memorization to war against Satan’s deceitful schemes. The sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God, is the main weapon in the believer’s arsenal to defeat Satan (see Ephesians 6:17). “For the word of God is living and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the division of soul and spirit, and of joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart” (Hebrews 4:12). When I preach — and I will be in Argentina and Cambodia in the coming months — I preach straight from God’s Word to help people understand how we are sinners in need of salvation. Where does my assurance come from? “All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work” (2 Timothy 3:16-17). To God be the glory! Great things He has done and continues to do. ©2025 BGEA Scripture quotations are taken from The Holy Bible, New King James Version. Decision magazine, October 2025; ©2025 Billy Graham Evangelistic Association; used by permission, all rights reserved. Franklin Graham: The Sword of the Spirit — The Word of God - Franklin Graham - President and CEO Samaritan’s Purse and Billy Graham Evangelistic Association Since our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ recited Scripture from memory to foil the devil, we would do well to follow His example of Scripture memorization to war against Satan’s deceitful schemes.” “
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FAITH & CULTURE 16 NOVEMBER 2025 www.goodnewsfl.org Good News • South Florida Edition The extended family Thanksgiving table can either make for the worst of times or the best of times. At its worst, this appointed day of gratitude turns into a gripe-and-groan session. The whole situation can be somewhat amusing or downright infuriating. We shouldn’t be so surprised. After all, for many families, Thanksgiving is a rare meal that brings together a collection of family members who don’t normally keep company. Given the inherent challenges, how can we make the most of the extended family Thanksgiving table? As a pastor, I encourage you to view the Thanksgiving dinner table as if it were a Bible-era feast, especially if you are the host. You might be surprised, but this approach will likely be welcomed by your entire family. Here’s what I mean. How biblical feasting changes the heart of the host When I approach the Thanksgiving dinner table as a biblical feast, it changes the disposition of my heart and the frame of my mind in three ways. First, a biblical feast approach alters my focus. The whole point of biblical feasts was to help the people of God decenter themselves and recenter God. Consider the Passover Feast, in which Israel focused like a laser on remembering how God had delivered them from Egypt (Exodus 1213). If I’m focusing on God’s goodness through Christ, I will be grateful for the dinner’s positive moments and relatively unfazed by any negative moments that may arise. Second, when I view the Thanksgiving table as a biblical feast, I just might end up expanding my guest list and generously invite others to the table. Consider the biblical accounts of Jesus’ meals: he purposely expanded the guest list to include people quite different from him — for example, sinners and tax collectors (Luke 5:30). Imagine what our Thanksgiving dinners would look like if we invited people who otherwise would dine alone: international students from the local college, singles from our church and widows from the local nursing home. Doing so can be a game-changer; suddenly the dinner is expansive and generous rather than insular and self-centered. Third, a biblical feast approach keeps things in perspective. Think about it in terms of the local church’s communal feast, the Lord’s Supper: it’s a preview of the marriage supper of the Lamb (Revelation 19). When we partake of the bread and wine, we get a little taste — during this sin-ridden and painful era before Christ’s return — of the feasting and fellowshipping we will experience in the new heavens and earth. By way of analogy, when I, as a Thanksgiving host, keep one eye on that future feast and its perfect ideal, I won’t be so bothered by the imperfections and flaws evident at the extended family table. How biblical feasting shapes our interactions around the table With the biblical feast as our model, we will find many ways to honor Christ and show hospitality around the Thanksgiving dinner table. As the sun rises and we begin preparations for the day, we will reflect on the many ways God has been good to us and our family. Thanksgiving Day is the perfect time to read and meditate on Scripture passages that detail God’s love, provision and protection (e.g., Joshua 1:9; 1 John 4:9-10); place a framed prayer or decorative Scripture card at the center of the room; and invite guests who would otherwise spend the holiday alone (Hebrews 13:2). As our guests arrive, we will keep Christ at the center by putting gratitude into action. A Thanksgiving dinner party is the ideal time to tell loved ones and guests what we appreciate about them; take every opportunity to serve our guests; and share aloud what we are thankful for, directing our gratitude to specific people but, more ultimately, to Christ. We must determine to make the most of every moment, speaking out of a heart of humility and gratitude at every turn. Let the blessings flow The biblical feast reminds us to let the blessings flow. As God has blessed us, so we bless others. As believers, we will one day gather to enjoy a great feast with Christ our Lord. We will join that celebration and participate in its worship. Until then, we feast in the here and now, tolerating the challenges that come with a sin-ridden world. Thus, we focus on God rather than ourselves, thank God for his gifts and others for their presence, and enjoy our meal with the expectation of that day when we will dine with God himself. Rob Pacienza is the Senior Pastor of Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church (Fort Lauderdale, FL), the CEO and President of Coral Ridge Ministries, and the Founder of the Institute for Faith and Culture. - Dr. Rob Pacienza - Senior Pastor, Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church How To Host A Christ-Centered Thanksgiving
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18 NOVEMBER 2025 www.goodnewsfl.org Good News • South Florida Edition PARENTING We are heading into a season of opportunity. For some families, Thanksgiving and Christmas can help define who they are. For others these holidays are little more than eating and expense. Where do family traditions fit in? Traditions might just be an extremely important part of this holiday season. In fact, one of my colleagues recently asked a group of young parents what they were looking for or wanting for their family. The overwhelming response was something we could do together. They were all wanting to come back to the dinner table. They were also making the choice to cut down on outside-thehome activities and focus on their families. If this is the case and the desire of families, it begs the question: where did our traditions go? For some reason many homes left the traditions at grandma’s house. Traditions are repetitive activities that can help children feel as if they are a part of a family that is special. In our very time conscious society, the only traditions many families do is eat turkey one day in November and buy too many gifts in December. Each of those activities are completed in a couple hours. These activities seem to add nothing but inches to our waste lines and balances to our credit cards. Certainly, something more is needed. The value of traditions No one will take the time to bring back family traditions unless they can see the value. The first value added by family traditions is family unity. The children are made to feel as if they are part of something special if they can anticipate special, predictable events at Thanksgiving and Christmas. Thanksgiving is the perfect example. When children participate in yearly traditions that only their family does, it helps them feel like they are part of something special. If their Thanksgiving is exactly the same as every other family’s eating feast, why come home for the holidays? It’s an opportunity to allow them to focus on the uniqueness and individuality of their particular home. The child will love it, and the teen might baulk, but eventually the traditions will help them feel like they are a part of something bigger than themselves. Today’s children have many stresses on them. Traditions can even help comfort a child with familiarity and make him feel as if his family is unique, in a good way. Special foods Thanksgiving offers us the opportunity for special foods that might seem strange to other children but comfortably predictable to the child who has grown up with mom’s traditional string bean casserole. The child might never say, “I appreciate the fact that you always make this casserole,” but wait until the year mom doesn’t make it. “Hey, mom where’s the casserole?” They come to expect the comfort of predictability. Particular kinds of food are a major part of family traditions, but that’s just the beginning. This is also an opportunity to reunite with extended family. Yes, everyone has family members that are different. Extended family members we would prefer not to invite. (I know that because I seem to get invited less and less each year.) But that’s still family, and there are lessons to be taught about odd people like obnoxious Uncle Bob. Thanksgiving ushers in the traditional lesson that a child has people who care for them, and who extend beyond his or her immediate family. Traditions centered on purpose The most instructive tradition, however, is to create and maintain a tradition of purpose. What is the purpose of Thanksgiving? For that we have to go back to the root of this holiday: the first Thanksgiving. The first Thanksgiving was actually held in a time of crisis. A much bigger crisis then our economy. A harsh winter and a shortage of food left the Pilgrims obviously dependent upon God for the rescue. Sure enough, God, as He always does, rescued the Pilgrims through the assistance of their neighbors, the native Americans of that region. The first Thanksgiving was started just as its name implies, as a tradition of gratitude to God for meeting their needs abundantly. This too can be a time of fear for the American child. The whole nation is fearfully and continually focused on the difficult economy, elections and other social strains. A child would have to be in a bubble to miss the way people are talking about the future. A revival of the tradition of true thanksgiving has never been more needed in this generation. In our house we start Thanksgiving week each year by taping a large sheet of poster board to the refrigerator with a pen close at hand. Each family member and visitor takes the time to write things on the poster board that he or she is grateful for, things God has done in their lives. We personalize it by putting our initials next to what we write. This tradition of writing needs to start with mom and dad because it is important to lead by example. On Thanksgiving Day, the poster board is read at the table. The purpose of this tradition is obvious. We want to create an attitude of gratefulness to God and a confidence in God. The most meaningful Thanksgiving tradition is to bring this holiday back to its original intent. The tradition of thanking God for His blessings gives children gratitude. It also offers another opportunity to remind the children what our family stands for. The tradition is about more than turkey. It’s about confidence in the power of God. A tradition today’s child is desperate for! Visit parentingonpurpose.org for more advice from Dr. Bob Barnes and Torrey Roberts. - Dr. Bob Barnes and Torrey Roberts - Sheridan House Family Ministries Holiday Traditions That Bring Families Together
There are many wonderful tools available to enhance Christian education and/or Bible Study, such as The Chosen series, YouVersion Bible App or BibleGateway and more than 40 others. We believe the ritual of weekly live attendance at church service is important and should not be neglected. Good News Wants to Know... is there also a resource you use regularly that has impacted or enhanced your religious understanding? Blue Letter Bible, Dwell app, and The Bible Project. Andrew Holmes, President, 4KIDS The “MacArthur Study Bible” has been my daily resource supplemented by “Streams in the Desert” and the O.S. Hawkins “Code” series. I daily seek to study just a few verses at a time supplemented by the Bible notes which cause these verses to have deep meaning and practical life application. William “Bill” C. Davell, Director, Tripp Scott My go to commentary is Enduring Word, Moody Radio and on YouTube Chuck Missler and David Pawson teachings among others. Bill Tolia, President, BrightStar Care Lately lots of good things come at me from YouTube. A history lesson about one of those cool places in the OT, an archived Pastor Bob sermon, or a true story about someone I never met before, laying down their life for someone they never met before. Joseph talks about God being able to transform things intended for evil into the best things ever. He was obviously talking about algorithms. Bob Denison, President, Denison Yachting A few years ago, I was blessed to have completed the 12-week Freedom study from Church of the Highlands. A tremendous resource that helps to guide me to the Tree of Life vs. the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil. Char Talmadge, Executive Director, Rescue Upstream As the godson and nephew of a retired Roman Catholic priest and pastor of over 50 years, I am blessed to be able to speak with my uncle on a regular basis when I have questions or just want to talk about my faith. There have been instances when I have reflected with him about challenging votes in the legislature or local government that impacts my faith, and the faith of my constituents. He always gives it to me straight, in a way that I can both understand and implement into my deliberations. Chip LaMarca, State Representative, Florida House District 100 I use the “Wilmington’s Guide to the Bible,” David Guzik Bible commentary and the “MacArthur Study Bible” to help me study and understand the Bible better. Chris Lane, President, First Priority of South Florida There are so many, but I will name a few: a Cruden’s or Strong’s concordance, a Baker Interlinear Greek Bible, Blue Letter Bible, various commentaries like those by Ironside, Barclay and B.B. Warfield, “The Discovery Bible,” and several study Bibles like “The Reformation Study Bible” or “The Ryrie Study Bible,” and word studies by Vincent, Wuest and Zodhiates. There are SO MANY great aids! H. Collins Forman, Esq. In addition to the Bible, and the resources listed, my wife uses Enduring Word as a study aid for her Bible studies. I also use Bible Gateway, Blue Letter Bible, and have found AI to be a great resource to do quick research, directly linked to what I’m studying at the moment. Craig Huston, Summit Achievers Resources that help me: The Daily Audio Bible app (DAB), Spurgeon's devotional "Evening By Evening" as well as praying/worshipping along with The World Prayer Network.org and Marty Goetz House of Worship, twice weekly. Deborah Cusick, FAU Volunteer, Intervarsity Christian Fellowship The resources I use regularly that have impacted or enhanced my religious understanding is Logos Bible Software and Moody Radio. Both have solid and deep teaching, as well as being practical and encouraging even when you are on the go. Of course, my trusty hardcopy of Oswald Chambers’ devotional “My Utmost For His Highest” has done me good for decades too. Dennis DeMarois, Executive Dirctor/CEO, Gathering Palm Beach County I use so many resources including those you mentioned. I love the NET Bible for translation understanding, numerous study Bibles like the ESV Study Bible, Bible Hub, Bible Gateway, “Strongs Concordance,” multiple commentaries for varying views, Logos, and others. My list is long. Dolores King St. George, King Communications, GraceNet Media I have seen a “sea change” in successful churches from Sunday morning services to a “community!” Every day or night needs to have some event to bring people together as a healthy way of life full of activities. Dr. Fred Scarbrough, Founder, Scarbrough Animal Hospital and HOPE South Florida My mornings start early, before the sun comes up. Coffee and my King James Version (leather bound and falling apart -1973 original) is still my preference along with “The Purpose Driven Life” by Rick Warren. However, I do use the YouVersion App as well. God has a purpose for your life and if you give it to Him daily, you WILL see and feel His Love and presence in every little detail! Helen Wayner P.A., Century 21 Hansen Realty William “Bill” C. Davell Bill Tolia Bob Denison Char Talmadge Chip LaMarca Chris Lane ai o h T ( “ a S a et a a Wants to Know… Andrew Holmes
y L The best enhancement has come from simply reading the Bible cover to cover, and there have been occasional enriching sources ie. some podcasts but taking part in theological classes from Moody Bible Institute really grounded my understanding of scripture. Justus Martin, Photographer, Justus Martin Photography I keep the “Lead with Prayer” book on my nightstand to encourage me to pray. They have many tools available online including prayer cards to jumpstart your prayer time. Karen Granger, Vice President, 4KIDS Palm Beach Scripture is my anchor, and I stay rooted by regularly using a trusted study Bible. Through prayer and the leading of the Holy Spirit, as I “ask, seek, and knock” (Matthew 7:7), and understanding begins to flow. I take Jesus’ promise seriously: “Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you” (Matthew 6:33) and that includes understanding. Confident that the Spirit “will guide you into all truth” (John 16:13), I approach the Word with humility and expectancy. Rest assured in Christ Jesus! Ken Kerrigan, Pastor, Calvary Chapel Pompano Beach I listen to The Briefing regularly, which is a podcast that looks at daily news and events from a Christian worldview. It does a great job of taking what’s happening in the world and shifting the perspective to a scriptural one. Kevin Granato, Chief of Staff, 4KIDS Personally, I like the Matthew Henry, Jamison, Fausett & Brown Commentary along with the Blue Letter Commentary. As far as Bible versions go, I use the KJV and the 1984 version of the New International Bible (easier read). Larry Lacy, Pastor, The Answer Church “The Bible Recap” by Tara-Leigh Cobble has truly transformed my devotional time. Her thoughtful insights unlock new layers of meaning in Scripture, making even the most challenging passages — like the Old Testament laws — come alive and reveal God’s character in beautiful ways. Laura Bishop, Executive Vice President of Development, Palm Beach Atlantic University In addition to attending my weekly live church service (which I believe is very important), I regularly use a devotional-style book to deepen my understanding of Scripture. Recently I’ve been reading “52 Hebrew Words Every Christian Should Know” and its companion “52 Names of God in Hebrew Every Christian Should Know” by Dave Adamson. These books explore key Hebrew words and Hebrew names of God and have helped me see Scripture in new ways. At the same time, I continue to use the Bible as my primary source and foundation. I also recognize that consistency in studying God's Word is crucial. As Hebrews 13:8 reminds us, “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever.” Emulating His consistency in our daily lives strengthens our relationship with Him and fosters spiritual maturity. Dr. Mary Drabik, President, South Florida Bible College & Theological Seminary I love simple communication. A confused mind always says “No.” When teaching or explaining to others, I like to use simple resources such as Bible project videos and others available on YouVersion. For more personal development I listen to various podcasts and online teachings from all over. Dr. Mike Rozenblum, Genesis Physical Medicine and Chiropractic There are two resources I use daily for my devotional and prayer time, “The Bible Recap” and Wisdom Hunters. Another great resource I used in the past was Bible Study Fellowship. Milan Stefanovic, Chief Operations & Personal Lines Officer , Bass Underwriters Wants to Know… H. Collins Forman Craig D. Huston Deborah Cusick Dennis DeMarois Dolores King St. George Fred Scarbrough Laura C. Bishop Mary Drabik Mike Rozenblum Milan Stefanovic Mike McDermott Oksana Horton Helen Wayner Justus Martin Karen Granger Ken Kerrigan Kevin Granato Larry Lacy
While I am definitely a fan of “The Chosen,” which really brings Jesus and the gospels to life, there are three tools that are still instrumental in my walk. The first is “The Apologetics Study Bible” in the Holman CSB version. There are commentaries included on a variety of topics that help put the Word in perspective. The next tool is Andrew Wommack. His daily television show is full of deep and thorough teaching and is how my wife and I start our day. Finally, there is the Christian program “Flashpoint” which approaches the news and cultural topics from a biblical perspective. All three are significant tools for growth. Mike McDermott, Seniors and Probate Specialist, The Keyes Company The greatest thing that enhanced my religious understanding was Bible Study Fellowship (BSF). I started attending in 1990 and did it for several years. I loved the concentrated study of the Word, teaching and gleaned much out of the teaching and application of it. It has inspired me to continue on in some form of Bible study ever since. Grateful to BSF! Oksana Horton, Creative Director, Torch and Trumpet Theatre Company I use Bible Gateway daily as well as many other sources on a regular basis online. I prefer reading and re-reading books by Timothy Keller (also his blogs), Merrill C.Tenney, Duvall & Hays, Bob Goff, Max Lucado, Tom Nelson, Gary G. Cohen just to name a few. As you can probably tell, I favor books, especially a hard copy of the Bible. I always learn new things or see them differently each time I read them. Patricia Colangelo, South Florida Bible College & Theological Seminary Besides my daily Bible reading… I read a Daily Devotional called “Jesus Calling,” which is written in the first person singular, as if Jesus is talking directly to me, which He is…”JESUS CALLING.” Another part of my daily devotion, something I started years ago, I try to write one or two Thank You cards daily. It helps me to remember to be grateful for the amazing people God has placed in my life… family, friends, coworkers, other ministry leaders. Coach Rick Andreassen, Founder and CEO, SAINTS Homeschool P.E. and SAINTS International Sports Ministry In addition to weekly worship, I lean on daily tools: listening to a one-year Bible plan during my commute, using Alexa to read commentaries and spiritual books, and spending extended time in Scripture and two-way journaling with the Lord. Rev. Rick Aspden, CEO, Faith Farm Ministries I read The Pour Over for news from a Christian perspective and listen to Al Mohler’s podcast. Robert Taylor, CEO, Burdette Beckmann Inc. (BBI) and Chairman, Habitat for Humanity My wife Candace and I use “The Bible Recap” for a daily Bible Study and have found it spot on. We both have done Bible Study Fellowship in the past and would encourage anyone to take on that study. Romney C. Rogers, Managing Partner, Rogers, Morris & Ziegler LLP Logos Bible Software is perhaps the greatest digital resource for in-depth study of scripture and theology. I still prefer the occasional paper cut from real books, but the digital capability of Logos is truly impressive, which is why Knox freely offers it to all our matriculating students. Dr. Scott Manor, President; Professor of Historical Theology, Knox Theological Seminary There are two great resources that have impacted or enhanced my understanding of the Word of God in addition to weekly church services. One of them is a site called the Blue Letter Bible, which has a ton of commentaries on the Bible by David Guzik. Excellent verse by verse insight to simplify and explain books of the Bible. Another great resource is The Word For Today app. This app has all of Chuck Smith's, the founder of Calvary Chapel, sermons and Through the Bible Series that walks through each book of the Bible. Any resource that we use should always point us back to the Word of God and help us better understand and more importantly, live out what it is that we learn so the world can know Jesus through the way that we live. Steve Daigle, Campus Pastor, Calvary Chapel Parkland For me, two things I use regularly have really helped me to understand God‘s word and how to apply it. One is daily reading of the Bible, one chapter Old Testament, one chapter New Testament, in the NLT Life Application Bible. It has really helped me understand God‘s word and how to apply it in my daily walk. The second is reading and meditating on Sarah Young’s “Jesus calling” each day. Steve Solomon, Area Director, CBMC South Florida It’s so important to have supplemental resources to deepen one’s understanding of Scripture. I frequently turn to Pastor David Guzik’s commentary, Enduring Word, as well as StudyLight.org, which offers a wealth of Bible tools and resources for just about everything you need to study God's Word. I also enjoy doing Bible study plans on Bible.is, which is completely free. Tewannah Aman, Executive Director, Broward Right to Life Wants to Know… Steve Daigle Steve Solomon Tewannah Aman Patricia Colangelo Coach Rick Andreassen Rev. Rick Aspden Robert Taylor Romney C. Rogers Scott Manor
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