The Second Miler _____________________________________________________________________________________ “Home of the Sweet Sweet Spirit” September 2019 Issue

Pastor’s Corner “The God of More

Than Enough” By Martha Noebell

There are so many people with issues that seem to overwhelm them. Whether it is a father out of work, sickness in the home, broken down cars, not enough food on the table, or even a runaway child looking for their own way in the world, our hearts may seem to long for peace.

From experience, I have found that as long as I try to fix the problems without trusting the Lord to deal with them, then I am left feeling frustrated and without hope. Peace comes as I lean on God for the answers and wait on His timing.

At one particular season of my life, I was living far from family and friends. My husband had a job in which he traveled one hour from home. I had a teenage son, a toddler, and I was pregnant. There was barely enough money for food and expenses; except for the gas money to get my husband to work. It was a scary time.

I wish I could say that I immediately filled my heart with an abundance of faith and never doubted God’s ability to bring us through for a single moment. But my attitude was to face things one day at a time. I am so much wiser now. Having seen so many miracles in these recent years I know that He is more than capable of working all things out for our good.

And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. Romans 8:28 (KJV) The Bible even shares how, in Matthew

15, Jesus saw the multitude was hungry after

listening to Him teach for three days. Jesus being full of faith told the disciples to gather the seven loaves of bread and fishes. He blessed the food and sent the disciples into the crowd with these items. After they all ate and were full, the leftover food filled seven baskets. The crowd consisted of four thousand men and included the women/children. Now that is how faithful our God is when a need is presented to Him.

So what is your concern today? How much faith do you possess? Even faith the size of a grain of a mustard seed is all you need to see the victory in your life.

“…Truly I tell you, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.” Matthew 17:20 NIV

The paths you are following are hard to understand at times. God is with you! He is passionately in love with you and cares about your every need. The trials of today will one day be over and as you look back you will see how far you have come. As I share in a previous devotional: Hope Is Real.

The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. John 10:10 NIV

With a heart full of faith and hope for the days ahead, move onward. Trust the Lord. You will be amazed!

The Second Miler Staff Devera Barnhart……..……...…..………………...Editor Lita Stallings……………………….…...Assistant Editor Delores Little…………………………...……....Reporter Virgie Simmons-Jones…………………..…….Reporter Joyce Murray Laing……………………………Reporter Please Note: Items submitted for publication in The Second Miler MUST be received BEFORE the 25th of each month to be printed in the next month’s edition. Thank you.

Bible Verse Show me your ways, O LORD,

teach me your paths; guide me in your truth and teach me, for you are

God my Savior, and my hope is in you all day long. —Psalm 25:4-5

Thought Life can be so confusing. There are so many

choices for us as we decide the values that will govern our lives. So how are we going to find the best way, God's way, to live? We will ask

God to show us! Our hope is in him. Our salvation is in him. So why not ask him to guide us and teach us his truth? Why not expect that

he will make his will known for us? If our hearts are open to his truth and we are seeking his path, he will make his will known.

Prayer O mighty God, the only true guide to life, please

help me to know your will more completely. I want to live for you and to please you. I want others to know of my allegiance to you — not

just because of the words I speak, but also through the character of my conduct. In Jesus' name I ask it. Amen.

SPECIAL PRAYER LIST Deaconess Mildred Bailey Deaconess Gloria Angel Deacon Carey Angel Sis. Angela Tucker Sis. Charlotte Allen Sis. Edna Randall Sis. Fannie Dimes Bro. Harry Jiggetts Sis. Mildred Leak Bro. John Taylor Sis. Monica Battle Trustee Ray Burns Sis. April Dixon Bro. George Owens, Jr. Sis. Wynona Thomas Sis. Judy Clements Sis. Judy Marshall Bro. Harry Graham Sis. Mary White Sis. Lisa Chamberlain Sis. Rose Chavis Sis. Carolyn Walker Sis. Linda Hargrove Sis. Alice Faye Williams Sis. Josephine Beckham Sis. Virginia Taylor Sis. Lucille Stallings Sis. Trinette Williams Rev. Marvin Hargrove Bro. John White Sis. Jean Alexander Rev. Clyde Nelson Sis. Frederica Weaver Sis. Leea Lynch Sis. JoAnn Brooks Dea. Virgie Simmons- Sis. Gloria Costner Jones Deacon Wallace Costner

BIRTHDAY WISHES – SEPTEMBER

On your birthday we wish you much pleasure and joy;

We hope all of your wishes come true. May each hour and minute be filled with delight,

--- Joanna Fuchs

01 – Dominic Armstrong 05 – Nyah Stallings 15 – Rev. Dr. Joseph Welch 18 – Kenny Drayton 20 – Lita Stallings 20 – Jean Grant 24 – Frederica Weaver 26 – Brielle Dobson Longe

BLESSINGS ON YOUR ANNIVERSARY

Your anniversary marks the day When you both said "I do."

The two of you became as one, A marriage bright and new.

Now time has passed; your love is strong; You passed the early test.

Your tender bond grows with passing time; Your marriage is the kind that's best!

By Joanna Fuchs

10: Mr. & Mrs. Robert and Susan Norwood 19: Rev. & Mrs. Samuel and Devera Barnhart 28: Mr. & Mrs. Alexander and Joan Waller

The Family of Sister Maureen Butler Sheffey

The Family of Sister Norma Jean Burrill

It's not complete without you. Please join us every Sunday morning at 9:30 a.m.

There's a class for every age group. You are never too old or

too young to learn of the goodness of Jesus!

Wednesday Noon Prayer Service

12:00 p.m.

Wednesday Evening Bible Study and Prayer Service

7:00 p.m. (Will resume in September)

Please join us for another

opportunity to grow in grace and knowledge of Jesus Christ.

Make A Pledge Second Baptist Church Building Fund

Restoring Hope Making A Difference

Becoming A Partnership in Life

THREE STEPS TO MAKING YOUR COMMITMENT

PRAY Be still and ask the Lord. Pray with your family. This is the most important step in preparing your heart to respond to God’s call to action. Ask Him what He would have you give to make this vision a reality at Second Baptist Church. Remember, these are gifts over and above your regular tithes.

STEP OUT IN FAITH Trust God to provide what He lays on your heart to give, even if the amount is more than your current resources can readily identify. Our greatest hopes and dreams are just the beginning for God. Expect the unexpected.

GIVE SACRIFICIALLY “Not equal gifts, but equal sacrifice.” There is no limit to what God will do in and through us if we commit ourselves to sacrificial giving. Ephesians 3:20-21 says, “Now to Him who, by the power that is at work within us, is able to exceedingly, abundantly, far over and above all that we dare ask, think or imagine, to Him be the glory throughout all generations, forever and ever.” I found in my life that God supernaturally and abundantly meets all my needs when I’m simply obedient to what He tells me to do. There are tremendous blessings that will overtake you when you are simply being obedient. When you stretch your faith and begin to reach out beyond your own abilities, two things begin to happen. The first thing is that your own needs become less and less significant. And the second thing is that God supernaturally begins to meet your needs in abundance. Except the Lord build the house, they labor in vain that build it…(Psalm 127:1) And God is able to make all grace abound to you, that always having all sufficiency in everything, you may have an abundance for every good deed. Now He who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food, will supply and multiply your seed for sowing and increase the harvest of your righteousness.

SECOND BAPTIST CHURCH Building Fundraising Project DONOR RECOGNITION TREE

Gold Leaf $1,500 Large Rock $3,000

Silver Leaf $1,000 Medium Rock $2,500 Bronze Leaf $ 500

Small Rock $2,000

• Don’t miss this lifetime opportunity to have your name / family name / auxiliary name

permanently engraved in the history of Second Baptist Church

• If you are pledging to our building fund when your contribution reaches $500.00, you will have the option of choosing a Bronze Leaf or continue contributing until you reach the level you desire. However, your contribution of $500.00 will automatically guarantee you a Bronze Leaf to be placed on the tree.

HOSPITALITY COMMITTEE REGULATIONS USE OF KITCHEN DINING FACILITY USE OF KITCHEN DINING AREA MUST BE AUTHORIZED BY THE CULINARY COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSON – FRANCES STALLINGS (703) 354-8943. AFTER APPROVAL, THE TIME NEEDED FOR USE MUST THEN BE SCHEDULED WITH KITCHEN/CULINARY COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSON – FRANCES STALLINGS THE ESTABLISHED CHECKLIST WILL BE USED FOR INSPECTION OF THE KITCHEN BEFORE AND AFTER USE. A REPRESENTATIVE FROM THE KITCHEN/CULINARY COMMITTEE AND THE PERSON REQUESTING USE OF THE FACILITY WILL CONDUCT THE INSPECTIONS TOGETHER. CLEANING OF THE AREA AFTER USE IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE USER(S). CLEANING RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE WASHING AND RETURNING TABLE CLOTHS, DISH TOWELS AND APRONS, IF USED. IF THE CULINARY COMMITTEE IS IN CHARGE OF THE SERVICE, CARRY-OUT SERVICE IS NOT PERMITTED. FUNERAL REPASTS DECEASED MEMBERS OF SECOND BAPTIST CHURCH FOOD FOR THE REPAST IS PROVIDED BY THE CHURCH AND THROUGH CHURCH FAMILY DONATIONS. THE

MEAL WILL BE SERVED BY THE CULINARY COMMITTEE, IF REQUESTED, BY THE FAMILY OF THE DECEASED. DECEASED NON-MEMBER OF SECOND BAPTIST CHURCH THE REPAST IS SERVED BY THE CULINARY COMMITTEE IF THE MOTHER, FATHER, SISTER, BROTHER OR CHILD OF THE DECEASED IS AN ACTIVE MEMBER OF SECOND BAPTIST CHURCH IN GOOD STANDING AND SERVICE IS REQUESTED. THE FAMILY OF THE DECEASED IS REQUIRED TO PROVIDE THE PREPARED FOOD TO BE SERVED. A DONATION WILL BE REQUESTED TO HELP DEFRAY THE COST OF THE MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS USED. ANY LEFT OVER FOOD THAT THE FAMILY HAS PROVIDED WILL BE PACKED UP AND GIVEN TO THE DESIGNATED FAMILY MEMBER OF THE DECEASED. SUGGESTED MENU CHICKEN HAM STRING BEANS OR CABBAGE POTATO SALAD OR MACARONI AND CHEESE CASSEROLE ASSORTED DESSERTS ROLLS COFFEE ICED TEA SAFETY & SECURITY ONLY AUTHORIZED PERSONS ARE ALLOWED IN THE KITCHEN KITCHEN TO BE LOCKED WHEN NOT IN USE.

FOOD BANK OPERATING HOURS

Tuesdays & Thursdays 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Typical Items: Bread & Bakery None of God’s children shall go hungry; come partake!

CLYDE LEE HUNTER SBC EDUCATION FUND COMMITTEE

This committee seeks to provide financial assistance to young Second Baptist Church congregants heading for college or a university. It has not been set up as a scholarship program. It is funded through personal donations and the occasional fundraiser. We thank God for each donation and the ability to help our church family as they pursue higher education. For an application, please see any one of the members: President Lita F. Stallings Vice-President Devera Barnhart Financial Secretary Bernice Dawson Member Susan Norwood Member T. Earleen Washington

GOT ENVELOPE?

PLEASE DON’T FORGET TO USE YOUR SPECIAL OFFERING

ENVELOPE TO SUPPORT THE EDUCATION FUND!!!!!!!!!

Thank-you to Ms. Juanita Jones for your generous donation to The Miler. We

appreciate your support.

HOME BIBLE STUDY

WHO DID IT?

1.) Who married his half-sister?

Lot

Nahor

Terah

Abraham 2.) Who dreamed that the sun and the moon and 11 stars bowed down to him?

Abraham

Isaac

Jacob

Joseph 3.) To whom did God give the covenant of circumcision?

Adam

Noah

Moses

Abraham 4.) Who led the Israelites into Canaan?

Moses

Caleb

Jephunneh

Joshua 5.) Who wrongly thought that Abraham's and Isaac's wives were their sisters?

Abimelech

Ishmael

Ben-Ammi

Mamre

MUSIC MINISTRY REHEARSAL INFORMATION

Women’s Chorus 7:30 p.m. – Thursday before First Sunday 11:00 a.m. – Saturday before First Sunday

Sanctuary Choir 7:30 p.m. – Thursday before Second Sunday 11:00 a.m. – Saturday before Second Sunday

Voices of Inspiration 10:00 a.m. – Saturdays before 2nd and 3rd Sunday

Men’s Chorus 7:30 p.m. – Friday before 4th Sunday

9:30 a.m. – Saturday before 4th Sunday Hand Bell Choir

7:00 p.m. – 8:15 p.m. Friday evenings

Please contact Minister of Music, Rev. Kevin D. Thompson, Sr. with any questions!

Signs From Above “For the Lord gives wisdom and from His mouth

come knowledge and understanding.”

Proverbs 2:6

No Pain, No Gain At times my life seems difficult and unfair Boulders on my shoulders…too much to bear Passed up and passed over not knowing why Emotionally drained and always wanting to cry Always hearing you’ll be okay…you are strong Spinning around in my head like a tired old song When do I get a break? Where is my reprieve? Please unlock the cell so I can leave I am a spiritual being on a very human journey Being ushered in to a spiritual hospital on a gurney Jesus is my doctor, He knows what I am going through I go to Him quite often because He knows exactly what to do Some of what I go through comes from deep within The act of disobedience and committing sin Then there is the enemy who likes to toy with my life Causing me all kinds of pain, misery and strife My Father prunes me by giving me His trials and tests They are designed to help me grow and to bring out my best On life’s journey, it’s normal to feel the way I do We must rely on Jesus’ strength and allow His greatness to shine through Monica Y. Brewer ©2017 ---------------------------------------------------------------

SBC MEDIA MINISTRY

If you would like a CD or DVD of any of the programs, please see First Lady Devera Barnhart,

Trustee JoAnn Brooks or Sister Lita Stallings Cost: Single CD - $3.50 Double CD - $6.00 DVD - $10.00 NEW ADDITIONS: 08/11/2019 It’s Examination Time Rev. Kevin D. Thompson, Sr. 08/18/2019 Get In Shape With The Lord Rev. Daniel Simpkins 08/25/2019 Run Your Race Rev. Kevin D. Thompson, Sr.

"Trust says Jesus can - Faith says

Jesus will!"

BOOK SIGNING

Come, meet the author

(Daughter of Sister Frances Stallings)

Sponsored by The Sisters’ Book Club Saturday, September 14, 2019

2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. James Lee Community Center

2855 Annandale Road Falls Church, VA 22042

Bible Word Search

Pekah

A R M Y D B V H J L O A E P E H

E I S R A E L S A E K A T R S T S N A I R Y S S A G M H Z P L G

O N L L E J T C N Y E A E K A N H J I I L O D I R S M K C O F E

D S V A V I R E O I A M A E J L

E I G H T E E N T H B F C L B E T V D N D R I D I A X E Q D Y A

A H E R I Z E A U W E D D S W R N I U N E K H C O T E F U U A S

I M N R T S V R N L K C E V R I M S I V Z U S J L U S G C D B F

O E T V A H A I L A M A R W K O

D L N T I D K L M N G I E R B N P F O P X L E A L A R E N E G X

M U C H O F D D D Y N E E B S X

An ARMY of his REIGN GENERAL, and is UNCERTAIN, THE SON but MUCH of it Of RAMALIAH, was DOMINATED

Pekah BY WAR. BECAME the He ALLIED EIGHTEENTH king HIMSELF with OF ISRAEL REZIN of By MURDERING DAMASCUS but King PEKAHIAH. was He is DESCRIBED EVENTUALLY As INVADED and an EVIL king DEFEATED FALSE He was KILLED IDOL by HOSEA, WORSHIP. the LAST The LENGTH of ISRAEL’S KINGS.

Celebrating 150 Years of Worship, Prayer & Praise

We are beginning to make plans for the celebration of our church’s 150th anniversary. The entire month of July 2020 will be designated as a month of celebration. Committees will be formed and we will need the assistance of EVERY ONE OF YOU! Be prayerful about what you want to do. If you have ideas, please share them with Pastor Barnhart.

Dear Second Baptist Church Family, The CLH SBC Education Fund Ministry extends a heartfelt and appreciative THANK YOU to the 22 people who accepted the challenge and submitted $100 to our fund. That’s an impressive number and we are grateful! We thank EVERYONE who gave to the fund. Every penny enables us to assist our youth who graduate from high school with the desire to matriculate further; we thank God for your willingness to give. During the challenge, you were encouraged to reach out to neighbors, smile at strangers, buy treats for other folk, visit the sick and extend other kindnesses and expressions of God’s love. This is something God expects us to do anyway, but it was something fun to attach to a challenge! A gentle reminder, if you will. Stay tuned for next year’s challenge, set to begin in February. It will work the same way…encouraging you to save a certain amount of money per week, while performing some sort of activity, to reach the final dollar amount of $100 in 6 months.

WHO’S SITTING BESIDE YOU? Submitted by The Bronze-In-Betweeners

“…but you shall love your neighbor as

yourself…” Leviticus 19:18 (ESV) The Bronze-In-Betweeners want to promote closeness & unity amongst our congregation, so

we will interview church members, at random, and publish short synopses. Please read on for the interviews…

Trustee Ronnie Inge Interviewed by: Lita Stallings

I had the pleasure of interviewing Trustee Ronnie Inge this month and it was interesting getting to know him on a different level. I asked him what he believed to be his skill set and/or passion and he responded, “providing good customer service to other people.” He went on to share that good customer service plays an important role in an organization’s ability to generate income and revenue. Additionally, he said that during his employment at Tourmobile Sightseeing Company, he always thought the good customer service experience could change the entire perception a customer holds toward the company. I am sure he experienced this firsthand, seeing as how he is such a gentle caring soul and would certainly have provided good customer service throughout his career! When asked about his favorite scripture, he happily answered, “Psalm 27:1, The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?” Amen, how true! I can definitely see the influence of his favorite scripture over his life in how he carries himself. Ronnie is active around the church and has many memorable moments, but he revealed that his most cherished and favorite SBC moment is happening right now as he enjoys being Chair of the Men’s Ministry and working with his fellow SBC brothers. It is apparent that they have established a great camaraderie. His work with the Men’s Ministry spills over into the third question I asked. His response to how he could help SBC evolve was a reinforcement of how much he enjoys working with his fellow SBC brothers and an explanation that evolvement describes a development that is taking its time to reach its final destination. His final word on that topic? “We, the brothers of SBC, are on our journey to a great and glorious destination…stay tuned! He’s a funny guy too, but I have to admit, that was well put, Ronnie. I asked him for parting words, anything he would like to share about himself and he offered these words that we can take to the bank: “I don’t like gossip! I love my SBC family and I pray for them

to stay strong in faith and hope they will do the same for me.” I think I can speak for the entire church family when I say, “We’ve got you, Ronnie!” Thanks for giving us such an interesting insight into you!

Deaconess Leslie Spratley Interviewed by: Lita Stallings Deaconess Leslie Spratley is a quiet

soul, but don’t let that fool you – she has a lot going on! I asked her about her passion/skill set and she informed me that she is passionate about making jewelry, crocheting, reading and traveling. I can attest to her being good at making jewelry and other crafts as I’ve seen her work – she’s participated in numerous craft fairs around our region. When asked her favorite scripture, she enthusiastically replied, “Philippians 4:13 KJV, “I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.” And Isaiah 6:1 KJV, “in the year that king Uzziah died I saw also the Lord sitting upon a throne, high and lifted up, and his train filled the temple.” Oh my, how true! Those could be considered her favorite scripture AND her testimony! I can see how she lives these scripture passages in her life. I asked her how she thought she might help SBC evolve and she said she could continue to support her SBC family. Leslie also has a heart for a Support Ministry; an opportunity to provide comfort and positivity to the community, whether it be for loss of job, sickness, loss of loved one, abusive relationship and/or loss of home (resulting in homelessness). She certainly has experience in these things from her position as Chair of the Missionary Ministry and as an active member/Financial Secretary/Treasurer of the Friendship Ministry. These ministries give her the opportunity to assist others share the love of Christ. Leslie did not have anything further that she particularly wanted to share about herself, but I will tell you what I’ve learned over the years about her – she makes delicious banana nut bread and is extremely family-oriented!

Lott Carey 122nd Annual Session

Grand Rapids, Michigan August 11-15, 2019

Trustee Ronnie and Ann Inge traveled along with Pastor Samuel and First Lady Devera Barnhart to Lott Carey in Grand Rapids, Michigan on August 11-15, 2019. We departed by bus from Warner Baptist Church on Sunday, August 11th at approximately 8:30am. There were a total of 23 passengers. At 11:00 am we sang songs of praise and there were several testimonies. Pastor Barnhart prayed and following the prayer he gave his sermon. We had a glorious time praising the Lord! We arrived in Grand Rapids at 9:45pm. On Monday August 12th Trustee Ronnie and Ann and First Lady Barnhart registered to attend a 3-day class titled “How to be a World Class Christian-Becoming Part of God’s Global Kingdom.” Our instructor was Rev. Dr. Mark R. Royster Sr., Senior Pastor of Haw River Baptist Church, Pittsboro, NC. First Lady Barnhart was in a different class with a different instructor. Starting on Tuesday August 13th we were in class each day at 7:30 a.m. Dr. Royster was extremely outstanding in presenting his material. He was very thorough and well organized. His main focus was to open windows to Global Christianity for any person who desires to be a part of God’s Global Kingdom. On the last day of the class Dr. Royster stated that reaching out in what might be risky relationships or volunteering for sacrificial service moves us out of our comfort zone into the arena of dependence on Christ. Like Peter on the water when we step out in faith, JESUS MEETS US THERE!

Lott Carey has been a learning experience for Trustee Ronnie and Ann as we work harder at growing stronger in faith. We look forward to being World Class Christians!

Sister Ann Inge

Phoebe’s Corner Sponsored by The SBC Deaconess Ministry

Trusting and Obeying God

By Edwina Patterson

If you want to develop balance in your life, begin by asking who or what is in control. Do schedules, agendas, sporting events, aerobics, dance lessons, or carpools dominate your time and energy? Do fax machines, email, and cell phones distract you from the true priorities of life? Is your busy pace leaving you overwhelmed and weary?

If personal desires are your driving force, then selfish thoughts dominate. Your life can be a whirlwind of activity that leaves behind nothing of eternal value. If, on the other hand, Jesus Christ is on the throne of your heart, you'll discover balance is possible. A balanced life is a journey of faith and learning to maximize the moment - glorifying the Lord's name in every minute. Start by capitalizing on today. Stop worrying about tomorrow or next month or next year.

Finding balance doesn't necessarily mean clearing your calendar, but it does require careful scrutiny of your activities. Examine each from God's viewpoint. Is it necessary? Does it glorify God's name? Does it distract you from following God's will? The foundation of balance is a heart attitude. Your response to God and His direction is crucial. Make your obedience an offering to the Lord. Choose to lovingly relinquish your "rights" and simply obey. As your life honors and serves God, you'll bring glory to Him.

Abraham's heart surely pounded as he climbed with Isaac to the top of Mount Moriah. He had offered many sacrifices, but this one was different. (See Genesis 22.) God asked him to place on the altar his son, the most precious gift God had given him. God asked

Abraham to trust. In the end, God saw Abraham was completely surrendered to His will and provided a ram to take Isaac's place. Are you willing to trust God completely, even with what is most precious to you? God wants you to offer more than spare time and juggled schedules. He wants to be Lord of everything, including family, meals, laundry, soccer practice, and leisure time. God asks that we love Him enough to trust and obey Him. He is Lord of our past, our present, and our future. When believers invite God to control their lives, they quickly realize nothing surprises Him. No matter how painful the situation you're facing, you can trust God. Don't waste time and opportunities trying to bargain with God because you want to continue doing things your way.

So many things come at us from all sides that it'ss easy to lose focus. Finding balance is a journey of faith we take one step at a time. It helps to remember.

• God created you and He has a special plan for your life (Ps. 139).

• God's plan will not happen on your schedule.

• Everyone goes through times of preparation and learning to walk in faith.

• Seek God above career, relationships, money, and even ministry (Mt. 6:33).

• Don't allow what's insignificant to squeeze out what really matters in your life.

• Stay focused on the Lord in the midst of everyday responsibilities. Acknowledge Him in all your ways because He directs your steps (Pr. 3:6).

Just For Laughs “A cheerful heart is good medicine…”Proverbs 17:22

General McKenzie was in charge of the Navy,

and he was visiting his colleague General Marshall, who was in charge of the Army. McKenzie arrives at the military camp and is greeted by Marshall. They both walk around the place, and McKensie asks: "So how are your men?" "Very well trained, Gral. McKenzie." "I hope so. You see, my men over at the Navy are so well trained, you could see they're the bravest men all over the country." "Well, my men are very brave, too."

"I'd like to see that." So Marshall calls private Cooper and says: "Private Johnson! I want you to stop that tank coming here with your body!" "Are you crazy? It'd kill me, you idiot! I'm out of here!" As private Johnson ran away, Marshall turned to a bewildered McKenzie and said: "You see? You have to be pretty brave to talk like that to a general." ------------------------------------------------------------------------- By the time the sailor pulled into a little town every hotel room was taken. "You've got to have a room somewhere," he pleaded. "Or just a bed, I don't care where." "Well, I do have a double room with one occupant - an Air Force guy," admitted the manager, "and he might be glad to split the cost. But to tell you the truth, he snores so loudly that people in adjoining rooms have complained in the past. I'm not sure it'd be worth it to you." "No problem," the tired Navy man assured him. "I'll take it." The next morning, the sailor came down to breakfast bright-eyed and bushy tailed. "How'd you sleep?" asked the manager. "Never better." The manager was impressed. "No problem with the other guy snoring?" "Nope. I shut him up in no time," said the Navy guy. "How'd you manage that?" asked the manager. "He was already in bed, snoring away, when I came in the room," the sailor explained. "I went over, gave him a kiss on the cheek, and said, 'Goodnight beautiful,' ...and he sat up all night watching me."

Ladies Cuisine Corner

Pumpkin Ginger Bread

Ingredients • 3 cups sugar • 1 cup vegetable oil • 4 eggs • 2/3 cup water • 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree • 2 teaspoons ground ginger • 1 teaspoon ground allspice • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon • 1 teaspoon ground cloves • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour • 2 teaspoons baking soda • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease two 9x5 inch loaf pans.

2. In a large mixing, combine sugar, oil and eggs; beat until smooth. Add water and beat until well blended. Stir in pumpkin, ginger, allspice cinnamon, and clove.

3. In medium bowl, combine flour, soda, salt, and baking powder. Add dry ingredients to pumpkin mixture and blend just until all ingredients are mixed. Divide batter between prepared pans.

4. Bake in preheated oven until toothpick comes out clean, about 1 hour.

Apple Crisp Ingredients

• 10 cups all-purpose apples, peeled, cored and sliced

• 1 cup white sugar • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon • 1/2 cup water • 1 cup quick-cooking oats • 1 cup all-purpose flour • 1 cup packed brown sugar • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda • 1/2 cup butter, melted

Directions 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175

degree C). 2. Place the sliced apples in a 9x13 inch

pan. Mix the white sugar, 1 tablespoon flour and ground cinnamon together, and sprinkle over apples. Pour water evenly over all.

3. Combine the oats, 1 cup flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda and melted butter together. Crumble evenly over the apple mixture.

4. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for about 45 minutes.

Pumpkin Bars Ingredients

• 4 eggs

• 1 2/3 cups white sugar • 1 cup vegetable oil • 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree • 2 cups all-purpose flour • 2 teaspoons baking powder • 1 teaspoon baking soda • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon • 1 teaspoon salt • 1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened • 1/2 cup butter, softened • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract • 2 cups sifted confectioners' sugar

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

2. In a medium bowl, mix the eggs, sugar, oil, and pumpkin with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt. Stir into the pumpkin mixture until thoroughly combined.

3. Spread the batter evenly into an ungreased 10x15 inch jellyroll pan. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes in preheated oven. Cool before frosting.

4. To make the frosting, cream together the cream cheese and butter. Stir in vanilla. Add confectioners' sugar a little at a time, beating until mixture is smooth. Spread evenly on top of the cooled bars. Cut into squares.

Iced Pumpkin Cookies

Ingredients • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour • 1 teaspoon baking powder • 1 teaspoon baking soda • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 1/2 cup butter, softened • 1 1/2 cups white sugar • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree • 1 egg • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract • 2 cups confectioners' sugar • 3 tablespoons milk • 1 tablespoon melted butter

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175 degrees C). Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ground cloves and salt; set aside.

2. In a medium bowl, cream together the ½ cup of butter and white sugar. Add pumpkin, egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla to butter mixture, and beat until creamy. Mix in dry ingredients. Drop on cookie sheet by tablespoonfuls; flatten slightly.

3. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes in a preheated oven. Cool cookies, then drizzle glaze with a fork.

4. To make glaze: Combine confectioner’s sugar, milk, 1 tablespoon melted butter and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Add milk as needed, to achieve a drizzling consistency.

Easy Apple Cinnamon Muffins Ingredients • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour • 3/4 cup white sugar • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 2 teaspoons baking powder • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon • 1/3 cup vegetable oil • 1 egg • 1/3 cup milk • 2 apples - peeled, cored and chopped • 1/2 cup white sugar • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour • 1/2 cup butter, cubed • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Directions 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200

degrees C). Grease six muffin cups or line with paper muffin liners.

2. Stir together 1 1/2 cup flour, 3/4 cup sugar, salt, baking powder and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Mix in oil, egg and milk. Fold in apples. Spoon batter into prepared muffin cups, filling to the top of the cup.

3. In a small bowl, stir together 1/2 cup sugar, 1/3 cup flour, butter and 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon. Mix together with fork and sprinkle over unbaked muffins.

4. Bake in preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of a muffin comes out clean.