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God’s Love Revealed In The Bible The Lee County Ledger, Wednesday, December 11,2019, Page 5B By Charles Harris Pastor, Beattie Road Church of Christ The legendary Frank Sinatra expressed it this way in 1958: “To love and be loved-That’s what life’s all about!” If that’s true of a human relationship, what about when that love comes from the Almighty God of heaven? How deep and breathtaking can you imagine His love would be? There is no way to fully wrap our minds around the enor mity of His love, but think about this. First, God’s love reveals to us the truth about sin. Because He loves us, God unfolded His will for us in the pages of the Bible (2 Timothy 3:16-17). When we transgress or disobey God’s will (Hebrews 2:2), or when we choose to disregard or not follow His will (James 4:17), the Bible says that we sin against God (1 John 3:4). This is a big deal for all of us (Romans 3:23)! Second, God’s love reveals the consequenc es of sin. Is sin really all that bad? The Bible says that sin makes “a sepa ration between you and your God” and causes “His face” to be “hid den” from you (Isaiah 59:2). That’s because God is holy and cannot “behold evil” or “look on wickedness” (Habakkuk 1:13). My sin separates me from God in this life (Ro mans 6:23), and if I don’t do anything to remove it, sin will separate me from God for all eternity (2 Thessalo- nians 1:8-9). This is a very serious matter! So, where is love in all of this? Third, God’s love is revealed in His answer for sin. Since sin is the result of man transgress ing the will of God, it’s amazing that God wants anything to do with us after that. But He does! In His amaz ing grace, God wants all of mankind to be saved from their sins (1 Timothy 2:4). His deep and unfathomable love prompted Him to send “His only begotten Son” to die on the cross (Phi- lippians 2:6-8), so that we can be saved (Ro mans 5:9-10) and spend an eternity with Him in heaven (John 3:16). Think about that! “The wages of sin is death” (Romans 6:23). While Jesus never committed a single sin Himself (He brews 4:15), the Bible says that all of our sins were “laid upon” Him while He died on that cross (Isaiah 53:6). He “bore our sins” (1 Peter 2:24) and died, so that we could be saved! That is an amazing love! Fourth, God’s love is revealed in His cleans ing for sin. In the Bible, blood was used by God as a means by which to atone, cleanse, and for give sins (Exodus 12:1- 13; Leviticus 16:1-22). In the Old Testament, the blood of animals was used to make atonement, but that blood could not “take away sins” (Hebrews 10:4). Only the blood of Jesus Him self, when He offered Himself as the sacrifice in our place (Hebrews 9:11-28), can “wash” us (Revelation 1:5) and “save” us (Hebrews 9:22) from our sins. There is no greater love than that (John 15:13)! It is hard to fathom the depth of His love, which led Him to uncondi tionally and unselfishly sacrifice Himself for us! We do not deserve it! But we should be ever grateful that He has given us an opportunity to be saved from the eternal consequences of our sins and to live with Him forever! The Beattie Road church of Christ meets at 1731 Beattie Rd. t Albany, GA, Our times of services are: Sun- dav-9:30am; 10:30am; 6:00pm, Wednes- dav-7:00pm. If we can assist you in your spiritual journey contact us at 229-435-2193 or 870-500-5535. You can also visit us online at beattieroad.org Obituaries StevenMcKnight Mr. Steven McKnight, 45, of Leesburg, passed away on Wednesday, December 4, 2019, at his home. The family hosted a private memorial gath ering honoring Steven’s life. Steven was born No vember 6, 1974, in Camp Lejeune, NC to the late Albert and Carolyn Ann McKnight. He proudly served our country in the United States Marines in the reserves and active duty. Later, he worked as a Paramedic and at the medical intensive care unit at Phoebe but most recently worked as an IT specialist for Tara Foods. In his free time, he enjoyed fishing and working with computers. Above all, his greatest accomplishment was his three beautiful children. Steven will be greatly missed by all. Left to cherish his memory are his chil dren, Kailyn McKnight of Statesville, NC, Emily McKnight and Logan McKnight both of Mooresville, NC; his siblings, Jennifer Ham- mond(Jake) of Leesburg, Michael McKnight of Leesburg, and Jessie McKnight of Atlanta; and his beloved Aunt Sue Dye of Lee County; and Uncle Michael Dye of Tampa. Condolences and mem ories may be shared at www.josephwjonesfh. com Beulah Mae Arnold Freenie Beulah Mae Arnold Freenie, 84, of Leesburg, Georgia passed away peacefully on Novem ber 26, 2019. She was born on April 5, 1935 to the late Charles and Mattie (Brown) Arnold. She was a sibling to five brothers and four sisters; five preceded her in death (Charles Arnold Jr., Henry Arnold, Irene Willis. Mattie Mae Riv ers and Jake Arnold), She was born and raised in Lee County where she attended pub lic schools. At the age of nineteen, Beulah was united in holy matri mony to the late Bennie West. Later in life, she was married to the late Dock Freenie. Beulah retired from Lee County Textile Manufacturing after many years of service. Beulah was a pillar in the community and residents enjoyed her story telling, culinary and gardening expertise. She was very proud of making a variety of sum mer fruit jellies and was locally famous for her caramel cakes. She was the absolute best planner and negotiator at all-day garage and yard sale ex cursions around Lee and Dougherty Counties. She was “Our 2013 Living Legend” of Leesburg, Georgia. She served her church homes faithfully and was a spiritual mother to many. Beulah leaves a legacy of love and adoration to her six daughters, Diane (Earl) Harrison, Lees burg, GA; Dr. Gwendo lyn West, Miami, FL; Dr. Theresa West and Val erie Wimbush, Albany, Snyder, from page 4B to eat so much at each meal. That is then, but now I indulge myself to such an extent that I am genuinely full. As I thought of this, I remembered what Solomon said. “He that walketh with wise men shall be wise: but a companion of fools shall be destroyed” (Proverbs 13:20). A wise man will walk to the table of the Lord and stuff himself with God’s goodness until he is full and overflowing. That sure is not being foolish. Dr. James L. Snyder is pastor of the Family of God Fellowship, PO Box 831313, Ocala, FL 34483. He lives with the Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage in Silver Springs Shores. Call him at 1-866-552-2543 or e-mail jamessny- der2@att.net. His web site is www.jamessny- derministries.com. GA; Tanya (Troy) Cobb, Acworth, GA and Keisha Whitfield, Gurnee, IL; two sisters, Josephine Lazier and Henrietta Harrison, Miami, FL and two brothers, Willie Arnold, Miami, FL and Johnny (Betty) Arnold, Denton, TX, 11 grand children, 8 great grand children and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Christopher W. Jewell Christopher W. Jewell, 48, of Albany, GA died Sunday, December 1, 2019 at his residence. Graveside funeral ser vices were conducted Friday, December 6, 2019 at Crown Hill Cem etery. Rev. Keith Smith officiated. Born in Annapolis, MD, Mr. Jewell was a graduate of Westover High School and Alba ny Technical College. He was employed with Aultman Motor Com pany until its closing and took a position with Advanced Auto Parts as assistant manager until his health would no lon ger let him work. He was of the Baptist faith and was preceded in death by his Mother, Carolyn Floyd Jewell. Survivors include his father, Luther W. Jewell, Jr., Albany, GA, un cles, Danny Reid Jewell (Susan), Moultrie, GA, Tommy Jewell (Donna), Leesburg, GA, aunts, Debbie Joiner, Albany, GA and Janice Raynor, Wilson, NC. To sign the online reg istry, or to send condo lences to the family, you may visit Mathews’ web site at www.mathewsfu- neralhome.com Delia Rehberg Hires Delia Rehberg Hires, 90, of Cordele, GA, former longtime resident of Leesburg, GA, died Wednesday, December 4, 2019 at Fellowship Home at Cordelia Manor. Fu neral services were held Sunday, December 8, 2019 at Mathews Funeral Home. Rev. Grady Mo rey officiated. Interment followed in Leesburg Cemetery. Mrs. Hires was born in Cairo, GA on Octo ber 10, 1929 to the late William Alvie and Effie Gainey Rehberg. She graduated from Cairo High School and retired from Southern Bell as a Maintenance Technician. Mrs. Hires was married to the late Bowden Hires, Jr. She lived in Albany for twenty three years before moving to Lees burg in 1971. Mrs. Hires was a member of West- view Baptist Church, Albany and a member of the Telephone Pioneers of America. Survivors include her two daughters, Add- ine (Dennis) Harrell of Warwick, GA and Kristi (Ryan) Harris of Kansas City, MO, a sister, Betty Jean Thigpen of Putney, GA, a sister-in-law Doris Rehberg of Tallahassee, FL, three grandchildren, Chris (Gabrielle) Har rell of Woodstock, GA, Stephen (Shea) Harrell of Leesburg, GA and Emily Harris of Kansas City, MO, three great-grand children, James, Addi son and Weston Harrell and a number of nieces and nephews. She was preceeded in death by her parents, one brother, Chesley Rehberg, and two sisters, Elvie Max well and Bernice John son. Those desiring may make contributions to Reflections Hospice, 202 East 4th Ave, Cordele, GA, 31015, Westview Baptist Church, 2509 Homewood Dr, Albany, GA 31707 or the charity of your choice. The family wishes to thank the staff of Fellowship Home and Reflections Hospice for their love and care for their Mother. To sign the online reg istry, or to send condo lences to the family, you may visit Mathews’ web site at www.mathewsfu- neralhome.com. Peggy Joan (Miller) Harrell Peggy Joan (Miller) Harrell, of Leesburg, peacefully passed away on Monday, December 9, 2019 in Leesburg. She was born on May 3, 1940 in Arlington, GA. Peggy was the oldest of three children born to Jimmy and Eliza beth Miller; sister Irma Clark (deceased) and brother Curtis Miller (deceased). She grew up in Arlington and lived there until she married Kenneth “Jack” Harrell of Colquitt, GA on June 22, 1958. Peggy and Jack had five sons, George Ed ward, Robert Stephen (deceased), Tony Russell (wife Carol), Kenneth Floyd Jr, and Jonathan Mark (wife Paige) and four grandchildren, Ken neth Floyd III, Warren Blake, Nikki Juanice, and Jackson Rhett. She and Jack settled in Leesburg after Jack’s 20 plus years of military service. Peggy was employed with the Lee County Board of Education as a school bus driver where she spent 20 plus years. She was the first female school bus driver in the county. She was also on the Board of Family and Children Services for 14 years. Peggy loved being with her children and grand children. She was a huge baseball fan and loved the Braves. Services celebrating her life will be con ducted at 2:30 PM on Saturday, December 14, in the chapel of Joseph W. Jones Funeral Home in Leesburg. The family will visit with friends following the service at the funeral home. Condolences and mem ories may be shared at www.josephwjones.com. Joseph W. Jones Funeral Home of Leesburg was given the honor to serve the Harrell family. CLASSIFIED ADS Local church is hiring for a part- time Food Service Manager. Background food service preferred but not necessary. For serious inquiries, come by and fill out an application Monday— Thursday between 9:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. 135 Main Street, Leesburg. Local church is hiring for a part- time Maintenance Supervisor. Background experience preferred but not necessary. For serious inquiries, come by and fill out an application Monday— Thursday between 9:00 a.m.— 12:00 p.m. 135 Main Street, Leesburg. LCMS EAST & WEST LUNCH MENU Monday, December 16 Philly Beef Steak with Cheese on Bun or Chicken Soft Taco with Cheese Sauce & Salsa, Refried Beans, Seasoned Corn Fruit, Milk Tuesday, December 17 Vegetable Beef Soup. PB&J Sandwich or Pepperoni Pizza, Fresh Garden Salad Breaded Okra, Cookie, Fruit, Milk Wednesday, December 18 Chicken Alfredo or Beef Tenders, Corn Bread Turnip Greens, Sweet Potatoes, Fruit, Milk Thursday, December 19 Chicken Tenders, Dinner Roll or Meatball Sub with Cheese, Scalloped Potatoes Broccoli with Cheese, Fruit, Milk Friday, December 20 Early Release Day Sack Lunch NINTH GRADE CAMPUS & LEE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL LUNCH MENU Monday, December 16 Philly Beef Steak with Cheese on Bun or Chicken Soft Taco with Cheese Sauce & Salsa, Refried Beans, Seasoned Corn Fruit, Milk Tuesday, December 17 Vegetable Beef Soup. PB&J Sandwich or Pepperoni Pizza, Fresh Garden Salad Breaded Okra, Cookie, Fruit, Milk Wednesday, December 18 Chicken Alfredo or Beef Tenders, Corn Bread Turnip Greens, Sweet Potatoes, Fruit, Milk Thursday, December 19 Chicken Tenders, Dinner Roll or Meatball Sub with Cheese, Scalloped Potatoes Broccoli with Cheese, Fruit, Milk Friday, December 20 Early Release Day Sack Lunch
