Troy Ross Came Looking for Barn Wood—and Found a New Beginning
By Mike Sparks Troy Ross: Old Barn Wood and a New Beginning Troy Ross had spent nearly two years trying to obtain wood from a particular old barn. His search […]
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Does God Guide Us Through Circumstances? A Look at Romans 8 and the Lives of Paul, Gideon, Esther and David
Does God Speaks Through Circumstances? I Think So Based on Romans 8:26–35 The apostle Paul had a circumstance. Gideon had a circumstance. Queen Esther had a circumstance. David had a […]
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Mecum’s First Tennessee Auction at Nashville Superspeedway Brings Folks Together After Legislators Clear the Path
Yesterday I had the opportunity to meet and speak with Dave Magers, CEO of Mecum Auctions, as the company brought its inaugural Nashville collector-car auction to Nashville Superspeedway. Magers has […]
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History
History’s torchbearers: Dr. George Smith, Bo Washington, and Frank Caperton—a shared devotion to history and the next generation
By Mike Sparks Dr. George Smith, Bo Washington, and Frank Caperton: A shared devotion to history and the next generation This morning, Pastor Jerry Weeden invited me to say a […]
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How To Do More with Less
WGNS Radio: Sheriff Kenneth Barrett Builds Experienced Leadership Team for Rutherford County
Sheriff Kenneth Barrett Builds Experienced Leadership Team for Rutherford County A new chapter has begun at the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office as Sheriff Kenneth Barrett takes office and assembles a […]
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Health
Inspiration
From Darkness to Sight: Why Dolly Parton and Ronald Reagan Would Be Proud of Dr. Ming Wang
From Darkness to Sight: Dr. Ming Wang’s Journey of Faith, Freedom, and Healing By Mike Sparks I have known Dr. Ming Wang for many years. He has appeared on my […]
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As the Sun Rises, Find Morning Uplift in God’s Word: 11 Verses to Strengthen Your Faith
The Best Time to Read the Bible: 11 Verses to Strengthen Your Faith The Bible offers timeless wisdom, hope, and encouragement for every season of life. Whether we are facing […]
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Leaving a Legacy
Obituaries
From the Badge to the WGNS Microphone: Truman Jones’ 50-Year Commitment to His County
Truman Jones: The Man Who Built the Bridge Between Badge and Community RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN (TennesseeLedger.com) — Former Sheriff Truman Jones, a name that has become inseparable from honest service, […]
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Inspiration
God Speaks to His People: Beyond Distance—Why Perspective Without Action Falls Short
God Speaks to His People: More Than “From a Distance” Scripture: Exodus 3:1–6; 3:11–15; 4:28–31 Bette Midler’s song “From a Distance” offers a reminder that perspective matters. When we step […]
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Inspiration
Where Were You on Sept 11th 2001? Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office to Mark 25th Anniversary of September 11 with Remembrance Ceremony
Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office to Mark 25th Anniversary of September 11 with Remembrance Ceremony By Mike Sparks Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office to Host 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony The Rutherford County Sheriff’s […]