I came across this story that got me thinking… A mysterious letter A small family, known as the Harts, living in an average suburban community, received an unusual letter from an unknown distant relative. The letter stated that within the next several weeks they were planning to visit and were appreciative (nice way of saying expectant) of their willingness to provide accommodations. There was no contact information, only a black and white photograph with the grainy picture of an old man. You can only imagine their apprehension, confusion and curiosity. The Harts were a young couple, married l ..read more

The Good News provides a monthly column with important content having to do with topics from the legal community. This month features a conversation with Paul Lopez, COO, Tripp Scott. Florida employers, and those of 45 other states and the District of Columbia, have routinely made use of noncompete agreements (noncompetes), non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) and non-solicit agreements (non-solicits) in employee contracts to protect their business interests. These agreements, grouped in Sunshine State statutory law as “restrictive covenants,” have been permitted here with various restraints on ti ..read more

On March 21, 2024, Calvary Christian Academy Fort Lauderdale unveiled its newest building – the Calvary Fieldhouse. During the Grand Opening event, approximately 500 students, parents, staff, donors, and alumni gathered to witness the official ribbon-cutting, praise God for His provision, and tour the completed building, which broke ground in November 2021.  About the Calvary Fieldhouse The two-story, 14,000+ square foot Fieldhouse will elevate the school’s athletic programs and physical education department. Key features include: two collegiate-style locker rooms, an athletic training ro ..read more

During a luncheon at Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale on May 29th, 4KIDS staff and community supporters honored Kevin Enders, CEO and President of 4KIDS, as he transitions out of the leadership role he has held for seven years to return to the technology sector full time. “I close this season awestruck by all that God has done in these last seven years and expectant that the best is yet to come for 4KIDS,” said Enders. “I look forward to continuing to be a part of the future of 4KIDS in a new way by serving on the 4KIDS Board of ..read more

It was 30 years ago this April that God used an ad in the Buffalo News to change our lives. My wife Linda and I saw an ad reading, “House Parents, Wanted” – 1,371 miles away from our home in Buffalo. We sold our house, sold our cars, left comfortable jobs, and took off on a new, half-time life adventure. What really made that ad stand out to us was a verse our pastor had shared a few years prior, James 1:22, “Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.”  We set out ..read more

“If then you count me as a partner, receive him as you would me. But if he has wronged you or owes anything, put that on my account. I, Paul, am writing with my own hand. I will repay—not to mention to you that you owe me even your own self besides. Yes, brother, let me have joy from you in the Lord; refresh my heart in the Lord. Having confidence in your obedience, I write to you, knowing that you will do even more than I say” (Philemon vv. 17-21 NKJV).   The year was 49 BC. The order ..read more

Living Water Christian Academy celebrated the remarkable achievements of three exceptional students, Khloe Deraco, Ava Gunter, and Lucas Torres recently. These bright stars have been nominated and chosen to shine brilliantly at the prestigious Step Up For Students Rising Star Awards Ceremony! Khloe stands out for her incredible growth in reading, Ava’s heart of gold and exemplary character make her dazzle, and Lucas shines with his outstanding prowess in mathematics! Their dedication, hard work, and talent have earned them this well-deserved recognition. Dr. Amanda Torres, Principal, said, “We ..read more

The 32nd Commencement Ceremony at Knox Theological Seminary was held on Friday, May 10, 2024 at Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church in Fort Lauderdale. Highlighting this year’s commencement was guest speaker Rev. Bill Mitchell, CEO of City Lead. Rev. Mitchell spoke powerfully on the importance of cultivating trust as Christian leaders in our time. Friday’s commencement also featured Knox’s largest graduating class of Doctoral students in the history of the school. Knox is proud to be a choice institution that meets the growing needs of professional and practical equipping among ministry leaders fr ..read more

“You must be born again” (John 3:7). Every year graduating high school seniors head off to college in search of a degree that will help open doors of opportunity and pathways of possibility in their chosen field of study. Some pick a particular course of study and pursue it to completion. Others change direction along the way until they find where they fit. But did you know that there is a degree that is available to everyone of any age that transcends what is offered by any college or university? It’s a B.A. from the College of Christ – Born ..read more

With the school bells dismissing kids for summer, the break in normal routine begs the question — how can we, as parents, grandparents, guardians and mentors, use this time strategically to encourage the next generation to engage in healthy spiritual habits in every season?  In OneHope’s Global Youth Culture study, when focusing on data from North America, more than half of surveyed teens said they were Christians, but only 8% displayed traits of engaging in healthy spiritual formation habits, like regularly reading the Bible.  The formative teenage years usher in challengi ..read more