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Freedom and The Law

In the Old Testament, the people of Israel are commanded to follow the law. In the New Testament, we are told that we are no longer under the law and the law no longer applies. I thought we are supposed to follow and obey the Ten Commandments, and we are to obey all God commands. How do we square Old Testament teaching with New Testament teaching?

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The Love Like Lexi Project

Clio Baptist Church Pastor Rick Campbell, along with his wife, Janice, Bobby Campbell, song leader, and the congregation, concerned about the youth of their community and surrounding area, made a commitment to bring the community together, to unite the mission of helping youth by hosting a Faith, Hope & Love Youth Rally at the church Saturday night.

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Celebrates 90th Birthday!

Mrs. Bonnie Hagler of Louisville celebrated her 90th birthday Monday, April 28, taking a trip with her daughters to Eufaula for a day of fun, food and frolic! Turning 90 is a significant milestone! It signifies a major achievement in life, marking a journey of nine decades. “Miss” Bonnie surely had a wonderful time reflecting and celebrating with her girls! She is the mother of four daughters, Donna Williams and Deborah Tew of Eufaula, Pam Williams of Abbeville and Peggy Hagler of Clayton. She also has nine grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and five great great-grandchildren.

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Peanut Brittle Recipe

2 cups sugar 1/4 cup water 3/4 cup Karo light corn syrup 2 cups raw peanuts 2 teaspoons baking soda Grease two cookie sheets with butter and set aside. In a 4-quart saucepan on medium heat, cook sugar, water, Karo and raw peanuts. Stir constantly until mixture becomes a very light caramel color. Remove from heat and continue to stir. Add baking sod and continue stirring until it becomes a true caramel color. Pour brittle onto pans. After a few minutes, begin stretching brittle with your fingers and break into pieces. Lay brittle on wax paper to cool.

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