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Announcing the Release of "When You're in the Sunset, There's Sunshine Awaiting You," by Jennifer Joy CampbellWritten by Staff on July 8, 2019 – 7:10 am -
MCALPIN, Florida (July 2019) – Public school teacher, singer/songwriter, and host of the Be Encouraged webcast, Jennifer Joy Campbell, is excited to announce the publication of her very first book, When You're in the Sunset, There's Sunshine Awaiting You.
In this uplifting autobiography, Campbell writes from her heart, sharing childhood memories, life-threatening physical challenges, and the story behind her song, "There's Sunshine Awaiting You." The pages of this book contain motivational stories, detailing experiences in her dad's recording studio, trips to an orphanage in Central America, and even the time her family hosted a Russian general. Having traveled to over fifty countries, she takes readers on a journey to foreign lands. From lighthearted moments spent with her loving family to the deepest, darkest valleys of her life, the stories within this book are sure to encourage and inspire.
"To know Jennifer is to love her. She inspires me to become a better witness for the Lord. This honest, pure, heartfelt book is filled with wonderful stories and testimonies. It truly reveals Jennifer's sincere passion to be the hands and feet of Jesus Christ. She is a bright light in this world!" Karen Peck Gooch, Karen Peck & New River
"Jennifer has fully exposed her love for God, and her desire to spread the Gospel to every land. This book will certainly ignite a fresh love for God in you by sharing that love with all people." Terry Williams, Priority Worship; Director, Florida Worship Choir & Orchestra
When You're in the Sunset, There's Sunshine Awaiting You is now available on Amazon in paperback and eBook editions. A free sample excerpt and a free mp3 download of Campbell's song, "There's Sunshine Awaiting You," is also available at www.jennifercampbell.net/sunshine.
More about Jennifer Joy Campbell:
Campbell was born and raised in the Sunshine State of Florida, where she and her father, Ken, share a home on their small family farm with their orange and white tabby cat, Morris. She is a talented writer, speaker, web designer, middle school educator, and host of the Be Encouraged webcast, viewed each week by thousands of people representing all parts of the globe.
Campbell is also a regular contributor to SGNScoops Magazine.
Read the June SGNScoops Magazine Online HERE
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The Freemans: Gospel roots run deepWritten by Staff on June 27, 2019 – 1:48 pm -
More than thirty years ago, Chris and Darrell Freeman began the family musical legacy known as the Freemans. Their name is synonymous with gospel music. The Freemans have recorded 25 albums and garnered seven number one songs, and the foundation of their success has been the blessing of close-knit family ties paired with a passion for music that glorifies the name of the Lord Jesus Christ.
Having been influenced by the very roots of gospel music at the young age of 10 years old, Chris Freeman said her earliest memories of gospel music stem from hearing gospel music legends like Andraé Crouch and the Disciples, the Speers, the Happy Goodmans, and the Oak Ridge Boys. Yet the biggest musical influence on her life would be none other than her dad. "My dad was a pastor and a preacher. In fact, he also sang. He made his kids practice. We hated practicing. I don't regret it now, but I hated it then. But he's probably been my greatest influence," said Chris.
Although her dad pastored a church and was also a singer when she was a young girl, Chris always felt down deep in her heart that there was more out there in the way of ministry. She auditioned more than once for positions singing gospel music, but rejection sent her home from Nashville, and back to California. Still, she now sees how God's hand was working in her life all along, even from the very beginning.
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What Does Easter Mean to You?Written by Staff on April 19, 2019 – 5:22 pm -
What Does Easter Mean to You
By Jennifer Campbell
This Sunday, millions of people will celebrate a holiday known as Easter. There are nearly as many Easter traditions around the world as there are candy-filled plastic eggs. But with all of the popularity surrounding this annual celebration, I have but one question to ask. What does Easter mean to you?
Many people enjoy participating in egg extravaganzas, ranging from simple Easter egg hunts to elaborate egg drops. Others savor the opportunity to shop for a new spring outfit, hoping to receive a lot of compliments on Easter Sunday. Of course, there are also individuals whose take on Easter is strictly ruled by their taste buds, considering the colorful hard-boiled eggs, baskets filled with chocolate, and special dinner menus at many restaurants. Unfortunately, some people even look forward to Easter because it is one of the two times a year they actually attend church services.
From greeting cards to holiday decorations, Easter has sadly become an overly commercialized holiday much like Christmas. Although the fanfare may seem innocent, it often overshadows the true reason for the holiday. This weekend is a time to reflect on the gift God gave to all mankind. He gave His only Son. Instead of looking at the Easter bunny, our focus should be on Jesus Christ.
Ultimately, the name Easter has pagan roots, coming from the name Ishtar. Some traditions, such as the Easter egg, symbolize fertility, paying homage to this ancient goddess of fertility. Personally, I like to refer to this special day as Resurrection Sunday instead of Easter. Why? Because I do not honor a pagan goddess, I serve the one true living God. He is the only One who has the power to create, to heal, or to save.
Resurrection Sunday is a day to worship God and thank Him for the gift of salvation. John 3:16 (NIV) says, "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." God gave His Son to die for us because He loved us. The love God has for us is greater than any love on the face of the earth. God's Word says we have all sinned and fall short of God's glorious standard (Rom. 3:23). Yet, God gave His only Son to die for the forgiveness of our sins, knowing that many would still reject this most wondrous act of love.
On Good Friday, we remember the sacrifice Jesus made on Calvary. Our Lord was beaten until He was almost unrecognizable. He was spit upon and mocked. A crown of thorns was pressed into His skull. Nails were driven into His hands and His feet. A spear was thrust into His side. As He hung on the cross, He cried out, "'My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?'" (Matt. 27:46). He could have called thousands of angels, but He stayed on the cross so you and I could receive redemption.
You may be wondering why Jesus obeyed His Father, enduring such agony on the cross. Jesus did not give His life to gain fame and fortune. He was not striving to garner notoriety among the people of His day. He gave His life because of love (I John 3:16). His sacrifice was rare. Christ died for people who didn't even love Him in return. Romans 5:8 (NIV) says, "But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us." As the Bible mentions, some people might be willing to give their life for a good man, but most people would not be willing to sacrifice their life for an evil person. Yet that is exactly what God did for us.
Of course, the story doesn't end there. As Jesus' body was taken down from the cross, He was placed in a borrowed tomb. Three days later, Jesus rose up from the grave. He conquered death forevermore. Right this moment, He is sitting at the right hand of His Father, in Heaven, interceding on our behalf. Romans 8:34 (NIV) says, "Christ Jesus who died—more than that, who was raised to life—is at the right hand of God and is also interceding for us." Jesus loves us so much that He acts as a mediator on our behalf, pleading for us that we should not perish, but accept the gift of eternal life.
One day very soon, Jesus Christ will return to this earth. But when He comes back to earth, He is not coming back to be rejected and spit upon. Instead, He will return as King of kings and Lord of lords, to take His children home to be with Him for all eternity.
Have you made preparations for Christ's return? If you confess your sins and put your trust in Jesus Christ, then you can receive the priceless gift of salvation that only comes from knowing Jesus as your Lord and Savior. Jesus said, "'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one can come to the Father except through me.'" (John 14:6 NLT). When it is all said and done, a relationship with Christ is the only thing that can provide true redemption and lasting hope. For hope is not found in a bunny, an egg, or even a church service. Eternal hope is only found through Jesus Christ.
By Jennifer Campbell
Jennifer Campbell is a regular contributor to SGNScoops Magazine.
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The Diplomats: Singing for the SaviorWritten by Staff on May 28, 2015 – 2:25 pm -
By Jennifer Campbell
Hailing from the southern town of Carrollton, Georgia, the Diplomats Quartet has been sharing the love of Jesus Christ through song for over 30 years. Jimmy Pearson, leader of the group, has literally grown up with music running through his veins. His first memory of Southern Gospel music was when he was four years old, hearing this Heaven-sent music at church. Jimmy's wife Rita Pearson says her first recollection of hearing this music genre was at the Atlanta All Night Sing at the Atlanta City Auditorium. As you will see, The Diplomats know the value of faith and family. Their heartfelt passion for ministry is crystal clear, coming across through every note they sing and every word they speak. The Diplomats Quartet sings for the Savior.
Jimmy says that his greatest life achievement so far is to have been able to stay in the ministry for 51 years. Additionally, he and Rita both agree that being compared to the Happy Goodman Family, a ministry that reached a large number of people, is a distinct honor. When Rita sings, "God Walks the Dark Hills" in her powerful alto voice, it is easy to see why this family group has often been compared to the Happy Goodman Family. Corey Pearson says it's a great honor, but they also have their own special sound. Joe Brown agrees that their influences come from a variety of musical sources. Whether they are singing a Goodman classic or a Diplomats original, they hope to continue serving the Lord and spreading the Gospel through their music ministry for as long as God will allow.
Even though the other members of the group are not blood related, Jimmy says he especially loves the fellowship with the group members. Rita notes the group is like one big family and she enjoys the fellowship on the bus. Along with Jimmy, Rita and their son Corey, vocalist and bandleader for the group, they are joined by bass singer Joe Brown, drummer Zach Flowers, and Jordan Hamby, who plays the guitar, mandolin, and banjo. Corey says he loves making music and being with great friends.
Everyone has role models and mentors who influence them in some way. Rita says her biggest influence musically was her mom. For Jimmy, Les Beasley has been one of his greatest influencers. Their son Corey has been around Gospel music all of his life, thanks to the influence of his parents and many other Gospel greats. He remembers, "The Florida Boys would come to our house before a concert and Les Beasley treated me like a grand kid. He always took time with me as a kid." His parents encouraged Corey's love of music. He says, "Somehow they always found a way to buy me whatever instrument I wanted to learn how to play." These influences on his life have definitely left a lasting impression considering this is his 27th year of ministry. Joe is also a veteran of Gospel Music, with 17 years of ministry under his belt. Like Corey, Joe and Jordan both were influenced by their parents.
Although Jimmy has the opportunity to travel with his immediate family, he notes that ministry is a 24/7 job. "I try to take advantage of every opportunity I can spend with family," he says. Rita agrees that she also likes to make the most of the time spent at home with family and friends.
Corey could not do what he does if it was not for the support from home. He says, "My wife Heather and I have been married for 16 years now and we have a precious girl named Audree. She is seven years old now. Her mom and I were able to lead her to the Lord last year. Heather is an amazing, strong woman."
Joe has been traveling with the group for nine years. He said his greatest achievement is his family. "I have been married for 38 years to my beautiful wife Debbie. We have three girls, Jamie, Jennifer and Jessica. I have six grandkids, four boys and two girls. They all understand my ministry and the amount of time it requires. We all make a special effort to enjoy the time spent at home."
Zach's first memory of Southern Gospel music is listening to Charles Johnson and the Revivers on the way to preschool every morning. His dad Stan and mom Sherry ensured that he and his sister Leah Flowers Brown grew up in a loving supportive home. He started playing the drums before his feet would even reach the pedals. When he is not in his hometown of Villa Rica, Georgia, he plays drums on stage with the Diplomats and even sings a song or two.
Jordan lives in Helenwood, Tennessee. He started traveling on the road with his family, The Singing Hambys, when he was only six days old. The first concert of any kind he can remember was seeing Gold City when he was approximately seven years old. Jordan traveled with the bluegrass group, Lakeside Quartet, before he felt called to travel with the Diplomats. He began playing the guitar when he was 14 years old. Even at his young age, his experience shows. Above all, his heart for Christ is evident in everything he does.
When families travel together on the road the majority of the time, there are bound to be humorous moments. Jimmy comments that the funniest thing he has ever done is pulling up to and setting up inside the wrong church. If you want to see some of the funny moments that occur throughout their travels, check out their comedy show named "On the Bus with Gus," available on the Diplomats' Facebook page.
While the Diplomats have had their share of joys and successes, they have also endured many trials. Rita thanks the Lord for His hand upon her as she went through cancer and chemo treatments. Joe has spent time at the hospital bedside of a loved one. But through it all, they all trust in the blessed assurance that we have in Jesus Christ. The Diplomats know that God is faithful and He will always be forever close, watching over them through the good times and the difficult moments as well. They know that God will work all things together for His good. As one of their songs says, there's a "Blessing Somewhere in This Trial."
Jimmy says he would impart the following wisdom for anyone who is just starting out in the Gospel Music industry: "Always remember Whom you are singing for and that this is a ministry before anything else." Rita added to his advice by reminding young artists to never give up. She says, "Trust in the Lord to lead your path." Joe kept the pearls of wisdom coming by saying, "Learn your craft from the best examples you can find." Even at his young age, Zach summed up this advice quite well by stating, "Be persistent and let Jesus be seen through your life."
Rita said that her greatest life achievement so far was singing at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, Tennessee. Jordan said he is most proud of getting to the point where he's able to play music full time. For Corey, he believes seeing people come to know Jesus as Lord and being blessed by a song is at the top of the list of his life achievements. Zach said the best part of traveling and singing is seeing souls saved and people's lives changed. Showing the like-mindedness of the group, Jordan stated, "The best part of traveling and singing with the Diplomats is being a part of a ministry and seeing people give their lives to the Lord."
When you look at a group like the Diplomats, you know that Southern Gospel music is in good hands. They stay true to the traditional roots of Southern Gospel music, while putting their own spin on the classics. Their love for music and for Jesus Christ shines forth in all they do. Sit down with any of the Diplomats and you will quickly realize that they are singing for the Savior.
At the very heart of their ministry is a love for the One who loves each and every one of us unconditionally. What better way to minister to others than to share the greatest love in the world through the greatest music in the world. That is why Southern Gospel Music exists: to glorify the name of Jesus Christ, the King of Kings and Lord of Lords. The Diplomats Quartet does this in a way that most assuredly makes the Lord look down and say, "Well done, my good and faithful servants." Visit the Diplomats Quartet website: www.diplomatsqt.com
Written by Jennifer Campbell
First published by SGN Scoops digital magazine in April 2015. For current issues of SGN Scoops, click onto the SGN Scoops mainpage.
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Saturday SGN Scoops Prayer Focus: Pray ContinuallyWritten by Staff on May 9, 2015 – 1:27 pm -
On this last day of our week of Prayer focus, we take another look at what it means to pray continually. We hope that your prayer life has been energized with these comments from our friends. Perhaps you have decided to add a little more prayer time to your daily schedule. Any time spent in communication with your loved one will strengthen your relationship, and it is the same with the Lord! Talk to Him right now!
Verse for Today: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 [NKJ] "Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you."
We hope you enjoy this devotional by Jennifer Campbell, singer, author and writer for SGN Scoops.
Pray Continually – By Jennifer Campbell
"God is great. God is good. Let us thank Him for our food…" As a child, I have fond memories of reciting this mealtime prayer with my Grandparents. I am so thankful that I had parents and grandparents who always prayed over our meals and parents who always prayed with me before I went to bed. Even to this day, my dad and I thank God for the delicious food that He provides and we pray together before we turn in for the evening. But as an adult, I have found that prayer is an even greater necessity than ever before.
Some days, prayer is the only thing that gets me through challenging circumstances or life's tragic disappointments. Whether I am having an awesome day or a not-so-perfect day, I have come to realize that each day only gets better the more I pray. Because the more I talk to Jesus, the more my mind is focused on things above as opposed to things on this earth. The Bible says to set our sights on Heavenly things. When I pray, my mind is fixed on Jesus, our Lord and Savior. When I am not praying, my mind is scattered among the many tasks that must be completed each day. This is the reason why we need to not only pray before we sit down to eat, or before we go to bed at night, but throughout every minute of every day. I want to challenge you today to make it a daily priority to pray continually!
Paul gives sound advice when he writes to the church at Thessalonica. He writes, "Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus" (I Thessalonians 5:16-18 NIV). Paul doesn't say that we should pray once in a while. He doesn't say we should pray when we get up or before we go to bed. He says that we should pray continually. Once again, he writes, "Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful" (Colossians 4:2 NIV). Paul is encouraging us to pray throughout our day, without stopping.
If you're like me, your mind is suddenly aflutter with all of the things you have to get done. You're thinking, how in the world can I possibly pray continually if I have to go to work, make dinner, wash the dishes, do the laundry, take your son or daughter to soccer practice, visit someone in the hospital, make cookies for your child's class party tomorrow, take the cat to the vet, and shop for groceries. Not to mention the dentist appointment you forgot to reschedule because of the conflict with your other appointment to have your tires balanced and rotated on your new car, compounded by the fact that you desperately needed a haircut over a month ago. Needless to say, life is hectic and schedules are inevitably going to be busy.
Nonetheless, we can still pray continually. While it is wonderful to have time to kneel at the altar at church and cry out to God, or to spend time alone with God at home, we can still talk to Him throughout our day. I often find myself praying while washing dishes, driving down the road, or taking a shower. That's the beauty of prayer. There is no set way to pray. Jesus gives us the Lord's Prayer as a guideline, but we can talk to Him just like we would talk to our best friend. You know why? Because Jesus Christ is the best friend you will ever have. He loves you with a love that is unchanging, unconditional, and everlasting. He wants to hear your voice, whether you are asking Him to intervene in a particular situation or if you are praising Him for the good things He has done in your life. He longs to hear from you.
I want to introduce you to a man named Epaphras. Paul vouched for Epaphras, saying that he was a hard worker. But the most important thing Paul said about this man is that he knew how to pray. He writes, "Epaphras, who is one of you and a servant of Christ Jesus, sends greetings. He is always wrestling in prayer for you, that you may stand firm in all the will of God, mature and fully assured" (Colossians 4:12 NIV). Epaphras didn't just pray. He wrestled in prayer. And he didn't just do it whenever it struck his fancy. He did it always. Epaphras knew the value in praying continually and he was faithful in prayer, despite his busy work schedule and in spite of those who may have persecuted him for the time he spent in prayer. Why? Because he knew that prayer was the key to living a life in God's perfect and divine will. Epaphras knew that the only way to be truly happy and content with his life was to be in tune with what God had called him to do.
What about you? Is there something in your life that is preventing you from praying continually? Perhaps you are facing a difficult time in your life with the loss of a loved one, a diagnosis of cancer in your family, or a son or daughter who has gone astray. I want to encourage you today. Jesus cares about you. Tell Him all of your cares. Pour out to Him all of your fears. Jesus told His disciples that they should always pray and never give up (Luke 18:1 NIV). He is telling you the same thing today. Do not give up. No matter what is going on in your life, there is hope in Christ. Take hold of Jesus' hand and never let go. Talk to Him today, whether out loud or silently. Every day will seem brighter if you give your burdens to Jesus. So be sure to cast your worries aside, talk to Jesus daily, and stand amazed as He transforms your life! From sunrise to sunset, don't let a minute slip by without praying continually!
For more by Jennifer Campbell, read the latest issue of SGN Scoops on the main website HERE.
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After-Christmas SalesWritten by Staff on December 23, 2014 – 1:17 pm -
By Jennifer Campbell
If you're like me, your e-mail inbox is likely already inundated with an endless flood of after-Christmas sales. Take 50% off of this pair of shoes or save $20 on that new smartphone. Millions of people celebrate Christmas and many of them open gifts on Christmas morning. Yet, the moment after we receive these gifts especially chosen for us by our loved ones, we often rush out to get the latest and greatest items we can afford. While I certainly enjoy shopping, I do find it disappointing that Christmas has become so commercialized. Since when has a holiday meant to celebrate the birthday of a King turned into a holiday filled with questions of "what did you get?" Why should we focus on what we received instead of realizing the overwhelming need to give to others? Giving goes beyond a present tied with a fancy little bow, tucked beneath the tree. We can give love, joy, happiness, and so much more. The very heart of Christmas has nothing to do with something purchased at a store. The very heart of Christmas centers on the One I'm living for, Jesus Christ.
Christmas is my absolute favorite holiday. I love every part of this glorious holiday, from the cookies that tame my sweet tooth to the trees that are so beautifully adorned. I also like the fact that I can walk into a store, be greeted with Christmas music and receive a friendly, "Merry Christmas!" from the store clerk. But the greatest part of Christmas is not the twinkling lights or the neatly wrapped gifts under the tree. It's not even the time I am able to spend in New York City with my dad. Without question, the most impressive aspect of this holiday season is the fact that God sent His Son to be born in a manger. This gift didn't need to be wrapped or sent via UPS. It was a gift filled with love. It was the gift of eternal life.
When God thought about what to give us for Christmas, He didn't send us the latest technological gadget or fashion forward outfit for Christmas. Instead, He sent us a gift that had eternal value. God gave us the best Christmas gift ever: Jesus Christ, the Lord of Lords and King of Kings. He knew that we didn't need another pair of socks in our drawer or another dust catcher on our shelf. And while this gift had the greatest price tag of all, His Son's life, this gift was freely given to the world. God has granted eternal life through His Son, Jesus Christ, to all who confess their sins and believe. This gift is offered not just on Christmas, but 365 days a year. A relationship with Jesus Christ will change your life. I encourage you to put your trust in Jesus Christ today. For tomorrow may be too late.
Just like those limited-time, after-Christmas bargains, our lives will not last forever. James 4:14 clearly states, "Why, you do not even know what will happen tomorrow. What is your life? You are a mist that appears for a little while and then vanishes." (James 4:14 NIV) Life is the greatest gift that we have ever been given. We need to use each and every moment to our best ability, ensuring that we do not waste even one millisecond of it. Having lost many people close to me, including my mom, I can tell you that life truly is a vapor that only remains for a short time. We have no guarantee of tomorrow. So embrace today. Don't worry about whether or not that new gadget needs new batteries. And that sweater that's too big can be exchanged another day. Instead, spend time with your family and friends, not knowing how many more dinners you'll enjoy together or how many more meaningful conversations you'll have.
Cherish each moment you have with your loved ones, especially in the New Year. Give them something more than a gift, wrapped in a box or bag. Give them more than a once-a-year present at Christmastime. Give them time with you, give them a listening ear, and give them the one thing we all need: love. Even on that first Christmas night, God Himself knew that we needed love. God knew what the world needed most of all. He knew that we needed a gift that would carry us through every day of the year, not just in the month of December. And despite the commercialization of Christmas, not one single thing has changed. We still need unconditional love. We still need a Savior. We still need Jesus Christ.
By Jennifer Campbell
For more articles by Jennifer Campbell and other monthly SGN Scoops columnists, read the latest SGN Scoops digital magazine found at http://www.sgnscoops.com
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November 2014 SGNScoops MagazineWritten by SGN Scoops Staff on November 15, 2014 – 7:14 am -
It's November and we are thrilled to present the latest edition of SGNScoops for you to read and enjoy. Creekside Gospel Music Convention was a blast and we have lots of pictorial coverage in these pages, as well as on the fabulous front cover. Inside we have an update on the event with a list of the Diamond Award winners and so much more. We say an extra thank you to all of those who went above and beyond to help make Creekside the best ever. If we were to make a list, we might leave someone out, so to each and every one of you: we are so grateful to have you as part of our team.
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Peace Beyond Our UnderstandingWritten by Staff on August 29, 2014 – 12:31 pm -
Have you ever experienced something in life that tried to rob you of your peace? There are minor instances where our peace is suppressed only momentarily, such as when we have a flat tire on the way to work. Sometimes in life, though, we endure hardships that seem too difficult to bear. I know firsthand what the latter feels like. Six years ago, on August 2, 2008, my mom went to be with the Lord.
That night, my world was shattered. But even in the midst of the most horrific night of my life, Jesus Christ wrapped His loving arms around me and my dad. Although our human eyes saw what looked like a devastating storm raging in our lives, He showered our hearts and minds with peace beyond our understanding.
All of my life, I have read Philippians chapter four and it is still one of my favorite passages of scripture. But it wasn't until I went through the tragedy of losing my mom that I truly began to understand the meaning of verse 7. Here is the verse in context: "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus" (Philippians 4:6-7 NIV). The Apostle Paul tells us that we should not be anxious. That means we should not worry about anything. Instead, he tells us to pray in every situation.
You might be thinking, how could I possibly pray when I am upset, stressed, or grieving? I know, it sounds nearly impossible. But I can tell you that a life with constant anxiety is much more difficult than a life with prayer at the center. That night, as we called loved ones to give them the devastating news, Psalm 121:1-2 ran through my mind repeatedly. It says, "I lift up my eyes to the mountains—where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth." I looked up at the silhouette of the mountains under the moonlit sky and prayed that God would give us strength in the coming hours, days, months, and years.
You see, even as I stood outside our camper with a broken heart, I knew that Jesus Christ was not only standing beside us, but He was holding our hands, to keep us from falling. He is the Prince of Peace. Although the circumstances were anything but peaceful, Jesus brought peace to our troubled hearts. My dad and I sat beside my mom and sang, "Living by Faith." Our faith was the only thing that kept us going in that heartbreaking moment. We prayed that God would send the Comforter to us. Through our faith in God, we were showered with the peace that Paul wrote about. We had peace in a situation where it doesn't even seem to belong, according to our human perspective. This kind of peace is a peace that exceeds all understanding.
One day my parents and I were enjoying a family vacation in the mountains and the next day, my dad and I were going to the local funeral home. My dad and I were exhausted, physically, mentally, and emotionally. But we still had peace. It wasn't the peace like one feels while lying in the sun at the beach or listening to the raindrops go pitter patter on a metal roof. This was the kind of Heavenly peace that I cannot understand nor fully explain. Inexplicable peace that comes from Heaven above when the current circumstances seem like peace should not be found. That is the kind of peace Paul writes about and the kind of peace that we experienced that night.
Six years later, I still miss my mom daily. But my dad and I have found a new normal and a new purpose. The same God who gave us peace in the midst of a tumultuous storm six years ago is the same God who gives us peace now, whether we are on the mountain top or in the valley. Life without my mom is not easy, especially on days like her birthday, Mother's Day, or on August 2nd. But our lives are made glorious by the peace and joy that comes from knowing Jesus Christ! He is the reason we live, the reason we laugh, and the reason we love! I thank Him every day for His countless blessings and His peace that passes all understanding.
I want to encourage you today. Whatever it is you are going through put your unwavering trust in Jesus Christ. He will never fail you. The peace that comes from knowing Jesus Christ as your personal Savior is unlike any other you will ever encounter on this earth. With Jesus Christ living in your heart, you will experience a truly abundant life. Through the good times and the bad times, He will guard your heart with peace like no other. He will fill your heart with joy unspeakable! You will be able to face each and every day with the calm assurance that God will give you peace beyond your understanding!
Jennifer Campbell writes monthly features for SGN Scoops digital magazine.
For more devotionals as well as artist features, see the latest edition of SGN Scoops digital magazine at http://www.sgnscoops.com/
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The Whisnants: All Is WellWritten by SGN Scoops Staff on July 15, 2014 – 9:03 am -
Forty three years ago, God sought out a few individuals from Morganton, North Carolina for a special purpose. He knew they had a heart to minister to others. He knew they would tell others about Jesus. He knew they were up to the task, despite the long drives, the sleepless nights, and the struggles along the way. For more than four decades, these individuals have stayed true to the calling that God has placed on their lives. Through every bump in the road, The Whisnants know that God is in control and they can say with confidence, all is well.
Jeff Whisnant is the only original member of the group. As owner and manager for the group, Jeff sings baritone and runs sound on stage. He said, "We placed our ministry in God's hands 43 years ago and have watched Him do miraculous things. There is no doubt in my mind that God has His hand on this ministry."
Jeff's parents influenced his decision to enter into the Southern Gospel Music industry, along with Eldridge Fox, former owner of the Kingsmen. Jeff's wife, Susan says herdad is the one whom she says has been the greatest musical influence on her life. She said he taught her to love to sing. In fact, she sang with her dad up until she met Jeff. She fell in love with this genre of music when the Singing Americans came to her church years ago. She said the Nelons also inspired her, including songs such as "Oh, For a Thousand Tongues" and "Come Morning." Susan stated, "That's when I fell in love with Southern Gospel Music."
Susan continued to say, her greatest life achievement so far has been raising their sons, Austin and Ethan.
"Being a mother is the greatest gift God ever gave me," Susan said. "I'd do it again. I've got two of the finest boys that I could ever pray for. And I love my mom. My mom is probably is my best friend. Being able to be a mom and watch these boys grow and become men of God is one of the most incredible things I've ever been able to do. On this Mother's Day, I'm thankful for being able to be their mom and being able to be an example for them."
When asked how she balances time between family and ministry, Susan said it was about the same. "The boys love being home," Susan said. "When they were little, we'd just say that home is wherever mom and dad is, and if it's on the bus, then that's home, and if we're in Morganton, that's home. Wherever we are is where home is. It's tough balancing it out sometimes. I missed my grandfather's funeral about two months ago. That was tough, because we were booked. I was going to cancel and my dad said, absolutely not. You go do what you've got to do. It's tough to balance, but at the same time, I could not imagine not doing it with my family. That has been a blessing."
For the Whisnants, the best part of traveling on the road together is just that: being together. Susan said her favorite part of singing with the Whisnants is being with her family.
"We watch movies together and just spend time together," Susan said. "I love it. We eat together. We do it all. I love it all. That's the best part, just being with my family. I couldn't do it if I had to dread getting on that bus, and I'm thankful I don't dread it."
Jeff added, "The Southern Gospel life is not an easy life, but it is an extremely rewarding life. As for traveling and singing, I am having the time of my life. Getting to travel with our family and the guys who work with us, I consider myself a VERY blessed man."
Jeff and Susan will celebrate their 26th wedding anniversary on May 28. Their relationship with each other is evidence that they each have a relationship with Jesus Christ.
The Whisnants have had 13 number one songs, several Top 40 songs, and Singing News Song of the Year titles, including their latest nomination in 2013 for "All Is Well." They have been nominated for Trio of the Year nine times and have received multiple individual nominations. Their list of appearances is extensive, including 18 appearances at the annual National Quartet Convention, as well as appearances on the Gospel Music Southern Style Program (INSP Network) and at the Gaither Video Taping in Nashville in 2007. By earthly standards, they have achieved success in this industry. But the greatest success is the fact that none of this matters to them.
"We've always said if we never had a charting song, if the radio never played our music, or if we never sang at a big venue, we would still sing, because that is what God has called us to do," Susan commented. "Even if we were working full time jobs and singing on the weekends, we would do it because we love it that much. Back in 1988, we were interviewed and that was the one thing we said is that we want to be consistent and stay within the calling, being content with where we are."
Susan also gives the following advice to young artists just starting out: "Stay within your calling. There are a lot of people that want to sing, but they can't. If God's called you to do it, He's going to make a way. If that means singing in your church or wherever, stay within your calling. To a young group that is starting out, be consistent. Be content with where you are. Pray diligently that God will open the doors."
Having traveled with the group most of his life, Austin Whisnant is no stranger to life on the road. In 2009, he felt called to step onto the stage with his family as the group's bass player. At the young age of 19 years old, he loves traveling with his family. He gives the following advice to young artists just starting out: "Make sure you like traveling on a bus!"
Jeff and Susan's youngest song, Ethan, is 16 years old. He says that he is destined to be a gospel singer as he gets older.
Austin and Ethan are currently working on a new project and there are plans for a new Christmas project by the group, which is tentatively scheduled to be released before the National Quartet Convention.
The final member of the group has been singing lead with the Whisnants since 2001. Aaron Hise was saved at the young age of six years old. He says the best part of traveling with the group is seeing the country, being on the bus with people he loves, eating different foods, and seeing people encouraged by their music and hopefully coming to know the Lord.
In 10 years, Susan said she hopes to be doing the same thing she is doing now. She added, "Austin would be 30, so hopefully he is going to be married and maybe have a kid, maybe I'll be a grandparent. But I want to be doing the same thing I'm doing and loving every minute of it!"
The group sees a lot of things in their travels, but two things rank as the funniest incidents thus far. Susan said a woman came to them, asking for pray for her feet because they were hurting. They looked down and the woman had her shoes on the wrong feet. Susan recalls another humorous encounter: "Another lady asked us if she could pray for our hearing because we all, she thought, wear hearing aids, but we all wear ear monitors. She was praying that God would touch our hearing. That was pretty funny."
So many wonderful songs have been written, but Susan would like to write a song titled, "Where Your Treasure Is, There Will Your Heart Be Also." She said, "I wish I could write a song about that. I've always thought, there are so many people, their treasure is in the wrong place and if they only knew that that is where their heart is, there's no denying it. It's just simple, where your treasure is, there will your heart be. And if our treasure is in the Lord, I want my heart to be there. I want to live daily like it's my last day. Jesus is my hope, my salvation, my whole world."
Susan's favorite scripture is Psalm 28:7: "The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and he helps me. My heart leaps for joy, and with my song I praise him." She commented, "I think I've always loved that scripture."
During the interview, I asked Susan what she would say to God if she could talk to him face to face. She said she would thank Him for loving her unconditionally. She added, "I would thank Him for dying for me. If I'd have been the only one, He would still have loved me that much. And I want to thank Him for that. Also, I was thinking about this yesterday: 'Delight yourself in the Lord and He will give you the desires of your heart'. I really want to thank Him for doing that for me, because every desire I've ever had. I've tried to delight in Him and He has proven His word is true. It may not always be what I want, but He's given me the desires of my heart and I want to thank Him for that. Thank Him for my family, my parents, and my upbringing. For every aspect of my life, I want to thank Him. So if I could talk to Him face to face, I would thank Him for every blessing and every detail of my life."
The Whisnants would like to invite everyone to join them at the Gatlinburg Gathering in Tennessee this July. Mark your calendars now for the National Quartet Convention in Pigeon Forge for the first time this fall, and of course, don't miss Singing in the Sun in April 2015.
"We were recently part of an entire week of Singing In the Sun in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina," stated Jeff. "Eight-three people were saved. There is no way to put a price on that type of reward. Every once in a while God just blesses in such a way that there is no explanation except to say, that's God. Those times keep us going."
It is in the difficult times of our lives that we need to remember that all is well. Susan said, "The song 'All is Well' is something I've had to come to grips with the fact that I want to say that. I want to try and fix everything, so when I can't fix it, I get frustrated. I don't care what problem it is or whose problem it is, I want to try to fix it. To stand and be able to say, even if the world's crashing in on me, that God's still God and all is well. I've had to really think through the words of that song and say, God help me to not only sing it, but to live it. I want to be able trust in Him in all things and even if it's coming unraveled, I can still put my trust in Him and know that all is well."
Without doubt, the Whisnants live their lives in an effort to spread the Good News of the Gospel through song. Susan, Jeff, Austin, Ethan, and Aaron realize that the days are short and that Jesus is coming soon. Susan said, "In these last days, it is imperative that we as Christians get a backbone about us and to realize that there's a lost and dying world out there. We think that we're infringing on their privacy when we share Christ with them, when the truth is they are longing for someone to share with them the Good News of Christ. It is time for us to tell the lady at Wal-Mart she needs Jesus. We have a job to do, and we only have a little bit of time to do it. We need to encourage each other and to be bold and be strong."
No matter what is going on in your life, stand up for Jesus, even if you have to stand alone. Follow the lead of the Whisnants and share the message of Jesus Christ with everyone you meet. Tomorrow may be too late. Put your trust in Jesus, lean on Him, and remember all is well.
For more information about the Whisnants, visit http://www.whisnants.com/.
Written by Jennifer Campbell.
First published by SGN Scoops digital magazine in the May 2014 edition.
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The Nelons "Living a Legacy of Love"Written by SGN Scoops Staff on June 9, 2013 – 4:09 pm -
"Living a Legacy of Love"
By Jennifer Campbell
Southern Gospel Music is rooted in family, faith, and the mindset that musical talent should be handed down from generation to generation. The Nelons are the prime example of a family who lives this tradition every single day of their lives. Kelly Nelon Clark carries on the tradition started by her father Rex Nelon, just as her children are now a part of the legacy left by their grandfather. Kelly, Jason, Amber, and Autumn understand the value of Southern Gospel Music.
They also know that a close-knit family is priceless. Above all, they place Jesus Christ at the center of it all. Through their love for music, love for family, and love for Jesus Christ, The Nelons are living a legacy of love!
For Kelly Nelon Clark, Southern Gospel Music is a way of life. She spoke of her first recollection of Southern Gospel Music, "I'm sure I was at a concert where my father was singing with The LeFevres and if I remember correctly it was at the city auditorium in Atlanta, GA. I was probably three years old."
Rex Nelon left a legacy that will always be remembered, both by his family and the countless individuals he influenced throughout his life. "My father would be the greatest influence in my life," Kelly stated. "I watched how he handled adversities, the bus break downs, the constant staying on the phone to make sure the dates were on the books so that we could make a living. He handled so many things and he handled them well. He was such a good man and a man of great integrity. I don't think he realized how many people loved him."
Of course, Jason Clark is no stranger to Gospel Music either, having been raised alongside his bass singing father Dan Clark. Jason says, "I remember hanging out at their concerts, riding the bus occasionally, going to their rehearsals, then coming home and giving my very own pretend concerts for the audience of Mammaw & Papaw Clark in their living room. They have a picture of me in diapers, holding my microphone and giving the performance of a lifetime at the early age of two."
Amber and Autumn also grew up with Gospel Music running through their blood. Amber said that music has always been a part of her life and that she has always wanted to sing Southern Gospel Music. Autumn echoed Amber's response saying, "That's all I have ever really known."
The Nelons are comprised of husband and wife duo Jason Clark and Kelly Nelon Clark, along with their daughters Autumn and Amber. Throughout their musical career, they have garnered three Grammy nominations, six Gospel Music Association Dove Awards, and many other accolades. They have traveled from sea to shining sea and they have even journeyed "across the pond" on a Scandinavian tour.
"I love to travel because it has afforded us the privilege of seeing the world over, and experiencing so many diverse cultures," commented Jason. "The ministry is more fulfilling than I could ever explain when I think about the marvelous love of Jesus and that I get to tell others about that through the medium of music is extremely humbling, gratifying, and sometimes overwhelming."
Kelly added, "We have traveled here and abroad and the greatest thing are the friendships and relationships we have made and kept down through the years. We love and cherish our friends. Also to see a life that has been affected by something we have sung or said is worth all the miles we travel." Whether they are at home or abroad, one thing is certain: Kelly, Jason, Amber, and Autumn love what they do because they are doing what they love.
Kelly said that singing has always been her dream. She commented, "From the first day of kindergarten it was just a part of me that I would sometime sing with my father. It was my dream and my desire and thankfully God granted the desires of my heart. I spent many days on the road with my father Rex Nelon, and I can honestly say it was always a joy. We were very close and we talked every day and I could tell him anything. I really miss that." Read more »
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text: Minotauros Fan Survey Minotauros Fan Survey Contact Info (optional) Fans are not required to provide contact info to complete the survey, however fans who do will be entered to win one of two Minotauros 2018-19 military appreciation jerseys. Limit one entry per person. Winners will be drawn May 17, 2019. Name E-mail Phone Number Demographic Information Age Under 18 18-24 25-35 36-50 51-65 65+ Gender Male Female Other/No Answer Are you a season ticket holder? Yes No How many Tauro home games did you attend this season? 0 1-2 3-5 6-10 10-20 21 or more Marketing and Media How do you typically hear about Tauro home games? (check all that apply) Radio TV Facebook Twitter Posters Billboards Other Tauro Fans minotauroshockey.com Minot Daily News Do you follow the Tauros games you do not attend? Yes, live on AM 1390 Yes, on HockeyTV.com Yes, via listen live on minotauroshockey.com Yes, via social media posts No, but I check the results after the game No, I only follow the Tauros when I come to games Did you watch Tauros games on BEK Sports? Yes No Do you follow the Minotauros on social media? (check all that apply) Facebook Twitter Instagram Do you think it would be appropriate for team social media pages to be funny/edgy i.e. the Carolina Hurricans and Vegas Knights or should they remain serious and informative only? Yes, be entertaining No, just stick to the facts Did you watch Tauros Weekly in past seasons? Yes No Would you watch Tauros Weekly if it returned? Yes Sometimes No Do you have any additional comments regarding our marketing and media efforts? Ticketing Have you used our online ticketing system powered by Igniter? Yes No Which is your favorite method to purchase Tauro tickets? Box office Computer Smart phone Do you feel Tauro tickets are price appropriately Yes No, they are too expensive No, they should cost more Which is your preferred delivery method for Tauros tickets? Printed tickets from the box office Print at home tickets Digital tickets on my phone Booster Club One Ticket hard card When deciding to purchasing a Tauros ticket which of the following do you consider? (check all that apply) Opponent Date/time of game Seat Availability Ticket price Minot weather Other If other, please explain Do you have any additional comments regarding our ticketing process Merchandise Are you happy with the quality of the merchandise sold in our fan shop? Yes Sometimes No Do you feel our merchandise is priced appropriately? Yes No Do the improvements to the merchandise store make it easier to shop during games? Yes No Do you have any additional feedback regarding our merchandise? Is there a product you would like to see us add? Do you have any additional comments regarding our merchandise? Concessions Where do you typically eat at Tauro games I don't Main Concessions Hot Dog Corner Qdoba Please explain your answer to the previous question. Do you feel concessions are priced appropriately? Yes No Which bar do you usually purchase beer from during Tauro games? Bud Light Bar behind sec. 109 Bar Room behind src. 106 I don't drink during games Do you feel beer is priced appropriately? Yes No How many beer do you typically drink per game 1 2 3 4 or more Do you have any additional comments regarding concessions at Tauro games? Game Day Experience Do you find the information on the video screens interesting during games? Yes Sometimes No I don't notice it Do you like the music during Tauro games?* Yes, all of it Yes, most of it Maybe some of it No, not at all If no, why not? Do you enjoy the pregame light show and team introductions? Yes No If no, why not? Do you enjoy our intermission programing (games, interviews, etc)? Yes No If no, why not? Do you have any additional feedback regarding the Tauros game day experience? Do you have any additional feedback you would like to provide the Minotauros staff? Submit

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Another great post from Ben Hewitt.
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Planned Relevance
Just What We Do, by Ben Hewitt
This from my friend Ben Hewitt, will make you think. I have a real problem with today's obsession of treating food as medicine, which just adds to the hysteria over food choices. "Eat real food, not so much, mostly plants," Michael Pollan. My mantra.
Turning Our Backs to Separation
Happy New Year, and welcome 2014!
It's a clean slate, and we all get to write on it. What's this year ahead going to look like? We can only wait and see, but in the meantime, we've got a greenhouse to build and seeds to order…
Reblogging this from Ben Hewitt, Thank you Ben!
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Nursery Greenhouse – Phase 2!
It's happening! Work is underway again on our new heated nursery greenhouse.
It is that time of year, when we finally have time to work on projects that we can't get to during the busy season of planting, harvesting and marketing. …(and then there's Christmas and all its related activities…)
You might remember Phase 1 from this earlier post.
When this is all done, we will have a place to call our own that we can walk to, after several years of hauling soil and seeds and trays to an offsite greenhouse in the next town over.
This is even more exciting, as we are experimenting with sustainable methods to heat it. There will be a double, inflated plastic layer that fastens into this double channel…
And it is to be heated by a pile of working compost that's soon to be built behind the cement block wall on the North side. Michael has welded up a steel tube manifold that they'll bury in the compost. The two open ends will emerge through the concrete wall inside, at either end of the greenhouse. A fan will blow air into one end, and out of the other end will come air that has been heated by the compost. Since compost gets up to 165 degrees, we should see a significant warming effect inside the greenhouse on the coldest of winter nights. This blower will be set up on a thermostat, so it only kicks on when the air cools to a certain level. We will also use a woodstove for a backup.
By February or March, we plan to start growing trays of onions and leeks and celery. We will definitely be getting back into using soil blocks too!
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The Home Grown September Challenge
This blog by cuts right to the heart of the matter. My friend Celi is attempting to eat only off the farm during the month of September.
The Home Grown September Challenge is going splendidly. Though when you get really down to it there is not enough food out there so I am not sure how Long the challenge will last.
It is very dry now and I am going to have to do some serious watering lest my greens give up on me. Not being able to reach for a bag of frozen peas as an easy green addition to a meal makes life interesting.
Though this is an excellent way to ensure that the list for next years gardens is thorough. I am already running out of potatoes and onions. So MORE is a recurrent word in the list.
I have plenty of tomatoes, aubergine, sweet capsicums, beets, celery, zuchinni and jalapenos. There are two cabbages left and a stand of swiss chard that is taking a beating as I eat it every day. But…
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Suddenly Summer–Time for Bees and More Planting
The sun sets over the farm. The rows are laid out with drip tape and plastic, using our "new" bed layer, all ready for planting melons, cabbages, and eggplants. We will slowly convert all of our irrigation to this system which saves water and reduces weeding. We will wait another week to plant the heat-loving melons, eggplants, tomatoes and peppers though, as nights here still hover just above 40. We need nights in the mid-50s for these plantings. It is so hard to be patient!
In the meantime, several successions of cold-loving crops have gone in, such as onions, (more than 3800 of the sweet Walla Walla variety, plus more bunching onions) spinach, kale, chard, beets, turnips, lettuces and greens. All this on top of the protected plantings of carrots greens and onions started in February and March in the two hoophouses, which were moved last month. The two houses are already filled with their summer crops.
Artichokes, a new crop we're trying out this year, have been planted inside the small hoophouse. Since this photo, a row and a half of cayenne peppers also got put in. You can see the garlic growing on the other side of the hoophouse.Rosie was game to try out the new two seater planter we got on loan. Our maiden voyage was to plant 600 strawberry plants for next season.
Rosie and Bill took their positions on the back while Mike drove.
After a lot of trial and error they got it done. We still need to learn how to set up and use this tool properly!
Each person alternatively drops a plant between two revolving discs which open up the ground and put the plant in the proper position. It was a little bit daunting, but in the end, much kinder on the knees! We hope to use this planter to get all the broccoli and cauliflower in.
Meanwhile, in the large hoophouse, the tomatoes are growing very well. We've also planted a bed of ginger along one side, and will grow pickling cucumbers on a trellis along the other side. We are working to maximize valuable growing space inside the hoophouses.
The mesclun mix is ready for its third cutting! Romaine heads are getting bigger, in time for our first CSA shares which begin June 10. Bunching onions will make a delicious addition to our first shares, along with baby spinach, radishes, and fully grown sweet winter carrots!
And in the middle of all this activity, the bees arrived! We lost all four of our hives last winter. One we knew had a weak queen. We knew we had at least two swarms, maybe three, last summer. Two of the hives hung on until nearly spring, but didn't make it. We were left with two broodboxes full of honey, which we will put on the hives in September to help get our bees through next winter. We are about a month late getting the two bee packages in. However, we have enough hive equipment to give these new bees fully built out comb in two deep boxes, which should help them along. If you are starting from scratch, it takes the bees quite awhile to just build comb on all the frames, so we are hopeful that the bees will have an advantage this year. Our main intention is to get these bees pollinating our crops. Some honey at the end of the season is really a bonus for us!
Two of our interns, Rosie and Alisha (doing a great job as photographer, which is why she is not in the photos! Thanks Lish!) helped install the packages. It was a first for both of them, and quite exciting!
This was a first for me, as well, installing packages without Mike and Bill's input. But we did ok. The queens must be accepted by the hive (by smell,) so they come protected in little cages that you hang inside the hive. They chew their way out through a candy plug. By the time they get out, usually, the hive has accepted her. We will check in 7 days, and hopefully remove the empty queen cages. In another 7 days after that, we check once more to determine that the queen is laying capped brood. Fingers crossed!
Rocking that bee-hoodie Rosie!
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Another Person's Lie
Another very good post by our friend Ben Hewitt. His new book "Saved" about our relationship to money will be out soon, and we are really looking forward to reading it.


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By Heidi
Just one more reason I wish we lived in central Florida … Ian would LOVE this!
2017 Fall Family Fun Public Library Series
All Families are Welcome to Join Central Florida's Beloved Entertainers for Free Magical Storytelling Workshops at Public Libraries Throughout Central Florida This Fall
Orlando, FL (August 24, 2017) – It's Back-to-School, not just for Central Florida students, but also for new wizards! Following a highly successful, fun-filled summer performing the "Worlds of Magic" show for public libraries across Florida, James Songster and his beloved team from Magic and Mayhem Productions will continue to spread magic and joy to children and families throughout the region this fall. Magic and Mayhem Productions is back with an exciting show to help celebrate the 20th anniversary of Harry Potter for the OCLS Fall Family Fun Public Library Series taking place all over Orange County. Join "Professor James" for orientation day at the HOPwarts School for Magical Creatures. Everyone is encouraged to wear their wizard robes and bring their magic wands for this fun and magical program. Of course, no magic lesson would be complete without "ChaChing the Amazing Bunny", who will also be making a special appearance.
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Software Defined Radio
Units: 1.5
Hours: 3-1.5-0
Formerly: ELEC 417
Software defined radio architectures. Receiver design: radio frequency, digital signal processing, software. Application to analog and digital communications, cognitive radio, dynamic spectrum access. Implementation of software radio algorithms using GNU Radio, Simulink or other platforms.
- Credit will be granted for only one of ECE 417, ELEC 417.
- ECE 350 or ELEC 350.
Undergraduate course in Electrical and Computer Engineering offered by the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering in the Faculty of Engineering.


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This course provides a drill-down into key areas of IoT technology architecture and enabling technologies. A range of architectural models and layers are covered, along with core mechanisms pertaining to data collection, communication and device-related functions. Various relevant communication layers and protocols are also addressed, together with device and discovery functions.
The following primary topics are covered:
- Understanding the IoT Architecture Approach
- IoT Business, Functional and Technology Architectures
- IoT Application, Protocol, Data and Analytics Architectures
- IoT Device Specifications, Types, and Access
- IoT Device Data Store and Transfer Capabilities
- IoT Data Collection Mechanics
- SQL RDBMS, NoSQL and Time Series Data
- Heterogeneous, Cloud and External Data
- IoT Communication Mechanisms
- Human-to-Machine, Machine-to-Human, Machine-to-Machine Interactions
- IoT Communication Channels and Protocol Technologies
- Cellular, WiFi, LoRaWAN, Satellite and Geo-sensing
- ZigBee LAN, Bluetooth, Z Wave, Gateways and Firewalls
- IoT Device or Service Discovery
- Bluetooth Beacon, WiFi Aware and Physical Web
- Open Hybrid, Shazam and Chrips
- IoT Communication and Networking Protocols
- IoT Network Layer and Data Link Layer Protocols, OSI and Encapsulations
- Edge Computing and Fog Computing
- IoT Session Layer and Management protocols
- IoT Learning Principles including Learning Lifecycle, Predictions, Patterns
- Clustering and Dynamic Machine Learning
Managers responsible for business and operational processes within their respective organizations and want to know how to harness IoT to make their systems and processes more efficient. This training is intended for a technology and business review of an emerging industry so that IoT enthusiasts/entrepreneurs can grasp the basics of IoT technology and business.
- 6 – 8 August 2018
- 7 – 9 November 2018


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Localization Testing Verifies
- How accurately the build has been translated into the target language.
- If the product contains a high-quality translation.
- Whether the product retains the functionality as the previous one.
Localization Testing Includes
- Maintaining rules for writing text
- Perfect justification
- Interface Element accommodation
- Check the auxiliary documentation translation and users guide
- Verification of the adaptation of interface elements
- Check software of GUI translation
Things You Have to Consider in Localization Testing
- Things that are altered while localization. UI and the content files.
- Operating system and keyboards.
- Text filters.
- Spelling and sorting rules, upper and lower case conversations.
- Upgrades and installation need to be run in the localized environment.
- Focus on cultural-specific, language-specific and country-specific areas.
- Look for the encryption algorithm incorporated into the software.
- The rules for distribution of the cryptographic software differ in different countries.
Platform in Localized Testing
Localization Testing Tools
- eggPlant
- Applitools
- TestRail
- TestLodge
- Redmine
- Lighthouse
- ShareX
- Snagit
- iMicros
How to Perform Localization Testing
- Verifying the installation and uninstallation process
- Verifying functional issues
- Verifying the user interface (UI)
- Checking localization of all documentation
- Going through the internationalization elements- Support multiple characters, font, writing and reading of external files and display data in GUI
- Verification Testing: Functional software testing that is done before the quality assurance and detailed testing processing.
- Normal Testing: This is used to run normal tests and also, to find the log defends during the execution of the program.
- Regression Testing: This method ensures that all the defects are cleared before the software is given to the target region.
- Final Testing: Includes the final check of the software before delivery of the product.
- Core & Global bugs- Reproduced on multiple language versions, indicating the coding error found in the source.
- Localization bugs- Bugs found during the localization process, that should be recorded in the tracking system.
- Select the apt automation testing tool
- Make a workable testing framework
- Test case management
- Transfer to executable script patterns
- After execution of scripts, collect the testing results
- Analyze the reports for defects if any.


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What will the future of music look like? New York Times Magazine published an ambitious multimedia feature on Thursday that purported to answer that question, and apparently the answer is: pretty masculine.
The feature, which includes contributions from fantastic writers such as Marlon James, George Saunders, Jenna Wortham and Jezebel's Jia Tolentino, unscrolls beautifully through an introduction (focused on Beyoncé) and 25 brief articles on individual songs that are shaping the future of music. Snippets of the songs play as you reach the relevant article. It's a delightful multimedia experience.
The writers who contributed are talented and diverse, and the selected songs include many written and performed by people of color -- an extremely important factor, especially given how often black performers and artists have been written out of music history, and still are to this day. The list celebrates Fetty Wap, Kendrick Lamar, Run The Jewels, D'Angelo, Pharrell, Vybz Kartel, Chance The Rapper, Vince Staples and a song from "Hamilton."
But one imbalance remained glaring: Out of 25 artists given the primary credit on the track noted, only four were women. Wortham wrote about Syd tha Kyd and the Internet, a band formed by Sydney Bennett of Odd Future; and then there are blurbs for Rihanna in duet with Sza, classical composer and singer Caroline Shaw, and country singer Margo Price. Should I go on? Oh, I can't -- those are the only female performers whose songs are among the 25. (Beyoncé apparently makes the introduction, but not the list.)
To be sure, there probably simply wasn't room on the list for Beyoncé or other musical women -- the list had to make room for bland pop dude Charlie Puth, bland pop band Twenty One Pilots, bland band Coldplay and Lionel Richie -- whose early-'80s "Hello" is on the list thanks, apparently, to Adele's current hit, "Hello." (Adele is not on the list.) Oh, and Justin Bieber. (He's No. 1.)
The music industry has never been accused of being excessively gentle to women. In the past few months alone, the rampant sexual harassment and assault problem has made headlines, with female artists and music industry workers speaking out about men within the field who have allegedly victimized women with impunity. Pop star Kesha recently lost a court battle to be freed from her contract with producer Dr. Luke, despite her allegations that he had sexually assaulted her.
None of this is remotely in the same category as the NYT Magazine list's far more mundane failure, but the current spotlight on women's struggles in the industry would, one would hope, be a reminder that female musicians face significantly greater obstacles to being viewed as serious artists as opposed to sexual objects and/or dilettantes among serious male professionals. Instead, in the formulation of this list, it seems that serious music cred and stardom is needed to qualify a woman for consideration, while men make the list for all sorts of reasons -- as a particular instance of blandness, of a retro trend, of whatever.
To be clear, this is probably not the fault of the writers bylined in the piece, who each contributed thoughtful musings on the songs they selected. Most of the songs included are well worth writing about and listening to, and the components of the feature were exceptionally well executed. So who was overseeing the totality of the project, making sure that it came together into something that truly looked like the future of music, not another version of a boys' club? How did this happen?
As a little reminder that women are shaping the future of music as much as men, we've quickly compiled 25 other songs by women we think are showing us what music will look like, and why:
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Courtney Barnett, "Pedestrian at Best": Barnett turns banal observations into rousing, lyrically innovative poetry, pairing her perfectly muttered words with hard guitar lines and pounding drums. In the age of confessional writing, Barnett unabashedly embraces her internal monologue -- showing us that small stories and big music still go hand in hand.
Lizzo, "Batches and Cookies": In a performance of this song at Terminal 5 in New York City last year, Lizzo and her crew took to the stage in aprons and began tossing cookies into the audience. She rapped and belted, all the while dancing in unison with her collaborator Sophia Eris, who previously stood behind a rig emblazoned with the words "BIG GRRRL." In an interview with HuffPost, Lizzo described the performance and her work, stating, "Yes, my new music is super body-positive. I'm going to stand firm in that, and that's something I want to represent." All hail Lizzo.
Alabama Shakes, "Don't Wanna Fight": Brittany Howard blends blues, roots and rock in "Don't Wanna Fight," a song off the band's latest album, "Sound & Color." From the moment she begins singing, she rips her own range apart, swinging from screams to croons with ease. She has, arguably, more presence on stage -- in volume, expression and killer guitar skills -- than any other band front(wo)man today.
Mavis Staples, "Take Us Back": Born in 1939, Staples has been revolutionizing the R&B, folk and activist realms since the 1950s with her deep vocals and gospel roots. She released "Livin' On a High Note" in February of this year, proving that the future of music is not only built on -- but carried forward by -- the successes of women artists who've been performing for decades.
- Anohni, "Manta Ray": Made in collaboration with J. Ralph, the song was featured in the documentary "Racing Extinction" and subsequently nominated for an Oscar for Best Original Song. (She became the only transgender performer ever to have been nominated for an Academy Award as a result, and wrote about her decision not to attend the ceremonies after her performance was cut "due to time.") The song itself celebrates Anohni's languid lyricism, that drifts along the delicate sounds of a piano, bemoaning a dramatic oceanic scene. It's a beautiful example of how music can elevate films dedicated to big issues -- like the potential loss of at least half of the world's species.
Claire Fallon, Culture Staff Writer
Thao & the Get Down Stay Down, "Meticulous Bird": Thao Nguyen marries folksiness with jangling discordance, and the symbiotic relationship between the two styles shines in this rhythmic, chanting ditty -- interspersed with breathless, belligerent exclamations of "oh my, oh my."
Kesha, "Tik Tok": For reasons you may have heard about, Kesha hasn't been releasing new music recently, but her hits keep going, ahem, right round our heads, with her juddering, sneery vocals and buoyant choruses. If she were able to keep creating new music, we suspect it would be the next generation of great party jams.
Nicki Minaj ft. Beyoncé "Feeling Myself": Everything about this collaboration is a win, especially the swaggering confidence with which Nicki raps about sex, money and fame, while Beyoncé's sultry, self-assured tones remind us that she's "feeling herself." Beyond the old-school girl group, this is a joint project between two bonafide lady superstars, carried out with both genius and verve, and that smacks of the future to us.
CHVRCHES, "Leave a Trace": This is a band, but it's identifiably fronted by singer Lauren Mayberry, whose soaring, crystalline voice forms the centerpiece of its best songs. "Leave a Trace" encapsulates the band's injection of synth-driven, '80s-inflected dance-pop with anthemic, emotional choruses.
- Lorde, "Buzzcut Season": The New Zealand wunderkind was inescapable when her first hit "Royals" climbed charts a couple years back, and her whole first album is redolent of the poetic approach that made "Royals" so startling and stripped-down. Language-driven, but more repetitive and simplistic than rap, Lorde's dreamy, haunting melodies capture attention with startling images: "I remember when your head caught flame / It kissed your scalp and caressed your brain / Well you laughed, baby it's okay / It's buzzcut season anyway."
Maddie Crum, Culture Staff Writer
Lana Del Rey, "High By the Beach": When Lana Del Rey first burst on the scene, no one could tell whether or not her whole schtick -- the droning vocals, the juvenile, maudlin lyrics -- was a joke. Was her sadness over her boyfriend's video game-playing negligence sincere, performative, or both? Years later, her slacker girl crooning is as popular as ever, bringing to life the feeling of listless youth.
Beach House, "Space Song": Your favorite ethereal band explores the most ethereal place of all: space! Fluid, dreamy instrumentals create the effect of floating, and Victoria Legrand's rich voice juxtaposes the song's airiness. It's not exactly new ground for Beach House -- putting on one of their albums is an easy way to get lost in repetitive, slowly shifting sounds. The band dares to not experiment, sticking instead with a cohesive body of work.
Taylor Swift, "Bad Blood": The breakup queen veers away from upbeat longing to sing about something totally different: female rivalries. While Swift's choice to pit women against women in the wildly popular music video is off-putting for some, her rally cry is a welcome departure from her usual boy-driven ballads. Plus, it's catchy as hell.
St. Vincent, "Digital Witness": From its first second, this song -- like many of St. Vincent's -- bursts with energy. A funky trumpet welcomes in her voice, immediately recognizable due to its range. The song is part of her latest album, which is heavily critical of our recent reliance on electronic forms of entertainment. "People turn the TV on," the chorus goes.
- Mitski, "Townie": Mitski isn't afraid to sing about her pain, an avenue for expression that only became an option for women rockers in the '90s. But she's no Alanis; her raw, dangerous lyrics are sometimes sounded off amid a sweet sheen of echoes and distorted vocals. Even in "Townie," which could squarely be classified as garage rock, she doesn't succumb to the nasally conventions of the genre -- her powerful, feminine voice shines through.
Priscilla Frank, Culture Staff Writer
FKA Twigs, "Glass & Patron": Twigs' ode to voguing is a formidable example of paying tribute to your influences, especially those who don't have the same visibility or scope. Rather than appropriating voguing culture, Twigs identifies herself as a newcomer and shares the stage with those who paved her way, working the homage into a wildly danceable warrior jam that will inspire you to form your own magical-freaky vogue troupe in the woods.
Grimes, "Kill vs. Maim": "Cuz I'm only a man, I do what I can," Grimes sings in her demented cheerleader chant, bridging the space between a brutal warrior and a teenage girl. The amped up anthem is part Ace of Base, part K-Pop, part "Bring It On," the perfect mix of girliness and badassery not to be messed with.
Alessia Cara, "Here": The 19-year-old singer got famous posting cover songs on YouTube, and her hit single "Here" shows that sometimes the wisest, oldest souls are those judging you at a high school party. With soulful power, Cara describes the overwhelming lameness of her peers getting stupid hammered at a party she doesn't want to be at in the ultimate rebuke to "get faded in the club" hits. Finally, a party anthem for hermits who like to be in bed by nine.
Tinashe, "All Hands On Deck": "All Hands On Deck" was the first song since probably "I'm A Slave 4 U" that had me dancing like an idiot in front of the music video, trying to learn all the moves. Tinashe is the quintessential contemporary R&B goddess, whose sheer star power (and ungodly abs) have me fangirling like a 13-year-old begging my parents for concert tickets.
- Erykah Badu, "U Use To Call Me": Queen Badu responded to Drake's super viral "Hotline Bling" with a mixtape called "But You Caint Use My Phone." The song "U Use To Call Me" even features a Drake imitator rapping over a warped riff on Drake's hip-hopified salsa beat. Combining the hyper-timeliness of the Internet age with classic old school soul influences, Badu's album is a glorious example of the Internet eating itself and busting out something convoluted and gorgeous.
Tricia Tongco, Culture Social Media Editor
Waxahatchee, "Under a Rock": When listening to "Under a Rock," it feels like frontwoman Katie Crutchfield is singing to you in her bedroom. The natural, real intimacy of her lyrics and the song's soaring chorus convey a moment of transition most young adults have felt or are still experiencing. With its familiarity and hybrid sound of folk and punk, the song is accomplished in its own right, sounding like the best of '90s indie rock without feeling forced.
Carly Rae Jepsen, "Warm Blood": "Warm Blood" is a warbling, sensual pop song off of Jepsen's criminally underrated album "Emotion." Produced by Vampire Weekend's Rostam Batmanglij, the song shows us how a pop star can emulate '80s synth sounds and yet still sound fresh. If her voice sounds grittier than usual, it's because she was vaping too much while recording her album. This dose of pop genius is perfect for tipsy gyrating, obsessive replaying and late night driving.
Savages, "Adore": "Adore" by Savages is a slow release of life-affirming love for life in the face of certain death. Sound intense? Well, their entire album "Adore Life" is a dark, powerful exploration of love in many forms -- from sexual fluidity to sexual power. "Adore" cements the album as a positive one, embracing the choice to live and the sense of gratitude, freedom and urgency that goes along with that.
Ellie Goulding, "On My Mind": "On My Mind" is the epitome of pop music for adults. While still fun, the song is more sophisticated than teen pop and gets major points for realness. Goulding is a talented storyteller with a unique ability to create mature yet dramatic dance music.
- Missy Elliott, "WTF": Oh, how we've missed Missy Elliott. Marking Missy's return to music after a decade, "WTF" hit us hard and fast. Her lyrics might sound merely like shaming or throwing shade at tongue-waggling girls, but instead she's bringing up the issue of cultural appropriation (Miley, what's good?). But in true Missy fashion, she also infuses humor into the song, comparing herself to a Big Mac and dismissing competition with "Blah-blah-blah."
Bonus -- you can check out the latest from any of these women and women-fronted groups to see glimpses of what music is and will be:
Esperanza Spalding
Cardi B
Sleater Kinney
Angel Haze
Demi Lovato
Sharon Jones
Sharon Van Etten
Holly Herndon
Anna Meredith
Kim Gordon
Florence & the Machine
Purity Ring
Sharon Van Etten
Neko Case
Azealia Banks
Janelle Monae
Julee Cruise
Angel Olsen
Lady Gaga
Jenny Lewis
Add your own favorites -- and listen to the selected songs (at least, the ones available on Spotify) -- to the playlist:


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