While we were yet sinners Christ did what? Romans 5:8 says: But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. What amazing words these are. God sent Jesus Christ who took our sins upon Himself and paid the ultimate price for our sins with His own death that we could have eternal life. He died not because we were good enough but because He loved us so much. There is nothing we can do to earn this forgiveness. Only through Christ can it be made right. We must confess our sins to Him and He is faithful to forgive us. Sadly, many will pass up this incredible gift and continue to enjoy their sins.

Christian love and sympathy is extended to Billy Hardin (Lori) Hardin and Tommy Hardin in the loss of their mother, Mrs. Lola “Earline” Morris Hardin. She was born March 1, 1912, and passed away March 20, 2015, at the age of 103 years old. Other survivors include two sisters, Margaret Lane and Opal Herring; three grandchildren, Chris Hardin, Misty (Gary) Burrows and Brentice Hardin; two great-grandchildren, Lola Burrows and Brooks Burrows.

Christian love and sympathy is extended to the family and friends of Billy Joe Parker of Somerville. His funeral was Sun., March 29.

Happy anniversary wishes this week to Mark and Marshell Carlson on April 1, Frankie and Teresa Lackey on April 2, Doug and Lorene Oden on April 4 and Tom and Linda McAbee on April 5.

Happy birthday to Raegan Jenkins, Brylee Bisop and Amanda White, all on April 1, Holly Ogle and Sandra Raper, both on April 2, April Childers, Margaret Goree, Issaiah Hensley, Michelle Thorton, Jim Garner and Martha Roberts, all on April 3, Lynn Morgan, Steve Jansen and Kyle Merritt, all on April 4, Tani Buckner, David Cain and Donna Morgan, all on April 5 and Michelle Suggs on April 7.