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Thursday, December 7-December 13, 2023 www.shelbyinfo.com 704/484-1047 - shelby shopper & info - Page 11 This time of year, orange fi lls the woods. It confi rms gun season has come. I've sat in many places, thinking I was the only one around, only to scan the horizon with my binoculars to discover an orange vest in a tree closer than I wanted. I can remember one time while hunting in Muhlenberg, Kentucky, staying in a hotel, and nearly every single occupant either leaving early that morning or coming in late that evening, with an orange hat and vest on. It was a hotel from heaven. Years ago, fi sh and game commissions determined that orange was both a color that deer cannot distinguish and one that stands out markedly to humans. Shortly afterwards, wearing some form of orange became the law. Some states require only hats, some only vests, and some both. And the nuances of when it's worn have changed over the years. Sometimes you are allowed to take it off once you are in a stand or blind, and sometimes it must always be on. There is no way to determine how many lives this hunting requirement has saved. It makes no audible sound. It is simple in its design. It is standard in its application. It comes in sizes to fi t anyone. And it makes the same statement whether it is worn by the unknown or famous, or by the extrovert or introvert. When I think about the statement the orange vest makes, I make an application to how I think one's Christian life is best lived out. It is best lived out by letting it make its own statement. It's best when it is seen and not heard. It's best when it is just a part of our everyday lives and not something in addition to. It's best when its simplicity and subtleness stand out. It's best when it shines like a light on a hill. It's best when others see its value and even its safety, for themselves, and want it. I cringe at forced faith. Jesus did not come to force himself on anyone. He came to reveal what we didn't know or understand about the Father. By his own words, He said he didn't come into the world to condemn it, but to save it. And the way He would do that would be by Him putting on my sin and by me putting on His righteousness. Much like my orange vest. By By Gary Miller Gary Miller Aiming Outdoorsmen Toward Christ GARY MILLER gary@outdoortruths.org Gary Miller has written Outdoor Truths articles for 21 years. He has also written fi ve books which include compilations of his articles and a father/son devotional. He also speaks at wild-game dinners and men's events for churches and associations. gary@outdoortruths.org Harley Simpson, Makenzie West, Payton Simpson and Madison Branch pose for a photo before the Earl Christmas Parade on Sunday. Jeff Melton photo The Shelby High Choir sang Holiday Songs at the Carrousel Christmas on Saturday, December 2nd. The event included music, rides on the Carrousel, rides on the miniature train and a Christmas Tree Lighting. Jeff Melton photo THANK YOU! THANK YOU! MON.-SAT. 10AM-10PM • SUNDAY 11AM-10PM DQ.com DQ.com 704-482-6681 704-482-6681 814 S. DEKALB ST., SHELBY, NC We Appreciate Your Business and We Are Here to Serve You. Cheeseburger Lovers Lovers 2 for $ 7 Doubles 2 for $ 5 Singles 1/3 lb: Doubles Add fries and a drink! J "Call Us And Compare Our Rates" "Call Us And Compare Our Rates" WITHERSPOON INSURANCE INSURANCE LOW DOWN LOW DOWN PAYMENTS PAYMENTS CALL TODAY CALL TODAY FOR YOUR FOR YOUR QUOTE! QUOTE! "Serving Cleveland County Since 1986" Agents: Wayne Witherspoon, Justin Witherspoon, Linda Thomas, Donna Love & Tammy Shaffer • AUTO • HOME • LIFE • HEALTH • AUTO • HOME • LIFE • HEALTH • COMMERCIAL • MOTOR • COMMERCIAL • MOTORCYCLES CYCLES • • RVs RVs • • GOLF CARTS GOLF CARTS • • INDEMNITY BONDS INDEMNITY BONDS 704-480-9595 125 N. Lafayette St. Shelby, NC Across From First Baptist Church www.witherspooninsurance.com Announce It With Color! • Anniversaries • Births • Birthdays • Congratulations • Family Reunions • In Memory • Thank You • Weddings Other Sizes & Prices To Choose From. Call Today! Choose From. Call Today! 503 N. Lafayette St., Shelby 704-484-1047 www.shelbyinfo.com advertising@shelbyinfo.com 1 column x 3 Inch 1 column x 3 Inch Advertisement Advertisement or Announcement or Announcement in in Full Color Full Color Only Only $ 48 48 Announce It With Color! Happy Birthday! ShelbyInfo.com In Print AND Online Our ClassiÀ eds Have It!