Think on These Things.....

2011-10-28T19:28:00.000-07:00

This man of God was a true Pentacostal Preacher. I had the priviledge of hearing him preach during a revival in Milwaukee. "Put your time in cause payday is coming after while!!!" My God!! My God!!!

Preach Holiness.......what a message

2011-08-20T17:46:00.001-07:00

Bishop Sedgewick Daniels

2011-07-02T20:39:00.000-07:00

Mother Stanley's favorite hymn

2011-06-01T20:17:00.001-07:00

Come Unto Me

2011-05-31T19:40:00.000-07:00

Hear the Blessed Savior calling the oppressed
O ye heavy laden come to Me and rest
Come no longer tarry, I our load will bear
Bring Me every burden bring Me every care

Are you disappointed wandring here and there
Dragging chains of doubt and loaded down with care?
Do unholy feelings struggle in your breast?
Bring your case to Jesus. He will give you rest

Stumbling on the mountains dark with sin and shame,
Stumbling toward the pit of hell's consuming flame
By the powers of sin deluded and oppressed
Hear the tender Shepherd Come to Me and rest

Have you by temptation often conquered been,
Has a sense of weakness brought distress within
Christ will sanctify you, if you ll claim his best
In his Holy Spirit, He will give you rest.

Chorus:
Come Unto Me; I will give you rest
Take My yoke upon you Hear me and be blessed
I am meek and lowly, Come and trust My might
Come My yoke is easy and My burden light.

Effectual Fervent Prayer

2011-05-20T20:20:00.000-07:00

Bishop Sedgewick Daniels

2011-05-20T20:11:00.000-07:00

Preach Bishop!!!!!!!!

2011-03-08T19:13:00.000-08:00

This is my Wisconsin Pastor!!!!!!!!!

It is still holiness or hell!! That's it.

He's A Wonder in my soul!!!!!!!!!!!

2010-07-10T06:16:00.000-07:00

Philippians 4:8
Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.

All it takes is a little rain MY MY MY HALLELUJAH

2010-05-27T19:47:00.000-07:00

This is a clear indication of how a word from God can open up the windows of Heaven!!!!!

My Eyes are Open and Im Coming Home

2010-05-25T19:34:00.000-07:00

To be taught by the Lord

2010-05-25T18:42:00.000-07:00

Isaiah 54:13 says, "All your sons (and daughters) will be taught by the Lord and great will be your childrens peace." The truth of the matter is that every teacher is not being led by God and every student doesn't hear you. I had a student in my orchestra class. I'll call him Jim. Jim was a very intelligent Asian kid with charisma and a negative disposition. He was the kid that always had the coolest and latest techno gadget. He talked a lot and rarely listened but, performed at an average level with little effort. I was instructing the orchestra and he was talking so I asked him, "Jim how do you explain this time signature?" Jim replied, "Im sorry Mr Woodis, I was listening, but I didn't hear you?" He was very sincere and honest. I wrote the quote down with a sharpie on a big index card and hung it on the board with his name and the date. Each class Jim began to do a little better each week until Jim joined the orchestra seriously once again. When the Lord is teaching we should be all ears with an open heart. John 6: 53-59 says, "Jesus said to them, "I tell you the truth, unless you eat the flesh of the Son of Man and drink his blood, you have no life in you. 54Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood has eternal life, and I will raise him up at the last day. 55For my flesh is real food and my blood is real drink. 56Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood remains in me, and I in him. 57Just as the living Father sent me and I live because of the Father, so the one who feeds on me will live because of me. 58This is the bread that came down from heaven. Your forefathers ate manna and died, but he who feeds on this bread will live forever." 59He said this while teaching in the synagogue in Capernaum. You must have Jesus in you to be taught of the Lord.

What is happening to the Church in the black community?

2010-04-09T09:04:00.000-07:00

The church is now and continues to be a pillar in any community. According to the COGIC Manual, "A Christian Church should be recognized in the community in which it is located, as pursuing and maintaining a higher standard of morality than that of a worldly society." The world measures success in terms of material possessions, health and wealth. Personal gain and unmerited mercy and favor are garnered as the crowning achievements of true Christiandom in the many so called Christian congregations. For these reasons I FIRMLY believe that prosperity preaching is demonic and a potential anti-Christian concept. In Ephesians 4, the Apostle Paul stresses unity of the Church and gives further emphasis in verse 15; "That we be no longer children, tossed to and fro and carried about with every wind of doctrine." In 1 Timothy 6:3-5, Paul gives a stern judgement, "If any man teach otherwise and consent not to wholesome words, even the words of our Lord Jesus Christ, and to the doctrine which is according to godliness; he is proud, knowing nothing, but doting about questions and strifes of words, whereof cometh envy, strife, railings, evil surmisings, perverse disputing of men of currupt minds and destitute of the truth, supposing that gain is godliness; from such withdraw thyself." The answer is clear, if a preacher is giving a message on prosperity and saying things like, "You need to share the blessings of God cause you closed on a house yesterday." or "Thank God, cause if you had got what you deserved, you'd have AIDS by now." I believe you should run away quickly. This was a statement hurled to a crowd of 100 +. The person giving this proclamation is a prominent pastor in Hampton Roads, Virginia. I am reminded of one of my childhood mentors. I was blessed to know my 87 year old pastor personally until he passed away at the age of 96. He pastored our church for 52 years. Many people felt that my late Pastor was stuck up and snooty. He did not allow just any one to preach from his pulpit and he did not shake hands with everyone he met. He was a very wise man. He believed in education and he would always say, "boy stick the Cross and preach on the Blood, if they don't shout that's alright." I will not associate myself with preachers who preach a doctrine of prosperity or say evil hate filled sayings from the pulpit. I have spent many evenings at the Children's Hospital of the Kings Daughters praying for sick children. There were children in the hospital that did not have any parents. There were children with AIDS and addicted to heroin or cocaine. There were children in the hospital with all types of cancers and blood diseases which were fatal. Did any of those children deserve to be in that condition? Were they less blessed because their parents did not own a home? I don't believe so. I remember what my late pastor said, "Boy, I don't let everybody in your pulpit." I admonish ministers of the Gospel to pray and meditate on hearing from GOD more clearly. I warn anyone who reads this blog and believes in prosperity doctrine to read your Bible and search the scriptures for yourselves. After this I will follow the provisions of
Titus 3:10 (New International Version)
10Warn a divisive person once, and then warn him a second time. After that, have nothing to do with him.

Shine the Light from Heaven on My Soul

2010-03-26T19:33:00.000-07:00

This is a Real Holy Ghost Dance Party

2010-03-11T17:54:00.000-08:00

Here is the Best Way Out of All Your Problems

2010-03-09T18:46:00.000-08:00

Without a childlike spirit you can not please God

2010-02-15T18:57:00.000-08:00

Bishop Sedgewick Daniels

2010-02-15T18:56:00.000-08:00

A Great Man of God

Dear Jesus, my life is in your hands

2010-01-19T18:28:00.000-08:00

Earth Has No Sorrow That Heaven Cannot Heal

2010-01-13T19:15:00.000-08:00

We are just beginning to see the devestation of the earthquake that happened in Haiti. Hundreds of thousands of lives have been lost. Even now CNN is reporting that their are people still trapped in buildings all over Port Au Prince. Dead bodies are lying all over the street throughout the city. Even the Red Cross has said that the situation will take more than the Red Cross can provide for the people of Haiti. I pray that the Spirit of God will continue to intervene in the efforts to help the people. Matthew 5:4 says, "Blessed are they that mourn, for they shall be comforted." I pray that a spirit of peace and calm will prevail as help begins to pour in to Haiti from around the world. I pray that God will be with former President Clinton as he coordinates immediate assistance to go to Haiti. I pray that the hand of God will stay the forces of the enemy and keep the devil at bay so that the help can be brought to the people of Haiti. Amen. If anyone would like to know of a local agency that may be able to help, I know that Faith Deliverance Christian Center in Norfolk, Virginia has a ministry that specifically provides aid to the people of Haiti. Two years ago the church built a mission and school just outside of Port Au Prince. Keep these people in your prayers. I find comfort in the words to the hymn, "Come Ye Disconsolate." Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. Stay in prayer Saints of God.

Im a moron. Are you?

2010-01-05T19:00:00.000-08:00

Hold On. Help is on the Way - G.E. Patterson

2010-01-01T19:40:00.000-08:00

This is a classic COGIC sermon. Full of power and truth. I believe the Holy Ghost needs to come over me and make me angry sometime. God Bless and Happy New Year!

Dancing With All Your Might

2009-12-31T22:49:00.000-08:00

2 Samuel 6:13-15 (New International Version)
13 When those who were carrying the ark of the LORD had taken six steps, he sacrificed a bull and a fattened calf. 14 David, wearing a linen ephod, danced before the LORD with all his might, 15 while he and the entire house of Israel brought up the ark of the LORD with shouts and the sound of trumpets.
Why do people shout and dance in praise to God? Dancing is a physical expression which uses the human body to interpret the aesthetics of motion and movement. When a person is born again, the human body which they were born with is the same body they had when they were born the first time. When a person dances in praise to Almighty God, the dance is as personal as if the person were speaking in tongues. The Holy dance should edify the body of Christ, be decent and in good order, and be pleasing to God. The following you tube clip is a young man in a church in Milwaukee, WI. I remember this young man 10 years ago when I was member of this church. I remember seeing him shout this way in the congregation when I was in the choir stand. Some of the older members of the church tried to keep this young man from praising God this way because they thought he was playing around. 10 years later I see this young man is still praising God in with this unique new dance. I know its a dance that was created by youth in the dance halls to secular music, but there are some older saints who still do a good "Shingaling" and "Funky Two Step" when giving praise to God. I don't know his name but God Bless you young brother. Keep on Shouting and Dancing before the Lord with all your might.
I really love this clip because you have the Deacon dancing using the traditional shout and the guy in the forground with the slide shout giving God the glory.

Can God Use You?

2009-12-30T14:36:00.000-08:00

I don't like to make New Year's Resolutions. I do like to make goals and plans for every New Year. I have been in church every New Year's Eve for the past 20 or more years. Some of it is tradition but more than that, I want to have the opportunity to tell God thank you at the most appropriate time. There are those who would disagree and say that I should be telling God thank you all the time anyway. I totally agree. I believe not being in church on New Year's Eve is a snub in God's face if the individual is a true believer. Charles Stanly is one of my favorite TV preachers. He has a powerful ministry and I respect his personal integrity. I hope you enjoy this message as much as I did. Also, notice at 3:02 or so how he includes a prayer for the sinner and the unbeliever.

Invitation to Christ

2009-12-29T19:12:00.000-08:00

My family and I took a trip to Charlotte recently and visited the Billy Graham Museum. The experience was very moving. I remember as a child watching the Billy Graham crusades on television. When I was 11 years old, I attended a revival service at the Hampton Colesium in Virginia. What I remember the most was the invitation to Christ at the end of the service. The choir sang the traditional, "Just As I Am" and Billy Graham gave the invitation to come to Christ. This is an invitation from the late Bishop G.E. Patterson. This is the most important part to any service. Christ came for the sinner and the lost not those who know who he is. Satan is alive and plotting on the ones who believe they have it all together. Luke 5:31 (King James Version)

31And Jesus answering said unto them, They that are whole need not a physician; but they that are sick.
For the next few postings I will research some you tube clips that extend a true invitation to Christian Discipleship. One should never forget the root word in Christian is Christ.
Only Believe.....

Bill Cosby Himself

2009-12-19T07:43:00.000-08:00

"I don't know the key to success, but the key to failure is trying to please everybody."
- Bill Cosby

Proverbs 17:22 (King James Version)

A merry heart doeth good like a medicine: but a broken spirit drieth the bones.

Encouragement for Ministers everywhere

2009-12-16T18:55:00.001-08:00

Evangelist Oral Roberts lets us know who Jesus really is.

2009-12-15T19:02:00.000-08:00

God bless this mighty man of God. He has gone from labor to reward. Christians every where should join the heavenly angels in rejoicing.

The Power of the Lord

2009-12-01T19:36:00.001-08:00

Lord You Made Me Who I Am

2009-11-30T19:25:00.000-08:00

Psalms 139:13- 14 says, 13 For you created my inmost being;
you knit me together in my mother's womb.

14 I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made;
your works are wonderful,
I know that full well.

Lord you made me who I am and I am glad about it. I promise to praise you with my whole heart in whatever way pleases you. Let Everything that has breath Praise the Lord!

Happy Thanksgiving Saints

2009-11-24T16:22:00.000-08:00

I could shout off this ALL Day long!

Learn how to turn to the wall and give it to God

2009-10-26T18:31:00.001-07:00

Psalms 121

2009-05-29T14:34:00.000-07:00

I remember living out west far from home. Everyday during my Spring Breaks, I would attend noon day prayer meetings at Holy Redeemer Church of God In Christ. While the mothers prayed a voice spoke to me and said, "All of your help comes from me." I began to say, "all of my help," and the words would not stop coming out of my mouth. It's good to be free from the devil's strongholds. Know that ALL of your help comes from the LORD!

Who Told You that God Could not deliver Me?

2009-05-01T19:40:00.001-07:00

I was blessed to hear this sermon from this annointed man of God.

Jesus, MY HEART FIXER, MY MIND REGULATOR

2009-04-24T21:57:00.000-07:00

Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Hallelujah!

Have You Recieved the Holy Ghost since you Believed?

2009-04-02T19:33:00.000-07:00

Shackled by a heavy burden
'neath a load of guilt and shame
THEN the hand of Jesus touched me
and now I am no longer the same.

HE TOUCHED ME
OH, HE TOUCHED ME
AND OH THE JOY THAT FLOODS MY SOUL
SOMETHING HAPPENED
AND NOW I KNOW
HE TOUCHED ME
AND MADE ME WHOLE.

Have you been filled with the Holy Ghost since you have believed? The early apostles asked a christian: Acts 19:2 (King James Version)

"He said unto them, Have ye received the Holy Ghost since ye believed? And they said unto him, We have not so much as heard whether there be any Holy Ghost."

Do you remember the first time you recieved the Holy Ghost? I was 18 years old at a Shirley Ceasar concert in my hometown 1986. I was saved and baptized June 10, 1978 in my family church but I had never recieved the desire to behave as I saw others "buck dance" all over the church. How could they dance like that? I only wanted to know how to dance that way in church. You could obviously tell those who were parading around to show off their new clothes. But there were some people who had a level of joy that I could not understand. I prayed for eight years from the age of 12 to 18 for God to give me the Holy Ghost with fire. One night at the Shirley Ceasar concert the drummer gave the alter prayer. I begged and pleaded for God to give me the Holy Ghost. I held my hands up and closed my eyes and prayed aloud for God to give me the Holy Ghost. The tears began to flow and I felt my heart melt away. Someone came down and laid hands on my forehead and I remember a hot flash ran down my face to my feet and I fell on the floor. I tried to talk but all I could hear was a clear language that I did know coming out of my mouth. I could not stop speaking the words for about an hour. PRAISE THE LORD, I HAVE RECIEVED THE HOLY GHOST SINCE I BELIEVED!!!!

Been there....done that.

2009-04-01T19:44:00.000-07:00

Carleton Pearson, may God have mercy on your soul.

2009-03-27T20:37:00.000-07:00

Never in my life would I have dreamed the day I would see a man of God completely blinded by Satan. The former Bishop Carleton Pearson was a gospel preacher, pastor, evangelist and singer. Carleton made his greatest accomplishment promoting his singing events that highlighted the traditional black gospel songs used in the pentecostal / holiness churches in the United States. I recall going to see him as a boy at the New Life Christian Center in the early 80's. I always loved his spirit and vitality when leading others to praise God. Recently, Carleton Pearson appeared on the NBC news program Nightline debating the existence of satan. After viewing this program I only feel one thing, betrayal. The worse thing about the situation, Mr Pearson has betrayed God. Is this forgivable? All I can say is, Carleton, may God have mercy on your soul.

The Holy Ghost With Fire

2009-03-17T20:14:00.000-07:00

God is Good ALL THE TIME!!!!

2009-03-15T21:09:00.001-07:00

A Prophesy for Today

2009-02-21T17:58:00.000-08:00

Several years ago I had the opportunity to hear the late Apostle Nathan Simmons. He was preaching at a COGIC convocation in Milwaukee, WI. What an annointed man of God. Some may not agree with the laying on of hands or believe in the baptism of the Holy Ghost. The bible tells us in Acts 5:15 that people brought the sick into the streets and laid them on beds and mats so that at least Peter's shadow might fall on some of them as he passed by. When a person is consumed in the worship of God with the presence of the Holy Ghost, the transferance through touch is overwhelming. The Bible atests to the passing of an anointed persons shadow can trigger a movement of the Holy Ghost. (Acts 5:15) I thank God that I have been baptized in the Holy Ghost. My prayer nowadays is for God to give me a fresh anointing. This preacher passed away 6 or 7 years ago and he admonishes us today through his message to hold on inspite of the turmoil we have had in past 2 or 3 months. Let us continue to be in prayer for one another and remember, "there is nothing too hard for God."

Thank YOU LORD JESUS!!!!!!

2009-02-11T19:57:00.000-08:00

Now if he can praise God for it what are you waiting for?

Happy Valentine's Day

2009-02-01T19:45:00.000-08:00

"Every February, across the country, candy, flowers, and gifts are exchanged between loved ones, all in the name of St. Valentine. But who is this mysterious saint and why do we celebrate this holiday? The history of Valentine's Day — and its patron saint — is shrouded in mystery. But we do know that February has long been a month of romance. St. Valentine's Day, as we know it today, contains vestiges of both Christian and ancient Roman tradition. So, who was Saint Valentine and how did he become associated with this ancient rite? Today, the Catholic Church recognizes at least three different saints named Valentine or Valentinus, all of whom were martyred.
One legend contends that Valentine was a priest who served during the third century in Rome. When Emperor Claudius II decided that single men made better soldiers than those with wives and families, he outlawed marriage for young men — his crop of potential soldiers. Valentine, realizing the injustice of the decree, defied Claudius and continued to perform marriages for young lovers in secret. When Valentine's actions were discovered, Claudius ordered that he be put to death.
Other stories suggest that Valentine may have been killed for attempting to help Christians escape harsh Roman prisons where they were often beaten and tortured."

No matter what the history of Valentine's Day make sure you take the time to tell the Lord just how much you love him. We know that he loved us so much to give us his only son. For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son that whosoever believes in him shall not perish but have everlasting life. For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world but that the world through him might be saved (John 3:16 -17) God bless you beloved friends. I love you and there is nothing you can do about it.
References retrieved February 1, 2009 from http://www.history.com/content/valentine/history-of-valentine-s-day

Building Your Faith

2009-01-17T17:37:00.000-08:00

Hebrews 11:1 (KJV) Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. Very familiar verse, right. So, faith is substance plus evidence. Occasionally, friends and family members have a call on their life to serve a deeper purpose in Christ. We know that God has called them to ministry or work in the church. But they just can't see it. An inherent danger exists if you push a loved one to get involved in ministry or recognize that deeper calling. The friend or family member must see it for themselves according to their own "faith." Jesus gave us the example of how to allow another's faith to work in their own lives. Many believers are familiar with the story of the woman with the issue of blood in the 9th chapter of Matthew. The woman believed that if she could just touch the hem of Jesus clothes she would be made whole. In Matthew 9:22 Jesus tells the woman, "Daughter, be of good comfort; thy faith hath made thee whole. And the woman was made whole from that hour". Another familiar example is the story of blind Bartimaus in the 5th chapter of Mark. Bartimaus called out "Jesus, Son of David HAVE MERCY ON ME"! All of the people around tried to quiet him down and he cried out even louder. When Jesus heard the level of his faith Jesus told him to go, your faith has healed you. (Mark 5:52) I like the KJV which says, "And immediately he received his sight and followed Jesus IN THE WAY" Oooooh, Holy Ghost! (That's that COGIC flavor, huh.) Jesus never gave anyone faith. Jesus told those who believed that they were healed according to their faith. Although he was God in the flesh, Jesus gave the glory to God the father according to the faith of the believer. Believers in Christ should pray for each other to help build the level of faith needed to go into ministry or be healed or whatever the other believer wants from God. It is DANGEROUS to encourage or discourage someone into service for Christ if they do not have the faith for themselves. Prayer changes things and we must pray for one another and have the faith for one another to be healed and delivered. Remember my friends "there is nothing too hard for God." Be Blessed:)

Happy New Year 2009

2008-12-31T23:26:00.000-08:00

This weekend is my birthday and I am more happy than I have ever been. I usually try to forget my birthday because all my life I usually have to go back to school or work on or just before my birthday. This year my birthday falls on a weekend and I will be 42 years old. Hallelujah!!!! I'm gonna love being 42 it just seems like such a great age to be. Some people may try to call me young and I know I'm not. Some will say I'm old and I'm not. I am 42 years old and I absolutely love it. Life and everything about it is becoming so much clearer to me now. I thank God like the old folks used to say, "for lettin' my golden moments roll on a just a little while longer." I know the key is to keep Christ first in life and think on the good things. The Apostle Paul lets me know in the fourth chapter of Philippians how to stay happy and healthy. He writes:
Philippians 4 (Contemporary English Version)
1Dear friends, I love you and long to see you. Please keep on being faithful to the Lord. You are my pride and joy.

Paul Encourages the Lord's Followers:

"Euodia and Syntyche, you belong to the Lord, so I beg you to stop arguing with each other. 3And, my true partner, I ask you to help them. These women have worked together with me and with Clement and with the others in spreading the good news. Their names are now written in the book of life. Always be glad because of the Lord! I will say it again: Be glad. Always be gentle with others. The Lord will soon be here. Don't worry about anything, but pray about everything. With thankful hearts offer up your prayers and requests to God. Then, because you belong to Christ Jesus, God will bless you with peace that no one can completely understand. And this peace will control the way you think and feel.
Finally, my friends, keep your minds on whatever is true, pure, right, holy, friendly, and proper. Don't ever stop thinking about what is truly worthwhile and worthy of praise. You know the teachings I gave you, and you know what you heard me say and saw me do. So follow my example. And God, who gives peace, will be with you."

God bless you my friends and hope you have a blessed and prosperous 2009. Take Care:)

P.S. I don't know why the date hasn't changed on this post but today is actually January 1, 2009 2:45 a.m. HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!

Jesus said nothing so You can say it for Him - What a Word!

2008-12-29T19:51:00.000-08:00

First Year Anniversary of this blog

2008-12-23T21:08:00.000-08:00

Hi all,

A year ago I started this blog to communicate with members of my volunteer music ensemble. There has not been one response from any of them yet. Oh well. As the year draws to an end, I thank God for the opportunity to meditate on Christ in 2008. I hope I have been able to share some good word with someone. December 23, 2007 I started with 1 Peter 5:7 "Cast your cares on him for he cares for you." God does care for us he gave us his only begotten son Jesus the Christ to die for our sins. Thank God we live in a country that allows us to celebrate his miraculous Birthday. Continue in your walk with Christ my friends. I will continue to share the word of God with you but, I will also begin to chronicle my journey into the world of politics in the new year. God bless you all and have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Be Thankful and Bless His Name for the Lord is Good!

2008-11-29T16:16:00.000-08:00

Hello precious people,

Although Thanksgiving day is over I am reminded of the song that says "Everyday is a Day of Thanksgiving." Give God the praise everyday for all of the great things he has done for us. My precious little nephew was diagnosed with cancer in October www.caringbridge.org/visit/jaidentaylor but, I am thankful to God that he is doing better and that he is yet here with us. My best friend died on October 18th but thank God that he did not suffer and God is steadily healing my spirit after a such a sudden loss. No matter what we go through in life there is always something to be thankful for. Thank God for Psalms 100 which tells us to "enter into His gates with thanksgiving and into His courts with praise. Be thankful unto Him and bless His name for the Lord is Good. His mercy is everlasting and His truth endures to all generations." Praise the Lord for his unconditional love and basic instructions for his unmerited grace and mercy. Hallelujah to the Lamb of God!

It is Written, Matthew 4:1-11

2008-09-16T15:58:00.000-07:00

Matthew 4
The Temptation of Jesus
1Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the desert to be tempted by the devil. 2After fasting forty days and forty nights, he was hungry. 3The tempter came to him and said, "If you are the Son of God, tell these stones to become bread."
4Jesus answered, "It is written: 'Man does not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.'[a]"

5Then the devil took him to the holy city and had him stand on the highest point of the temple. 6"If you are the Son of God," he said, "throw yourself down. For it is written:
" 'He will command his angels concerning you,
and they will lift you up in their hands,
so that you will not strike your foot against a stone.'[b]"

7Jesus answered him, "It is also written: 'Do not put the Lord your God to the test.'[c]"

8Again, the devil took him to a very high mountain and showed him all the kingdoms of the world and their splendor. 9"All this I will give you," he said, "if you will bow down and worship me."

10Jesus said to him, "Away from me, Satan! For it is written: 'Worship the Lord your God, and serve him only.'[d]"

11Then the devil left him, and angels came and attended him.

Oh my friends, I am annointed to minister to you. Through the blessing of technology, God has allowed me to share the word of God with you. Matthew tells us that you, like Jesus, can be taken by the Spirit to be tempted by the devil. To take it further the devil can take you to different areas of your life and tempt you to forsake your worship of the true and living God. Just tell the devil, "it is written..." he hates it when you hit him with the truth about God. We will be tempted and assaulted every day of our lives if we continue worshiping Yahweh. What beautiful names we have for our God. Jesus shows us through this passage in the book of Matthew how to go through the difficult of situations. He was tired, hungry, dehydrated, and immersed in worshipping God. Hold fast to your faith my friends. Know that the people you consider the best of friends will one day be used of the devil to pierce your heart. There will be dissapointments and betrayals but, you can always look the devil in the face and say, "devil, "IT IS WRITTEN..." God Bless you my friends and have a Great Day:)

I know the Lord Will make a Way, Yes He Will!

2008-08-25T20:25:00.001-07:00

Giants Do Die

2008-08-23T17:56:00.000-07:00

Thank God for the Holy Ghost

2008-08-07T21:41:00.000-07:00

Thank God for sending us the comforter. As a new school year begins I am thankful to God for giving me the Holy Ghost to keep me in all situations. I pray that the blood of Jesus will cover each and every teacher, administrator, cafeteria worker, bus driver, custodian and faculty member in our nations schools. I pray that everyone is well rested and prepared for a productive new school year.

Faith Deliverance Christian Fellowship Conference 2008

2008-08-01T21:30:00.000-07:00

The Faith Deliverance Christian Fellowship Conference was held at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington N.C July 23 - 25. FDCF is a group of churches in VA, MD, N.C. and California under the spiritual guidance of Bishop Barbara M. Amos, D.Div, Founder and presiding Prelate. The host church this year was the Descending Dove Christian Center, Pastors Angel and Antonio Wellington (both NSU alumni) On Thursday morning July 24, the Holy Ghost rested in the conference center heavily. The atmosphere was so charged and peaceful, even after the benediction no one left the room. The entire conference was a blessed event and each service was entirely different and anointed. My pastor, Sharon S. Riley, led the conference goers in praise and worship with all the fervor of David and Asaph the biblical psalmists On Friday night which was the official night, Bishop Amos delivered a powerful message encouraging the body of Christ to stay in formation. I was privileged to travel with Mr Fears "Chief" on his 83rd birthday to see one of his former students, Pastor Antonio Wellington in action. When we returned to the hotel I was blessed to run into a gentleman and his family that was a former member of Faith Deliverance in the early 90's. God blessed me to talk with him and his wife while we reminisced over his time in Norfolk in the military. He was so moved by what he learned under Bishop Amos that he said he was going to start going back to church in Memphis, Tennessee where he now lives. To God Be The Glory! There is definitely a rumbling under our feet.

Hold to God's Unchanging Hand

2008-07-13T22:55:00.000-07:00

HOLD TO GOD’S UNCHANGING HAND
Arranged by Keith McCutchen
Chorus:
Hold to His hand, God’s unchanging hand
Hold to His hand, God’s unchanging hand
Build your hope on things eternal (3 times)
Hold to God’s unchanging hand
Verse 1:
Time is filled with swift transition
Naught on earth you cannot stand
Build your hopes on things eternal
Hold to God’s unchanging hand
Back to Chorus
Verse 2:
Trust in Him who will not leave you
Whatsoever years may bring
If by earthly friends forsaken
Still more closely to him cling
But you’ve got to hold
Back to Chorus
Verse 3:
When your journey is completed
If to God you have been true
Fair and bring your home in glory
Your enraptured soul will view
You’ve got to hold

Sometimes Ol' Skool is the Best

2008-06-19T13:22:00.000-07:00

Never, Never, Never Give Up

2008-06-03T18:57:00.000-07:00

Luke 18
The Story of the Widow Who Would Not Give Up
1 Jesus told his disciples a story. He wanted to show them that they should always pray and not give up. 2 He said, "In a certain town there was a judge. He didn't have any respect for God or care about people. 3 A widow lived in that town. She came to the judge again and again. She kept begging him, 'Make things right for me. Someone is doing me wrong.'
4 "For some time the judge refused. But finally he said to himself, 'I don't have any respect for God. I don't care about people. 5 But this widow keeps bothering me. So I will see that things are made right for her. If I don't, she will wear me out by coming again and again!' "

6 The Lord said, "Listen to what the unfair judge says.

7 "God's chosen people cry out to him day and night. Won't he make things right for them? Will he keep putting them off? 8 I tell you, God will see that things are made right for them. He will make sure it happens quickly.

"But when the Son of Man comes, will he find people on earth who have faith?"

On this day Senator Barack Obama has won the nomination as the National Democratic Candidate for President of the United States. Every Saved, Sanctified, Bible believing, Borned-again, tongue talking, Holy Ghost-filled, washed in the Blood Saint of the Almighty God should pray for the safety of this man and the protection of our Country. I believe wholeheartedly that politics should never be the basis for the word of God proclaimed from the pulpit. A very wise man who pastored my family church for 54 years once told me, "Boy, Preach the word. Preach on the Cross and stay under the blood!" This one of my early memories of God calling me to the ministry. Rev. Dr. A.R. Walker was 98 when he passed on in 1991. He was a very wise man of God and I will forever be thankful to have known him until his death. Every one should be in constant prayer to God for this Nation. Inspired by the Holy Ghost, Luke illustrates the story Jesus told about the unjust Judge and the widow. The Judge is a political figure. I am not sure what the political climate was in the region but our Lord always chose topics that would get the peoples attention. He used a political figure to tell us that we should never give up our prayer life for no man. The Lord tells us to "listen to what the unfair judge says." How much more will our Heavenly Father hear his childrens cry than this unjust judge hear the old widow. Please Pray for the future of the United States of America. God Bless America!!!!!! One Nation, under God, indivisible with Liberty and justice for all.

Standing on the Promises of God

2008-05-19T18:16:00.000-07:00

Standing on the promises of Christ my King
Through eternal ages let His praises ring.
Glory in the Highest I will shout and sing
STANDING ON THE PROMISES OF GOD!!

H.A.L.T.

2008-05-14T20:01:00.000-07:00

Key Scripture: Matthew 24:43 Homeowners never know when a thief is coming, and they are always on guard to keep one from breaking in.

DANGER POINTS!

Here are 3 danger points at which the enemy will attack you: (1) Weariness. Old Testament times the “birthright” meant you inherited twice as much of your father’s estate. Normally Esau wouldn’t have considered selling his birthright, but he did in a state of exhaustion. Weariness can cause you to lose perspective and make decisions based on what’s convenient, rather than what’s good for you in the long term. Remember the H.A.L.T. sign: when you’re Hungry, Angry, Lonely or Tired you’re vulnerable, and you’ll make bad decisions. (2) Excitement. King Herod was seduced by a dancing girl, threw caution to the wind and said, “Whatever you ask me, I will give you (Mark 6:23). She asked for the head of John the Baptist. And since he was king, Herod couldn’t go back on his word. That moment of indulgence cost Herod his kingdom and his life. Be careful where you go looking for excitement, and how you react when you find it. It can cost you the game! (3) Discouragement. In a moment of discouragement Peter did what he swore he’d never do: deny his Lord. Discouragement can make you say things you don’t mean and do things that are out of character. Jude writes, “Carefully build yourselves up in this most holy faith by praying in the Holy Spirit, staying right at the center of God’s love (Jude 20). Esau’s weariness, Herod’s excitement, and Peter’s discouragement are what Jesus had in mind when He said, “If the master of the house had known what hour the thief would come, he would have watched.”

Chief sends…

I just LOVE to have Church

2008-05-03T14:19:00.000-07:00

What do you expect when you walk into church?

Acts 2: 1-4 says. "When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. 2Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from heaven and filled the whole house where they were sitting. 3They saw what seemed to be tongues of fire that separated and came to rest on each of them. 4All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues[a] as the Spirit enabled them."
On Monday, April 28, 2008 at 4:10 p.m. I stood outside of the post office in the Driver Section of Suffolk and heard the sound of a rushing mighty wind. I had no idea it was a tornado about 100 ft away. Listening to this You Tube clip the sound is very similar to the sound of that wind.

My pastor has reminded us that Sunday, May 11, 2008 is Pentecost Sunday as well as Mother's Day. Give God the praise in your own way!!!!!!!!!

Cast Your Cares

2008-04-12T19:10:00.000-07:00

1 Peter 5:7 tells us to "cast our cares on Jesus for He cares for you." How many people do you know that can handle that? I believe that worry is the enemy of faith. To worry about anything in life is like saying, " God I know you can do it, but I just don't know." Two principles should hold up every believers faith.
1. There is nothing too hard for God.
and
2. When in doubt refer to principle one.

Please join us in rehearsal on Wednesday night at 6:30. We will be rehearsing with Kiononia and Selah.

Peace and Blessings
Minister Woodis

T'is So Sweet to Trust in Jesus

2008-03-26T22:28:00.000-07:00

Jesus said, "In my name...."

2008-03-26T21:58:00.000-07:00

Jesus gave you the power to use for his glory.

Happy Black History Month

2008-02-28T20:49:00.000-08:00

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Emails from a Good Friend

2008-02-21T19:45:00.000-08:00

This is an email I recieved from a good friend. Enjoy!

It is Well With My Soul

2008-02-18T20:13:00.000-08:00

This month is designated as "Black History Month" in the United States. The main thread that has maintained the continuity of people of African descent in America is their steadfast faith and dependency on Jesus Christ. The expression of that dependenccy and faith is seen through gospel music and spirituals. Once a week, I will continue to post topics on our Bible study classes but each day I will attempt to feature a current and classic clip of some of my favorite hymns, spirituals and gospel songs. ENJOY!

I have seen the downfall of Satan......

2008-02-17T18:03:00.000-08:00

Just how far have we come as a people? All of us are responsible for where we are today as a country. You say that you weren't even born during the Civil Rights era? That may be true, but don't we all benefit from what was accomplished? February 21, 2008 will mark the 43rd anniversary of the assassination of Malcolm X. This gentleman spoke the truth during a time when many blacks as well as whites did not want to know the truth. Even today much of what he said is as poignant now as it was in 1963. My point is this, I am seeking Jesus with the same fervor that Malcolm X sought justice for African - Americans. Oh we know our rights or at least we should know them. We have the benefits and we certainly can not be denied the opportunity. Now is the time to fight the devil with the same level of fervor that Malcolm speaks of in this clip. "And from the days of John the Baptist until now the kingdom of Heaven suffereth violence and the violent take it by force." Matthew 11:12. Never, never, never, never give up the fight saints of God. "To God be the glory for the great things he has done!" Hallelujah to the Lamb of God.

Malcolm X would have been 79 years old

2008-02-16T22:30:00.000-08:00

The young lions do lack and suffer hunger, but they that seek the Lord shall not want any good thing. Psalms 34:10

Watch!!!!!

2008-02-10T20:04:00.000-08:00

The Day and Hour Unknown
"No one knows about that day or hour, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father. Be on guard! Be alert! You do not know when that time will come. It's like a man going away: He leaves his house and puts his servants in charge, each with his assigned task, and tells the one at the door to keep watch.
Therefore keep watch because you do not know when the owner of the house will come back—whether in the evening, or at midnight, or when the rooster crows, or at dawn. If he comes suddenly, do not let him find you sleeping. What I say to you, I say to everyone: 'Watch!' " Mark 13:32-37 (NIV) Keep your eyes on the prize. Jesus told everyone to "Be on alert." That means no one has time to take a break. You must mean "heaven all the way." No matter what it takes or where you are in your walk with the Lord endeavor to be closer to him. Read the Holy Bible daily and spend time communicating with the Lord. This is how you watch and ensure that you are ready. Seek to hear from him everyday and when you get there seek to hear from him 3 times a day and when you get there seek to hear from him every 2 hours, then every hour and every 30 min. Abide in Jesus every minute of every day. "The Spirit of the Lord gives Life" Hallelujah to the Lamb of God. There will be no rehearsal this week 2/13/08. We will rehearse next Wednesday 2/20/08. God Bless.

Are you ashamed of the Gospel?

2008-01-26T21:18:00.000-08:00

I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes: first for the Jew, then for the Gentile. For in the gospel a righteousness from God is revealed, a righteousness that is by faith from first to last, just as it is written: "The righteous will live by faith." (Romans 1:16-17)NIV

Are you ashamed of the Gospel of Jesus Christ? Be honest with yourself. The Apostle Paul was honest with himself and with everyone else when he wrote this passage to the Christians in Rome through this letter. Christians sometimes have to find a connecting concept to somehow make their faith fit the culture that we live in. Often times fellow believers will preface everything they say with "God willing...." for example I've heard some say "God willing I hope I get over this flu soon" or something of that nature. Well it is God's will that we "proper and be in good health even as our soul prospers" 3 John 1:2 (not tryin to give a prosperity plug here) The point is the Gospel of Jesus should be the air we breath. The birth, the life, the death, the resurrection and the second coming of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ is the power of God to save every believer. Are you afraid someone may call you a Jesus freak or Holy roller? The world says that people who believe in God do so out of desparation or they must be facing some kind of life changing event. They are right. Romans 1:17 says it: For in the gospel a righteousness from God is revealed, a righteousness that is by faith from first to last, just as it is written: "The righteous WILL LIVE by faith." Hallelujah to the Lamb of God!!!!!
This was my homework assignment from the ministry leaders Bible study class. See you in rehearsal on Wednesday night. Music: Sweet Hour of Prayer, Total Praise, Fanfare and Hymn A Mighty Fortress, Just A Closer Walk. Be prepared to take pictures Wednesday after rehearsal.

Each one Reach One

2008-01-18T18:11:00.000-08:00

Every one in the instrumental music ministry should make this a part of their personal mission for the new year. What a great way break the ice into evangelism than to invite a fellow musician to join us in rehearsal. Every borned-again believer in Christ is responsible to evangelize. Mark 16:15 says, "Go ye into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature." That means all of us. There does not have to be a pulpit and you don't need the exegetical skills of John Wesley or Martin Luther. We all just need to make a start and "Go......." Let the Holy Spirit take the lead. See you in rehearsal.

To evangelize or not to evangelize

2008-01-12T19:15:00.000-08:00

How many great Evangelists from the present or past can you name? I used to feel that evangelizing meant passing out tracts in the street and witnessing to homeless people. Yes, the homeless need to hear the gospel of Jesus as well as a hot meal and necessities of life but the Bible is clear on what evangelism really means. The 28th Chapter of Matthew verses 19 and 20 are known as the "Great Commission." It states: Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age." (Matthew 28:19-2O, NIV) Hallelujah!
This sounds like a directive to me rather than a request. When I think of modern day evangelist a few names come to mind; Billy Graham, T.D. Jakes, Joel Osteen, Joyce Meyer, Benny Hinn... the list goes on and on. As I look at these women and men of God I have to size them up based on the directive of the Bible and see where I can fit in and make a difference. What can you do this year to do more evangelizing? or have you already started? Music for 1/16 {Crown Him With Many Crowns, Just a Closer Walk, WE HAVE 2 NEW PIECES} Leave me a comment. Peace and Blessings.

No Sweat

2008-01-10T18:04:00.000-08:00

There is no need to sweat anything in life. The giants that are overwhelming to you are nothing but a speck of dust to God. Thank God for the anointed women and men of God that he raises up to be Pastors and Deacons and Evangelists to help keep our souls at peace. I have come to realize that the only time strain and /or pressure effects my life is when there is another master at work. The first step to fixing the problem is clear recognition, then confession, then correction and finally eviction. It's time to clear the air. (Philippians 4:8) Whatsoever is true, honest, pure, of good report, if there be any virtue if there be ANY PRAISE (Hallelujah) THINK ON THESE THINGS. God bless you my friends:)

Happy Birthday to You!!!

2008-01-06T12:03:00.000-08:00

Ok, it may not be your birthday, but it is mine. I could not have asked for a better birthday present than to hear that Senator Barrack Obama had won the Iowa caucus. What a great history making event. He is a breath of fresh air in the political arena. He is genuine and speaks a message that everyone can support. What is politics in the beginning anyway but a bunch of talk? As the listeners and constituents, we have to be the sifters and figure out who's real and who's not. Barrack seems to be the most real candidate we've seen in a long time. I ask every borned-again believer in Jesus Christ to pray for him that God will protect him and be with us throughout this entire process. We have nothing to fear. My pastor gave a powerful message recently from Isaiah 41:10: "Fear thou not for I am with thee. Be not not dismayed for I am thy God. I will strengthen thee, yea. I will help thee, yea. I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteosness." She also made it the lyrics of a beloved worship song that I have been singing in my heart every since I heard it. There is no need for us to fear when God is on our side.

Hallelujah!!!!!!

Refuse to be down. Love and laugh!

2008-01-02T14:10:00.000-08:00

Never let anyone or any situation take your joy. Some people are not happy until everyone around them is miserable. Refuse to be downcast. Refuse to let anyone check you for being positive. Love and laugh always. Know that God is on your side. Read Isaiah 41:10. Read the story of Abraham and Sara in Genesis. Sarah said that "the Lord has made me to laugh...." because he made the impossible possible. He gave her a baby at the age of 90 something. In this new year make it your business to love and laugh more. Cast your cares on God. He has big broad shoulders and strong arms. When you give him your burdens he will trade you for his garment of praise. Then you can LAUGH as long as you want to. Praise the Lord Saints!!!

Happy New Year

2007-12-31T11:34:00.000-08:00

How much more will things change for us in 2008? We have an election coming up for a new President. For the first time we have a woman and a person of color seeking the opportunity to run for President. Let's continue holding each other up before God in prayer. No matter how much things change they tend to remain the same. Is this country ready to accept the real possiblility of a "colored man" running the American government? Can we face the future of having a woman in charge of the United States?
I know that "with God all things are possible" and the more Americans that come to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ the better off we will be. Jesus has been born, "the GOVERNMENT is on his shoulders and his name is Wonderful Counselor...." There is no need to fear for God is on our side Isa. 41:10. HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYBODY!!!

Blessed are they that mourn

2007-12-29T00:05:00.000-08:00

I really had no idea who Benazir Bhutto political effects of her death. There seems to be a lot of finger pointing and hear say going on concerning all of the details surrounding what happened. One thing is certain, a life was lost due to violence and that is not the will of God. My heart goes out to the family and all those who mourn because of this woman's untimely death. The bible says in Matthew 5:4 Blessed are they that mourn for they will be comforted. I pray for Gods grace and mercy while many more come to realize that God's promises are binding and he has already begun to comfort all who mourn.

Something for the Christmas Blues

2007-12-25T10:02:00.000-08:00

Phil 4:8 says " Bretheren, whatsoever are true, honest, pure, lovely, of good report, if there be any virtue, if there by any praise; think on these things" This is how we keep are hearts and minds focused in the right places. The source of most conflict in life centers around the lust of the eye, the lust of the flesh and the pride of life. These senses can be deadened if you focus on what Paul mentioned in Phillipians 4:8. That's some really good advice from the best book in the world, Holy Bible. Praise God that today is Christmas and we have the day off. Halleluiah!!!!! Merry Christmas.

Merry Christmas

2007-12-24T13:28:00.000-08:00

"Laughter does good like a medicine", That's what the bible says. Make sure you laugh hard and often this Chrismas. Be merry in your heart. Its a birthday celebration for the greatest gift to the world, my friend, Jesus the Christ. Hope he is your friend too.

As the leaves use sunlight

2007-12-23T23:15:00.000-08:00

There is no reason to ever dwell on the past. No matter where we are in life it is always best to treat the past the way the leaves of a tree use sunlight. Let it pass right through you and only use what is necessary to sustain life. Make a commitment today to never go through life the same way. Everything your life that has been done around you or to you can only be repeated. If the results were bad the first time you can rest assure they will be horrible the second time. Place the past in God's hands and let him turn it into sunshine to use for your future. Cast your cares on Jesus for he cares for you (1 Peter 5:7).