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Yesterday a message was posted about a sister/friend/minister who has impacted my life that motivated me to continue pressing forward toward the mark of the high call of Jesus Christ. From that story it was impressed upon me to provide those times when a few others had encouraged me to move forward. Nevertheless, even though some of them meant well and saw something greater in me, it was not in God’s will. After I was baptized with the Holy Spirit around 1986, some gifts were

Dr. Revardale Middleton ~ 5-2-26 “Fully Committed” Dr. Revardale Middleton graduated with her master’s in divinity in May 2016 and completed her Doctorate in May 2017. We ran into each other in 2018 when I attended my cousin’s graduation ceremony at the same school. It can be said that Revardale is a little ole country girl from a rural area in Georgia. She may be unknown to many but she earned a doctorate degree and when her season was finished in North Carolina, Revardale

Opening the eyes of the Blind. There is a controversy by some scholars when it comes to certain scriptures Several of the scriptures are believed by them is Jesus is talking about hell. I wrote about the: 1) Ten Virgins (five were wise and five were foolish (Matthew 25:1-13), 2) the man who was not properly dressed at the wedding feast (Matthew 22:1-15), 3) the talents (Matthew 25:14-30), 4) those who said they prophesied and cast out demons in Jesus name (Matthew 7:21-23).

No Big I’s and little you’s in God's church So, the last will be first, and the first last. For many are called, but few chosen (Matthew 20:16). This refers to the obedience of those who God called to salvation to rule and reign in His Kingdom. Many are called to salvation, but few are chosen to rule and reign (Matthew 25:14-30). What does this mean? Those who fulfilled God’s purpose for their lives will rule and reign. Some chose not to walk in obedience. A few things could

Order in God’s House Someone wrote a few weeks ago that the word office is not in the Bible. It appeared that they were referring to what is called the five fold ministry offices in Ephesians 4:11. First of all, the Word says the church [was founded/established] having been built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ Himself being the chief Cornerstone (Ephesians 2:10). The Bible never said the church was founded (established) on the evangelist, pastor

“Well Done” is what Jesus will say to those who served wholeheartedly. God’s principles of Sowing and Reaping have been given to man since the beginning of time. Example: Then God blessed them, and God said to them, Be fruitful and multiply; fill the earth and subdue it; have dominion over the fish of the sea, over the birds of the air, and over every living thing that moves on the earth (Genesis 1:28). The Lord has called us to be good stewards, which means to manage whateve

How Much Do You Love Jesus? This is a challenge to test the Christian’s genuine love for Jesus Christ. These are some scriptures that determine how much God’s people love Him. Some of the commands from Jesus- If you love Me, keep My commandments (John 14:15). Love each other- By this all will know that you are My disciples if you have love for one another (John 13:35). Love your neighbor- Jesus said to him, You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all yo

Last Sunday a message was posted about “When and How Do You Worship” Sunday night I was looking at one of Charles Stanley’s older messages which was conformation for this message to be written. There are many ways to worship the Lord. In fact, our worship should be a lifestyle. Today’s message is a piggy back from that one. One of the ways of worshipping God is through our generous giving. Today there are four connecting, relating and supporting scriptures that will be used:

Who is Your God/god? In continuing with the faith messages, I believe the Lord wants His people to have an awareness of how far off course some may have gotten by putting their confidence in people rather than putting their trust in God. It is better to trust in the Lord than to put confidence in man. It is better to trust in the Lord than to put confidence in princes (Psalm 118:8-9). From my experience over the years the Lord has allowed me to see how many people look more

Unpacking and Trashing the Bad Contents Yesterday the message was about dead works which result in loss of rewards. This has been written before, but I want to put more emphasis and add what wasn’t in a previous message. I wrote about parables pertaining to works, assignments, gifts, stewardship or managing what the Lord had entrusted to His servants, which meant that these people belonged to Him. They had a relationship with Jesus. I am going to use the parable in Matthew si

Dead Works/No Rewards This message is posted for the people of God to do a personal examination and be honest about their faith walk, instead of being in denial. You may as well be honest, because faith and works go hand in hand, and your walk will reveal who you really are. For instance, many words come from a person’s mouth, but the way they conduct themselves is different. Below are examples of people who stood before Christ to give account of their works; stewardship of w

Little Faith, Little Works If you have faith in people to believe whatever they say is true, and faith to sit on a chair without falling (etc.), why can’t you have faith in God. Is it because you cannot see God? Well, that is a cop out! God can be seen in creation: For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who suppress the truth in unrighteousness, because what may be known of God is manifest in them, for God has shown

Are You Denying The Power of God? Guess who can be fooled (deceived) quicker than men? Women of, Course! Husbands, likewise, dwell with them with understanding, giving honor to the wife, as to the weaker vessel, and as being heirs together of the grace of life, that your prayers may not be hindered (1 Peter 3:7). Paul wrote to Timothy who was a young pastor in Ephesus. Timothy was surrounded by false teachings, and he was being persecuted for his belief. Paul was encouraging

When and How Do You Worship When: Paul said the first day of the week. What about people who have jobs and cannot get to church on that day? I have always believed that God means for His people to be with His saints in some way or the other. How: As God has prospered you (1 Corinthians 16:2). Wouldn’t that be a certain percent? Tithing is still a principle for today. The Word of God is not contradictory nor has His principles changed. The devil has influenced many people an

The Road to Restoration: Celebrating the Changes Suzanne and Betty This girlie and I met around 2016 at a church in the town where we both resided. We bonded immediately and for the next five years our friendship flourished. Trips to the mountains in North Carolina, to her hometown (Tarboro), and the famous African American town of Princeville next door to Tarboro. Lillington was another place we traveled together to visit my cousin in a Nursing Home. She also was a part of o

The Joy That Comes With a Transformed Life! The powerful and dynamic role of the Holy Spirit should be evidenced in the life of all born again believers. Although some do not understand, He still is in their life because He lives in them. In Touch from Charles Stanley- Paul was firmly convinced that having the Person of the Holy Spirit living in him that God’s power was available to him and it’s available for us too. Jesus tells His disciples about the coming of the Holy Spi

This is to bring clarity to Acts 4:12. Nor is there salvation in any other, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved. The Holy Spirit is the One who baptizes (brings) us into Christ. For by one Spirit we were all baptized into one body—whether Jews or Greeks, whether slaves or free—and have all been made to drink into one Spirit (1 Corinthians 12:13). God raised Jesus from the dead: that if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus a

God the Father, God the Son, God the Spirit - THREE in ONE Creation- Then God said, “Let Us" make man in Our image, according to Our likeness; let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, over the birds of the air, and over the cattle, over all the earth and over every creeping thing that creeps on the earth” (Genesis 1:26). The earth was without form, and void; and darkness was on the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God was hovering over the face of the waters (Gen

Little Understanding, Little Effectiveness! A Lack of Understanding Hinders Spiritual Growth Before I post the scripture that is misinterpreted in Acts 4:12, it is necessary to do and introductory when it comes to having a lack of understanding when it comes to the Holy Spirit. Like the Father and the Son, He has always been and He will always be! Shortly after my new birth, the King James Version was all I was familiar with and many years later other versions became part of

Who is the Holy Spirit/Ghost? Early this morning, there was a change of plans as to what message to post today. The Lord wants His people to understand the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is misunderstood by many believers. The reason I know this is because of certain things that are said about Him, which is indicative of these people’ lack of knowledge and understanding. From what I saw this past week, I feel the Lord would have me to do a few more messages explaining His deity