Free

What does it mean to be free? It means that we:

(have)Faith in God 

Resist the devil

Emulate Christ

Excited about our relationship with Christ

Are you free?

TobyMac - Me Without You

Life without you

TobyMac did a song called Me without you. In the song He gives different analogies of  how life would be without the Lord. You may not be a TobyMac fan but can you image your life without the Lord? I know I can not. But the song did make me think. Have I taken my relationship with the Lord for granted? Am I still as passionate about him as  I was when I first became a Christian? Is He still number one or have I let, family, work and church activity take His place?

With all we have going on, let us not take our Lord for grant. Let us be ever mindful that life without him would not amount to much.  Never miss an opportunity to love on the Lord and thank Him for salvation and the infilling of the Holy Spirit.


Also I will post the video Me Without You by TobyMac be sure to check it out.

Many blessing  from A Father's Heart 4 You Miniseries and the Haynes Family!

You have Value

Donnie McClurkin sings" We Come This far by Faith"

This song has been ringing in my spirit. In spite of it all I am still here. No matter what others think of me I'm going trust him and treat everybody right because I have come this far by faith. My faith is in Him alone.

Matt Redman- We Are the Free

Freedom

John 8:36English Standard Version (ESV)
³⁶ So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.

I am enjoying my freedom in Christ. I refuse to be bound by sin or even the religion and traditions of men. Christ died for me to be free. Free to serve and worship the one true and living  God. I am free to live by the guiding of the Holy  Spirit.

Today I challenge you to walk in the freedom Christ died for. Don't live bound one more day. Christ set you free now walk in it.

Holy Spirit | Holy Spirit You Are Welcome Here | Your Presence Lord

Holy Spirit our Intercessor

Romans 8:26-27New International Version (NIV)
²⁶ In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us through wordless groans. ²⁷ And he who searches our hearts knows the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for God’s people in accordance with the will of God.

I am so glad that the Holy Spirit is my intercessor. When we are weak He is there to help us through intercession.

Have you ever faced a time when you found it difficult to know what to pray  or how to pray? I know I have, and it is at those times that I am so thankful for the Holy Spirit.  We need to pray the will of God in every circumstance and situation and the Spirit of God is here to help the believer. It is in these times that the Holy Spirit will lay certain desires or burdens upon our hearts in such a way  that we can not rest until we pray them out.

The Holy Spirit can touch and change our hearts so that we are praying God's will earnestly. We need the power of the Holy the Spirit to infuse our prayer lives.

Special Prayer

Today I pray for every person who will visit this site. I pray that the blessings of God will run them down and over take them. I pray that every need will be met and body healed in Jesus name.  I pray that the spirit of depression will loose your people and that the joy of the Lord which is their strength will be renewed.

Some of us know people who are struggling with addiction they need your mighty hand to deliver them.  Bring deliverance and salvation to their hearts.

We need your Holy Spirit and the manifestation of your great power in our lives,  homes, families and communities. Strengthen your people that we might be able to stand and having done all stand.

Above all we need you. We can not make it without you. With you all things are possible.
We love you and we  are grateful for your grace and mercy.

Bless these your people in Jesus name amen.

Feeling bless

Holy Spirit

John 14:16 Holy Spirit our Advocate

In John 14:16 Jesus refer to the Holy Spirit as advocate. The scripture reads “And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another advocate to help you and be with you forever “. We can clearly see that another way the Holy Spirit helps us is by being our advocate.

An Advocate is one who supports, recommend, or champions for a certain cause or person.  During Biblical times when the Romans were in control the Jewish people where not often familiar with all the Romans laws and language so sometimes a Roman advocate would be hired (see an example of this in Acts 24:1). Jesus perhaps used this term to describe one of the functions of the Holy Spirit because the Jews were familiar with what an advocate did and how important it would be to have an advocate.

The Holy Spirit can help us as we seek to understand and know God. While we may not be familiar with the ways of God He is. He (the Holy Spirit) is not just familiar with the ways of God but the Holy Spirit is a part of the Trinity. We need the Holy Spirit to champion for us.

 His job is to help us become deeply intimate with the Father.  The Holy Spirit is our advocate He is our support. We need an advocate who not only knows the heart of the Father but can make known the heart of the Father to us.

John 14:26

John 14:26 AMP

But the ^[a]Helper (Comforter, Advocate, Intercessor—Counselor, Strengthener, Standby), the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name [in My place, to represent Me and act on My behalf], He will teach you all things. And He will help you remember everything that I have told you.

The Holy Spirit is the third part of the Holy Trinity. The Holy Spirit is very important in the life of the believer. The Holy Spirit is our helper here on this earth. WE need Him. The Amplified Bible gives us ways the Holy Spirit can help us. Over the next week we will look at the six ways the Holy Spirt can help us.

He is a comforter. In life there will be times that we all need to be comforted. During those times the only real comfort we get will be from the Holy Spirit. No matter much people try to comfort us there will be those time when the Spirit will our true source of comfort. For me this was during the time right after I lost my mother. The Holy Spirit was a true comforter. Many of nights the Spirit would give me a song to sing or a verse to read to comfort my aching heart.

If you are in need of comfort I challenge you to rest in the arms of the Spirit and allow Him to breath comfort to your spirit, soul and body.

Oneness

John 1:1-3New International Version (NIV)

In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. ² He was with God in the beginning. ³ Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made.

It is amazing that both John and Genesis start the same in the beginning. We see in John that the Word was present in the beginning. John says the Word was with God and was God. The Word is just as divine as God they are one. John was letting us know that Jesus was the Word [(14) The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth}.  Jesus and the Father are one. {John³⁰ I and the Father are one.”}  Must importantly Jesus prayed that we too would be one with Him and the Father. {John 17:20-21} My prayer is not for them alone. I pray also for those who will believe in me through their message, ²¹ that all of them may be one, Father, just as you are in me and I am in you. May they also be in us so that the world may believe that you have sent me. This is my heart desire to have this type of relationship with Elohim.

I pray for true intimacy in our relationship with God. That we settle for nothing less. In Jesus name amen.

Isaiah 43:12

Isaiah 43 :12I have the declared  and save,I have proclaimed anthere was no foreign god  among you; therefore you are my witnesses says Lord, that I am God.

Did you know that by the life you lead you are a witness to the world that God is God. When people see you they should know that our God is real because they see is his presence and feel his glory when you enter their space. Today I challenge you to be a witness before the world that our God, is the one true and living God. I'm talking about the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. The God who sent his only begotten son so that you and I might have eternal life.

Matt. 5:14

Matthew 5:14-16New International Version (NIV)

¹⁴ “You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. ¹⁵ Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. ¹⁶ In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.

We live in world where darkness is present, but as the body of Christ we can expel darkness when we show up. We are the light of the world. We must be will to let our light shine.  How selfish of us to try and hid our light or allow fear and intimidation to cause us to shrink back. There are people hurting confused and in need of the light of God’s word, love and presence. We carry that!!

The true purpose of letting our light shine is so that God can be glorified. It is not about us but living in a way that God is glorified by those you encounter us.

Today challenge yourself to let your light shine. Live in a way that other see your life and begin to glorify your God in heaven.

Prayer of Thanks

Father today we just celebrate you for who you are & we thank you for the many blessings you put my loves. Thank you for bringing us this far on our journey.  Let us always be mindful of the many blessings you have poured upon our lives. We are forever  grateful for your son Jesus Christ through whom we have the forgiveness of sin. Thank you for the precious Holy Spirit who lives in leading us and guiding us into the truth of who you are and all you've done for us. We pray for our families, our communities and our nation. We pray that the hearts of men and women; young and old will be turned to you oh God. Thank you for your mighty hand of protection and we ask that you continually watch over us and keep us safe.. In Jesus name amen!

Be Encouraged

Today I want to encourage you. No matter what you are facing God is able to see you through. You must simply call on Him & trust Him. He came that we might have life, more abundantly. He is the faithful high priest. Today beloved trust him with your life and all the issues of life. He knows what you have need of. His timing is perfect! Be bless

Big Daddy Weave - "Redeemed" (Official Music Video)

Praise God. No matter what others think or say I praise Him because I am REDEEMED!!!

Newsboys - We Believe (Official Music Video)

Power of Influence

Acts 13:50 But the Jews incited the devout, prominent women and the leading men of the city, and instigated persecution against Paul and Barnabas, and drove them forcibly out of their district.

Why was it that the Jews went to the women first? The same spirit that was present when Eve was tricked in the garden was present here when the Jew incited (KJV reads stirred up) these women.

We first must take notice that these were women who loved and feared God. They were women who were well know or important in the area. These women I believe really wanted to do what was right in God’s sight.

What was about these women, Eve and all women that causes the enemy to try and sway us? Our gift of the power of influence.  Women have been trusted with the power of influence.  Most mothers understand the power of influence for we are daily influencing our children.

But we must be careful because influence is not manipulation. Influence is the capacity to have an effect on the character, development, or behavior of someone or something. While manipulation seeks to control or change someone’s behavior through underhanded, deceptive, or abusive tactics.

Influence will seek good not evil, it will seek to build up not tear down it will look for ways to encourage not discourage others. 

Father thank you for the gift of influence and may it be used to bring others closer to you. In Jesus name amen.

Ps. 142:5

Ps. 142:5

I cry to you, Lord; I say, “You are my refuge, my portion in the land of the living

I am so thankful that God is my refuge. He keeps me safe from all the dangers seen and unseen. We can take comfort in knowing that God is our refuge (shelter). A shelter is design to protect us from the elements (cold, rain, wind, heat). God is here to be our refuge he wants to protect us from what the elements of sin and unbelieve can bring in our lives.

The verse says “I cry to “ to cry is to yell, or called out loudly. When we are need of a refuge we need to call out to the Lord that he and he alone is our refuge.

Lord help us to cry out to you that you are our refuge!!

Its Time to Move Forward

Genesis 12:1

Now the Lord had said unto Abram, get thee out of thy country, and from thy kindred, and from thy father's house, unto a land that I will shew thee:

It takes Faith to move forward in the purpose of God.  

Most of us have our comfort zone and we are ok if God’s plan for our life don’t require us to move out of that land of comfort.  But God is not concern with your comfort zone but rather His purpose.  God will stretch your faith by asking you to do what you feel you are unable to do. think God ask us to move out of that land of comfort so that we can truly relay on Him and not our own abilities.

In order to obey the word of God Abram had to be willing to get out of his country,  that area of familiarity, leave some relationships, and trust God when in his going.

Abram's obedience was saying Yes, Father whatever you require of me that will I do.  God is waiting for your yes. It’s time to get out, let go and move on in God's purpose for your life.

Abram’s faith walk began when God called him. As Abram took each step his faith in God grew.  I encourage you tonight to take that first step of faith to do what God has called you to do. Then continue to trust God for each step along journey.   

No Place for Fear

Exodus 4:1 Moses answered, “What if they do not believe me or listen to me and say, ‘The Lord did not appear to you’?

      Moses was afraid the people would not believe him when he  told them what God had said.  Fear will cause us to question God's direction, call or prompting.

 If we  are going to do what God ask of us, we are going to have to let fear go.

      We know God has not given us the spirit of fear, (2 Tim 1:7) but if we are honest we can say there have been times we have not moved and done what God has asked because of fear.  

     I can think of times God prompted me to pray for someone or speak an encouraging word and I didn't do it because of fear. Fear won out over doing the will of God.

       When fear wins we  have to go to God and ask for forgiveness then ask for His help.  So we don’t allow fear to keep us from doing the will of God.

Prayer: Father today I pray that we don't allow fear to keep us from doing your will. Father we need your help we know you have not given us the spirit of fear but of power, love and a sound mind. Help us to walk in your power, your love  with the mind of Christ. Today we choose to do the will of God and say fear you have no place in our lives. In Jesus name Amen.

The Anthem (Full Song) | Planetshakers

Be bless, may the song minister to your heart.  I rejoice at knowing that Jesus has won it all!!!

In His Strength

Exodus 4:10- 12 NIV)

Moses said to the Lord, “Pardon your servant, Lord. I have never been eloquent, neither in the past nor since you have spoken to your servant. I am slow of speech and tongue.”

 The Lord said to him, “Who gave human beings their mouths? Who makes them deaf or mute? Who gives them sight or makes them blind? Is it not I, the Lord? Now go; I will help you speak and will teach you what to say.”

     Moses felt inadequate because of how he talked. He felt his weakness was too big to do what God had said. God made us, He knows our strength and our weakness. But He is not limited by our weakness. 
      In 2 Corinthians 12:9  it reads My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness.
      What you see as a weakness could be the very thing that God uses to encourage or help someone else.  What you see as a weakness could be your area of ministry.  We must see ourselves in light of the Word of God not our shortcomings. God can use you if you are willing to allow Him to.

Kathryn Kuhlman said: God is not looking for gold vessels or silver vessels. He is looking for willing vessels.

Time to Deal with It

Exodus 4: 24-26 At a lodging place on the way the Lord met him and sought to put him to death. ²⁵ Then Zipporah took a flint and cut off her son's foreskin and touched Moses'^[a] feet with it and said, “Surely you are a bridegroom of blood to me!” ²⁶ So he let him alone. It was then that she said, “A bridegroom of blood,” because of the circumcision

In Exodus our text is sandwich in middle of the scriptures detailing Moses return to Egypt. In Exodus 4:18-23 Moses is preparing to return to Egypt and God is instructing him on what to say, In Exodus 27-31 Aaron goes and meets Moses and they return to Egypt to meet with the elders.

On His journey to do the will of God, the Lord meets him to kill him. {Exodus 4:24 At a lodging place on the way the Lord met him and sought to put him to death.}

Moses had forgotten to follow the covenant God made with Abraham regarding circumcision. {Gen. 17:10-14}. This one act of disobedience if not correct would have forfeit his purpose. God stopped the journey to deal with this issue.

This text reminded me of just how important it is that we make sure there are no hidden issues in our hearts or lives on our journey to do the will of God. We must go to God and ask that He reveal, root out, and heal any hidden issues or sin in our lives.  

Prayer: Father I want to fulfill the purpose you have for me. As I embrace the journey you have place me on I give you permission to reveal to me any issues or hidden sins in my life. Not only reveal it to me but root-out any and everything that would hinder me from doing your will. In Jesus name amen!

It's a Heart Issue

The other day  I had to do a heart examination.  The good I was trying to do was being criticize and I was defensive. It was if the good I did was overlooked because of one small oversight. After thoroughly discussing (complaining)the issue with my husband the Spirit of God gave me a gentle reminder that my being upset had more to do with me than the other person. Behind that gentle reminder was where I found a heart issue(pride). When someone pointed out a mistake I was to hurt because I was expecting to hear great job.   

In Matt 19:16-22 we see the story of the rich young ruler. He wanted to know what he needed to do to gain eternal life. The Bible says in  (verse 21 & 22 )Jesus said unto him, If thou wilt be perfect, go and sell that thou hast, and give to the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come and follow me. But when the young man heard that saying, he went away sorrowful: for he had great possessions

It was not the giving that made the ruler sorrowful but the selling. He had his identity in what he had. In other words he was proud of his accomplishments. Here is Jesus not praising what he has achieved but saying go and sell it. His pride in his possessions made him forfeit the opportunity to follow after Jesus.

You see initially when my mistake was pointed out I was sorrowful because I was proud of my accomplishment.  However , afterwards my response was  heart felt repentance. Thank God for His grace and forgiveness.

Today would you give your heart a careful examination. Is there anything hidden there that would be displeasing to God?  If there is you only need to go to Him with a sincere heart and ask for forgiveness.

Your Praise Will Ever Be On My Lips (Cover)

I love this simple song. When we keep His praise on our lips we don't have time to gossip or speak evil of others because we are too busy praising Him for all He has done for us.  I pray this song be a blessing to you and minister to your heart as much as it has ministered to me.

RESPONSE NC

The RESPONSE: NC gathering was awesome. It was great to be among so many believers all praying for our nation, state and city.  The worship was mighty. 

We prayed  for: Repentance, Reconciliation,  Revival,  Reformation and Refreshing.

I pray you would begin to pray for your nation and city as well. God is waiting on your response to the conditions of your nation. Will your response be to pray or turn and look the other way?

Response: NC

Please register now for your free ticket as seating is limited. The Response: North Carolina will be held at Charlotte Convention Center on 501 South College Street in Charlotte, NC, on September 26th. 

http://theresponseusa.com/north-carolina/register/

Your Condition is Right!

Acts 3:1-2 And a certain man lame from his mother's womb was carried whom they laid daily at the gate of the temple which is called Beautiful, {the lame man had to be in the right position. His position was to be lame. You see sometimes being in the right position may not feel good, or look good but that does not mean God is not in control. You see the man was born lame then God blessed him with people who would take him to the temple(intercessors) then God met his need by first choosing Peter and John as his disciples and secondly  having them in the temple on this day all so He (God) could display his glory.}

Be encourage just because your condition may feel or look unpleasant, that does not necessary mean you are in the wrong place.  Some of us need to get use to being in hard spots because that's where God gets the glory. He knows our faith can stand the test. If the man in our text had not been born lame he would not have gotten the miracle. His need produce a miracle. What miracle will your need produce?

Also Read John9:2-3 His disciples asked Him, Rabbi, who sinned, this man or his parents, that he should be born blind?  Jesus answered, It was not that this man or his parents sinned, but he was born blind in order that the workings of God should be manifested (displayed and illustrated) in him}

Carry the Presence

People want to know that God is real and that He cares about them and the issues that surround their lives.  People are looking for the manifest presence of God. Believers as well as unbelievers want to feel and sense God’s presence. People are hurting and in bondage and need the power of the living God. As Christians we must carry the presence of God.  When people come in contact with us they should leave better off not because of us but because of God’s presence.

For us not to have his presence would be like going to Kentucky Fried Chicken and having they say they’re out of chicken. How odd would that be, a place who is known for chicken has none to sell. It is just as odd to say we know God, we a relationship with Jesus or we are filled with God’s Spirit and people are unable to sense His presence when they are with us.

Prayer: Dear Father may we (as Christians) always be aware that we represent you in everything we do. I pray that as we  go through our day that all who come in contact with us will feel your presence. In Jesus name amen.

Thank you

This is the motivation behind this blog.  I want the world to know Jesus.   I do not have a follow button on the page because I don't want to get caught up in how  many people are following me. I know the page is being viewed and that is enough.  Your stopping by the page is encouraging to me. No matter how many times you visit or how many post you read.
Please know that I am praying for everyone who has visited the blog and those who are yet to visit it. In a matter of 3 months the page has been viewed in 7 different countries. To God be the glory. Keep stopping by and please leave comments or your prayer request.

Yours in Christ,
Marvena Haynes

Golden Rule

Many of us have been taught the golden rule {Matt. 7:12} therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do you even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets. (KJV) It was not until I read this passage in the Message Bible that it really became alive to me. Then Message Bible reads this way here is a simple rule of thumb for behavior: Ask yourself what you want people to do for you; then grab the initiative and do it for them!

The word “do” is a verb and verbs are about describing action.  Wow! That means we should be doing something. Often times when I think of this verse I think about my do not list but the verses says DO. So if we want to be bless we should bless others. If we want salvation for our family maybe we should witness to others.

Today I challenge you to sow into someone else whatever it is you want done to you.

Praying for the Nations

Father we pray for the nations of the world. We pray that those in leadership would be surrounded by Godly influence. We want leaders who have your heart God and a heart for your people. Many those in leadership come to know Jesus as their personal Savior.

Father. thank you for your mighty intercessors, who you have place all over the world. Those who are not afraid to stand in the gap for their country, nation, city, or state.  Father please them and encourage them to keep praying so that your will can be done on earth as it is in heaven.

In Jesus Name amen.

Today I challenge you to pray for your city, state, country and the nations of the world. May you not just pray for them today but every day.

A Closed Door

And they that went in, went in male and female of all flesh, as God had commanded him: and the Lord shut him in {Genesis 7:16} KJV in the AMP version of Genesis 7:16 instead of shut in it reads the Lord closed the door behind him

We do not want to just breeze over this verse. It is important to note the Bible specifically says the Lord closed the door behind him.

The door was closed for Noah’s for protection. God was keeping Noah and his family safe from the flood waters and the destructions that was about to take place (Genesis 7:19).  The door was closed because of his purpose. God had purpose Noah to build the ark and care for the animals on the ark (Genesis 6:20).  The door was close but a promise remain (Genesis 6:18). God told Noah he would establish a convent with him. The door was closed but provision was there (Genesis 6:21). God made sure Noah had what he needed before he shut him in.

I know sometimes it can be very confusing and upsetting when God closes a door in our life. However, I challenge you to remember this that God could be closing the door to protect you from dangers you may not even see or know about.

He could be closing doors because of your purpose. God has a plan for you and He knows the path you need to take and which doors need to be close.

Perhaps, there is a generational promise over your life and God is seeking to fulfill what He promise to do in your family.

When God closes one door He will provide (provision) an open door somewhere. Just patiently wait on Him to do it.

Revelation 3:7-8

⁷ And to the angel of the church in Philadelphia write; These things saith he that is holy, he that is true, he that hath the key of David, he that opened, and no man shutteth; and shutteth, and no man openeth;

⁸ I know thy works: behold, I have set before thee an open door, and no man can shut it: for thou hast a little strength, and hast kept my word, and hast not denied my name.

William McDowell - Send The Rain

This is my hearts prayer. Lord send revival to the land. We need you all we want is You!!!!

Remembering 9/11

Today I just want to praise God for all those who survive the attack on 9/11 and to pray for those who lost family members and friends.  My we never forget those most affect by the attacks and may we always trust God to see us through the most difficult of times.

Breaking up the hard places

One of the purposes of the hammer is to break apart items. Oh how we need the God's word to break up the hardness of man's heart.  We need God's word to break up unforgiveness, unbelief, doubt sin and insecurities. If were not careful Life has a way of making our hearts hard. However, a daily washing in God's word and prayer can break up the hard place. 

As we embrace our journey with God we need to not allow the circumstances and situations of life to harden our hearts toward God or man. So we need to make sure we do not compare our lives to anybody else but that we walk  that which God has given us to do. 

Name of Jesus

I believe in Jesus and the power of His name. It seems like in our world today people are OK with us saying God as long as we don't mention Jesus. Today I want you to know that if you are in need of salvation Believe in Jesus and what he did at Calvary's cross. If you are in the need of healing call on the name of Jesus. If it seems that you are burdened down cast your cares on to Jesus. The old Saints used to say there's power in the name of Jesus. 

Today I challenge you to not be ashamed of the name of Jesus. 

Like a Hammer God's Word is a Tool(Jeremiah 23:29)

A tool is a device or instrument, especially one held in the hand, used to carry out a particular function. God’s word is the instrument we use for instructions. 2 Timothy 3:16English Standard Version (ESV) all Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness. God’s Word is the tool we need to use when we need answers to life problems or instructions on how to handle issues that arise.   A hammer (tool) is only useful once it is picked up and use.  God’s word benefits us when we apply the truths we read, hear, or that have been spoken over us to our everyday lives.

Prayer: Lord please help us to use your word as a tool in our everyday life. We know that you have given us your Holy word to help, us let us not take Your Word for granted. In Jesus name Amen.

Jeremiah 23:29 NIV

"Is not my word like fire," declares the LORD, "and like a hammer that breaks a rock in pieces?

Last week we looked at the first part of this verse " Is not my word like fire, declares the Lord. " This week we our post will focus on the second have of the verse " and like a hammer that breaks a rock in pieces?

Be Bless

My Heart's Prayer

Lord, we thank you for your mighty presences, strengthen your people. We pray for those who are in bondage and are in need of a Savior to free them.  Free them from sexual sins, free them from drugs and alcohol. We call for them to be free from depression and thoughts of suicide. Set them free so that they might serve you. Free them so that they might spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

We lift up our nation and our leaders, turn their hearts back to you. Let us stop calling those things that are right wrong and those things that are wrong right. A nation that honors God and serves Him whole heartily.

We your people are not ashamed of the Gospel but we boldly declare that Jesus is Lord and the Bible is the true word of God.  We boldly ask that you not only save our families, but our neighborhoods, cities, states and our nation.

In Jesus name Amen.

WarRoom

I have to say the movie WarRoom was Awesome!!! If you have not seen it and it is playing in your area go. It will touch you and stir you up to pray like never before.

Like Fire God's Word Purifies

Purifies means to be free, clean from impurities and blemishes. Ps. 119:09 from the Living Bible {How can a young man stay pure? By reading your Word and following its rules} we need the God’s word to clean us from the impurities of the UN’s {unforgiving, unbelief, unrighteousness, feeling unaccepted.}

When God’s word is hidden in our hearts like a fire it has the power to transform us, illuminate our path and purify us so that we are change and reflex the image of Christ in our everyday lives.

Like Fire God's Word Illuminates

Just as fire gives light so does the word of God. Ps. 119: 105 {Your word is a lamp to my feet
and a light to my path}  There is nothing worse than getting up in the middle of the night to go the kitchen or bathroom  in the dark and you stump that pinkie toe on something. You may have walked from the room to the kitchen 20 times in the dark but on the 21^st   time when you stump that toe a light may have been helpful. So let’s not wait until we stump our spiritual toe to go and seek God’s word, let’s allow His word to light our path every day.

Great Big God

Big God

Like Fire God's Word Transforms

Fire is a chemical reaction that leads to the transformation of one chemical substances to another.    When we are in the word and the word is in us a transformation should be taking place.  Romans 12:2 {And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God. }  We must allow the word of God to transform our mind and our lives. The Living Bible says it this way be new and different.

Growing up we use to watch the cartoon transformers. The first line of the theme song went Transformers More than meets the eye.  In other words what you see now is not all there is to me. See, there is more to you than what people see but you must allow God’s word to permanently transform you.

Do You have a Vision?

If we want to be successful in doing kingdom work we need to have a kingdom vision. In business a vision statement is meant to  serve as a clear guide for choosing not only a current course of action but future courses of action as well. In the kingdom vision must be God given and God inspire. The vision will also require you to move out of your comfort zone. Finally it will take faith in God for the vision to be fulfill.  

What is your vision? What is it God has place on your heart to do for the kingdom? What is holding you back from moving forward?

Today I am praying that you move forward in kingdom vision.

Hold on to God's Hand

Today I learn that a former preschool student of mine has lost her father. She is only 4 years old and now  a heart broken mother is face with the difficult challenge of telling 6 children that their Dad has pass. As my heart ached for her I was reminded of just how insignificant my problems seem. My hardest task today was getting my 2 year old to take a nap.

Do I understand why this family must endure this, no but I trust the Father. He is still in control even when we do not understand. His love is never ending and it never fails. I pray that through this pain they will not only hold on to each other but to Father God.  It is when we are weak that He is strong.

No matter your challenge today, tomorrow, or even next week remember to hold to God’s unchanging hand. His hand is extend to all mankind we simply need to take hold of it and not let go.

Prayer for Today

Father I pray that glory of the Lord shine upon us and through us so that others will come to know You in a real and personal way. Father let your children demonstrate you in word, life and power. May we seek ways to allow your glory to be displayed in our lives for the advancement of the Kingdom. In Jesus name Amen!!!!

Strength of My Heart

Psalms 73:26 - My flesh and my heart faileth: [but] God [is] the strength of my heart, and my portion forever.

As I deal with the passing of my grandmother I have come to know, even more, that God is the strength of my heart.  I am ever dependent upon Him to bring comfort and peace to my heart.  The sweet presence of God is healing for my heart. Oh how He loves us, ever present and ever loving.

Maybe you are dealing with an overwhelming circumstance or your heart is filled with grief. Will you allow God to strengthen your heart? You can lay your head in the Father’s arms and know that He will wipe the tears from your eyes give you sweet peace for your soul.

"It Ain't Over" - Maurette Brown Clark

All Things Made by Him

John 1: 3 {AMP} All things were made and came into existence through Him; and without Him was not even one thing made that has come into being.

What a wonderful thought to know that Jesus fingerprint is on everything we see.  As we admire the flowers, clouds, grass and even the bumble bees let it serve  as a reminder that Jesus was there in the beginning with God. Not one thing was made without Him that includes you and I. How amazingly awesome to know that His fingerprint is on our lives.  Today let’s be grateful for all creation including mankind.  Let’s pray for peace and that all men would come to value human life.

The Word is a Light

God’s word provides light to us. Psalms 119:105 - NUN. Thy word [is] a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path. Most of us have had that awful experience of bumping into something as we head to the bathroom in the middle of the night. We didn’t turn the light on because we knew where every item in the room was or we didn’t want to bother our mate. However, the very painful experience of bumping into something serves as reminder of what happens when we are walk in the dark.

We need the word of God to illuminate our path so that we are not stumbling around in the dark. We need the light of God’s word so we know when and where to step. If you are confused about what your next step should be go to the word (BIBLE).

Father, today I pray that you cause us to have a love for your word and that we allow your word to light our path and guide our every step. In Jesus name Amen.

Tears of Healing

Luke 7:38 New International Version

As she stood behind him at his feet weeping, she began to wet his feet with her tears. Then she wiped them with her hair, kissed them and poured perfume on them

Perhaps the tears that fell from her eyes where there because of desperation or from a place of brokenness. The most beautiful thing about tears is that they can be a language of their own.  Her tears spoke volumes as they wash over the Masters’ feet.  Not only did the tears she shed cleanse His feet they were cleansing her as well. It is at that point she moved from brokenness into worship.

Instead of crying because of the life she had lived she was in awe of who He was the Son of God, Savior, and Redeemer.

Don’t be ashamed to cry in the presence of the Savior. He understands your tears and there are no need for words. As you weep in His presence allow Our Lord to heal the hurts, wounds, or sadness of your past and present moment.

 Father we ask that you comfort all those who need it on today. Wipe the tears from their eyes as they allow your healing love to flow in their life.

Not Ashaned

If God be for you

Romans 8:30-31New Living Translation (NLT)

³⁰ And having chosen them, he called them to come to him. And having called them, he gave them right standing with himself. And having given them right standing, he gave them his glory ³¹ What shall we say about such wonderful things as these? If God is for us, who can ever be against us?

I am so grateful that we serve an awesome God! Our God is the creator of the universe, the giver and sustainer of all life.  He rules and reigns. He is for us.  No matter the situation or circumstance God is still in control.  Can we agree with the word ?   Why not  hold our heads up and say God is for us.

If we have made mistakes or missed the mark  we need to simply ask forgiveness.  We know He is just to forgive us. 

Beloved God loves us and He is for us. We must  trust, believe, and walk in fellowship with Him.

Be Bless.

Jesus Lover Of My Soul - Hillsong (with lyrics)

Prayer of Thanks

Thank you, Father for creating us in  your likeness. We have your DNA (divine nature attitude) in us. We will not be satisfied until we fully awake in your likeness. We know that there is power in our words and we chose today and everyday to agree with your word.  We are more than conquerors {Roman 8:37}, we are the sons of God {Galatians 3:26} we are a royal priesthood and a holy nation{1 Peter 2:9}. We are truly  fearfully and wonderfully made and wonderful are your works {Ps. 139:14} Again we say thank you for making man in your image.

Forgiven

Proverbs 28:13, "He that covereth his sins shall not prosper: but whoso confessed and forsakes them shall have mercy. “I am so grateful that we serve a forgiving God. No matter the issue He is waiting for us to simply confess our sins so that He can forgive us. 1 John 1:9 - If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us [our] sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

God’s forgiveness is not based on our good deeds, or our church attendance just our simple but honest confession.  Are you in need of the forgiveness of God? If so why not repent (sincere resolve to turn away from sin and toward God) and confess to God.  Allow yourself to be cleanse by the precious blood of Jesus so that you can walk in the forgiving power of God.

The Whisper of God

Can you remember how many car horns you have heard today; or how many birds you heard chirping? Most of us can’t we have simply learn to tune out these everyday sounds, as we go about our busy day. I wonder how many of us have also tune out the whisper of God.

{1 Kings 19:11-12 (MSG)} Then he was told, “Go, stand on the mountain at attention before God. God will pass by. ”A hurricane wind ripped through the mountains and shattered the rocks before God, but God wasn’t to be found in the wind; after the wind an earthquake, but God wasn’t in the earthquake; and after the earthquake fire, but God wasn’t in the fire; and after the fire a gentle and quiet whisper.

Have we allowed the busyness of our day to drown out the gentle quiet whispers of God?  Is God not talking or are we not listening? Today I challenge you to take the time to quietly sit in the presence of God and listen for the whisper.

{John 10:27Amplified Bible (AMP)} The sheep that are My own hear and are listening to My voice; and I know them, and they follow Me.

Prayer: Dear Father, today I wait for your whisper. Give me your divine instructions that I may do Your will.  In Jesus name Amen.

A Prayer for the Persecuted

2 Corinthians 4:8- 10 8 We are hard-pressed on every side, yet not crushed; we are perplexed, but not in despair; 9 persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed— 10 always carrying about in the body the dying of the Lord Jesus, that the life of Jesus also may be manifested in our body. Father, reach out to every believer/ Christian that is being persecuted for the sake of the gospel. I pray for every minister, missionary and believer who is putting their life on the line so that others may know you. Strengthen them, encourage their hearts. I ask that you divinely protect them from those that seek their lives. May their hope and faith be in you God and let them never be ashamed. Let your angles watch over them and their families. Bless them completely for they think not of themselves but of how to tell others of your saving grace. Give them the resources to continue to spread the Gospel. I pray that they stand strong and firm in their faith in Jesus name, Amen!

What a Love

The Bible is all about how much God loves us. Sometimes we can get wrapped up in how much we love God that we fail to remember just how much He loves us. Sometimes when we feel like we have done all we can, and it is not good enough, we need to remember that He loves us in our imperfections. But God shows and clearly proves His [own] love for us by the fact that while we were still sinners, Christ (the Messiah, the Anointed One) died for us.{Romans 5:8 AMP} What a love. God did not wait for us to have it together but He sent His Son to die while we were still a mess. The Blood of Jesus did not just cover our mess but it cleanses us from all sin {1 John 1:7}. My prayer for you today is that you have a love encounter with God today. May you feel His presence and know just how very much He loves you.

Touch The Sky (lyric video) - Hillsong UNITED

I pray this song ministers to you the way it has ministered to me.

Come out and Acknowledge Jesus

Matthew 15: 21-22 Then Jesus went thence, and departed into the coasts of Tyre and Sidon. And, behold, a woman of Canaan came out of the same coasts, and cried unto him, saying, Have mercy on me, O Lord, thou son of David; my daughter is grievously vexed with a devil. Canaanites were known for their idol worship. In the Old Testament there was a time when the children of Israel even worshiped the idols of Canaan {Ps. 106:37-38.}This woman of Canaan had to come out of the religion and traditions of her family. If she wanted Jesus to heal her daughter she had turn away from those idols and acknowledge Jesus. {Hebrews11:6} But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him. She acknowledge who Jesus was when she call Him Lord and Son of David. In 1Chronicles 17:11-13 we see the promise of Jesus Christ coming as a descendant of David and who would establish God’s kingdom on earth}. If we are to walk in faith and have our prayers answered we have to come out from sin and acknowledge Jesus as our Lord and Savior. Prayer: Father strengthen us to be able to walk away from a life of sin to pursue a life with You, Father. Today and everyday we acknowledge Jesus as our Lord and Savior. We are thankful for the price He paid. Amen.

God Loves You!

{John 3:16 }{“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. The creator of the universe loves you. He did not wait until we were perfect to love us. {Romans 5:8} but God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Today, I challenge you to just think on the fact that God loves you. No matter what is going on in your life God loves you. We must be confident in that fact so that when the bumps in life come we can hold fast to Gods' amazing loves us.

Thank You, God

Sometimes it is easy to forget that the God of the universe cares for us That He knows our names and that He has a plan for us.  We can become so busy that we are unable to see His hand or sense His presence.  Today take the time to simply say thank you to Him. Thank you for watching over me and my family. Thank you for caring about me. Most of all thank you for your son Jesus who die for me.

Praying the Word

Lord allow my son (children) to hear the instruction of their father and to not forsake the law of their mother.  Let him (them) not consent to the enticing words of sinners. I pray he (they) will not walk in the council of the ungodly, stand in the way of sinners or sit in the seat of the scornful. But that his delight will be in the law (word of God) of the Lord all the days of his life. In Jesus name amen!

Francesca Battistelli - He Knows My Name (Official Video)

Fill-up on God's Word

As we fill our minds with the word of God we will see our thoughts begin to change and when our thoughts change our actions changes. As our actions change we begin to reflect Christ in our everyday lives through our actions.

Psalm 1:2 But his delight is in the law of the Lord, And in His law he meditates day and night.

The Word of God is True

The word of God is true. Sanctify them by your truth. Your word is truth {John 17:17}. {Psalm 119:160} The sum of your word is truth, and every one of your righteous rules endures forever. If my life is to by change by the truth of God’s word then I must agree with the word. As I think on the truth of God’s word I must expect and accept that change is going to come. {John 8:32}And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free. So as I think on whatsoever is true I need to fill-up on the God’s word.

Stay Enourage

She Speaks 2015

Wow!!!  Is the only word I can say when it comes to the conference. This is my first year attending and it was awesome. My day started in the prayer room and ended with Amy Carroll. I think my favorite quote was we must "let the Word of God shape us before we pull it out to Shape Others". ~Amy Carroll

Sonship

Galatians 4:4-7King James Version (KJV)

⁴ But when the fullness of the time was come, God sent forth his Son, made of a woman, made under the law,⁵ To redeem them that were under the law, that we might receive the adoption of sons.

⁶ And because ye are sons, God hath sent forth the Spirit of his Son into your hearts, crying, Abba, Father.⁷ Wherefore thou art no more a servant, but a son; and if a son, then an heir of God through Christ.

 It is time to move on over into true sonship with our heavenly Father.