Race

The idea of classifying human beings by their physical features is not an ancient concept. Men at one point in history were grouped by their  native lands. It was not until the 17th century when Europeans needed to justify slavery and colonization thereby convincing their constituency that African People along with other groups  were inferior or less than human.

Because of this, the idea that people are classified by their skin or their ethnicity denotes the idea that one group of people are inferior or superior than the other.

Why are human beings “classified?”  Are we not all made in the Image and Likeness our our Maker? This is why racism exist across the world.  It is embedded into our culture,  our society, our world. The fact that the continent that thought to “classify” humanity has covered the world with their idealism,race will be an issue until the next Global initiative which according to GOD’s word, will be return of The Savior of All mankind, YAHSHUA the Messiah (Christ).

Until then, every human being is forced to recognize race.  In doing so it is done with the connotation that one race is inferior or superior and men will continue to operate as such.

So men will continue to justify their humanity while others will attempt to assume their superiority.  This is why we kill based on race, why we segregate our neighborhoods, our schools, our offices, our television shows and our cultures.  This is why we identify our differences and act upon them rather than expound on our likenesses, for we are the Image and Likeness of GOD!

The Offspring of GOD was never made to be “classified” but made to be the heirs of GOD’s Kingdom, the nephesh  (heb. the soul, living breathing creature) that holds the breathe that is inspired by the ALMIGHTY GOD to  partake of his divine nature, then to hold  the rightful position as the inheritance of the Government and Kingdom of GOD!

*Scripture Reference*

Revelation 21:7

Romans 8

Revelations 2

Genesis 2

Acts 17

No Lie is Of The Truth – The Santa Claus Debate

Recently, Fox News Commentator Megan Kelly stirred a national debate about Santa Claus being Caucasian.  During her prime time show Kelly made the controversial statement-

  “For you kids watching at home, Santa just is white.”

Her comments stirred up many parents that felt that Santa Claus should be viewed as multi-ethnic and should not have a color. This would help in teaching children to respect diversity through icons like Santa Claus by not limiting him to an old Caucasian man.

Here’s a thought, why don’t we just tell our kids the truth? The notion that some man rides on a sleigh led by reindeer on the night of December 24, comes into our homes, leave gifts to every boy and girl is false. For some reason we have continued to perpetuate a lie about someone that does not exist and this lie has continued for generations.

Could it be the reason why we go so far to protect our beloved fictitious icons is because in fact we are protecting other deep rooted untruths about the days we associate with the worship of OUR GOD?

Here are some facts about Christmas.

1. Christmas is nowhere in the scriptures
2. It’s celebratory components like trees, mistletoes and reefs  don’t stem from the scriptural artifacts of worship
3. The Holiday/Festival existed centuries before Christ
4. Neither Christ nor his Apostles ever neither celebrated nor advised men to do so.
5. The Bible shows the Christ and his Apostles partaking in festivals like Pentecost, Feast of Tabernacle, Unleavened Bread and Passover.  (John ch.7,Mt 26, Luke 22:15, Acts ch.2 and chapter 20)
6. The Bible along with the words of Christ shows that Passover will be celebrated in the Kingdom of GOD. (Luke 22:18)
7. Catholics did not even celebrate it until the 4^th century AD. That would be 400 years after Christ.

It is written – “I do not write to you because you do not know the truth, but because you do know it and because no lie comes from the truth.” (1^st John 2:21)

The truth cannot bring about a lie; a lie cannot come from truth. So where should the Church stand in something that is not true?

The Apostle states Galatians 4:16 “Have I now become your enemy by telling you the truth?”

The world continues to perpetuate lies and hypocrisy. It is written that “All that is in the world is the lust of the eye, lust of the flesh and the pride of life.” (1^st John 2:16) The church however was built on the pillar and ground of what is truth, dedicated to the sanctification of the truth which is the WORD OF GOD! (John 17:17)

It is written that true worship is worship that is in spirit and in truth (John 4:24). The world loves its own. The church however was never designed to have direct association with the world. Even Christ told his disciples at one time “That ye shall weep and lament but the world shall rejoice:  “(John 16:20)

The church is an exclusive fraternity of unified believers dedicated to the gospel of the Kingdom that is to come and the salvation that is given through YAHSHUA (Christ.) We are in the world but not of the world. We were called out from the world to be separated in order to fulfill the will of GOD by acquiring the character to become the ruling class of his government.

Every believer must scrutinize and examine every practice of worship. Any worship that does not come from the WORD OF GOD will result in the judgment of GOD like the two sons of Aaron that were burnt up by offering strange fire or Ananias and Sephirra that lied to the Holy Spirit about their monetary offering.

Let us teach our children the truth according to the eternal word of GOD that will stand forever as the world melts away in a fervent heat. It’s written “But speaking the truth in love, let us grow in every way into Him who is the head–Christ.” (Eph.4:15)

The world is designed to perpetuate lies and hypocrisy. It is written that “All that is in the world is the lust of the eye, lust of the flesh and the pride of life.”(1st John 2:16) The Church however is the pillar and ground of the truth.

So what do we do? Leaders, preachers, pastors, evangelist and believers, do we allow the world to dictate our worship or do we let every man be a liar and let GOD BE TRUE?

*This Essay also references*

John 17:16-26

Leviticus 10:1

Ephesians chapter 4

2^nd Cor.13:5

Acts 5

John 15:19

Matt 24:5

2^nd Peter 3:10

1^st Tim 3:15

Romans 3:4

It also sites brief facts from

http://www.simpletoremember.com/vitals/Christmas_TheRealStory.htm

and

http://rcg.org/books/ttooc.html

Where Should We Stand?

There has been a recent trend of Christians openly sharing their outrage against the homosexual community.  Of recent years, the gay and lesbian communities have expressed their desires for equal and fair treatment to marry and protect those that they care about. In turn, many Christians and conservatives have condemned men and women for their preferences by quoting Romans chapter 1 and Leviticus Chapters 18 to 21 to condemn those who choose to live their lives against what is written.

Let me say this, I am a firm believer in the WORD OF GOD. It is the ultimate and supreme authority of the Universe. With that being said, the duty of the believer is not the condemnation of the world because Christ came that the world may not be condemned but that the world through him might be saved. That should be the ultimate goal of every believer.

The Church, the called out ones is a community of believers. The problem with many believers is that so many of us have a tendency to isolate things that we find detestable and condemn them, while other things that are not as easily available to the human eye goes unnoticed and unspoken.

There are believers that will condemn homosexuality but will not condemn pride, fornication, adultery, malice, gossiping or lying. Believers will condemn a man for being with another man but will not condemn him for being with a woman without committing to marriage?

So many men that have proclaimed to be men of have been taken in sin. After doing so they have asked the GOD of all Creation to restore them with his everlasting mercy, as they should. Yet when it comes to so many others to whom GOD has allowed the sun to shine on we link them with the likes of terrorist, or dogs. How can bitter and sweet water come out of the same fountain?

Many people have linked Sodom and Gomorrah with homosexuality because of the story of the city men demanding the Lot send out the men that entered his home and conclude that GOD overthrew the wicked city because of that act. (Gen.19) Yet the scriptures say that there wickedness was arrogance,   greed, selfishness, and laziness and arrogance.  Another evil was that they refused to help those that are in need. (Ezek16:48)

Why don’t we hear Christian Conservatives speaking against that attitude? Are not many politicians and Christian Conservatives against government aid like the Affordable Health Care Act and  programs that would help those in need? Where is the outrage?

There are things that GOD hate and 7 is an abomination, that is (Proverbs 6:16-20)

1. Arrogance
2. Lying
3. Killing the innocent
4. A mind that plot wicked schemes
5. People that rush to do evil
6. A false witness that lies consistently
7. One who separates brothers (unity)

When you consider these items isn’t this country guilty of many if not all?  Where is the protest, where is the tea party?  Where is the right wing?

This world is full of hypocrisy. The Church is an institution dedicated to salvation through GOD’s mercy and his message. Apart from this, we are condemned because we all have sinned and come short of GOD’s glory that he promised us before the foundation of the world.

Many feel that the Church must condemn all evil everywhere. This is not the case. The job of the church, the ministry of the church is dedicated to the church. The Church must edify the Church. GOD is presenting to himself a glorious Church without spot or blemish not to the world.

The job is to get people in the Church then reform, not to condemn into reformation. The Apostle stated concerning fornicators stating –

“In my earlier letter I wrote you not to associate with people who engage in sexual immorality. I didn’t mean the sexually immoral people outside your community, or the greedy, or the thieves or the idol-worshippers — for then you would have to leave the world altogether! No, what I wrote you was not to associate with anyone who is supposedly a brother but who also engages in sexual immorality, is greedy, worships idols, is abusive, gets drunk or steals. With such a person you shouldn’t even eat! ¹² For what business is it of mine to judge outsiders? Isn’t it those who are part of the community that you should be judging?  God will judge those who are outside” 1^st Cor.5 ch 9-12 Complete Jewish Bible

It is important that believers keep a perspective that is right according to the WORD OF GOD. It is written “ALL unrighteousness is sin.” (1^st John 5:17)  We cannot pick and choose what we don’t like. We must embrace the totality of the WORD OF GOD and live by it. Let your light shine, not your mouth. Be a living epistle read by the world; show your discipleship by your love not by your lust.

 

This  essay references

Romans ch.1

Lev. Ch.18-21

John 3:17-18

1^st Tim ch 3:15, 1:12-16

Mark 2:12

Matt 5:45

James 3:11

1^st Cor 6:10-11

Romans 3:23

Ephesians 4:12-22, 5:27

Heb.10:38

Matt 5:16

2^nd Cor 3:1-3

John 13:35

 

 

Life’s Trajectory

A trajectory is a path, progression, or line of development resembling a physical trajectory. A physical trajectory is a curved path which something takes as it moves through the air or through space.  The idea behind space flight, for example, is that if enough force is propelled onto an object to move it to a place where the force of gravity isn’t as great, the object can continue in motion.  A trajectory is determined by the projectile’s influence. The projectile is the object that is moved, dropped, thrown or even fired -like a gun or a rocket- and its main influence is the force of gravity.

A projectile’s path can only be influenced by gravity. What stronger force is there on the planet that we live on?  Gravity can never be defied, it has to be overcome.  The only way that a projectile to fly is to be lighter than the pull of gravity or to have more force to propel over the force of gravity.  The fact that an item flies does not mean that it contradicts the laws of gravity, just that it does what is necessary to continue its movement against the pull of the atmosphere.

Trajectory planning must be thought out, calculated, and prepared. Everything is weighed to determine the path and destination. The timing, the target point, the ability to avoid obstacles and collision makes the planning difficult but possible.  The most effective determinant in the trajectory of a projectile is what is called the “manipulator.” The manipulator determines the force behind the projectile and the location of the starting point of the projectile.

The path of a trajectory is never straight. Because of gravity and other factors like wind gust and the form of the projectile itself, the path is often curved. The path can vary in so many ways. The important thing is the beginning point and the end point. The main factor in a trajectory is that the projective ends up at its designated source.

In life there are so many avenues and directions that we are pulled in and so many things that carry us in directions that we don’t want to go in. If the road in life could go in a straight path life would be very predictable, and at times boring. Life however is a journey. Our journey consists of many winding roads, turns, curves, hills and valleys.  There are also obstacles that attempt to deter us from reaching the end point of our destination.

What we must rely on is the fact that the source of our manipulation is stronger than the forces and the obstacles that stand against us to prevent us from our purpose. The scriptures indicate that we were chosen in him before the foundation of the world. It is also written that those whom GOD has known in advance, he has justified and are conforming them into his Image and likeness. Because of this, ALL THINGS are working together for our good.  The “good”  indicates that  our ultimate destiny and   purpose of our existence for being joint heirs to GOD’s Kingdom according to the previous chapters in Romans 8.

  It is written

 “For I know what plans I have in mind for you,
says YAHWEH ,plans for well-being, not for bad things; so that you can have hope and a future.” (Jer 29:11 Complete Jewish Bible).

Our lives at times can seem so out of control because of the variances of winds, and obstacles that can seem to offset our journey. All these things that we face have been pre-calculated by the Manipulator and Creator of all things that are working for our good. The GOD of All Heaven and Earth, whose name is YAHWEH has ordered our steps and have set us on a path for ultimate victory. The path also creates in us a character of greatness and fortitude where we are able to govern in the Kingdom of The Most High.

Our problems, failures, anxieties, insecurities, past, present and future decisions have all been weighed out and predetermined before the Manipulator of our trajectory even set us in motion.

Every day we are set out on the path to greatness. Because of this, every day we must know that “All things are working together for the good to them who love GOD, to them who are the called according to his purpose.” Rom 8:28

*Scripture References*

Ephesians Chapter 1

Romans 8

Jeremiah Chapter 29:11

This Blog borrows references from-

http://www.physicsclassroom.com/class/vectors/u3l2a.cfm

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CHANGE

The foundation of our Creator is consistency, however. GOD made his creation to evolve, reposition itself, expand, and grow both in physical attributes and mental development.  A tree grows and changes color but never moves positions. The weather patterns changes in the seasons but this transition takes place every year. A human is conceived through the seed of a man, takes form and then is birthed through the mother. However, once the child is conceived and developed they don’t change forms. There is no metamorphosis that takes place. A child may grow and develop but all changes are implemented from the genetic makeup of the male seed.

Change in life is inevitable, but real change must be rooted in consistency. This is the only change that is formidable and is manageable.  As we grow older, we become aware of the  axiomatic truths of change, yet many find it hard to deal with.

How do we deal with change? There are so many. Some we are prepared for, some are sudden, some sneak up on us, some we see coming. Good Companies send notifications well in advance of changes in order to provide a pleasant transition. Good Leaders can see change afar off, implement change when needed and foster an effective transition and recovery period.

As individuals we are subject to change. With this understanding,  we must embrace and prepare for.  You cannot stop the currents of change but you must adjust to it and ensure the core fiber of your existence is firm.

How can we deal with the currents of change?  Here are a few ways we can understand through the WORD OF GOD!

Ensure that your foundation is sure.

YAHSHUA (Christ, The Messiah) spoke a parable about a man who built his foundation on a rock. The ROCK being the WORD OF GOD  as opposed to sand being man’s own wisdom and understanding. The result being that through various changes of the atmosphere and environmental conditions,  a man’s home was able to stand because he was committed to ensure that his foundation was built upon a ROCK!  No one can see the foundation of a house. You cannot see how the foundation of a house is designed, neither can you see the ground that a house is built but it is the determinate factor of every building. In so much so, that YAHSHUA said that his Church, his community of believers would be built upon him as the foundation.   The core of your existence must be rooted in something that does not change. You cannot dress up the decor of a foundation of a house but it must be firm even though everything around can must change.  If your life is rooted in something that is unchanging, then drastic and aggressive storms that foster change will not intimidate you though it attempts to beat vehemently against your outer shell you will remain firm to you live the purpose you have been called for.  Your family, church, lifestyle and of course your understanding of GOD’s word and faith should be concrete.

Anticipate and Plan Effectively

It is written “Consider the Ant thou sluggard; consider her ways, and be wise: which having no guide, overseer, or ruler provideth her meat in the summer and gather her food in the harvest.”  (Prov 6:6 )  Everything changes. Things change in business, in life and in music. The assumption that things will remain the same is foolish.  The scriptures advise us to “consider” meaning not to just look at but to inspect, perceive, inquire and acquire a vision.  Young men can acquire great wisdom but just watching their Fathers and understanding the mistakes that they have made in the past. Even if your father or mother is not in your life, you can inquire about their character and their mistakes.  A young person that anticipates becoming a successful parent should look to their parents. Inquire and see what caused a marriage to happen or not to happen. What caused a divorce and why or what role was played. It is written that there is nothing new under the sun but everything has a time and season.   Knowing this you are not the first one to have to deal with change and you won’t be the last. Every successful endeavor must be ahead of the currents of change by preparation.

There is no pain like the loss of a loved one. There is no remedy, nor advice that can remove that pain. However, there are things we do that add to the loss. If we as parents fail to plan and prepare for their departure not only will those of us left behind have to deal with their lost but also we will lack the necessary resources to ensure things are done in decency and order.  No one can take material possessions with them but to leave things for family to fight over can eventually tear a family apart.  Material things are just that, material but to deny that people see the sentiment in them is foolish.  The Creator often advised men to get their houses in order in the even before death. This was to ensure that everything was left to sufficient hands so that not only will the family take care of burial arrangements but to delegate the things that a person has worked hard to keep in place but to also ensure that their family is not ruined by greed and ignorance.

Parents must prepare for the times when their health is at decline. It is written remember thy “Creator in the days of thy youth before the evil days draw nigh and you say that I have no pleasure in them.” (Ecc 12:1).  This doesn’t mean that you can forget GOD as you age but what it does mean is that 50 is not 40, 60 is not 50, and 70 is not 60 years of age. We cannot let society and culture deceive us that GOD has not designed us to age so what we may hope in his eternal plan. Preparing for not only your death but life as you get older we make the transition better. How big is your home? How high is your car? How much maintenance has to be done to various things?  Do you have the strength to do it or should you sale your home? Are your children willing to take care of you?  Wisdom is not always given to those that are aged according to the scripture.

Core Value and Beliefs

It is written that children are tossed to and fro by the waves and carried about with every wind and doctrine by human cunning and crafty deception.  Maturity shows that you have a set standard of core beliefs that you won’t allow to be compromised. It is written that Heaven and Earth will pass away but the WORD OF GOD will endure forever.  The Apostle commanded his understudy to ensure that he was giving sound teaching to faithful men, faithful meaning reliable and credible men.  Sound wisdom and doctrine are for those that know the value of wisdom and will not compromise in fear of change.  Change was not meant for anyone to be intimidated or worried but as a process to understand that things don’t last and we must trust in the GOD of all Creation to grant us knowledge and anticipate a constant hope.  It is written hold fast to that which is good.  If you do this, change will not change YOU but will allow you to be effective regardless of the circumstances that take place.  During the motions of a bus, the passengers have no control over the movement of a vehicle but if the position on the bus is fixated either by a seat or holding on to the passenger bars they will arrive safely at their desired destination.  By holding on to what is written and ensuring that you are abiding according to that word of Faith, you will safely reach your destination.

Become an Expert

It is written the “expert has the advantage of his skill” (Ecc. 10:10 of the Complete Jewish Bible). An expert is defined as a “person who has comprehensive and authoritative knowledge or skill in a particular area.” No one should be committed to anything they have not sought superior knowledge regarding. If you commit to something that you have no knowledge of, you will not luck up on success. By having knowledge of who you are and what you are committed too, whether it is your marriage, career, your  faith, or parenting you will know how to  react to certain scenarios and know when the signs of change are coming.  Knowledge is under rated. The lack thereof destroys people.  Knowledge however requires studying and thereby can be very tiresome and burdensome. This is why it requires your commitment. Commitment is power and by knowing your field, and life you will be prepared for any change that takes place.

Embrace the Transition Process (Mature)

The Apostle said that when he became a man, he put away childish things. Meaning he didn’t allow himself to grow into a man with the understanding that he could at like a child. Too many adults grow up without understanding that a conscious effort is needed in order to change effectively. Nature tells a young man that he is getting older and growing. So a young man must learn, educate himself,  be serious about taking advice from his parents, learn to set priorities and practice decision making while he is young so that when he is older he will not continue to act like a child. When change starts to formulate it often does not happen at once. There are changes that we can create and changes that we do not influence but have an effect on us. Either way there is often a process involved with change. If we embrace the transition process we can be successful and change will not overwhelm us. With transition, observation becomes necessary. Asking questions like “what things can I keep that will help whereby I might be effective and what things I must let go of? If a person moves, will they keep everything from their old house or will they throw some things out and buy new? When a company makes technological advances, there are files that can be archived, placed in storage, or put into files and removed from their servers or in a data cloud. How do you prioritize memories, experience and information into your life and how will they affect you moving forward? Change is inevitable, if change is not sudden, you can utilize the gift of time to wisely adapt to the changes around you.

DO NOT IGNORE IT!

YAHSHUA made a statement to the Pharisees that asked for a sign or some type of iconic symbol that would confirm that he was the Messiah. YAHSHUA’s response to them was “Do you know how to discern the appearance of the sky, but cannot discern the signs of the times?” Too often we can be so focused on a daily routine or a daily regimen that when something happens that will change everything we ignore the signs and fail to determine the reasoning. Very few times change comes without warning signs. Weather patterns are predictable, organizational changes are inevitable. A woman knows her spouse is changing, a good man knows when his wife is changing.  A good parent notices changes in their children. Life and behavior has patterns, anything outside of the patterns should render an alert.  The disciples asked YAHSHUA what shall be the signs of his coming. YAHSHUA advised them of several events that would take place around them for them to look and anticipate their redemption.  Are you observing the things around you? Do you know what changes that you will have to make in order to  adapt

RELY ON  THE VISION

When I first got married I was told one of my Pastors and Spiritual Advisor that you have to have a “vision” for your family. We often think that a “vision” has to be something that you have to go into a trance to receive. The Apostle states that “For now we see things obscurely in a mirror, but then it will be face to face. Now I know partly then I will know fully.”  Vision is the ability to perceive clearly. Some visions you can see clearly some you cannot. The perception of your vision determinates your ability to apt to change or to foster change for the better. Dreams must translate into visions. A dream can be easily forgotten or overlooked, however if you keep the dream at the forefront of your mind, implement that into an effective and real scenario that is a vision. There are some visions that are now and some for an appointed time according to the scriptures (Hab.2:3). Nothing major should take place without a vision.  It is written that YAHWEH ( LORD, GOD ) declares the end from the beginning (Isaiah46:10). Creation wasn’t made the way it is by chance but it was made for the hope of a new creation. There is no implementation of a vision without hope. There must be an expected end. Knowing this you can maneuver and adapt to change believing in the end result.  The most important parts of a building are the foundation and the roof.  The most important parts of a story is the opening and the conclusion.  It is written “despise not a small thing in its beginning” (Zech 4:10).  By knowing what the end result, change will not bring about fear because you know how to adapt every scenario to your vision.

Joseph had a dream that one day the sun moon and stars would give obeisance to him.  Later he was kidnapped and sold by his brothers, enslaved, falsely accused, imprisoned twice but his gift made room for him and sat him before Kings.  Most people could’ve given up but through all the changes of his life he was able to remain focused and conducted his behavior righteously towards his GOD.

Joseph also dreamed about a famine that took place and was able to interpret a dream to those for those in power so that preparation could be made to build an empire.

Jacob was blessed by his father Isaac only to be fun off by his brother that wanted to murder him. Jacob eventually fell in love with Rachel, his future wife and had to work for his Father in law for 14 years after running away from his brother who was going to murder him.  His father in law tried to short his wages but because he envisioned a life with his wife, he was able to build his home and his fortune based on the love of his wife and the future that he had envisioned for them. Eventually Jacob had to raise his family, leave his home, fight for his destiny, face the brother that wanted to murder him, bury his wife and move back home with his family.  He had to keep his visions at the forefront of his mind that through all the difficulties and changes he was able to remain a faithful man.

Life is full of changes, and changes often bring about a level of uncertainty. GOD designed his Spirit to keep us concrete in hope so that this world will not intimidate us through change but prepare us for the purpose and destiny that was created for us before the foundation of the WORLD!

Scripture Reference

Matthew 7

Proverbs 6:6

Ecclesiastes 1:6, chapter 3, 12:12

2^nd Kings 20:1

Matthew 24:35

2^nd Timothy 2:2

1^st Thess.5:21

Hosea 4:6

Matthew 16:3

Matthew 24

1^st Cor. 13

Habakkuk 2

Isaiah 46

Romans 8:19-23

Jeremiah 29:11

Gen. Chapter 29-45

Proverbs 18:6

Uncle Donnie, D.C., The Church and the World.

Recently, D.C. Mayor Vincent Gray rejected gospel artist Donnie McClurkin from  performing at  an event called the “Reflections on Peace: Gandhi to King” celebration.  The event was a commemorative concert to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the March on Washington.

Mayor Vincent  stated  “This was  an issue involving a potential controversy at an event that was going to focus on harmony and peace, and we just didn’t think that was appropriate for this event.”

Donnie McClurkin released a video stating that he felt like he was “bullied” and that the cancellation was a ” “disservice to the D.C. faith-based community.”

Since the passing of various State laws that allow same-sex marriages, many religious leaders have publicly denounced the practice of homosexuality both in the pulpit of their congregations and in public arenas and venues.

Donnie McClurkin, a self proclaimed “ex-gay” has been extremely vocal about homosexuality and has had alter calls for men and women to overcome the behavior that he has openly confessed to.  There are many who are condemning homosexuals to hell and are saying that A.I.D.S. is judgment against the practice, even though it is not exclusive to gay men and women. Many often point to scriptures like Romans chapter 1 verses 26-27 as they are 100 percent right in doing so, where the Apostle references homosexuality stating

“For this  cause GOD gave them up unto vile affections: for even their women did change the natural use into that which is against nature: And likewise also the men, leaving the natural use of the woman, burned in their lust one with another; men with men working that which is unseemly.”

Many have taken this verse and have expressed it with such passion towards men and women who have chosen a lifestyle that is against what the scriptures speak against.

The WORD OF GOD is true, it is infallible, complete and whole. GOD’s word is not a buffet or a smorgasbord.  GOD’s word is not a menu that allows us to pick and choose what we can be vociferous about and what to be silent about.  The scripture states that there is “One YAHWEH, One Faith, and One Baptism (Eph 4:5)

So many  read Romans 1 verse but fail to mention verses 29-32 that mention “covetousness, maliciousness, envy, debate, proud, boasters, disobedient to parents and FORNICATORS!!!!” 

There are many that  are quick and adamant in expressing  anger and dissent against homosexuals but will allow men and women to continue practices of fornication throughout the churches and are admitted adulterers and adulteresses.

Donnie McClurkin has had a daughter without being married since he has been a Pastor. I’ve seen Donnie Macurkin in various venues and concerts but I’ve never seen him advocate or speak publicly against that type of  “lifestyle” with the same passion and anger concerning that portion of GOD’s word that speaks against those practices

If you are going to take a stance against one part take a stance against it all. Where was Donnie McClurkin when it came down to Eddie Long? Where is his fornication or adultery prayer line?  Stand for the totality of the WORD of GOD and not the portion that you feel strongly against.

I can’t say I blame Mayor Gray for his decision. Could it have been handled better? Yes. Do I blame him? No.  Believers have to learn to be mature about  the separation of “Church and State.”  If you want the State to get involved with religion, you are opening the door for the State to tax you, shut down your churches, and even  persecute you for your beliefs.

The Church is an exclusive fraternity, hand picked and selected by the foreknowledge of GOD to one day reign in his Eternal Kingdom.  Even though there are things that we don’t agree with or condone, it is not our job to cast judgement among those that do not  share our beliefs.  It is written that judgement “Must begin at the House of GOD.” (1st Peter 4:17). The House of GOD according to Timothy is the Church of the Living GOD. (1st Timothy 3:15)

There were  Christian believers in the book of Colossians that were observing the Sabbath, Festivals and Holy Days written in the scriptures. The Jews that did not believe in Christ were judging them form not performing many of the rabbinical Sabbath  traditions.  The Apostle quickly told them not to let any man judge the Church in our beliefs stating “don’t let anyone pass judgement on you in CONNECTION with eating and drinking or in regard to a Jewish festivals or New Moon or Sabbaths. These are a shadow of things that are coming but the body is  of the Messiah!”(Col.3:16)

The Fraternal Order of the church must be extremely judgmental concerning the church, seeing that one day we will be the functioning body that will be used to judge the world and Angels according to the gospel. Anyone within the gates of Israel were obligated to observe it’s guidelines, anyone outside was not.  Therefore, anyone who is not a confessing believer, not apart of the Church and it not showing any fruits of repentance does not warrant the Church’s judgment.

The Apostle states concerning fornicators – “For what business is it of mine to judge outsiders? Isn’t it those who apart of the [CHURCH]  that you should be judging? GOD will judge those who are outside.” (1st Cor.5:12-13 CJB)

Every citizen deserves rights of citizenship regardless of our convictions. Believers have a right to judge anyone that has committed to the gospel of salvation and repentance and hold them accountable for their actions.  Anyone  outside the Church whom GOD has not called at this time to his salvation are owed the grace of GOD, the good news about his kingdom and the right to make their decisions.

It is written to ” I counsel that petitions, prayers intercessions and thanksgivings be made for all human beings including kings and in all positions of prominence; so that WE may lead quiet and peaceful lives, being godly and upright in everything.” 1st Tim.2:1 (CJB)

Everyone has the right to choose their lives and the believers must pray for everyone and be an example and a living epistle of the unspeakable and glorious joy that resides in us. Men know who we are by our love, not our hate and anger.

Too many believers are looking for the world to support them, and make them relevant.  The Believer is in the World but not of it. We shouldn’t beg for the World to admonish us and then get mad when they stab us in the back they pat us on. IT’S THE WORLD! ALL THAT IS IN THE WORLD IS THE LUST OF THE EYE, THE LUST OF THE FLESH AND THE PRIDE OF LIVE!” 1st John 2:16 The world does not owe the church their honesty and integrity and  whining on social medias is not going to do anything to move them.  It is what it is.

Mayor Gray exercised his prerogative in making a decision that he felt was best for his community, not just one part of it but the whole of his community. The Church, has much more concerns than performances and concerts but to  understand the unity of the faith, the truth that is in the WORD OF GOD and hurling out  that gospel that can  transform our minds save us to the uttermost.

Elder Parker

This Article references Scriptures

1st Peter 1:8

1st Cor.6:13

John 15:19

1st Peter chapter 1.

Exodus 20

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Fatherhood

To be a Father, it does not require a credit application or a test. There are no character assessments that are needed and you don’t have to qualify to bring a child into the world. The way our Creator designed us is that once we are at a certain age and we have a willing participant we can reproduce the image and likeness of GOD.

GOD never created man to be a man. He created man to be like GOD. He designed the woman to help the man, and in that they would be heirs together to his Kingdom according to the grace of life.

It is written that the way of a man is not in him, we don’t have within our selves to direct his steps. GOD never designed man to learn how to evolve, grow and develop without his supervision. Man didn’t need an instruction manual he had direct fellowship with his maker to learn while having the vast creation to experience.

The first man Adam, left his Father. GOD provided for him in every way. Adam didn’t have to earn credit to buy a house or a mortgage. Adam didn’t need a diploma or a college degree. GOD placed in the right position to succeed without alleviating Adam’s choices. Adam was given the choice to obey or not obey. GOD was the perfect Father. Adam however was not the perfect son.

Fatherhood is about yielding to our Creator for guidance for our families to position our children to succeed. We cannot choose for our children, we cannot hide them from negative experiences or the pain that is in this age. We ensure that while that like our Father, we are committed to instruct them, guide them and protect them.

It is written that “there is a way that seems right to a man but the end are the ways of death.” (Proverbs 14:12). If we had all the answers to every question as men, being a Father would be easy. As men, we are always trying to find our niche’. What works and what doesn’t based on our character, determination and circumstances. When we think we have it, we look to share the information for the preservation of our future generations in spite of our past mistakes. Regardless of what we teach our children about life, and love, and happiness nothing that we teach them about life will grant them the opportunity to reach the hope and destiny that they were created for if we are guiding our homes with the weak wisdom of selfish experiences. The only way to successfully guide our homes is to ensure that Christ is our head and that we are pursuing the crown that is laid up for us.

It takes Faith to provide for a family. The scriptures declare that if you do not you have denied the faith. To teach a young man or a young woman their hope, you will give them the proper perspective needed to overcome any negative experience that awaits them in this present evil age.

A good Father is not a rich father, a bad father is not a poor father. A good Father leaves for his children an inheritance according to the WORD OF GOD. The best inheritance that you can leave your children is the character that will allow them to inherit all things according to the WORD OF GOD.

What can we teach them? The faith of GOD that will allow them to acquire the victory. Faith will allow them to overcome in this life that is full of disappointments. It is “the victory that allows us to overcome is our faith.”
It is written “He that overcometh shall inherit ALL THINGS, and I will be his GOD and he shall by my son!” – Rev 21:7

Gen. 1:26-28,32:29

Gen. 3

Gal.1:4

Proverbs 14

1st Cor. 11

Proverbs 13:22

Revelations 3:21, 21:7

The Need for Daily Motivation

The Need for Daily Motivation.

Life Has Purpose

Life is no accident.  Life in and of 
itself cannot be created. It is shaped by the actions of 2 people created in the 
image and likeness of GOD. Regardless of the circumstances behind their birth, 
or the intention of conception, life itself is bound by the creation of life.  A 
life just doesn ’t just happen. No one is alive by  wishful thinking. It is a deep process involving the functioning of various 
pieces. 

Life has a purpose. Creation did not just happen.  The environment created around us reflects an environment that was custom made for  our existence.  The air we breathe, the food we eat; everything that we have is  designed for us to live, move and have our being. Therefore, if everything  around us is purposed to serve us and to ensure the provisions of our existence,  what is our purpose?  Why are we here? 

There is a purpose to our existence. If everything was  created for us, what were we created for? We are the image and likeness of The 
Almighty Creator. His supreme knowledge, intellect and innovation brought about 
our existence and the creation that surrounds us.  

The Creator of all the universe is not idle. His 
creation, even now, continues to expand and evolve.  Are we not to do the same? 
We are not born as  babes to know why we are here but we are to understand 
through experiences and enlightenment. Both are brought about by GOD. It is 
written – 

“He has made everything suited to 
its time; also, he has given human beings an awareness of eternity; but in such 
a way that they can’t fully comprehend, from beginning to end, the things 
GOD does.” Ecc 3:11 CJB 

Our purpose is rooted in Eternity. Right now we are 
temporary, we are mortal beings obligated to die, aging every day. We are flesh 
and blood. We hurt, we bleed, we smell when we don’t wash. We cry and laugh, we are 
fearfully and wonderfully made. We are so complex in thought and behavior but so 
simple in our make up and existence.  Why?

The GOD of Heaven and Earth is not into Hobbies, we are not his entertainment; we are not a formula that went bad. We are his 
offspring , his workmanship, created after him.  His Kingdom is not a museum to 
display work of art but it is a place of purpose. 

My Brother and my  Sister, there is a purpose for your 
existence, there is a reason you are alive and made in the Image and Likeness of 
GOD!

Gen. 1:26-29, Acts 17:28, Ecc.3:11

The Statement

The Statement

“In my life, I have been fortunate  enough to be influenced by different roles I have held in various organizations.  I have had exposure to everything from The Church to  major corporations , politics and even the streets.  Through my experiences, I have found that if you know and understand  your purpose; if you can maintain a proper perspective and can apply your heart and wisdom to your daily walk, you will have the strength to overcome every negative thing that you are confronted with!”