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

Motivational Hope

According to a recent Gallup, 70% of workers polled hate their jobs or are disengaged with their current job. The numbers show that although many of us are educated, and driven to pursue our “dream” job, the fact of the matter is, our jobs are unfulfilling and dissatisfying.  We were meant for more.

It is sad to go to college, plummet yourself in debt just to get a job that stresses you out or make your days long, or make you feel like your ideas or contributions or not valued.

The Gallup Poll stems from professional workers like managers, executives, officials, physicians, nurses, teachers, office workers, government workers, sale workers, and service, manufacture and transportation workers. Roughly 25 million workers were polled.  Out of that, 70 percent did not like their job!

Because of this it is very hard for a lot of men and women to get out of bed and go to work. Good men and women know they have a responsibility, they have to pay bills, put food on the table for their children, take care of things, put things in order, and make things happen. It’s a real grind.

There are 365 days in the year, out of those days; the majority of us are working for approximately 260 of them with the possibility of getting 14 to 20 days to take of our own time or because we are sick.  That is over 70 percent.  It’s very hard for us to stay motivated when we have to work harder to get more and grind more to climb that ladder. What we give and sacrifice for more money pales in comparison to the time we lose and stress that we gain.  It takes its tolls on us. At any time our employers can decide that they no longer need our services and we have to start all over again.

Ultimately, you can never be fulfilled from the “nine to five. “  You were not created to push pens, pull strings or take notes.  Your creative mind, imagination, talent and determination was made to exceed far above what you can ask or think according to the power that is able to work inside of you.

Your employment has no bearing on your greatness. You are not a failure because you did not get a promotion or because you were overlooked. We were made to receive the adoption into the glorious liberty of the SONS OF GOD.

You have a reason to be motivated, because The Creator is choosing his family to inherit the ultimate ruler ship in his everlasting Kingdom while they are in this present evil world. Every day GOD is conforming his chosen ones into his Image so that his Creation will be filled with His glory as the waters cover the seas.  We must continue to grind. Although we are underpaid and unappreciated, the steps that have been ordered for us are working in us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory.

 Health Care might be costly, gas might be expensive, and food prices are rising every day.  The wealth gap has widened more than ever before.  However, as long as there is a Creator and his purpose is instilled in us with every waking day that we live, we can overcome and endure anything.

We can  stay motivated, not my money, not by prestige but  by the hope of the GLORY OF GOD which will allow us to inherit, rule and govern the Kingdom that was created for us before the foundation of the world.

This article sights the following scriptural references

Eph.3:26

Gal 4:7

Eph 1:5

Romans 8:18-35

Gal 1:4

Habakkuk 2:14

Psalms 37:23

2^nd Cor. 4:17

Rom 4:25, 5:5

Matt 25:34

This articles sights work from

http://www.gallup.com/strategicconsulting/163007/state-american-workplace.aspx

http://www.nydailynews.com/news/national/70-u-s-workers-hate-job-poll-article-1.1381297

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

Click to access chapter6.pdf

When there is Life There is Hope

 What everyone can learn from the life of Nelson Mandela

On December 5, 2013 we lost a great leader, Nelson Mandela.  This man through his efforts and determination exposed the world to the hatred of Apartheid that went on by the fierce and brutal regime of South Africa.

Mandela led a revolutionary stance against Apartheid and was imprisoned for 27 years. Mandela was  charged with inciting worker strikes, leaving the country without permission, sabotage and conspiracy to overthrow the government.  Mandela was found guilty of all four charges and sentenced to life imprisonment.

Nelson Mandela was imprisoned from June 12 1964 until February 11, 1990. 27 years of his life was spent imprisoned because of what he believed. Nelson Mandela didn’t view this sentence as punishment but he saw it as an opportunity to bring light to his cause,  stating

“In a way I had never quite comprehended before, I realized the role I could play in court and the possibilities before me as a defendant. I was the symbol of justice in the court of the oppressor, the representative of the great ideals of freedom, fairness and democracy in a society that dishonored those virtues. I realized then and there that I could carry on the fight even in the fortress of the enemy.” (Mandela ,1994 pg 458)

We will hear many great things about Mandela since his passing. What many will fail to mention is that he is an ex-convict that was falsely imprisoned. Nelson Mandela did not allow the 27 years of incarceration to grow and fester bitterness and anger that could have crippled his vision. He did not come out of jail and attempt to bash his incarcerators or incite riots. Mandela used the rest of his life to grow, succeed and accomplish. He became the President of South Africa, a global ambassador for his country as well as a phenomenal philanthropist.

In a country where men and woman who are incarcerated often come out to hopeless challenges, President Mandela exhibits that life is not over because a single solitary event holds a major portion of your life.  Life is too great to be confined to a prison cell, bankruptcy, divorce, or a job termination. Every day presents us with the opportunity to restart over again.

When an ex-felon does leaves from prison they still face many various challenges. Here are few things that stand against them.

1. Your admission to public housing could be restricted, suspended or denied
2. Social Security Benefits can be terminated
3. Public Assistance can be restricted and removed
4. The Higher Education Act of 1998 bars ex-felons from Pell Grants and large Federal Student Loans.
5. You no longer have the right to vote

There are many difficult challenges to get back into a society that claims to be so “forgiving,” even though it is holds  the highest prison population in the world. However, The Creator of All Life designed the human spirit to hope in the midst of any adversity.

Many successfully men and women have gone on from the jail cell the Wall Street and board rooms. People like Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, Charles Dutton, Anthony Divincezo, Dave Dahl, Adrienne Smalls, Robert Downey Jr, Matha Stewart, Don King, Augustus Turner all have redefined their lives by not allowing the past to define the future.

Joseph the Dreamer had dream years before it came to fruition. He was sold into slavery by his brothers, falsely convicted, incarcerated, released, elevated, promoted then facilitated a global initiative that saved millions.

GOD never designed one moment of our lives to exist without hope. It is written that we “rejoice in the hope of the GLORY OF GOD.”  (Roman 5:2) Anytime you stop hoping you are defying the purpose of your existence. To stop hoping is the same as to stop breathing.  The Creator subjugated us to hope.  Hope can only be real when you cannot see who things we develop or know what the outcome will be.  It is written –

“For we are saved by hope: but hope that is seen is not hope: for what a man seeth, why doth he yet hope for? But if we hope for that we see not, then do we with patience wait for it.” (Rom 8.24-25)

Oftentimes years pass by before we see the results of our hard work.  Our eternal destiny and purposed resides in the Hope of GOD’s Kingdom.  The thief next to The Messiah on his death bed asked that he be remembered when Our Savior entered into his Kingdom. YAHSHUA (Christ, the Messiah) answered him “TODAY YOU SHALL BE WITH ME IN PARADISE!”

You can never position yourself where you do not hope. Hope is the blood of visions; our destiny is far greater than our circumstances. Hope is the language that speaks to the motivation of our spirits and mandates we rise beyond our current state to position our minds for the greatness we have been created to obtain.

Romans Chapter 5

Romans Chapter 8

Luke 23

Genesis 37-50

Maturity (part 1 )

The Word mature comes from a latin word maturus which means to ripe. The root word ma also means good. The latin word marturs denotes ripened at a good time. The word is also used to mean morning. Mature by English definition is –

a having completed natural growth and development :ripe;: having undergone maturation

b having attained a final or desired state

c having achieved a low but stable growth rate
d: of, relating to, or being an older adult :
e: of or relating to a condition of full development
f: characteristic of or suitable to a mature individual

Because the word “maturity” comes from a word meaning to be ripened it stands to say that to be mature stems from growing and developing from a root. If we use the example of a plant or a fruit, anything that matures must go through a growth process that involves the participation of elements other than itself. The seed that grows must be rooted in good soil, receive water and sunshine that will contribute to its growth.

Every man must go through a maturation process. A man does not mature by celebrating a birthday every year, growing hair on his arms or getting taller. A man must receive the necessary elements in order to develop and mature.

It has become more and more apparent that young men in today’s’ society lack the maturity to make sound decisions for the benefit of themselves and their families. Many young men run from responsibility, lack accountability, work ethics and dedication. All are qualities of adulthood that are learned over time. Every man needs the patience to be able to make a commitment. Patience is learned through experience; Knowing and understanding growth, vision, taking advantage of time to prepare and understand various task at hand. Because we live in a world that will sacrifice quality for time it is difficult to understand the role of a maturation process.

Nothing grows fast naturally. The order our Creator set in place that is that greatness starts small and has a course. Over time we use time to grow and develop. When the time is right, all of our hard work and dedication that were incorporated into our growth will take effect.

When we look at the growth of a seed, its growth is not determined by the seed at all. The fact that a seed exist does not mean that it of itself will grow. How the seed is watered, and the nutrients it receives from the sun and soil determines its growth. A seed must be planted, tended to, paid attention in order for the maturation process to take place. In the same token there are many factors that contribute to the maturation process of a young man. His environment, his parents, his education, discipline but most importantly his decisions all bear influence on a young man’s ability to mature.

A man does not look for maturity, life itself ensures that every man to go through the maturation process. It is up to a man whether or not to comply by gaining understanding and wisdom to make the right decisions so that he might be successful in life.

It is written in the scriptures

“When I was a child, I spake as a child, I understood as a child, I thought as a child. but when I became a man, I put away childish things.”
1st Cor.13

The Apostle states that his comprehension and rationale were different between adulthood and childhood. When he “became a man” the writer states that he had to “PUT AWAY” childish things. This word put away does not remove as in forget what it is like to be a child or to remove any memory of behavior of childhood but the word comes from the greek word katergeo which means to render idle, make inactive and inoperative. Meaning the effect of his childhood whether good or bad will not weigh on the necessary demand of manhood.

Most psychologist resort to the childhood of an adult to find deep rooted problems. The ability to mature stands in the fact that a man is able to rise above any of the experiences of his childhood and render them powerless to the path of his destiny regardless of what things took place good or bad.

Life presents every man with the task to mature. As we age we learn more, experience more, increase in knowledge and become aware of many things. With this mindset must come the courage to make decisions based on what we know and learn and understand guided by Holy Spirit and the WORD OF GOD.

A man makes a decision to grow up, embracing what life has to offer and developing within life’s circumstances. The tears, the pain the laughter, and the joy all lend to a man growing up and taking on the character that will one day allow him to reach his ultimate potential and destiny.

*Scripture References*

Romans 5:4
James 1:4
1st Cor. 13

Motivation is a Choice

The Offspring of the Almighty GOD whose name is YAHWEH made us to be his offspring. Man was created in his image and likeness.  All other creation is subject to instinct and the specificity of instruction.  Animals are limited in thought and knowledge, angels who we often envy, are constricted by instruction to assist us, the fellow heirs of GOD’s Kingdom and if they go outside of that will they are relegated to outer darkness and chains.

Mankind, however is different. We have been selected above all creation to receive the inspiration of the Almighty that allows us to imagine, calculate, observe intelligently and think. Think for the purpose of making decisions. There is a word ra’ah in Hebrew that means to see, perceive, have a vision, regard, observe, consider, distinguish. This is the action that scriptures state should be done in the day adversity.

Motivation is not for times that you are happy or joyful. Motivation is needed for dark days. Days that you are feeling down and uninspired. The human spirit has been empowered to strengthen itself through the conscious application of will and determination.

Motivation by definition is the reason or reasons one has for acting or behaving in a particular way. It is the general desire or willingness of someone to do something.

Life in all it’s splendor presents times that we are often sad, lonely at times without money full of worry, frustration, anxiety and disarray. It is at those times when you have to rehearse the reason for your existence. A man’s life does not consist in material possession. No material item brought you into your existence. Your life was not financed or put on lay away. No material item set up your life therefore it should not the defining factor of your determination and motivation.

You are stronger, more focused when you are motivated. GOD had a reason for creating and you are stronger when you are compelled by his reasoning and purpose for you. Motivation pushes you, strengthens you. You must choose to be motivated. Because GOD has created man for the purpose of becoming Kings and rulers in his government nothing on planet earth has the power to be a deterrent to our ultimate destiny.

Our choice to be motivated must be concrete, solid. When we choose the factors of our motivation it will instill in our minds a will that can overcome any adversity; granting us the power to be steadfast, unmovable, always abounding in GOD’s work, with the understanding that our work is not in vain but is full of purpose and power.

*scripture reference*
Hebrews 2:4
1st Peter 1:12
2nd Peter 2:4
Psalms 8
Job 33:4
Ecc 7:23
Luke 12:15
Gen 1:26
Romans 8:28
Rev 5:10
1st Cor 15:58

Experience and Hope

What would life be like if we never experienced anything negative.  What would we have learned? How intelligent would we be? How in touch would we be with our emotions? What if we never had to work for anything, if we were never rewarded?  What if we would have never cried or felt lonely?  What if we could have dictated our own circumstances, chosen our parents, the place we grew up, who are friends and associates were or the weather patterns?

Our lives are positioned so that we can acquire the character that will position us for greatness in GOD’s master plan. The strategic planning of GOD that was foreordained before the foundation of the WORLD is not always pleasant nor is it always fun, it is however for our betterment.

What we have to do is trust the process. Faith is not just believing believing GOD will wait on us like a butler or a made to order blessing maker. Faith is believing that GOD is in full control of every aspect of our lives and has our destiny preserved for us. There are good things reserved for us in the Kingdom of GOD. According to the Apostle Jude, we are “sanctified and preserved,” meaning that we are set aside and we are protected for a use far beyond our wildest imaginations. Our greatness is not contingent on what we can see with our eyes, hear or perceive with out minds. It’s is written

“No eye has seen, no ear has heard
and no one’s heart has imagined
all the things that God has prepared
for those who love him.” 1cor.2:9

*scripture references*
Romans 5
Jude 1:3
Hebrews 11:1-6
1st Peter 1:4

Take the Stand

Every day of our lives is full of purpose. There is nothing that we do that is futile, useless wasted. Our thoughts come before the presence of the Almighty GOD who seeks to perfect the things that concern us.

It is written that GOD has given us a “record,”   This word in Greek comes from the word “martus” where we get martyr from.  A martyr be definition is someone that is murdered for their beliefs.

However, death is not a testimony of your beliefs but LIFE is a testimony of your beliefs.  Your life is a testimony, it speaks, it makes a resounding sound when your mouth is closed.   The decisions that you make, the people that you are associated with, the things you do, the means by how you choose to express yourself, your behavior, how you respond to adversity and how you react in good times stands as a record to things that you believe.

What does your life say? What questions are your life answering, what message is your life sending?  Does your life encourage, does your life edify or will people look at your life as a testimony of how not to be? Does your life send out warning signs are does you life admonish those that you come in contact with?

We are living letters. Our lives are testimonies that when lived right are written with the Spirit of the Living GOD.

Let your record show, and take the stand to testify of what you assure to be true. Let life’s dictation to be that of strong beliefs and a determined will, not by your fears, failures or circumstances. Every Human being has been encoded with the DNA of GOD’s image created to dominate and overcome every aspect of your existence through the WILL AND POWER OF GOD!

Take the stand, be the exemplary figure for all Creation to admonish. Choose to obtain the character that displays the marks of the triumphant manifestation of GOD’s power.

*scripture reference*
Romans 8:28
Ps. 138:8
Ps.19:14
2nd Cor 3.3
I John 5:11

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

website –

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Faith

Many people are under the notion that Faith is an unseen expectation from GOD that we rely on or believe with blinded eyes assuming that GOD will comply to our every wishes and needs.  The concept of Faith that many have likens The GOD of All Force, Matter and Energy to a Jeanie that appears out of a bottle and grants wishes to it’s servants that happened to pop up at the right place, at the right time. Nothing could be further from the truth.

It is written that ” YAHWEH is a GOD of KNOWLEDGE and by him actions are weighted.” (1st Sam 2:3)  Faith is a belief based on knowledge, evidence, proof, accurate detailed information. (Strongs Gr 4102) Because you believe something will happen does not obligate GOD to defy his will to comply to your wishes.  All the beliefs concerning The Creator and his promises should be rooted and founded on his written word. 

Faith was not giving to any man or women to follow their dreams, pursue careers or follow their heart. The Faith of GOD is contrary to what we see. Faith means that you are persuaded, credited, convicted, consistent, reliable, consistent.  Faith was given so that we may obtain the victory to overcome this present evil age to obtain the richness of our inheritance that GOD has stored up for us.

You do not have the right to believe GOD outside of his word. GOD’s word is true, forever settled and cannot be voided. Therefore, your belief of him must be according to his word.

Therefore, if you do not know the WORD OF GOD, you do not have faith. You do not “step out on faith,” Faith is not a risk, it is not blind ambition, trusting GOD according to his written word is more concrete and sure than the ground you walk on. 

The WORD OF GOD was given to us to persuade us according to our daily walk of life so that we can obtain the victory that is needed to overcome every negative aspect of this present evil age. 

YAHSHUA (Christ, the Messiah) said that every day has evil in it. Every day we are obligated to overcome the evil that are in the days and overcome. The WORD OF GOD keeps us persuaded that GOD has stored up our destiny that awaits us to overcome.

Life compels us to know his word, without it we are destined to fail but faith is the victory to overcome this world, because we walk by FAITH AND NOT BY SIGHT!

*Scripture Reference*
1st Samuel 2:3
Hebrews chapter  11
2nd Cor.5:7
Eph.1:18
1st John 5:4
Matthew chapter 6

Romans 10:17