Verse of the Day
Haven't I commanded you? Strength! Courage! Don't be timid; don't get discouraged. God, your God, is with you every step you take. Joshua 1:9 The Message This was God speaking to Joshua after Moses death. Joshua was Moses assistant and after Moses died God directs and encourages Joshua to take the command of the children of … Continue reading Verse of the Day
Verse of the Day
What is strength? The capacity to withstand Great force or pressure. Personal strengths are the skills and actions that you can do well. Strengths are God given gifts and talents. Each and every one of us possess different strengths and He is the source of our Strength. When we are weak, He is Strong! He … Continue reading Verse of the Day
We Need Your Help!
Will you donate $5 to help us buy bar soap, deodorant, laundry detergent and shampoo for the families receiving assistance this weekend? We are $45 over budget to purchase the needed items. Our cash app is $HopeHelps2020 Thank you for your support!
Verse of the Day
He came on the double when He heard my prayer. ~Psalm 66:19 (the message) I could give you endless testimonies of every prayer He has answered for me. Some big, some small. He amazes me continually with the Love and Care He shows me by answering even the smallest of Prayers. I urge you today … Continue reading Verse of the Day
Verse of the Day
Therefore Encourage One Another and Build Each Other Up ~ 1 Thessalonians 5:11 I encourage you today to read 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11. Encouraging our neighbors is such an important part of the Greatest Commandment to Love our Neighbors as ourself. Most people we meet are hurting in some way and need inspiration, they need Hope. … Continue reading Verse of the Day
Blessed to be a Blessing
Saturday's food pantry was a Blessing. We were able to provide 7 families with food. We were Blessed with two volunteers to help pass out food. God used one of the ladies from the church to help the family pictured. They traveled 15 miles for 2 hours and took 3 different buses to pick up … Continue reading Blessed to be a Blessing
A Behind the Scenes Look at a Non Profit Food Pantry: How Donations Help Feed Those in Need
It's a Tuesday afternoon at a small non-profit food pantry in an urban neighborhood. Inside, a small team of dedicated volunteers is hard at work restocking the shelves and readying the space for the evening’s rush of clients. Outside, people of all ages, from all walks of life, stand in a line, some on bicycles, … Continue reading A Behind the Scenes Look at a Non Profit Food Pantry: How Donations Help Feed Those in Need
The Generosity of Senators Lankford and Coons
Senators James Lankford and Chris Coons have demonstrated a remarkable level of charity towards American taxpayers. Their recent initiative seeks to provide financial relief to those in need, and its effects are expected to be far-reaching. It is an act of selflessness that deserves recognition and appreciation. In this blog post, we will take a … Continue reading The Generosity of Senators Lankford and Coons
What Can You Do?
Our Father owns the cattle on a thousand hills. Everything that we have is HIS. He will meet our every need when we ask Him. Give Your Fears to God and Replenish yourself with His Promises. He will Never leave us or Forsake us. Count it ALL Joy. Think of Everything you can Praise Him … Continue reading What Can You Do?
Be Who God Created You to Be
The Church is being called to Rise Up in this season and use their God-given spiritual gifts. We are reminded of the words of Ephesians 2:10 which says, "For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them." These verses remind us that … Continue reading Be Who God Created You to Be
The Golden Rule
Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. Man, that becomes hard when we feel unappreciated or wronged, but at some point, we must realize it isn't about us and how we feel. We must die to self. We must forgive others even while they spit in our face and talk behind … Continue reading The Golden Rule
Obedience, God’s Love Language
Sometimes we don't want what God has for us. It's a sad truth. It is one that brings heartache, division, and strife. Our adversary roams like a lion seeking whom he may devour. If you aren't ready, if you haven't prepared, if you haven't girded up the loins of your mind you will be caught … Continue reading Obedience, God’s Love Language
Rise Up Challenge
The Rise Up Church Movement is Challenging you, yes You, to step out in Boldness, to step into Your calling. Rise Up in Boldness and Step Out in Faith. Choose an activity that Challenges you to go deeper and step out of your comfort zone.
Prayer
Prayer. We all know that we should do it, but how often do we let things distract us or keep us from it? There is Power in Prayer. Prayer changes things. Prayer moves mountains. Prayer causes shifts in the Spiritual Realm. Prayer breaks chains and sets captives free. The Father desires to speak with You. … Continue reading Prayer
Proverbs 18 Wisdom
I was reading in Proverbs 18 a couple of days ago and verse 19 really stuck out to me. "A brother offended is harder to win than a strong city, And contentions are like the bars of a castle." When we offend others with our words and actions they no longer care to listen to … Continue reading Proverbs 18 Wisdom
Speak Life
Your words are Powerful! Death and Life are in the Power of the tongue. Out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks. Your thoughts form your words. The devil will attack your mind, stand on the truth in the word of God. If it doesn't line up with scripture cast it down and … Continue reading Speak Life
After God’s Heart
My husband and I have been studying in 1 and 2 Samuel and Kings for a while now. We've been reading about David. David is revered as a man after God's own Heart. When I think about a man after God's own Heart I think about a "Perfect" man, someone that can do no wrong. … Continue reading After God’s Heart
The Battle is Real!
THE BATTLE IS REAL against the Powers of Darkness. We MUST Put on the Full Armor of God to withstand the wiles of the devil and Stand Firm. Say this now: I Put on the Belt of Truth and have the wisdom to know His Truth above all other noise. I Put on the Breastplate … Continue reading The Battle is Real!
Overcoming Anxiety
If we allow our thoughts to linger on the "What If's" we will cripple our ability to trust God in hard times. Stay Focused on the little things you can savor during this time. Practice being Grateful. Gratitude will change your attitude. The associate Pastor at my Church recently preached about Anxiety. She said Anxiety … Continue reading Overcoming Anxiety