KNOWING CHRIST GIVES US HOPE JOY AND PEACE

Romans 15:13 Now, may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you believe in Him so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.

Our hope does not come from our desires or wishes, but from God' who is Himself the people's confidence.  Joy is not like happiness; happiness is based upon happenings or whether things in our lives are going well or not.  Just as our peace comes from a combination of hope, trust, faith and,  reconciliation with God.  So, spiritual hope, joy, and peace stay with us even while suffering.  Our hope, joy, and peace are the anticipation and expectation of something great and marvelous; our hope, joy, and peace know Christ who lives in us.

We pray that today is a day of hope, joy, peace, happiness, and love for all believers.  Let the Holy Spirit overflow in us through our faith and develop our Fruit, Lord thank You for restoring love, harmony, and unity between our Father and us.  Father, thank You for, Your atoning grace and forgiveness that has reinstated us into Your Holy Family. Lord, teach us how to use Your power in the physical and the spiritual realm for those in need. Father, You said those who are wise should shine like the brightness of the firmament.  Lord, we ask that You allow this light to shine on our children, and our children's children give them hope, joy, and peace so that You may turn our children to righteousness.  Lord, there is destruction all around us, in our neighborhoods, communities, schools, churches, and world.  Lord, we ask You to intervene in our lives right now to restore peace and order to all people and the world.  Lord, help Your people gain an actual Spiritual birth through Christ, so the hope, joy, and peace that comes from knowing Christ fill us from the top of our heads to the soles of our feet, in Jesus' name, Amen.

HOW CAN WE NOT LOVE OTHERS, BUT SAY WE LOVE GOD

1 John 4:16 God is love. Whoever lives in love lives in God, and God in them. 17 This is how love is made complete among us to have confidence on the day of judgment: In this world, we are like Jesus. 18 There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear because fear has to do with punishment. Therefore, the one who fears is not made perfect in love.  19 We love because he first loved us. 20 Whoever claims to love God yet hates a brother or sister is a liar. For whoever does not love their brother and sister, whom they have seen, cannot love God, whom they have not seen. 21 And he has given us this command: Anyone who loves God must also love their brother and sister.

Throughout the Bible, we are taught about love, how much God loves us, and how we should love each other.  Love is God's high esteem for us and the high regard we should have for Him and others.  The Bible records the most incredible love story of all times; when God sent His only Son to die for our sins (John 3:16), His merciful and steady love.  So how could anyone that claims to be a believer of God harbor hate in their hearts? They cannot; they are a liar.

Father, let us love one another, for love comes from You; Lord, all who loves, has been reborn in You and You in us.  Lord, teach those that hate; that they do not know You, and You do not know them.  Lord, we love because You first loved us, You sent Your only Son; to die so we could live through Him.  Lord, once we receive the Holy Spirit, it empowers us to love everyone, including our enemies; and if we do not love, we have not received You.  Lord, we know You are love, and whoever lives in love; lives in You.  Father, we have never seen You, but if we love others, You live in us, and Your love is made complete through us, in Jesus' name, we pray Amen.

HE GIVES US JOY

Psalm 19:1The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands. 2 Day after day they pour forth speech; night after night they reveal knowledge.  3 They have no speech; they use no words; no sound is heard from them.  4 Their voice goes out into all the earth, their words to the ends of the world.

 We can see God's glory all around and in us, and His presence gives us a feeling of joy. The transformation that has taken place in our lives comes from the joy and peace we receive from Him through The Word.  When we observe the power and blessings of God, we can't help but praise Him.  There have been times that I would stand through the whole Church service; because of the overwhelming feeling of God's presence around me and the joy in my Heart because of Him.  God created us from nothing, just like He created the world, and in light of His creation, our purpose is to do His work and to live with joy in our hearts.  Knowing He is Lord and our Savior.

Father, Your will, is perfect for our Souls; Your promise is trustworthy, and Your love gives us joy. Lord, Your rules and standard for a living are righteous, and it gives joy and peace to our hearts.  Father, Your wisdom and knowledge have the power to establish us in a place of permanence. Lord, the love, joy, and peace that Your Word provides is more precious than gold; it is sweeter than honey, and being obedient servants of the Word.  Thank You, Lord, for the forgiveness of our hidden faults, and forgive us for willful sin against You; let not our fleshly desires rule over us.  Father, thank You for keeping us through the night, and bless the families of those who were called home; and we pray that they had given their Souls to You.   Lord, You are with us, the Mighty Warrior who saves us; thank You for taking great delight in us, and because of grace, You will no longer rebuke us, in Jesus' name, Amen.

DO WHAT'S RIGHT AND JUST

Proverbs 21:21 Whoever pursues righteousness and love finds life, prosperity, and honor.  God wants us to seek Him and not the things of the world when we're looking for God; we will find love, faith, endurance, and gentleness.  Romans 2:6  God "will repay each person according to what they have done." Psalm 37:28 For the Lord loves the just and will not forsake his faithful ones.  Wrongdoers will be destroyed; the offspring of the wicked will perish.

To pursue the things of God cost us nothing but faith; the things of God give us peace, self-control, and power, power over our sinful nature.  Once we receive Christ and follow God's instruction, we are filled with the Holy Spirit; and the Holy Spirit will transform us into godliness and give us strength and guidance as we walk with Christ.

Father, we are Your unworthy servants; who still disobey Your Word. Thank You for understanding and forgiveness.  Lord, thank You for the law of the Spirit that has set us free in Christ Jesus. For He has done what the law, weakened by our flesh; could not do, saved us. Thank You for sending Your only Son in the likeness of sinful flesh so the righteous requirement of the law might be fulfilled in us and teach us to walk not according to the flesh but according to the Spirit.   Lord, we receive You as our Savior; please write Your New Covenant of grace in our hearts; through our study of Your Word, so we will mature into the believers You created us to be, Christ-like.  Father, You have delivered us from Satan; through our faith in You, Thank You for being our shield against evil and our enemies.  Lord, hear our righteous plea and give ears to our prayers, deliver us from our fleshly desires of this lost world. In Jesus' name, Amen.

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HUMBLE OURSELVES AND PRAY

God, we are still working on our sins, so please forgive us if we have dishonored You or offended others.  Lord, thank You for Your presence in our life and strengthening our faith; through Your daily revelation.  Father, You have kept Your Word, and we are grateful for the guidance, joy, peace, and the Christ-like character; that the Word provides us.  Father, thank You for the revelation, which helps us use the wisdom of the Word to help others and ourselves.   Father, our biggest problem is self-denial, so please break that chain of the flesh, and fill us with the things of the Spirit, so we can become the people You created us to be, Lord, we are witnesses to Your grace and Your kindness, Your love, Your peace, Your hope, and the transforming power of Your Spirit.  Father, thank You for the revelation of forgiveness that has taken our lives in a new direction; and brought us closer to You.   Thank You for your patience and the strength and courage to let You lead and stay out of Your way. In Jesus name, Amen

NOTHING BUT THE BLOOD OF JESUS

God is obsessed with the blood of Jesus, and we should be too; instead, the blood offends many people, causing the Church not to preach on the topic. Just observe the message of today’s sermons, and you’ll notice the blood and God's wrath is all but taken from our teachings. Some Spiritual Leaders have deemed the blood, and God's wrath unimportant.  It is false teaching when we do not teach how important the blood and God's wrath is for our existence.

Here is what the Blood of Christ Does, the blood remits our sins, the blood gives life to all who consume it, it causes us to dwell in Christ and He in us.  The blood is how Jesus became our atonement, and the blood justifies us and saves us from God's wrath.  The blood gives us forgiveness, peace, and reconciliation to God.  The Blood cleanses our conscience from dead works to serving the living God; the blood is the means by which we enter the holiest place with boldness.

Father, we plead the Blood over all these senseless killings, by law enforcement and each other.  Lord, You give us the authority to trample over the power of the enemy, and nothing shall hurt us, because of the blood.  Lord, we intervene and claim that power over our young people, right now in the name of the blood.  Father, there is no help from man, so we come to You on bending knees crying for help. “Save our young people,  save our country, save our lives.”  Lord, we say a special prayer for all who have lost their loved one to violence, war, and diseases. Father, we ask that You give them rest and peace of mind, that their loved one is at peace.  Lord, give our Political and Spiritual Leaders Your wisdom, knowledge, and love for all people.  Father, help us see that working together as a unit on one accord, to save the future; our children is the only way they will not perish.  Lord, we ask that You work with law enforcement, give them compassion for all people, understanding, and protection.  Father, continuing to work in and through us, to teach Your Word daily to our children so they will not stray away from You. Lord, help us to become communities and neighborhoods that work as villages, to raise our children as we were instructed to do “by Your Word.”  Lord, we plead the Blood of our children, our children's children and this lost world, in Jesus name we pray Amen

GOD CALLS US TO LIVE IN UNITY

1 Corinthians 1:10 I appeal to you brothers and sisters, in the name of Jesus, that all of us agree with one another in what we say and let there be no divisions among us, but that we are perfectly united in mind and thought.   " God need us to" Colossian 3:13-14 Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you have a grievance against someone; forgive as the Lord forgave you.  And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.

God wants all His people to love each other as we love Him, throughout scripture, we are instructed to work together in unity and love
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Father, let believers everywhere experience the blessing of unity in You.  Lord, teach us about what we have in common; one hope, one faith, and one Lord, that is Christ Jesus.  Father, the love we have for You, gives us oneness, harmony, agreement, love and unity with others.  Lord, equip Your people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up; and our Spirits united as one, with love for each other.  Lord, let us all be peacemakers; so we will be called children of God, and do not let our hearts be troubled.  Father, nourish our fruit, and help us attain the whole measure; and the fullness of Christ, so that we may be brought to completeness with Christ-like character.   Amen

We came together in unity to build a playground for the children at Fair Oaks Park

IT'S ABOUT HIS BIRTH, DEATH, AND RESURRECTION TO SAVE US

Matthew 21:11The crowds replied, “This is Jesus, the prophet from Nazareth in Galilee.” 12Then Jesus went into the temple courts and drove out all who were buying and selling there. He overturned the tables of the money-changers and the seats of those selling doves. 13 And He declared to them, “It is written: ‘My house will be called a house of prayer.’ But you are making it ‘a den of robbers.

We have done to Jesus death, birth, and resurrection what our ancestors did to the Temple, made a way to rob people of their money.  We should be praising Christ yet all we see is Marketing for clothes, baskets, rabbits, and eggs on Easter; just as we see toys, decorations, and gifts for Christmas.  But we see very little if anything about Christ, then we ask ourselves what's wrong with our children.  We, should put their focus on Christ and what He has done for us, but, we let them get caught up in the Marketing schemes of man.  We need to teach love, fasting, praying, unity, worship, and praise; and aii the other things money cannot buy

Father forgive us for using Your birth, death, and resurrection as a Marketing scheme to make money; instead of teaching, the price You paid for us. Lord, let those that attend Church on Your special days, receive Salvation, conviction, and correction; not just the excitement of the celebration, but the revelation of You.  Father, let us not lead our children and our children’s children into darkness; by following trends, but lead them to the light through the things of the Spirit.  Lord, let them come to You, with thanksgiving, and a grateful heart, so they will receive Salvation, sanctification, and the anticipation of You.  Father, open their eyes, so they will see Your perfect will for their lives, and give them ears, so they will hear the Truth of the Word, that brings transformation in their lives, in Jesus name Amen.

Trinitee 5:7 - God's Grace

THERE IS NOTHING MORE POWERFUL THAN A PRAYING MAN

The Lord is our shepherd (our Savior, our strength); we shall not want (safe in His care).  He maketh us to lie down in green pastures (Peace and tranquility): He leadeth us beside the still waters (water running through a stream even in a storm).  He restoreth our souls (provision made for us souls and bodies by His goodness and forgiveness): He leadeth us in the paths of righteousness (He give us guidance and a way out of temptation) for his name’s sake.  Yea, though we walk through the valley of the shadow of death (day to day living and problems), we will fear no evil (He gives us protection): for thou art with us; thy rod and thy staff (His Word and promise) they comfort us.  Thou preparest a table before us in the presence of our enemies (in sight of the enemy, but they cannot harm us, with provisions and comfort): thou anointest our heads with oil (we are His chosen vessels); our cup runneth over (we have more than enough).  Surely goodness and mercy (His grace and blessings) shall follow us all the days of our lives: and we will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.”

WHEN TWO ARE MORE COME TOGETHER IN PRAYER GOD IS IN THE MIDST

Heavenly Father, we humble ourselves under Your mighty hand. Forgive us for our sins, and cleanse us from all unrighteousness. Let us draw near to You with a pure heart full of confidence and faith, and having our hearts free from an evil conscience, and our bodies washed with the Word fill us with the Holy Spirit.  Let Your Word dwell in us richly, so that we will not follow false teachers with strange doctrines, let us study, and hold on to what is good.  Lord, let us not complain, or chase after our lustful desires, but let us be rich in good works, ready to give and willing to share with others.  We pray that the whole body be knit and joined and that every part does its share causing growth to the body and each other.  Father, as each one of us, has received a gift, let us ministers it, looking out for the interests of others. Lord, let us love one another with a pure heart so that we do not lose the things we have been blessed with; Lord, let us become watchful in our prayers, as we wait, for Your return. Father, help us run with endurance the race that is set before us and setting our minds on things above and not on things below.  Lord, keep us pressing toward our calling, putting on the whole armor that we may stand against the evil.  Father, give us the courage to speak the Truth of Your Word, the blessings and the wrath with great boldness, then You will heal us, in Jesus name.  Amen

NEW COVENANT

Jeremiah 31:31-34 The time is coming," declared the LORD; "when I will make a new covenant with the house of Israel and with the house of Judah.  Not like the covenant which I made with their ancestors in the day, I took them by the hand to bring them out of Egypt.  My covenant which they broke, although I was a husband to them," declared the LORD. "But this is the covenant which I will make with the house of Israel after those days," said the LORD, "I will put My law in their minds and their hearts I will write it, and I will be their God, and they shall be My people.

Jesus died over 2000 years ago to save us from sin; to bring His Father New Covenant to pass; He paid the price with His life.  He came to earth not as the King He was, but as a servant, to show us how to live.  Jesus knew that our sinful nature would not allow us to keep the Old Covenant.  Although we witness His powers first hand, we continue to break our promise we made to God.  So, God decided to make a New Covenant with His people; a Covenant of grace and forgiveness, not engraved in stone, but our hearts through the death of His Son.

Father, we are Your unworthy servants; who to this day, still disobey Your will.  Lord, thank You, for the law of the Spirit that has set us free in Christ Jesus from the law of sin and death. For He has done what the law, weakened by the flesh, could not do. Thank You for sending Your only Son in the likeness of sinful flesh so the righteous requirement of the law might be fulfilled in us, who walk not according to the flesh but according to the Spirit.   Lord, we receive You as our Savior, please write Your New Covenant of grace on our hearts; through our study of Your Word, so we will be Your people.  Father, You have delivered us from Satan; through our faith in You, thank You for being our shield.  Lord, hear our righteous plea and give ears to our prayers, deliver us from our fleshly desires of this lost world. In Jesus name, Amen

WE SHOULD BE GLORIFYING THE LAMB NOT A RABBIT

Matthew 27:52 The tombs were opened, and many bodies of the saints who had fallen asleep were raised; 53 and coming out of the tombs after His resurrection they entered the holy city and appeared too many. 54 Now the centurion, and those who were with him keeping guard over Jesus, when they saw the earthquake and the things that were happening, became terrified and said, "Truly this was the Son of God!"…John 20:1 Early on the first day of the week, while it was still dark, Mary Magdalene went to the tomb and saw that the stone had been removed from the entrance.

Easter is about the resurrection of Jesus Christ and our deliverance.  Christ came to restore what Adam lost in the Garden of Eden.   Through Adam, we all died, and in Christ, we all live, by accepting Him as our savior.  Christ gives life for those who belong to Him (1Corinthians 15:20-23 Christ has indeed been raised from the dead, for since death came through a man, the resurrection of the dead comes also through a man.) that is what Easter is about, JESUS resurrection.  After we nailed Him to the cross and publicly crucified Him, then we pierced Him in His side to ensure He was dead.  We took His body down from the cross and laid Him in a tomb and sealed it with a rock.  The tomb was guarded by Roman soldiers to make sure His body, would not be stolen by His disciples.  Jesus laid in the tomb for three days, but early Sunday morning He got up with all power in His hands.  Christ is why we should be celebrating Easter, not a rabbit, Easter basket, or new clothing.

Father, Forgive us for crucifying You daily through our sinful nature, which You gave Your life to set us free from sin.  Lord, forgive us for turning YOUR BIRTH AND REBIRTH into ways of making money, instead of honoring You.  Lord, we praise Santa on Christmas when we should be glorifying Your birth, and we pay more attention to the Easter Bunny than to Your resurrection.  Father, we are still not worthy of the sacrifice You made for us on the cross.  Lord, Easter Sunday should be one of our greatest celebrations of You; because it is the day, YOU defeated death and rose from the grave to give us a way out of sin and eternal life.  Lord, You are the extraordinary transformation of heaven and earth, and we glorify a rabbit.  Father forgive us for we know not what we do, in Jesus mighty name Amen

Artwork by Ron Watson

IF WE LIVE IN OUR COMFORT ZONE WE DO NOT WALK WITH GOD

1 Corinthians 6:18  Flee fornication. Every sin that a man does is without the body, but he that commits fornication sin against his own body.

We cannot do what makes us comfortable and please and honor God, we either follow His instruction and walk in His will; or walk on our own.  We are so free sexually that we do not consider getting pregnant or the danger of sleeping around unprotected; even though we are aware of, the deadly sexual transmitted diseases.  How can we look at a person and determine if they are not infected with one of these diseases or suitable to be a parent; do we really want to raise a child without a father, because most times this is what happens, this is why we must protect ourselves at all times. The best way to protect ourselves is to abstain from sex until we are married, we have to  learn self-denial, and we cannot do this on our own, we need God's guidance and strength

 Father, forgive me for fornication and continue to keep me sexual still through Your peace and strength.  Father, teach us that our bodies are the temple of Your Spirit, and not for the sexual use of this world.  Lord, help us not fornicate, so we do not have all kind of wicked Spirits; dwelling in Your temple, where You manifest Your presence.  Lord, let us behave decently and not participate in orgies or immoral sex acts that bring dishonor to You, and allow wickedness to enter our bodies.  Father, keep us away from people who stir up drama, and keep our children from covetous; so they do not envy, or be jealous about what belong to others.   Lord, protect us from those that are abusive; hostile or spread negativity and let us not take up with a drunkard or swindlers.  Father, keep us from the dark things of the world, so we do not desire the deeds of the flesh; such as immorality, impurity, or sensuality.  Lord, give us Your peace, that keeps us sexual still and waiting for You, in Jesus name, Amen

LOOK TO THE LORD FOR ALL OUR NEEDS AND ALL OUR NEEDS WILL BE MET

Eph 4:16...........We pray that the whole body be knit and joined, together 
Eph 4:16...........and that every part does its share causing growth to the body. 
1Pet 4:10..........As each one has received a gift, let him minister it, 
Phil 2:4.............looking out for the interests of others. 
1Pet 1:22..........Let us all fervently love one another with a pure heart, 
2Jn 1:8.............so that we do not lose the things we have worked for, 
1Pet 4:7............Let us become watchful in our prayers, 
Eph 5:16...........redeeming the time, for the days are evil. 
Heb 12:1...........Running with endurance the race that is set before us, 
Col 3:2.............setting our minds on things above and not on things on the earth. 
Phil 3:14...........But pressing toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God. 
Eph 6:11...........Putting on the whole armor of God that we may stand against the devil. 
Acts 4:29..........That we will speak forth Your Word with great boldness 
Acts 4:30..........and that You will stretch forth Your hand to heal, us
Acts 4:30..........that signs and wonders may be done in the name of Your Son Jesus. Amen

PRAY WITHOUT CEASING

John 14:13-14 Whatever you ask in my name, this I will do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son. If you ask me anything in my name, I will do it.

Good morning Lord, and thank You for another day; of health and being in the right minds, help us to honor You today with our actions and love for others.  Father, let us be a witness of the goodness of You; and fill us with the Holy Spirit, so we will not grieve You.  Thank You for Your Word, that gives us guidance, and Your armor that gives us protection.  Father, thank You for the Holy Spirit that gives us strength; through our faith and beliefs, that helps us develop Fruit and draw near to Thee.  The Fruit of forgiveness, which will lighten our load, and give us understanding.  The Fruit of kindness and gentleness so we do not mistreat others, or be too prideful; but, think lowly of ourselves over others.  Father, help us not worship material things that will pass away; but, store up things of the Spirit, that will help lift others and help build up Your Kingdom.  Father, help us save our children and our children’s children; encourage us to teach them Your Word, and let our testimony remove some of the obstacles they will face.  Lord, let us live a life that is Spiritually contagious to our children and others; as we follow You with praise and worship to the path of righteousness. Father, give our families and friends guidance through this day, and protection from the enemy.  Lord, give us forgiveness of our enemies, as You forgive us; and let not hate or strife enter our hearts and minds but keep us focused on You, and the things of the Spirit, and let us have a peaceful day in Jesus name Amen.

LOOKS DON'T ALWAYS TELL THE WHOLE STORE, BE PATIENT AND THE TRUTH WILL REVEAL ITSELF

THE REVELATION OF CHRIST

I have had several revelations through the Holy Spirit; the first was forgiveness; I have learned how to forgive, because of the Word.  I have learned how to releases what I cannot handle to God, and stay out of His way.  I have come to the understanding if I let Him lead, and follow through prayer, faith, study, worship and praise, I will walk in peace.  I will not take what is not mine, back-bit, slander, envy, or be jealous, about anyone with the help of the Lord, and the revelations I’ve had with the Holy Spirit.  I will strive to do the things of the Spirit through the daily connection with the Word, prayer, worship, witness and praise.  “I decree and declare that I will tell someone about the Lord daily;” because is worthy just because of Who and what He is, our Savior.  But, He does so much more for us, He provides, comfort, and give us peace, love, joy, and happiness.  He guides us with the breastplate of righteousness; He strengthen us with the shield of faith; which shields us from our enemies, as we take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God, that give us power from day to day.  The more we study the closer we draw to Him, and as His Word fill our temples; His Spirit takes control, and the transformation begins, as we receive conviction and correction of our sins.

Lord, thank You, for breaking the chains of unforgiveness; and allowing me to release all that was harboring in my heart, thank You, Lord.   Father,  I have matured spiritually in the last two months; because of the revelations of You, from You and forgiveness, I am so grateful.  Now, Lord, I am stronger and wiser, than I use to be; I have felt Your presence, and watch You work, I am so thankful.  Lord, I thank You for understanding and peace and keeping me in Your will.  Father, I have learned how to dress in full body armor and stand with perseverance against whatever may come; through the power of the Holy Spirit, and Your Word.  Father, I have learned how to say I am sorry, and accept accountability for my choices good and bad.  Lord, help me back to the path of righteousness when my choices lead me from You.  Thank You, Father, for all the Spiritual Soldiers; You have surrounded me with; and my Guardian Angel who protects me.  Lord, continue working in and through me, as I witness to those that needs to hear, in Jesus name, Amen.

Artwork by Ron Watson, Ybor Colony Art, Tampa, Fl

WITNESS TO SOMEONE TODAY

Witness to someone today and give them hope of a better day, especially our children. Talk to them about Jesus and how He saved us from the darkness of the flesh and this world. When we witness to others about Christ, we make Him more approachable to our children and others.

Lord, we decree and declare that we will share our testimony as we practice the righteous acts with You daily.  Father, we praise You for blessing our families and us, and we remember all You have done for us.  Lord, help us overcome our enemies and shortcomings by the blood of the Lamb, our actions, and our testimonies; as we witness for You.  Lord, every time we share what You have done in our lives, our faith is strengthened, and we give hope to others.  Father, help us understand if we fail to give our testimony, we will often lose the blessings we have received or to come.  Father, we decree and declare that we will hold fast the profession of our faith, and give us Your strength to help us not waver, as we witness Your transforming power; by our actions with You and others.  Father, we know You will keep Your promise, as You have so many times before; but, sometimes Lord, we have to feel Your presence that strengthens our faith and helps us with our unbeliefs, so please give us comfort so we will know Yours there.  Lord, let our testimonies encourage others to believe in You so that they may receive Your promise too; by living a life that is contagious to others. Father, when we witness to others, it helps lift them up and help build up Your Kingdom.  Father, help us understand that our witness is a way of passing our wisdom; and knowledge, of You, to our children and our children's children as we diligently teach them Your Word through prayer and studying together. Father, we do believe in You, although our flesh side sometimes says not; forgive us for dishonoring You and others, in Jesus' name, we pray.

THE WORLD WE LIVE IN

We only believe what we can see, and we fear what we do not understand.  All we can think about when we feel threaten is destruction, why is humanity so cruel; we sell babies as sex slaves, and our government allows it all to happen.  Marriages are more about wealth and material possessions, then love and happiness.   We have people running our Country, which have no empathy or respect for anyone but themselves; and because they have money, they do not care about the least of us.  We take for granted that we will be here tomorrow and life will go on as usually; we have turned away from God, and it’s every man for himself.  We have brothers against brother, parents that have children for benefits; and people that feel they have no reason to live, which makes them a danger to themselves and others.  We have deadly sexual transmitted diseases, but we are having unprotected sex.  Computers are replacing jobs at an alarming rate, and most of what we eat is being imported from Countries that hate us.  Our water is polluted with pesticides, and God only knows what else, and more and more people are dying from cancer.  Terrorist attacks are happening all around the world, and threats are being made against us, that we do not hear about.  The weather is out of whack because of global warming, and the cost of living continues to rise.  Our Churches have become personal banks and social clubs for the Pastor’s and their associations, and we trust man more than we trust God, sometimes death seems more appealing than life.

2 Peter 3:7  by His word the present heavens and earth are being reserved for fire, kept for the day of judgment and destruction of ungodly men.  Isaiah 51:6 "Lift up our eyes to the sky, Then look to the earth beneath; For the sky will vanish like smoke, And the earth will wear out like a garment, And its inhabitants will die in like manner, But My salvation will be forever, And My righteousness will not wane.  2 Peter 3:10-12  the day of the Lord will come like a thief, in which the heavens will pass away with a roar and the elements will be destroyed with intense heat, and the earth and its works will be burned up. Since all these things are to be destroyed in this way, what sort of people ought you to be in holy conduct and godliness, looking for and hastening and the coming of the day of the Lord, because of which the heavens will be destroyed by burning, and the elements will melt with intense heat

Lord, every day we wake up, seems like life gets worst; terrorist attacks around the world, children being sold into slavery, and computers are replacing our way of life.  Father, more and more people are dying from all types of sickness and disease; the and our water and food is poison, Your Word has come to pass.  Father, we are letting our possessions possess us, which keep us chasing money; more than we are chasing You.  Lord, we respect people for the car they drive or the house they live in; instead of their character, what is wrong with us.  Lord, we have no kindness, love, or happiness that seems to last; other than the love and peace we receive from You, so why are we so far from You.   Lord, teach the rich, that money did not save people in the first world destruction, and it won't keep them in the next.  Lord, please save us from ourselves, Lord, we open our hearts and mind to You; instead of man that, cannot save us.  Father, we know the body will die, but, our Spirit will live on; if we receive You as our Savior, with faith and trust in You.  So right now Father, we decree and declare that we will do better by You, and we ask for Your strength where we are weak; and keep us humble in our strength.  Lord, we decree and declare that we do believe and trust You, please remove any doubt or fear that separate us.  Father, we believe the wicked will not go unpunished, so do not let us grow weary of doing good, so we will not perish, in Jesus name save us, Amen

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Taming the Tongue

1 Not many of you should become teachers, my brothers because you know that we who teach will be judged more strictly. 2 We all stumble in many ways. If anyone is never at fault in what he says, he is a perfect man, able to control his whole body. 3 When we put bits into the mouths of the horses to make them obey us; we can guide the whole animal. 4 Consider ships as well. Although they are so large and are driven by high winds, they are steered by a slight rudder wherever the pilot is inclined. 5 In the same way, the tongue is a small part of the body, but it boasts of great things. Consider how small a spark sets a great forest on fire. 6 The tongue also is a fire, a world of wickedness among the parts of the body. It pollutes the whole person, sets the course of his life on fire, and is itself set on fire by hell.  7 All kinds of animals, birds, reptiles, and creatures of the sea are being tamed and have been tamed by man, 8, but no man can tame the tongue. It is an unruly evil, full of deadly poison.  9 With the tongue, we bless our Lord and Father, and with it, we curse men, who have been made in God’s likeness. 10 Out of the same mouth come blessing and cursing. My brothers, this should not be! 11Can both fresh water and bitter water flow from the same spring? 12My brothers, can a fig tree grow olives, or a grapevine bear figs? Neither can a salt spring produce fresh water.

We are teaching and preaching on social media daily about how we love the Lord, and with the same tongue;  an hour later cursing our brothers and sisters out.  We cannot use the same mouth to praise the Lord then allow wickedness and evil to flow from our mouth.  We cannot tame our tongues on our own, but with God strength and the Holy Spirit, it's durable.

Father, help us tame our tongues; it is the smallest organ in our body, but the most powerful.  Lord, let us think and pray before we speak, so we do not dishonor You with our mouth.  Father, forgive us for praising You and cursing our brothers and sister with the same tongue.  Father, teach us that we do not have to be loud to be heard, or vulgar with our mouth to be seen.  Lord, teach us that blessings will not flow from the same mouth, as evil and wicked language comes.  Father, let the words of our mouth and the meditation of our heart be acceptable in Your sight; and let us use our tongue to speak life and not death, in Jesus name Amen

Ron Watson, Ybor Art Colony May 30-June 4, Tampa, Fl

THE WOMEN GOD DESIGNED US TO BE

Ladies we don't have to be naked to be sexy, we don't have to be loud to be heard; we don't have to wear weave down are back or nails as long as our fingers to be cute. We don't have to sleep with a man to be loved; If we focus on being the woman God designed us to be, we will be complete

Proverbs 31:8-9 Open your mouth for the mute, for the rights of all the unfortunate. Open your mouth, judge righteously, and defend the rights of the afflicted and needy.  Proverbs 31:26 She opens her mouth in wisdom, and the teaching of kindness is on her tongue.

Father, teach us how to be the women You designed us to be; give us the patience to wait on You for, our mental and physical needs.   Father, help us learn in quietness and full submission; help us teach our children and be a mother to them, like Mary was to Christ.  Lord, help us walk, dress, and act in a way that honor You; and bring respect to us and those around us.  Father, we decree and declare that we will be the head and not the tail; we will worship You and not man, please help work together as a village raising our children in unity and love, in Jesus name, Amen

Artwork by Ron Watson Ybor Art Colony 1521 E. 7th ave, Tampa Fl

TELL SOMEONE YOUR TESTIMONY

1 Peter 3:15 But in our hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect.  Matthew 10:32 So everyone who acknowledges Christ before men, He also will acknowledge before the Father who is in heaven.  2 Timothy 1:8 Therefore do not be ashamed to give our testimony about our Lord, nor of me his prisoner, but share in suffering for the gospel by the power of God. Luke 8:39 so“Return to your home, and declare how much God has done for you.” And he went away, proclaiming throughout the whole city how much Jesus had done for him. Philippians 1:27-30 Only let our manner of life be worthy of the gospel of Christ.  So that whether I come and see you or am absent, I may hear of you that you are standing firm in one spirit, with one mind striving side by side for the faith of the gospel, and not frightened in anything by our opponents. This is a clear sign to them of their destruction, but of our salvation, and that from God. For it has been granted to us that for the sake of Christ we should not only believe in Him but also suffer for His sake, engaged in the same conflict that you saw I had and now hear that I still have.

Let people hear your testimony so that they will hope for a better day in their lives; especially our children, let them know that we understand how difficult life can be, but there is someone who cares even more than a parent, a brother, a sister, or a friend.  His name is Jesus, so you run and tell that sharing our testimonies is also a way of honoring our Father.

Lord, we decree and declare that we will share our testimony, as we practice the righteous acts of You, daily.  Father, we praise You for blessing us and our families, and we remember all You have done for us.  Lord, help us overcome our enemy, by the blood of the Lamb and by the words of our testimonies; Lord, every time we share what You have done in our lives, our faith is strengthened, and we give hope to others.  Father, help us understand if we fail to give our testimony; we will often lose the blessings, we have received or to come.    Father, we decree and declare we will hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering, because, we know You will keep Your promise.  Lord, let our testimonies encourage others to believe in You so that they may receive Your promise too.  Father, help us understand that our witness is a way of passing our wisdom; knowledge, and faith to our children, and our children's children, as we diligently teach them Your Word.  In Jesus name, we pray Amen.

BEAUTY IN OUR BROKENNESS

WE ARE SINNERS BUT WE HAVE LOVE INSTEAD OF HATE, COMFORT INSTEAD OF PAIN; WE HAVE FREEDOM FROM OUR SINFUL CHAINS, WE HAVE JOY INSTEAD OF MOURNING, WE HAVE PEACE, GOD'S PEACE THAT HE LEAVES WITH US.  WE HAVE BEAUTY IN OUR BROKENESS, BECAUSE OF OUR SAVIOR’S GRACE AND MERCY; HE DIED FOR US, SO THAT WE WOULD CHOOSE TO LIVE FOR HIM

Isaiah 40:29-31

He gives power to the weak

and strength to the powerless.

Even youths will become weak and tired,

and young men will fall in exhaustion.

But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength.

They will soar high on wings like eagles.

They will run and not grow weary.

They will walk and not faint.

Lord, free us from the sins that hinder our blessings and keep us separated from You.  Father, when we are weak and weary of doing good; give us Your strength to stand on Your Word, without fear or doubt; because You are with us.  Father, order our steps in Your Word; give us Your courage, while we wait patiently for You.   Lord, Keep us humble when we are strong, and give us a kind heart for the least of them.  Father, forgive our sins and help us forgive those who have wronged us.  Father, we thank You for another day, in our right minds, health, and strength; and we thank You for another chance to get it right.  Lord, we pray for strength, and family support for those who loved one were called home. Lord, help them understand there is no more suffering or pain, and we pray that they had given their Souls to You. Father, we ask for guidance and peace through our day to day problems, help us remember scripture and prayer throughout our day.  Father, we intercede on our children and our children's children behalf; we ask You to draw them near to Thee as we teach them Your Word.  Lord, help them through their journeys, just as You covered and guided us. Lord, remove the obstacles and demonic Spirits from around them, with Your hedge of protection. Father, let their hearts feel Your presence as Your Words fill their temples; giving them wisdom and knowledge of Your will.  Father, free our children and ourselves from fleshly desires, that keep us in debt and chasing money, instead of things of the Spirits, which are free.   Father, help our Spiritual Leaders become Disciples; so they may help us with our understanding, as we study Your Word and guide the lost to You.   Father, let the Holy Spirit cleanse us from all; hate, jealousy, and envy, so we may come together in unity; lifting each other instead of tearing down, healing our communities, instead of destroying them; and help us become villages and raise our children.  Father, we thank You, for keeping Your promise, even though our doubts, sins, and fears; Lord,  we do believe, so please give us the faith of Daniel, to remove our doubts and fears.  Father, fill us with the Holy Spirit so that we may walk with You in Spirit and truth, in Jesus name, Amen

THE PLAN

Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and hope.  So do not worry "Matthew 6:25-34  “Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes? 26 Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they? 27 Can any one of you by worrying add a single hour to your life? 28 “And why do you worry about clothes? See how the flowers of the field grow. They do not labor or spin. 29 I tell you that not even Solomon in all his splendor was dressed like one of these. 30 If that is how God clothes the grass of the field, which is here today and tomorrow is thrown into the fire, will he not much more clothe you—you of little faith? 31 So do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ 32 For the pagans run after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them. 33 But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. 34 Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.

God has a plan for each one of us, but we must choose to follow Him to that plan for our lives. So release every battle we have today, our job, our marriage, our children, our bills, and ask God to walk us through His plans for our lives

Father, God, help our people come together in unity; so please remove all fleshly obstacles that will hinder Your work.  Lord, remove any hate that we harbor in our hearts, we make a sacrifice to You, by let it go; so we do not hinder our blessings.  Lord, we choose to follow the plan You have for our lives, so please give us guidance.   Father, let us have ears that hear the Truth of the Word so it will fill our hearts with Your Spirit, then we will have conviction and correction of our sins.  Thank You, Lord, for the Holy Spirit, that helps us be submissive to Your Word.  Father, give our children, and our children’s children a strong desire for Your Word; as we teach them and guide them to You, so they will be saved and protected.   Father, strengthen our Fruit of self-control, through our daily studies of the Word; and let us hold on to, what prepare us to do good work.  Lord, give us Your understanding when we are lifting up others so we will have: patience, gentleness, kindness, and love, as Your Grace gives to us.  Lord, let us start at home, spreading Your Word in the lives of our family, friends, and enemy; so they will follow Your plan too.  Father, we ask that You remove all pride, envy, jealousy, and hate; so we may become one in Spirit, serving Your purpose.  Given honor only to You, and not man; for our blessings, provision, health, strength, self-control, peace and love, it all goes to You.  Thank You, Lord, for making us new, by forgiven our sins, and restoring us to our Father.  I pray that God, the source of hope, will fill us completely with joy and peace because we trust in You. Then we will overflow with confidence and hope through the power of the Holy Spirit. In Jesus name, Amen

Artwork by Ron Watson