THE BLOOD OF JESUS

Revelation 7:14 I said to him, "My lord, you know." And he said to me, "These are the ones who come out of the great tribulation, and they have washed their robes and made them white in the Blood of the Lamb. 1 Corinthians 11:25, In the same way, He took the cup also after supper, saying, "This cup is the new covenant in My blood; do this, as often as you drink it, in remembrance of Me."

We confess our sins and ask for forgiveness and the strength to repent and turn away, so we will be forgiven.

Father, we plead the Blood over all these senseless killings by terrorism, law enforcement, and each other. Lord, You give believers the authority to trample over the enemy's power, and nothing shall hurt us. Lord, we intervene and claim that control over our young people; right now, in the name of Jesus, help us save them. Father, there is no help from man, so we come to You on bending knees crying for help. "Save our young people, our country, save our lives." Lord, we say a special prayer for all who have lost their loved one to violence, war, diseases, and sickness; and we thank You in advance for justice for those murdered and punishment for those responsible. Father, we ask that You give them rest and peace of mind, knowing their loved one is sitting at Your feet. Lord, bless our Political and Spiritual Leaders with Your wisdom, knowledge, compassion, and love for the people. Help them see that we are better together, working as a unit on one accord to save the future, our children, and this world. Lord, we ask that You continue to work with law enforcement, give them compassion, understanding, and love for all they come in contact with, and keep Your hedge of protection around them. Father, continue working in and through us to teach, guide, and protect our children. Lord, help us to become communities and neighborhoods that work as a village and raise our children as we were instructed to do "by Your Word." Lord, we plead the Blood of Jesus over our and our children's children. In Jesus' name, we pray Amen

U-understanding our differences N-never give up I-imperative that we educate ourselves T-trust in God Y-your true value

 A relationship with Christ is a time of sharing and enjoying the fruit of our labor, and recommit ourselves to a better life for our families and communities. Through unity, self-determination, collective responsibility, cooperative economics, purpose, creativity, and faith, this is what we should be teaching our children.

Let us pray for the courage to speak His Word in truth, and let our actions line up with our walk.  Let us pray that we have eyes to see and ears to hear,  His wisdom to implement His knowledge in our lives. Let us pray, for our suicide and death rate of young men, to decrease, as well as the loss of jobs, and shelters.  Let us pray for unity, peace, and love for God’s Word and each other.

Lord, let our words and action prove worthy of Your calling, with all humility, gentleness, and patience.  Father, give us forbearance for each other; as You have given mercy and patience to us, for the opportunity of repentance.  Lord, help us be diligent with preserving our Spirits in peace.  Father, help us understand that we are one people, with one Lord; so we will not be separated,  and divided, because of color, religion, and misguided beliefs.  Lord, walking with You is filled with day to day struggles;  equip us with the tools we need and remove all doubt and fears.  Lord, strengthen our self-determination and remove all self-worth; so can work in unity and help ourselves.  Lord, give us compassion, love, and kindness so we will be collectively responsible for each other.   Father, help us with our Cooperative Economics, teach us the operating principles to meet our needs, by empowering ourselves.  Father, let us come together and utilize each other's creativity; to build our neighborhoods, communities, give us the faith of Daniel so will stand on Your Word without wavering.  Lord, take control of our lives and order our steps in Your will, as we mature in Spirit. Father, as we go through this week of Kwanzaa; help our people understand that we are better together, in Jesus name, Amen

LET THE WORDS OF MY MOUTH

Stop saying people made you chose your actions, the only person in control of your actions is you; so lean self-control, through studying the Word.  The more we study the deeper our relationship grows, then His Word will start to make sense; as your fruit develop, so will your understanding.  Disciples of Christ developed self-control, by practicing what they had learned from their studies.  The more we study, worship, fast, witness and praise the more we nourish our fruit that develops Christ-like character.  Then we are able to tame our tongues, control our anger, forgive those who wronged us and show them, love, like Christ, loves us.   When we get close enough to Christ we free ourselves from the flesh and the world’s influences.  Remember to look out for those in need so they can see Christ through us.

James 1:26 If any man among you seem to be religious, and bridled not his tongue, but deceived his own heart, this man's religion is vain. 27 Pure religion and undefiled before God and the Father is this, To visit the fatherless and widows in their affliction, and to keep himself unspotted from the world.

Father, give us a strong desire for Your Word, let it baptize us in the Holy Spirit; so we will be compelled to obey You, and walk in righteousness. Lord, teach us how to pray, by asking for the things of the Spirit and search our hearts to remove all that is not of You.  Father, give us the faith of Daniel and the will of Christ so we can become Disciples.  Lord, help us tame our tongues, let the words of our mouth bring honor to You and respect to ourselves; only lifting others ups as well as Your Kingdom.   Lord, open our hearts and minds and fill us with love, compassion, kindness; so we will not be self-righteous, prideful, or think too highly of ourselves, but stay humble and not be influenced by the flesh or the world, always sharing our blessings, in Jesus name, Amen.

Donald Lawrence - the blessing of Abraham

The Gospel taught by Jesus and the apostles were not fundamentally different from what was understood by Abraham. God, through the Scriptures, "Preached before the gospel unto Abraham" (Gal. 3:8). So crucial are these promises that Peter started and ended his public proclamation of the Gospel with reference to them (Acts 3: 13,25).If we can understand what was taught to Abraham, we will then have a very basic picture of the Christian Gospel. There are other indications that "the gospel" is not something which just began at the time of Jesus:-

- "We declare unto you glad tidings (the Gospel), how that the promise which was made unto the (Jewish) fathers, God hath fulfilled" (Acts 13: 32,33).

- "The gospel of God, which he had promised afore by his prophets (e.g. Abraham, Gen. 20:7) in the holy scriptures" (Rom. 1:1,2).

- "For this cause was the gospel preached also to them that are dead" (1 Peter 4:6) - i.e. believers who had lived and died before the first century.

- "For unto us was the gospel preached, as well as unto them" (Heb. 4:2)- i.e. Israel in the wilderness.

FRIENDS

Dear Lord Jesus, we come to You with a heart full of sadness, knowing that our dear friends have gradually been drawn back into the world and seems to have forgotten the commitment that they made to Christ, some time ago, and all that He has done at Calvary to save us from our sins. Father, we neither know what to say or what to do to help, but we seem to be drifting further and further apart, almost to the point that there is a barrier erected between us. Oh Lord, our hearts are so sad and we ask You for Your grace and mercy to help in this time of need. Look down on our dear friends and we pray that you would reach down and turn their hearts back to You. Lord, we know that this must grieve Your heart so much more than our and so, by Your grace. We pray that whatever it takes that You would draw them back to Yourself - we ask this in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord and Saviour, Amen

GOOD MORNING LORD

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ood morning Lord, thank You for another day. A day of health, life, and peace; help us to honor You today with our actions and love for others.  Father, let us be a witness of the goodness of You; 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, which helps us develop Fruit and helps draw near to Thee.  Father, give us The Spiritual Fruit of forgiveness, which will lighten our load and give us freedom.  Father, give us 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 to them, 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, let not hate or strife enter our hearts and minds but keep us focused on You and let us have a peaceful day, in Jesus name, Amen

BUILD UP

Isaiah 57:14 and it will be said, "Build up, build up, prepare the way, Remove every obstacle out of the way of My people.

Jehovah Jireh, our Provider, bless us, guide us and protect us, and thank You for another day. Bless those we come into contact with today and allow us to be a blessing in their lives, so when they look at us they will only see You shining through.  Father help us be strong and courageous, making wise decisions guided by the Holy Spirit, and not be afraid or discouraged. Father, continue working in and through us to build up Your Kingdom and each other, in Jesus name, Amen

WORK AND BUSINESS PRAYER

Peter 4:10 Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.

Father, bless our places of work and we declare success in business today and every day. Let our businesses be of great service to others, flourishing through decency, honesty, and respect for our colleagues and customers.  Lord. give us wisdom and calm so that we can rightly access every situation and bring peace and productivity to the work environment and our businesses.  In Jesus name, Amen

Trinitee 5:7 - God's Grace

God’s grace is amazing. Developing a consistent attitude of gratitude toward Him is key in navigating this life with minimal anxiety. Learning how to lead yourself, your family and others through adversity is a critical calling for next-generation leaders. Being able to see God’s hand in circumstances, interpret His will and the lessons He’s teaching, and then to communicate what He shows you in a way that gives peace and confidence

More Than Anything - Lamar Campbell and Spirit Of Praise

Matthew 10:37, “Whoever loves father or mother more than me is not worthy of me,” Jesus says. “Whoever loves son or daughter more than me is not worthy of me” (Matthew 10:37). So now you have two powerful, deep, life-transforming commands. Love God the Father with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength. And love Jesus more than you love children, more than you love parents, surely, more than you love anything.

THE LORD IS MY SHEPHARD

Psalm 23 King James Version (KJV)

23 The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.  3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. 4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. 5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.

WE MUST STUDY TO RECEIVE WISDOM AND GROWTH

Proverbs 1:7 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction

People have gotten away with sin and evil for so long, they do not fear God's wrath or punishment for their sin

Father, give us wisdom and instruction so we may receive Your Words with understanding; that explains justice, judgment, and the Fruit of the Spirit.  Lord, give our children stability and give our young men and women knowledge and discretion.  Father, give us ears that hear the Word so we will increase in Spiritual growth; and receive the interpretation of scriptures.  Father, the fear of You is the beginning of knowledge, then we shall find the substance of the Word, and the presence of Christ is almost tangible.  Father, let us not be in the presence of the wicked, refrain our feet from their path; for they get pleasure from doing evil, and will cross us for greed.  Father, open our hearts and minds, pour out Your Spirit unto us; and make known Your will, in Jesus name Amen

LET US PRAY

Psalm 11:2 For, behold, the wicked bend the bow, They make ready their arrow upon the string To shoot in darkness at the upright in heart.  Jeremiah 9:8" Their tongue is a deadly arrow; It speaks deceit; With his mouth, one speaks peace to his neighbor, But inwardly he sets an ambush for him

I pray Jesus, will defend you against all conspiracy and protect you from the fiery arrows of the enemy, may you will walk through the remaining days of this year in prosperity, love, and peace.  May your life be secured by the blood of Jesus, you will see the downfall of anyone who wishes you evil, your life will shine like the sun by day and become bright like the moon at night, no evil hand will cover your glory because you are a child of God.  in Jesus name, Amen

THE MANY AMAZING NAMES OF GOD

Back in the Biblical times a person’s name usually said something about their character or destiny. This is why the many names of God are vitally important for us to see and understand. Each name of God reveals something about His character. At the same time, God’s names show us many different ways in which He is there to help us in our times of need.  But not all Bibles were translated with God's names, but the Amplified Bible list them  "Genesis 2:4 Heb YHWH (Yahweh), the Hebrew name of God which traditionally is not pronounced by the Jews, usually rendered Lord."

Elohim (God)
Yahweh (Lord, Jehovah)
El Elyon (The Most High God)
Adonai (Lord, Master)
El Shaddai (Lord God Almighty)
El Olam (The Everlasting God)
Jehovah Jireh (The Lord Will Provide)
Jehovah Rapha (The Lord Who Heals You)
Jehovah Nissi (The Lord Is My Banner)
El Qanna (Jealous God)
Jehovah Mekoddishkem (The Lord Who Sanctifies You)
Jehovah Shalom (The Lord Is Peace)
Jehovah Sabaoth (The Lord of Hosts)
Jehovah Raah (The Lord Is My Shepherd)
Jehovah Tsidkenu (The Lord Our Righteousness)
Jehovah Shammah (The Lord Is There)
Yahweh (Lord Jehovah) is the promised proper name of God. It means Lord and Master. By Jewish tradition, this name is too holy to pronounce or write. Therefore they just wrote four letters without any vowels: YHWH. Jews stopped saying the name altogether in the third century AD. They stopped saying this name because they were afraid of violating the fourth commandment that prohibits misusing or taking the Lord’s name in vain.

The LORD is my shepherd, I lack nothing.  He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right paths for his name’s sake. Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.  You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever. Amen

NOT WAITING ON GOD HINDERS OUR BLESSINGS

God's promised Sarah and Abraham a child, who He would establish His covenant with, but Sarah well in age doubted the Lord, promise.  So she went and ask Abraham to sleep with her Egyptian maidservant Hagar, who became pregnant.  After a while, Hagar became proudful and began to despise Sarah, so Sarah complained to Abraham; who allowed her to discipline Hagar.  Sarah was so mean to Hagar; it caused her to flee into the wilderness.   But an angle sent Hagar back to Sarah and Abraham with the promise that her son who would be named Ishmael, will have uncounted descendants and he shall father twelve Prince.

What I received from this reading is wait on God even if what we are waiting for seems impossible.  Because when we doubt God, it hinders our blessings and when we take matters into our own hands; we make things worst.  Even though we disobey and doubt Him like Sarah, He still keeps His promise to us; and He cleans up the mess we created for ourselves by not waiting on Him. Although Ishmael was not the son God's covenant was promised too, God blessed Ishmael as well.  The sins that created this problem was Sarah had doubt and no patience, and Hagar became prideful which lead to other sins.

Lord, please remove all doubts and fears and replace them with trust and faith; so we will be patient and wait for Your plan, and not hinder our blessings.  Father, search our hearts and mind and remove all the thrones of hate, envy, jealousy, and pride that cause us to sin and turn against each other and You.  Lord, teach us how to fast, so we can express our need for Jesus and strengthen prayer lives.   Father, we have studied Your Word and we receive Your Son, Jesus as our Savior; so help us love Him with all our hearts, minds, and Souls so we will be submissive to Him.  Thank You, Lord, for the forgiveness of our sins and the strength and knowledge to forgive others. Lord, thank You, for protecting us from our enemies and we pray a special blessing for justice for my son and all the sons who have been murdered, we pray for justice to be served for those responsible.  Father, let us not be prideful, but stay humble and in Your will, in Jesus name Amen

WE ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR EACH OTHER

We are responsible to God and others for their spiritual knowledge and growth; especially our children (train up a child in the way they should go; and when they are old, they will not depart from It.), and family members.  We that are strong in Spirit must look out for the weak; this takes a lot of God, praying, and faith; when we are our brothers/sisters keepers. We cannot let our children, family or friends fall into physical selfishness, mental carelessness, moral insensitivity, or spiritual darkness; because they will affect everyone that comes in contact with them.  If we are the only Word of God our children, family, friends, and our enemy sees or hear; we are responsible to God and them.

Father, being someone else's keeper is so hard sometimes, especially those that are selfish, prideful, and wicked hearted.  Lord, do not let us turn them away from You; please give us patience, love, mercy, and forgiveness so we can give the same consideration to others.  Father, give us Your strength, understanding, and courage when dealing with those that are addicted and mentally careless.  Lord,  give us Your wisdom, and knowledge; when we deal with those in dark places, so we may be the light that leads them to You.  Father, give us ears that hear that hear Your Word, and eyes that see the path to righteousness; and protect us from our enemies, and ourselves. Lord, teach us how to love, sacrifice, extend compassion, forgive, and show mercy; as You have done so many times for us.  In Jesus name, Amen

THINK ABOUT CHRIST IN THE STORM

God never promised us this life would be easy, but He does promise this: He is bigger than any storm we face in this world. And He’s always working for our good, even in the places where we can’t see, even in the circumstances that we don’t fully understand. He is with us, right in the midst of all we walk through

Jesus Christ a King of Glory has come in Peace. (Matthew 10:34) God became a man, and the Word was made flesh. (1 John 1:14)  Christ was born of a virgin. Matthew 1:18-25) Christ suffered.  Christ was crucified.  Christ died.  (Matthew 27:32-56) Christ rose from the dead. (Luke 24:45-46)  Christ ascended into Heaven. (Acts 1:9-12)  Christ conquers. (Romans 8:31-39) Christ reigns. (Psalm 8) Christ orders. (1 Corinthians 15:23) May Christ protect us from all storms and lightning. (Isaiah 29:6)  Christ went through their midst in Peace,  and the Word was made Flesh. (Colossians 1:20) Christ is with us with Mary. (Luke 1:26-45) Flee you enemy spirits because the Lion of the Generation of Juda, (1 Peter 5:8)  the Root of David, was won. (Revelation 5:5) Holy God! (Deut 7:6) Holy Powerful God!  Holy Immortal God! (Matthew 1:18)+ Have mercy on us. Amen! (John 14:16-17

UNITED WE STAND DIVIDED WE FALL

Ps. 133; 1 behold how good and how pleasant it is for people to dwell together in unity

Ants are the most united creators on this earth, everyone serves a purpose, and they stay in their lane.  They are the smallest creator but the most feared, why, because they work together to bring you down.  They know where to build their homes, for maxima consumption; most mailboxes and trash areas have an ant bed nearby; because they have scouted the area and know where the largest food sources are located.  When they hunt for food it’s for the Colony, not just self; now being made in God’s Spiritual image and operating like an Ant Colony we would be unstoppable

Father, remove the things that divide us, things like pride, envy, jealousy, and strife; and replace it with the things of the Spirit.  Lord, fill us with the Holy Spirit so we will be compelled to do what’s right.  Father, let us not be about religion or our Spiritual Leaders, but about Christ; walking and obeying His will and not man.  Lord, help us not see flesh, but Spirit so we can walk in unity, peace, and harmony with others.  Father, help us not think too highly of ourselves, so we do not miss our blessings; by overlooking what we have judged, beneath us.  Father, I pray for all the new Souls that have come to You; surround them with Spiritual Soldiers that not only give them guidance but help as well, so Your transforming presence will shine through them.  Jesus, we pray for our children and our children’s children; please keep Your hedge of protection around them and give them guidance and forgive us for not training them in the way to go so they would not be so far from You.  Jesus, help us come together on one accord with our Spiritual, Political, Community, and Men to save our children from this system and themselves.  Father, help us draw our children back to You; let the Holy Spirit utter what we cannot make our children hear, right now in the name of Jesus.  Father, help us embrace each other’s differences, and remove all those who come to divide us; fill us with love and the understanding that together we stand, divide we fall, in Jesus name, Amen.

Choosing Christ is like everything else in life we choose what we love the most It's just that simple

BUILDING OURSELVES UP THROUGH PRAYER AND THE HOLY SPIRIT

Jude 20-21, "But you, beloved, building yourselves up on your most holy faith, praying in the Holy Spirit, keep yourselves in the love of God, waiting anxiously for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ to eternal life."

Prayer is a means of God's grace, designed to keep us from falling into disbelief, it is a way of communicating with Christ daily, and building ourselves up in Holy faith. Praying in the Word of God and asking the Holy Spirit to utter for us what we do not understand, is a great way to pray.  One of my favorite prayers is the Jabez Prayer.  Jabez was more honorable than his brothers, and his mother named him Jabez saying, "Because I bore him with pain." Now Jabez called on the God of Israel, saying, "Oh that You would bless me indeed and enlarge my border, and that Your hand might be with me, and that You would keep me from harm that it may not pain me!" And God granted him what he requested.

 Our beloved Father,  help us remember the Words that we have read and let us practice what we have learned.  Lord, let us not follow those with their own agendas, those that cause divisions, and those with worldly minds; but keeps us in Your love, waiting anxiously for Your plan and Jesus return.  Lord, baptize us in the Holy Spirit, to help pray in Spirit and forgive us for doubting You.  Father, snatch our children and our children's children from the fire of hell and restore them to You.  Now to Jesus who is able to keep us from stumbling, and to make us stand in the presence of His glory blameless with great joy, to the only God our Savior, through Jesus Christ our Lord, be glory, majesty, dominion, and authority, before all time now and forever. Amen.

ALMOST EVERY BOOK OF THE BIBLE HAS A PRAYER

When we are at a loss for what to pray, there’s no better guidebook for petitions to our Heavenly Father than the very book He wrote, the Bible. Almost every book in the Bible contains a plea or request, and page after page points to another reason we need a Savior.  So, when you feel like you just don’t have words, turn first to the Word.

The Bible lists at least nine main types of prayer: prayer of faith (James 5:15), prayer of agreement (also known as corporate prayer) (Acts 2:42), prayer of request (also known as petition or supplication) (Philippians 4:6), prayer of thanksgiving (Psalm 95:2-3), prayer of worship (Acts 13:2-3), prayer of consecration (also known as dedication) (Matthew 26:39), prayer of intercession (1 Timothy 2:1),  prayer of imprecation (Psalms 69), and praying in the Spirit (1 Corinthians 14:14-15).  In Jesus model for how his disciples should pray (Luke 11:1-4), he provides five areas of focus:

Although prayer can (and should) be done from any bodily position, the Bible lists five specific postures: Sitting (2 Sam 7:18), standing (Mark 11:25), kneeling (Chronicles 6:13; Daniel 6:10; Luke 22:41; Acts 7:60, 9:40, 20:36, 21:5; Ephesians 3:14), with one's face to the ground (Matthew 26:39;Mark 14:35), and with hands lifted up (1 Timothy 2:8).

This is a prayer with real power: God’s kingdom come, God’s will be done, all that we need for the day. It’s true power packed. So, take a closer look at what it teaches:  That God's name be honored – the focus on his everlasting glory (“Father, hallowed be your name”); that God's kingdom come – the focus on his eternal will (“your kingdom come”); that God's provision is given – the focus on our present (“Give us each day our daily bread.”); that God's forgiveness is granted – the focus on our past (Forgive us our sins, for we also forgive everyone who sins against us.); that God's deliverance will be provided – the focus on our future.

“Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name.  Your kingdom comes, Your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.  Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors.  And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.”Amen

ARE WE DEVELOPING FRUIT

Believers develop Christ-like character called the fruit of the Spirit.  The goal of a believers life is to be like Christ, Paul describes the fruit of the Spirit in nine terms in Galatians 5:22-23, and Peter urges the development of seven accompaniments to faith in order that we might be fruitful (2 Peter 1:5-8). Two of these terms are common to both lists: love and self-control. The others are joy, peace, long-suffering, kindness goodness, faithfulness, meekness, virtue, knowledge, endurance, piety, and brotherly love. To show these character traits is to bear fruit in one’s life.

When we study the Word daily it helps develop and nourish the Fruit that gives us Christ-like conduct and the strength to obey God's Word.  If we are not developing fruit than we are considered bad trees and the Word says, bad trees will be chopped down and burned.  "Matthew 3:10 the ax is already laid at the root of the trees; therefore every tree that does not bear good fruit is cut down and thrown into the fire."

Lord, prune our Fruit daily through Your Word; so we may mature into the Believers, You created us to be.  Father, right now, someone reading this is in pain give them comfort, someone is sick, Lord, heal them according to Your will.  Lord, someone marriage is falling apart fix it, Lord, according to Your will. Father, someone is having problems at work or need work; Lord, intervene on their behalf and give them peace. Father, there is so many day to day struggles we face; order our step through this valley of death, and help us walk in Your will,  Lord, we ask for wisdom and the knowledge to implement You in our daily lives and our children's lives. Father, we pray a special blessing for those who have lost their loved ones to gun violence.  Lord, please help us stop the senseless killings of our children, and our children's children; remove every generational curse from them, right now in the name of Jesus. Father, touch the hearts of everyone that come in contact with our children, fill them with compassion, kindness, and love. Father, forgive us for our sins, and give us Your strength, understanding, and love; so we can forgive others.  Lord remove every demonic Spirit from around us and keep us focused on You, in the name of Jesus we pray,

Youthful Praise - Incredible God, Incredible Praise

Psalm 68:35 O God, You are awesome from Your sanctuary The God of Israel Himself gives strength and power to the people Blessed be God! Romans 8:28 And we know that You causes all things to work together for good to those who love You, and to those who are called according to Your purpose.  John 3:16 "For You so loved the world, that You gave Your only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have eternal life.

OUR LOVE FOR HIM TRANSFORMS US

LET THE SEED TAKE ROOT

Luke 8:5 A sower went out to sow his seed: and as he sowed, some fell by the wayside; and it was trodden down, and the fowls of the air devoured it. 6 And some fell upon a rock; and as soon as it was sprung up, it withered away, because it lacked moisture. 7 And some fell among thorns, and the thorns sprang up with it and choked it.  8 And other fell on good ground and sprang up, and bare fruit a hundredfold. And when he had said these things, he cried, He that hath ears to hear, let him hear.

 Father, let Your wisdom not fall upon a rock; so what we hear we will receive and let it take root in our hearts, so we do not turn away.  Lord, give us a desire for the things of the Spirit, so we do not desire the material things that draw us into temptation.  Father, let Your seed bring forth fruit in us, so we will have an honest and good heart.  Lord, fill our hearts with the Spirit and keep Your hedge of protection around us, so the devil will flee.  Lord, help us water Your seed daily, with the Word, prayer, praise, and thanks.  So we will mature and not fall by the wayside and let not Your wisdom be taken from our hearts.  Father, let the power of the Spirit change us inside out so You can serve Your purpose in our lives, in Jesus name, Amen

Artwork by RonWatsonDrawings 

WE'RE NOT JUST TRYING TO DRAW PEOPLE TO CHURCH WE'RE TRYING TO DRAW SOULS TO GOD

 Father, we come to the altar, asking You to search our souls and remove all that is not of You.  So we can come boldly to Your throne with a clean heart and mind so we can communicate with You, and hear Your voice.   Lord, we thank You, for Spiritual growth and learning how to be humble, so we will stay in Your will and not miss our blessings.  Thank You, for forgiveness and teaching us how to forgive and pray for our enemies. Father, let the Holy Spirit utter for us when we know not what to say; and let the Spirit guide us.  Father, we surrender all to You, because we have seen all You have to offer.  Father, thank You, for the revelation of fasting that strengthens our faith; SELF-CONTROL that keeps us in Your will; kindness, and gentleness that motivates us to help others, and the love for You that transforms us.  Father, there times when we have doubts and fears, please draw us near to THEE so we can feel Your presence that strengthens us. Father, give us the desire to fellowship with Spiritual counseling and self-study, to help us mature and give us ears that hear what’s good.   Father, forgive us for falling short of Your, mercy grace and favor and not teaching our children Your word; so they would not stray far from You.  Forgive us for taking You out of our home, our Churches, schools and our hearts.  Jesus, we need You now more than ever, because all that is written is coming to pass, help us repent and turn away from our sins and prepare us for Your coming, in Jesus name Amen.

WE CANNOT CHANGE OUR LIVES BUT CHRIST CAN

First, we receive Jesus as our Savior, from that point the Spirit begins to work inside us to release us from our sinful nature.  This is called Sanctification, the process of God's grace by which we are separated from sin and become dedicated to God's righteousness.  Now our part in this transformation is Studying the Word, praying, and worshipping Jesus, which results in holiness and purification from the guilt and power of sin.  We do not have to change to be saved, we only have to believe in Christ.  Then with faith, study, prayer, praise, and worship we mature into the people God created

John 17: 7 Now they know that everything that you have given me is from you. 8 For I have given them the words that you gave me, and they have received them and have come to know in truth that I came from you, and they have believed that you sent me. 9 I am praying for them. I am not praying for the world but for those whom you have given me, for they are yours. 10 All mine are yours, and yours are mine, and I am glorified in them. 11 And I am no longer in the world, but they are in the world, and I am coming to you. Holy Father, keep them in your name, which you have given me, that they may be one, even as we are one.

Father, now that we are in Christ we are no longer judged for our sins; through Jesus the law of the Spirit we are made free, from the law that brings death.  Father, the law was made weak because of our sins, and You sent Your only Son who offered to pay for our sins with His life.  Lord, we understand that if we love You and surrender our souls, You will transform us through the Holy Spirit.  Father, we know You can free us from any kind of sin; if we surrender to You, so give us Your strength and courage and help us submit to You so we can change.  Lord, help our Fruit grow so we can become more like Christ.  Father, You raised Christ from the dead and You can through Your Son and our love for Him; separate us from sin, in Jesus name we pray, Amen

EVERYONE IS NOT PUT HERE TO LIKE US

God tells us to pray for those that despitefully use us and say all manner of evil against us.  Not everyone is going to be for us, Judas was put in Jesus path to cross Him; to bring God's plan for us to pass, so be still all battles are not ours.  Everything, God does in our lives, has a purpose even betrayal  brings on growth. Just remember, when people come up against us, they are only a distraction; if we focus on them, just give them to God and stay focused on Him. "Romans 12:19 Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave it to the wrath of God, for it is written, “Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says the Lord.” Stay on the high road, our assignment is too great to let the enemy sidetrack us; God has already lined up the right people, to help us accomplish our mission.

When people compete, come up against us, conspire against us or try to set a trap for us, usually, the underlying factor is we have something that they want. Be it a person’s love, a job, family, peace and joy, something that they do not have and long to have so they covet what we have and try to take it from us or stop us from enjoying what we have.

Lord, when people come up against us, give us Your wisdom and strength; so we will not be distracted, but stay focused on You.   Father, the Word tells us to pray for those that despitefully use us and say all manner of evil against us. So, Jesus, fill us with Your Spirit to help us accomplish this because we cannot do this on our own.  Father, Your Word tells us, that in the last days times will become more difficult and people will turn to sin.  Lord, we are in those times, for people have become lovers of themselves; lovers of money, proudful, heartless, and ungrateful.  Lord, please intervene right now and save us from this darkness.  Father, open our hearts and minds and fill us with the Holy Spirit; so we will be compelled to obey Your will, and not be a part of this world. Lord, we understand that everybody is not going to like us; so give us self-control so we do not feed into their drama, but be still and keep our eyes on You, in Jesus name Amen

GOD REJECTED THEM

The New Covenant is a covenant made first with the nation of Israel and, ultimately, with all mankind. In the New Covenant, God promises to forgive our sins, and there will be a universal knowledge of the Lord. Jesus Christ came to fulfill the Law of Moses (Matthew 5:17) and create a new covenant between God and His people. Now that we are under the New Covenant, both Jews and Gentiles can be free from the penalty of the Law through grace.   We are now given the opportunity to receive salvation as a free gift, and we are forgiven once we turn away from sin (Matt. 9:13; Luke 5:32).  When we love Jesus we are filled with godly sorrow for our conduct that does not line up with God's teachings; this type of regret leads us to repent and change our ways.  But those that know the Word and still willfully sin, God will reject and leave them to their own corruption  "Romans 1:28-29; 32 Since they thought it foolish to acknowledge God, he abandoned them to their foolish thinking and let them do things that should never be done. 29 Their lives became full of every kind of wickedness, sin, greed, hate, envy, murder, quarreling, deception, malicious behavior, and gossip. 32 They know God’s justice requires that those who do these things deserve to die, yet they do them anyway. Worse yet, they encourage others to do them, too."

Father, let us receive what's good from Your Word, so we are not led astray, by those who do not understand they must repent to be forgiven.  Lord, do not let us fail the test so we will not be rejected and left to our own corruptions.  Jesus, thank You, for restoring us to our rightful owner; by suffering on the cross for our sins, so we may live.  Father, thank You, for not showing favoritism to none, but given us all the same rights in the Spirit once we receive Christ as our Savior.  Lord, drawn out all the noise around us, so we can hear Your voice and stay focused on You, and the path of righteousness.   Lord, refine us with the Word so we will be separated from the things of the flesh and given a strong desire for the things of the Spirit, in Jesus name Amen.