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Lot Chose Selfishness-Greed

Lot lifted up his eyes and saw all the valley of the Jordan, that it was well watered everywhere—this was before the Lord destroyed Sodom and Gomorrah—like the garden of the Lord, like the land of Egypt as you go to Zoar. [11] So Lot chose for himself all the valley of the Jordan, andContinue reading “Lot Chose Selfishness-Greed”

And When You Fast

And When You Fast: January many churches. Christmas go on a fasting kick. Daniel fast, diet, 10 or 21 days of fasting, etc.Convenience after the indulgences from the holidays! “And when you fast, don’t make it obvious, as the hypocrites do, for they try to look miserable and disheveled so people will admire them forContinue reading “And When You Fast”

Call Unto Me

Call Unto Me No matter what you are facing. God will make a way when it looks impossible. Call unto Me, and I will answer you, and show you great and mighty things which you do not know”Jer. 33:3 What are you facing today in your life, your home right now? The budget was tightContinue reading “Call Unto Me”

Power in Praise

This year truly has been a challenge and struggle for many, not just a few.Everything is not okay in the world we are living in today. Listening to the lies of ‘pop psychology’ such as I’m okay, you’re okay” will not get you through reality, only unrealistic expectations. King David penned many Psalms when heContinue reading “Power in Praise”

Be His Hand Extended

“If you help the poor, you are lending to the Lord— and he will repay you!” Proverbs 19:17 For those struggling with needs due to government shutdown with SNAP this is an opportunity to be a blessing to a family member or neighbor.Another option is to give to Salvation Army, Bread of Life in Malden,Continue reading “Be His Hand Extended”

The Finishing Touch

God’s Work is Art in your Life to Create a Masterpiece. A Handiwork! For those who are artistic with painting, drawing, writing, singing, orchestra, pottery, design, architecture etc. There is always a goal in sight. The final touches or finished product. John Williams the former conductor, writer, composer of the Boston Pops wrote the iconicContinue reading “The Finishing Touch”

One Body with Many Parts

The body of Christ is necessary as there are many parts. Have you ever srubbed your toe or finger? Or sprained an ankle or foot? It can hurt and takes time to heal. The key to healing is nurturing it properly. This is why it is important to value each others roles, even the lessContinue reading “One Body with Many Parts”

God Knows Your Unknown

Have you ever wanted something so bad or would try to force the issue only to see what you wanted would fall apart? You didn’t understand why it happened, because during the process it was very frustrating and nobody had the answers you were looking for. You were getting ready to retire and move butContinue reading “God Knows Your Unknown”

It Starts with Me

When there is true repentance and humility from the heart, then revival and an awakening will take place it’s not about just going to church because of a tragic incident. Evil and wickedness come from the heart. The demonic is also real when it comes to spiritual warfare. It is not fiction or a mythContinue reading “It Starts with Me”

An Inside Job

Change Comes When We Decide we’re Powerless The great experience about living in New England or the Northeast is the changing of the seasons. Just when we get tired of winter or summer, spring and fall seem to bring relief from both extremes of the heat and freezing temperatures. If we want change in ourContinue reading “An Inside Job”

When We are Weak – He is Strong

This story is from 2018. Yesterday, I visited an old friend of mine from a church I used to pastor. I recently discovered he is battling lung cancer along with many other complications. With everything he is struggling with he lit up the room with laughter and memories. As he sat in his wheelchair inContinue reading “When We are Weak – He is Strong”

Our Disappointments are God’s Appointments !

This journey in life is full of twists and turns and they don’t always come out the way we expect. An unexpected sickness comes to you or maybe you didn’t get that job you really wanted. A relationship turns sour and you never dreamed that the situation your in has become disheartening. The financial hardshipsContinue reading “Our Disappointments are God’s Appointments !”

Be Alert and Watchful- PRAY

Spritual battles and the power of temptation are real in our lives. One of the big differences of increased warfare is when we pursue God for truth with passion. Why is that? “For you are the children of your father the devil, and you love to do the evil things he does. He was aContinue reading “Be Alert and Watchful- PRAY”

Gloating over a Man’s Downfall is not Wise

If you have notice the viral video of two people caught together on video cam at a Cold Play concert this past week at Gillette stadium. Both are married and a prominent CEO was caught with another woman. The man has a wife and three children. The woman who is not his wife is knownContinue reading “Gloating over a Man’s Downfall is not Wise”

Dad’s Day to Rejoice!

Father’s Day is a time to reflect and honor your father. For some of you this may not be easy. For others you relationship with your dad has been awesome, yet not perfect. Anyone can be a father, but it takes a loving dad to raise, care, and support their children. Dad’s are wired differentContinue reading “Dad’s Day to Rejoice!”

God is Present in our Suffering

“Friends, when life gets really difficult, don’t jump to the conclusion that God isn’t on the job. Instead, be glad that you are in the very thick of what Christ experienced. This is a spiritual refining process, with glory just around the corner.”1Peter 4:12-13 MSG Suffering is something each human faces in some stage ofContinue reading “God is Present in our Suffering”

National Revival USA

The next spiritual awakening will be in the streets of USA not in buildings made by man! This awakening will bring forgiveness, reconciliation, restoration like never before. It will not be political, or have church bureaucracy or politics. We will see a lifestyle of change through the power of God’s Spirit. The altar will beContinue reading “National Revival USA”

The Grip of Fear

Have you ever been in the woods or hiking and suddenly a wolf, coyote, bear, or deer comes thrashing across your path. Unless your a hunter, you suddenly freeze and dear not move and fear rises up within. I remember a time when I went to enter my place and a slithering, long black snakeContinue reading “The Grip of Fear”

When God Shook The Earth

What happened next after Jesus died when he released his spirit? “And Jesus cried again with a loud voice, and yielded up his spirit. And behold, the veil of the temple was rent (torn) in two from the top to the bottom; and the earth did quake; and the rocks were rent; Matthew” 27:50‭-‬51. TheContinue reading “When God Shook The Earth”

When Jesus died on the cross, it was a solemn moment in History

Jesus Christ paid the price for the penalty of sin in full and was a shadow, a copy of things to come.The Passover Lamb. The Son of God not just a prophet, a priest, or king, but the Messiah that was foretold years ago in the old testament. The best part about good Friday wasContinue reading “When Jesus died on the cross, it was a solemn moment in History”

HOLY

HOLY (qadowsh) Set apart; sacred; sanctified Psalm 89:18-For the LORD is our defence;and the Holy One of Israel is our King. The Lord is holy. This word can be observed numerous times in the word of God. He is a holy God. He is sacred and set apart. God is perfect, holy and there isContinue reading “HOLY”

Heavenly Things

Think about the THINGS OF HEAVEN, not the things of this earth. Life is a gift to be born here on this earth.The God who created us desires that we would worship Him in spirit and in truth. Our purpose is to glorify God here on earth in this life, however, the distractions and strugglesContinue reading “Heavenly Things”

WHEN LOSSES COME

WHEN LOSSES COME IT IS NEVER EASY This is a time of year where we are reminded to be thankful for all the blessings we have from God which may include health, prosperity, friendships, family, etc. But what about the loss or losses you may have experienced recently, this past year, or evenseveral years? PerhapsContinue reading “WHEN LOSSES COME”

When Losses Come

WHEN LOSSES COME IT IS NEVER EASY This is a time of year where we are reminded to be thankful for all the blessings we have from God which may include health, prosperity, friendships, family, etc. But what about the loss or losses you may have experienced recently, this past year, or evenseveral years? PerhapsContinue reading “When Losses Come”

Overcoming Disappointments

The “unexpected” or disappointments seems to be the theme the last few years. What else could go wrong in my life you may be asking? As we have heard before, when it rains it pours. However, for some the flooding or the bleeding has not stopped. The sickness your facing is not getting any better,Continue reading “Overcoming Disappointments”

Blind Spots

Blind Spots As I was trying to pull out of a street to take a left on the main road, I could not see to my right due to a large cardboard box I had inside my Highlander SUV. It was the beginning of rush hour and I was at a standstill. I was waitingContinue reading “Blind Spots”

God’s Love Is To Be Embraced and Not Intimidating

Love is something each of us crave as human beings. Even animals and pets seek love. Love is an intense feeling or deep affection. A baby craves a mother’s love and bonding. How often we long for love, but only to face rejection? As teenagers (well adults too) we may have fallen into the trapContinue reading “God’s Love Is To Be Embraced and Not Intimidating”

God Knows Your Unknown

Have you ever wanted something so bad or would try to force the issue only to see what you wanted would fall apart? You didn’t understand why it happened, because during the process it was very frustrating and nobody had the answers you were looking for. You were getting ready to retire and move butContinue reading “God Knows Your Unknown”

Changing of the Seasons

It is refreshing when the summer hot humid air changes into cooler less humid fall weather. I have noticed the color of leaves beginning to change here in New England. From Boston to Stowe VT, NH, ME, RI, and CT the scenes around here are some of the most picturesque scenes of beauty in yourContinue reading “Changing of the Seasons”

Stress is Part of Life in this Journey

Growing up exercising in sports, I often would hear the phrase, “no pain no gain”. Supposedly the more it hurt the more I could progress and be stronger or a better athlete when working out. Im not sure how much truth is in that phrase, but I do know life is not void of tensionContinue reading “Stress is Part of Life in this Journey”

I KNOW WHOM I HAVE BELIEVED IN

I KNOW WHOM I HAVE BELIEVED IN The Apostle Paul was not ashamed but convinced, persuaded, loyal, and trustworthy, when it came to his faith in Jesus Christ. Paul knew what it was to be intellectually smart, an extremist religiously to the point of even having a deep hatred for Christians in the early church.Continue reading “I KNOW WHOM I HAVE BELIEVED IN”

Rest for the Weary

There are times and seasons in life where our bodies need rest. By nature we try to push the limits like working harder and not smarter. Overworking our body by exercising too much, only to find it to backfire, setting us back forcing to rest our body in order to recuperate. This heat wave theContinue reading “Rest for the Weary”

Pruning Season

I was trimming and pruning some bushes and shrubs along this long fence a few weeks ago because they continue to grow more and become stronger each time they are cut every year. One year in Florida while on break in the summer I pruned the branches of an orchard of orange trees. It wasContinue reading “Pruning Season”

Now this is eternal life: that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ

“Now this is eternal life: that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom you have sent”.John 17:3 The goal of God’s mission is eternal life in heaven forever. To Know and To Know About are two different things. Religion can’t save us, but a personal intimate relationship with Jesus Christ can.Continue reading “Now this is eternal life: that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ”

Putting up a Front

Jesus was with the disciples in the Upper Room getting ready to tell them he is ready leave them while he ate with them. It was their last supper together.He tells them that one of you are going to betray or rat him out to be arrested. “Now Jesus was deeply troubled, and he exclaimed,Continue reading “Putting up a Front”

Depressed

Depression is one of those human emotions we all deal with sometimes or in some cases a chronic condition. There is a reactionary depression too, for example, you may get in an accident or you have a breakup of a friend, a loss of a loved one, somebody betrayed you and you trusted them, etc.Continue reading “Depressed”

A Strong Backbone

Most of us have heard the phrase, “get some backbone” or “they have the spine of a jelly fish”. In today’s culture more people than ever get their feelings hurt, or others are too insensitive when they speak. Perhaps its just a lack of respect or maybe you’re caught up in being offended by everythingContinue reading “A Strong Backbone”

This Mountain Shall Be Moved

Climbing or hiking a mountain with rough terrain can become a great challenge. It can be overwhelming and challenging, especially when the weather factors in. Mount Everest last year in 2023 it is recorded that at least 17 people at different times are dead. The most common causes of death on Mount Everest are acuteContinue reading “This Mountain Shall Be Moved”

I’m Sorry Too!

“The church is people.It isn’t a system.It isn’t an organization.It isn’t a business.It’s the bride of Christ.A living, breathing, organism made up of people. Being hurt at the hands of a body of believers or by a person with authority in the church derails your entire life. It ruins marriages. It affects children for theContinue reading “I’m Sorry Too!”