Category Archives: Church

God’s Name

Why is Gods name or his son Jesus Christ name used in vain so often in conversation? Gods nature is HolyHis character is holy and righteous.God’s name is special, it carries His personal identity. We fail to realize how seriously it is to use the Lord’s name in vain. Why is is that Jesus isContinue reading “God’s Name”

He Arose from the Grave!

Up from the Grave He Arose. He Arose and the Tomb is Empty. Christ is Risen and He’s Alive! But Wait There’s More! After the resurrection, Christ ascended into heaven and said He is coming back again. “Men of Galilee,” they said, “why are you standing here staring into heaven? Jesus has been taken fromContinue reading “He Arose from the Grave!”

Dunamis Power

Do you remember the first time you drove a bike, vehicle, boat, with power? The feeling was so awesome as if you could take on the world. There is a great responsibility when it comes to handling power, whether it is used for good or bad. I remember my first power bike was a miniContinue reading “Dunamis Power”

Gods promises Never Fail

When it comes to praying, sometimes God says no!This may be hard to accept, but this is God’s way of guiding you to a greater purpose in life. Accepting God’s no requires as great a faith as carrying out His yes.King David was a perfect example of this, no matter how much he wanted toContinue reading “Gods promises Never Fail”

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”

Stay in Your Lane!

Heading into the New Year 2026 will be exciting depending how you look at the challenges! If you have heart and a passion for what you do then start building, designing, selling, solving complex issues, etc. Degrees are important, but lack of excellence has no excuse even if it takes you 120 years to buildContinue reading “Stay in Your Lane!”

Joy To The World The Lord Is Come Let Earth Receive Her King !

The days and times were dark. King Herod was out to find Jesus not to worship him but to destroy him. The light is Jesus Christ, a baby born in the flesh, fully God and fully human. “Have this attitude in yourselves which was also in Christ Jesus, who, as He already existed in theContinue reading “Joy To The World The Lord Is Come Let Earth Receive Her King !”

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”

Christ is the ROCK-PETRA

The Church Will Not Be Defeated How often when we think of church we drive by or enter a church sanctuary and think of church.What is church? Is it a mere building or is it an invisible kingdom here on earth until Jesus Christ’s return? We learned last week that Jesus Christ is the headContinue reading “Christ is the ROCK-PETRA”

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”

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”

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”

Give Me Oil in My Lamp

You, Lord, keep my lamp burning; my God turns my darkness into light.Psalms 18:28 NIV Stress can cause us to eventually become burned out. You may be juggling too many things in your life such as too much multi-tasking at work or home doing long hours or even wearing too many hats and never learningContinue reading “Give Me Oil in My Lamp”

Drink From The Well

Summer is now in full swing and it can be easy to fall into the trap of foolish temptations and spiritual drought. This is a good reason not to drop your guard but to have a devotional time with God. This is important because just going to church or worship once a week just doesn’tContinue reading “Drink From The Well”

The Air I Breathe 

There is nothing like a cool   summer breeze. The ocean air by the beach comes in a fresh wind. Its like it clears out your mind and renews a fresh sense hope. Sometimes itvis so hazy, hot, and humid that the air can become so unbearable to breathe, that we long for the coolest orContinue reading “The Air I Breathe “

Taking Risks are Safe When God is in it

Jesus came up and said to them, “All authority (all power of absolute rule) in heaven and on earth has been given to Me.”Matthew 28:18 AMP “But you shall receive power, after that the Holy Spirit comes upon you…” Acts 1:8a They couldn’t take their eyes off them—Peter and John standing there so confident, soContinue reading “Taking Risks are Safe When God is in it”

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”

Dunamis Power

Do you remember the first time you drove a bike, vehicle, boat, with power? The feeling was so awesome as if you could take on the world. There is a great responsibility when it comes to handling power, whether it is used for good or bad. I remember my first power bike was a miniContinue reading “Dunamis Power”

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”

Keeping The Main Focus

It has been a while since I last wrote here, so I wanted to give a brief update on some of the exciting things that are happening in our lives. After several years of being distracted, not necessarily distracted by bad things, but taking care of business, helping with the needs of others, taking careContinue reading “Keeping The Main Focus”

Mission Accomplished

Recently, some of the astronauts who were stranded in space for almost nine months were stuck, only to discover they had more than a plane delay. This was supposed to be a short mission less than a few weeks. Now they were in a holding pattern. I cannot image being stuck in space for soContinue reading “Mission Accomplished”

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”

Focus on God’s Word

Allow The Word of God to Keep You Focused How often can our minds drift off whether intentionally or unintentionally. We begin thinking about several other things while we are sitting at a lecture, getting ready for work, family problems and issues, or anxious or worrying about that doctors visit. How am I going toContinue reading “Focus on God’s Word”

When you pray it’s a Battle

When You Pray its a Battle We often hear and read about prayer, especially when it comes at the New Year or the month of January. So what is going to happen after the 7, 10, 21 days or the month is up? Will you or your church still have the same fervency for theContinue reading “When you pray it’s a Battle”

Stand Strong

Living in a culture where accountability lacks justice today, and places innocent people in jeopardy of their character, integrity, faithfulness, loyalty, and their own judgment. When a person is falsely accused or has their character assassinated it will come down to who do I really trust. A person of true faith knows where their trustContinue reading “Stand Strong”

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”

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”

The Gifts of God are for A Purpose

Have you ever had a passion about a hobby, an instrument, a sport, or job, even a school subject you loved and ace at it? How about when you decided to follow Jesus and do God’s will, only to see the fire and passion wane as the years went by. Or maybe your faith wasContinue reading “The Gifts of God are for A Purpose”

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”

And When They Prayed

‭When They Prayed! There can be a lot of talk and discussion about prayer, but nothing gets accomplished without praying to our All Powerful, All Mighty, Loving Heavenly Father…The Apostles and disciples new the importance of praying in Jesus name. Notice: And when they had prayed. “And when they had prayed, the place where theyContinue reading “And When They Prayed”

5 Ways to Pray for Missionaries

3.Pray for Their Relationships: 4. Pray for Open Doors and Fruitful Ministry: Your prayers will aid them in being more effective, healthier in every way, supported, and able to serve as long as God intends. Written by Pastor Brad Whipple

Walking in the Light

The reason it it difficult to read Scripture at times is because it exposes us and our hidden deeds of darkness.People can fool others, but we cannot fool God.God’s will is so much more important than what I want. The Lord desires we walk in the Light. Christ is the light of the world, andContinue reading “Walking in the Light”

Speak to Your Mountains ⛰

These tree roots on a mountain top in NH tells me how persistence, determination, and perseverance can give us the victories in life if we do not quit; even when it looks impossible. It’s high time to speak and to face your mountains! Keep believing, stay focused, and move forward no matter what obstacles comeContinue reading “Speak to Your Mountains ⛰”

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”

Watch Therefore and Be on Guard

People hire security guards for safety reasons because there is violence, robberies, car jacking, breaks-ins, hackers, scams artist, and whatever. Growing up as a kid we would go to the parks, Maplewood or Malden square, walk home late at night and we felt secure and safe. Today is a different story though and the timesContinue reading “Watch Therefore and Be on Guard”

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”

Things of Heaven

Think about the THINGS OF HEAVEN, not the things of 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 struggles ofContinue reading “Things of Heaven”

DEDICATION COUNTS TO WIN

The good things in life, sports, careers, raising a family don’t come easy in this life. For most of us it has taken years to accomplish where you are today and there were many, many sacrifices.It took a lot of dedication, routine and mundane drills of self discipline. Dedication means being committed to a taskContinue reading “DEDICATION COUNTS TO WIN”