Are you ashamed of the Gospel?

I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes: first for the Jew, then for the Gentile. For in the gospel a righteousness from God is revealed, a righteousness that is by faith from first to last, just as it is written: "The righteous will live by faith." (Romans 1:16-17)NIV

Are you ashamed of the Gospel of Jesus Christ? Be honest with yourself. The Apostle Paul was honest with himself and with everyone else when he wrote this passage to the Christians in Rome through this letter. Christians sometimes have to find a connecting concept to somehow make their faith fit the culture that we live in. Often times fellow believers will preface everything they say with "God willing...." for example I've heard some say "God willing I hope I get over this flu soon" or something of that nature. Well it is God's will that we "proper and be in good health even as our soul prospers" 3 John 1:2 (not tryin to give a prosperity plug here) The point is the Gospel of Jesus should be the air we breath. The birth, the life, the death, the resurrection and the second coming of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ is the power of God to save every believer. Are you afraid someone may call you a Jesus freak or Holy roller? The world says that people who believe in God do so out of desparation or they must be facing some kind of life changing event. They are right. Romans 1:17 says it: For in the gospel a righteousness from God is revealed, a righteousness that is by faith from first to last, just as it is written: "The righteous WILL LIVE by faith." Hallelujah to the Lamb of God!!!!!
This was my homework assignment from the ministry leaders Bible study class. See you in rehearsal on Wednesday night. Music: Sweet Hour of Prayer, Total Praise, Fanfare and Hymn A Mighty Fortress, Just A Closer Walk. Be prepared to take pictures Wednesday after rehearsal.

Each one Reach One

Every one in the instrumental music ministry should make this a part of their personal mission for the new year. What a great way break the ice into evangelism than to invite a fellow musician to join us in rehearsal. Every borned-again believer in Christ is responsible to evangelize. Mark 16:15 says, "Go ye into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature." That means all of us. There does not have to be a pulpit and you don't need the exegetical skills of John Wesley or Martin Luther. We all just need to make a start and "Go......." Let the Holy Spirit take the lead. See you in rehearsal.

To evangelize or not to evangelize

How many great Evangelists from the present or past can you name? I used to feel that evangelizing meant passing out tracts in the street and witnessing to homeless people. Yes, the homeless need to hear the gospel of Jesus as well as a hot meal and necessities of life but the Bible is clear on what evangelism really means. The 28th Chapter of Matthew verses 19 and 20 are known as the "Great Commission." It states: Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age." (Matthew 28:19-2O, NIV) Hallelujah!
This sounds like a directive to me rather than a request. When I think of modern day evangelist a few names come to mind; Billy Graham, T.D. Jakes, Joel Osteen, Joyce Meyer, Benny Hinn... the list goes on and on. As I look at these women and men of God I have to size them up based on the directive of the Bible and see where I can fit in and make a difference. What can you do this year to do more evangelizing? or have you already started? Music for 1/16 {Crown Him With Many Crowns, Just a Closer Walk, WE HAVE 2 NEW PIECES} Leave me a comment. Peace and Blessings.

No Sweat

There is no need to sweat anything in life. The giants that are overwhelming to you are nothing but a speck of dust to God. Thank God for the anointed women and men of God that he raises up to be Pastors and Deacons and Evangelists to help keep our souls at peace. I have come to realize that the only time strain and /or pressure effects my life is when there is another master at work. The first step to fixing the problem is clear recognition, then confession, then correction and finally eviction. It's time to clear the air. (Philippians 4:8) Whatsoever is true, honest, pure, of good report, if there be any virtue if there be ANY PRAISE (Hallelujah) THINK ON THESE THINGS. God bless you my friends:)

Happy Birthday to You!!!

Ok, it may not be your birthday, but it is mine. I could not have asked for a better birthday present than to hear that Senator Barrack Obama had won the Iowa caucus. What a great history making event. He is a breath of fresh air in the political arena. He is genuine and speaks a message that everyone can support. What is politics in the beginning anyway but a bunch of talk? As the listeners and constituents, we have to be the sifters and figure out who's real and who's not. Barrack seems to be the most real candidate we've seen in a long time. I ask every borned-again believer in Jesus Christ to pray for him that God will protect him and be with us throughout this entire process. We have nothing to fear. My pastor gave a powerful message recently from Isaiah 41:10: "Fear thou not for I am with thee. Be not not dismayed for I am thy God. I will strengthen thee, yea. I will help thee, yea. I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteosness." She also made it the lyrics of a beloved worship song that I have been singing in my heart every since I heard it. There is no need for us to fear when God is on our side.


Hallelujah!!!!!!

Refuse to be down. Love and laugh!

Never let anyone or any situation take your joy. Some people are not happy until everyone around them is miserable. Refuse to be downcast. Refuse to let anyone check you for being positive. Love and laugh always. Know that God is on your side. Read Isaiah 41:10. Read the story of Abraham and Sara in Genesis. Sarah said that "the Lord has made me to laugh...." because he made the impossible possible. He gave her a baby at the age of 90 something. In this new year make it your business to love and laugh more. Cast your cares on God. He has big broad shoulders and strong arms. When you give him your burdens he will trade you for his garment of praise. Then you can LAUGH as long as you want to. Praise the Lord Saints!!!