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Greetings,

Learning to live a life of continual praise is one of the most valuable things a believer can do. While we may think that worship was only meant for church, our relationship with God is much more rewarding if we worship at all times.

Psalm 34:1 (NKJV) – “I will bless the LORD at all times; His praise shall continually be in my mouth.”

If God’s praise should “continually” be in our mouths, we should learn to cultivate the habit of praise. If the Lord is good all the time, doesn’t He deserve our worship at all times?

Even though we live in a fallen world, worshiping God creates a heavenly atmosphere around us. Worshiping throughout the day, will keep His Presence very close. It’s pretty difficult for the enemy to attack us if the Lord is right there beside us!  

My God, You are glorious, You are majestic, You are mighty and holy! What an amazing, wonderful God You are. I love You with all my heart! Help me learn to constantly give You my praise and adoration.

Today, I’m worshiping with Willow Worship and “Hope Medley.”

We love you and are praying for you. Be INSPIRED!

Pastor

Greetings,

Having a good name can open wonderful doors of opportunity. People want to connect and partner with someone who has a good reputation, but not if they don’t. That is true not only in business, but in friendships and ministry–and it is even true of romance. Being in relationships with people who don’t care about their character guarantees that you will be hurt sooner or later. By definition, a person’s character is determined by how well they protect their name.

Proverbs 22:1 (NKJV) – “A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, Loving favor rather than silver and gold.”

When people believe in and trust you, it is better than having a huge bank account. They will favor you. And if the favor of people is important, think how much more valuable it is to have God’s loving favor! When He sees how diligently we seek to do what pleases Him—which will also help preserve His Name before others, I’m sure it must bring a smile to His face! And that can change everything!  

Dear Lord, may Your grace, wisdom, and strength ever be with me. I want to bring honor to Your great Name by keeping my own name as free from dishonor as I possibly can. I’ve made many mistakes. Thank You for helping me get through them all. Help me make wise decisions that will reflect Your wisdom and the leading of Your Holy Spirit throughout my life.

Today, I’m worshiping with Donald Lawrence and “It’s Your Time.”

We love you and are praying for you. Be INSPIRED!

Pastor

Greetings,

Someday very soon, Christ is coming to take His beloved Church away, so we can ever be with Him. No one knows the exact day or hour, but the Bible gives us many signs that will precede His coming. These are meant to serve as a wake-up call to those who aren’t serving God.

Every generation has seen some of the things that Jesus spoke about, but our generation is experiencing the fulfillment of EVERY sign. Today’s news headlines are like reading from Matthew 24, or Luke 21. We must live so close to our Lord that we are ready and waiting for His return.

However, His coming is not something a child of God should fear. Christ longs for us to be with Him forever. He loves us and we love Him. It should be both comforting and encouraging to know that we will soon be united with our Lord. We see a picture of this in scripture. In the Song of Songs, the king calls out to his bride in love.

Song of Songs 2:10-11 (NKJV) – “My beloved spoke, and said to me: "Rise up, my love, my fair one, And come away. [11] For lo, the winter is past, The rain is over and gone.”

We love Your Presence, dear Jesus. When we are in Your Presence, our hearts are overwhelmed with joy. To think that we will someday enjoy Your Presence throughout eternity fills me with inexpressible gratitude. I long to see You, my Lord. I long to be with You forever. Thank You for the hope that I have beyond this life!

Does anyone remember when we had “camp meetings?” When this song popped up on my YouTube channel, it brought back a flood of memories!

Today, I’m worshiping with Limie Patton and “Going Up Yonder.”

We love you and are praying for you. Be INSPIRED!

Pastor

Greetings,

Some people believe we identify a believer by the way they dress. Others think it’s the way they pray. Still others, it’s how they talk. While believers should always live in a manner that would exalt Christ, notice the characteristics that He said would exemplify a true believer:

John 13:35 (NKJV) – “By this all will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another."

The identifying mark was not apathy, tolerance, indifference or mere curiosity—but love. His disciples will love one another, regardless of their education, status, ethnicity, political affiliation, wealth, or nationality. If you’re a child of God, you’re automatically my brother or sister in Christ.

Father, I know it must grieve Your heart when there is so much division among Your people. Help us remember that we are supposed to love each other in the same way that You love us. Fill our hearts with love—not indifference, resentment, or hate.

Today, I’m worshiping with Vicki Yohe and “So Many Reasons.”

We love you and are praying for you. Be INSPIRED!

Pastor

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