Once again there is “a” word that has caught my attention in a particular scripture verse and that word is “cast”. Matthew 7:5 tells us to first cast “…the beam out of our own eye; and then we can see clearly to cast out the mote in our brother’s eye.” Further down it tells us to not cast “…our pearls before swine” and 1 Peter 5:7 tells us to “cast our cares upon him, for He cares for us”. Jesus…
Most of us have jobs that pay us weekly or twice a month. We get paid because of the work we’ve done, and it is confirmed by the paycheck we receive. But, let me talk about another account that’s established as our heavenly bank account. As believers, we have established an individual ‘faith bank’ over the years. This is a unique bank owned by our heavenly Father, The Chief CEO (Christ Everlasting & Omnipotent) runs it continually with 24/7 banking…
Isn’t it interesting to know that one’s gift, if recognized, will make room for you. This is a thoughtful reaction to Proverbs 18:16 “A man’s gift maketh room for him, and bringeth him before great men.” Needless to say that applies to everyone – let’s put it this way “A person’s gift makes room for them, and brings them before great people.” The first thing that comes to mind is the assumption that we all have gifts. I earnestly believe…
That’s a very important and influential statement to say to anyone; and it really makes a difference coming from someone you love and respect. But what would be your reaction if you heard the LORD Himself say that to you? “I Have Confidence in You!” This is a statement I heard a few weeks ago at a conference in Atlanta. It was made by an awesome but humble man of God; Archbishop Kirby Clements, presiding leader of the International Communion…
Yesterday, I had the opportunity to experience a phenomenal celebration of the life of Dr. Byerte W. Johnson who went to be with the Lord on January 2, 2019. The church was packed with individuals both young and old and from every walk of life. We all had some type connection with Dr. Johnson in a variety of ways related to music. As a young girl, I took piano lessons from her for several years and can picture that upright…
