Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof. Proverbs 18:21 KJV
The Tongue is oh so powerful, It can speak Life and it also can Speak Death and the love of that same tongue eat the fruit thereof it.
How you use your own tongue can bring life to you and those around you, It can cause the unsaved one to know Christ as you witness to them to God's Salvation Plan, It can be comfort to those in sorrow that will give them consolation, It can be used to sing the praises of God, It can bring healing to the sick The Tongue oh so powerful but can be oh so deadly. Cause someone to shed a tear, cause someone to never know about the loving God you say you serve.
Often times you can tell where a person is with God by the use of there Tongue, I would like to challenge you to examine how you use your tongue, Weather it's to bring forth Life or to bring Death, I choose to speak life into your life both spiritual and natural and that you have Life and It more abundantly. I speak Life that you may prosper as your soul does prosper in God, I speak life in your health, your finance, I speak life that family members hear the voice of God through you to be saved....
I refuse to speak Death but Life.... So take time to examine what your tongue is speaking, Is it Life or Death?
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
"If"
If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land. Now mine eyes shall be open, and mine ears attent unto the prayer that is made in this place. 2Chr 7:14-16....
Greetings beloved people of God, How often do we here this scripture quoted, preached and in return we ask from time to time Why don’t we hear from the Lord, and why are the saints sick, why is sin on a rampage and why aren’t our prayers being heard. Well I often ask the same question until the Lord revealed unto me in prayer and meditation. That the reason we don’t hear from him as we should is before we hear from him, we must follow his instructions to the tee.
The key focus of this verse of scripture is “If” This is the promise of God letting us know what the Lord would do for us "If" we do these things.... for example Humble Ourselves, Pray With Out Ceasing, Seek The Face of God, Turn From The Wicked Ways of Our Lives.
Must Christians/Saints don't want to apply themselves to the conditions that the Lord has given unto us therefore we don't hear from God. Remember "If" we do what been ask then we shall reap the benefits!!!!
People of God it’s time for us to apply the word as is and now as the way we want them to be… Daily examine yourself as much as the other person next to you for in the end it’s you that the Lord is going to question at the time of Judgment… I am Lord willing approaching 40 years of Spiritual Birth being saved at the age of 12 years old and If I but may paraphrase I once was Young but now I’m getting older and I yet to have seen the righteous forsaken me but my blessings have been hinder at times because of not following his word as prescribe but only as I wanted them to be. And it my earnest desires to please the Lord in all of my way that I might reap the full benefits of his blessings. So in closing I pray God choicest and richest blessings unto you and that you receive this Daily Nugget, Remember the key word to this passage of scripture is “IF”
Greetings beloved people of God, How often do we here this scripture quoted, preached and in return we ask from time to time Why don’t we hear from the Lord, and why are the saints sick, why is sin on a rampage and why aren’t our prayers being heard. Well I often ask the same question until the Lord revealed unto me in prayer and meditation. That the reason we don’t hear from him as we should is before we hear from him, we must follow his instructions to the tee.
The key focus of this verse of scripture is “If” This is the promise of God letting us know what the Lord would do for us "If" we do these things.... for example Humble Ourselves, Pray With Out Ceasing, Seek The Face of God, Turn From The Wicked Ways of Our Lives.
Must Christians/Saints don't want to apply themselves to the conditions that the Lord has given unto us therefore we don't hear from God. Remember "If" we do what been ask then we shall reap the benefits!!!!
People of God it’s time for us to apply the word as is and now as the way we want them to be… Daily examine yourself as much as the other person next to you for in the end it’s you that the Lord is going to question at the time of Judgment… I am Lord willing approaching 40 years of Spiritual Birth being saved at the age of 12 years old and If I but may paraphrase I once was Young but now I’m getting older and I yet to have seen the righteous forsaken me but my blessings have been hinder at times because of not following his word as prescribe but only as I wanted them to be. And it my earnest desires to please the Lord in all of my way that I might reap the full benefits of his blessings. So in closing I pray God choicest and richest blessings unto you and that you receive this Daily Nugget, Remember the key word to this passage of scripture is “IF”
Monday, November 9, 2009
Let Your Light So Shine
Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. Matthew 5:15 NIV (The Question Is, Will those around you see the light of Jesus In You?
Saturday, November 7, 2009
Preparing For Battle
Ephesians 6:10 (KJV)
10. Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. 11. Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. 12. for we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.13. Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. 14. Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness; 15. And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace; 16. Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked. Ephesians 6:10 KJV
Greetings in the name that’s above all other name given whereby we must be saved, The Name of Jesus, Once again I am so delighted that you have associated yourself with this ministry, Today I was thinking and the word of the Lord came to me as it relates to Preparing for the battle, Because the war is on an in Ephesians 6: verses 10 to 16 it gives us instruction as to how to prepare to win the race and the battle we face from day to day.
And Satan desires to have you for his own, and he knows that you desire to please the Lord in every way possible so in our everyday lives he brings things against us to literally destroy and to kill us. And we often ask the Lord why are we going through some of the things we go through being saved and filled with the Holy Ghost, We say to ourselves we go to church faithfully, pay our tithes and offering, pray, fast and why doing all that we are yet attacked by the enemy himself.
But as any solider in battle we must always stay on guard and lookout for the devil and the angels of darkness he assign unto us for defeat… We must remain dressed with the Whole Armour of God, Not partial dress but fully dress, A few years back something happen with me that took me for a blow and I set there crying and asking God Why? And the Lord spoke to me so clear and said Son you didn’t have on your entire Armour of God on and the devil saw it and went for the blow to destroy you.
But I the Lord your God block his blow to permanently take you down. I began to example myself, my life, my walk with God, and I sat there thinking I begin to see myself where I had started undressing the Armour of God. And as believers or the faith we must stand guarded at all times, for the devil is like a roaring lion seeking whom he may desire, he is targeting all he may that are not fully dress.
So I encourage you my brother, my sister that we must stay fully dressed at all times as true soldier on the frontline of battle as we are in the last of the last days and the devil himself know his time is at hand and it his desire is to take as many as he can to the lake of fire (Hell) with him for eternity.
So in closing be sure to clothed yourself in the Garment of the Lord’s Army, Surround yourself with the truth (The Word of God) Your bulletproof vest (The Breastplate of Righteousness) Your Feet with Combat Shoes (With The Preparation of The Gospel of Peace) and The Shield of Faith (The Word That Covers You From The Fiery Darts) The ones Satan sends at you while you’re not aware of his presents….
If we as people of God stay prepared we can stand the test, and be more than conquerors through him that loves us, and care for us, if we do our part God will cover and take care of the devil. Stay rooted in his word, pray daily, fast frequently, stay under his blood, his covering, remain faithful to his instructions, and you shall defeat the devil and cause him to back off from you because he has to honor the word of the Lord, It’s when we don’t abide by the word of God that we are wounded and/or defeated. So I encourage you to dress up for the battle at hand…. The race isn’t given to the swift but to the one who will endure unto thee end… So properly prepare for your battle!!!
Because Of His Unmerited Favor, I Humbly Remain!!!!
Elder Timothy Gaines
Timothy Gaines Ministries
Founder and Executive Director/CEO
10. Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. 11. Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. 12. for we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.13. Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. 14. Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness; 15. And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace; 16. Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked. Ephesians 6:10 KJV
Greetings in the name that’s above all other name given whereby we must be saved, The Name of Jesus, Once again I am so delighted that you have associated yourself with this ministry, Today I was thinking and the word of the Lord came to me as it relates to Preparing for the battle, Because the war is on an in Ephesians 6: verses 10 to 16 it gives us instruction as to how to prepare to win the race and the battle we face from day to day.
And Satan desires to have you for his own, and he knows that you desire to please the Lord in every way possible so in our everyday lives he brings things against us to literally destroy and to kill us. And we often ask the Lord why are we going through some of the things we go through being saved and filled with the Holy Ghost, We say to ourselves we go to church faithfully, pay our tithes and offering, pray, fast and why doing all that we are yet attacked by the enemy himself.
But as any solider in battle we must always stay on guard and lookout for the devil and the angels of darkness he assign unto us for defeat… We must remain dressed with the Whole Armour of God, Not partial dress but fully dress, A few years back something happen with me that took me for a blow and I set there crying and asking God Why? And the Lord spoke to me so clear and said Son you didn’t have on your entire Armour of God on and the devil saw it and went for the blow to destroy you.
But I the Lord your God block his blow to permanently take you down. I began to example myself, my life, my walk with God, and I sat there thinking I begin to see myself where I had started undressing the Armour of God. And as believers or the faith we must stand guarded at all times, for the devil is like a roaring lion seeking whom he may desire, he is targeting all he may that are not fully dress.
So I encourage you my brother, my sister that we must stay fully dressed at all times as true soldier on the frontline of battle as we are in the last of the last days and the devil himself know his time is at hand and it his desire is to take as many as he can to the lake of fire (Hell) with him for eternity.
So in closing be sure to clothed yourself in the Garment of the Lord’s Army, Surround yourself with the truth (The Word of God) Your bulletproof vest (The Breastplate of Righteousness) Your Feet with Combat Shoes (With The Preparation of The Gospel of Peace) and The Shield of Faith (The Word That Covers You From The Fiery Darts) The ones Satan sends at you while you’re not aware of his presents….
If we as people of God stay prepared we can stand the test, and be more than conquerors through him that loves us, and care for us, if we do our part God will cover and take care of the devil. Stay rooted in his word, pray daily, fast frequently, stay under his blood, his covering, remain faithful to his instructions, and you shall defeat the devil and cause him to back off from you because he has to honor the word of the Lord, It’s when we don’t abide by the word of God that we are wounded and/or defeated. So I encourage you to dress up for the battle at hand…. The race isn’t given to the swift but to the one who will endure unto thee end… So properly prepare for your battle!!!
Because Of His Unmerited Favor, I Humbly Remain!!!!
Elder Timothy Gaines
Timothy Gaines Ministries
Founder and Executive Director/CEO
Friday, September 25, 2009
Monday, August 24, 2009
Greater Grace Temple-City Of David Homecoming Reunion
On August The 22nd and the 23rd, 2009 Marked the 1st Homecoming Reunion Celebration in the history of Greater Grace Temple-City Of David, Established in 1927 by the late Bishop Ellington Forbes until 1962 and from 1962 until 1996 it was Pastored by Bishop David L. Ellis, Sr., Who took over a default church and with the help of the Lord grew the church from a small beginnings to what has become a land mark mega church known from across the nation. It was in 1996 that the Lord called Bishop David L. Ellis from Labor to Reward. After the untimely death of Bishop David L. Ellis, Sr., the mantle was then pass on to his eldest son Bishop Charles H. Ellis, III., Which much insight and vision Bishop Charles Ellis, Continue to fulfill the vision of his father and the Lord gave him favor to take the church to another level and this weekend will be a memory that will long be remembered. Enjoy the Video Presentation that I have prepared.... I was bless to attend the 2 Day Celebration and I must say I laughed, I cried, I hugged and I rejoiced with all the saints during this weekend celebration.
Friday, August 7, 2009
Sunday, August 2, 2009
I'm Still Here
It was in '2004 that the enemy himself tried to come in and defeat my purpose of what God had and still has for me. But I can testify as in this song that I'm Still Here, All because of the Mercies and Grace of God! After all I've been through I still have Joy, Joy Unspeakable and Full of Glory. Enjoy this song Still Here as sung by the Williams Brothers!
Saturday, August 1, 2009
Get Ready, Get Set, And Go!
Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize. 1 Corinthians 9:24 (NIV)
Run the race that has been set before you, Preparing to take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. Ephesians 6:13 (KJV)
Remember to win the high prize of God you must stay Prayerful, Focus and keeping your eyes on the prize the high calling of God, The Finish Line. So Get Ready, Get Set And Go!
Run the race that has been set before you, Preparing to take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. Ephesians 6:13 (KJV)
Remember to win the high prize of God you must stay Prayerful, Focus and keeping your eyes on the prize the high calling of God, The Finish Line. So Get Ready, Get Set And Go!
Monday, July 27, 2009
I've Got A Yet Praise
Psalms 42:11 Why are you downcast, O my soul? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise him, my Savior and my God.
When I consider the awesomeness of God and the marvelous things he has done in my life I can testify that I've Got A Yet Praise! A praise of Victory, A praise of Deliverance, A Praise of Triumph.
While the devil has and will come from time to time to try to defeat our purpose God has given unto us that we are more than conqueror's to him that loves us.
Down through the years and all of my life I have seen and witness the hand of God in my life. I've seen the Lord cover me from danger that lurk to steal and kill me that the Devil had planned for me. But greater is he that is within us that he that is in the world!
What is a Yet Praise you might ask, It's another praise in the forer unto the God, The God of my salvation, Another Praise of Victory from the hand of the enemy, A Praise for his continue faithfulness, A Praise of Thanksgiving, Yet another Praise I've Got for him being God, The creator and giver of Life. God faithfulness continue to grant us the priveledge to approach him, I've Got A Yet Praise!
No need to be castdown, nor defeated for right where you are begin to give him the fruit of your lips and bless his name for things he's already done for you also have Yet Another Praise To Give Him!
In closing as the song says, As I look back over my life and I think things over, I can truly say that I've been bless I Got A Testimony! I've Got A Yet Praise!
When I consider the awesomeness of God and the marvelous things he has done in my life I can testify that I've Got A Yet Praise! A praise of Victory, A praise of Deliverance, A Praise of Triumph.
While the devil has and will come from time to time to try to defeat our purpose God has given unto us that we are more than conqueror's to him that loves us.
Down through the years and all of my life I have seen and witness the hand of God in my life. I've seen the Lord cover me from danger that lurk to steal and kill me that the Devil had planned for me. But greater is he that is within us that he that is in the world!
What is a Yet Praise you might ask, It's another praise in the forer unto the God, The God of my salvation, Another Praise of Victory from the hand of the enemy, A Praise for his continue faithfulness, A Praise of Thanksgiving, Yet another Praise I've Got for him being God, The creator and giver of Life. God faithfulness continue to grant us the priveledge to approach him, I've Got A Yet Praise!
No need to be castdown, nor defeated for right where you are begin to give him the fruit of your lips and bless his name for things he's already done for you also have Yet Another Praise To Give Him!
In closing as the song says, As I look back over my life and I think things over, I can truly say that I've been bless I Got A Testimony! I've Got A Yet Praise!
I've Got A Race To Run!
Hebrews 12:1 (King James Version)Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us,
In just about every race you see, Along side of the race you will notice large clouds of witnesses, Some are there to clear you on to victory and other are awaiting on your defeat. But in order to win the race you must remain focus on the finish line(The Lord Jesus Christ), All trainer's tells their runner's to stay focus and to free yourself from all the distraction that surrounds you, And the same applies spiritually in order to get to the finish line you must remain focus and not let those around you distract you, For in every crowd there are good ones and some not some good ones, Such as the sins and the weight of it that come to defeat you. You must keep running, never turning back nor looking to the left nor right just only to be distracted. For the devil is always placing things to get you off track of your final destination, The Finish Line.
And as every runner prepares themselves before the race, We the people of God must stay in shape by applying the word of God in our daily lives, and by fasting and praying, not looking to the left nor to the right but straight ahead to the finish line.
But as for me and my house not only will I serve the Lord, But I will finish the race that has been set before me, Looking unto Jesus, The Author and finisher of my Faith for I've got a race to run! Ready, Set, Go....
In just about every race you see, Along side of the race you will notice large clouds of witnesses, Some are there to clear you on to victory and other are awaiting on your defeat. But in order to win the race you must remain focus on the finish line(The Lord Jesus Christ), All trainer's tells their runner's to stay focus and to free yourself from all the distraction that surrounds you, And the same applies spiritually in order to get to the finish line you must remain focus and not let those around you distract you, For in every crowd there are good ones and some not some good ones, Such as the sins and the weight of it that come to defeat you. You must keep running, never turning back nor looking to the left nor right just only to be distracted. For the devil is always placing things to get you off track of your final destination, The Finish Line.
And as every runner prepares themselves before the race, We the people of God must stay in shape by applying the word of God in our daily lives, and by fasting and praying, not looking to the left nor to the right but straight ahead to the finish line.
But as for me and my house not only will I serve the Lord, But I will finish the race that has been set before me, Looking unto Jesus, The Author and finisher of my Faith for I've got a race to run! Ready, Set, Go....
God Is Able
It matters not what you're going through I'm a living witness that God Is Able to bring you through it all... I want to encourage and challenge you to focus on him and not so much as your situation, He tells us in his word to cast our cares upon him, for he careth for you 1 Peter 5:7
Enjoy as Pastor Smokie Norful Minister In Song "God Is Able"
Enjoy as Pastor Smokie Norful Minister In Song "God Is Able"
Saturday, July 25, 2009
Put On The Whole Armour of God
Giants DO DIE!!! The bigger they are the harder they fall... It's amazing that all David needed was a sling shot and a stone. Goliath had all kinds of armor and weapons...
But when God is in the midst of your situation, It don't matter what the enemy has come up against you with, He Can Not Prevail!!!!
The Power of God is far much Greater Than Anything that we face in our lives, Always remember to put on the whole armour of God!
But when God is in the midst of your situation, It don't matter what the enemy has come up against you with, He Can Not Prevail!!!!
The Power of God is far much Greater Than Anything that we face in our lives, Always remember to put on the whole armour of God!
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
Michael Jackson Gone To Soon "1958-2009"
On This Day July 7, 2009 People From Across This Nation Memorialize The Life of the King Of Pop Michael Jackson....
Sunday, June 28, 2009
"Who Told You That God Want Deliver Me"
The Late Pastor Nathan Simmons Preaching Under The Annointing And Power of The Holy Ghost At Soul Winner Conference In Memphis, TN with Bishop Gilbert E. Patterson.
"Who Told You That God Want Deliver Me"
"Who Told You That God Want Deliver Me"
Sunday, June 21, 2009
Happy Father Day
Today all across America People Black, White, Hispanic and other nationalities will celebrate what is known as Father Day. A day set aside to honor and appreciate Father's. Some are deserving of it and other's aren't. But on this day I would like to celebrate the memory of my father the late Deacon Frank T. Gaines, One whom I would consider a par excellent roll model as a loving and dedicated man to his family and so many others with his unique and genius loving caring personality.
The person that I have become can be contributed to the up bringing of my father, He taught me great values to sustain in life, And how to be a Strong Black Saved Man...Growing up I watched and seem my father extend himself beyond the call of duty. He not only fathered his 7 Children, But Nephews, Nieces and members of the body of Christ. He provided along with my Mother the Late Missionary Fannie Gaines shelter, food and clothing to those that need it.
As Deacon of the Apostolic Church of God In Christ Jesus, under the leadership of Pastor Levy M. Miles, Pastor Percy J. Pitts and Pastor Gilbert L. Allen, My father was faithful to his call and appointment as Deacon, Again not only serving his personal family, He adopted and extended himself to many.
And it is with that, On this day we honor and celebrate as Father's Day I solute and honor the memory and legacy of my Natural Father The Late Deacon Frank T. Gaines...
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
The Mark, Jones and Gaines Family Picnic '2009
On Saturday June 13, 2009 The Mark, Jones and Gaines Family came together in love and Fellowship for The Family Picnic...Without no doult we had a time of fun, meeting and greeting family members and more than enough food to be full for a week if not longer. I encourage you weather your family is small or large to come together for a time of fellowship and fun. Below are some pictures from the Family Picnic. Enjoy!
Tuesday, June 9, 2009
Let The Potter Put You Back Together!
Be Blessed By Evangelist Dr. Dorinda Clark-Cole, Pastor Seon Thompson Encourage you with this song The Potter's House. Min. Carnell Murrell on Keyboard.
Friday, May 29, 2009
God's Faithfulness
The Faithfulness of God Makes Us Rich In Him By Christ Jesus, So Hold Your Head Up High and Go Claim Your Inheritance!
Put Satan In Check...
The next time the Devil comes up to you and remind you of the former things of your past, Be sure to reminds him, That you have been redeemed from yours, While he has to still pay for his...And Begin to Shout the Victory!
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Ready, Set And Go...
Hebrews 12:1 KJV
Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us,
The race is set before us, Have you prepared yourself to make it to the finishing line, Or are you dragging your feet by not following the mandate that the Lord has given up by laying all those things that will slow you down, Such as the many weights of sin...The song says the road gets rough, The going gets toughs and even the hills are hard to climb...But this one thing I have made up my mind to do and that is I have decided to make Jesus my choice.
So grab a partner (The Word of God) and by fasting and praying you can make it to the finishing line. I plan to make it there what about you, Somehow I got to make this journey somehow, Satan on my track, Trying to turn me back, But I gotta make this journey somehow.... It's not how fast you run, but making it to the end!
Be Blessed!
Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us,
The race is set before us, Have you prepared yourself to make it to the finishing line, Or are you dragging your feet by not following the mandate that the Lord has given up by laying all those things that will slow you down, Such as the many weights of sin...The song says the road gets rough, The going gets toughs and even the hills are hard to climb...But this one thing I have made up my mind to do and that is I have decided to make Jesus my choice.
So grab a partner (The Word of God) and by fasting and praying you can make it to the finishing line. I plan to make it there what about you, Somehow I got to make this journey somehow, Satan on my track, Trying to turn me back, But I gotta make this journey somehow.... It's not how fast you run, but making it to the end!
Be Blessed!
Farther Along
Today I'm reflecting on one of the hymns of the Church, Farther Along We'll Know All About It, Farther Along Will Understand Why, Cheer Up My Brother, Live In The Sunshine, We'll Understand It....All By And By!
Sometimes Life gives us situation that we don't know what or how to handle them, But if we would only look to the hills from which comet our help, Being Jesus the Chief Cornerstone. We have a rock to stand upon, So as the song implies Cheer Up and Live In The Sunshine because their will be a Brighter Day Ahead!
I'm a true and living witness that God will not give you anything more than he know you can bear...It's A process we all have to go through in order to come out as Pure Gold tried in the fire.
I close encouraging you to hold on, be strong and run the race that have been given you to run. For at the end you will be more than a conqueror In Christ Jesus!
Sometimes Life gives us situation that we don't know what or how to handle them, But if we would only look to the hills from which comet our help, Being Jesus the Chief Cornerstone. We have a rock to stand upon, So as the song implies Cheer Up and Live In The Sunshine because their will be a Brighter Day Ahead!
I'm a true and living witness that God will not give you anything more than he know you can bear...It's A process we all have to go through in order to come out as Pure Gold tried in the fire.
I close encouraging you to hold on, be strong and run the race that have been given you to run. For at the end you will be more than a conqueror In Christ Jesus!
Florine Horton
Florine, Wow I am sadden with mix emotions, For over 32 years I known you, As a teenager entering for Official Duty for the Internet Revenue Service you befriended me along with other, And you kept the friendship real and later on it's seem like we became brother and sister, You gave me support and encourage me in my ministry of song...You called me from time to time to check up on me as any real sister would, And when the time I became critical ill, You came to my bedside and gave me words to encourage me that I will be alright...We had our differences in many things lol, But it didn't stop us for being brother and a sister to each other.
When I got the news that you had taken your flight from here I was so sadden, Because I felt a void so deeply sad...But you became tired and you needed your rest, So not to be selfish I must and I will let you take your rest.... So rest my sister your work is finish down here, And now that I'm grown I will always remember you as my on and off the job friend that was there for me till the end! Take your rest...Until the Lord return!
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Where Do You Find Yourself? In Word & Worship, or Wrestling & Warfare?
The life of a believer is an great one, but at times perplexing one.
Many tend to believe that a believer's life will be one free of trials, hardships, and pain. But life has taught us that that's a fallacy!
Others believe that life will be filled with only good things. Things such as favor, abundance, and increase! Unfortunately, that too is untrue.
The truth is, the life of a believer vacillates between those 2 areas as well as and many others.
The question today is one that many ponder and worry about on a regular basis. Am I studying the Word enough? Do I spend enough time in Worship? Why am I always seemingly in Warfare? OR Why does it seem that I'm always Wrestling, like Jacob, for my blessing?
The question is not a WHY ME question, but rather a WHY NOT ME question!
Jesus was challenged in many of the same areas; therefore we should also expect to be. We tend to forget the he was God, but he wrapped himself in flesh. No, he didn't succumb to sin. But he was tempted, as we are, and had challenges during his JOURNEY, on earth, in route to his heavenly DESTINATION.
Heb 4:15* For we have not an high priest which cannot be touched with the feeling of our infirmities; but was in all points tempted like as we are, yet without sin.
So do your best to Worship and stay in Word! But know that much like an athlete developing muscle, know that God grants us moments of strength to get you over moments of Wrestling, Warfare and even Weakness!
I must also say that YOU WILL fall sometimes but get back up and continue the journey. When you do, start the progression all over again; Word, Worship, or Worship and Word!
Ro 3:23* For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;
Pr 24:16* For a just man falleth seven times, and riseth up again...
1Jo 1:9* If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
Know this, our walk with God is about the JOURNEY, as much as it is about the DESTINATION!
I'm praying for you and I hope you're praying for me as well!
Many tend to believe that a believer's life will be one free of trials, hardships, and pain. But life has taught us that that's a fallacy!
Others believe that life will be filled with only good things. Things such as favor, abundance, and increase! Unfortunately, that too is untrue.
The truth is, the life of a believer vacillates between those 2 areas as well as and many others.
The question today is one that many ponder and worry about on a regular basis. Am I studying the Word enough? Do I spend enough time in Worship? Why am I always seemingly in Warfare? OR Why does it seem that I'm always Wrestling, like Jacob, for my blessing?
The question is not a WHY ME question, but rather a WHY NOT ME question!
Jesus was challenged in many of the same areas; therefore we should also expect to be. We tend to forget the he was God, but he wrapped himself in flesh. No, he didn't succumb to sin. But he was tempted, as we are, and had challenges during his JOURNEY, on earth, in route to his heavenly DESTINATION.
Heb 4:15* For we have not an high priest which cannot be touched with the feeling of our infirmities; but was in all points tempted like as we are, yet without sin.
So do your best to Worship and stay in Word! But know that much like an athlete developing muscle, know that God grants us moments of strength to get you over moments of Wrestling, Warfare and even Weakness!
I must also say that YOU WILL fall sometimes but get back up and continue the journey. When you do, start the progression all over again; Word, Worship, or Worship and Word!
Ro 3:23* For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;
Pr 24:16* For a just man falleth seven times, and riseth up again...
1Jo 1:9* If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
Know this, our walk with God is about the JOURNEY, as much as it is about the DESTINATION!
I'm praying for you and I hope you're praying for me as well!
Saturday, April 11, 2009
He Got Up...With All Power!
The Late Powerful House Preacher Bishop Gilbert E. Patterson Preaching under the anointing Power of the Holy Ghost...He Got Up With All Power!
Friday, April 10, 2009
Why Did Jesus Fold The Napkin
As we commemorate the Death, Burial and Resurrection of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ I would like to share with you something to reflect back on...
Why Did Jesus Fold the Napkin?
This is one I can honestly say I have never seen circulating in the
emails so; if it touches you, you may want to forward it.
Why did Jesus fold the linen burial cloth after His resurrection? I
never noticed this....
The Gospel of John (20:7) tells us that the napkin, which was placed
over the face of Jesus, was not just thrown aside like the grave
clothes.
The Bible takes an entire verse to tell us that the napkin was neatly
folded, and was placed separate from the grave clothes.
Early Sunday morning, while it was still dark, Mary Magdalene came to
the tomb and found that the stone had been rolled away from the
entrance.
She ran and found Simon Peter and the other disciple, the one whom
Jesus loved. She said, 'They have taken the Lord's body out of the
tomb, and I don't know where they have put him!'
Peter and the other disciple ran to the tomb to see. The other
disciple outran Peter and got there first. He stooped and looked in
and saw the linen cloth lying there, but he didn't go in.
Then Simon Peter arrived and went inside. He also noticed the linen
wrappings lying there, while the cloth that had covered Jesus' head was
folded up and lying to the side.
Was that important? Absolutely!
Is it really significant? Yes!
In order to understand the significance of the folded napkin, you have
to understand a little bit about Hebrew tradition of that day. The
folded napkin had to do with the Master and Servant, and every Jewish
boy knew this tradition.
When the servant set the dinner table for the master, he made sure
that it was exactly the way the master wanted it.
The table was furnished perfectly, and then the servant would wait,
just out of sight, until the master had finished eating, and the
servant would not dare touch that table, until the master was
finished.
Now if the master were done eating, he would rise from the table, wipe
his fingers, his mouth, and clean his beard, and would wad up that
napkin and toss it onto the table.
The servant would then know to clear the table. For in those days, the
wadded napkin meant, 'I'm done'.
But if the master got up from the table, and folded his napkin, and
laid it beside his plate, the servant would not dare touch the table,
because..........
The folded napkin meant, 'I'm coming back!'
He is Coming Back!
Why Did Jesus Fold the Napkin?
This is one I can honestly say I have never seen circulating in the
emails so; if it touches you, you may want to forward it.
Why did Jesus fold the linen burial cloth after His resurrection? I
never noticed this....
The Gospel of John (20:7) tells us that the napkin, which was placed
over the face of Jesus, was not just thrown aside like the grave
clothes.
The Bible takes an entire verse to tell us that the napkin was neatly
folded, and was placed separate from the grave clothes.
Early Sunday morning, while it was still dark, Mary Magdalene came to
the tomb and found that the stone had been rolled away from the
entrance.
She ran and found Simon Peter and the other disciple, the one whom
Jesus loved. She said, 'They have taken the Lord's body out of the
tomb, and I don't know where they have put him!'
Peter and the other disciple ran to the tomb to see. The other
disciple outran Peter and got there first. He stooped and looked in
and saw the linen cloth lying there, but he didn't go in.
Then Simon Peter arrived and went inside. He also noticed the linen
wrappings lying there, while the cloth that had covered Jesus' head was
folded up and lying to the side.
Was that important? Absolutely!
Is it really significant? Yes!
In order to understand the significance of the folded napkin, you have
to understand a little bit about Hebrew tradition of that day. The
folded napkin had to do with the Master and Servant, and every Jewish
boy knew this tradition.
When the servant set the dinner table for the master, he made sure
that it was exactly the way the master wanted it.
The table was furnished perfectly, and then the servant would wait,
just out of sight, until the master had finished eating, and the
servant would not dare touch that table, until the master was
finished.
Now if the master were done eating, he would rise from the table, wipe
his fingers, his mouth, and clean his beard, and would wad up that
napkin and toss it onto the table.
The servant would then know to clear the table. For in those days, the
wadded napkin meant, 'I'm done'.
But if the master got up from the table, and folded his napkin, and
laid it beside his plate, the servant would not dare touch the table,
because..........
The folded napkin meant, 'I'm coming back!'
He is Coming Back!
25 Random Things About Me
1. My Parents name me Timothy because one of the Mother(s) of the church gave them a word from the Lord while my mother was caring me that I would be a boy born to do great things for God. So they did as told!
2. I'm not a only child I have 4 sisters, and 2 brothers, I am the 6 child. And no they are not short like me matter of fact both of my brother are 6Ft4.
3. I did think I was adopted tho LOL because of my height until God sent one of the saints my parents knew from another local church and she made mention to me that she remember my mom caring me while pregnant..."Oh what a release she was" lol
4. The Detroit Public School System didn't think when I first attended elementary school that I could handle it...But the devil was and still is a crazy demon from the pit of hell...My Parents and the School Principle fought on my behalf and you know the result...And The Decision was unanimous in my favor! I ended up going through Elementary, Jr. High and High School.
5. When I saw that everybody was out growing me in height I wonder what was going on, I mean I ate the proper meals lol took my vitamins...Then I remember asking my father why was everyone getting taller than me...And One day he met me at school on the playground and explain things to me. And as having a Saved Father he instilled in me values that has made me part of who I am today.By tell me that I could do all things, be all things, through Christ which strentghten me.
6. Growing up as a child I love basketball just like I still do today. And I remember oh so well I would go play basketball with my brothers and friends and I could never get the chance to throw the ball in because all it took was one person to just stand in front of me and just stand there because their height always block my shot... And one day my father can on the court and told everyone in fairness to me if I was able to get the ball... for everyone just to let me throw it to the rim without being blocked by them lol and they did.
7. I soon want to write a book on my Life story...Entitle "Everything You Wanted To Know, And Had The Nerves To Ask! LOL....Trust Me, I've Been Asked Everything You Could Imagine And Some!
8. At the age of 12, I was Baptized and Received the Holy Ghost according to Acts 2:38
9. Many People say they loved the Lord often times because it's a catches Church Phase but I will do Love him more than word can express...You ask why is that! Back in my early youth while I was growing up I feared discrimination again me because of my stature and thought I would face it throughout my life, I would cry to myself... and one day in prayer the Lord spoke to me so clear and told me Tim "If you serve me, Nothing You Need Will Beheld From You, I mean Nothing, Everything You Need Will Be Given Unto You" And as a living testimony throughout my life all my needs have been and continue to be met. Now their a difference in Needs and Wants...Wants can be a bonus.
10. I remember as a child I would sometimes use my height as a advantage...But not in my household, My parents would tell my siblings now if you know Tim needs assistance in this or that help him out...But if you know he can do it don't and with that principle being applied it made me the independent person that I am.
11. When I was a Young child I would play church so much, I would shout, speak in tongue, preach the whole nine yards and of course got whopping for play church... So when I got serious at the age of 12 and wanted to be saved. It was hard for me to know if I had the Holy Ghost, I felt the power of God... But the saints then would say you beta know for sure you gotta as oppose to get to the judgement seat and be told to depart... So week after week I would go to Prayer and Tarry mtg, Y'all remember them days and I would tarry and tarry for the HG and each time they would say to me Tim you got something you wanna tell us... I would say not tonight cause I didn't know if It was the HG or Me speaking like if how I would play church so finally on March 3, 1970 they ask me again and that night I felt a double portion of the HG and got up and told the saints I GOT IT, I GOT IT... And one of the mothers of the church told me I glad you finally confessed to receiving it because you been had it, We was wonder what was wrong with you...lol, lol, and I love that mother to this day, She went on to say we were about to quick tarrying with you lol lol lol
12. I have had some many spiritual people in my life that I love dearly and miss greatly for their influence and their love toward me...that has made me the person I am today. To many to name Lord know I love them and to those that God has called from labor to reward and those that are still amongst us I bless God for you. And if you're reading this it includes you!
13. I was bless to have had the most amazing and wonderful parents this side of heaven, With God and my parents I am who I am today! Take your rest mom and dad...We will meet again to bless God and to Sing His Praises Again!
14. I am a caring person that loves to help people out...
15. Love Music All Day Long
16. Can cook a full course Southern Meal that would have you no doult Speaking In Tongue lol Just look at me and you can tell... Learn It all from my parents...can even bake as well! Again my parents taught me everything they could to be a independent person... and I'm so glad they did!
17. I attended High School with Bishop Charles H. Ellis, III, Ishan Danny Birchett, Pastor Marvin Winans, Carvin Winans, Kenneth Wilson, Dorinda Clark-Cole, all from Mumford High School in Detroit, MI
18. I been employed with The Department of The Treasury/Internal Revenue Service 32yrs to retire this year PTL
19. I am a License Elder in the Ministry
20. I Write, Arrange Music
21. A Friend To Many
22. A Visionary Person
23. Funny with a sense of humour
24. A person that will go the extra mile for you
25. Love Jesus, Love Jesus and Love Me Some Jesus...My Saviour, and My Lord!
2. I'm not a only child I have 4 sisters, and 2 brothers, I am the 6 child. And no they are not short like me matter of fact both of my brother are 6Ft4.
3. I did think I was adopted tho LOL because of my height until God sent one of the saints my parents knew from another local church and she made mention to me that she remember my mom caring me while pregnant..."Oh what a release she was" lol
4. The Detroit Public School System didn't think when I first attended elementary school that I could handle it...But the devil was and still is a crazy demon from the pit of hell...My Parents and the School Principle fought on my behalf and you know the result...And The Decision was unanimous in my favor! I ended up going through Elementary, Jr. High and High School.
5. When I saw that everybody was out growing me in height I wonder what was going on, I mean I ate the proper meals lol took my vitamins...Then I remember asking my father why was everyone getting taller than me...And One day he met me at school on the playground and explain things to me. And as having a Saved Father he instilled in me values that has made me part of who I am today.By tell me that I could do all things, be all things, through Christ which strentghten me.
6. Growing up as a child I love basketball just like I still do today. And I remember oh so well I would go play basketball with my brothers and friends and I could never get the chance to throw the ball in because all it took was one person to just stand in front of me and just stand there because their height always block my shot... And one day my father can on the court and told everyone in fairness to me if I was able to get the ball... for everyone just to let me throw it to the rim without being blocked by them lol and they did.
7. I soon want to write a book on my Life story...Entitle "Everything You Wanted To Know, And Had The Nerves To Ask! LOL....Trust Me, I've Been Asked Everything You Could Imagine And Some!
8. At the age of 12, I was Baptized and Received the Holy Ghost according to Acts 2:38
9. Many People say they loved the Lord often times because it's a catches Church Phase but I will do Love him more than word can express...You ask why is that! Back in my early youth while I was growing up I feared discrimination again me because of my stature and thought I would face it throughout my life, I would cry to myself... and one day in prayer the Lord spoke to me so clear and told me Tim "If you serve me, Nothing You Need Will Beheld From You, I mean Nothing, Everything You Need Will Be Given Unto You" And as a living testimony throughout my life all my needs have been and continue to be met. Now their a difference in Needs and Wants...Wants can be a bonus.
10. I remember as a child I would sometimes use my height as a advantage...But not in my household, My parents would tell my siblings now if you know Tim needs assistance in this or that help him out...But if you know he can do it don't and with that principle being applied it made me the independent person that I am.
11. When I was a Young child I would play church so much, I would shout, speak in tongue, preach the whole nine yards and of course got whopping for play church... So when I got serious at the age of 12 and wanted to be saved. It was hard for me to know if I had the Holy Ghost, I felt the power of God... But the saints then would say you beta know for sure you gotta as oppose to get to the judgement seat and be told to depart... So week after week I would go to Prayer and Tarry mtg, Y'all remember them days and I would tarry and tarry for the HG and each time they would say to me Tim you got something you wanna tell us... I would say not tonight cause I didn't know if It was the HG or Me speaking like if how I would play church so finally on March 3, 1970 they ask me again and that night I felt a double portion of the HG and got up and told the saints I GOT IT, I GOT IT... And one of the mothers of the church told me I glad you finally confessed to receiving it because you been had it, We was wonder what was wrong with you...lol, lol, and I love that mother to this day, She went on to say we were about to quick tarrying with you lol lol lol
12. I have had some many spiritual people in my life that I love dearly and miss greatly for their influence and their love toward me...that has made me the person I am today. To many to name Lord know I love them and to those that God has called from labor to reward and those that are still amongst us I bless God for you. And if you're reading this it includes you!
13. I was bless to have had the most amazing and wonderful parents this side of heaven, With God and my parents I am who I am today! Take your rest mom and dad...We will meet again to bless God and to Sing His Praises Again!
14. I am a caring person that loves to help people out...
15. Love Music All Day Long
16. Can cook a full course Southern Meal that would have you no doult Speaking In Tongue lol Just look at me and you can tell... Learn It all from my parents...can even bake as well! Again my parents taught me everything they could to be a independent person... and I'm so glad they did!
17. I attended High School with Bishop Charles H. Ellis, III, Ishan Danny Birchett, Pastor Marvin Winans, Carvin Winans, Kenneth Wilson, Dorinda Clark-Cole, all from Mumford High School in Detroit, MI
18. I been employed with The Department of The Treasury/Internal Revenue Service 32yrs to retire this year PTL
19. I am a License Elder in the Ministry
20. I Write, Arrange Music
21. A Friend To Many
22. A Visionary Person
23. Funny with a sense of humour
24. A person that will go the extra mile for you
25. Love Jesus, Love Jesus and Love Me Some Jesus...My Saviour, and My Lord!
Be Healed, Be Delivered and Be Set Free
Greetings Family and Friends, This morning the Lord would have me to encourage the body of Christ to be healed,delivered and set free from the enemy camp for the devil himself have only come to steel, kill and destroy the people of God. But I want to encourage you that you have a greater weapon against the Devil and that weapon is the Power he has given up and that is Prayer.
The Lord gave me a message a few years back entitle "The Power of Prayer" taken from 2 Chronicle 7:14 If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then will I hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and will heal their land. (NIV)
And my Sub Topic was "If" Meaning if we want the Lord's attention their are conditions that we must adhere to and go by....Let's not have a shadow prayer life but a life with the power he has given us to call them things as they be. Walking in the authority he has given us to walk in good health, to be above and not beneath...
So against I encourage you to be strong in the Lord and in the power of his mite...Pray earnestly contending for the faith believing your Healing is on the way...Your Deliverance is at your front door of your life, Your breakthrough is in your Praise... When we do the things as perscribe by 2 Chronicle 7:14 then we will reap the benefits of hearing from heaven.... Those of you that might be unemployed Praise God because even in this economy times across our nation, Our God is still in control and always has and always will have the last say...But Pray and Trust Him! Those of you that might be sick in your body God took on the stripes so that we might be healed...Hold fast and Hold on to your faith...God can't lie he just can't and he won't!
So earnestly seek the Lord in prayer and begin to bless him for the things he has done in past and the greater things he going to do in your life, Oh bless the name of our God!
In closing I'm encouraging for us all to Pray more and contend for the Faith.... Prayer and Praise is the key and submitting to the will of the Lord...
Because of his Unmerited Favor, I Humbly Remain!
Elder Timothy Gaines
The Lord gave me a message a few years back entitle "The Power of Prayer" taken from 2 Chronicle 7:14 If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then will I hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and will heal their land. (NIV)
And my Sub Topic was "If" Meaning if we want the Lord's attention their are conditions that we must adhere to and go by....Let's not have a shadow prayer life but a life with the power he has given us to call them things as they be. Walking in the authority he has given us to walk in good health, to be above and not beneath...
So against I encourage you to be strong in the Lord and in the power of his mite...Pray earnestly contending for the faith believing your Healing is on the way...Your Deliverance is at your front door of your life, Your breakthrough is in your Praise... When we do the things as perscribe by 2 Chronicle 7:14 then we will reap the benefits of hearing from heaven.... Those of you that might be unemployed Praise God because even in this economy times across our nation, Our God is still in control and always has and always will have the last say...But Pray and Trust Him! Those of you that might be sick in your body God took on the stripes so that we might be healed...Hold fast and Hold on to your faith...God can't lie he just can't and he won't!
So earnestly seek the Lord in prayer and begin to bless him for the things he has done in past and the greater things he going to do in your life, Oh bless the name of our God!
In closing I'm encouraging for us all to Pray more and contend for the Faith.... Prayer and Praise is the key and submitting to the will of the Lord...
Because of his Unmerited Favor, I Humbly Remain!
Elder Timothy Gaines
Evangelist Avis Smaw (From Labor To Reward)
Just a few days ago I temporary lost a Friend that was true to the Faith Of God,Who was anointed to do what God called and ordained her to do...One who could preach down heaven and had the ability to put a choir together that would sing forth the Praises of God, Who also had the ability to write and arrange music to the glory of God... Well the Lord called my sister from Labor To Reward and it's only temporary before we are all join back together to Sing,Worship and Praise The Name of our God together in Heaven.
My sister take your rest, Your crown awaits you in Glory for a job well done, I will miss you but as stated it's only temporary before the Trumpet Sounds and we will be back together in fellowship again in the presence of the Lord!
Enjoy This Presentation of the Homegoing Celebration of Evangelist Avis Smaw....
My sister take your rest, Your crown awaits you in Glory for a job well done, I will miss you but as stated it's only temporary before the Trumpet Sounds and we will be back together in fellowship again in the presence of the Lord!
Enjoy This Presentation of the Homegoing Celebration of Evangelist Avis Smaw....
How Sacred Is the Pulpit?
"How sacred is the pulpit now days? Meaning conduct, lifestyle, character and the spiritual deportment of pastors, preachers, choir members, praise team, leaders, musicians - everything behind the sacred desk. For example how in the old testament the priest could only go in for our sins once a year and if they weren't living right. They did not come out alive and had to pull the strings to pull the dead priest out. The old church was a very serious place, consecrated to God. Now, as long as we are entertained, or people have gift and talents who cares what life they live..."
Answer the following questions:
1. Has gift/talent/anointing been exalted above character?
2. Do Christian leaders have a responsibility to live a life that is above reproach?
3. Should leaders be held accountable for sexual sins and moral failures? If so how?
4. Does Christian TV (TBN, Daystar, etc) have a responsibility to take a stand/position when popular ministers are involved in scandal?
5. What do you think about throwing money at a minister's feet while ministering? Is this practice biblical?
6. Should people whose lifestyles appear to be obviously inconsistent with biblical positions be allowed to minister just because of their gifting?
7. In these days of anything goes lifestyles, should most men in ministry over the age of 30 be married? Why?
8. In many black churches ministries are held hostage by mercenary musicians who don't join the ministry, play/teach/direct/sing, routinely leave out during the message, then return just in time for the climax and altar call. Is the pastor responsible for their soul?
9. Theatrics and the playing of spooky dramatic music seems to be replacing flat-footed teaching and preaching. Is this okay to you?
10. Does materialism and desire for wealth and possessions affect a leaders ability to stay focused?
11. Why are so many pastors falling into sin? Is it okay because they're only human?
12. Are people manipulated by leaders when their spiritual, financial, material, medical, or emotional deliverance is attached to giving?
13. Do we live in an era of "Do as I say and not as I do?" Christianity?
Feel Free To respond to this is you so desire to, Your comments are always welcome here on my blog!
Answer the following questions:
1. Has gift/talent/anointing been exalted above character?
2. Do Christian leaders have a responsibility to live a life that is above reproach?
3. Should leaders be held accountable for sexual sins and moral failures? If so how?
4. Does Christian TV (TBN, Daystar, etc) have a responsibility to take a stand/position when popular ministers are involved in scandal?
5. What do you think about throwing money at a minister's feet while ministering? Is this practice biblical?
6. Should people whose lifestyles appear to be obviously inconsistent with biblical positions be allowed to minister just because of their gifting?
7. In these days of anything goes lifestyles, should most men in ministry over the age of 30 be married? Why?
8. In many black churches ministries are held hostage by mercenary musicians who don't join the ministry, play/teach/direct/sing, routinely leave out during the message, then return just in time for the climax and altar call. Is the pastor responsible for their soul?
9. Theatrics and the playing of spooky dramatic music seems to be replacing flat-footed teaching and preaching. Is this okay to you?
10. Does materialism and desire for wealth and possessions affect a leaders ability to stay focused?
11. Why are so many pastors falling into sin? Is it okay because they're only human?
12. Are people manipulated by leaders when their spiritual, financial, material, medical, or emotional deliverance is attached to giving?
13. Do we live in an era of "Do as I say and not as I do?" Christianity?
Feel Free To respond to this is you so desire to, Your comments are always welcome here on my blog!
Monday, January 26, 2009
Hold On
This is a song the Lord bless me to compose and arrange, A song to admonish the people of God to hold on to that which God has Promise You! Enjoy and be bless with favor from God.
Thursday, January 22, 2009
President Barack H. Obama Inauguration of Events
President Barack H. Obama The 44th President of The United States of America and the 1st African American President
The Dream Realized January 20, 2009 Will Go Down as a Historical Day. It mark a day long to be remember, A day that our fore fathers fought so hard to see...I am blessed to have seen this day in celebration for my Grand Parents, Mother and Father!
Special Thanks Goes To Bishop Charles H. Ellis, III Pastor of Greater Grace Temple (The City of David) Detroit, Michigan and Sister Jacqueline Murray of Detroit, Michigan for sharing their Photo's with me for this Special Presentation.
The Dream Realized January 20, 2009 Will Go Down as a Historical Day. It mark a day long to be remember, A day that our fore fathers fought so hard to see...I am blessed to have seen this day in celebration for my Grand Parents, Mother and Father!
Special Thanks Goes To Bishop Charles H. Ellis, III Pastor of Greater Grace Temple (The City of David) Detroit, Michigan and Sister Jacqueline Murray of Detroit, Michigan for sharing their Photo's with me for this Special Presentation.
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
History In The Making
As I awaking from my slumber in great anticipation on Tuesday Morning January 20, 2009 on a day that would become symbolic for years to come as History was in the making, The Long Awaited Vision for the African America Heritage I was with mix emotion. I was so excited that the Lord allowed me the opportunity to see this day a day in which I wish my beloved Parents could have seen, A day that Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Visualize and Prophesized it so to be. A day that countless others gave their lives that one day we would all come together as one and celebrate as a nation., The 1st Inauguration of an African American President.
Oh how well as a young lad I remember my parents and countless others telling me the things that they had to endure as Black African American’s and their struggles in life to survive so that today we could all have the freedom we have today.
As I mention earlier I arose early turned on the Television, My laptop computer because I didn’t want to miss anything symbolic with this moment in time. The media really covered it oh so well to the point I almost felt like I was actually there in the crowd only part I was warm as people in attendance at the Nation Capital no doubt was freezing cold on the outside of their body and warm within from excitement of this day made in history. I mean I was glued all day long only to take a break for a hour only because the media took a break to only continue the coverage of the evening segment of Inaugural Events… I watched past midnight and that’s because I was tried in every sense of the word.
In my summation of this Historic Event I close Congratulating President Barack Obama to the Highest Office in the US. I pray the blessings and favor of God upon you and your entire administration, I pray God protection over you and your Wife Michele Obama and children, I pray that the Lord gives you Wisdom, Knowledge and Understanding as you lead this country during your term in office, And that the Lord cancel every assignment that the enemy try to bring against you. I pray that we as a people especially those who are called by God to stand in the gap of prayer on your behalf. For it is in Him (Jesus) we live, move and have our being!
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
One On One With Darrell Cannon of DLC Collection
Greetings to all of my blog readers and supporters, I would like to say Happy New Year to you and your family.
For this blog I thought I would write something a little different from the norm... This blog will focus on a young man brought up in the church and has per sued a career in Modeling and Fashions and is the Developer of DLC Collection.
Timothy Gaines: Greetings and blessings to you my brother in Christ, How are you doing?
Darrell Cannon: I am Blessed!!! Just enjoying Life.
Tim: I’m excited about this interview to share with Family and Friends from across this country on My Blog Spot, The reason I’m excited is because you are a saved young man living a life exclusive for the Lord. To get us started why don’t you share a little something about yourself, Things that you would like for all of the readers and supporter to know about you?
Darrell: OK..I was raised in Ypsilanti Michigan. I am the oldest of four children. I am currently working on my modeling career. I have been modeling since I was 8 years old. This career has been pass through three generations of my family. I am a man who know his purpose.
Tim: Since this is primarily a Christian base group of reader, Tell us what’s your Church affiliation, And some of the things you participate in under that ministry.
Darrell: I am a Disciple at Great Faith Ministries International in Detroit Michigan under the Leadership of Bishop Wayne T. & Dr. Beverly Jackson. I am very active in the ministry. I sing on the Praise & Worship Team, help assist on the Administration Staff, Shepherds Day Team and so much more.
Tim: Tell me this Darrell isn’t your parents real active in the Ministry and have been for some time now? And what are their rolls in the Ministry?
Darrell: My parents (Elder Broderick & Evangelist Doris Cannon) have been very active in ministry for over 30 years now. They have a blog talk radio ministry. My Father is an awesome teacher and a Student of the Word of God.. My mother is a Evangelist and Prophetess. So as you can see I am a PK.
Tim: Are you the only child or do you have other siblings?
Darrell:Yes I have 2 brother and one sister.
Tim: So Darrell moving right along, Tell us how did you get in the industry of Fashion?
Darrell: Like any other young person, I like clothes and shoes...lol. I would go out shopping looking for things to wear, I was never satisfied with the things I saw. So I begin to get ideas in my mind and I began to draw them out on paper. So most of my suits and cuff-links are custom made.
Tim: Have you always wanted to be a Model from childhood? Or was this something you consider after becoming an adult?
Darrell: Well Tim, I always knew as a child that greatness was inside of me. I wanted to be a Lawyer because I like to research things and I like to argue..LOL. Alot of people would tell me that I would make a good model. So in 2000 I had decided to try to pursue a modeling career. It was very hard because I had so many negative people around me. I would go to audition and would not get pick so that brought on a spirit of rejection. So for a couple of years, I decided not to pursue being a model. In 2006, I was preparing for my 25Th Birthday Party. I had decided to take some pictures for the party.. I met a photographer by the name of Jeffery Cross and he really encourage me to pursue a modeling career again. So I did 3 photo shoot with him. After taking those pictures, for six months I didn't do anything with them. One Sunday morning in November of 2007, I was sitting in church and My Pastor was speaking the the congregation and he said that 2008 was the year of Manifestation. I knew that word was for me. So a friend of mines told me about a website that helps models network with people in the industry. Since January 2007 until now, God has allow me to do two T.V commercial, numerous fashion shows and photo shoot in the Metro Detroit Area.
Tim: What were your parents thought about it when you approach them with the idea of being a Model?
Darrell: When I went to my parents and told them about this, they were very excited about it. They are very supportive of my career. They come to all of my shows and sit in the front row.
Tim: What about your Pastor?
Darrell: Bishop is one of the reason why I dress the way I do. The Bishop can dress..LOL.Bishop and Dr. Beverly are very supportive. I am always giving them update and they keep me in prayer. "They teach us at Great Faith to seek God concerning the plan and purpose that he has for our lives."
Tim: The reason I asked that question is because when I was a kid coming up in holiness, The Parents and the Pastor only gave you limited things to choose, What you could or what they would allow you to become in society?
Darrell: I believe that our Parents and Pastors have our best interest at heart. I live a very shelter life and there was things I could and could not do. The scriptures says to "Train up a child in the way he should go and when he is old he will not depart from it" Even when I got older and tried to do my own thang, God always pulled me back to him. My Parents and Pastors understood that in order for me to become the Man, I have to experience different things.
Tim: OK Darrell outside of Fashion what are other things that interest you?
Darrell: I love to Roller Skate, cooking, traveling, music and spending time with my family. By me being very active in the church, I like to bring new ideas that can help our ministry grow and to give back to the community.
Tim: So with DLC Collections what is your optimist goal to accomplish?
Darrell: I believe that this business will be a blessing to so many people. DLC collections will consit of different things, Fashion Designers, wardrobe stylists, photographers, makeup artists and hair stylist. In this industry, they are so many young men and women that are dealing with low-self esteem concerning the way they look. My goal is to help many young men and women see the beauty that God is place inside of them and for the to know that you can make in this industry with compromising to get what you want. I would like to start a Christian Base entertainment agency to help get jobs in the entertainment world.
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Tim: If someone wanted to become a part of DLC Collection, What are the requirement or is it a closed but selective Group?
Darrell: If you are very serious about getting into the fashion industry, you can email me at officiallydarrell@yahoo.com. This group is more for the Metro Detroit Area for now. We will go global soon.
Tim: Well Derrell I really would like to thank you for sharing with my reading and viewable blog fan base and I pray Blessings and most success to you as you live a saved life showing young people that they can pursue their vision’s and dreams and yet remain faithful to God.
Tim: So if there anything further you would like to tell my viewing audience that I may not have asks you, If so feel free to express and inform me. You know I pressing on the upward way, I’ll say like one of my beloved mentor’s and pastor would say I’ll Youthful and Dynamic lol
Darrell: Thank you Tim for taking time out to let me share with the world that Gift that God has place inside of me. For those who reading this article all I can say is, "If you Delight yourself in the Lord, He will give you the desire of you heart". God Bless!!
Tim: You're quite welcome my brother, I'm delighted that you allowed me the opportunity to talk with you and for you to share with my viewing audience of things that Young People are doing and yet living a wholesome saved life. I pray for much success in all you do and that Lord grant you favor!
Because Of His Unmerited Favor, I Humbly Remain!
Elder Timothy Gaines
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