God's Minute - July

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Just a closer walk with thee! How sweet the words when
we walk with Jesus After all.......

What does the Lord require of you but
to do justly, to love mercy, and to walk
humbly with your God?
( Micah 6:8 *NKJV )

For; Then your light shall break forth like
the morning, Your healing shall spring forth
speedily, and Your righteousness shall go
before you; The glory of the Lord shall be your
rear guard. Then you shall call, and the Lord
will answer; you shall cry, and He will say,
'Here I am.' ( Isaiah 58:8-9 )

After all God has promised that; He will not leave
you nor forsake you. ( Deuteronomy 31:6 )
So why not begin your day with a closer walk with Jesus.
In fact, today why not take a.......

Morning Walk

Amidst the dew of early dawn,
I took a morning walk.
And along with me, I took a Friend,
For I felt a need to talk.
I unburdened both my heart and soul,
And spoke many things:
Of plans gone wrong, of failure's pain,
And how to live with shattered dreams.
My Friend just listened quietly,
And uttered not a word.
For it was His time to listen,
And my time to be heard.
His sympathetic ear brought peace,
As we walked this earthly sod.
And I learned to trust life again,
On my morning walk with God.
Poet, Barbara Cagle Ray

All My Love & Prayers,
Pastor Allen

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You, O Lord, keep my lamp burning; my
God turns my darkness into light.
( Psalms 18:28 *NIV )


When you find yourself in darkness, or in others words, when
you find yourself surrounded by troubles, you can always count
on God to light a pathway through them. For; The Lord is
good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for
those who trust in him. ( Nahum 1:7 )

King David wrote; For, Though I walk in the midst
of trouble, you preserve my life; you stretch out
your hand against the anger of my foes, with
your right hand you save me. ( Psalms 138:7 )
For; I lift up my eyes to the hills, where does my
help come from? My help comes from the Lord,
the Maker of heaven and earth. ( Psalms 121:1-2 )

Therefore if you are experiencing troubles or worries in
your life right now; Cast all your anxiety on him
because he cares for you. ( 1 Peter 5:7 ),
and it is through prayer that you may cast your troubles
and worries on Him! For after all; The Lord is near to
all who call on Him, to all who call on Him in truth.
He fulfills the desires of those who fear Him; He
hears their cry and saves them. Amen.
( Psalms 145:18 )

All My Love & Prayers,
Pastor Allen

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For it is written: 'He shall give His angels
charge over you, To keep you,' and, 'In
their hands they shall bear you up, Lest
you dash your foot against a stone.'"
( Luke 4:10-11 *NKJV )


One of the duties of an angel is to watch over the
children of God. For, Are they not all ministering
spirits sent forth to minister for those who
will inherit salvation? ( Hebrews 1:14 )

Although it is not written that one angel is assigned to
each of us, it is clear that our Heavenly Father sends us
an angel when we need one! For it is written; For He
shall give His angels charge over you, to keep
you in all your ways. ( Psalms 91:11 )

So with that kind of help; Do not worry
about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about
itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.
( Matthew 6:34 )

Also why fear things that haven't happened yet? For,
"Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you."
So we say with confidence, "The Lord is my
helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to
me?" ( Hebrews 13:5-6 )

Most of all, why doubt that God hears your prayers, and
will answer them. For this is clearly another example of how
very much God loves each and every one of His children, and
how well He cares for them as well! Amen.

Have a wonderful weekend and may; The
peace of God, which transcends all understanding,
will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ
Jesus. ( Philippians 4:7 )

All My Love & Prayers,
Pastor Allen

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God has made me laugh, and all who
hear will laugh with me.
( Genesis 21:6 *NKJV )

It is said that laughter is the best medicine. So today
we shall share a laugh or two, for after all, our Heavenly Father
has a sense of humor and; He who sits in the Heavens
shall laugh. ( Psalms 2:4 )

So sit back, relax, and enjoy some of the Bloopers actually
found in Church Bulletins!

*The outreach committee has enlisted 25 visitors to
make calls on people who are not afflicted with
any church.

*The Ladies Bible Study will be held Thursday
morning at 10. All ladies are invited to lunch in the
Fellowship Hall after the B.S. is done.

*Evening massage - 6 p.m.

*The Pastor would appreciate it if the ladies of the
congregation would lend him their electric girdles for
the pancake breakfast next Sunday morning.

*The audience is asked to remain seated until the end
of the recession.

*Ushers will eat latecomers

*For those of you who have children and don't know it,
we have a nursery downstairs.

*The Rev. Meriwether spoke briefly, much to the
delight of the audience.

*Due to the Rector's illness, Wednesday's healing
services will be discontinued until further notice.

*Next Sunday Mrs. Vinson will be soloist for the
morning service. The pastor will then speak on "It's a
Terrible Experience."

*Remember in prayer the many who are sick of our
church and community.

*Today's Sermon: HOW MUCH CAN A MAN DRINK?
With hymns from a full choir.

*Potluck supper: prayer and medication to follow.

*Don't let worry kill you off - let the church help.

*The 2003 Spring Council Retreat will be hell on May 10th
and 11th.

*Pastor is on vacation. Massages can be given to
church secretary.

*8 new choir robes are currently needed due to the addition
of several new members and to the deterioration of some
older ones.

*The pastor will preach his farewell message, after which
the choir will sing, "Break Forth Into Joy."

*The third verse of Blessed Assurance will be sung
without musical accomplishment.
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Now I hope that you have enjoyed these as much as
I did! Therefore may you have a" joyful" weekend, and may if
be filled with laughter as well. After all, it is said, smile and the
World smiles with you, frown and you frown alone. Amen.

All My Love & Prayers,
Pastor Allen

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Be imitators of God, therefore, as dearly
loved children and live a life of love,
just as Christ loved us and gave himself
up for us as a fragrant offering and
sacrifice to God.
( Ephesians 5:1-2 *NIV )


Just as children imitate their parents, we are
to imitate Christ! For because of His great love for us,
He became a sacrifice for our sins so that we might have
Eternal life. Therefore, I urge you, brothers,
in view of God's mercy, to offer your bodies as
living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God, this
is your spiritual act of worship. ( Romans 12:1 )

Now it is written; Ascribe to the Lord the glory due
his name; ( Psalms 29:2 ) Therefore we should;
Worship the Lord with gladness; come before
him with joyful songs. Know that the Lord is God
It is He who made us, and we are His; we are His
people, the sheep of His pasture.
( Psalms 100:2-3 )

Now; May the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ,
and the love of God, and the fellowship of the
Holy Spirit be with you all. Amen.
( 2 Corinthians 13:14 )

All My Love & Prayers,
Pastor Allen

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He who heeds the word wisely will
find good, and whoever trusts in
the Lord, happy is he.
( Proverbs 16:20 *NKJV )


Do not let the enemy still your joy and leave you downcast!
Instead enjoy what God has given you, for; Happy are
the people who are in such a state; Happy
are the people whose God is the Lord!
( Psalms 144:15 )

Now when we have negative thoughts it draws
negative results into our lives. Likewise, when we think
positive thoughts we draw positive results in as well!

After all when we are downcast it brings on depression,
worry and anxiety. All of those things are known to cause
health problems. So always think positive for; A merry
heart does good, like medicine, but a
broken spirit dries the bones.
( Proverbs 17:22 )

Now I know that, Many are the afflictions of
the righteous, but the Lord delivers him
out of them all. ( Psalms 34:19 )
So again, do not let the enemy steal your joy each day. For
you know that; Your adversary the devil
walks about like a roaring lion, seeking
whom he may devour. ( 1 Peter 5:8 )

So , enjoy what God has planned for you,
and show that pretty smile of yours. For when you smile
it shows God's joy within you! Amen.

All My Love & Prayers,
Pastor Allen

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This is the day the Lord has made;
We will rejoice and be glad in it.
( Psalms 118:24 *NKJV )


We all have days when the last thing we want to do is rejoice.
Days when our situation is out of control, are mood is low, and
we are feeling overwhelmed with worry, guilt, doubt, fear or grief.

when you feel that way why not tell God just how
you feel. Ask Him to help you regain your joy again, and know
in your heart that He will help you. For we have this promise
from God; "I will never leave you nor forsake
you." So we may boldly say: "The Lord is my
helper; I will not fear. What can man do to me?"
( Hebrews 13:5 )

The Bible also tells us that our suffering from all these things is
part of our experience as a Christian. For it is written; My brethren,
take the prophets, who spoke in the name of the
Lord, as an example of suffering and patience.
Indeed we count them blessed who endure.
( James 5:10-11 )

However; When you do good and suffer, if you
take it patiently, this is commendable before
God. For to this you were called, because
Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an
example, that you should follow His steps:
( 1 Peter 2:20-21 ) So, Rejoice that you
participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that
you may be overjoyed when his glory is
revealed. ( 1 Peter 4:13 )

Finally , remember that tough times never last, but
tough people do! Therefore; Rejoice in the Lord
always. Again I will say, rejoice! Amen.
( Philippians 4:4 )

All My Love & Prayers,
Pastor Allen

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HOW PRICELESS IS YOUR UNFAILING LOVE! BOTH HIGH
AND LOW AMONG MEN FIND REFUGE IN THE SHADOW
OF YOUR WINGS.
( PSALM 36:7 *NIV )

You, my friend, are very important to God! He loves you
more than written words can say. So today I will share a
poem that I received from one of our members, for it states
it much better than I. It is titled:

The U in JesUs

Before U were thought of or time had begun,
God even stuck U in the name of His Son.
And each time U pray, you'll see it's true
You can't spell out JesUs and not include U.
You're a pretty big part of His wonderful name,
For U, He was born; that's why He came.
And His great love for U is the reason He died.
It even takes U to spell crUcified.
Isn't it thrilling and splendidly grand,
He rose from the dead, with U in His plan?

The stones split away, the gold trUmpet blew,
and this word resUrrection is spelled with a U.
When JesUs left earth at His Upward ascension,
He felt there was one thing He just had to mention.
"Go into the world and tell them it's true,
That I love them all - Just like I love U."
So many great people are spelled with a U,
Don't they have a right to know JesUs too?
It all depends now on what U will do,
He'd like them to know, But it all starts with U.
--- Author Unknown

Therefore, why not tell others about His Great
Love, and share with them all He has done for "U" as well.
For: I TELL YOU THERE WILL BE MORE REJOICING IN
HEAVEN OVER ONE SINNER WHO REPENTS THEN
OVER NINETY-NINE RIGHTEOUS PERSONS WHO DO
NOT NEED TO REPENT. Amen. ( LUKE 15:7 )

All My Love & Prayers,
Pastor Allen

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YOU, O LORD, KEEP MY LAMP BURNING; MY GOD TURNS
MY DARKNESS INTO LIGHT.
( PSALM 18:28 *NIV )


When you find yourself in darkness, or in others words, when
you find yourself surrounded by troubles, you can always count
on God to light a pathway through them. For, THE LORD IS
GOOD, A REFUGE IN TIMES OF TROUBLE. HE CARES FOR
THOSE WHO TRUST HIM. ( NAHUM 1:7 )

King David wrote; THOUGH I WALK IN THE MIDST OF
TROUBLE, YOU PRESERVE MY LIFE; YOU STRETCH OUT
YOUR HAND AGAINST THE ANGER OF MY FOES, WITH
YOUR RIGHT HAND YOU SAVE ME. ( PSALM 138:7 ) For,
I LIFT UP MY EYES TO THE HILLS-WHERE DOES MY HELP
COME FROM? MY HELP COMES FROM THE LORD, THE
MAKER OF HEAVEN AND EARTH! ( PSALM 121:1-2 )

Therefore if you are experiencing troubles or worries in
your life right now, CAST ALL YOUR ANXIETY ON HIM
BECAUSE HE CARES FOR YOU. ( 1 PETER 5:7 ), and it is
through prayer that you may cast your troubles and worries
on Him! For after all; THE LORD IS NEAR TO ALL WHO CALL
ON HIM IN TRUTH. HE HEARS THEIR CRY AND SAVES
THEM. Amen. ( PSALM 145:18 )

All My Love & Prayers,
Pastor Allen

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BUT AS IT IS WRITTEN: EYE HAS NOT SEEN, NOR EAR
HEARD, NOR HAVE ENTERED INTO THE HEART OF MAN
THE THINGS WHICH GOD HAS PREPARED FOR THOSE
WHO LOVE HIM.
( 1 CORINTHIANS 2:9 *NKJV )

No one knows what the future holds for them, but as a
Child of God you may have peace of mind! Our Heavenly
Father has great plans for your future, not only on Earth,
but in Heaven as well! Therefore we have no reason
to fear the future, for with God in charge there is no need
to worry about anything!

Now even though in this life we may suffer heartache and
woe, He is always there to comfort and guide us, and in our
next life, we will live with Him in Paradise forever!

Therefore let us; PRAISE THE LORD! OH, GIVE THANKS
TO THE LORD, FOR HE IS GOOD! FOR HIS MERCY
ENDURES FOREVER. ( PSALM 106:1 ) After all, we cannot
imagine all of the wonderful things that God has planned for
our future, but one thing that we may count on is that the
"Best Is Yet To Come!"

Now have a Wonderful day and may: God's
Great Love, Hope and Faith, fill your heart and mind, AND
MAY THE PEACE OF GOD, WHICH SURPASSES ALL
UNDERSTANDING be with you now and always! Amen!
( PHILIPPIANS 4:7 )

All My Love & Prayers,
Pastor Allen

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THIS IS LOVE: NOT THAT WE LOVED GOD, BUT THAT HE
LOVED US AND SENT HIS SON AS AN ATONING SACRIFICE
FOR OUR SINS. DEAR FRIENDS, SINCE GOD SO LOVED US,
WE ALSO OUGHT TO LOVE ONE ANOTHER.
( 1 JOHN 4:10 *NIV )

In this World today many do not know what true love is. They
confuse it with lust and other Earthly values. After all, true love is
utterly unselfish; it is giving love to another without expecting
anything in return.

The Apostle Paul taught us what real love is when
he wrote; "LOVE IS PATIENT, LOVE IS KIND. IT DOES NOT
ENVY, IT DOES NOT BOAST, IT IS NOT PROUD. IT IS NOT
RUDE, IT IS NOT SELF-SEEKING, IT IS NOT EASILY
ANGERED, IT KEEPS NO RECORD OF WRONGS. LOVE
DOES NOT DELIGHT IN EVIL BUT REJOICES WITH THE
TRUTH. IT ALWAYS PROTECTS, ALWAYS TRUSTS,
ALWAYS HOPES, ALWAYS PERSEVERES."
( 1 CORINTHIANS 13:4-7 )

So as our Savoir Jesus Christ said, "AS THE FATHER
HAS LOVED ME, SO I HAVE LOVED YOU. NOW REMAIN
IN MY LOVE." ( JOHN 15:9 )

Therefore my friend, remember that you are my Valentine!
For it is written; LOVE THE LORD YOUR GOD WITH ALL
YOUR HEART AND WITH ALL YOUR SOUL AND WITH ALL
YOUR STRENGTH AND WITH ALL YOUR MIND; AND,
LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR AS YOURSELF. ( Luke 10:27 )

So have a Wonderful Day and may it be filled
with love, hope and faith! Amen.

All My Love & Prayers,
Pastor Allen

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THE LORD SAID TO NOAH, "GO INTO THE ARK, YOU AND
YOUR WHOLE FAMILY, BECAUSE I HAVE FOUND YOU
RIGHTEOUS IN THIS GENERATION."
( GENESIS 7:1 *NIV )


We all know the story of Noah and the Ark. So today I would
like to share with you a message that I received this week from
one of our Sister's In Christ. It is called;

"Everything I need to know, I learned from Noah's Ark."

ONE: Don't miss the boat.

TWO: Remember that we are all in the same boat.

THREE: Plan ahead. It wasn't raining when Noah built the Ark.

FOUR: Stay fit. When you're 60 years old, someone may ask
you to do something really big.

FIVE: Don't listen to critics; just get on with the job that needs to
be done.

SIX: Build your future on high ground.

SEVEN: For safety's sake, travel in pairs.

EIGHT: Speed isn't always an advantage. The snails were
on board with the cheetahs.

NINE: When you're stressed, float awhile.

TEN: Remember, the Ark was built by amateurs; the Titanic
by professionals.

ELEVEN: No matter the storm, when you are with God, there's
always a rainbow waiting.

There you have it, Lessons from Noah's Ark! Have a
great Weekend and may God Richly Bless You! Amen.

All My Love & Prayers,
Pastor Allen

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FOR THE LORD GIVES WISDOM; FROM HIS MOUTH COMES
KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING.
( PROVERBS 2:6 *NKJV )

The name's used in the Bible often have not only spiritual
significance, they also are good descriptions of those people
as well. So today we will look at some of the name's that were
given to people probably by Divine design!

ANGEL meaning "messenger"
ADAM meaning "man or mankind"
EVE meaning "life"
ABRAHAM meaning "father of the multitude"
ISHMAEL meaning "God hears"
ISAAC meaning "laughter"
JOSEPH meaning "adding"
NOAH meaning "resting place"
MOSES meaning "drawn out of water"
JOSHUA meaning "Yahweh delivered"
SAMUEL meaning "God is exalted"
DAVID meaning "beloved"
SOLOMON has various meanings including "God is peace"
"his replacement"
EZRA meaning "Yahweh helps"
ISAIAH meaning "Yahweh saves"
JEREMIAH meaning "may Yahweh lift up"
EZEKIEL meaning "God will strengthen"
DANIEL meaning "God's judge"
HOSEA meaning "salvation"
JOEL meaning "Yah is God"
JONAH meaning "dove"
MICAH meaning "Who is like Yahweh"
ZECHARIAH meaning "Yahweh remembered"
MALACHI meaning "my messenger or my angel"
PROPHET meaning "teacher"
JESUS CHRIST meaning "the Anointed One or Messiah" &
"Yahweh is salvation"
satan meaning "adversary"
MATTHEW meaning "the gift of Yahweh"
MARK no specific meaning
LUKE no specific meaning
JOHN meaning "Yahweh has been gracious"
PETER meaning "rock"
JUDAS no specific meaning
PONTIUS PILATE meaning "to fulfill or to accomplish"
PAUL no specific meaning
TIMOTHY meaning "honoring God"
REVELATION meaning "unveiling or uncovering"
Last, but not least. AMEN meaning "that's the truth!"

As you know these are just a few of the many name's
that are used in the Bible. Therefore I hope that you have found
this to be enlightening, and that it will help you to have a better
understanding of God's Holy Word!!

Have a Wonderful Weekend and may God Bless
You! Amen.

All My Love & Prayers,
Pastor Allen

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The Lord knows the thoughts of man;
He knows that they are futile.
( Psalms 94:11 *NIV )


We are all Architects of our own future! The thoughts that
we have today dictate what our future holds for us tomorrow.
Therefore a person who has positive thoughts shall have
positive results, just as a person who has negative thoughts
shall attract negative results in their life.

Therefore, if we start each day by counting all of our
blessings, and then try our best to have positive thoughts
during the day, our hearts will be merry! After all; From the
fullness of His grace we have all received
one blessing after another.
( John 1:16 )

Now this is because; Every good and perfect
gift is from above, coming down from the
Father of the heavenly lights, who does not
change like shifting shadows. ( James 1:17 )

So why not; Sing and make music in your
heart to the Lord, always giving thanks to God
the Father for everything, in the name of our
Lord Jesus Christ. Amen. ( Ephesians 5:19-20 )

All My Love & Prayers,
Pastor Allen

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Blessed is the man who trusts in the
Lord, whose confidence is in him. He
will be like a tree planted by the water
that sends out its roots by the stream.
( Jeremiah 17:7-8 *NIV )


Now it is written; Without faith it is impossible
to please God, because anyone who comes
to Him must believe that He exists and that
He rewards those who earnestly seek him.
( Hebrews 11:6 )

Now when you think about it, life would be very difficult
without our faith! King David wrote; The Lord is my
strength and my shield; my heart trusts in Him,
and I am helped. My heart leaps for joy and I
will give thanks to him in song. ( Psalms 28:7 )
Therefore; How priceless is your unfailing love!
Both high and low among men find refuge in
the shadow of your wings. ( Psalms 36:7 )

So , remember that; We live by faith,
not by sight. ( 2 Corinthians 5:7 ) For those who
do it is written; You will keep in perfect peace him
whose mind is steadfast, because he trusts in
you. Trust in the Lord forever, for the Lord,
the Lord, is the Rock eternal. Amen.
( Isaiah 26:3-4 )

All My Love & Prayers,
Pastor Allen

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July 15

Blessed are those who mourn, for
they will be comforted.
( Matthew 5:4 *NIV )

When you lose someone that you love, take comfort in
knowing that those who were saved are now with God. For
it is written that when we die; The dust returns to the
ground it came from, and the spirit returns to
God who gave it. ( Ecclesiastes 12:7 )

Therefore; Brothers, we do not want you
to be ignorant about those who fall asleep, or
to grieve like the rest of men, who have no
hope. We believe that Jesus died and rose again
and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus
those who have fallen asleep in him, at the end time.
( 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14 )

So, take comfort in knowing you will see them
again, for it isn't the end of them but only the beginning! The
beginning of a much better life where; He will wipe
every tear from their eyes. There will be no
more death or mourning or crying or pain,
for the old order of things has passed away."
( Revelation 21:4 )

Now I would like to share something with you that has
helped many who have lost someone. It is called "Safely
Home." I pray that it will minister to those of you who
have lost a dear one.

SAFELY HOME

I am home in Heaven, dear ones;
Oh, so happy and so bright!
There is perfect joy and beauty
In this everlasting light.

All the pain and grief is over,
Every restless tossing passed;
I an now at peace forever,
Safely home in Heaven at last.

Did you wonder I so calmly
Trod the valley of the shade?
Oh! But Jesus' love illumined
Every dark and fearful glade.

And He came Himself to meet me
In that way so hard to tread;
And with Jesus' arm to lean on,
Could I have one doubt or dread?

Then you must not grieve so sorely,
For I love you dearly still:
Try to look beyond earth's shadows,
Pray to trust our Father's Will.

There is work still waiting for you,
So you must not idly stand;
Do it now, while life remaineth--
You shall rest in Jesus' land.

When that work is all completed,
He will gently call you Home;
Oh, the pleasure of that meeting,
Oh, the joy to see you come!

All My Love & Prayers,
Pastor Allen

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We do not have a High Priest who cannot
sympathize with our weaknesses, but
was in all points tempted as we are, yet
without sin.
( Hebrews 4:15 *NKJV )


Jesus was like us in that He experienced many
temptations while He walked this earth in the flesh. For
an example read Luke 4:1-13. We may therefore
take comfort in knowing that He faced temptations and
understands what it is like to be tempted! We can also
be encouraged knowing that He faced them without giving
in. Thus He showed us that we could likewise avoid sins
when we are faced with the seductive lures of this World
as well!

After all; No temptation has overtaken you except
such as is common to man; but God is faithful,
who will not allow you to be tempted beyond
what you are able, but with the temptation will
also make the way of escape, that you may be
able to bear it. ( 1 Corinthians 10:13 )

Now Jesus' doesn't expect us to live perfect lives thus
avoiding all sins. He knows that to be of the flesh is to be
of a sinful nature. He does however expect us to do our
very best in resisting such temptations, and when we fail
God offers us the opportunity to repent and seek forgiveness.

So , truly do the best that you can, and remember
that God will still love you if you slip once in a while! For as
the Poet wrote:

For nobody's perfect, once there was One
Sinless and blameless, Whose message
was love,
...But the people crucified Him!
Poet: Grace E. Easley

All My Love & Prayers,
Pastor Allen

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His divine power has given to us all things
that pertain to life and godliness, through
the knowledge of Him who called us by
glory and virtue.
( 2 Peter 1:3 *NKJV )


There are times in this life when one of these 9 statements
apply to each of us. So let them now be reminders that Minister
to us.....
"Moments in Life"

1. There are moments in life when you miss someone so much
that you just want to pick them from your dreams and hug them
for real! So cherish them while they are with you.

2. When the door of happiness closes, another opens; but often
times we look so long at the closed door that we don't see the
one, which has been opened for us.

3. Don't go for looks; they can deceive. Don't go for wealth; even
that fades away. Go for someone who makes you smile, because
it takes only a smile to make a dark day seem bright. Find the
one that makes your heart smile.

4. Dream what you want to dream; go where you want to go; be
what you want to be, because you have only one life and one
chance to do all the things you want to do.

5. May you have enough happiness to make you sweet, enough
trials to make you strong, enough sorrow to keep you human
and enough hope to make you happy.

6. The happiest of people don't necessarily have the best of
everything; they just make the most of everything that comes
along their way.

7. The brightest future will always be based on a forgotten past;
you can't go forward in life until you let go of your past failures
and heartaches.

8. When you were born, you were crying and everyone around
you was smiling. So live your life so at the end, you're the one
who is smiling and everyone around you is crying.

9. Don't count the years-count the memories...........Life is not
measured by the number of breaths we take; but by the moments
that take our breath away! Amen.
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All My Love & Prayers,
Pastor Allen

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To everything there is a season, A time
for every purpose under heaven.
( Ecclesiastes 3:1 *NKJV )


In this fast paced World we live in, patience has become a
lost art! We may even think that God isn't hearing our prayers
because they aren't answered instantly.

When you find yourself feeling that way remember to; Rest
in the Lord, and wait patiently for Him (Psalms 37:7)
Therefore , why not slow down and practice patience,
as well as, take time to enjoy the simple things in life like:

TAKING TIME
Take time to think...It is the source of
power.

Take time to play...It is the secret of
perpetual youth.

Take time to read...It is the fountain of
wisdom.

Take time to pray...It is the greatest power
on Earth.

Take time to love and be loved...It is a God-
given privilege.

Take time to be friendly...It is the road to
happiness.

Take time to laugh...It is the music of the
soul.

Take time to give...It is too short a day to be
selfish.

Take time to work...It is the price of
success.

Take time to do charity...It is the key to
Heaven.
Author Unknown

All My Love & Prayers,
Pastor Allen

[mercybmine]

hope I do this right.... but just wanted to thank you for the words that were spoken, they were very welcome to my heart and something I needed to hear

[janbear]

you did it right. Have a wonderful day

[janbear]

No one has ever seen God; but if we love
one another, God lives in us and His love
is made complete in us. We know that we
live in Him and He in us, because He has
given us of His Spirit.
( 1 John 4:12-13 *NIV )

When we open our hearts and invite God into our lives,
a wonderful thing begins to happen! The Apostle Paul
stated it this way; Therefore, if anyone is in Christ,
he is a new creation; the old has gone, the
new has come! ( 2 Corinthians 5:17 )

As many of you know, this is when we become the
person that God intended us to be. It is also when we
become filled with; The peace of God, which
transcends all understanding, will guard
your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
( Philippians 4:7 )

So ; Just as you received Christ
Jesus as Lord, continue to live in Him, rooted
and built up in him, strengthened in the faith
as you were taught, and overflowing with
thankfulness. ( Colossians 2:6 )

Now my friend, may; The grace of the Lord Jesus
Christ be with your spirit. Amen.
( Philippians 4:23 )

All My Love & Prayers,
Pastor Allen

[janbear]

We know that in all things God works for
the good of those who love him, who have
been called according to his purpose.
( Romans 8:28 *NIV )


We are all called to do something in this life sooner or
later! Perhaps your calling is that of a Doctor, Lawyer, or
Mother and Housekeeper. Whatever your calling may
be, if you truly love doing what you are doing, then you are
probably doing God's Will for your life right now. If not then
God probably hasn't called you yet.

Now it is important to remember that God works in all
things, not just in isolated incidents! However that does
not mean that all that happens to us is good, for evil is
prevalent in this World of ours today. This is because;
Your enemy the devil prowls around like a
roaring lion looking for someone to devour.
( 1 Peter 5:8 )

So; What, then, shall we say in response
to this? If God is for us, who can be against us?
( Romans 8:31) For it is written; Resist the devil,
and he will flee from you. ( James 4:7 )

So , the next time the Devil, that old serpent,
tries to bother you tell him to take a hike! After all you are
a Child of God, and God has given satan this warning;
"Do not touch my anointed ones."
( 1 Chronicles 16:22 ) So again I say; Resist
the devil, and he will flee from you. Amen.

All My Love & Prayers,
Pastor Allen

[janbear]

Pride goes before destruction, and a
haughty spirit before a fall.
( Proverbs 16:18 *NIV )


We are to humble ourselves, and not let our pride or
ego get in the way when dealing with others. For
it is written; For whoever exalts himself will
be humbled, and whoever humbles himself
will be exalted. ( Matthew 23:12 ) For; "God
opposes the proud but gives grace to the
humble. ( James 4:6 )

So never let your pride or ego convince you that you
are more righteous than another. Alter all, we are all God's
Children and He loves each of us equally! Therefore let
us stop passing judgment on one another.
Instead, make up your mind not to put any
stumbling block or obstacle in your brother's
way. ( Romans 14:13 )

Also remember the words of our Savior Jesus Christ,
for He said of the end time; Many who are first
will be last, and many who are last will be first.
( Matthew 19:30 )

Therefore, as God's Child we should; Humble our-
selves before the Lord, and he will lift us up.
( James 4:10 ) For the Lord takes delight in
His people; He crowns the humble with salvation.
Amen. ( Psalms 149:4 )

Have a Wonderful Day,and may God Bless You!

All My Love & Prayers,
Pastor Allen

[janbear]

The wind blows wherever it pleases.
You hear its sound, but you cannot tell
where it comes from or where it is going.
( John 3:8 *NIV )


What Jesus was referring to here is the Holy Spirit. For
He often works in mysterious ways that we can't predict,
or at times even understand. And just like the wind, we
cannot control the Holy Spirit either.

After all God has said; "For my thoughts are
not your thoughts, neither are your ways my
ways," declares the Lord. "As the heavens are
higher than the earth, so are my ways higher
than your ways and my thoughts than your
thoughts. ( Isaiah 55:8-9 )

Now when you think about it, we could not control our
own physical birth, nor could we control our Spiritual Birth!
For it is written ; It is God who has made and has
given us the Spirit as a deposit, guaranteeing
what is to come. ( 2 Corinthians 5:5 ) Further;
Hope does not disappoint us, because God has
poured out His love into our hearts by the Holy
Spirit, whom He has given us. ( Romans 5:5 )

Now our Spiritual Birth is the one of the greatest gifts
of them all! For it comes with God's additional gifts of
the fruit of the Spirit; The fruit of the Spirit is
love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness,
faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.
( Galatians 5:22-23 ) The more we love our
Heavenly Father, the more of these gifts He gives to us!

Therefore in closing, always remember that
we are not human beings having a Spiritual experience, but
Spiritual Beings having a human experience!

Have a Wonderful Day and may; The grace of the
Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit. Amen.
( Philemon 25 )

All My Love & Prayers,
Pastor Allen

[janbear]

The Lord is on my side; I will not fear.
What can man do to me?
( Psalms 118:6 *NJKV )


We all have difficulties in our lives from time to time. Times
when dealing with people or situations get us down. Some-
times those difficulties even seem to overwhelm us to the point,
that we feel there is nothing that we can do about it!

Now when that happens remember that it is written; I can
do all things through Christ who strengthens me.
( Philippians 4:13 ) So the next time that you are
faced with something that seems difficult to you, why not
ask for God's help? After all it is written; For with God
nothing will be impossible. ( Luke 1:37 )
Therefore remember that with God's Help Noah built the Ark,
while professional men built the Titanic.

So never feel defeated when you have the awesome
power of God on your side? For your difficulties, no matter how
large, cannot compete with the awesome power of the Lord!
So face those problems with confidence knowing that God is
with you. Amen.

All My Love & Prayers,
Pastor Allen

[janbear]

Does God have a sense of humor? Well it is written;
He who sits in the Heavens shall laugh.
( PSALM 2:4 *NKJV )

now I know I have taken this verse totally
out of context, but God does demonstrate His sense of
humor throughout the Scriptures.

Remember the words of Sarah, Abraham's wife, when
God told her she would have a baby at her old age. She
replied; "GOD HAS MADE ME LAUGH, AND ALL WHO
HEAR WILL LAUGH WITH ME." ( GENESIS 21:6 )

Remember also that Abraham named their child
Isaac, which in Hebrew means "laughter."

Therefore I am sure our Heavenly Father will
not mind if I share with you a message that I received
from one of our subscribers. After all it is said that laughter
is the best medicine! So, I hope you will enjoy this, and
start your day with a good laugh!

More Church Bulletin Bloopers!
_________________________________________

This afternoon there will be a meeting in the South and North
ends of the Church. Children will be baptized at both ends.

Tuesday at 4 P.M. there will be an ice cream social. Will
ladies giving milk, please come early.

Wednesday The Ladies Literary Society will meet. Mrs.
Johns will sing "Put Me In My Little Bed" accompanied by
the Pastor.

Thursday at 5 P.M. there will be a meeting of the Little
Mothers Club. All wishing to become Little Mothers, please
meet the Minister in his study.

This being Easter Sunday, we will ask Mrs. Jackson to
come forward and lay an egg on the altar.

The ladies of the Church have cast off clothing of every kind.
They may be seen in the basement on Friday afternoon.

This evening at 7 P.M. there will be a hymn sing in the
park across from the Church. Please bring a blanket and
come prepared to sin.

Ladies Bible Study will be held Thursday morning at 10 A.M.
All ladies are invited to lunch in the fellowship Hall after
the B. S. is done.

A songfest was hell in the Church Wednesday Morning.

The rosebud on the altar this morning is to announce the
birth of David, the sin of Rev. and Mrs. Adams.

The Associate Minister unveiled the Church's new tithing
campaign slogan last Sunday: "I Upped My Pledge--Up
Yours."
______________________________

All My Love & Prayers,
Pastor Allen

[janbear]

Return to me, and I will return to you,"
says the Lord Almighty.
( Malachi 3:7 *NIV )

There are times that we may find ourselves walking far
from God. Know that if ever that happens to you it is
because we have moved, not because God has left us.
The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; He
will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be
afraid; do not be discouraged.
( Deuteronomy 31:8 )

Now perhaps we find ourselves feeling abandoned by
God because we are overwhelmed with problems, or
because of the loss of a loved one. If that is the case
remember that; He does not willingly bring
affliction or grief to the children of men.
( Lamentations 3:33 )

Therefore if you ever find yourself feeling far from our
Heavenly Father, remember, that God is there with
open arms to receive you back. So; Take words
with you and return to the Lord. Say to him:
"Forgive all our sins and receive us graciously.
For then He will say; I will heal your backslidings."
( HOSEA 14:2-3 ) ( Jeremiah 3:22 ) After all that
is His promise always; for; Jesus Christ is the same
yesterday and today and forever. ( Hebrews 13:8 )

So if you are feeling far from God right now; Let us
examine our ways and test them, and let us
return to the Lord. For He loves you very much!
( Lamentations 3:40 )

Now may; The Lord bless you
and keep you; the Lord make his face shine
upon you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn
His face toward you and give you peace."
( Numbers 6:24-26 ) and may His; Grace be with you
all. Amen. ( Hebrews 13:25 )

All My Love & Prayers,
Pastor Allen

[janbear]

There has not failed one word of all His
good promise, which He promised
through His servant Moses.
( 1 Kings 8:56 *KJV )


Did you know that there are 8,910 promises in the Bible? There
are 7,706 promises in the Old Testament, and 1,204 promises in
the New Testament! That is a total of 8,910 promises in all!

Now you will find that God made 7,485 promises to mankind,
and mankind made 1,416 promises to God. [ The remaining 9
promises were made by satan to mankind! Most of those you
will find in the Book of JOB.]

Well these 7,485 promises from God to us just about
cover all of the bases! Isn't it Wonderful that we have a Heavenly
Father that is gracious enough to give us all of those promises?
A God that also anticipates all of our needs and often sends us
help even before we ask Him too. After all it is written; He shall
give His angels charge over you, To keep you in
all your ways. ( Psalms 91:11 )

Now, Having these promises, beloved, let us
cleanse ourselves from all filthiness of the flesh
and spirit, perfecting holiness in thefear of God.
( 2 Corinthians 7:1 )

Therefore why not enjoy your day thinking about
how well God has taken care of you, and knowing that He
always will! Also have a safe and happy week my friend!
Amen.

All My Love & Prayers,
Pastor Allen

[janbear]

Perfume and incense bring joy to the
heart, and the pleasantness of one's
friend springs from his earnest counsel.
( Proverbs 27:9 *NIV )


As you know a good friend is worth more than gold, for they
will stick by you through good times or bad. For; A man
who has friends must himself be friendly, but there
is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.
( Proverbs 18:24 )

Jesus Christ is such a friend, for He has said; You are
my friends if you do what I command. I no longer
call you servants, because a servant does not
know his master's business. Instead, I have called
you friends, for everything that I learned from my
Father I have made known to you. (John 15:14-15)

Therefore I will share a poem with you about our dearest
friend, Jesus Christ. I hope that you will enjoy it!

The Dearest Friend!

I have a Friend in Jesus,
He's ever walking near
To share my every burden
And take away my fear.

It's in His precious name I pray
To our God above;
It's through His sacred teachings that
I learned the way to love.

God did not put me on this earth
To walk life's path alone;
He sent His Son to be my Guide,
The dearest Friend I've known.

No other One could be so true,
He bore the cross for me;
Because He died for my sins
I must ever faithful be.

If you are lonely on life's way
And feel that no one cares,
You have a Friend in Jesus
If you will kneel in prayer.
Poet, Kay Hoffman

All My Love & Prayers,
Pastor Allen

[janbear]

The Dearest Friend!

I have a Friend in Jesus,
He's ever walking near
To share my every burden
And take away my fear.

It's in His precious name I pray
To our God above;
It's through His sacred teachings that
I learned the way to love.

God did not put me on this earth
To walk life's path alone;
He sent His Son to be my Guide,
The dearest Friend I've known.

No other One could be so true,
He bore the cross for me;
Because He died for my sins
I must ever faithful be.

If you are lonely on life's way
And feel that no one cares,
You have a Friend in Jesus
If you will kneel in prayer.
Poet, Kay Hoffman

[janbear]

So the king gave the order, and they
brought Daniel and threw him into the
lions' den.
( DANIEL 6:16 *NIV )
*The Aramaic word for "Den" means pit, thus implying that
it was a hole in the ground.


There are times that we may feel just like poor Daniel
did when he was thrown into the lion's den. However,
just like Daniel our faith will come to our rescue as well!

After all; He who dwells in the shelter of the
Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.
I will say of the Lord, "He is my refuge and my
fortress, my God, in whom I trust."
( Psalms 91:1-2 ) Further God has said; "Fear not,
for I have redeemed you; I have called you by
your name; You are Mine. ( Isaiah 43:1 )

God has also stated; Do not fear, for I am with
you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will
strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you
with my righteous right hand. ( Isaiah 41:10 )
Therefore; Call upon me in the day of trouble; I will
deliver you, and you will honor me."
( Psalms 50:15 )

So , when you feel like Daniel always; Trust in
the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your
own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge
him, and he will make your paths straight.
( Proverbs 3:5-6 )

Now have a wonderful day knowing that you
are in good company with God by your side! Amen.

All My Love & Prayers,
Pastor Allen

[janbear]

Likewise, I say to you, there is joy in the
presence of the angels of God over one
sinner who repents."
( Luke 15:10 NKJV )


Each person on the face of the Earth is precious to
our Heavenly Father! He grieves each time a soul is
lost, for God is; The Lord is not slow in keeping
his promise, as some understand slowness.
He is patient with you, not wanting anyone
to perish, but everyone to come to repentance.
Therefore all the company of Heaven rejoices
over every person that has been brought into
His Kingdom! ( 2 Peter 3:9 )

Now we can help bring lost souls into the Kingdom of
Heaven by telling them about our Heavenly Father. For,
faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word
of God. ( Romans 10:17 )

We can also help by showing them the way we live.
We do that by living according to the Scriptures, obeying
the Laws of God, and by our showing loving kindness
and mercy towards others.

Therefore , I have found no greater pleasure
than sharing God's Love with others, even strangers!
For always remember that the stranger we meet today,
may very well become a good friend tomorrow!

So have a Wonderful Day, and why not let your
love light shine brightly today and every day. After all
it just might light a pathway for someone lost in the
darkness, and save a soul as well! Amen.

All My Love & Prayers,
Pastor Allen

[janbear]

Jesus answered, "Everyone who drinks
this water will be thirsty again, but who
ever drinks the water I give him will
never thirst.
( John 4:13*NIV )


Just as our bodies' hunger and thirst, so do our souls.
However our souls need spiritual food and water. The
Living word, Jesus Christ, and His written Word the
Holy Bible can satisfy our hungry and thirsty souls!
It is written; The Word became flesh
and dwelt among us, and we beheld
His glory, the glory as of the only
begotten of the Father, full of grace
and truth. ( John 1:14 )

Jesus, also said; "If anyone thirsts, let him
come to Me and drink. He who believes in
Me, as the Scripture has said, out of his
heart will flow rivers of living water."
( John 7:37 )

Now you will find reading the Bible not only nourishes
our souls, it also helps us deal with everyday problems.
For the word of God is living and active.
Sharper than any double-edged sword.
We also gain knowledge and wisdom from God's Word.
It even helps to bring us out of depression, anguish, and
worry as well. What a wonderful Book it is! Why not
spend a little time each day reading it? You will find that
every page you read will bring you a little closer to our
Heavenly Father, and what a wonderful journey that is!
Amen. (Hebrews 4:12 )

So Let the word of Christ
dwell in you richly in all wisdom, teaching
and admonishing one another in psalms
and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with
grace in your hearts to the Lord.
Amen. ( Colossians 3:16 )

All My Love & Prayers,
Pastor Allen