Thursday, October 30, 2008

New Rochelle....Here I Come

Hello everyone. I just got home today from being on the road for a few weeks. It's nice to sit at my own desk.

This coming Sunday through Wednesday, I will minister at First Assembly of God in New Rochelle, New York, where Pastor S. Aubryn Barnaby leads this congregation. Please pray that the Lord will move...that people will be set free...that the Holy Spirit will go great things. Also, could you pray that I find this church without getting lost. Seriously! The last time I went to this church back in 2003, I got lost and ended up, I believe in the Bronx. I really don't want that to happen this time.

Once again, I remind you to pray for our country as we head into Election Day. May Christians "Vote the Bible" (John Hagee preached a tremendous message about this) and be lead by godly and righteous attributes in the candidates they choose. May God bless our country and may America bless God.

Thursday, October 23, 2008

Back To My Home State

Good morning everyone. It's a chilly morning. Brrr.....

This coming Sunday through Wednesday, I will be ministering at the Parsonville Assembly of God in Houtzdale, Pennsylvania. Please pray that the Lord will touch and transform the lives of those who will be attending.

This past week, I watched part of a sermon series from John Hagee entitled, "Vote The Bible" and I also watched the video made by our General Superintendent of the Assemblies of God, Dr. George Wood. I whole heartedly agree with these fine brothers that Christians must vote from a Biblical standpoint. We must remember that life is sacred and someone must speak for those who cannot speak. (Proverbs 31:8) Please take the time to vote during this coming election and may God bless America.

God bless each of you today.

Friday, October 17, 2008

Still In West Virginia

Good morning. The leaves are falling here in western Maryland.

This coming Sunday through Tuesday, I will be ministering at the Rig Assembly of God in Rig West Virginia, where Brad Taylor serves as pastor. I'm asking that everyone say a word of prayer for Pastor Brad. He had open heart surgery just a little over two months ago and has just stepped back into the pulpit.

Today, I finished reading through the Bible for the 32 time. It is a timeless Word...always new and ready to reveal something never seen before. Tomorrow, I'll start all over again. I'm just thankful for the Word of God today. It is absolute truth in a gray world.

Hope that each of you has a wonderful day in Jesus.

Thursday, October 09, 2008

Fall In The Appalachian Mountains

Good afternoon everyone. It's a lovely fall day. I'll be doing yard word shortly.

This coming Sunday through Wednesday, I'll be conducting meetings at Good Shepherd Assembly of God in Elkins, West Virginia. The pastor's wife informed me yesterday that the people in their congregation are having prayer 24 hours for the upcoming meetings. Please join with this fine congregation in praying that the Lord will do great things.

It seems that everyone is talking about the economy. People are lamenting the fact that their financial portfolio is taking a hit. Let me remind you about some words of our Savior. Matthew 6:19 - 21 "Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also." (NIV) There's nothing wrong with having money, but let's not allow that to be our main concern. We need to be investing in the Kingdom of God.

Happy investing!

Thursday, October 02, 2008

New Jersey Meetings

Good evening everyone. I watched a little bit of the vice-presidential debate tonight.

My next series of meetings begins this Sunday at the New Beginning Assembly of God in Paulsboro, New Jersey. Please pray that the Lord will minister with power and might in the services. Pray that I will bring an encouraging word to those in attendance and that hearts will be open to receive a fresh touch from the Lord.

It seems that the big topic of discussion is the financial status of our nation. What I'm realizing is that I don't want to hold too tightly to the things of this world. I don't want my affections to be so wrapped up in money that I lose sight of the true and greatest possession in life. My faith and hope are in Jesus. No matter who rules our country, Jesus is still the One who really is in control. Don't get me wrong, I'm glad that I'm an American but more than that, I'm glad that I'm a Christian. This world is not my home...I'm just passing through. Money...sure we need it to live. But Jesus...He is life. May your life be wrapped up in Him today.