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Twelve

Twelve

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Twelve

“And 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 NKJV

🎶 On the first through the twelve days of Christmas my true love gave to me: a Partridge in a Pear Tree, Two Turtle Doves, Three French Hens, Four Calling Birds, Five Gold Rings, Six Geese a-Laying, Seven Swans a-Swimming, Eight Maids a-Milking, Nine Ladies Dancing, Ten Lords a-Leaping, Eleven Pipers Piping, and Twelve Drummers Drumming! 🎶 Did you know that this English Christmas carol and nursery rhymes was published in London around 1780.

In the Bible, the number 12 symbolizes divine perfection, completeness, and God’s governmental authority. Where do we see twelve in the scripture: The 12 Tribes of Israel which represents the whole nation. Jesus chose 12 apostles. Remember that woman who had an issue with blood for 12 years. Jesus mentioned He could call on more than twelve legions of angels, emphasizing His divine power. How about in the book of Revelations, New Jerusalem the city has 12 gates, 12 angels, 12 foundations, and 12 pearls, and the tree of life that Bears 12 kinds of fruit and the leaves of the tree are for the healing of the nation.

Christmas to me is about giving thanks to God, who loved us so that he sent Jesus into the world. He came here to die for the sins of the world. He was wounded for our transgressions; he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed. Christmas isn’t just about caroling, gifts, decorating, and holiday meals. Jesus Christ is the real reason for the season.

Remember friends we are each other’s keeper and the only time we should be looking down on someone is when we are helping them up.

C’mon!

C’mon!

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C’Mon!

“But I will sacrifice unto thee with the voice of thanksgiving.  I will pay that that I have vowed. Salvation is of the Lord.” Jonah 2:9 NLT

I have always been fascinated with the story of Jonah. Today’s scripture comes after Jonah was in the inoperable belly of a great fish. Let’s face it, he wasn’t going anywhere, and he had plenty of time to think about the actions that have led him to such a dark and smelly place.

But let’s look at the statement that got him out of there:

“But I will sacrifice unto thee with the voice of thanksgiving. I will pay that that I have vowed. Salvation is of the Lord.”

What does Jonah teach?  There is no place and no circumstances that we can find ourselves in, where we cannot connect with God through prayer to receive comfort and help from Him. Even with all the running away and carrying on that Jonah did, God still showed him mercy. In my own life I reflected on the grace and mercy the Lord has shown me. He has helped me through so many things. We serve a God y’all that can do anything but fail.

The songwriter said the words best,

“Walk with me, Lord
 Walk with me,
 Walk with me, Lord
 Walk with me

While I’m on this tedious journey 
I need You, Jesus, to walk with me”

Remember friends, we are each other’s keeper and the only time we should be looking down on someone is when we are helping them up.

Prayer Warriors

Prayer Warriors

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Prayer Warriors

“Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.” James 5:16 NIV

Growing up as a kid I had been surrounded by some amazing prayer warrior women and men. My grandma, momma, lady circles, and deacons who prayed to the Lord with tears in their eyes, asking the Lord to come see about his people. They were all my examples of prayer in action.

In the Bible, prayer warriors are defined as individuals who are deeply committed to prayer and intercede for others. There were many examples like: Solomon, Hannah, John the Baptist, Paul, and Mary, the mother of Jesus. There was also David, who was know for his powerful prayers for his own needs and for the nation of Israel. Moses interceded for the Israelites, pleading with God for their wellbeing and forgiveness. Daniel who prayed three times a day, seeking Gods guidance and protection, and Jesu, who was the Model Prayer throughout his ministry as he interceded for his disciples and the people of the world.

My dad says it best, “prayer changes the condition of things.” I know this to be true. Let us all continue to lift each other up in prayer for healing in our minds, bodies, and for our nation and the world. There is power in the name of Jesus. I am praying for and with you.

“Faith and prayer are the vitamins of the soul; man cannot live in health without them,” Mahalia Jackson

Remember friends we are each other’s keeper and the only time we should be looking down on someone is when we are helping them up.

Matters of the Heart

Matters of the Heart

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Matters of the Heart

“Let not your heart be troubled; you believe in God, believe also in me.” John 14:1 NKJV

Last week my husband Michael and I spent a week with his family in Georgetown, South Carolina as we prepare for his mom’s homegoing service. We had plans to go down to visit with her in April and again in August, but the Lord had other plans.

The service was filled with great sangin, there were people who shared sweet memories, and I can’t forget about the uplifting preaching. Before I knew it, I was on my feet given the Lord praise and thanksgiving. Let everything that has breath, praise the Lord! It was a beautiful service filled with love.

In this passage of scripture, I have chosen to share with you, Jesus spoke directly to his disciples. In the intimate setting of a Passover meal, which is also known as the Last Supper. Jesus tells them that one would betray him and tells Peter that he will deny him.

After the Last Supper, before He is arrested, Jesus assures His disciples to not let their heart be troubled believe in God, believe also in me. Even in His absence they would not be alone, because the Holy Spirit was coming.

In the face of trouble my friends, as we look at all the chaos that surrounds us. We are hard pressed on every side, yet not crushed, we are perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed. We have a God who will come see about us his children. He reminds us, to not let our hearts be troubled. He does want us to worry, if we are believing in God, we must believe in Him too.  His love is the softest Kleenex for our eyes, and his arms are outstretched waiting to hold us tight. Amen.

Remember friends, we are each other’s keeper and the only time we should be looking down on someone is when we are helping them up.

Who is the Greatest

Who is the Greatest

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Who is the Greatest

“Jesus and his disciples went to his home in Capernaum. After they were inside the house, Jesus asked them, “What were you arguing about along the way?” They had been arguing about which one of them was the greatest, and so they did not answer. After Jesus sat down and told the twelve disciples to gather around him, he said, “If you want the place of honor, you must become a slave and serve others!” Then Jesus asked a child to stand near him. He put his arm around the child and said, “When you welcome even a child because of me, you welcome me. And when you welcome me, you welcome the one who sent me.” Mark 9:33-37 Contemporary English Version

The passage single handedly shows that Jesus knew his people, as he asked His disciples what they were arguing about. Naturally no one wanted to say, we were arguing about which one of us is the greatest. But Jesus was not about to give them the qualifications or structure for such a task, instead he kept his response simple, telling them that if they want a place of honor serve others. Jesus told them when you welcome even a child because of me you welcome me and the one who sent me. As I reflect positively on my kiddy days, I think of how carefree and worry-free days they were. All I had was to focus on was the next game to play or show to watch on the television. It was a simpler time then. Children are both impressionable and honest at the same time, and if you told them Jesus was coming to town, they believed you. And when we got a little older, all we wanted was to grow up, as I think to myself, now what was the hurry all about.

Jesus explains to his disciples, that what mattered was not who was doing the works but in whose NAME is the work being done. There is power in the name of Jesus. Did you hear me friends? I said there is power in the name of Jesus. There is Saving, healing, transforming, and restoring power in his name. Yes, use your talents, position, and influence to serve others.  Jesus is the greatest, He is: The bread of life, the light of the world, the Good Shepherd, the resurrection and the life, he is the way, the truth, the life, he is my friend, who won’t leave me lonely, he is my hope for tomorrow. He is the true vine, and like a warm blanket, I wrap him all around me. He set a sista free, and he loves me just for me. Amen.

Remember friends, we are each others’s keeper and the only time we should be looking down on someone is when we are helping them up.

Mirror Mirror on the Wall

Mirror Mirror on the Wall

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Mirror Mirror on the Wall

“Thou art fairer than the children of men; grace is poured into thy lips: therefore, God hath blessed the forever.” Psalm 45:2 KJV

I bet you can guess what movie my title for today is from. It’s the most recognize quote from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. It is a 1937 American animated musical fantasy film produced by Walt Disney Productions. Did you know that it is based on the 1812 German Fairy tale, by the Brothers Grimm. It was the first animated feature film produced in the United States in 1938. The movie had a budget of 1.5 million dollars, however at the box office it made 418 million dollars.

The scripture begins with a poetic and powerful description of the King, praising and exalting Him both for who He is and what He does. The psalmist begins by simply noting the beauty of the King, saying He is more beautiful/ fairer than all others.

“Mirror mirror on the wall who is the fairest of them all. The lord Jesus He is the fairest of them all!  He is the Word made flesh, who He heals, reveals, compels, he sets free, leads, saves, forgives, provides, and loves. He makes a way out of no way. He wipes our tears away and replaces them with joy. He is our bridge over troubled waters. He walks and talks with us. He is our strong tower. He has us in the palm of his hands. No more loneliness, He is the HOPE that took us through yesterday. He is the head of our today. And He is right there  preparing us for our tomorrow.

Remember friends, we are each other’s keeper and the only time we should be looking down on someone is when we are helping them up.

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