2 - 10 - 2013 Sermon Notes

Sharing my notes from Church on Sunday 2 – 10- 2013 from my Pastor’s Sermon. .......................................... Stepping Into Your Dreams – Sermon Title .............................................................................. Sermon Scripture – Joshua 4:4 – 8 ..................................................................................... Sometimes our dreams become a reality — but we have to step by faith. ................................................. There is a Jordan River you have to cross. ............................................................................ Sometimes Jordan River is not easy to cross. .......................................................................... You have to step out sometimes. ....................................................................................... God has something bigger for you. ..................................................................................... Some people have a tendency to back up instead of stepping out on faith. .............................................. There is much growth that I need. ..................................................................................... There is a growth process that we are going to need to cross. ......................................................... You have a bright future. ............................................................................................. We have to break generational curses. ................................................................................. God has a way of dismissing generational curses. ...................................................................... Examples of people who would not give up: ............................................................................. Henry Ford – went bankrupt five times ................................................................................. Walt Disney – went bankrupt .......................................................................................... Beethoven – was deaf .................................................................................................. You must be persistent, try and try again. ............................................................................ Everybody has to cross the River Jordan. .............................................................................. It was time for Israel to cross the Jordan River. .................................................................... Step out on faith on the ministry of God. ............................................................................. Keep your eyes on God. ................................................................................................ Joshua 4:1-4 they waited for three days; it had been a long forty years. .............................................. Moses got to the edge of the river and never crossed. ................................................................. The Ark of the Covenant represents God. ............................................................................... God is up to something. ............................................................................................... Sometimes God grabs us and takes us out of our comfort zone. .......................................................... Joshua had to step up, for Moses was gone (deceased). ................................................................. You have to follow God in order to get into Canaan. ................................................................... The cattle on a 1000 (thousand) hills belong to HIM, all the silver and the gold belong to HIM. ....................... Sit and wait on directions. ........................................................................................... Follow the Ark and keep your eye/mind on God. ......................................................................... If you have to work for what you get – it has more meaning to its value. ............................................. When you’re saved you don’t sit down – you have to work out your Salvation. .......................................... I know how I’ve made it – I trusted in God. .......................................................................... When you step out on faith – God will guide you. ...................................................................... You may not get your blessing right now – but “Stay on the Battlefield.” .............................................. To get prepared you have to listen to God’s instructions. ............................................................. Nothing will happen to you – step off the river bank. ................................................................. You’re going to have some Jordans. ................................................................................... Without faith it is impossible to please God. ......................................................................... My God won’t send me anywhere without making a way. ................................................................... God loves us. ......................................................................................................... God has a bigger job for us to do now. ................................................................................ God is still here and still in the blessing business. ................................................................. God has all power in HIS hand. ........................................................................................ We’re not telling our children what God is/has done in our lives – this is the problem. .............................. Tell your children how you stepped out on faith. ...................................................................... God is not through with me yet. ....................................................................................... I’m going to see the man name Jesus one day. .......................................................................... End of my notes for 2-10-2013

Leadership - By The Book - Bible

Thought for February 12, 2013. .......................................................................................... Why am I sharing this? This Scripture is on a daily calendar over 15 or 20 years old. ................................... Deuteronomy 28:13 - Prosperity in Business & Finance ................................................................... And the Lord shall make thee the head, and not the tail; and thou shalt be above only, and thou shalt not be beneath; if that thou hearken unto the commandments of the LORD thy God, which I command thee this day, to observe and to do them: ....................................................................................................................... Deuteronomy 28:13 ...................................................................................................... Scripture reference "Prosperity in Business & Finance" is taken/used from KJV Precious Promise Bible. ................... Now prosperity means different things to difference people. ............................................................ Maybe by the weekend I will be able to share a book review on leadership, but if not if the Lord says the same it will be next week. ............................................................................................................. This Bible - The Precious Promise Bible was sold to my late grandparents in 1923 by Rev. Solomon Nash. ................. I am assuming that they bought this Bible in MO. or MS. but I do not know to be exact.

It's A Wonderful Life! .. 2/10/2013

Sunday School Lesson for 2/10/2013. Unit III. Imitating Jesus. It’s a Wonderful Life! Colossians 2:6-15. .............. Now remember that I shared “Free Online Resources & Tools for Bible Studies” earlier this week in a blog post so you can study or research what I share if you like. ...................................................................... Christ’s Person & Work (Colossians 1:3 – 2:7) ......................................................................... Paul’s Ministry (Colossians 1:24 – 2:7) ............................................................................... Safeguard Against Error (Colossians 2:8 – 3:4) ....................................................................... The Fullness of Christ (Colossians 2:8 – 10) .......................................................................... Spiritual Circumcision (Colossians 2:11,12) ........................................................................... Christ’s Victory (Colossians 2:13 – 15) ............................................................................... Through Jesus, God forgives all our trespasses and triumphs over all earthly rulers and authorities. .................. Whether that’s spiritual, social, education, familial, or occupation, we are not defined by our successes or failures, but rather by our fullness in Christ. ................................................................................. Colossians 2:6 – 8 .................................................................................................... Verses 6,7 – Man Redeemed; Duties & Graces of The New Life; Steadfastness ............................................. (The Colossians had received Jesus Christ after hearing Epaphras preach) .. Epaphras – Colossians 1:7; 4:12 ........... Verse 8 – Scripture; Characteristics of Scripture; The Standard of Truth .............................................. We are going to have obstacles and challenges daily while maturing and following Christ. .............................. (Psalm/Tehillim 1; Ephesians 2:20; Jude 3; Colossians 1:7 – Reference Scripture in Sunday School Book) ................ Colossians 2:9 – 10 ................................................................................................... Verse 9 – Jesus Christ; Christ’s Divinity; Is Made Equal With God ..................................................... Verse 10 – Jesus Christ; Christ’s Divinity; Christ Possesses the Attributes of God, Omnipotent … (Omnipotent – unlimited power & authority) .......................................................................................... Importance of being buried in Christ and raised with Him in baptism ................................................... (Philippians 2:7; John 1:16 – Reference Scripture) ................................................................... Colossians 2:11 – 15 ................................................................................................. Verse 11 – Sacred Rites & Forms; Sacraments, Worship & Church-Fellowship; The Significance of the Rite, … But of No Importance to Christians … Read Colossians 2:11 ...................................................................... Verse 12 – Sacred Rites & Forms; Sacraments, Worship, & Church-Fellowship; …. IT’s Spiritual Significance ............ Importance of being buried with Christ and raised with Him in baptism. ............................................... Verse 13 – Man Redeemed; Effectual Calling; This New Life is of God .................................................. Verses 14,15 – Jesus Christ; Offices of Christ; Our Propitiation … (Propitiation – atoning sacrifice) ................ The apostle Paul gave us five aspects of being complete in Jesus: Spiritual Circumcision (Philippians 3:3, Spiritual Baptism, Made Us Alive Again (Ephesians 4:18), Removal of the Requirements of the Law (John 19:30) & Triumph over Powers. .............................................................................................................. The Law could not save humans ......................................................................................... If you have that you are carrying remember Jesus nailed it to the Cross .. ............................................ Press forward with thanksgiving for the blood of Jesus and quit looking back in the past. ............................. Wolves in Sheep Clothing: In this Digital/Internet age some tv evangelists and Internet worship services continue to attract Christians/Saints of God attention, remain on guard and be alert, false teachers are still lurking in darkness … (I Peter 5:8) ....................................................................................................... The Importance of a Bible-Centered Church/Place of Worship: to teach, evangelism & discipleship, provide opportunities for you to use your gift(s) & skill()s). .............................................................................. There is no such thing as a perfect Church – for we are not perfect… .................................................. (Scripture references: Hebrews 10:23-25; Ephesians 4:12-16; I Corinthians 12:18-20, 25; I Peter 4:10) ................. When we accept Christ, He forgives our trespasses. .................................................................... Scripture & reference used/taken from: KJV Topical Reference Bible, KJV Precious Promise Bible & Zondervan Bible Commentaty

2-6-2013 .. True Worship

Jan/Feb/March 2013 Devotional & Educational Quarterly Emphasis is on True Worship ...................................................................................................................... @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ Another great study book on Worship: visit http://www.followingGod.com .. for personal, church study, or Bible Class this is a great study book “Life Principles For Worship From The Tabernacle” by Wayne Barber – Eddie Rasnake – Richard Shepherd. In 2003 one of my former pastors from my home church took us through this study book. @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ ....................................................................................................................... Devotion Scripture – Genesis 35:1-7 ................................................................................... Topic Scripture – Psalm/Tehillim 24:1-10 .............................................................................. Psalm/Tehillim 24:10 … Who is the King of glory? The Lord of hosts, He is the King of glory. .......................... Psalm(Tehillim) 24:10 – Works of God; God’s Providence Among Men, Generally; The King of the Earth ................... Devotional Message Scriptures – Exodus 19:10; Joshua 24:14-18, 23 ..................................................... Genesis 35:1-7 ........................................................................................................ Verses 1, 3, 6, 7 – Sacred Places; Altars & Holy Places; Patriarchal Altars ........................................... Verse 2 – Idolatry & Superstition; Laws & Arguments Against Idolatry; Idol Worship Forbidden .......................... Verse 4 – Idolatry & Superstition, Ruin of Idols, Idols Destroyed ..................................................... Verse 5 – War; Victory & Pursuit; Panic ............................................................................... Psalm 24:1-10 ......................................................................................................... Verse 1 – Works of God; Preservation; Preserves & Protects Man ........................................................ Verse 2 – Works of God; Creation; The Continents: Vegetable Life Begins ............................................... Verse 3 – (Promises) ….. The Upright are Blessed & Prospered … Everlasting Life & Heaven Promised ..................... Verses 3,4,5,6 – Works of God Providence In Moral Disciplines; Spiritual Blessings Promised ........................... Verse 4 – (Promises) …. Everlasting Life & Heaven Promised ............................................................ Verse 5 (Promises) … The Upright are Blessed & Prospered .............................................................. Verses 7,8,9,10 – Works of God; God’s Providence Among Men, Generally; The King of the Earth .......................... Exodus 19:10 – Sacred Places; Altars & Holy Places; Mount Sinai Set Apart for the Giving of the Law ................... Joshua 24:14-18. 23 ................................................................................................... Verses 14,23 – Idolatry & Superstition; Laws & Arguments Against Idolatry; Idol Worship Forbidden ..................... Verse 15 – Works of God; The Purposes of God; Men Addressed as Free Agents ............................................ Verse 16 – Man Redeemed; Duties & Graces of the New Life; Fidelity .................................................... Verse 17 – The Hebrews; The Exodus From Egypt; God’s Hand Recognized in the Deliverance (Jews were called Hebrews in ancient times) ........................................................................................................ Verse 18 – The Hebrews; In The Wilderness; Joshua’s Valedictory ....................................................... Scripture & reference taken/used from: KJV Topical Reference Bible & KJV Precious Promise Bible

Love Story - Jacob & Rachel

10-21-07 Sunday School Lesson — Story of Love – Jacob & Rachel ........................................................ Key Verse – Jacob served seven years for Rachel; & they seemed unto him a few days, for the love he had to her (Genesis 29:20) ............................................................................................................... 10-28-07 Sunday School Lesson — Esau & Jacob Reunite Peacefully (Background scripture: Genesis 33:1-20) Lesson Scripture: Genesis 33:1-11. .......................................................................................... Key Verse – Jacob served seven years for Rachel; & they seemed unto him a few days, for the love he had to her (Genesis 29:20) ............................................................................................................... The Family – Modes of Getting a Wife – Moved by Ardent (eager, glowing, strong) Affection. ............................ Genesis 29:20-35 ...................................................................................................... Verse 20 — And Jacob “served” seven years for Rachel; & they seemed unto him but a few days, for the love he had to her. ................................................................................................................. “served” — Hosea 12:12 — Industrial Employments & Products — Care of Live Stock — Shepherds .......................... Jacob was in agreement to work-serve for Rachel for his wife .......................................................... True LOVE ............................................................................................................ Cancer Rate Drop Faster Than Ever …….. I saw this on the Internet Headlines & in a Newspaper Headline at a store on 10/15/07 …….. I do believe that October is Cancer Awareness Month ……. This is a love story in itself …. story of love ……. Jesus loves us. .................................................................................................. John 3:16 — LOVE — Jesus Christ died for the sins of mankind .. the world I Corinthians 13 — Love Chapter I Corinthians 13:3 — the greatest is charity “love” ................................................................................. Genesis 29:20-35 ...................................................................................................... Verses 21, 22, 23 — The Family — The Wedding — Consummation (sum it up) .............................................. Ephesians 5:25 — Husbands love your wives, even as Christ loved the Church, & gave himself for it. ................... Verses 21, 22, 23 – ................................................................................................... And Jacob said unto Laban, Give me my wife … .......................................................................... And Laban gathered together all the men of the place, & made a feast .................................................. And it came to pass in the evening, that he took Leah his daughter, & brought her to him … ........................... Men stay sober — Could this have been the case of Jacob not knowing that he was marrying Leah instead of Rachel ....... Sowing & reaping … What did Jacob do to his father & brother? ........................................................ God’s Plans are on HIS Timetable in Eternity .......................................................................... Verses 24,29 – ........................................................................................................ And Laban gave unto his daughter Leah Zilpah his maid for an handmaid. ................................................ And Laban gave to Rachel his daughter Bilhah his handmaid to be her maid. ............................................ Masters & Servants — Given as Dowry .................................................................................. Genesis 30:9 — When Leah saw she had stop having children, she took Zilpah her maid, & gave her to Jacob to wife (The Family, Parents & Children) .......................................................................................... Genesis 30:1-8 — Rachel giveth her handmaid Bilhah to Jacob for she was barren — could not at have children. .......... Genesis 29:20-35 ...................................................................................................... Verses 25, 26, 27, 28, 30 — The Family — The Institution & Laws of Marriage — Polygamy & Concubinage Practised — The Patriarchs ........................................................................................................... And it came to pass, that in the morning, behold, it was Leah: & he said to Laban, What is this thou hast done unto me, did I not serve with thee for Rachel? ................................................................................ And Laban said, It must not be so done in our “country,” to give the younger before the firstborn. ................... Fulfil her week, We will give thee this also for the service which thou shalt serve with me yet seven other years. .......................................................... And Jacob did so, & fulfilled her week: & he gave him Rachel his daughter to wife also. .............................. …. he “loved” also Rachel more than Leah, & served with him “yet” seven other yeara. ................................. “country” — place (the eldest was to be married in their country/place before the youngest. Leah – eldest & Rachel – younger) ............................................................................................................. yet — Genesis 31:41 — Jacob served 20 years in Laban’s house, 14 years for Leah & Rachel, 6 years for cattle, & Laban changed his wages 10 times. ......................................................................................... Genesis 29:20-35 ..................................................................................................... Verse 31 — And when the LORD saw that Leah was hated, he opened her womb: but Rachel was barren. ..................... Miracles — Supernatual Bodily Gifts — Gift or Denial of Children ...................................................... Jacob loved Rachel Food for Thought — Question — Did Leah have to pay a high price for being an unwanted wife — unloved? ............................................................................................................. Genesis 29:20-35 ..................................................................................................... Verses 32, 33 — The Family — Parents & Children — Children the Gift of God ............................................ And Leah conceived, & bare a son, & she called his name “Reuben”: for she said, surely the LORD hath “looked” upon my affliction; now therefore my husband will love me. .................................................................... And she conceived again, & there a son; & said, Because the LORD hath heard that I was hated, he hath therefore given me this son also: & she called his name “Simeon.” ..................................................................... Reuben — see a son .................................................................................................... looked — Exodus 3:7 — Israel in Egypt — God Remembers HIS Covenant ................................................... Simeon — hearing ...................................................................................................... Genesis 29:20-35 — The Family — Parents & Children — Birth ............................................................ And she conceived again, & bare a som; & said, Now this time will my husband be joined unto me, because I have borne him three sons: therefore was his name called “Levi.” ................................................................ And she conceived again, & bare a son: & she said, Now will I praise the LORD: therefore she called his name “Judah”: & “left” bearing ....................................................................................................... Levi — joined ......................................................................................................... Judah — praise ........................................................................................................ left — stood from bearing(having children) ............................................................................ Judah — Jesus Christ came from his line — Genesis 49:10 & Matthew 2:6 ................................................. With every childbirth Leah felt like Jacob would love her. ............................................................ Lastly this was not in the sunday school lesson but I did wish to share this ……....................................... Genesis 30:17-21 — Leah had two sons “Issachar & Zebulun” & one daughter “Dinah” by Jacob. ............................ Dinah — Women watch & pray — be careful — Genesis 34:1,2,5,7

1 of 2 .. Wisdom & Justice

http://bizcovering.com/management/characteristics-of-wise-leaders .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 7/15/2012 .... Wisdom & Justice .............................Sunday School Lesson for 7/15/2012 .............................................................................................................I Kings 3:16-28; II Chronicles 9:8 ............................................................. This link came from my Teacher's Guide .................................................................................................................................................................................. At a later date I'll share more about this lesson

Free - Bible Study Tools

The Internet offers ... "free" ... online .... Bible Study Tools but choose them wisely. ................................ Blue Letter Bible - http://www.blueletterbible.org .................................................................... Bible Study Tools at Crosswalk - http://biblestudytools.com ............................................................ Study Light - http://www.studylight.org ................................................................................. Bible Gateway - http://www.biblegateway.com ............................................................................ With an economy that does not look so well to some I would suggest to become frugal when you can, but use and choose "truthful Biblical applications" for studying and researching the Scriptures. .......................................... Some bookstores maybe in your local areas may even offer discounts or sales so watch out for this as well. .............. Build a reference library. You will need good Bible study reference resources. .......................................... Concordances, Commentaries, Bible Dictionaries, Bible handbooks, Language tools, Topical Study Tools, Maps and Charts will give you a greater understanding of the Scriptures. ............................................................... Look around in your home you just might have some Family Keepsakes that are covered with dust that is worth studying from before you buy anything.

Don't Touch Me Volume 1 .. Book Review

This book is about child sexual molestation and the road to healing. .................................................. My recommendations for healing would be to seek assistance from a trusted Christian Counselor, support group or Counseling. The Bible is also a great way to heal. .................................................................... The apostle Paul tells us in Philippians to press on. ................................................................. In order to completely heal you must forgive. You must forgive those who have harmed you or hurt you or your loved ones for Jesus forgave us. ................................................................................................. Watch and Pray. ...................................................................................................... There are wolves in sheep clothing as well so beware, be alert, be sober minded. .................................... This book reveals that Tweety as well as ourselves are imperfect people; and she is in the process of healing. ........ This book is designed to aid those with pain or painful pasts and to go on a journey of their own. .................... Tweety appreciates and appreciate every spiritual leader past and present who has ever been placed in her life and is thankful that God has kept her covered by the many prayers of her spiritual leaders. ................................. The names have been changed in this book in order to protect those still struggling with the fear of exposure. ........ Tweety is thankful for her husband and daughter who allowed her to expose details about their lives. .................. There is a journal as well for each reader to write their own experiences such as happy memories, unhappy memories and at the end of the journal are nine pages for each reader to write notes of their personal roads to healing. ........... What makes our lives so significant on this earth is the fact that everything has a purpose. .......................... She discovered that life's journey is designed to be a victorious journey, in spite of everything. Being healed from depression, low self-esteem, the disease of pleasing people, marital and family problems, and the stigma of abuse and molestation is what compelled her to write about her life. Everyone goes through pain at some point and time in their lives. ............................................................................................................... In order to be in healthy relationships and have healthy attitudes about life, many of our past issues need to be dealt with and then we can be on the road to healing. ....................................................................... It is always good to acknowledge pain and face the hurt. All pain matters because each individual matter. Pain can be something such as a disapproving look, but if it hurts then it is very significant and it is worth dealing with. ...... Tweety was able to forgive and release the person to God, in spite of their denial. ................................... Many times people carry hurtful scars into their adult lives without ever realizing the impact it has on how they handle life and relationships. Pain can lead to a maturing process towards positive change. She asks God to show her what she needed to learn in order to help her continue to grow and move forward in life instead of finding herself struck all the time and not moving forward. ........................................................................... Acknowledgement of hurt and anger is actually a positive start towards the healing journey and sometimes it takes courage to face pain. ................................................................................................ Excessive Baggage ..................................................................................................... Tweety held on to the baggage of a painful life of sexual abuse growing up. The difficult part of her life was facing the pain. ............................................................................................................. Are there some things that bother you from your childhood? ............................................................ She wanted to understand why her granddaddy sexual abused her. ........................................................ She discovered her granddaddy as a pedophile after she read and studied the characteristics of such. Pedophiles are adults who engage in sexual activities through contact with children. They use friendship, love, and trust to deceive. ................................................................................................................ The responsibility of adults is to display responsible and healthy behavior towards children. ........................ Any type of abuse can lead to low self-esteem, depression and deeper issues for some victims. ........................ A child can not seduce an adult who understands their proper role and responsibility to a child. ...................... Tweety wanted to matter so much she thought about the possibility of saying something out of desperation to try and make up with her abuser, Pastor Jacobs; this is how much she felt about being important. .............................. Understanding the mindset of Pastor Jacobs and her Granddaddy helped her to resolve a lot of guilt and allow her to begin the healing process. Pedophiles find ways to be around children as often as possible even though most people who work around children are not pedophiles. Pedophiles blend in with the mixture of morally upright people and are hard to weed out. ............................................................................................................ Children are raised by their parents and grown up and become parents as well. They end up following a lot of the same ways, traditions, and habits taught them. ............................................................................. She felt like she was loving her mother and daddy more than they were loving her. They didn't want granddaddy to go to jail. Deep in her subconscious, she didn't feel like granddaddy paid for his wrong doing. She had to live with this and it affected her even though they never saw him for many years. ........................................................ Thousands of victims just walk away from the situation and carry a lifetime of scars with them. ...................... Every time she kept silence, she left an open door for the person who needed to be stopped. She gave them the opportunity to keep on doing it to someone else. ..................................................................... You can't care about the abuser more than you love yourself and a world full of other innocent victims. ............... God never intends for people to be your total source. Each person has within them the power to seek wisdom from God personally. God often works through people, but you have to be careful to ensure that people are not your total source. Your main source should be God. She has respect for the spiritual leaders who God has placed in her life. ............ God knew her as well as all of us before we were formed in our mother's womb and He called us here with a divine purpose and destiny. .................................................................................................. You have to believe and have faith in God for yourself. .............................................................. Everything that happens in life has a reason. It's about choices, consequences and lessons. ........................... Rape is an act of aggression and is one of the most violent and dehumanizing forms of human abuse. A rapist may sexually assault, any woman regardless of age, appearance, social status or race. ..................................... I would like to add that you have to even talk to and make your young boys and smaller boys aware of this as well. ................................................................................ She grew up in a black Holiness Church most of her life. As children growing up in this church, they kept each other secrets of incest, rape, physical abuse, and pedophilia activities committed by family and some of the church leaders. ......................................................................................................... There's a fine line between serving God and being controlled by religious traditions. ................................. There is a difference between being religious and righteous. ......................................................... A church is only as strong and wise as its leaders. She has great respect for the people of God. ..................... She had given up on Church for many years until one day she learned to listen to her inner voice at home all alone in her room. ........................................................................................................... The Holy Spirit is our Guide, Leader and Present Help. ............................................................... She respects and appreciate every spiritual leader past and present who has ever been placed in her life and is thankful that God was keeping her covered by the many prayers of her spiritual leaders. ............................... Arteria Stevens sent me a free copy of her books for review. ......................................................... "Tweety" Arterial Stevens is the author of Don't Touch Me Volume 1. She was raised in a Black Holiness Church and raised in the projects of Atlanta, Georgia. Wounded throughout her child hood by sexual abuse, facing depression and low self-esteem. Facing her pain will allow her to heal, move beyond unforgiveness, become a better person and live a better life.

Cash In On Sports .. 2005

The only update that I would make to this article is learning how to create ideas for a blog. (2/2013) .......................................................... How many sports teams have their own websites? Learn to promote and market your team, ideal, venture, business, etc. online. ........................................................................................................................................................ I wrote this article in 2005 while being the Business Coach & Insurance Host - Editor - Writer at another site. ....................................................................................................................... How many women - female love sports? Are you missing out on a great income opportunity or biz venture? ......................................................................................................................... The late godfather of soul, James Brown once had a song out "It's a Man's World and it would be nothing without a what? Did he say a woman and a girl? ....................................................................................................................... How many sports teams have their own websites? Is this a venture for someone to consider? ....................................................................................................................... Your website could share with others about the team, ideal, venture, service, product, etc. Having a website is very important, it is like having an office. ......................................................................................................................... Learn to promote and market your team, ideal, venture, business, etc. online. You could hire a professional, high school or college student to build - design your website - webpage(s) for you. ...................................................................................................................... The person who build your webpage could also manage it, make updates as needed.

Awed by Greatness .. 2/3/2013

Sunday School Lesson for 2/3/2013. Unit III. Imitating Jesus. Awed by Greatness. Colossians 1:15-20. ................. Christ & Creation ... Colossians 1:15-17 ............................................................................. Christ & The Church .. Colossians 1:18 ............................................................................... Christ & Reconciliation ... Colossians 1:19-23 ....................................................................... Colossians was written to the Christians at Colosse, in Asia Minor (Turkey today) in reply to an inquiry which they had sent after his health and welfare. The Church was founded at Colosse, but it is doubtful that the apostle Paul was never there. ......................................................................................................... This Epistle is exhorting to the Christian faith and practice. ....................................................... Colossians 1:15-20 .................................................................................................... Verse 15 - Jesus Christ; Christ's Divinity; Is Made Equal With God .................................................... (Exodus 33:18-23; John 4:24; John 14:5-11 ... Reference Scriptures in Sunday School Book) ............................. No one could see God and live. Christ is the image of God from eternity to eternity. ..................................................................................................................... Verses 16 - 17 ....................................................................................................... Verses 16 - Jesus Christ; Christ's Divinity; Performs the Works of God, In Creating .................................. Verses 17 - Jesus Christ; Christ's Divinity; Performs the Works of God, In Preserving All Things. ... Jesus Christ; Christ's Divinity; Christ Possesses the Attributes of God, Is Superior to Men & Angels ................................ (Genesis 1:1-2; John 1:3; Romans 8:38; Ephesians 6:12; Jude 6; Hebrews 1:2; John 1:1-2; Revelation 22:13; Hebrews 1:3 .. Reference Scripture in the Sunday School Book) ................................................................... Before "time" and "anything was created" Christ already existed. (verse 17) ...................................................................................................................... Verses 18-20 .......................................................................................................... Verse 18 - Jesus Christ; Figurative Characters of Christ; The Head of the Body. ... Jesus Christ; Christ's Divinity; Christ Possesses the Attributes of God; Is Superior to Men & Angels .................................................. Verse 19 - Jesus Christ; Christ's Divinity; Is Made Equal With God ................................................... Verse 20 - Jesus Christ; Offices of Christ; Our Propitiation; (Propitiation - an atoning sacrifice). ... Man Redeemed; The New Covenant; All May Be Saved. .................................................................................. Christ is the Head of The Body (Church) .............................................................................. The Church is in the hearts of those called out for service which is the believers/Christians/Saints of God not the building structure. .................................................................................................. Christ is the Creator of the universe/world and Establisher of the Church. Christ should have priority of our thoughts (spoken & unspoken) as well as our day-to-day-living. ................................................................. (Mathew 16:18; I Corinthians 12:12-30; I Corinthians 3:16-17; Romans 6:9; I Corinthians 15:12-28; Romans 5:10 ... Reference Scriptures in the Sunday School Book) ...................................................................... Colossians 1:20 - Despite our "chatoic world," that we live in .. what holds the world together is, the reconciliation and peace of Christ. .................................................................................................. Scripture & reference used/taken from: KJVTopical Reference Bible & KJV Precious Promise Bible; & Merrian Webster's Deluxe Dictionary

1/30/2013 .. True Worship

Devotional for 1/30/2013. These devotions are for Pastors, Christian Leaders & Workers, Junior, Young Adult & Senior Missionaries. ...................................................................................................... Jan/Feb/March 2013 Devotional & Educational Quarterly emphasis is on "True Worship." ................................ Devotion Scriptures - Matthew 4:10; Zechariah 14:9 ................................................................... Topic Scriptures - Exodus 6:7, 7:5; Isaiah 42:8-9; Exodus 12:12; Deuteronomy 6:4-5, 32:39 ............................ Psalms/Tehillim 86:10 ... For thou art great, & doest wondrous things: thou art God alone. .......................... Psalms - In Hebrew, "Praises." ....................................................................................... A collection of sacred poems instead for use in worship of Jehovah. .................................................. The Hebrew title of this treasury of "prayer, praise, & adoration" is Sepher Tehilloim', the Book of Praises." ........ Matthew 4:10 - Angels; Satan; Tempted Christ, To Purchase Dominion .................................................... Zechariah 4:10 - God; Attributes of God As Being, Unity of God ........................................................ Exodus 6:7 - The Hebrews; God's Chosen People; Origin & Call of the Hebrews (In ancient times the Jews were called Hebrews. Abraham was the first Hebrews). .............................................................................. Exodus 7:5 - Miracles; Miracles Considered; Purposes of Miracles ...................................................... Isaiah 42:8 - God; Anthropomorphic & Anthropopathic Representations of God. (Anthropomorphic - having human form or human attributes) (Anthropopathic - having human feelings) ............................................................ Isaiah 42:9 - God; Attributes of God; As Person; Fore-knowledge ....................................................... Exodus 12:12 - Idolatry & Superstition; Ruin of Idols; Divine Threats ................................................. Deuteronomy 6:4 - God; Attributes of God As Being, Unity of God ....................................................... Deuteronomy 6:5 - Duties To God; LOVE; Duty of Loving God ............................................................. Deuteronomy 32:39 - God; Attributes of God As Person; Irresistible .................................................... Deuteronomy 32:39 - Promise - Health & Healing ........................................................................ This devotional is set up to read/study once a week. We choose every Wednesday. ....................................... Scripture & reference taken/used from: KJV Topical Reference Bible & KJV Precious Promise Bible; Readers's Digest Complete Word Finder & Merrian Webster's Deluxe Dictionary

Jan/Feb/March 2013 – Events

Calendar of Events of National & International Months & Days for January, February, & March 2013.. This is not a complete list but the ones that I chose to dwell on. ................................................................................................................ January – National .......................................................................................... Mentoring ........................................................................................................... Health Awareness .................................................................................................... Staying Healthy ....................................................................................................... Cervical Health Awareness ......................................................................................................................................................... February – I Corinthians 13 .......................................................................................... American Heart ...................................................................................................... Black History ......................................................................................................... Creative Romance ..................................................................................................... National Children’s Dental Health .................................................................................... National Weddings ......................................................................................................................................................................... March ................................................................................................ American Dietetic Association ........................................................................................ National Nutrition Month (US) ........................................................................................ Colorectal Cancer Awareness ......................................................................................... Resurrection Sunday ................................................................................................... Women’s History (US) ................................................................................................. National Reading Day (US) March 2 .................................................................................... International Women’s Day March 8 .....................................................................................

Gaining the Prize ... 1/27/2013

Sunday School Lesson for 1/27/2013. Unit II. Exalting Christ. Gaining the Prize. Philippians 3:12-16. ............................................................... Philippians 3:12-16 ... Paul, past and present (Warning Digression)................. What motivates us to press toward a goal? .......................................... Philippians 3:12,13,14 ... Man Redeemed; Duties and Graces of The New Life; Perfection, Absolute Perfection Not Found ............................................... verses 12,14 ... rules for running the Christian race .............................. On earth, no believer/Christian will reach spiritual perfection. Paul's example for us/christians is to continue to press for the goal - Heaven. ....................... Like the apostle Paul, we must strive to make peace with our past and move forward. ................................................................................. Paul's prize, as well as believer's prize is imperishable. Our prize is more valuable than runners in a game/contest. ................................................... Philippians 3:15a ... Man Redeemed; Blessedness of the New Life; Growth in Grace ................................................................................... Christians/believers have been made righteous before God; but we still have sinful natures. Believers/christians have no excuse to live as we please - even though we will never reach perfection on earth. When we sin, we should confess/repent to Jesus, whose blood cleanses us and returns us back to our positions of perfection. We will be pressing for spiritual perfection until Jesus presents us faultless before HIS Father in Heaven. ................................................................... Philippians 3:15b-16 .... Man Redeemed; Blessedness of The New Life; Growth in Grace .................................................................................. Christians/believers should have the same mind/attitude; this is what the apostle Paul was telling the Church at Philippi. ......................................... Christians have different levels of spiritual maturity. We should be focused on being more like Christ each day, anticipating His second coming - this is when Christians will become like Christ (Glorification - Romans 8:30). ............................ Believers are not to take credit for their accomplishments, but give God the Glory. (Matthew 5:45) ................................................................................. Matthew 5:45 ... Works of God; God's Providence Among Men; Sends Good & Evil to Good & Bad Alike...... God; Attributes of God As Person; God's Goodness. ......................... This lesson only has four verses but there were many Scriptures within the lesson that I read, studied and wrote notes on. Since it was so lengthy I have not shared it online but would gladly share if requested next week. ............................. Scripture reference used/taken from: KJV Topical Reference Bible & Zondervan Bible Commentary

Career Info Tips & Ideas

Family, Career, Job, Scholarship, & Skills ..................................................................................... Skills ... listening, parenting, reading ..................................................................................... At one time I was the bapist, business coach, and insurance host/editor for the 2nd women largest women website in the world. It was quite a journey and I did learn much........................................................................................................................................................................... http://youthlinks.com/career_planning/education.htm .............................................................................................................................................................................. When I share websites/urls I do check them at the time of sharing to insure that the information I share is family-friendly ... but we do know that as time goes on sometimes websites/urls changes hand but as of January 26,2013 this information is what I wanted to share.

WWW/Life Management/Christian Leadership

Invest – Teach – Mentor: via of classes, study groups, or seminars. Need a teacher or mentor contact me.

Watch and Pray

Wolves in Sheep Clothing: Be sober minded/alert

Teach Biblical Truths: II Timothy 2:15; Deuteronomy 4:2, 12:32; Revelations 22:18,19

Now I must share that I have never attended Theology/Seminary School; so someone with greater insight may be able to expound further.

Jesus’s Ministry was about meeting the needs of people: healing, teaching, service, & preaching. (I am not a preacher nor evangelist) God’s Plan For The Church – Matthew 16:18; I Corinthians 12:12-26; Colossians 1:15-29; Philippians 2:5 Success – Joshua 1:8

The Upright are Blessed & Prosperous —— Prosperity in Biz & Finance (success means different things to different individuals) Matthew 5:45 – Works of God; God’s Providence Among Men; Sends God & Evil to Good & Bad Alike. God Attributes of God As Person, God’s Goodness

The WWW/Internet provides an avenue that might not be available in your city, state, and or home location for possible network opportunities …. now this is the reason why I went to the Internet in 2000 and have not looked back. The Internet has given birth to a new Entrepreneurial Force on a Global Expansion that has and could be developing into greater ways for ministry as well as starting a home business and the growth of a home biz, possible job creation, and company growth for brick-and-mortar biz. (5/15/2000 Angela Watkins)



There is no excuse for no ministry, organization, biz, or individual not to have a social media presence or own a blog. Blogs and social media at this moment are free.

Use your time wisely on social media and creating/marketing your blogs.

Personally I have had a free website, writing profiles, domains, and blogs ever since I have been online. Don’t think I had lots of money for I did not. I did though use free resources in all my daily activities from my home. (At a later date I will share more on this subject)

Holy Spirit – Comforter, Guide, Help …… Galatians 5:16-17, 18-21, 22-26; Acts 9:17-18; Acts 8:29-38

We are not to boast/belittle but uplift the Church/Kingdom of God – Colossians 3:23

Leadership – Mark 10:42; Romans 12:6,8; I Peter 4:10; Deuteronomy 1:13

Kindness – Luke 10:30-35; Matthew 25:31-46; Romans 12:8; Galatians 5:22 Kindness knows no race, color, social
background, but acts where there is a need. (This might be my gift … I don’t know what my gift is)

If someone does not receive you/me move on ………..


Life Management Skills: Study Groups, Classes, Seminars Ideas:

Domestic Violence/Abuse(mental, verbal, emotional)

Healthy Lifestyles

Caregivers

Women & children welfare & safety

Financial Management/Planning

Loneliness – singles, senior citizens, widows, divorced


Two Books I Reviewed could be great tools for Financial Management Tools:

January 2005 – The Debt Diet … An Easy To Follow Guide To Shed Debt & Spending by Ellie Kay (Ellie Kay is known as America’s Financial Expert) I might revisit this book and do an updated review




November/December 2012 – The Heart of Financial Matters by Eddie Hedges …. Mr. Hedges is a retired banker, CEO, President of 3 banks in Texas. This book shares on Biblical Principles not a get-rich-quick-book.

Gain & Loss .. 1/20/2013

Sunday School Lesson for 1/20/2013. Unit II. Exalting Christ. Gain and Loss. Philippians 3:7-11. ............................................................... Philippians 3:7-11 .... Paul: past and present (Warning Digression) ................ Philippians 3:7 - Man Redeemed; Justification; Faith the Instrumental Cause ......... Have you ever purposely accepted a short-term loss to achieve a long-term gain? Now if you/we/me have, compare those losses and gains with the Christian life. .......... The things that the apostle Paul had counted as a .... gain .... he now counted as a .... loss. ....................................................................... Paul left an amazing record for us; Christ was more valuable than anything he had or would ever "earn" in his self-righteous spiritual life. ............................ Philippians 3:8-9 ... Man Redeemed; Justification; Faith the Instrumental Cause ..... Justification (the past) - Philippians 3:7-9 ........................................ Sanctification (the present) - Philippians 3:10-14 .................................. Glorification (the future) - Philippians 3:15-16 .................................... The Law was not able to save mankind (Galatians 2:21) ............................... The apostle Paul in the past had been a sinner, but was made justified (Romans 4:3) with God (Romans 10:3) by faith (Romans 3:22; 10:8-10) in Jesus Christ (Philippians 3:9; II Corinthians 5:21) ........................................................... On the Cross at Calvary, God exchanged our sinfulness with Christ's righteousness (II Corinthians 5:21). No one can be saved on someone else's experience of Salvation. This is a personal matter, with continual faith in Christ. .......................... Philippians 3:10-11 ................................................................. Verse 10 - Jesus Christ; The Burial & Resurrection of Christ; Explanation, By New Testament Writers ................................................................... Verse 11 - Eschatology(Last Things); The Resurrection of The Body; The Believer's Longing ............................................................................. The apostle Paul was growing more like Christ through Christ's power (I Corinthians 6:11). .............................................................................. The only way to personally know and experience Christ was through experiential learning .... The apostle Paul wanted the Philippian Church to know that the study of God's Word would give them .... "book" .... knowledge of Christ (John 5:39; II Peter 3:18). ............................................................................... At the second coming of Christ we will experience resurrection/transformation (Philippians 3:21; I Thessalonians 4:13-18). ......................................... Self-worth of many people resides in accolades/honors/awards/material possessions they have and or their accomplishments in life...... Think on the true value of your(my) life when we are stripped of our achievements .... The apostle Paul believed that no achievement in the earthly life is worth anything when compared to the value of knowing Christ Jesus .... Value resides in everything, from the .... smallest ... and the ... last, ... this was stressed by Jesus in "The Parable of the Lost Sheep." ............................................................................ The Christian life requires growing in maturity to correctly evaluate the importance of secular and spiritual things. Growing and maturing in Christ requires constant commitment and re-commitment. ....................................................... The Saints of God must have complete trust in Christ. .............................. Scripture reference used/taken from: KJV Topical Reference Bible & Zondervan Bible Commentary

Entrepreneurship: Should It Be Promoted In Christian Ministries?

Why or why not should Entrepreneurship be promote in church ministry? .............. The Prophet Jeremiah Purchased Real Estate: Jeremiah 32:7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14,15,25,43,44 ................................................. The Cross/Gospel/Ministry of Jesus Christ should not be compromised. ................ There are lost souls, people in need, children being abused, and people struggling for power and wealth. .............................................................. But, also in this day of economic downturn this subject could be studied and looked at by someone who has a greater insight and have studied extensively or who have Theological Training. ............................................................... I would recommend to allow the Holy Spirit to lead/guide those in the Leadership Role(s) of the Christian Ministry to decide whether or not to promote Entrepreneurship in the Church Ministry. ........................................... We attend Church in unity with the Saints of God to Worship the Lord and Praise the Lord. .............................................................................. Jesus’s Ministry was also meeting the needs of the people. Whether healing, raising the dead, teaching on how to obtain everlasting life. ............................... Everything should be done in order. ................................................. Civil & Social Life; Business Affairs; Inheritance; Birthright: Genesis 48:13,14,17,18,19 ................................................................... Business Habits; Honesty & Diligence: Proverbs 16:8; 22:29 .......................... Benefits of Trade: Genesis 34:20,21,22,23 ......................................... Fraud: Leviticus 19:11; I Thessalonians 4:6,7 ...................................... Man’s Original Employment; Before The Fall: Genesis 2:8,9,15 ....................... Man’s Original Employment After The Fall: Genesis 3:23; 4:2

Why Give Freebies Away? Check Out This Link

Entrepreneur’s Journal: When it makes sense to give your product …............................................................................... Ideas is shared there as well at Blogging Stocks — http://www.bloggingstocks.com/2007/10/06/entrepreneurs-journal-when-it-makes-sense-to-give-your-product/ ..................................................................................... The domain/websites listed are no longer mine. I was the original created of the names of the domains, for I name them after me. ................................................................................. I once earlier in the year was invited to share with a small group of ladies and I told them that the Library should be one of their best friends. Why? The library has an array of books on many topics for those who do not have a budget to purchase books. No two people will view things the same way as well as no two businesses. ...................................................................................... Angela’s Writing Profile: http://www.writers.net/writers/21422

Pray for Our Troops

This is not a new article/story. This article/story is over 6 years old. It was shared with me and I asked for permission to publish it some years ago. ..................................................................................... http://www.patrioticwebsitesofamerica.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=126:the-foster-a-soldier-program&catid=3:blog-patriotic&Itemid=20 ....................................................................................... The domain/website listed is no longer mine. I was the original creater, builder, designer of my domain. I created my domains from my name. I have had as many as 4 domains. ............................................................................................ Angela’s Writing Profile: http://www.writers.net/writers/21422

1 of 2 ... 9/9/2001 Sunday School Lesson

Talks about Jesus calming a storm the week of 9/9/2001. My sunday school lesson was from Matthew 8:23-27; Matthew 14:14-21. ............................................ My Sunday School Bible Reading for the Week of 9/9/2001: ............................ Mon — Mark 4:35-41 .................................................................. Tuesday — Matthew 14:22-27 .......................................................... Wed — Matthew 14:28-33 ............................................................... Thur — Mark 8:1-13 .................................................................. Fri — Mark 8:14-21 .................................................................. Sat — Matthew 8:18-27 .............................................................. Sun — 9/9/2001 — Matthew 14:14-21 .................................................................................... My sunday school lesson for 9/9/2001 came from Matthew 8:23-27; 14:14-21.

2 of 2 .. 9/9/2001 Jesus Calms The Storm

9/9/2001 Sunday School Lesson ..................................................... When the storm arose on the Sea of Galilee, it often came without warning. In Mark 4:35-41 and Matthew 8:23-27 there are Biblical Words of Comfort. ................... When the storm arose on the Sea of Galilee, it often came without warning. In Mark 4:35-41 and Matthew 8:23-27 there are Biblical Words of Comfort and Promises. ....... A little history on The Book “Gospel of Mark”: The Gospel was written under the sanction of Peter. He scarely refers to the Old Testament and the word law does not once occur. In some reference books it is stated that this Gospel was meant for for use amongst Gentiles. It was written about 30 years after the death of Jesus Christ. It is the history of the war of Jesus against sin and evil in the world during the time that he dwelt as a Man among men. ............................................. Jesus Disciples went with HIM in taking a ship ride to the other side of the Sea of Galilee. Jesus goes below deck and goes to sleep. A Storm comes up right away and HIS Disciples were threatened. HIS Disciples let a panic attack take them over and called out to Jesus, “Teacher do you not care that we are perishing?” Jesus arises from sleep and speaks to the wind and sea, “Peace, Be Still!” ............................ THE PROMISE: Safety From ALL Harm & Danger .......................................... Mark 4:40…And he said unto them, Why are ye so fearful? how is it that ye have no faith? ............................................................................. Mark 4:35-41 ....................................................................... verse 35…And the same day, when the even was come, he saith unto them, Let us pass over unto the other side. .......................................................... verse 36…And when they had sent away the multitude, they took him even as he was in the ship. And there were also with him other little ships. .......................... Jesus Ministry, Jesus Travels & Sojournings, The Next 2 Years of Jesus Ministry, Again in Galilee ................................................................... verse 37…And there arose a great storm of wind, and the waves beat into the ship, so that it was now full. ............................................................. Ships & navigations – storms ....................................................... verse 38…And he was in the hinder part of the ship, asleep on a pillow: and they awake him, and say unto him, Master, carest thou not that we perish? ............... verse 39…And he arose, and rebuked the wind, and said unto the sea, Peace, be still. And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm. .................................... verse 40…And he said unto them, Why are ye so fearful? how is it that ye have no faith? ............................................................................. verse 41…And they feared exceedingly, and said one to another, What manner of man is this, that even the wind and the sea obey him? .................................... MIRACLES – In The Upper Regions & In The Atomosphere – Tempest Stilled .............. Mark 6:45-51 ........................................................................ verse 45…And straightway he constrained his disciples to get into the ship, and to go to the other side before unto Bethsaida, while he sent away the people. ............. Jesus Christ, Christ Ministry, Jesus Travels & Sojournings, The Next 2 Years of Jesus Ministry, Again in Galilee ......................................................... verse 46…And when he had sent them away, he departed into a mountain to pray. ....... Christ’s Retirement & Solitude ...................................................... verse 47…And when even was come, the ship was in the midst of the sea, and he alone on the land. ....................................................................... Ships & Navigation, Working Ship ................................................... verse 48…And he saw them toiling in rowing; for the wind was contrary unto them: and about the fourth watch of the night he cometh unto them, walking upon the sea, and would have passed by them. ......................................................... MIRACLES In Water, Sinking Miraculously Prevented, Ships & Navigation, Working Ship ............................................................................... verse 49…But when they saw him walking upon the sea, they supposed it had been a spirit, and cried out: ............................................................. verse 50…For they all saw him, and were troubled. And immediately he talked with them, and saith unto them, Be of good cheer: it is I: be not afraid. ............... MIRACLES In Water, Sinking Miraculously Prevented ................................... verse 51…And he went up unto them into the ship; and the wind ceased: and they were sore amazed in themselves beyond measures, and wondered. .......................... MIRACLES In The Upper Regions, & In The Atmospher. Tempest Stilled .................. A little history on The Book “Gospel of Matthew was written by the Apostle in Hebrew and in Palestine in the first century. It was written for Jewish converts, to show them in Jesus of Nazareth the Messiah of the Old Testament whom they expected. It is pervaded by one priniciple, the fulfillment of the Law and of the Messianic prophecies in the person of Jesus. .................................................. The Power of Almighty God worked in Jesus and still does today. Even today, Jesus is “upholding all things by the word of his power” (Hebrews 1:3). ...................... If Jesus is with us and we are with Him, then we have no reason to be gripped by fear. He is powerful enough and wise enough to handle any situation we may be facing. Like Paul, we should be able to declare, “I can do all things through Christ which strengthen me” (Phillippians 4:13). ................................................. A Sudden Storm comes up. While all of this was taking place, Jesus was asleep. The boat was tossing widly, and the waves were splashing water. ......................... Mark 8:23: And when he was entered into a ship, his disciples followed him. ........ Mark 8:24: And, behold, there arose a great tempest in the sea, insomuch that the ship was covered with the waves: but he was asleep. ................................ The disciples realized that such a storm as this they felt a little in danger. Yes, Jesus could turn water into wine, HE could heal all kinds of diseases, HE could expel demons from people and all would be made whole. The disciples hope was in Jesus, so they went to Jesus to wake HIM up. ................................................ Mark 8:25: And his disciples came to him, and awoke him, saying, Lord, save us: we perish. ............................................................................. Mark 8:26: And he said unto them. Why are ye fearful, O ye of little faith? Then he arose, and rebuked the winds and th sea; and there was a great calm. ................ No manner of man could command the winds and sea to obey. Only God Almighty can do this. The disciples “little faith” was being molded into learning even greater truth about Jesus and HIS Power Over Storms, Demons and Human Nature. .................... Matthew 8:27: But the men marveled, saying, What manner of man is this, that even the winds and the sea obey him! ....................................................... Scripture text-history-reference: ................................................... Crusade @ Bible Publishers, Inc. 1970, Mt. Juliet, Tn, USA, 37122 .................... The Precious Promise Bible KJV, “International”, Copyright 1915/1908 By The J C Winston Co., Entered 1915/1908 At Stationer’s Hall, ALL Rights Reserved, Printed in USA .................................................................................. New Devotional “KJV” & Explanatory Bible, Old & New Testaments, Apocrypha, Concordance, & Psalms in Metre; Entered according to Act of Congress, in the year 1879, by J R Jones, in the Office of the Librarian of Congress at Washington

Marketing/Blogs/Social Media/SEO Tips

These tips/resources came from a friend of mine while he was watching the playoffs this evening/tonight. ................................................................... ..................................................................................... 10 Predictions for Inbound Marketing/SEO .... http://www.internetmarketinginc.com/blog/category/social-media/blogs/ ................................................................................. 7 Ways Social Media Can Save You Time Instead of Wasting It ... http://www.heinzmarketing.com/2011/10/seven-ways-social-media-can-save-you-time-instead-of-wasting-it/ ............................................................. Planning a 2013 Marketing Budget - 4 Things To Consider ... http://www.ocreativedesign.com/blog/?ID=88&t=Planning+a+2013+Marketing+Budget+-+Four+Things+to+Consider ......................................................... Blogging Goal #1: Make Your Blog Reader Happy .... http://www.hellobloggerz.com/blogging/make-blog-readers-happy ....................... SEO is dead ... Long Live Social Sharing ..................................... http://doteduguru.com/id8354-seo-is-dead-long-live-social-sharing.html ................................................................................ The above resources could be ideas for biz/non-profit organizations/ministry/careers/start-ups for home biz/small biz/etc.

Attitude Counts ... 1/13/2013

Sunday School Lesson for 1/13/13. Unit II. Exalting Christ. Attitude Counts. Philippians 2:5-11. ............................................................. This text/Scripture has been known as the Philippian hymn. ......................... Philippians 2:5-11 ... The mind of Christ: humiliation and exaltation. .............. Unity - Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus. (KJV) ............. Jesus Christ is our example of love, humility, & selflessness. ..................... (Ephesians 4:2 - be humble, patient, gentle, bearing with each other in love) ....... Philippians 2:5 .... Jesus Christ; Offices of Christ; Christ Our Example ........... We should have a humble attitude daily. ........................................... (Philippians 4:2 - Paul wrote to address strife in the Philippian Church) ............ Oneness of mind/purpose is the cure for strife. ..................................... Paul told the Philippian Church to have same mind, attitude, and love that Jesus had. .............................................................. Our total dependence is on Christ. ................................................ Jesus Christ was humble and served others. ....................................... We are free will agents - we choose our own attitude. .............................. Philippians 2:6-8 .......................................................... Verse 6 - Jesus Christ; Christ's Divinity; Is Made Equal With God ................. Verses 7,8 - Jesus Christ; Christ's Humanity; Christ's Incarnation ................ Christ's conception was by supernatural/miracle; He grew in the womb as a baby (Luke 2:52). Christ was 100% human on earth; but He was perfect, sinless, & holy (John 8:46; II Corinthians 5:21; Hebrews 4:15) .................................... Philippians 2:9-11 ............................................................ Verse 9 - Jesus Christ; Christ's Divinity; Christ Possesses the Attributes of God, Is Superior to Men and Angels ....................................................... Verse 10 - Jesus Christ; Christ's Divinity; Christ Possesses the Attributes of God, Is An Object of Worship ........................................................ Verse 11 - Jesus Christ; Christ's Divinity; Is Called Lord .......................... Christ is at the right hand of His Father (Hebrews 1:3) ............................ Isaiah prophecy is fulfilled (Isaiah 52:13) by God exalting His Son. .............. (At the name of Jesus demons tremble) ............................................. Christ has a name above every name. Christ is sitting at the right hand of God and has taken back His divine privileges (Hebrews 12:2) ............................... Every knee shall bow (Romans 10:9; Revelation 4:10-11; II Thessalonians 1:7-9; I Peter 3:18-22) ..................................................................... Psalm 2 - every thing/being will bow before Christ. ............................... God don't offer second chances once the blood has stopped running in your veins in your body (Hebrews 9:27) .......................................................... At times/some individuals are driven by the need to succeed exploit/step on others and abuse power as they fight their way to the top ................................. Jesus has on record a model for us to follow: selflessness, obedience, servanthood, and humility. .................................................................... We are to grow in faith and serve others. ......................................... Scripture reference used/taken from KJV Topical Reference Bible & Zondervan Bible Commentary

Biblical Teaching - Political

I wrote this over seven years ago and published it online... this is not a new article/Bible Study. .......................................................... Could this be a parable, reminder, and or warning for us today? .................... Parable - a heavenly story with an earthly meaning. .............................. God Controls Governments - Romans 13:1 Civil & Social Life - The Body Politic - Obedience to Rulers .......................................................... LET every soul "be" subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are "ordained" of God. ...................................... "ordained" - Or, ordered ........................................................... "be" - Daniel 4:32 ............................................................... And they shall drive thee from men, and thy dwelling shall be with the beasts of the field: they shall make thee to eat grass as oxen, and seven times shall over thee, until thou know that the most High ruleth in the kingdom of men, and giveth it to whomsoever he will. ............................................................. Read Daniel 4:32-37 in your spare time. ........................................... Romans 13:5 - Civil & Social Life, The Body Politic, Obedience to Rulers, Obey Government ................................................................... Wherefore ye must needs be subject, not only for wrath, but also for conscience sake. ...................................................................... Political Marriage - Marries Pharaoh's Daughter ................................. I Kings 3:1 - AND Solomon made affinity with Pharoah king of Egypt, and took Pharaoh's daughter, and brought her into the city of David, until he had made an end of building his house, and the house of the LORD, and the wall of Jerusalem round about. ....................................................................... II Chronicles 18:1 -- THE HEBREWS, The Kingdom of Judah, Jehosphat, Alliance with Israel .......................................................................... NOW Jehoshaphat had riches and honour in abundance, and joined affinity with Ahab. .................................. Daniel 11:6-11, 13 (Read in your spare time - Leagues and conflicts between the kings of the south and of the north) ................................................... Daniel 11:2 - the truth (Read Daniel 11:2 in your spare time)....................... Politicans should be diligent ...................................................... Romans 12:8 - Man Redeemed, Liberality in Giving, Cheerfulness Required ............. Or he that exhorteth, on exhortation: "he" that "giveth," let him do it "with" simplicity; he that ruleth, with diligence; he that sheweth mercy, with cheerfulness. ........................................................................ Pray for kings and others in authority - I Timothy 2:2,3,4,5,8,1 ................... For kings, and for all that are in "authority;" that we may lead a quiet and peaceful life in all godliness and honesty. ..................................... For this is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Saviour. .................. Who will have all men to be saved, and to come unto the knowledge of the truth. ..... For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus. ................................................ I will therefore that men pray every where, lifting up holy hands, without wrath and doubting. ................................................................... I EXHORT therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men; .......................................... Submit to government - Titus 3:1 ................................................... PUT them in mind to be subject to principalities and powers, to obey magistrates, to be ready to every good work. ..................................................... Electioneering - II Samuel 15:2-6 .................................................. (Read II Samuel 15 - it deals with Absalom's conspiracy) ........................... II Samuel 15:2-6: Civil & Social Rebellion, He Plays the Demagogue (a popular leader, a speaker, political influence) ............................................... II Samuel 15:2-6 .................................................................. And Absalom rose up early, and stood beside the way of the gate: and it was so, that when any man that had a controversy "came" to the king for judgment, then Absalom called unto him, and said, of what city art thou? And he said, Thy servant is of one of the tribes of Israel. ........................................................ And Absalom said unto him, See, thy matters are good and right; but "there" is no man deputed of the king to hear thee. ................................................. Absalom said moreover, oh that I were made judge in the land, that every man which hath any suit or cause might come unto me, and I would do him justice! .............. And it was so, that when any man came nigh to him to do him obeisance, he put forth his hand, and took him, and kissed him. ............................................ And on this manner did Absalom to all Israel that came to the king for judgment: so Absalom stole the hearts of the men of Israel. .................................... "came" - to come .................................................................. "there" - Or, none will hear thee from the king down-ward .......................... Scripture reference taken from ..................................................... KJV, Topical Reference Edition, Crusade Bible Publishers, Mt. Juliet, TN ............

1 of 3 ... Serving One Another .. 5/19/2013

Spiritual Gifts . 12 Step Programs . God . Jehovah-Jireh . Lord. Crisis . Trial . Suffering . Holiness . Christian Service . Love . Hospitality . Faith . Cost of Discipleship . Power of the Good News/Gospel . Sunday School Lessons


My Sunday School Lesson for the week of May 19, 2013 is coming from the Books of Luke, James, and I Peter.

In '2 of 3' I will be sharing more about the "Personal Assignment": Spiritual gifts inventory and 12 Step Program was a thought mentioned in my Sunday School Book for this lesson as a learning avenue.


Monday - May 13, 2013 - Trust God to Provide - Luke 12:22-28

Warning against anxiety & worldly care (Luke 12:22-34)

Jehovah-Jireh ... The Lord will provide (Genesis 22:13-14)

The Later Judaean Ministry (Luke 9:51-19:27)


Tuesday - May 14, 2013 - The Unfailing Treasure - Luke 12:29-34


Wednesday - May 15, 2013 - Be Alert & Ready - Luke 12:35-40

Warning of crisis ahead (Luke 12:35-59)







Thursday - May 16, 2013 - The Faithful & Prudent Manager - Luke 12:41-48

The crisis & the disciples (Luke 12:35-48)


Friday - May 17, 2013 - The Perfect Gift from Above - James 1:12-18

Trial & temptation (James 1:12-15)

God the source of all good gifts (James 1:16-18)

Introduction, Religion In A Time Of Trial (James 1:2-27)


Saturday - May 18, 2013 - Faithful in Little & Much - Luke 16:10-13

Teaching the disciples (Luke 16:1-17:10)


Sunday - May 19, 2013 - Good Stewards of God's Grace - I Peter 4:1-11

Holiness of Conduct required of Christians (I Peter 4:1-7)

Christian Conduct within the Brotherhood (I Peter 4:8-11)

The Suffering Of The Christian (I Peter 3:13-4:19)


Scripture reference used/taken from: Zondervan Commentary & KJV Topical Reference Bible

1/6/2013 Sermon - Catch The Vision

1/6/2013 Sermon preached by my Pastor. ................................. Habakkuk 2:1, 2, 3 - Catch The Vision ........................................ Habakkuk 1:2 ..................................................... Proverbs 29:18 .................................................................... Sharing some of my notes from the first sunday in January, 2013 Sermon preached by my Pastor. ................................................................... In your quiet time read the Scriptures. .......................................... Whatever vision God gives you He gives provision. In the vision God needs dedicated people. ......................................................................... God's plan supercedes man's plan. .................................................. Your worship needs to be for real. ................................................ You need to spiritually strategize ............................................... God is the coach. ................................................................ Invest in your church. ....................................................... Keep focus. ....................................................................... We Are To Get In Our Individual Gift. Whatever God wants us to do He has made the path way straight. ........................................................ Be patient. ...................................................................... Wait for the vision. ................................................................ If we wait God will hear and answer prayer.

Motives & Messages ... 1/6/2013 Sunday School Lesson

Sunday School Lesson for 1/6/13. Unit II. Exalting Christ. Motives and Messages. Philippians 1:15-26. .............................................................. In your quiet time you may read Philippians 1:15-26. ........................... Paul and The Philippians Church ................................................ Philippians 1:12-20 .... Paul's immediate circumstances .......................... Philippians 1:21-26 ... Paul and his prospects ................................... Philippians 1:15, 16, 17, 18 .... Sacred Persons and Offices; OF Spiritual Ministry In General; Ministerial Graces, Forbearance ....................................... Christians are strengthened in their faith through the prayers of others and the help of the Holy Spirit. ......................................................... God often/can use our impure motives, sufferings, and hardships to advance the Gospel ............................................................. (Ezra 1 - the Lord has the power to accomplish His divine purpose) .................. Philippians 1:19, 20 .... Sacred Persons and Offices; Of Spiritual Ministry In General; The Reward of Ministerial Fidelity .................................... Philippians 1:19-21 .... Power of Prayer ........................................ Philippians 1:21, 22, 23 ... Eschatology (Last Things); The Intermediate State; Retribution Begins, For The Good..... The Outward Man; The Death Of The Body; The Blessedness of Those Who Die in the Lord ......................................... Philippians 1:22, 23 .... Sacred Persons & Offices; Of Spiritual Ministry In General; Ministerial Graces, Zeal & Devotion ............................................ Philippians 1:22-26 .... Regardless of the Christian circumstances the Gospel requires commitment. ............................................................... Philippians 1:21 ... Sacred Persons & Offices; Of Spiritual Ministry In General; The Reward of Ministerial Fidelity .................................................. Philippians 1:24, 25, 26 ... Sacred Persons & Offices; Of Spiritual Ministry In General; The Reward of Ministerial Fidelity ....................................... Scripture reference used/taken from: KJV Topical Reference Bible & Zondervan Bible Commentary

2003 ... God Has His Plan And His Time

3-30-2003 ... God Has His Plan And His Time, By Pastor Peter Lujo of South Korea ..................................... When I did an e-newsletter Pastor Peter Lujo was on my mailing list. He would share sermons and scriptures with me. I located this online tonight. ..................... Pastor Peter Lujo Sermon preached this sermon in South Korea on December 15, 2002. Only we should know that in every single moment in our lives God never forget those who trust in Him. God has his own time to do what ever pleases Him through you and me. ............................................................................. I, Angela would like to share a little history to my understanding on Genesis, Ecclesiastes and Joesph. .................................................... When I am writing or researching I like to review maps to see where the area of my writings/research is located and I also like to look at old or ancient map photos as well. The meaning for the word "Genesis" means "birth" or "beginning." Genesis also has topics in order such as: The Creation, Garden of Eden, people before the flood, the flood, the Tower of Babel, scattering of races, lives of the patriarchs Abraham, Issac, Jacob and Joseph. .................................................... Genesis ends with the death of Joesph in Egypt. It was once brought to my attention to make a list of : a. all the beginnings in the book of Genesis. b. to have a map showing Mesopotamia, Canaan and Egypt when studying Genesis. ..................... The name Joseph means "he will add." Joseph was the 11th of Jacob's 12 sons and the firstborn of Rachel, who said when he was born, "The Lord shall add to me another son." (Genesis 30:24) Joseph has left on record a noble character, gentle, faithful and a forgiving spirit. Joseph was an interpreter of dreams; of the two prisoners (Genesis 40:5-23). ............................................................ If you review Genesis 40:6-13 you will see the Dreams of Pharaoh's Butler and Baker, Genesis 40:14 you will see "Gratitude Called For, " and Genesis 40:15 you will see Unjust Imprisonment. The meaning to my understanding for Ecclesiastes is "preacher" or "speaker." This book seems to have been written as talking to one's self. ....... Once you read Ecclesiastes you will notice the word "vanity" in the King James Version and it means that things will pass away, they are not lasting. If you review Ecclesiastes 7:8 you will see "patience." ................................... Now Pastor Peter Lujo Gives His Sermon Topic: God has His plan and His time and the Scripture Text is Genesis 40:6-15. ................................................ This Sermon will be preached Sunday, December 15, 2002 in South Korea. .............. The story of Joseph is one of the exiting in the Bible. The entire story illustrates the sovereignty of God and God’s providential care of His own. While Joseph had his faults, he still stands out as a spiritual giant in his own time. Joseph was one of the twelve Sons of Jacob from the lineage of Abraham; his own brothers jealously sold him to Egyptians, while in Egypt he was again sold to Potiphar (an official in Egyptian government). ......................................................... In Potiphar’s house he serve as houseboy, but yet some misfortunate followed him. Potiphar’s wife was a woman with out moral standard. She pursued Joseph to have sexual affairs, but Joseph’s mind was far away. He knew that even in the time of trial still one day the God whom he trust will come to his deliverance. Potiphar’s wife falsely accused him to her husband and Joseph innocently found himself in jail. ................................................................... While he was in prison he continued to trust God, the Bible tells us that God was with him. Now the butler and the baker were important officials in Pharaoh’s palace, the two officials committed crimes and were thrown in the same prison with Joseph, however God arranged their arrest for Joseph’s sake. Joseph had been treated unjustly, but he knew that one day God would fulfill His word. One night the two officials had terrible dream and Joseph notice how they were disturbed. God however, enabled Joseph to give an immediate interpretation. .............................. Upon interpretation of the dream Joseph added an urgent personal request to his statement to the kings cupbearer. He asked the official that, when he was restored to his position with Pharaoh, he would not forget the one who had interpreted his dream for him in prison. He politely told them that he had been stolen from the land of Hebrew, further more he had committed no crime that would warren his being placed in this prison. ................................................................... Every thing happened exactly the way Joseph had predicted. The dreams accurately predicted the future and this clearly indicated that God had sent these dreams and had enabled Joseph to correctly interpret them. Three days later the dreams were fully fulfilled. The chief bearer how ever, forgot all about the young Hebrew slave in the prison and his urgent request for intercession with Pharaoh in his behalf. .......................................................................... There is a hint of discouragement and unbelief, however, in Joseph’s request. Was Joseph leaning on the arm of the flesh? If so, the arm of the flesh failed him, for the butler completely forgot about Joseph for the next two years. This was a good lesson to Joseph never to trust in men. God was ultimately going to use the butler’s bad memory to deliver Joseph, but the right time had not yet come. ............... Now the lesson for us to learn is, why Joseph had to suffer despite his believe and trust in God? The fact that man has brought evil into the world has not escape God: Evil is here by man’s choice. But God is willing to use the presence of evil and the fallen state of man’s world to develop a people who will raise above and combat evil. This is why the Bible says we must overcome the evil world. We are to be over comers. If we are to overcome, we must first become fully aware of what an evil, selfish world we live in. ................................................................ We are not exempt from daily life in fallen world. Evil, injustice, and selfish are in operation everywhere and at all times, we are continually exposed to, and suffer the consequence of, life in a fallen world. We shouldn’t be overwhelmed by the selfishness of people. .................................................. Evil should come as no surprise. We should not be shaken. We should learn to expect it and refuse to be unsettled because of it. “ God uses evil in the world to develop us in two ways: First, as a battlefield in our lives. God doesn’t intend for us to be casualties by becoming confused, angry, or resentful. He wants us to know what is taking place on this planet to develop our lives; with out letting it overtakes us. ............................................................................... Secondly God uses the fallen world to develop us through trial, testing, and tribulations. Therefore, if we are armed with realistic expectation of tests, trials, and temptations, we will not be over whelmed and overtaken by them. Yes, Our God never let any of his Child down, when we fully trusted in Him. .................... As you continue the story of Joseph you will notice that God use a wicked woman (Potiphar’s wife) to put Joseph into prison. He used the butler’s forgetfulness to keep Joseph in prison. ....................................................... Now God later used Pharohs’s dream to remove Joseph from prison. Joseph was brought out of prison at exactly the right time to prepare well for the years of famine, which would come. God uses people and circumstance to carry out his purpose. (Ecclesiastes 7:8) ................................................................ Only we should know that in every single moment in our lives God never forget those who trust in Him. God has his own time to do what ever pleases Him through you and me. ....................................................................... God bless you. ................................................................. Pastor Peter Lujo