Samuel Wright Ministries Morning Manna The greatest tragedy of life is not unanswered prayer, but un-offered prayer. F. B. Meyer Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be known to God. And the peace of God which passes all understanding will guard your hearts and minds… Read More »
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Prayer will make a man cease from sin, or entice a man to cease from prayer. John Bunyan The Lord is far from the wicked, but He hears the prayer of the righteous. Proverbs 15:29
From the Pastor’s Desk
Samuel Wright Ministries Morning Manna The gift and the power of the Holy Spirit are not for sale. It is wicked to even think of such Acts 8: 1 – 4. The Sovereign God decided to gift His body of believers with spiritual gifts. The gift of the Holy Spirit is made available to the… Read More »
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Good evening UCC family, and District Pastors This is an urgent call for the church to come together with one accord to fast and pray. We are in desperate need for our Lord to intercede on our behalf. Our servant pool is rapidly declining. We need people to serve as teachers, ushers, music ministry voices,… Read More »
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Worth investing forty five minutes. Understand the moves and commands of God. Understand the TENSION that Pastor contends with. Embrace the reality that God summons those to come UP to where HE is in order to stand up to what He calls HIS leaders to do. Pray for your Pastors. Pray without ceasing. WAIT ON… Read More »
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Love is the cornerstone of the Christian Faith For God so loved the world that He gave [empathized, showed compassion, understanding and extended mercy], at the expense of His Son – Jesus the Christ. ~ John 3: 16 Love is the essence of obedience. It is the primary weapon for the healing of souls. The… Read More »
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“Forgiveness is the key which unlocks the door of resentment and the handcuffs of hatred. It beaks the chains of bitterness and the shackles of selfishness. The forgiveness of Jesus not only takes away our sins but it also makes them as if they had never been. That is the way we must forgive. The… Read More »
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Consider adding a study of the book of Ecclesiastes to your daily devotions. In fact, I recommend pairing Proverbs with Ecclesiastes. Both books provide a comprehensive guide to a balanced life through Godly instruction. Make it a summer endeavor! Enjoy
From the Pastor’s Desk
The pastor says they sit front and center. The gay boys. Sometimes they hold hands. And some folks have said he should address the issue. But the pastor tells me he doesn’t know what to say. There is the couple who are pregnant and not married. Walks in shame as her father a “Man of… Read More »
From the Pastor’s Desk
From the Pastor’s desk: Something to think about For the older men who may have been given well intended, but faulty direction. For the middle-aged men who long to be better than the previous generation but struggle with unrealistic expectations about life and living. For the young men who are determined to be… Read More »