Just a quick praise (the sermon will be posted soon)... today duirng a time of singing before the message, the Holy Spirit moved and we had a time of unprompted singing, praying, praising, lifting up voices, crying, and sensing his presence. Several minutes of the pure presence of God encountering his people in pure worship. We know and accpet by faith that God is always there among us and I am not an "emotional" person by nature, so when these special times of the Holy Spirit falling comes, they are precious to me. Thank you God for fallling afresh again, it reminds me that You are the same God who met us here upon our assignment to Homer, and You are not done advancing Your Kingdom. May You continue to move and empower and instruct. May your annointing always be here. May we always be faithful to praise and preach the Name of Jesus and encounter Your Holy Spirit. We serve a Risen Savior! Continue to bless Your Salvation Army for Your Glory!!!
Live holy, preach Jesus!
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Sunday, June 20, 2010
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
A report on Tonights Bible Study
Hello Salvation Army Soldiers, saints, and fellow followers of Jesus,
Just wanted to make a quick report on tonight's bible study time. We finished up our "personal evangelism study" mainly from Mark Cahill's book "one thing you can't do in heaven". We ended by watching two of his video teachings. It was quite a moving night for most of us (the spirit really moved). For the sake of time I will say we discussed my prayer request for the church to be praying because I feel assured we are under a specific spiritual attack (there was confirmation by many). We also had a young man ask for prayer because he will be stepping out in faith to make steps to take the gospel message into his college and his lecture rooms in part with some upcoming assignments. He also loaded up with some "gospel of John / tracts" to take with him. PLEASE PRAY for this young man and the others of our corps that are intentionally taking steps to verbally share their faith in Jesus Christ. All in all I'm just kind of coming off a spiritual high from feeling the Lord moving.
Just wanted to give an Internet shout of praise that God is not only working, but apparently preparing us for "even greater things".
May God alone be glorified!
Live holy, preach Jesus!
Just wanted to make a quick report on tonight's bible study time. We finished up our "personal evangelism study" mainly from Mark Cahill's book "one thing you can't do in heaven". We ended by watching two of his video teachings. It was quite a moving night for most of us (the spirit really moved). For the sake of time I will say we discussed my prayer request for the church to be praying because I feel assured we are under a specific spiritual attack (there was confirmation by many). We also had a young man ask for prayer because he will be stepping out in faith to make steps to take the gospel message into his college and his lecture rooms in part with some upcoming assignments. He also loaded up with some "gospel of John / tracts" to take with him. PLEASE PRAY for this young man and the others of our corps that are intentionally taking steps to verbally share their faith in Jesus Christ. All in all I'm just kind of coming off a spiritual high from feeling the Lord moving.
Just wanted to give an Internet shout of praise that God is not only working, but apparently preparing us for "even greater things".
May God alone be glorified!
Live holy, preach Jesus!
Thursday, September 3, 2009
Praises from Bible Study and scriptures to consider
Hello soldiers, friends, and followers of Jesus,
Just quick praises from last night's bible study and our topic of personal evangelism (and some scriptures to consider).
1. One of our men reported God's obvious change in his life that his friends, family, and boss are noticing that is leading to questions as to WHY and HOW? He also said this week he made a step to move toward verbally sharing his faith at his work-site. GOD IS GOOD - let's pray he shares boldly about Jesus, and all his co-workers find Jesus Christ.
1 Peter 3:15-16 But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect, keeping a clear conscience, so that those who speak maliciously against your good behavior in Christ may be ashamed of their slander.
Is your life posing questions? If so you will have chances to share the verbal message of Jesus. Live holy - preach Jesus!
2. A college studend said that at his college people are always "talking about what they believe" without hesitation, and he realizes that each time that happens, he has an open door to share his belief in Jesus Christ with every bit as much boldness and matter of fact power since his belief is the TRUTH that can save them from hell to heaven.
Romans 1:16 I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes: first for the Jew, then for the Gentile.
3. That same young man said he just read through the bible amazed at all the stuff he hadn't seen before that now seems all so clear, true, and simple. Just a reminder that anyone seeking God, empowered by the Holy Spirit, can learn more about the bible than any "theologian" who studies simply for "knowledge". Read your bible and ask God to show you the truth of who He is in a way you can understand.... then do what it says.
2 Timothy 2:15 Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a workman who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth.
Acts 17:11 Now the Bereans were of more noble character than the Thessalonians, for they received the message with great eagerness and examined the Scriptures every day to see if what Paul said was true.
John 5:39-40 Jesus said You diligently study the Scriptures because you think that by them you possess eternal life. These are the Scriptures that testify about me, yet you refuse to come to me to have life.
in John 20 - John wrote ... 29 Then Jesus told him (Thomas), "Because you have seen me, you have believed; blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed."
30 Jesus did many other miraculous signs in the presence of his disciples, which are not recorded in this book. 31 But these are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name.
Spend some time in the Word of God today...
Romans 10:17 Consequently, faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word of Christ.
Live holy, preach Jesus!
Just quick praises from last night's bible study and our topic of personal evangelism (and some scriptures to consider).
1. One of our men reported God's obvious change in his life that his friends, family, and boss are noticing that is leading to questions as to WHY and HOW? He also said this week he made a step to move toward verbally sharing his faith at his work-site. GOD IS GOOD - let's pray he shares boldly about Jesus, and all his co-workers find Jesus Christ.
1 Peter 3:15-16 But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect, keeping a clear conscience, so that those who speak maliciously against your good behavior in Christ may be ashamed of their slander.
Is your life posing questions? If so you will have chances to share the verbal message of Jesus. Live holy - preach Jesus!
2. A college studend said that at his college people are always "talking about what they believe" without hesitation, and he realizes that each time that happens, he has an open door to share his belief in Jesus Christ with every bit as much boldness and matter of fact power since his belief is the TRUTH that can save them from hell to heaven.
Romans 1:16 I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes: first for the Jew, then for the Gentile.
3. That same young man said he just read through the bible amazed at all the stuff he hadn't seen before that now seems all so clear, true, and simple. Just a reminder that anyone seeking God, empowered by the Holy Spirit, can learn more about the bible than any "theologian" who studies simply for "knowledge". Read your bible and ask God to show you the truth of who He is in a way you can understand.... then do what it says.
2 Timothy 2:15 Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a workman who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth.
Acts 17:11 Now the Bereans were of more noble character than the Thessalonians, for they received the message with great eagerness and examined the Scriptures every day to see if what Paul said was true.
John 5:39-40 Jesus said You diligently study the Scriptures because you think that by them you possess eternal life. These are the Scriptures that testify about me, yet you refuse to come to me to have life.
in John 20 - John wrote ... 29 Then Jesus told him (Thomas), "Because you have seen me, you have believed; blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed."
30 Jesus did many other miraculous signs in the presence of his disciples, which are not recorded in this book. 31 But these are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name.
Spend some time in the Word of God today...
Romans 10:17 Consequently, faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word of Christ.
Live holy, preach Jesus!
Thursday, July 9, 2009
Praise report from last night
Hello soldiers, friends, and fellow followers of Jesus,
Just a quick update - if you live in Homer, or go to the corps, but are missing out on Wednesday night meal and bible study, you are really missing out on a great time of fellowship and time focusing on the things of God.
We are currently going through a book by Mark Cahill "one thing you can't do in heaven".
Of the praise reports and highlights we had a corps member return from hip surgery, with a walker, a little slower than usual, but didn't want to miss out on the food, fellowship, and time in the word.
We also had one corps member admit that he finally realizes that the only time we loose when sharing our faith is when we say nothing - otherwise it's a win, win, win situation (we either plant a seed, see someone saved, or are rejected for the cause of Christ - 1 Peter 4:14 If you are insulted because of the name of Christ, you are blessed, for the Spirit of glory and of God rests on you.)
My 10 year old daughter realized that when we share the gospel and are mistreated we are in the company of the prophets of God!
Luke 6:22-23 Blessed are you when men hate you, when they exclude you and insult you and reject your name as evil, because of the Son of Man. "Rejoice in that day and leap for joy, because great is your reward in heaven. For that is how their fathers treated the prophets.
Another corps member began to realize that it's not that we "got" to witness, but that we "get" to witness.
As I will be out next week we had a young man offer to lead in my absence (his first time stepping out in faith to "lead" a study) -God is really moving in his life.
All in all a great night, we ended sharing prayer for one another around the table and talking about opportunities to share our faith.
If you live in the Homer area - or are a church member missing out - make time to come by for a meal and study.
God is good all the time.
Live holy, preach Jesus!
Just a quick update - if you live in Homer, or go to the corps, but are missing out on Wednesday night meal and bible study, you are really missing out on a great time of fellowship and time focusing on the things of God.
We are currently going through a book by Mark Cahill "one thing you can't do in heaven".
Of the praise reports and highlights we had a corps member return from hip surgery, with a walker, a little slower than usual, but didn't want to miss out on the food, fellowship, and time in the word.
We also had one corps member admit that he finally realizes that the only time we loose when sharing our faith is when we say nothing - otherwise it's a win, win, win situation (we either plant a seed, see someone saved, or are rejected for the cause of Christ - 1 Peter 4:14 If you are insulted because of the name of Christ, you are blessed, for the Spirit of glory and of God rests on you.)
My 10 year old daughter realized that when we share the gospel and are mistreated we are in the company of the prophets of God!
Luke 6:22-23 Blessed are you when men hate you, when they exclude you and insult you and reject your name as evil, because of the Son of Man. "Rejoice in that day and leap for joy, because great is your reward in heaven. For that is how their fathers treated the prophets.
Another corps member began to realize that it's not that we "got" to witness, but that we "get" to witness.
As I will be out next week we had a young man offer to lead in my absence (his first time stepping out in faith to "lead" a study) -God is really moving in his life.
All in all a great night, we ended sharing prayer for one another around the table and talking about opportunities to share our faith.
If you live in the Homer area - or are a church member missing out - make time to come by for a meal and study.
God is good all the time.
Live holy, preach Jesus!
Friday, June 19, 2009
Captains Mark and Michelle are home filled with praise.
Hello Soldiers, fellow followers of Jesus, friends and family,
Just a quick update. We arrived safely home from our marathon of a trip at about 11:45 pm last night, but through all the long trip God was faithful to protect and bless.
We praise God for safe travels, for the opportunity to see corps members from our first Corps (still faithfully serving the Lord), fellow officers from other divisions, Territorial and National leaders (who were genuine and Spirit filled with vision and a Word from God), as well as an auditorium filled with waving flags, brass band, songsters, and voices lifted up in songs of praise and celebration to our Savior. We praise God for new Jr. and Sr. Soldiers as well as accepted candidates for training school (those accepted to enter our Salvation Army Seminary).
We also praise God that we have such a high calling to serve our Lord Jesus Christ in this corner of His mission field called Homer Alaska. Even this morning being available for multiple people in crisis, despair, and hurting - God has called us to simply be available to share His Name, offer prayer, and pass on His resources to touch them in His Name in their time of need.
We are glad to be home and want to say thank you to our Soldiery, Staff, and Friends, who are more than competent to do His work (and also cover our commitments) in our absence. I'm glad that God's work will get done with our without me, ... but I'm so very grateful He allows me a part to play.
Tell someone about Jesus today, their eternity is at stake.
Live holy, preach Jesus!
Just a quick update. We arrived safely home from our marathon of a trip at about 11:45 pm last night, but through all the long trip God was faithful to protect and bless.
We praise God for safe travels, for the opportunity to see corps members from our first Corps (still faithfully serving the Lord), fellow officers from other divisions, Territorial and National leaders (who were genuine and Spirit filled with vision and a Word from God), as well as an auditorium filled with waving flags, brass band, songsters, and voices lifted up in songs of praise and celebration to our Savior. We praise God for new Jr. and Sr. Soldiers as well as accepted candidates for training school (those accepted to enter our Salvation Army Seminary).
We also praise God that we have such a high calling to serve our Lord Jesus Christ in this corner of His mission field called Homer Alaska. Even this morning being available for multiple people in crisis, despair, and hurting - God has called us to simply be available to share His Name, offer prayer, and pass on His resources to touch them in His Name in their time of need.
We are glad to be home and want to say thank you to our Soldiery, Staff, and Friends, who are more than competent to do His work (and also cover our commitments) in our absence. I'm glad that God's work will get done with our without me, ... but I'm so very grateful He allows me a part to play.
Tell someone about Jesus today, their eternity is at stake.
Live holy, preach Jesus!
Monday, June 15, 2009
A praise for a great Sunday
Sorry to report - no audio sermon today due to technical difficulties.
But praise God - He is not deterred by microphones and recorders!
Despite a lower than normal church attendance, God provided the increase at the holiness table.
We had soldiers moved again (young and old) to seek prayer for greater boldness in their evangelism, a first time visitor at the altar seeking prayer, and young people wanting to stay and talk about how they were recently invited to engage in sinful activity - report how they were given strength to not give into temptation - and their resolve to do better next time to stand with greater boldness to not only decline sin for themselves, but speak out against it in the future.
May God honor every seekers desire to better proclaim Him, be a light bearer, and a seed planter for the cause of Christ.
Live holy, preach Jesus!
But praise God - He is not deterred by microphones and recorders!
Despite a lower than normal church attendance, God provided the increase at the holiness table.
We had soldiers moved again (young and old) to seek prayer for greater boldness in their evangelism, a first time visitor at the altar seeking prayer, and young people wanting to stay and talk about how they were recently invited to engage in sinful activity - report how they were given strength to not give into temptation - and their resolve to do better next time to stand with greater boldness to not only decline sin for themselves, but speak out against it in the future.
May God honor every seekers desire to better proclaim Him, be a light bearer, and a seed planter for the cause of Christ.
Live holy, preach Jesus!
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