A Publication of Glory To Glory Ministries, Tampa Florida
Glory To Glory
June/July 2013
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Real Role Models
Protecting Religious Liberties
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I am pleased to offer the inaugural issue of Glory To Glory Magazine. Gory To Glory Ministries is a vibrant community of people in pursuit of Jesus the Christ. My prayer and intention is that this magazine will offer insights, perspectives and resources that are relevant to your daily life. Our ministry continues to experience favor from the Lord because every single day, we are addressing issues that are germane, pertinent and vital to living the very life that the Lord has given you. If there are subjects that you would like addressed in future issues, please let me know. I look forward to hearing you feed back. In His Service,
Bishop Aubrey Shines Glory To Glory Contributors
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Bishop Aubrey Shines Senior Pastor of Glory To Glory Ministries
I Am Not A Role Model... The Influence of Celebrity
by GTG Staff
In what became a WANTED: REAL ROLE MODELS controversial N i k e commercial, former NBA Collins, the NBA player who recently star Charles announced that he is a homosexual. B a r k l e y famously said, Both of these young men, whether by “I am not a their strategic design or by accident, are role model.” in the position to influence the lives of The comments young people. Perhaps, the point Charles highlighted, Barkley’s robust, in-yourBarkley was trying to make all those years face, occasionally unsportsmanlike ago was that he may be famous, but the enthusiasm on the basketball court. He influence that he and his behavior have opened up an age-old debate about over your children’s behavior should be the responsibility minimal at that comes best. with celebrity. I am not a role model. I am not paid to Who should be If at home, we held up as role are teaching be a role model. I’m paid wreck havoc models, not only and showing on the basketball court. Parents should be by children, but our children also by society as that lying, role models. Just because I dunk a basketa whole? cheating and stealing ball, doesn’t mean, I should raise your kids. B a r k l e y ’ s is wrong, comments are the world’s partially true. pressure to He may not be lie, cheat and a good role still will have model, however no impact. If his celebrity whether he likes it or not the men of the church are teaching and launched him into role model status. The showing our boys what it means to growsame is true of Tim Tebow, the former up to be a man, they will mirror these NFL quarterback who openly professes habits regardless of the actions of Tim his faith in Christ. It is also true of Jason Tebow, Jason Collins or Charles Barkley.
– Charles Barkley
Be A REAL Role Model? To learn more about mentoring young men of Glory To Glory email info@glorytoglory.org. Show yourself in all respects to be a model of good works, and in your teaching show integrity, dignity, - Titus 2:7 ESV
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n excellent way to stay encouraged during the week, is returning to the Word of God. Bishop Aubrey Shines’ messages are availabe for purchase on CD from the Glory To Glory Ministries online store. Visit GloryToGlory.org to order your CD Today.
You are chosen regardless of your background, past, or the opinions of others. Jesus Christ has extended an open invitation for you to join His royal priesthood, to be salt and light in the world, and to bring forth fruit for the Kingdom of God. Examine if you are ready for the challenge that comes with being chosen.
One requirement to please God is to have faith. As faith agents for the Kingdom of God, what steps are necessary to maintain your faith in the midst of waiting for the manifestation of what we already possess? What positions should you take as we stand in faith? How do the things you hear and speak impact your level of faith? Be alert to the subtle, deceitful, carnal traps that surround us, and that can be downloaded into our spirit.
Are you struggling with seeing yourself as God sees you? Do you sense that there are underlying factors that drive choices you make but don’t always understand? Are there things in your life that seem easier to avoid than to confront and deal with? This series will help unveil issues that drive your daily decisions about how you treat yourself and allow others to treat you by exposing the mental and emotional devices that Satan uses to hinder you from receiving all that God has for you. Get to the root of why you do what you do and the changes you can make to better how you feel about yourself.
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Pastor Shines delivers the Word at a Glory To Glory Men’s Ministry Event.
GTG Youth Receive Recognition for Academic Honors
Pastor Dr. Patricia Baily-Jones
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Religious by Bishop Aubrey Shines Over the last decade, pastors and people of faith have been raising concerns over the gradual erosion of religious liberties in America. The expressed concerns of men like Tony Perkins had largely been ignored because most Americans could not imagine that one of the basic tenets of our democracy could be in jeopardy. We learn as early as grade school that the freedom to express religious views is one of the very reasons that men and women set sail to for this brave new world. Under the false banner of promoting equality and justice under the law, religious liberties are being chipped away by organizations with animus towards people of faith in general and people of Judeo-Christian heritage in particular. Even when the courts ruled in favor of religious freedom, the constant attacks by well-funded groups like the American Civil Liberties Union and the Human Rights Campaign create a chilling effect by discouraging people of faith from speaking out. Less than a year ago, Dr. Angela McCaskill a Christian and an administrator at a college in the nation’s capital was suspended for merely signing a petition giving
citizensthe opportunity vote on the issue of marriage. Dr. McCaskill’s treatment is only one example of a long list of Christians who are being repremanded, marginalized and bullied because of their Biblical Worldview. This type of censorship would have been wholly inconceivable two decades ago. It amounts to little more than sophisticated bullying. The Bible reveals to us in no uncertain terms that when we come into fellowship with Jesus the Christ, we will come under attack. Therefore, the attacks are not as much of a concern as the lack of interest that Christians show in having these liberties stripped away. As the number of Christians forced into silence grows, those who will speak out in their defense must also grow. There are two reasons why the lack of outrage by Christians over eroding religious liberties is troubling. Reason one is purely secular. America, the land of the brave and the home of the free must continue to set the standard for religious freedom. America must continue to be a place that flourishes and thrives on freely competing ideas. As Bible believing followers of Jesus the Christ, there is no fear in
“Religious liberty might be supposed to mean that everybody is free to discuss religion. In practice it means that hardly anybody is allowed to mention it.” ― G.K. Chesterton
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embracing the ability for all religious points of view to have a voice in the marketplace. There is no fear because the truth of Christianity, the transparency of the Gospel always wins out in the end. The second reason that Christians should be concerned about the religious liberties attack movement is because of its impact on the great commission. In His words to Peter, Christ gives a charge to us all to make disciples. If we are stripped of our voice in the public square our ability to do the very basic but utterly profound act of sharing the Gospel will be compromised.
ministry spotlight Men of Valor In contrast to the normal percentages, our congregation is comprised of 43 percent men. I believe this is a direct result of several concrete strategies we’ve implemented: We intentionally create an environment where men are the first people you see when you pull up to the front of the building. We encourage men to participate in the lives of the sons from single-mom families. These men are visible at academic or ath-letic functions. We provide a monthly men’s meeting to allow a time of fellowship and talk about subjects they favor; nothing is off limits. We mobilize men to help single mothers with important tasks, such as moving or car repair. We encourage open displays of affection from men toward their family members. I personally embrace and kiss my two sons in front of our entire congregation. We counsel men who have fathered children outside of matrimony to become active fathers in their children’s lives.
Men’s ministry vision:
-Establishing a stronger relationship with Jesus Christ through prayer, worship, and studying God’s word together -Providing a support system and a means of fellowship for the men of Glory to Glory -To provide the necessary tools to enable men to actively walk in their spiritual leadership roles in the home, church, and workplace
Mission:
- To build Strong, Godly Men through prayer, integrity, and accountability to one another - Establishing a mentorship program for the youth of our community - To provide proactive visibility and support of the fatherless households of Glory to Glory Ministries
Iron Sharpeneth Iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend. Proverbs 27:17
And what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses entrust to faithful men who will be able to teach others also. 2 Timothy 2:2
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Counseling
Counseling is pre-scheduled by Dr. Joan A. Ganns, PhD, Glory to Glory Ministries Chief Counselor. If you have been referred to counseling by the Pastor, or if you desire counseling, please contact Dr. Ganns directly to set up an appointment. Counseling usually takes place on Friday afternoon – evening and Saturday morning through Saturday evening. However, please call for an appointment. Dr. Joan A. Ganns, PhD - 561-308-8312 joanaganns@bellsouth.net
Senior Send Off Luncheon June 8, 2013 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm Location: Glory To Glory, Temple Terrace Campus This event is for invited Seniors to have a special luncheon with Pastor Shines. It will be held at the church. All invitees should contact Tina James with any questions or concerns.
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