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H2H Lifeline What is the will of God and how can you be used for His Works to make a difference‌ We all have one reason on Earth & to me I take it to heart the thing is Do you?, We are here for a short time but we have a purpose and that is to do for others, I had did a funeral few weeks ago & I said at that time we all live a Legacy, But let that legacy before God. James 1:5 If any of you lack wisdom let Him ask of God who gives to all liberally and without reproach and it will be given to you. the other day I had someone call me and ask questions about this or that and I did my best to answer them & His words was to me, the words shocked me He said & you call yourself a Pastor
and then he said you are not wise to be a Pastor. He said that because I did not answer it the way he wanted me to answer it also it was about politic I do not mix that with my walk with God. I speak the truth the Bible even says speak the truth all I can do is let him go & Pray for Him. But see in today's world some think that they know all But I Know God knows More .well Ask God first because if you lead someone the wrong way you are to answer for it. I go by the Holy Spirit that's where I get my answers. Psalm 32:8 I will instruct and teach you in the way you should go I will guide you with
my eyes. God has called me to be a teacher & leader but God wants you to go to him first you know sometimes it gets me that all that God teaches is in the Word but some do not want to read the word but that how you grow I in a way did take it hard when that person said I was not wise to be a Pastor but yet he is asking me for answers about every other thing & not asking about how to grow with God, I guess what I'm trying to say is that you got to want & have the will of God & let Him
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lead you look I said many times if you are not lead then let someone who is lead not only bu God but the spirit. Psalm 119; 105 Your word is a lamp to my feet and the light of my path. See the will of God is in the Bible it is up to you if you want to live his way or your way. If it’s your way you may fall, when I look at Heart to Heart I have seen interns come & Go, I have seen some that stood with God & this Ministry & are now Pastors elsewhere, I have also seen interns that did not make it because they put their words before Gods, there is nothing more then I would ever want to do more than finding & doing the will of God. The question is what about you?? a lot would say that me telling that person that it was disrespectful to say I should not be a pastor because his thought is that I was Not being a wise or giving him answer he wanted it does not work that way read the Bible if you do you Got the answers if it has to do with the Lord I will help you guide you if it has to do with things of the world its best to ask someone else. Proverbs 6:22; 23
When you roam they will lead you when you sleep they will keep you and when you awake they will speak with you for the commandments it is the lamp And the Law is the light; reproofs of instruction are the way of life. So when you read that verse what does it say? Go to God Pastor do go to school they learn but there goal is to lead you & teach you the Word that Gods Wrote or spoken not to give you answer of politics or Manmade Laws or government issues..
NO we are to Teach others the way of God the other thing I need to be vocal on this God has written the Word you are not to Chang what He has written you know when I read the Books of Paul and what He Wrote it was for you & Me to take the Teaching that he Learned from what he went
through and pass it on. John 16; 13 However when He the spirit of truth has come He will guide you into all truth; for He will not speak on His own authority but whatever, He hears He will speak; And He will tell you things to come. Now let me end it this way all we do all we give is for the lord it is disappointing to me when we have mega churches looking it as a profit & not a Place of salvation or when we don't lead the youth to step into doing God’s work . We see a lot of things into-days world but if the last generation had been doing God’s work & Teaching Right in my Mind we would not be where we are today But let me say this it is not to late not for the churches not for you not for this world We got lots of work to do but it’s not just in God’s Hands or Mine it’s also in Yours .it’s not about politic fancy cars big houses it’s about what you can do for God before His Son Returns, Like it said He will tell you things to Come Rev Jerry L Williams
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Alcohol Awareness Month… April is Alcohol Awareness Month, and instead of toasting it, how about a look at some salient facts. Here, five things you should know about alcohol. 1. ‘BINGE DRINKING’ IS LESS DRINKS THAN YOU’D GUESS According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), heavy drinking is defined as eight or more drinks per week for women, and 15 or more drinks per week for men. Binge drinking, which the CDC calls “the most common form of drinking,” is defined as four or more drinks during a single occasion for women and five or more drinks during a single occasion for men.
3. DRINKING CAN BE DANGEROUS It’s easy to forget that drinking can result in death. Here are some stats from the NIAAA:
Death: 1,825 college students between the ages of 18 and 24 die each year from alcohol-related unintentional injuries. Assault: More than 690,000 students between the ages of 18 and 24 are assaulted by another student who has been drinking. Sexual Abuse: More than 97,000 students between the ages of 18 and 24 are victims of alcohol-related sexual assault or date rape. The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and AlcoholInjury: 599,000 students between the ages of 18 and 24 receive ism (NIAAA) notes that about half of college students who unintentional injuries while under the influence of alcohol. drink, binge drink. And the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that 10,076 people died in drunk driving crashes in 2013. 2. THE LEGAL AMERICAN DRINKING AGE IS (KIND OF) 4. SIGNS OF ALCOHOL POISONING (FROM THE CDC): 21 When you binge drink, basically your body can no longer process The National Minimum Drinking Age Act of 1984 requires states the alcohol, which causes the blood alcohol concentration to rise. to prohibit anyone under 21 from buying or publicly possessing The clinical signs and symptoms range from “minimal impairment, alcoholic beverages “as a condition of receiving State highway decreased judgment and control, slurred speech, reduced muscle funds.” coordination, vomiting, and stupor (reduced level of consciousness and cognitive function) to coma and death.” It does not, however, explicitly prohibit consumption. According to the Federal Trade Commission, states may have limited excep5. DRINKING RESPONSIBLY IS ACTUALLY PRETTY tions, including those relating to religious activities or parental EASY consent. But all states only permit family members to provide alcoIn many colleges, alcohol is as abundant as laptops. A 2011 survey hol to a minor on private property. conducted by CORE shows that over 70% of students say that it helps them break the ice, enhances social activity and gives them By the way, after Prohibition, nearly all states lowered the boom on something fun to do. So, be careful when you indulge –and rememdrinking under age 21, but by the mid ’70s, thanks in part to the ber, the old adage “everything in moderation” is never more true voting age having been lowered to 18, 29 states had dropped it than when drinking alcohol. Most campus websites have guidelines down to 18. A main reason the act was passed was studies showing on drinking in moderation, and tips often include: that car car accidents were the leading cause of death among teenagers. And while it’s still the No. 1 cause, the numbers have Know what you’re drinking, and how much alcohol is in it dropped by a lot. Don’t mix alcohol with energy drinks. The caffeine in energy 2. LOWERING THAT DRINKING AGE? NOT SO MUCH A 2014 Gallup poll shows that 74% of people oppose the lowering of the drinking age to 18. This is consistent with the percentage of people — 79% — who supported the National Minimum Drinking Age Act.
drinks may mask the effects of alcohol and lead to drinking too much. Drink plenty of water in between drinks Never drive while buzzed, much less drunk
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12 Tips for Elderly Disaster Preparedness‌ When a major disaster occurs, your community and your family's lives can change in an instant. When natural disasters, such as floods, fires, earthquakes, tornadoes, hurricanes, tsunamis and nuclear power plant explosions strike, they affect thousands of people every year. Equally as dangerous and unexpected are man-made threats: bombs, terrorist attacks and chemical warfare. Here are some precautions to take to prepare your family, including elderly loved ones, for a disaster.
5. Make an Emergency Kit You may need to survive on your own after a disaster. You can purchase a Red Cross emergency preparedness kit online or build your own. Assemble a disaster recovery kit and make sure everyone in the home knows where it is. Emergency Kit Checklist
Three-day supply of non-perishable food Three-day supply of water - one gallon of water per person, per day Portable, battery-powered radio or television and extra batteries Flashlight and extra batteries First aid kit and manual 1. Learn about Potential Threats Sanitation and hygiene items (moist towelettes and toilet Learn what disasters or emergencies may occur in your area. paper) These events can range from those affecting only your famMatches in a waterproof container ily, like a home fire or medical emergency, to those affecting Extra clothing your entire community, such as an earthquake or hurricane, Blankets depending on your geographical location. Basic kitchen accessories and cooking utensils Manual can opener 2. Locate Community Resources Multi-purpose tool, such as a Swiss army knife Photocopies of credit and identification cards Identify how local authorities will notify you during a disaster, Cash and coins whether through local radio, TV or NOAA Weather Radio staSpecial needs items, such as prescription medications, eye tions. Learn about community response plans, evacuation plans, and designated emergency shelters. Familiarize your- glasses, contact lens solutions, and hearing aid batteries self with NOAA weather alerts such as watches and warnings Cell phone with charger and what actions to take in each. Whistle Extra set of car and house keys 3. Plan Escape Routes Identify two ways to escape from every room. Practice your escape plan at least twice a year. Identify responsibilities for each member of your household and plan to work together as a team. Select a safe location away from the home where your family can meet after escaping. Purchase escape ladders for rooms above ground level. If you see smoke or fire in your first escape route, use your second way out. 4. Establish a Communication Plan Your family may not be together when disaster strikes, so plan how you will contact one another. Think about how you will communicate in different situations.
6. Maintain Your Disaster Supply Kit Just as important as putting your supplies together is maintaining them so they are safe to use when needed. Here are some tips to keep your supplies in good condition: Keep canned foods in a dry place where the temperature is cool Store boxed food in tightly closed plastic or metal containers to protect from pests and to extend its shelf life Throw out any canned items that becomes swollen, dented, or corroded Write the date on all containers you store. Use foods before they go bad, and replace them with fresh supplies. Re-think your needs every year and update your kit as your family needs change. (7-12 Continued Next
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thing that hit me most about my
cal equipment and helped
brother was how big his heart
many people. That's the way
was for others. When his father
Jamie would have wanted to be
was ill, he stayed with his father
remembered.
The Big Heart Foundation
to take care of him and did so
is in Memory of Jamie J. Wil-
until his father’s death. Even at
liams
times of of sickness and death in
Born July 1971
others lives Jamie would be
Died January 7th, 2010
there to lift them up!
The Big Heart Foundation was created for Jamie in March of 2010. Our office is located at 1148 Biddle Ave. in Wyandotte, Michigan 48192 Office phone number is 313-573-0067
Let me tell you why we started the Big Heart Foundation. Jamie was trying to get on SSI and if he needed something like medicine or anything else it was a very
The second year we had given out more than three hundred pieces of medical equipment to those in need. In the early part of 2011, we had partnered both Heart to Heart & Melvindale Fire Department to give out medical equipment to those in need.
complicated process with endless amounts of red tape and paperwork. No matter what he still would just carry onward. He may not have been a rich man,
Jamie was the youngest brother
but he never looked for a hand
of a family of seven and the
out. With him having so many
brother of Rev Jerry L Williams.
illnesses it was like the govern-
In the final years of Jamie's life he struggled with his health and
ment did not care for him and to them he was just a number.
spent a lot of time in the hospi-
In the first year we received
tal's. Even though he would be
many wheel chairs, walkers,
Sick he would always make oth- potty chairs, scooters and canes. ers smile and had the biggest
The first year we gave out over
heart he was a big guy but the
one hundred pieces of medi-
The Fire Department who works Hard to save lives also has teamed up with H2H to make sure others needs are met! There is an application you
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K 9 Compassionate Care was Created when we seen the difference a K9 can make in those that are sick or elderly. When a service Dog Comes up to them , & makes there Day Far better this brings us one step closer to joy and our mission. Overseen by Rev Jerry L Williams Trooper’s owner is Angela Kessy. Trooper is a golden retriever who is the dog who does much of the work. Trooper is 6 years old and he has the gift of knowing when others are down, sick depressed & sometimes he knows when someone may be leaving us. Trooper is a well trained dog. Once you put that vest on he knows it is time for work & is eager to do so. Trooper’s duties are emergency visits to hospitals. Trooper also goes to nursing homes on Thursday’s & Friday’s where he greets everyone at the Heart to Heart Bible study. When the Pastor Prays Trooper knows when to jump up & pray with the Pastor. He also sits there through the study & goes to greet everyone when he comes & goes. A lot of time those who are terminally ill’s family will call the K9 team & he will just sit there to comfort that person. Sometimes he visits first responder's as well. Troopers hobbies are running, toys watching TV and being with those he loves. Trooper is one of a kind. We also have Dexter who is three years old. Dexter has worked on & off with us over the past year. We are looking for More Dogs to assist us in our mission. For more info please visit our web site or contact our ministry’s office number.
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The senior Talk Line For more information, to sponsor us, or volunteer was started in the beplease email: ginning of 2016. Dmiller@h2hmin.com Founded by Rev. Daniel Miller. Heart to Heart Ministries is a 501 3c Non Profit . The minis“I will always remember our first call taken on try works with hospitals and nursing homes to not the Senior Talk Line. I had answered the phone only bring the word of God to those who have with one of our friendly greetings and in return been forgotten, lonely, and depressed but to pro- was told I AM DYING. That night I spent over 2 vide comfort. Over those 7+ years Rev. Miller hours on the phone talking with someone who not noticed time and time again that the people he has only was scared of the future but also who was met along his journey have been left in the hospi- alone and had no one else to talk to about what tals, nursing homes or left in a small apartment was going on. Since then our first caller calls with absolutely no one to talk to. This is a major back once a week and has been doing well not problem not only in the State of Michigan, only emotionally but in her health. She has Hope Kentucky, Alabama, and Ohio but all over the and a friend she knows is just a call away. “ world. Daniel Miller ~Program Director We are a small group of volunteers who want to see nothing more than the smile on the face of the seniors we come in contact with no matter where we are or how we come in contact. It's about doing the right thing and being there for those who have no one else. We are a small call center planned to have 6 phone lines and a small office based out of Lexington, KY where Pastor Miller lives and works. Our hours may vary based on availability of volunteers and office hours which will be posted. Aside from our call center our web site will have a chat option on it for those who are more technically inclined. It is with a good heart that we move forward in taking care of the elderly in our communities. We may be a small start but it's the small things that can make a big difference in someone's life.
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We are a ministry with many programs, like the big Heart Foundation & K9 Compassion Team. All of these ministries need funding to survive. The Big Heart foundation Gives Hundreds of items including medical equipment out yearly. We rent a space in a warehouse every month & The K9 Team needs Funding to keep dogs certified & cared for. We also have other expenses just to keep operating each year. I'm positive that we can keep this Ministry moving forward with your Love & support. If you would like to Give to this Ministry Please visit our online donation portal by clicking the following link: Online Secure Donation Portal We are a 501(c)3 Tax-Deductible Organization. Please Help us Help the Elderly & Sick. Co-Founder of Heart to Heart & Founder of Big Heart foundation Sincerely
JOHN 15:1‐8 This is pointless. What a waste of time. Why am I doing this? Ever had those thoughts? I’ve heard it said before about church services and Sunday School classes (ouch!). Maybe you have heard this one: “The reason they don’t come to church is because they have been before” (Double ouch!). Have we been clear enough about our purpose? Things are pointless when there is no purpose. We all need a purpose and we need to understand our purpose in order to live meaningful, productive lives and not just “go through the motions.” The dictionary defines purpose as the reason for which something is done, or created, or for which something exists. The writer of Ecclesiastes studied all aspects of life and after seeing the pointlessness of many of the things that consume our time, came to this conclusion: “to fear God and keep His commands for this is the whole duty of man.” I heard a memorable sermon on this text once titled: “Jesus makes the matter of life matter.” What a purpose statement! The setting for our lesson today, John 15:1‐8, is the same as our previous study, the Farewell Discourse. Jesus’ departing instructions to his disciples are delivered as the scene moves from the upper room to the Mount of Olives and Gethsemane. Last words carry important truths. PRUNING FOR PRODUCTIVITY ‐ JOHN 15:1‐3 Jesus makes the last of the seven “I am” statements here: “I am the true vine.” The allegory of the vineyard is a familiar illustration depicting great spiritual truth. The practice of pruning, both then and now, is necessary for proper fruit production. It is best accomplished by those who know what they are doing – I have learned this by experience. Little or no pruning and a plant grows wild. Too much pruning and you kill the plant. The Father is the vine keeper that prunes as needed. The Father knows our individual needs, strengths, and weaknesses. He knows how to best shape our lives to be productive. Each of us has a unique requirement for pruning. We are shaped, molded, and pruned through our individual experiences of life. My life doesn’t require the exact same pruning that someone else’s might. Different people learn, suffer, and grow as they are cared for uniquely by the vine keeper (the Father).
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