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H2H Lifeline H2H Lifeline This life is not what it once was I wanted to speak about Courage & the reason, I want to do that is because in the last few years this country & world has became more of a soap Oprah but in this life with uncertainty where do you God for courage, well if you do not go to the Lord then it will be hard to deal with things that come your way just take a look at the world today, you need all the courage just to make it day to day Psalm 31; 24 Be strong take heart, all you who hope in the Lord Let me try to explain, I do not count Government presidents doctors my faith & trust has to be in Jesus & Him only. See my Hope is only in Him just like the verse tells us, I been around the block for a few years & so have you but if you seek courage in man you may be disappointing in the outcome
Psalm 31; 24 When I’m afraid I will trust in you In God whose word I praise in God I trust; i will not be afraid I truly count on this through my battles & my everyday life I do not have to tell you where the world is heading. Go back to 1970 where it was OK to not be concerns what was around you or not to lock your doors at night all that has changed crime is up killing is up & right now in 2017 it is a uncertain world . Isaiah 41:10 “I will strengthen and help you; I will uphold you with the righteous right hand If you know God & He is with you & you have all the courage right there because it says He will not leave you or forsake you that means He has got it & you need to Trust Him Deuteronomy 31:6
Be strong and courage do not be afraid or terrified because of them for the lord your God goes with you he will never leave you nor forsake you Now that is how you make it through this world today with God & the courage he has given you. Rev Jerry L Williams Warning & Alert From the Chaplains core There has been a big increase in Drug overdoses in many states but a big increase here in Michigan in the City's there has been up to 10 a month in some Cities. Now as a Chaplin I seen how this has been growing .But I need to urge family Members from Grandmothers to Grandfathers to Moms & Dads to Brothers & sisters I ask you to look out for signs before it is to late it does not mat-
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ter what age I seen some as 60 to 70 & some as young as 16 this is a concern unless you want to lose someone you love I ask you to find help this is a decease & the only cure is that those who are Dyeing of a overdose You need to find a way to Help them it’s too late when a chaplain is called out with a police officer to tell someone that their loved one is Gone doing drugs is like playing Russian roulette Look this is getting bad we shared with at the start of 20 17 we were going to put more from police to doctors this month a word from chaplains. 5 Bible Verses That Will Change Your Life if You Believe Them… We all have our favorite verses. Some of them we love because they’re comforting. Others we may have memorized for that extra boost of confidence or encouragement they provide when we really need it. But here are five verses that I believe would absolutely change our lives – for the better – if we really believed them. 1. Matthew 10:37 – “Anyone who loves their father or mother more than me is not worthy of me; anyone who loves their son or daughter more than me is not worthy of me.” When it comes to the sayings of Jesus, this is one I wish wasn’t in the Bible. And I’m not alone in that. I’ve heard many young moms ask me how they can love Jesus more than their own child. And further-
more, how could God actually expect them to? Yet Jesus wasn’t suggesting that we be negligent in our concern for others. Nor was He merely suggesting that we like Him a lot. He was commanding total allegiance. The Son of God who became our Savior demands and deserves to be first place in our hearts. 2. Romans 8:28-29 – “All things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose…” Here’s one we love to quote, especially the first part of the verse. But when we look at the entire verse, along with verse 29 – “For those whom he foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son…” (ESV) – we get the bigger picture of what God is doing in the lives of believers when we encounter struggles. In the NASB translation, we discover that “God causes all things to work together for good” in order to make us more like Christ. 3. Galatians 2:20 – “I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.” If you and I really considered ourselves crucified with Christ and our
motto was “I no longer live, but Christ lives in me” we’d be much less concerned about our personal image or reputation and we’d be all about Him and His concerns. When we truly die to self, we no longer worry about whether or not we’re getting respect for who we are and what we do. SEE ALSO: 10 Hopes and Dreams from the Bible 4. Philippians 4:13 – “I can do all things through Him who strengthens me.” How we love this verse because it appears to be a victory chant for our ability to do anything. We perceive it as God wants me to prosper, therefore I can do all things. But in context, the Apostle Paul was saying he has learned to live in whatever circumstance God put him in. 5. James 1:2-4 – “Consider it pure joy… whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.” One of the most difficult struggles for believers is understanding why we have to struggle at all. Yet this verse packs a promise. Our testing and trials produce in us perseverance, which in turn results in our maturity and completion. In the NASB, we are told that the endurance learned through suffering will make us "perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.” REV. MILLER
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Addiction and Adults… Addiction is a compulsive need to use a habitforming substance or an irresistible urge to engage in a habitual behavior. Addictive substances can include alcohol, prescription drugs, over-the-counter drugs, illegal drugs, cigarettes and food. Addictive behaviors can include gambling, shopping, exercise, work, Internet use, dangerous behavior, and sex. Addiction is progressive; if left unchecked it can destroy one‘s health and personal relationships.
Addictions in Older Adults May Be Especially Complex First, if the older adult is addicted to alcohol or drugs, these may interact badly with medications taken for other physical problems. Second, alcohol and drugs may affect an older person more intensely because of changes in his or her body due to aging. Some older adults are vulnerable to addiction because they are Some Signs of Addictive Behavior bored, lonely, or isolated. In addition, they may Consuming increasing amounts of an have suffered the loss of a loved one or have addictive substance health problems. They are more likely to hide Thinking about and performing an addic- addictions and less likely to seek help because of stigmas against addiction. tive behavior for longer periods of time
Denying or minimizing how much of the substance you use Using the substance or engaging in the behavior early in the morning Continuing to spend more money on the substance or behavior Missing work, skipping important activities and failing to pay bills Difficulty maintaining personal hygiene or cleaning the house Using the addiction to escape pressure in life or to cope with emotional problems Having trouble sleeping Failing to eat properly Fighting with family and friends, withdrawing from people Social withdrawal Neglecting yourself, your home or your family
Symptoms of withdrawal in the older adult can be easily mistaken for signs of getting older. Resources for you on addiction and the older adult: The Access Center, Kalamazoo Community Mental Health call 269-373-6000 Gryphon Place - 24 hour hotline 2-1-1 or call 269-381-4357 Borgess Behavior and Health 269-2268000 Pine Rest Kalamazoo Clinic 269-3436700 Community Healing Center 269-3431651 Alcoholics Anonymous 269-349-4410 Al-Anon, for family members of alcoholics, 269-343-4328 or www.miagf.org Michigan Problem Gambling Hotline 24 hour toll free 800-270-7117
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Disaster Preparedness… Every day, some part of the world is affected by disasters, such as hurricanes, winter storms, thunderstorms, toxic spills, earthquakes, tornadoes, flooding and fires. Knowing what to do is not only the best protection but also your responsibility. Take some time and have a plan in place for emergency situations. Keep a disaster supply kit with emergency supplies in your home and keep another in your car. Prepare a plan of communication and choose a place to meet your family in case you cannot return home. Know your local source of emergency broadcasting to stay informed during a disaster. Resources for you on disaster preparedness: The American Red Cross at 269-353-6180 or toll free 800-382-6382 www.redcross.org Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) toll free 800- 237-3239 www.readyAmerica.gov Kalamazoo County Office of Emergency Management 269-383-8743
Severe Weather Cold or Stormy… At Home Keep informed on current weather conditions Keep a battery-operated radio, flashlight, batteries, bottled water, canned and dried food, extra blankets, and heavy warm clothing available. Close off unneeded rooms; cover windows and stuff cloth in cracks under doors when heat is unavailable. Be aware of fire and carbon monoxide hazards when using emergency heating sources (fireplace, woodstove, space heater, etc.) Replace batteries in smoke detectors and carbonmonoxide detectors every six months. Replace all smoke detectors after ten years.
Avoid frozen pipes and holes to keep the cold outside air from entering your home. In an emergency, run a trickle of water to keep pipes from freezing. Contact a relative or neighbor for assistance if needed. In Your Car Carry emergency supplies such as extra cold weather clothing, blankets, shovel, snow scraper, sand, booster cables, rope, flashlight, first aid kit, high energy snacks, battery-operated radio, knife, tool kit, and matches. Keep your gas tank almost full. When traveling, inform others of your schedule and route. For assistance, tie a cloth to your antenna, display a Triad ―SEND HELP‖ sign, or use emergency flashers when your car is not running, to alert others that help is needed. If you carry a cell phone call 911. Run the engine ten minutes per hour for heat, and open the window slightly for fresh air. Be sure the exhaust pipe isn‘t blocked. Carbon monoxide is a potential hazard. Keep warm by moving about arms, legs, fingers and toes. While Outside Dress in several loose fitting layers. Wear tightly woven water-repellent outer layers. Wear a hat. Half of the body‘s heat is lost through the head. Avoid overexertion that can lead to sweating, chilling and hypothermia. Keep dry. If you suspect frostbite, blow on the area to warm it slowly. Do not rub it. Seek medical attention as soon as possible. Resources for you on severe weather: Kalamazoo County Emergency Management 269383-8743
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stayed with his father to take care of
medical equipment to those in need.
him and did so until his father’s death. Even at times of of sickness and death in others lives Jamie would The Big Heart Foundation
be there to lift them up!
Died January 7th, 2010 The Big Heart Foundation was created for Jamie in March of 2010.
1148 Biddle Ave. in Wyandotte, Michigan 48192 Office phone number is 313-573-0067
dale Fire Department to give out
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 complicated proc-
Our office is located at
nered both Heart to Heart & Melvinmedical equipment to those in need.
is in Memory of Jamie J. Williams Born July 1971
In the early part of 2011, we had part-
ess 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, but he
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 must to fill out online. The paper work must be submitted, and within 24 hours we
never looked for a hand out. With him having so many illnesses it was like the government did not care
Jamie was the youngest brother of a
for him and to them he was just a
family of seven and the brother of
number.
Rev Jerry L Williams. In the first year we received many In the final years of Jamie's life he
wheel chairs, walkers, potty chairs,
struggled with his health and spent a
scooters and canes. The first year we
lot of time in the hospital's. Even
gave out over one hundred pieces of
though he would be Sick he would
medical equipment and helped many
always make others smile and had the people. That's the way Jamie would biggest heart he was a big guy but the
have wanted to be remembered.
thing that hit me most about my brother was how big his heart was for others. When his father was ill, he
The second year we had given out
will see to it you get assistance. No refusal, and No S.S.I Denial. In Jamie's Memory we will get you the help you need.
more than three hundred pieces of
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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
Hebrews 13:8 - Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and to day, and for ever. Joshua 1:9 - Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God [is] with thee whithersoever thou goest. Romans 12:1-2 - I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, [which is] your reasonable service. (Read More...) Deuteronomy 31:6 - Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the LORD thy God, he [it is] that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee. Ecclesiastes 3:1 - To every [thing there is] a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven: Philippians 4:6-7 - Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. (Read More...) 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 - For which cause we faint not; but though our outward man perish, yet the inward [man] is renewed day by day. (Read More...) Jeremiah 29:11 - For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. Proverbs 18:15 - The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; and the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge. 1 Corinthians 15:51 - Behold, I shew you a mystery; We shall not all sleep, but we shall all be changed, 2 Corinthians 5:17 - Therefore if any man [be] in Christ, [he is] a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new. James 1:17 - Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning. Proverbs 19:2 - Also, [that] the soul [be] without knowledge, [it is] not good; and he that hasteth with [his] feet sinneth. 2 Timothy 3:16-17 - All scripture [is] given by inspiration of God, and [is] profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: (Read More...) Numbers 23:19 - God [is] not a man, that he should lie; neither the son of man, that he should repent: hath he said, and shall he not do [it]? or hath he spoken, and shall he not make it good?
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