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I’m struggling too - Anonymous
Something for husbands Samuel Harris
It’s time to break the chains - David Brooks
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Volume 6, Issue 4
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January 15, 2014
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Greetings, Happy New Year! Webster Dictionary gives us several meanings or definitions for the word “new”. But as we look upon the New Year there is one definition I feel is very appropriate. It says: “beginning again; starting as a repetition of a cycle, series, making another start.”
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Scripture tells us that the mercies and compassions of God are new for us every morning. But let us not use His mercy and compassion as a cloak for our shortcomings, yet let’s use them to help us do better this year.
We know with each New Year it bring some of the same challenges from time past along with some new Making another start really ones. So if you have tried to stuck out to me, because handle those challenges in a many of us make New way that didn’t work, it’s Year’s resolutions or vows time to try something new. to do better. As believers in Stop relying on the old man the Most High God we (person) and his/her way of should take advantage of thinking, but on the new this New Year to be better man in Christ. Even as Christians. We can’t allow Christians, we have to oblast year victories or actain a new belief system, complishment to have us which will give us new become complacent or thoughts, new emotions, and stagnant. Although Christ ultimately a new behavior. is the same yesterday, toHave you become a new creday and forever, He’s doing ation in Christ? If not I something new everyday, strongly suggest that you every month, and every take the appropriate steps to year. do so (Romans 10:9-10, John 3:16). If you have, believe The New Year should also that old things have passed bring about a time of reaway, behold all things have flection. We can reflect become new! back on our failures and mistakes of 2013 to help us Be Blessed, not do the same in 2014. V. L. Wilson Sr.
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The mission of “The Day of the Lord Ministries” is to embrace offenders, ex-offenders, and their family members with love through the various groups under our umbrella; to assist them in becoming equipped with the things they’ll need to be productive citizens, and loving family members.
Membership in The Day of The Lord Ministries includes all persons participating in any of the stated Ministries who choose to embrace our stated vision and values
To be an instrument through which the power of the Holy Spirit can minister to offenders, exoffenders, and their family members. Causing them to be self confident as they learn their purpose; to develop a new attitude toward their circumstance and rise above it.
“Do not be deceived; evil company corrupts good habits.” 1 Corinthians 15:33 “BEWARE OF YOUR COMPANY” Because of the world we live in we will always be in the midst of evil doers. But those who we choose to spend time with on a regular basis, is the ones we need to be aware of. We are called to minister God’s word to those still in darkness, (2 Corinthians 5:18) but what we do and who we associate with apart from that is very important. Before God sent Moses to deliver Israel they had been in Egypt 400 years (Genesis 15:13). But when Moses went back Pharaoh declared: “I do not know the Lord.” (Exodus 5:2) Moses himself after he fled from Egypt was mistaken as an Egyptian (Exodus 2:15-19). It’s apparent that Israel was keeping more company with the world (Egypt) than they were with God. Some of that same company (the mixed multitude) came out of Egypt with Israel and would later influence Israel (Exodus 12:38, Numbers 11:4). Do not be deceived Christian brother and sister; the company you keep can influence you! Paul said in Galatians 5:9 that: “A little leaven leavens the whole lump.” The Galatians church had begun to keep company with false teachers and soon became persuaded by them (vs. 7 & 8). Verse 1 in the same chapter tells us to stand fast in our liberty, (freedom) and not to be yoked in bondage again. The only way we can do that is to keep good company, receive sound doctrine, and be led by the Spirit (vs. 16). Even in our desire to do what’s right, we can be led astray if we are not being aware of our company.
Be Blessed! Virgil L. Wilson Sr.
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Within the past year, there was a news story told of two "Rappers" who shot each other. The story was especially said after reading the comments of one of the guy's lawyers, " We're talking about a bunch of guys who think they're hip hop stars in San Antonio. They're not living the dream, ------- they're living in a dream." They started to believe in their own image......when in fact, it wasn't real." As you "do time", are you being who you really are, or are you being who the homies or the streets want you to be? Time is the most valuable thing in human existence. What are you doing with your time? Who are you? What mark will you leave in this world? Have you acknowledged God in your life? If not, why not? Active Frontline Ministries Beto One New Dawn I remember back when as I sought my path so little appealed to me. For I received no guidance on what road to take No encouragement on what to be.. Such a valuable waste my young life was for pain was my closest friend. None held my hand in times of need and my world was mostly pretend. I took all in stride and trudged right on and so much of life passed me by For my experience in life came from the streets where so many of my deceivers would die. I never understood why life was so hard and my suffering seemed so unfair So many would use and step away from defeat and ignore those still left back there. Many times I cried couldn't stop the tears but none would see my pain. For my emotions I learned to never ever show and my anger would become my drain. So few fond memories I would like to revisit On a slow walk back into time but that's all right Ill take what I got for I've rebuilt my heart and my mind and today I stand and I'm not ashamed to cry for I have no doubts about me. I've moved passed the hurt, brushed off the pain and I've opened my eyes to see. By: Danny R. Dean #317365 Goree Unit
Confess God’s Word! FAVOR Confess that you are Favored! God’s path is the favored path! As God’s child, you are loved and favored, and His unmerited grace and mercy is yours. His hand on your life can also bring you favor with people. Confess these affirmations based on scripture and draw in the priceless favor of God! Deuteronomy 33:23 - Lord, I am satisfied with Your favor and full with Your blessing. Submitted by: Reynaldo Paniagua
"For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the LORD, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope." Jeremiah 29:11 Dear brothers & sisters in Christ: As I shake hands with this divine moment, I am meticulous to give all PRAISE.... GLORY.... and HONOR to my LORD and SAVIOR JESUS CHRIST, because if it were not for HIM, THIS DAY WOULD NOT BE. When I awoke this morning my soul was full of joy, because despite the chains that shackle my physical being, "SPIRITUALLY I CAN SAY THAT (I AM FREE)!" Being SPIRITUALLY FREE is so very (IMPORTANT) to me, because it is the power that comes with it that enables me to keep climbing over every mountain that surfaces in my life. After (FOURTEEN YEARS IN THE PENITENTIARY), on May 14, 2013, "THE LORD" blessed me to be able to go to an (F.C.I. ) - a lower level security. Due to the time I'm currently serving (multiple life sentences) that run consecutive to each other, I was told by my unit team in the beginning of my Bid, that I would (NEVER) be eligible to go to an (F.C.I.) , but little did they know "GOD HAS THE LAST SAY SO!" "But Jesus beheld them, and said unto them, with men this is impossible; but with God all things are possible" (Matthew 19:26). When God opens doors, no man can close them, and when He closes doors no man can open them, an I thank the Lord for His (SUPERNATURAL FAVOR)! Initially I requested to be transferred to an (F.C.I.) located in New Jersey, because I heard that it had a lot of positive things to offer - not to mention that it would have put me three hours away from home, but instead I was sent to (F.C.I) Edgefield in South Carolina. Now I have to admit when I learned that I wasn't going to New Jersey, I became so disappointed...and the devil took advantage of the opportunity to ride my shoulder. I suddenly felt that God had somehow let me down. I was still far away from home, and my new location was just the opposite of what I was told that an (F.C.I) would be like. The programs at this facility are far and few and the ones they do have aren't even all that beneficial. The food is not all that appealing; the kitchen itself is extremely unsanitary; other areas of this facility is equally disgusting; there are no jobs; 95% of the staff treats you like a contagious disease; 85% of the prisoners are boot lickers; the church is questionable; and as if all that isn't bad enough - I'm in a small cell with two other guys who are just as big as me. At one point I was so into my feelings, that I actually contemplated going back to a (penitentiary). But then several weeks ago, "GOD GAVE ME A REALITY CHECK! As I was leaving the kitchen and on my way back to my assigned housing unit, the Lord spoke to me saying "WHAT ARE YOU COMPLAINING FOR?" IS NOT MY GRACE SUFFICIENT ENOUGH FOR THEE? and at that moment I took a look around me and realized that, all my complaining was senseless. I was so wrapped up in my complaining that I couldn't see just how blessed I truly am. Since my being here at this facility, there has not been one lockdown, the atmosphere is so much more calmer than that of a penitentiary....where the tension is so thick that everyday you live to see another day, it literally considered an accomplishment, and because there are no walls that are blocking my view, for the first time in fourteen years not only am I able to see the parking lot in the front of the facility as well as cars passing my on the main roads. I'm also able to gaze upon the abundance of (whole trees), and for those who don't know that in a penitentiary.....the most of a tree we can see is just the top of one, due to the facility being surrounded by brick walls that are fairly high up. Oh and I also get to see geese. After that (SPIRITUAL SLAP UP SIDE THE HEAD) that God gave me, I said to myself - "NO MORE COMPLAINING!" God has a plan for me and my being here is obviously part of it. I was not sent here by mistake, but for His divine purpose and once His word has accomplished that which He has sent it forth to accomplish (in and through) me, then will He graduate me to my next destination. I must always be mindful that MY LIFE DOES NOT BELONG TO ME! Therefore, wherever God leads me I MUST BE WILLING TO FOLLOW!! My perspective of being here at (F.C.I) Edgefield is now totally different than before, because now I am (INTENTIONALLY) "WALKING BY FAITH AND NOT BY SIGHT" (2 Corinthians 5:7). I am excited about what the Lord is doing and my main focus now is to HONOR AND GLORIFY HIM WITH MY LIFE; AND IT BEGINS WITH ME HAVING A NEW ATTITUDE‌ BECAUSE HAVING THE RIGHT ATTITUDE MAKES ALL THE DIFFERENCE, AMEN! I look forward to....when my season has come...to share with you all and AMAZING PRAISE REPORT - so stay tuned. I now leave you as I always come, the in the MAGNIFICIENT NAME OF JESUS CHRIST!! A man after God's own heart, Minister Oesby Antonio Oesby #13350-007 F.C.I P.O Box 725 (Unit C-3) Edgefield, SC 29824-0725
" How God called me to Ministry" - Part 10 Alonzo D Fuller #604169, Clements Unit 9601 Spur 591, Amarillo, Texas 79107 First of all, I start out with praise and honor to our Lord and King, Jesus Christ, who perfected His calling on this ministry by blessing all the work of Virgil & Shy Wilson’s hands. Faith always has a good report. When reading Brother Virgil’s opening statement that their ministry received 501c3 approval, that Sister Shy filled out the lengthy application herself and approval took under a year, this should be a testament this ministry has the calling and blessings of God upon them. It is my prayer that God will move this ministry to take new territories, a broader platform and seek a wider spectrum. For, Pastor Decaso Woods and all Believers who reads this article In Bro. Decaso’s article titled, “Work as a Team” he wrote and stated, “I received some bad news about my Dad...my Mother...and my BIC Bro. Dowell and Hodges.” I don’t see that as bad news, but as an opportunity to prove that God’s word words. As believers in Christ Jesus we have the divine life and nature of God living in our spirit. Jesus Christ delegated to the church (us) all power and authority on earth: to overcome adversity, to trample demonic spirits, to thwart the plans of the devil, to triumph over the storms of life, to conquer the works of Satan and to live in the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. To an unbeliever and even the believer lacking knowledge, it certainly would be “bad news” to hear a family member has cancer, or a mother’s health is poor and a BIC or SIC have an illness. These are challenges we face daily. However, to the believers having knowledge of their authority in Christ, “shall not be afraid of evil tidings (bad news), his [or her] heart is fixed, trusting in the Lord. Psalm 112:7 What I’m going to write about is a revelation and doctrine from Jesus Christ to teach the church “how” to minister to the sick and how to deal with that sickness. Keep in mind, there are many methods and ways to minister healing to the sick. Because of the 1 page policy, I will highlight the main-points on what Jesus taught me. The following is only one aspect on how to minister to the sick. Where there is no knowledge, there is no faith. Your faith begins where knowledge starts. You must know what the bible says...if you don’t know what God says, it will be very difficult to enjoy what God has already provided to the church. First, you must know that “sickness & disease” is a demonic spirit seeking to embody someone to manifest and express its personality, type, character, nature and kind. From the natural realm, we see sickness & disease as a physical thing on the body attacking it to bring destruction. The sickness & disease was brought by a demon and is being developed by a demon. Remember this, “all” our troubles are demon-made. Jesus made it very clear, His attitude toward sin and disease has never changed. Sickness does not belong to the body of Christ. Jesus dealt with sickness as He dealt with demons. Unknowingly, we treat and fight sickness with natural abilities, because we do or say things not knowing its origin. Very often, the church deals with adversity the same way as the world deals with adversity. Nevertheless, I’m not against doctors nor hospitals, because they fight the same fight as me. However, the weapons I use to conquer sickness and disease is different from those of doctors and hospitals. Now, from the spiritual realm, sickness or a disease stems from a demon spirit seeking to manifest into the natural realm in order to oppress (meaning: exercising dominion over - Acts 10:38) and destroy the human body. Therefore, our weapon is the Sword of the Spirit, the Word of God. Second, you must know that it’s the will of God that the church be free from sickness as it is from sin. Death is an enemy. Weakness and disease are enemies. These things are not only an enemy of man, but it is also the enemy of God. Sin and sickness are one in the mind of God. Anything that touches the man, and injures the man, God is against. Disease touches the man, and God laid it upon Jesus. So, when God laid our sin on Jesus, He laid us on Jesus. He laid the whole man on Jesus, because of what man has become. God laid our sins, our weaknesses, our infirmities and diseases...on Jesus. Therefore, Jesus became sin with our sin, became sick with our sickness. Why are so many in the church sick? Jesus revealed to me, the sin - sickness and the diseases that are in the church today are there because of our not taking our places in Christ. These things are widespread in the church today because we don’t exercise to do the work that Jesus commanded us to do.
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" How God called me to Ministry" - Part 10 Alonzo D Fuller #604169, Clements Unit 9601 Spur 591, Amarillo, Texas 79107 Third, and perhaps the most important of the three: our actions and our words. Jesus gave me the following scripture and illustration. Matthew 9:5 “For which is easier to say, “Your sins are forgive you”, or to say, “Arise and walk”. Jesus showed me there are two examples in this one scripture concerning ministers of today. many ministers prefer to simply pray for someone’s salvation rather dealing with the sickness, because the don’t know how to operate beyond their human abilities. Today’s generation does not know that it can go beyond medical diagnosis, beyond financial problems, and beyond all natural evidence. There is no expectation of the supernatural power of God. Besides, if the ministry-leader has no revelation, he cannot take you where he has never been nor beyond his knowledge. Finally, when ministering healing—you speak words. Deal with the demon/sickness by commanding it to leave the body in the Name of Jesus. It’s the Word of Faith we speak. Then, find healing scriptures to speak “to and over” the body that needs the healing. When doing this, let it be a constant, continuous and frequent confession. God’s word is medicine. Proverbs 4:20-23 Take It! See yourself healed. Psalm 91:16; 118:17
*PUPPETEER* One time in our lives we were puppets to the “Puppeteer” (Satan) allowing him to control our lives in sex, money, greed, fornication, and all the other sins of this world… Once we chose life over death, we became fighters for Christ so we can “float like a butterfly and sting like a bee” because we walk by faith and not by sight. For thou hast delivered my soul from death: wilt not thou deliver my feet from falling, that I may walk before God in the light of the living? (Psalm 56:13) The “Puppeteer” start influencing humanity at the day of birth planting them negative seeds in ones mind to believe a lie. The lie the “Puppeteer” tell us that we are homosexuals, fornicators, adulterers, killers, thieves, and all of the other ungodly things of this world. If we are true men and women of God we will spread His word to the ends of the earth no matter what the world may say or do...For if any be a hearer of the word, and not a doer, he is like unto a man beholding his natural face in a glass. (James 1:23) So with Christians: Because we know the end of the story, we can be centers of peace in the midst of utter chaos, calm in the face of disaster. Let your moderation be known unto all men. The Lord is at hand (Philippians 4:5) Our Lord is standing just outside the door ready to burst through and turn everything that’s wrong right-side up. no doctrine is more closely linked to practical daily living than that of the Lord’s return… Christ laid down His life for us. Don’t you think or do you know that we’re supposed to lay our life down to make sure that humanity hear the Word of God? Time is short, stop allowing the “Puppeteer” to control us like puppets and to do his deeds, because today is the day of salvation...And we can only be free through the blood of the Lamb; there’s no other way to obtain this!!! Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. (John 14:6) Written by: Joseph Junior Evans #604541 Michael Unit Writing for the Lord Ministry
Somebody Is Listening Ministry Min. Michael & Sandra Howard P.O Box 543004 Dallas, TX 75354 Grace and peace to you from God our Father and Lord Jesus Christ who gave himself for our sins to rescue us from the present evil age, according to the will of our God and Father. (Gal. 1:3-4). To all my beautiful brothers and sisters, I wish you a Happy New Year and speak blessings into your life as well as my own. I thank God for allowing me to see another day, each day is truly a gift from God that some times we forget to thank him for. To my TDOTLM ministry family, to my BKCC family and my BIC family, THANK YOU, and you guys know what I mean! I say thank you to these people because they have touched and moved in my life out here. Just the love, the understanding, and the compassion they share with me. I love you guys. Thank you so much! I finally graduated my classes at CEF (Construction Education Foundation) at North Lake College of the Dallas County Community College District, and received certifications and basic training in Welding, HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical. Also certifications in “Introduction to the Construction Industry” and completed my OSHA 10-hour Construction Industry. I am happy of myself but I am not content or complacent with my status. There is still work to be done. The storm in my life is moving so fast that I find myself fighting that old man. Man!!! I tell you, that old man fight hard but is no match for my Jesus! Think it not strange or be surprised at the painful trials you’re suffering, but rejoice that you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when His glory I revealed. And this is a fact that his glory will be revealed. This reminds me of when Paul in 1 Cor. 4:18-19; when Paul explain he was sending Timothy to them, his beloved and faithful son in the Lord. Timothy was instructed to remind them of Paul’s ways in Christ, ways which he taught in all the churches. Paul is saying that he practiced what he preached, and this should be true of everyone who engages in Christian service. When Paul explained that he was sending Timothy to them, perhaps some of his distractions in Corinth would rise quickly to suggest that Paul was afraid to come himself. (isn’t that what people today do? Really quick to make assumptions). These men were puffed up in suggesting that Paul was not coming personally. But he promise that he will come in the near future, if the Lord wills. When he does, he will expose the pride of those who can talk so freely, but have no spiritual power. After all it is “power” that counts, for the Kingdom of God is not concerned principally with words but with action. It does not consist of profession, but of reality, because as people we need to be reminded to not be discouraged no matter what people say. We go all the way back to the conquest of Joshua 1:5-9 the Lord said to Joshua: no one will be able to stand up against you all the days of your life (what a powerful statement by our Lord!) As I was with Moses, so I will be with you; I will never leave you nor forsake you. Be strong and courageous, because you will lead these people to inherit the land I swore to their forefathers to give them. Be strong and very courageous. Be careful to obey all the law my servant Moses gave you do not turn from it to the right or to the left, that you may be successful wherever you go. That has said enough because as people, we forget what our Lord has called us to do. That storm is coming and if we turn off and forget the word the Lord has given us we are in grave trouble. The Lord said to Joshua: not to forget the Law of Moses, but we as people, we will start trying to concern ourselves with all the things of man. That is where we take our eyes off Jesus, trying to please the person on the other side of us. Listening to the storm around us instead of moving through the storm in front of us, making our way to Jesus. As I was going through my education storms was all around me - but my focus was on that storm in front of me, because if I turn to the left or right listening to those storms, I would definitely lose focus of my path in front of me. So brothers & sisters don’t worry about what is happening on your right or left. Stay focused - at all cost. Our Lord said: you will endure trials, know that whatever God give you or subject you to, as long as Jesus is in front, how can you be certain, you not going through a storm that God has specifically put in front of you? As long as Jesus is in front! Shoot - we should be running through those storms (smile) So be encouraged! Love you guys!!! Minister Michael Howard
I would like to comment on Brother Michael’s message BECOME AN OFFENSE! Brother, a lot of Christians can’t be an offense because they are still married to the world. Colossians 3:5 says mortify therefore your members which are upon the earth fornication, uncleanness, inordinate affection, evil concupiscence and covetousness which is idolatry. We are to die to the things we use to do when we were children of darkness. So many times we get caught up in trying to please the world instead of Christ. Trying to keep our buddies compromising James 4:8 we must cleanse ourselves and purify our hearts from being double minded. We can’t place anything above Christ. We must divorce all things tied to our past including memories. The high siding on what we use to have and how we use to do it. God knows all so who are we trying to entertain? Man. God wants a broken vessel for his use, we can’t be broken if we are full of self. Hmmm…..we went hard for the devil but we are ashamed to do the same for God. Ps. 63:8 says my soul followeth hard after thee. God wants us in pursuit of him. He can’t use us if we are ashamed of Him. We have too many lip service saints. I was once one. Professing Christ when I was around church folks but then transforming back in my dorm doing me. I failed I backslide because I wasn’t divorced from my past. Now it does not matter what the world says to me or about me. I know who I am in Christ. I surrendered my will to his. I encourage all my brothers and sisters in the Lord let 2014 be the year we stand boldly for the Lord we give Jesus our all. We become a offense for Christ sold out at all cost. Say no to everything that held you bound in 2013 and love forward with Christ. SET YOUR AFFECTIONS ON THINGS ABOVE NOT ON THINGS OF THE EARTH. COLOSSIANS 3:2 GET OFF THE PLAYGROUND AND ON THE BATTLEFIELD FOR THE LORD BE BLESSED A VOICE IN THE WILDERNESS AMY D. IVY #845649 ONE LOVE MINISTRIES P.S. Brother David Brooks, I would love to send you some music I’ve written so you can put some sound to it. ~REAL TALK FOR REAL MEN~ The question was posed to me, “How do you forgive yourself?” When asked, it gave me pause. So I begin to ask others the same question. What I found is that most people simply don’t know. My best friend who has be a “Christian” most of her life, answered by saying, “we have to start by realizing we were meant to make mistakes and learn from them.” WOW! A far cry from what the bible teaches. But this is just one of the things that we have been taught, that we should just “get over it.” There is something very wrong with this. Now, if forgiveness is a source of life, then that would lead me to believe that unforgiveness is a source of death! Maybe this can account for the state of the church today. so many of us are holding unforgiveness in our hearts that it causes us to look outward instead of inwardly. We have become masters at what others are doing cause it helps us to bury the pain that was inflicted on us and mask the unforgiveness in our hearts. We have unforgiveness, not because we don’t want to forgive, but because we don’t have the courage to confront the person or persons that hurt us. And so begins the cycle of masking. We get so good at it that it becomes habit. We don’t even realize we are doing it after awhile. No one tries to be unforgiving, it’s just something we picked up and never learned to get rid of. As believers we don’t have to settle for guilt, shame and regret, those things that come with unforgiveness. Jn. 10:10 says: “The thief comes to kill, steal and destroy…” (unforgiveness kills your joy, steals your peace of mind and destroys your relationships.) “… I came that they may have life and have it abundantly.” we can never experience the abundant life Christ offers with unforgiveness in our hearts. In Neh. 9:17; even though the children of Israel disobeyed God and did not remember His commands, it states “… but you are a God of forgiveness…” Forgiveness is not a good thing it’s a God thing. Remember Christ’s example to us on how we should pray? “… forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us…” it is a requirement for Godly living. Unforgiveness affects how you view yourself and others. Christ did that I might have forgiveness of sins, how much more should I forgive those who have caused me pain? To be continued… By Traveling Word Ministries
Greetings of grace and peace from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Enclosed is a message from a wife with an incarcerated husband. Too many times, we men tend to take for granted or overlook the struggle our dedicated wives go through with us on the other side of the razor-wire. We think that nobody on the outside understands the pressure and struggles of us doing time. In fact, the opposite is most true. The committed loving wife of incarcerated husbands know the true meaning of sacrifice, loyalty and love. It takes a strong, courageous and God-fearing woman to embark upon this task and see it through and not every woman is able. The insight here shows from a wife’s perspective, that in the midst of the storms and struggles, it can be done if you persevere. God’s grace and strength by the power od His Holy Spirit will guide and lead you if you trust in Him wholeheartedly. (Prov. 3:5,6). Men of God, embrace your wives and let them know you understand their struggle too. Comfort them and empathize with them during these trying times and Together cast your cares upon the Lord and He will take care of yall. (1 Peter 5:7). Its hard on us but its harder on them. Be in constant prayer and communion with Him for lasting godly marriages with Christ at the center of it. Pour out and share the Agape love to your wives that God so freely gives you. Ladies, I pray God continues to bless you for your courageous devout honor and commitment to God and your husbands. I just encourage you to stay connected with the source of joy and anointing, and that’s your relationship with Christ Jesus. You can do all things through Christ Jesus who strengthens you. (Phil. 4:13). I’m praying God will continue to minister and prosper the Holy Matrimony and union He blessed each and everyone of you with. Love and Light From your Brother in White and Bondservant in Christ Damon Wilson Liberty In Captivity Ministry
~I’M STRUGGLING TOO~
Today is a bad day. I wish I could say that I’ve never had one before, but bad days consume my life. I have no escape from them. Today is a day when I wonder...where is the support for me in this struggle? When a man asks a woman to wait for him while he’s I prison, does he realize what an incredible emotional sacrifice it is? Does he realize the pain and never-ending loneliness that attaches itself to her heart and soul? Does he realize that yes, we are in this struggle too? When I made this choice to do this bit with my man I didn’t know what it would mean to consciously hand over the control and happiness of my life...not to my man, but to an institution. From the very beginning, my man told me that I had the power in the relationship because I was the one who was free. How am I free? What power do I have? I buy my clothes according to what is acceptable for visits. At anytime I can go anywhere my heart desires, but my heart’s desire is trapped within that prison compound. So, where am I going? I stalk the mailman and won’t leave the house until he comes, waiting for a white envelope with that familiar handwriting that has take place of hugs and kisses.
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~I’M STRUGGLING TOO~ (continues)... I check the phone several times a day to make sure its working, waiting to hear it ring and see “unavailable” appear on the caller ID, a sight that has taken the place of the sound of my doorbell or his car horn. I set my watch to the clocks in prison. I schedule my bedtime around “count”. No, I don’t have any power. The phone company has the power. The prison and the guards have all the power. Today, I feel helpless and out of control. Today sure is a bad day, and yes, I’m struggling too. Today, like most of my bad days that pass, I see a little bit of my life that has slipped away; another memory not made, another dream that doesn’t come true. Another day my son won’t know what its like to have a father in his life, one more day my family is separated. One more day I’m without a real home. I am so often standing on the line between sanity and insanity, I have to keep telling myself, “He’s real, this is real, our love is real, and the end will come.” Today when he called I had to fight off the urge to beg him to come home to me. “Please come home. If you really loved me, you’d find a way.” today I blame him for keeping us apart. Today I am so very angry with him. Today is definitely a bad day, and yes, I’m struggling too. A good day can turn bad in the blink of an eye, a tick of the clock, or a beat of my heart. I am on an emotional roller coaster that changes course without warning or consideration for my mental state. It never asks permission. Attacks of loneliness, despair, confusion and frustration hit me and consume me from the bottom of my feet to the top of my head and every crevice of my body in between. Some bad days I want to curl up in my bed and sleep. Sleep the days away. Some bad days I can’t sleep or even eat. Sometimes I have to make my heart beat and my lungs take in oxygen. Suicide is never a thought, but dying from loneliness is always a possibility. Today I have no answers that make sense to me for the thousands of questions running through my head. My mind is cluttered with doubts and confusion and this makes my heart heavy with guilt and shame. How could I question the one real joy I have in my life? There are so many people who are lonely, without love and passion in their lives, so as difficult as this ordeal is, I know that what he and I share is the most precious of all gifts. But today, I can’t remember all the unconditional love, support, and non-judgment that my man has bestowed upon me. Today, I can’t remember that my man is the only one who really understands and accepts me, and the good and the bad. Today, I can’t remember all the desire and passion that my man has brought out of me. Today, I can’t remember that he plays no games, tell no lies, and wears our love like a badge of honor. Today is obviously a bad day, and yes, I’m struggling too! While I wouldn’t change one second, erase one tear, or forget heartache, I can truly understand why a woman would choose not to wait. The reality is that I am in prison too… I am also doing time and the only thing I am guilty of is being in love with my man. For everyone of us who stands by our man, that can endure the bad days and savor the good; there are many who can’t. many just don’t even try. To the men whose women have chosen to move on, you must always remember that there are always two sides to every story. Your women might not tell you what's in their hearts, but if you listen hard enough you can hear them. You can hear their confusion and their fear pleading with you to understand, to forgive, to accept, and to remember… Not every woman is strong enough to endure the bad days that the struggle brings. Thank God, I’m strong enough! Author Withheld
Something for the NOW Husbands and the FUTURE Husbands ~Author Unknown~ Submitted by: Samuel V. Harris - Goree Unit If a husband has even a small amount of skill, true dedication and a good wife behind him there’s nothing he can’t do. When you enjoy the blessings of life with your wife by putting God on her first today and beyond. You create a stronger relationship with your wife. It is through commitment, fidelity, grace, and tenderness, trust, honesty, communication, understanding, and listening to your wife. You don’t have to solve all the problems, just be a listener! That was my mistake. I want to solve all their problems but can’t!!! You need to give your wife all that in yall’s relationship in word and in deed - how much you love her and how valuable your wife is to you and to God. Empower your wife by putting your wife needs above your own will. To be that number Husband, it goes back to willingness to listen, the skill to truly hear and the ability to relate deeply with your wife to be the best earthly husband you can be, you need the help from the ultimate Father! No matter how tough things get between you and your wife. You can never quit on your wife, God is your bond, and God put but of ya’ll together, the yoke shall not be broken, unless Golden Sins are committed. Adultery, trust is out the door, honesty etc. you get the picture. A winning husband never quits, and a husband who quits never wins. A wife knows who she has for a husband and husband knows who he has for a wife, emotionally, physically, mentally and spiritually and not just financially, or just for sex. The opposites attract!!! Sometimes. Enjoy your activities. Give her that quality time that she needs from her husband. If anyone of you are thinking about marriage, start today on how you are going to be that #1 husband to your wife. Take things slow and grow into each other. Love one another with flaws and all. Always confirm with the Lord if this the right lady to start a family with. KEY WORD - GOD 1st!!! May God Bless You in your journey of being a husband. Matt. 19:4-6 Mal. 2:16 PS: Regularly ask your spouse spiritual questions and review the spiritual questions.
IT’S TIME TO BREAK THE CHAINS We’re like a circus elephant tied down by a bicycle chain. We ask how one small chain could hold a powerful elephant. The trainer explains the memory that keeps him from trying to escape. When the elephant was very young, he didn’t have the strength to break the chain or pull free. He learned then that the chain was stronger than he was and he hasn’t forgotten that. The result is the elephant, now full grown and powerful remembers only that he tried to break the chain and couldn’t, so he never tries again. His memory, not the chain, binds him. Of course, occasionally the elephant does discover he can break the chain, and from then on his keeper has trouble controlling him. The chains that bind us is our past, and we are tied to it by our memory. Satan is the keeper who wants to keep us from becoming all that God desires for us. God has a plan for your life. (1 John 3:8) Jesus came to destroy the works of the devil. Just like the elephants memory, not the chain had him bound. In 2014 we must change the channel of our thoughts and think on the Word of God and get hooked up to what the Word of God says about you. (2 Corinthians 5:17) tell us that we are new creatures in Christ, old thoughts, failures, setbacks, and friends have passed away, GOD is doing a new thing in your life. IT’S TIME TO BREAK THE CHAINS!!! Michael Unit Minister of Music David Wayne Brooks #505127 In the key of “C”
WHY DO WOMEN STAY IN DOMESTIC VIOLENCE RELATIONSHIPS OR MARRIAGES From the outside looking in many may wonder why women stay in domestic violence relationships or marriages, why they continue to deny the reality of their situation and remain in harm’s way along with their kids. Is it possible for any man to possess this form of control over a women to where she feels this behavior and abuse is normal and acceptable. That she deserves nothing better than what she is receiving (ABUSE). Or has she become so overwhelmed by threats and violence until fear has now stagnated her thought process, again I ask you is it normal, traditional or is it a leaned behavior that has taken root from watching mom and dad fight. Then the next day mom tell her; it’s okay he didn’t mean it, maybe the young ladies whom walked around in her neighborhood with cosmetic black eyes or busted lips influence her decision to desire a man whom would demonstrate his love by degrading, beating and cheating on her impacted her decision to choose a man of this caliber. Personally I think many feel trapped and helpless due to fear of safety, shelter, lack of financial support or knowledge of available resources for domestic violence. Which in many cases caused them to condone and/or tolerate this behavior and continue to not only subject themselves, yet their children as well to this abuse. My solution is simple, yet complicated; “Get out of this abusive relationship or marriage”. I mean, it’s just that simple walk away, however many may argue this simplicity due to the length of time being in a relationship or marriage. Things that have been accumulated; home, cars, clothing, saving accounts, or a job. Yet what’s more important, (things or your life?) stop allowing guilt, shame, a piece of man is better than no man attitude to keep you bound. Stop allowing things he may have told you to steal your joy, worth, self-esteem and yourself respect as a young lady to keep you and your children in harm’s way. I remember telling a young lady I use to date that no other man would want her with 3 kids and 3 different baby daddies – sound familiar? Ladies, please stop making excuses for his actions. Please! If he is not willing to seek counseling, get out of the relationship. Okay! Don’t allow, do not allow “I’m sorry, tears and empty promises” I repeat, do not allow I’m sorry, tears and empty promises to be the cause of your children growing up without you; their mother. Ladies I want you to know that God loves you; Jesus loves you and so do I. this is why I stand here before you today because you are worthy, very deserving of a man whom loves, respects and supports you in all aspects of life. Most importantly, a man who appreciated you for who you are” A lady” and what you are “God’s gift to men” your man. I can only imagine how Adam felt knowing that Eve was crated from one of his ribs. MAN! How much closer can you “A Lady” get to a man’s heart. Ladies, you’re beautiful, intelligent, creative, loving and very supportive. That’s who you are to me and that’s whom you should be in the sight of your man, because you are that and more in the eyes of GOD. BE BLESSED!!!!!!!! In 2011, according to reports of domestic violence prevalent in Houston area 22,000 calls a month came from domestic violence hotline. Harris County had the highest rate of such deaths with 23 women killed in domestic violence incidents. Dallas had 13,733 family violence calls, 1,239 were agg. Assaults, 16 murders, 11,529 assaults, 127 against children, 66 rapes………………..Domestic Violence Statistics reported that every 9 seconds in the U.S a woman is assaulted or beaten. Domestic violence is the leading cause of injury to women, more than car accidents, muggings, and rapes combined. 1 in every 4 women will experience domestic violence in her lifetime….
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~I KNEW YOU WOULD BE WHERE YOU ARE TODAY…~ Jeremiah 1:5 says: Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee; and before thou camest forth out of the womb, I sanctified thee, and I ordained thee a prophet unto the nations. Psalm 119:67 says: Before I was afflicted, I went astray: but now have I kept thy word. Psalm 119:71 says: It is good for me that I have been afflicted, that I might learn thy statue. Psalm 119:106 says: I have sworn, and I will perform it, that I will keep thy righteous judgments. Psalm 119:112 says: I have inclined mine heart to perform thy statutes always, even unto the end. To my brothers and sisters in Christ. May our Lord and Savior receive all the Glory and Honor… a few words of encouragement. I’m sure a lot of us have sat down in our bunks and thought how did we go wrong, and what we could’ve done differently so we would not be in the situation we are in today. but like the Word of God says, before He formed thee in the belly I knew thee, and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee. You see our Lord and our Savior knew we would be where we are at today. due to the choices we made. Many of us probably called out to Him in our situations living the life of sin and wanted a way out of the misery we were living. So He allowed a situation to take place to save our lives from the life we were living. Many of us were probably so deep and caught up in the web that we couldn’t even take ourselves out of the life style we were living. Before we got into trouble we were living the life of the flesh and the way we desired. But when we gotten afflicted it brought reality to us. The choices we made in life brought us to where we are today and how we think today. if we wasn’t in the right mind frame where would we be today? but since we’ve been afflicted we no longer live the life of the flesh but we now sit in the light with my Lord and my Savior whom has redeemed us from the web of the enemy. Today I can honestly give thanks to my Lord and Savior for saving my life and bringing me out of the darkness that Satan once had me entangled with. I now know the Word of God and today I can honestly say I stand on His solid foundation and that is Jesus Christ my Lord and my Savior. I made a decision in my heart, mind, soul to serve the one True God and that I would do everything to be the woman He called me to be before He formed me in my mothers womb. Today I stand as a woman who trust in her Lord and Savior and have made Him #1 in my life before my children and my family. Today I no longer hold onto the past but look towards every promise He has given me. Today I’m the woman He needs me to be and that is one of His chosen ones from the womb. Let me finish with this last word of encouragement. God is going to continue to finish what He has started in us. So brothers and sisters keep the faith and trust in our Lord and Savior because He is true to His word and promises. I pray and hope this has made you to see things differently today. stay grounded in the Word of God because He is the only way. Always YSIC, Liliana Hernandez #1219188 Hobby Unit One Love Ministries “Foot Soldier”
LOVE 2 HATE RELATIONSHIP PART #2 To my dearest beloved children of God, bless you all in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… I’m making a dedication to my loved sisters with “ONE LOVE MINISTRIES”… so innocent is your love. I’m a witness to the GAME & destruction of many strong men. I’m exposed. “Let love be without hypocrisy, abhor what is evil; cling to what is good.” Romans 12:9. Amos 5:15 “Hate evil, love good, and establish justice in the gate!” Please sisters I take my time to acknowledge the ordinance of God. To put it in your hearts, so that you will understand lawlessness is being increased. Don’t you know that liberals claim to stand on Love & Peace as well? Which is opposite of conservatism. (study) I turn you to 1 Corinthians 6:9-17, 1 Timothy 1:8-10, also 2 Timothy 4:1-5. Lets take it to the heart of people Jeremiah 17:9-10, Mark 7:21-23. I, your brother is being tested with fire. Read Ephesians 6:10-20. then you should know that, “love without hate, is very much non existent.” As I walk with God (read John 14:15-26) I come with the Spirit of Truth. Satan tries to box God in. Don’t be deceived. The bible is written in contexts, don’t stray from that! You got to love God with the strength and might of your being. Doing this, you will learn to hate the devil. I lay back and used to look at the female workers and blame them. But I noticed a much darker truth. The man are leading the woman astray. You all know the story of Adam and Eve. The important message is the order of God’s creation. The devil goes against that order. Romans 1:16-32. being homosexual, lesbians is against the ordinance of God. Romans 1:28 states, “And just as they did not se fit to acknowledge God any longer, God gave them over to a depraved mind, to do those things which are not proper”… The devil is going to try and box you in. but you have to show the fruits of the Spirits detailed in Galatians 5:16-26. a lot is expressed in wisdom and in prudence. It’s not said because its said. (Those with ears & eyes, see & hear) I know that doing time is hard. I’m being tested with fire. I will say 99% of this unit is gay. And for one’s unbeknoweths to them. The characteristic are written on their hearts. go to Romans 2:17-29. because as I say this, I learned to love God with all my might! In so doing this, I have to be careful that the fire don’t consume me. I find myself being more like God. As I strive for perfection, JOY is mine! I find it by acknowledging God… GOD is the Almighty. He knows your needs. The answers lies within your very being… focused inside your being. Not outwardly on worldly lusts. And you will enrich your soul. I find meaning in Psalm 23 and Psalm 27. I submit my will to GOD. James 4:7 “And honestly, you got to be a killa. You can’t just love everybody. Though we walk in love. And is rich in mercy; it’s spiritual: but be cautious who you allow on your very personal area. For the heart of people are sick. You are sheep in the midst of wolves. How could you not hate ones who are out to devour your flesh? To steal and destroy your soul? To steal your joy from you? Once you wake up to the evil and all that’s in play. You will learn to abhor what is evil. Then you will know true meaning of when you express - ONE LOVE - Anonymously sent. Far from a coward. Just not the time as in due time, will reveal itself if you pay attention… LOVE 2 HATE YBIC As forces collide, which way are you heading?
“The Beginning is just as Important...” Peace and Greetings to All the Believers! In the Name of God, The Beneficent, The Most Merciful let us give praise and thanks, to the Most High, for investing His powers is us, enabling the people guidance to endure the struggles that came to us, this past year! For we are blessed to have the opportunity, to witness the beginning of a new cycle, coming full circle! The beginning is usually met, with conditions, issues, and situations that will need to be dealt with in a divine manner so that it is founded in truth! Therefore if we study, learn, acquire the knowledge, and memorize the beginning… the end will no longer trouble or surprise “us” at all! Let us start this New Year off, with a Godly Spirit in all we partake in, so that we can reap that in which we have sown! If it is “love” that we implement into our intentions, then the act will manifest (reap) truth and understanding. But if it is “hate” that is implemented, then the evil that breeds “envy & jealousy”, will surely cause Great Sin in our actions! So we must guard against that type of cruelty, by seeking refuge in (God), as we prepare for each and every endeavor, we partake in! God loves us so, that he sends us revelations through who, He pleases. So that we not only be saturated with “The Word”, but also an example, in the crystallization of our (minds), reflecting on Jesus Christ actions, that were divinely demonstrated indeed! Jesus spirit shines so brightly, that He brought Holiness to the sight of the non-believers, enabling them to vision a Higher Power, at the end of their journey! May the love, mercy, and blessings of (God) continue to be bestowed upon us all… As we now know that, “The Beginning is just as important, as the End”. So the next time someone says, “It’s not how you start, but how you finish”… simply tell them, (I beg to differ) Peace! True I Remain, Your Brother, Comrade and Servant, In the Struggle! Brother Charles X #24784-077 (U.S.P. Terre Haute)
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DID YOU KNOW? Approximately three-thousandths of all water on the surface of the globe evaporates each year. Martin Luther was the first to put lights on Christmas trees. Many of his followers adopted the practice and soon the custom spread throughout Europe. A bridge on Lima, Peru, in 1610 was made of mortar that was mixed not with water but with the whites of 10,000 eggs. Called the Bridge of Eggs, it is still standing.
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QUOTES FOR THE DAY TODAY’S REMINDER: Don't ever listen to those lies that keep saying you can't be a testimony until you fix you. Praise your way through and out! TRUTH: People who are wrong for your life, don't always leave your life voluntarily. Sometimes they need help finding the exit. Point to it. You're worth it. SIMPLY PUT: Don't ever allow your wounds to transform you into someone you are not. Embrace you…
I want to send this to all the ladies out there and especially to my new friend sister Colette Richardson, stay strong girl and know God will lead us through. I'm living proof, 99 years, 34 done and it's God will that I be free to his work. I will continue to be in touch through TDOTL ministries newsletter. God is blessing us all everyday, we just have to be in tune with Him to know and receive it. In Christ Danny R. Dean Beautiful, 2014, WOW! Here we are on another new year that the Lord has brought us. 2013 had its own adventure especially me being hospitalized fro nearly 3 weeks. Thank you Baby for being in my corner and being the best wife, that Proverbs 31 wife, a man could ever ask or need. My love for you grows stronger and stronger by the day, I love you so much Baby and I know you know it. -Your Husband First Lady Ramona Jackson, Thank you for what you wrote in Dec. newsletter. I am a incarcerated man that is married. I married my wife while incarcerated and you know the beautiful woman I married, as well that you only know of me by words and not physically. Sister Jackson, I read and read the words you spoke to the husbands and you’re right - not just a for of godliness, but a Man of God! Ephesians 5:25-33 is what I try to live by with Amber Johnson. I want to say again: Thank you for letting the spirit use you and thank you Pastor Vic for your love and dedication to doing what God has called you to do - bless you both, I love you. Oh and keep up the good works with Real Boys/Real Men & Real Girls/Real Ladies…
Hello Momma Bear, May God continue to bless you & your family with peace & joy. Let me let it be known that you are my answered prayer, I prayed for God to send me someone special, and that someone cane in the form of you Angel. I clearly understand that you're not perfect but you're perfect for me, you possess all the qualities of a good woman you are a pure, honest and genuine person with flaws in which you've shared. My assignment is not to judge or condemn you, it is to uplift you so that you can become the fearless woman God formed you to be. Remember this, God loves you and so do I. From yours truly Teddy Bear Bro. Michael Kimmel, Hey my strong brother in the Lord, God bless you and your family. Me and Amber have you in prayer as I know you have us. The ministry is growing. MVP Ministries will be conducting a Men of Valor & Power workbook which will first start on the unit. Yuri, Matt, Leon and other brothers will be involved in this workbook to help men grow closer to God. And do materials that is more close to home with guys that they have seen their walk on this unit. Keep the ministry in prayer that we always be God led and not self led. I want you to know that you are a powerful weapon for the kingdom of God. Keep doing what you do best - impacting lives! 2014 is your year!!! Love you Rev. HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MY BEAUTIFUL WIFE “MRS. CHARLENE OESBY”
Baby, when I am with you in thought, time seems to come to a complete standstill - and all that matters to me in that candle light oven baked moment is (YOU) Rev. Darnell Johnson your smile...your scent...your stare...your touch...and laughter. For it is in that moment am I reminded of just Mrs. Michelle Robinson, how good it feels to be loved by and in love with - an Angel. First I love you like crazy for all the days of my life Yellow Bone. You bring me joy and happiness and you Like a melody to ones favorite song, “You stay on my do put unconditional love in my heart. Even this being a mind.” and second to God, you are the first thought I New Year once again for us and our relationship. Baby think when I arise in the morning! Truly you are that it’s just God saying we’re doing something right! Hold-on my Angel 2014 is our year. Your strength is my secret ingredient to my happiness, and I thank you! motivation to keep striving forward and you better do May this birthday be one that you’ll always remember, the same. Daddy’s almost home! I love you forever!!! simply because we shared it together. So In Love Am I, Your Husband 4 Life Mr. Michael Robinson “Your Husband” Mr. Antonio Oesby
SHOUT OUT TO EASTHAM 6 DORM Shout out to Frog, Big-O, Bro. Peavey and the whole 6-Dorm. I love you guys and miss the church praise & worship. Michael Unit is not like Eastham but we do get to worship. Bro. Ricky Parish My Love, I see the Lord working in your life through the program. You have a strong group of supporters surrounding you. I see God working in our lives and relationship. Love you, Your Queen, Rilda SHOUT OUT TO MRS. JAMECA HARRIS To the one I love deeply, I’m trying my best to be the husband you want me to be. I know there’s obstacles that comes, and I hail to them, but I jump up and keep striving to hold on to what we have. I want to be there for you also when you go through the storms of life. We are one in accord with the love of Jesus Christ. All I mention in the article is all what I want to be as a husband within you. I love you Meca, Now and Forever. Your Husband Mr. Samuel Harris
To the love of my life! Who would have knew back in 2009 that as we entered 2014 that we would be husband and wife. Baby, I love you and I’m so thankful God has placed us together and for the plan He has for our lives. This year, I’m making a vow to grow deeper in my relationship with the Lord so that He may take me deeper with you. I vow to be everything God has called me to be for you and to love you and follow you as you serve the Lord. I vow to strive to continue to make it “Mo Betta” for you and all I ask is for “A Couple of Forevers” from you. I know that God has something awesome in store for our future. I love you baby!! ~Your Wife
Rodney Bernard my lover and friend, Our request to GOD is to be together until the end. I am willing and waiting to be with you, Rodney Bernard my baby my boo!! I can see your smile all the way in Dallas, Rodney Bernard the king of our palace!! Love you…Sandra (almost) Allen!!! SHOUT OUT TO LEMAR ERVIN LOVE YA BIG BRO IT’S ALMOST OVER LIL BRO, SAMUEL HARRIS SHOUT OUT TO BROTHER DEAN & SISTER WILSON I love yalls articles on love. Keep produce Godly love and beyond. Let God continue to show true love through yall. On this note love should be the unifying force and the identifying mark of the Christian community. Love is the key to walking in the light, because we cannot grow spiritually while we’re hating others. Our growing relationships with God will make our relationship with others grow deeply in love and beyond. It’s happening as we speak now. God Bless YBIC, Samuel Harris - Goree Unit Special THANKS to Andrew & Lori Charlton for sponsoring the “prize” for the person who’s correct answers for the trivia questions are received first. May God bless the Charlton’s and all of you who help keep this ministry going! Virgil L. Wilson Sr.
Congratulations Sis. Shy and Big Brother Virgil Wilson. Continue to grow in God who’s beauty, I myself I’m not worthy of, but it’s worth all the longsuffering and slaving. These are only the beginnings of God’s will for both of ya’ll. “Get it together”, it’s about to be much, much greater than you ever thought. Continue to grow… Always, A Kindred Spirit
To: Zachary “Slim” King, keep your head up and don’t give in to the thoughts the enemy put in your mind. Trust God and know you have someone who loves you and will be here for you. This to shall pass, God loves you and so do I. stay in touch. YBIC, Virgil
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Greetings to all my sisters in Christ. To all the woman of God’s creation. I send a very special love to you all. It means so much for a man to have a woman. Without ya’ll it’s death all around. Joy, love, peace, faith, goodness, longsuffering, gentleness, meekness, temperance. These spiritual fruits define us together as a whole as one under GOD. And ya’ll are worthy… Man, lets not let the hearts of our woman go astray. Control the battle in your minds, and be the man GOD created us to be… ~IN DUTY~ ~SON OF GOD~
“Sometimes God allows us to suffer because where he’s taking us requires greater faith, greater patience and a greater outpouring of his anointing.” I love you babe lotz and lotz around the world to the moon and back and even though this world is trying to keep us apart, I am here for better or for worst! Your Wifey, Gloria
To: Roddrick D. Moss - Coffield Unit Happy New Years to my wonderful husband!!! 2014 is a new year for us to work toward achieving our goals, each day is a new day for us to rejoice and be thankful, and our new beginning for us to face any challenges that maybe ahead. By having the Lord on our side, we know we can overcome and turn those obstacles into stepping stones. I continue to pray that 2014 will be our year of favor, that God will shower those many blessings down and give us the desires of our heart. I love you! Mrs. Rachel M. Moss-1st Lady “All these blessings will come on you and accompany you if you obey the Lord your God” – Deuteronomy 28:2
Dez, I continue to enjoy sharing this journey with you. I'm so grateful to God for allowing me to meet you 20 years ago and now being your helpmate for 4 years. I pray that the years will continue to bring more love, laughter, and growth in Christ. Happy Anniversary, Love! Your Always, Carmen B. Michael B. Robinson, Coffield Unit To My Honey Bear! Mike, Thanks for your love and support over the last 5 years, Words can not express my affections for you. Happy Anniversary. Your right , God didn't make a mistake in January 2009 at churches chicken that day, He brought two empty hearts together; Look 5 years later, We're Stuck together. Through the Good and Bad times we're still standing and stronger then ever. 2014 is ours. Victory is coming. Love You! Yours, Michelle Robinson
Shout out: To: Lori Charlton & Jeffery Wilson From: Charles X. - Jody Peace and Love, Cuz!!! It’s been a minute… but thank (GOD) that we are still able to express our love and admiration for one another through this life-line!! Lori Ann, I missed your birthday this year, so I’m sending you my love & respect… (Happy Belated) Jeffery, what’s the business Cousin? I haven’t heard from you, so I’ve trusted that you are handling (GOD) work wherever you are… get at me, and lets keep it steady!!! (Family For Life) Happy New Year Cousin, Charles X a.k.a. Jody
WWIH, Thank you ladies for being there for the last 4 years. You have been there literally since day 1. Although I may not be able to attend as often as I'd like, you all are in my prayers and thoughts. Stay strong and be blessed. Know that although my seat may be empty, I am there in spirit. Sincerely, Carmen B. To my hubby: Virgil Lenn Wilson Sr. (surprise) I thank God for you Babe! You’ve given me so much strength on our journey. You’ve believed in me when I didn’t believe in myself! You’re constantly lifting me up and encouraging me in our marriage and walk with the Lord… I never thought in my wildest dreams that my soulmate would be an inmate! God does have a sense of humor! I’m so thankful He sent me to prison to set me free! I never thought I could love like this again but GOD! I have a greater love for you because you’re a godly man and we have a godly marriage; that makes it all the more beautiful… I know for a fact the blessings WE are experiencing right now are because of our obedience to GOD and not letting men's opinion sway us in other directions! Thank you for loving me the way you do! Our time is coming! Mafia Style Love, Shy
The Day of the Lord Ministries celebrates January Birthdays Brady Kyle Herod Autry Ray Charles Richard Norton William Conner Tamara Maddox Reynaldo Osorio Buffie Carruth Michael Williamson Kim Smith Columbus Johnson Desmund Johnson Darlene Herbert Warren Kevin Johnson Jr. Brandon Broadus
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Trivia Winner Sarai Gomez - Hobby Unit
SALVATION IS FREE! Thinking of you on your special day and sending warmest thoughts your way. Asking God to hold you near and bless you with each passing year. God Bless you on your birthday. -Virgil & Shy Wilson