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He is a well sought after Preacher, and preaches in many churches and denominations both locally and internationally. Bishop Davis believes in taking the Gospel to the ends of the earth, hence he travels extensively for many years throughout the United States of America, the United Kingdom, Europe and the Caribbean.

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nd so, out of this one man’s vision and obedience to the Master’s call to provide an additional Christian ministry for the communities of Portmore, the Power of Faith Ministries International had its inception on April 24, 1983. Bishop Delford Davis and his wife Minister Petrova Davis are the celebrated Founders and Overseers of this great work which had its humble beginnings under a “little brown Tent” in the community of Waterford, St. Catherine. Over the years the ministry has experienced rapid and sus-

tained growth. It “For as by one man’s disobedience, many were made has extended itself sinners, so by the obedience of one shall many be made to consist of seven righteous.” (Romans 5:19) branches in Jamaica, The United States Branch Locations of America and Canada. The Head- selling and Psychology. He was also awarded an Honourary Doctor of Diquarters Church in Portmore has a seating capacity of 4,500 and is one vinity Degree. Ø 47a Grove Road, In addition to his fulltime Minof the largest congregations in the Kingston 10 istry involvement as a Pastor and Caribbean. Founder/ Overseer Bishop D. General Overseer, Bishop Davis curDavis was born in Mavis Bank, St. rently serves as School Board ChairØ Bennett Street, Goshen Andrew, but spent his early child- man, School Chaplain, Marriage OfP.A., St. Elizabeth hood years in Portland. He gave his ficer, Justice of the Peace, Company life to the Lord at the age of sixteen, Director, and also as a member of the Ø Bog Walk Highway, received water baptism and began St. Catherine Lay Magistrates AssoLinstead P.O., St. Catherine his Christian journey in the Jamaica ciation. He is a well sought after Preacher, Evangelistic Centre. It was evident that God’s call for ministry was upon and preaches in many churches and Ø 3619–23 Church Avenue, his life, which had him fully engaged denominations both locally and inter- Brooklyn, New York, USA in various aspects of Church Life, nationally. Bishop Davis believes in taking the Gospel to the ends of the even at that early stage. Ø 328 Passmore Avenue, In 1974 he pursued his initial Re- earth, hence he travels extensively Scarborough, Ontario, ligious Studies at the Jamaica School for many years throughout the United States of America, the United Kingof Evangelism. In 1976 he was Canada consecrated as a Licensed Minister, dom, Europe and the Caribbean. which led him into Pastoral Ministry Ø 727 South 21st Avenue, in 1977. Having identified the great Hollywood, Florida, USA NATIONAL AND INTERNAdemand of Ministry and the need for further and more advanced training, TIONAL MEDIA MINISTRY Ø 40–35 White Plains he studied at Cannon Bible College In 1981 his first Radio Ministry and Seminary and Jacksonville TheoRoad, Bronx, New York, logical Seminary. He has earned a was established in San Nicholas, ArUSA Bachelors Degree in Theology, and continues on Page 36 a Masters Degree in Christian Coun-

Artist of the Month A passionate orator and biblical teacher who desires to be a living epistle glorifying our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ both in word and in deed. Many say his voice instantly recognizable. Characteristically raspy ringing with power and authority as he masterfully illustrates with excellence the Word of God. Not only is

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his delivery exemplary, his knowledge of the historical text brings to life the message of hope and healing. Not a singer that happens to preach but a Preacher called by God who is gifted to sing. Singing since age four he has shared the stage with many gospel notables and his gift is celebrated across musical genres. While he has enjoyed a decorated music ministry receiving Stellar Awards, Gospel Music Excellence Award as well as Grammy, Soul Train Music and Dove Award Nominations, he has also been honored in his hometown of Grand Rapids Michigan. Recognized for his professional and philanthropic efforts he has received the city€™s highest African American honor, a Giants Award , as well as the Frederick Douglas award from the National Association of Negro and Professional Women €™s Club.

Not Complacent, yet pressing towards the Mark Currently as Founder and Senior Pastor of Lighthouse Full Life Center Church, one of the fastest growing churches in Western Michigan, he is innovative in his approach to winning the lost and edifying the believer. As a native of Grand Rapids, Michigan Pastor Marvin is committed to his community and enjoys taking the message to the masses. In his inaugural year, the ministry has initiated a Full Life approach with an emphasis of addressing the spiritual, physical and mental needs of the body. By no means is Pastor Marvin and the Lighthouse family resting on laurels or taking credit for the wellrounded and effective ministry approach. In fact, with humility, they acknowledge they have found the formula for a successful ministry in the word of God cultivated with a relationship with God. Pastor Marvin is united in covenant to First Lady MaLinda Sapp, a gifted speaker, local college profes-

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sor and Limited Licensed Psychologist, who also serves as Administrativ Pastor. They have three wonderful children; Marvin II, Mikaila and Madisson. However, in 2010 Malinda Sapp had passed away due to cancer. Many Gospel artists alike attended her funeral with songs of comfort and praise, for she has moved on to meet Jesus. Sapp continues to strive on as a full-fledged Gospel Artist, knowing that his wife is in a better place.

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Up and Coming Award winning actress and gospel singer Terri Cann announces the release of her latest single "Way of Escape," available for purchase on iTunes, Amazon, Rhapsody, and CDBaby.com for only .99 cents. The album release date is to be determined. In her second single from her highly anticipated upcoming album The Reality of It All, the unique blend of pop fused beats over techno and hip hop delves into taboo subjects the church traditionally avoids. The song speaks to anyone who has ever felt trapped by relationships, job issues, debt, or pain, reminding them of the "Way of Escape" that Christ provides. Produced by Hip Hop producer Ducada, the track delivers an "edgy and fierce twist on Hip Hop" explains Terri. Motivated by a desire to take Christian music to the next level, Terri opens up about the inspiration behind the lyrics and her desire spread a relevant and life changing message: "What plays out in this song has transpired in my own life. At times it was hard and emotionally draining but I needed

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the message to be clear... .. I want people to hear this song and relate ... say to themselves: 'that was me; that is me; or that will be me ifI don't change now. ,.. With an accompanying music video directed by L.A. Film Festival's winner Mo Brown of Suga Productions, viewers can catch a glimpse of the turmoil, betrayal, adultery, and suicidal issues boldly addressed in the track. Only a sample of what can be expected from the upcoming released albwn with a release date yet to be determined, reviews of the track and video are available on the official Terri Cann YouTube page at htto://www.youtube. comlterricann. Available on popular mu-

sic sites and wherever online music is sold, "Way of Escape" steps outside of the box, exposing reaIlife issues that almost anyone can relate to and appreciate. Stay tuned to the artist's website www. Te r r i C a n n . com for updates, performances, and more information. About Terri Cann Terri Cann is an actress, choreographer, singer, and writer from Queens, NY. Her passion for the arts is apparent with her performing arts reswne including backup sing-

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ing for other artists and on and off Broadway performances in productions such as Dreamgirls, A Raisin in the Sun, and Born to Sing. She has been featured in magazines, online, and radio interviews, and recently started her own business in 2010 Image of RoyalT Consulting Services offering image and performance services for artists. Press Contact Kolbi Myers, Manager (516) 987-0682 Hzvizion.inc@grnail.com

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Up Latino and Coming Born on a 10th of October to Parents Graciela Foster and Guillermo Pombo in Guayaquil , Ecuador. Bought to the US at the age of 2 where he was raised by his mother and he grew up and became citizen of the US. His Mother Missionary Graciela Foster not only raise her family in Christ - but ministered in 25 countries, on land and abroad including Israel. Sister Foster always had words that impacted many - she went to be with the Lord in 2009 . It was a sad moment but she desired that day of being in his presence as she battled many physical ailments. One of the Most fondest memories for Robert Pombo was her instruction to him. She left written outlines and sermons and she said to him these were going to help him in his ministerial journey. Use them, teach them , apply them. Robert Pombo is a man who has experienced wearing several hats .He was

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ordained as a Pastor 7 years ago under council and denomination Jesu Cristo El Libertador Whos Overseeing Bishop is Luis Panigua. He became Director of missions for 8 years. Traveled Dominican republic, Nicaragua , Venezuela , Puerto rRco and in the US- Ohio , Boston MA , Maryland , Florida , PA .... Robert has been Musically inclined from a very young age - 14 to be exact and was part of Christian Band "Ecos Celestes"- after being offered a contract he played with the band for ten years .By the year 2000 Robert became part of the musical Christian band - "United by Grace" Where he was the lead vocalist , writer and composer for 9 years. As he continued His journey - He felt impressed in His heart God was calling him out to be a soloist. Now in 2012 getting ready for His solo CD release - On April 28th - entitled "Mi Bendicion" - In english ( MY Blessing). It has been an honor to know Rev: Robert Pombo - He played a huge part in my present radio Ministry- Robert was associate director at a online radio station for 4 years and took me under his wings trained me and today www.

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Goodradiostation.com is on the air where I host and engineer. Pastor Genie: Robert where will you see yourself 2 years from now? Rev Robert: I see myself traveling to different places promoting this project . Becoming a full time minister. Today we celebrate God and what he is doing in Rev: Robert Pombo's life as he continues off in his mothers steps. Join him April 28th in Brooklyn NY at Living waters Christian Fellowship ; 265 Stanhope St. Brooklyn NY 11223 For CD realease celebration. Entrance $20 Time: 6:00p.m. For Booking information: www. RobertPombo.com

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The Greatest Miracle of All… Forgiveness.

Psalm 32:1-7: 1 Blessed is he whose transgressions are forgiven, whose sins are covered. 2 Blessed is the man whose sin the LORD does not count against him and in whose spirit is no deceit. 3 When I kept silent, my bones wasted away through my groaning all day long. 4 For day and night your hand was heavy upon me; my strength was sapped as in the heat of summer. Selah 5 Then I acknowledged my sin to you and did not cover up my iniquity. I said, "I will confess my transgressions to the LORD"-and you forgave the guilt of my sin. Selah 6 Therefore let everyone who is godly pray to you while you may be found; surely when the mighty waters rise, they will not reach him. 7 You are my hiding place; you will protect me from trouble and surround me with songs of deliverance. The Bible tells us of many miracles: the blind receiving their sight, the lame walking, and even the dead rising again to life. But the greatest of all miracles is forgiveness, the free and complete pardon of an undeserving sinner by a righteous and holy God. As Psalm 32 says, “Blessed is he whose transgressions are forgiven, whose sins are covered.” Why is forgiveness such a marvelous gift? Consider for a moment that guilt is the most common symptom psychologists deal with in their patients today. Guilt is the inescapable weight that oppresses our consciences when we do something wrong. We try to deny what we have done, or attempt to deceive ourselves and others with excuses. Nevertheless, whether we regret our actions or not, we are powerless to take back what we have done. In physics, every action has an equal and opposite reaction. In life every deed, whether good or evil, has consequences, though in varying measures depending on the magnitude of our actions. Guilt is the inescapable reaction of the human soul when we do something wrong, even when we refuse to admit that we are wrong. How many people today spend

years living under a cloud of guilt! The alcoholic or drug addict regrets becoming the prisoner of a habit, but sees no way out. He or she lives with a deep sense of failure and powerlessness. A father who failed to be there when his children were young finds that they have no interest in him when they are older. He never really knew his own children, and they in turn never got to know him. For another, a fling with marital unfaithfulness, which seemed so exciting for a short while, has now turned into life-long heartache and regret! Even worse, there are people who have to live with one of the most terrible burdens any soul can bear, the guilt of having taken someone’s life. During an evangelistic outreach we held a few years ago in Yonkers, New York, a man who had been a street person and an alcoholic for some thirty years came forward for prayer. He had never been able to cope with the guilt he felt over taking the lives of young and old while fighting in special operations behind the lines in the Vietnam War. Among other things, he had to shoot an elderly grandmother when she pulled the pin out of a grenade just after he said hello to her and was passing on by. To escape the pangs of remorse, he gave himself up to the miserable consolation alcohol offers. His body survived the war, but his mental and emotional life were devastated by the horrors he had experienced. He prayed that day for Christ’s forgiveness for acts for which he had never been able to forgive himself. Psychologists cannot free people from the power of guilt. They may try to help patients cope with their feelings, or at least to understand them better. But no human being can wave a magic wand for another that can free him or her from the weight of guilt. Only God can do that, and only at great cost! You see, even God cannot and will not undo our past. The One who made us and gave us life also gave us free will to choose what we will, or will not, do. He for one will not pretend that we are anything other than exactly what we are, unrighteous sinners who prove just how bad we are every day. One passage in Job chapter 34 states of the Lord: “His eyes are on the ways of men; he sees their every step. There is no dark place, no deep shadow, where evildoers can hide. God has no need to examine men further, that they should come before him for judgment.” (Job 34:21-23)

By contrast, how many graveside eulogies call a dead thief a “generous member of society,” or an abuser “a loving family man,” or even a murderer “a person who gave so much to us all!” I once listened to the eulogy of a dead Mafioso on the news in New York City—and was astounded at what a wonderful person he had been! God is not like that. It is contrary to His nature to call evil good, or good evil. As Isaiah chapter 45 states, “For this is what the Lord says— he who created the heavens, he is God; he who fashioned and made the earth, he founded it… he did not create it to be empty, but formed it to be inhabited-I am the Lord, and there is no other…I, the Lord speak the truth; I declare what is right…Turn to me and be saved, all you ends of the earth.” How can a just and holy God forgive the unforgivable things men do every day? If you and I are bothered when terrible events occur, how do you think the Lord feels? We see only an infinitesimal part of what goes on, but He sees every action and knows the thoughts of every person on earth. As a father of four precious boys, I could not handle knowing about even a fraction of the child abuse that goes on in this world. How does God handle evil? If you think He is some kind of clockmaker who wound up the universe and then walked away, you are tragically mistaken. Jesus said of our Heavenly Father, “Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground apart from the will of your Father.” If the Lord cares this much about the birds, how much more do you think He cares about us? Jesus said of us, “Even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. So don't be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.” (Matthew 10:29-31) Very few of us would even be willing to sit still long enough to count the hairs on our heads, but God knows their number! What then has the One who created us done to help us overcome the challenges of temptation and evil? The apostle John wrote, “The Word became flesh and lived for a while among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth.” The eternal Son of God, the co-creator of this universe, became a Son of Man, subject to every temptation that you and I face—but never giving in to any

of them! Jesus came as a teacher, but teaching alone could not save us. He was also a prophet, but prophecy alone could not save us either. He is our great Example, but how often we fail to live up to examples! As Jesus told His disciples repeatedly, He came to this earth chiefly to die: the Good for the bad, the Righteous One for the unrighteous. He came from heaven to earth to bear the consequences in His own body of all the awful things that people like you and me have done from the beginning of creation until now. The Maker of the universe took on human form and humbled himself to die an awful death on a Roman cross, all because of our rebellion and disobedience towards God. He died so that we would not have to die. As Jesus' disciple Peter wrote, “He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; by his wounds you have been healed. For you were like sheep going astray, but now you have returned to the Shepherd and Overseer of your souls.” (1 Peter 2:24-25) Because He took our punishment on Himself, He has the right to do for us what no one else can. He can forgive us for all we have ever done, and give us an entirely new life. Jesus alone can free us from the power of guilt and sin. The prophet Micah wrote, “Who is a God like you, who pardons sin and forgives the transgression of the remnant of his inheritance? You do not stay angry forever but delight to show mercy. You will again have compassion on us; you will tread our sins underfoot and hurl all our iniquities into the depths of the sea.” (Micah 7:18-19) Are you willing to confess your sins today and have God cast them into the sea of His forgetfulness? Are you willing to receive the great and costly

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God Will Help You

I will lift up mine eyes to the hills from whence cometh my help, my help cometh from the Lord, which made heaven and earth. Psalms 121. v 1-2. I will lift up mine eyes to the hills from whence cometh my help, my help cometh from the Lord, which made heaven and earth. Psalms 121. v 1-2. The word help is a very outstanding word in the above paragraph. Often times people speak about obtaining or not able to obtain help. Many people look to their family, friends, associations, centers, and community programmes for help, and are some time disappointed. Some will even say bad luck is the cause of not receiving help, but the fact is that help in its literal form will always make some happy and some sad, depending on where your help is coming from. In the months and years to come we all are going to need help. The good news is that God will never disappoint us if we turn to him for help. If you look at your life for just a few minutes, you will see that God is already helping you. Our limbs to work, our breath to ask and the ability in the person to give us help is from God, so he is always looking forward to helping. He promised to help. Look at this scripture: John ch. 15.v 7. If he abides in me and my word abide in you, ye shall ask what he will, and it shall be done unto you. God is no respecter of person, that is why he creates man "everyone" in is image and form us all in his likeness. This is why God fed the multitude in respective of whom they were. This is why God will help you in respective of who you are. When your father and your mother forsake you, then the Lord will take you up .Psalms 27 v 10. This year will be another challenging one my friends, but we will have to persue with faith and belief in the words of God. In Isiah 45 v 2. He stated, I will go before thee, and make the crooked places straight, I will break in pieces the gates of brass, and cut in sunder the bars of iron. The challenges are there but so is the promises of God. Do not spent your time being frustrated if some-

one did not help you . You can make it with the help of God. My challenge to all of us is that we carefully read and carry out Deuteronomy chap 28 v 1-14. Finally; I pray that you will pray this prayer. .Dear God, help me to believe you the way I should. Help me to understand how to seek and receive help from you. Lord I promise that when I receive this help I will glorify you with it. In Jesus name - Amen. Keep persuing with the help of God. Until next time.

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Vitamin D Deficiency Epidemic Among Blacks Says New Book

itamin D deficiency is a silent epidemic that is taking the lives of countless blacks worldwide. Many Americans are seriously deficient in vitamin D, a critical nutrient which aids in the prevention of numerous diseases including cancer, diabetes, and high blood pressure to name a few. However, vitamin D deficiency is far worse among dark-skinned people because high concentrations of melanin in dark skin block the production of vitamin D from the sun, the most natural and abundant source of vitamin D. More than 90 percent of Blacks have critically low vitamin D levels and Blacks also suffer disproportionate illness and mortality rates from major chronic diseases. Correcting the Vitamin D Deficiency Epidemic: Strategies to Fight Diseases and Prolong Life for Black People (ISBN 9780-912444-49-9), is the first book to

comprehensively address the under- of vitamin D research have comexamined issue of critical vitamin mented on the book: Dr. Cedric Garland, professor D deficiency among blacks. at the School of The book exMedicine, Uniplores the conversity of Calinection between fornia San Diego vitamin D defiurges “all sociency and the ciety, and conhigh illness and cerned people mortality rates of all ethnicities among Blacks. to act upon” the It also provides vital information practical steps provided in the that dark-skinned book. people worldwide can take Dr. William B. Grant, to improve their director of The vitamin D status Sunlight, Nutrias well as useful, tion and Health natural health Research Center strategies to help advises that the prevent and fight book “should be chronic diseases. required reading Leading scientists in the field for every black

family in the United States; white and brown Americans could learn much from it as well.” Dr. Bruce Hollis, director of pediatric nutritional sciences at the Medical University of South Carolina, implores “patients and physicians [to] heed [the book’s] advice.” Dr. Vin Tangpricha, associate professor of medicine at Emory University School of Medicine notes, “this book covers the link between vitamin D deficiency, vitamin D status in African Americans and the diseases associated with vitamin D deficiency.” Copies of the book may be purchased from amazon.com and outlets posted at the website below. The author, Mrs. Emily Allison-Francis, is a nutritionist and educator. Contact www.healthieryounutrition. com, info@healthieryounutrition. com or 718.916.8974.

ARE Mormons CHRISTIANS? Many People Are Asking This Question This is a political year. Often Christians need to be taught more about presidential candidates. What they say if often not as important as what type of spirit controls them. Is the holy spirit of God leading them or is it a strange different spirit! I am changing for this month my message of revival to teaching on wrong beliefs. Men with a nice smile and fancy words may really be a Mormon or Muslim. Do you know the difference? America is the greatest Christians nation in the world. Whom do you want to lead America? This next election is the most important election in America history. The future will change the world! A Christian is one who has received Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior and follows His teachings found in the Bible. In contrast, a Mormon follows the teachings of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints found in their own “sacred” writings such as the “The Book of Mormon”, the “the “Pearl of Great Price”, “Doctrine and Covenants”, and

many others. The “Latter Day Saints” (LDS) began in 1830 when Joseph Smith claimed to have discovered golden plates which became the Book of Mormon after the angel Moroni appeared to him, revealing their location. Some of their false teachings are that Jesus and Lucifer (Satan) were brothers, that God the Father is Adam, and that men can become gods and populate planet whit their children forever. Their beliefs are so

to believe reveals their teachings to be lies. We will examine 4 of their beliefs, which identify them as a cult and an antichrist. Mormons believe Adam became God the Father. Brigham Young taught that Adam was promoted to be the god of this world: “He (Adam) is our Father and our God, and the only God with whom we have to do.” (Journal of Discourses-vol. Of Mormon Sermons, Vol. 1, pg. 50) The Bible states that God the Fa-

wild that they dare not reveal them until their converts are thoroughly entrapped. Don’t let their slick TV commercials and their support of family values fool you. The Bible they claim

ther and Christ existed in glory before the world was created. Jesus prayed in John 17:5: “And now, O Father, glorify thou me with thine own self with the glory which I had with three before the would

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was.” Mormons believe in many gods that will have children throughout eternity. “Each god, through his wife or wives, raises up a numerous family of sons and daughters,…for each father and mother will be in a condition to multiply forever and ever”. (The Seer, 1,37). The Bible states there is only one God! “I am the LORD, and there is none else, there is no God beside me…” Isaiah 45:5 Jesus said there would be no marriage in Heaven. “For when they shall rise from the dead, they neither marry nor are given in marriage; but are as the angels which are in heavContinues on Page 37

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Love is still the best answer to the great challenges and opportunities before us. If we can open our hearts, again, like way back when we can make a fresh start. If we can forgive our past transgressions we can begin to move forward and upward in a more positive atmosphere. It is essential that we develop more rapport in our overall human interactions so that we can dispel the friction and disharmony that is widespread, now. The economy has caused much anxiety for most people. The more fortunate and well to do, need to lend a generous hand to the less fortunate. It is the divine thing to do. A true statement indeed is, “To whom much is given, much is required.” In addition,” What goes around comes around.” It is important to circulate our good with love. Prosperity comes through generosity. I pray America is listening. We have been blessed with great success in our country. If we do not begin to take the high road in our actions and deeds, we will continue to lose ground. We can all play our role with the Lord’s guidance in restoring and transforming our nation to it’s greatness. If we can shift from a consciousness of too much greed to attend to satisfying peoples greatest needs, we will be

on track to our magnificence because of our beneficence. If we can begin to shepherd our great mother earth with love and care, she will blossom and share her unlimited fruit and bounty that we need to survive and thrive. Let us remember to humbly pray every day for the direction, protection and divine connection we need to succeed and stay blessed. About the Author: Donald Greenwell is a life trainer and wellness advisor. He produces and hosts New Lifestyles TV and Say Yes to Success, the radio program. He presents lectures, poetry and song to inform and transform. He is available for lectures and workshops. Contact Information Tel. 718-659-1495 E-mail: dongreenwell1@gmail.com Website: donaldgreenwell.com

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What Lies Have You Believed? O

ur belief system is the basis for making decisions for our lives, so what we believe is critical because our actions are the result of our belief system. In order to change our behavior, we must first take a look at our beliefs and be willing to address them and, if necessary, change them. There are several erroneous beliefs that I keep running into that I see many people being affected by. The first lie that I often see at work is the belief that “other people are responsible for my happiness.” Others are supposed to be aware of my feelings and needs. I often find that women especially think that their husbands are responsible for making them happy. They also expect husbands to read their minds. They think that they shouldn’t have to tell their husbands what they want --he should just know. This belief that others are responsible for my happiness leads to much unhappiness and just is not true. We each are responsible for our own happiness and create it by the choices we make. Yes, it is helpful when other people do consider our feelings and needs, but it is an unrealistic expectation to think that most people will. A second lie similar to the first is that “if circumstances were different, then I would be different.” Tied to this belief are many “if only” statements. “If only I had money,” “if only I had married someone else,” “if only” _____; you can fill in the blank. Circumstances do not make us who we are, but they do help to reveal who we are. Different circumstances do not guarantee that we will be happier. A third lie tied to the other two is that “I should not go through difficulties or suffer in any way.” When trouble comes, our reaction is too often to whine and complain and then go running to God to “fix it” as we

are yelling, “why is this happening to me?” God never promised us that we would not suffer but rather that He would be with us through the suffering and that He would use it for our good. God is more interested in our character development than our temporal happiness. The Word says in Romans 5:3-4,“But we glory in tribulation knowing that tribulation produces perseverance; and perseverance, character; and character, hope.” We have many people today who believe the lie that they are victims and, therefore, not responsible for their lives. This is a safe position to take as no one can expect very much from them, and they don’t need to grow or achieve anything even if they never achieve happiness. The last two lies that I want to address that are connected are the lie that “my parents were not good parents; therefore, I do not owe them anything.” When they get older, I don’t need to care for them or help them. I find this belief more prevalent in the forty-five year old and below group. This group also reflects much more of the “it’s all about me attitude” and “you owe me and I am entitled to be taken care of and given to.” The other lie connected to this lie is that if I really love my children, I shouldn’t let them struggle in anyway. I should always step in and help them. This is the process professionals would call “enabling.” Yes, the Word does call us to love and care for the household of faith and especially our families. The difficulty becomes in distinguishing between help that still allows for struggle and growth and help that ends up hindering growth. I can reminder one day when I was praying for my son and asking God to protect him and keep him from any trouble or hardship. God was quick to bring to my mind the fact that it was in such times that I had learned many lessons, de-

veloped wisdom, and grew. My approach now is to always seek God as to what I am to do or not to do for my son and others. This way, my helping that wants to be loving does not become a stumbling by Rev. Trudy Daley block to what God Tri Une Healing and Restoration is trying to do in Ministries, Inc. their lives. Parents who feel guilty for some reason--divorce, or overworking or because of what they suffered in their childhood-are the ones who are most often susceptible to thinking that they are just being loving when in reality they are enabling their children and actually hindering their growth and independence. We have discussed several lies that you may believe. If you do believe them, you need to take a look at that and ask God to show you the truth, so that it can set you free to change your beliefs and your behavior and find more peace and happiness. “I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.” John 10:10 Concepts taken from: “ Lies Women Believe and the Truth That Sets Them Free” by Nancy Leigh DeMoss Rev. Trudy Daley Tri-Une Healing and Restoration Ministries, Inc. 518-989-6891 www.tri-uneminstries.com

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written by Carol Ossenfort

I walked around the still bleak backyard recently and saw, amazingly, with no help at all from me, God’s wonderous gift of life – the first little spring bulbs pushing their way up through the dirt. Have you ever examined a seemingly dead, shriveled up, gray-looking bulb and wondered how it could ever possibly be transformed, at just the right time, into a dazzlingly beautiful flower….that dried up piece of vegetation that spent the frozen winter buried in the dark, cold earth? How could life spring from such a place…and not just life, but breathtakingly beautiful life, dressed in petals of yellow, pink and lavender? And does this not remind you – us – of our own withered, dead selves before we met and received Christ Jesus, God’s Son? The Easter message is simple and yet profound…a loving, compassionate, powerful God, Creator of all things, loved His sick, dead, sin-filled people so much that “…He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish but have

"Where You There. . .?" everlasting life…” (John 3:16). Allelujah, Praise God! We were bought and paid for; nothing we could ever do, or fix, or give up could earn our place in Heaven. It was done on Calvary over twothousand years ago. Jesus’ sacrifice bought each and every one of us with His suffering and death on the Cross; and through that gift, and His resurrection on Easter Sunday, we were freely given the wonderous gift of Salvation. How incredible!

those who love them.” Rather, we are to share God’s love with the unlovable; even our enemies. And we are to do so without judgement. For if our loving, merciful Heavenly Father could so love us, with all our blemishes and all-too-often selfish, selfcentered, judgmental, lowly ways, ought we not to reach out today and every day in true love, forgiveness, and generosity of Spirit to our “brothers and sisters” - to evBut, there is more to the story. eryone we encounter? It is the hard part for some, and maybe for all of us. While we can This Easter season, when never, ever earn our Salvation, we sing that lovely old hymn we can and should do something. that tugs at our hearts, let us Because we have accepted Christ all think deeply of the words Woodburning Artwork by Doug Ossenfort as our Savior and He now lives in and let them really touch us: If we truly let those words us, we need to ask to be so filled with the Holy Spirit, that we can • “Were you there when they touch us…let Jesus touch us… then we will each have to say, give back and share that great love crucified my Lord? with everyone else. And God tells • Were you there when they “Yes, Lord, I was there; I nailed you to that Cross…..thank you, us that it isn’t just our family, our crucified my Lord? friends, or those who are lovable • Oh…, sometimes it causes Lord; I am so very grateful to you for your unspeakable gift. Help that we should care about. It is me to tremble, tremble, tremble, written in Luke 6:32, “If you love • Were you there when they me right now, and from this day forward, to give back your love in those who love you, what credit is crucified my Lord?” every way I can.” Allelujah! He that to you? For even sinners love is Risen!

HEALTH

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Diet In the Key of Cee - Eating Well Serves Living Well

DIABETIES What Vegetebles Got to Do With It Psalm 124:8 “Our help is in the name of the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth”.

A registered dietitian and advocate for improved health care Claudette (Cee) Josephs provides medical nutrition therapy, education and cooking instructions to the HIV and substance abuse community, and makes nutrition an health presentations largely to the African Diaspora.Assinger/songwriter,she is dedicated to freeing the world through the truth of the gospel. She can be heard every Sunday at six o’clock on www.selaradio.com.

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So right off the bat let us get this straight; Diabetes is no longer just about blood sugar (glucose) control. The management of diabetes has three components: managing high blood pressure, high (bad) fats and high blood sugar. In a nutshell review, diabetes if not treated may cause many complications, to include vision, nerve and kidney problems. Most of us are concerned only with these. But the fact is that people with diabetes suffer and die much more from heart disease. Diabetes is managed conventionally (standard Western medicine) and or, with complementary or alternative treatment. It used to be that the first line of treatment was diet and exercise. However diet is now seen as complementary, as suggested by WebMD in an article

entitled “Alternative Treatment for Diabetes”. Whether or not it is the MD’s reluctance to recommend the patient (to a dietitian) for medical nutrition therapy, or the patient’s unwillingness to follow the recommended therapy, thus resulting in unstable blood sugar - the recommendation from the medical community is to give insulin as the first line of treatment. But one thing we have observed is that patients do not want to go straight to insulin therapy. The greatest concern with this therapy is low blood sugar, which may lead to brain damage. It is my opinion that diet and exercise must work hand in hand with conventional medicine, if needed, to achieve good management of diabetes. In fact many studies have found this to be so.

als and other substances that contain potent antioxidant properties, vegetables also have fiber, a calorie-free, indigestible portion of the vegetable that provides bulk. Now go back to the first paragraph of this sharing. How does eating vegetables help in managing high blood pressure, elevated blood sugar and high (bad) fats? A study by the National Institute of Health suggests that a fiber increase of approximately 17 g/day will decrease blood pressure; the fiber in the vegetables slows digestion and helps to prevent a rapid rise in blood sugar. The results of a study by the same institution [above] suggest that high fat induced by a high carbohydrate diet (starch and sugar) does not occur if the diet is rich in dietary fiber. Excess weight from excess food So what have vegetables to do with intake may lead to high fat, which it? can lead to heart problems. Eating We do not like eating our vege- vegetables helps to control your tables. I know this by my long years weight and blood fat levels. of working with the black and LaPlease eat your vegetables any tino populations especially over the way you wish; blended, cut up, years. But even more compelling is boiled, mashed, grilled, in a salad, the study conducted by the CDC to on the plate, in a glass; There are examine the combined prevalence a whole lot of them. So make your of 1) consumption of fruits and choices - The more colorful, the vegetables five or more times per better. day and 2) regular physical activity among U.S. adults by race/ethnicity. Its data found that only 7%-11% of black and Latino respondents consumed five or more daily servings of fruits and vegetables and were regularly active. In addition to vitamins, miner-

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CREDIT 101

by Howard Spence of Good Sense Financial Inc.

n today's world of economic collapse and struggle, it is harder than ever to get ahead financially. It is so important to understand how money works and can empower us in applying principles that improve our lives for generations. Much of our financial success or failure comes from our financial literacy or lack there of. Many of us have learned misleading money principles from our parents, family, friends, and associate. Unfortunately bringing us to measuring the barometer of our money on outdated approaches or actions that don't add up to what we need to get by or much less to prosper. The purpose of this money series is to get you and your family on the right road with your finances and understand what you can do now to advance within the complex world of economics that effects us all. Today we will start with the issue that has caused the greatest damage and impact to people in which a simple mistake can follow you for the rest of your life, Credit. What makes up your FICO Score: • 35%: Payment history—Late payments on bills, mortgage, credit card or

loan, can cause a FICO score to drop. Bills paid on time will improve a FICO score. • 30%: Credit utilization—The ratio of current revolving debt (credit card balances) to the total available revolving credit or credit limit. FICO scores can be improved by paying off debt and lowering the credit utilization ratio. • 15%: Length of credit history— As a credit history ages it can have a positive or negative impact on its FICO

score. • 10%: Types of credit used (installments, revolving, consumer finance, mortgage) — Consumers can benefit by having a history of managing different types of credit. • 10%: Recent searches for credit — Credit inquiries, which occur when consumers are seeking new credit, can hurt scores. Individuals shopping for a mortgage or auto loan over a short period will likely not experience a decrease

How Much Money Bad A Credit Score Can Cost You in A Lifetime

in their scores as a result of these types of inquiries, however. How To Improve Your Credit Score: 1) Go your credit report - Understand what your unique challenges are by finding out what is on your report. 2) Start with a manageable budget strategy - It is important to have a workable plan to stick by and revise if need be. 3) Pay your bills on time - Start to review your finances and sacrifice to pay more than the minimum payment. 4) Get credit counseling - A credit and debt counselor can help you build a success blueprint than can make a long-term difference Howard Spence is a credit restoration, debt management counselor and financial planner with 20 years experience in financial management and analyst. Prior to creating Good Sense Financial Inc., he worked for The Walt Disney Company's ABC News and ABC Entertainment as a financial analyst and production associate in addition to CitiGroup as a financial consultant to clients.

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Rev. Dr. Clawson, Brooklyn, asked What are some marketing ideas for nonprofits during Spring 2012? Response by Valerie Samuel

The spring is a great time to start a new marketing campaign! With Easter and Mother’s day around the corner -now is the time to plan how to thank your supporters, highlight your recent accomplishments, suggest other ways they can support your organization and tap into their spirit of giving. Here are eight ways to use marketing to stay connected with your supporters: 1. Say Thank You. Send a personal note and list a few accomplishments that their support has made possible over the recent quarter and request a donation. Be sure to include a self addressed stamped envelope. 2. Share Your Accomplishments in

your recent newsletter. This is a nice complement to the thank you note and helps to showcase your organization's good work throughout the quarter. Include a "make-a-donation" link at the end. 3. Invite Members to Upcoming Events. Host regular open houses and member appreciation events to showcase how donations are being invested. Don't forget to follow-up with an invite and a reminder closer to your event. 4. Call for Volunteers and Other Types of Donations. Tell people who have donated goods (clothing, books, food, etc.) how they can make a cash donation or give the gift of their time and energy by volunteering. 5. Ask for Donations to Support Your Cause. Give as much detail as you can about your program in need of funds and explain how the member's donation will help make the program possible.

Timing Tip: Ask Early, Remind Often If you're promoting your merchandise such as Smart Products for Schools, Organizations, and Moms, available via info@momsforprofit.org then time your emails to catch members at different points in the buying cycle (suggest "gifts for that hard-to-buy-for person" or "gifts for a cause." For more information, visit www.valeriesamuelsnonprofitcenter.com. 6. Leverage Your Partnerships to Reach More Like-Minded People. Ask board members, supporters and volunteers if their businesses and organizations would be willing to include a note about your charity in their marketing campaigns. 7. Offer Gift Ideas. If your organization wants to merchandise fundraising products available via info@momsforprofit.org, now is the time to remind

supporters about the products and take their orders! 8. Ring in the New Quarter with a "What's Coming Up" Email: This is similar to the end-of-year-accomplishments newsletter, only now you're showcasing the projects and initiatives for the second quarter 2012. Valerie Samuel is a Author, Educator, Entreprenuer & Fundraising Expert with more than 13 years experience in grant writing, project management and marketing nonprofit programs. She offers a variety of business, finance and management services to churches, nonprofits, universities, businesses and individuals, including individual and group coaching. Email your questions or participate in this forum by submitting inquiries to info@valeriesamuel.com or calling (212) 292.5127.

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Intercessory Outreach Ministries The Greatest Love Of All Church of God Seventh-Day Hosts Their Tea Party

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"And now abide faith, hope, love, these three; but the greatest of these is love" 1 Corinthains 13:13 NKJV

In our culture today, so many people are confused about what love is. We love pizza, movies and sports, but we also love our family or spouse. If we look to the Word of God, we see God's definition of love.

He also believes that Church and State Senator John L. Sampson ntercessory Outreach Minismust mingle for there is no State without God. hisandRepresentative FirstChurch Corinthians 13 tells us thatalong "love iswith patient kind. It does not envy, nor boast. tries of God Seventh It is not proud. is not rude.of Miss Carrle Mobley, Director - The Senator and His Representative were Day under the Itleadership fourth event for the day in an effort Basedangered, Initiatives. Pastornovisiting does not seek hosted its owntheir way, isFaith not easily and keeps record the of wrongs. PastorItByron Sterling to bring hope the Community by speaking to went on to encouraged the people Loveondoes evil, but rejoices in the truth. Love believes, hopestoand Tea party Julynot 31,rejoice 2011 atinthe LoveBanquet never fails." Graceendures. Deliverance Hall, to meet and speak with the Senator the people of the importance for their voices to Remsen Ave. in Brooklyn NY. The who did not hesitate to mingle be heard and also the importance of their votes. Pastor with audience evening a refreshing one to Thiswas is how God responds to us, andthethis is how atwelarge. should respond to theSterling peoplealso in told the audience of the work that the Senator Later on in speaking to his those our wholives came outpatience, and enjoyed - with kindness, hope, humility and love. Scripture tells us that God have been doing in the Miss Mobley, we community, such as setting up Senior Citizen the elegance and His flavors of Tea, is love, and character neverRepresentative, changes! Fashion, Food and Entertainment. found out that both Senator Centers all around the community and much

more.love. Everyone mingled for a while and was Sampson and Miss Pastor Sterling blessed the that Today and every day, know God loves you Mobley with an were everlasting He will now poised and Christians. It was clearly eveningnever with andyou. He is for you and has a good plan for you. Receiveready for further developleavehisyou prayer nor forsake ments the evening. explained to us welcomed the audience while His perfect love today andthelet Him transform youthat fromthetheDemoinside out. Hisoflove is the It was then that the legendary Dr. Hopeton cratic leader believes in prayer and busy greatest hostesseslove made sure that and will last throughout all eternity! everyone was timely served. Among know that it is because of the love Lewis walked in and was broadcasted and the gatheing was State Senator; of God why he is in his possession. highly spoken of by Pastor Sterling. There A PRAYER FOR TODAY were also other Gospel Artistes present and Father, thank You for loving me. Thank You for doing a work in my life. Help me to be ready to captivate the evening into an extraormore like You. Help me to see others the way You see them and respond in love because dinary theme of You are love. I bless You and honor You today in Jesus' name. Amen. Worship and Praise. Everyone enjoyed each one’s delivery and the people were not afraid to illustrate their enthusiasm towards Dr. Hopeton Lewis extraordinaire for years King's Temple Word & Worship Ministries Corporate Office - Suite 215 120 West Seventh St Plainfield, NJ, 07060 and to the dynamic Sis

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Janette Lewis who closed the show. All the artistes entertained well and had the crowd on their feet dancing and praising. Other Artistes who

Pastor Byron Sterling (left), and State Senator Sampson (right).

Hopeton Lewis (left), and State Senator Sampson (right). performed were, Sis. Ann Dean - a powerful Gospel singer out of St Vincent, Bro. Louie - a singer indeed, Bro. Kingsley Ogunde - superb performer from Africa who had the crowd participating with him, Sis Meek and performer from the Church of God Seventh Day Adventist, Mt Vernon. However, this was not all; the treats and gifts were just rolling in as Sis Karim

Hunter presented a Fashion show elegantly curtailed with her line of clothing, from her God’s given talent and abilities, followed shortly by Sis Adris Grant and her presentation of Church hats, both of which were a tremendous hit with the crowd. Pastor Sterling holds 2 services on Saturday at 8210 Avenue J, Brooklyn NY Byron A. Sterling, Pastor 8210 Avenue J. Brooklyn, NY 11236 888 531-8395

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This is an interview from Sunday March 18, 2012 for the Good News Chronicles Showcase Radio Show (89.7 FM). Picture top right: From left; Bishop M.M. Hendrikson The Seven Step to Revival. In middle Reverend Arthur Grant International Evangelist For The New Testiment Church of God and Reverend Grandison From Power Faith Ministries in Jamaica Assistant General OverSeer, and Reverend Linus Baptiste from The Good News Chronicles, Founder and CEO.

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Rev. Arthur Grant

Reverend Linus Baptiste from The Good News Chronicles, Founder and CEO.

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Intercessory Outreach Minis Church of God Seventh-Day Hosts Their Tea Party

ntercessory Outreach Ministries Church of God Seventh Day under the leadership of Pastor Byron Sterling hosted their Tea party on July 31, 2011 at the Grace Deliverance Banquet Hall, Remsen Ave. in Brooklyn NY. The evening was a refreshing one to those who came out and enjoyed the elegance and flavors of Tea, Fashion, Food and Entertainment.

Pastor Sterling blessed the evening with his prayer and welcomed the audience while the busy hostesses made sure that everyone was timely served. Among the gatheing was State Senator;

Senator John L. Sampson along with his Representative Miss Carrle Mobley, Director Faith Based Initiatives. Pastor went on to encouraged the people to meet and speak with the Senator who did not hesitate to mingle with the audience at large. Later on in speaking to his Representative, Miss Mobley, we found out that both Senator Sampson and Miss Mobley were Christians. It was clearly explained to us that the Democratic leader believes in prayer and know that it is because of the love of God why he is in his possession.

He also believes that Church a must mingle for there is no State with The Senator and His Representati visiting the fourth event for the day in to bring hope to the Community by sp the people of the importance for their be heard and also the importance of th Pastor Sterling also told the audienc work that the Senator have been doi community, such as setting up Senio Centers all around the community a more. Everyone mingled for a while now poised and ready for further ments of the evening. It was then that the legendary Dr. Lewis walked in and was broadca highly spoken of by Pastor Sterlin were also othe Artistes pres ready to capti evening into an dinary them Worship and Everyone enjo oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s delivery people were n to illustrate enthusiasm tow Hopeton Lewis extraordinaire and to the dyn

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PRAYER FOR SETTINGS PROPER PRIORITIES RIGHT

by Rev. Linus Baptiste, Senior Pastor, Global Life Prayer Faith Healing Ministries

ather, too often I allow urgency to dictate my schedule, and I am asking you to help me establish priorities in my work. I confess my weakness of procrastination and lack of organization. My desire is to live purposefully and worthily and accurately as a wise, sensible, intelligent person.

You have given me a sevenday week six days to work and the seventh day to rest. I desire to make the most of time (buying up each opportunity). Help me plan my day, and stay focused on my assignments. In the name of Jesus, I demolish and smash warped philosophies concerning time management, tear down barriers erected against the truth of God, and fit every loose thought, emotions and impulse into the structure of life shaped by Christ. I clear my mind of every obstruction and build a life of work and my plans. I plan the way I want to live, but alone make me. Able to live it. Help me organize my efforts, schedule my activities

and budget my time Jesus, you want me to relax. It please you when I am not preoccupied with getting, so I can respond to Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s giving. I know you, Father God, and how you work. I steep my life in God reality, God-initiative, and God Provisions. By the grace give me, I will not worry about missing out, and my everyday human concerns will be met. I purpose in my heart to seek (aim at and strive after). First of all your kingdom, Lord, and your righteousness (Your way doing and being right) and then all these things taken together will be given me besides. Father, your word is my compass, and it help me see

my life as complete in Christ. I cast all my cares, worries, and concerns over on you, that I might be well-balanced (Temperate, sober of mind), vigilant and cautious at all times I have my ears to the word of wisdom and set my heart on a life of understanding,. I make insight my priority. Father, you sent Jesus that I might have life and have it more abundantly. Help me remember that my relationship with you and with others are more important than anything else in Jesus name. Amen.

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And behold, the angel of the lord came upon him, and a light shined in the prison: and he smote peter on his side, and raised him up, saying, Arise up quickly. And his chains fell off from his hands. K.J

April

2. For length of days, and long life, and peace, shall they add to the. 3let not mercy and truth forsake thee: bind them about thy neck; write upon the table of thine heart. 4so shalt thou find favor and good understanding in the sight of God and man. K.J

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6. By thee have I been Holden up from the womb: throw art he that took me out of my mother bowels: my praise shall be continuously of thee.7 I am as a wonder onto many; but throw art my strong refuge. K.J

And ye shall receive power, after the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be whiteness unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all judae`-a, and in sa-ma`-ri-a, and unto the uttermost part of the earth .K.J

3.And I sent messengers unto them saying, I am doing a great work, so that I cannot come down: why should the work cease, whilst I leave it, and come down to you? 4. Yet they sent unto me four times after this sort; and I answered them after the same manner. K.J

So David prevailed over the phi-lis`-tine with a sling and with a stone. And a smote the phi-lis`-tine K.J

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10. Now I beset you, brethren, by the name of thy lord Jesus Christ, ye all speak the same thing and that there be no division among you; but that ye be perfectly joined in the same mind and in the same judgments.11for it has been declared onto be of you, my brethren, by them which are the house of Chloe, that there are contentions among you. K.J

For what saith the scripture? ABRAHAM BELIEVED GOD, AND IT WAS COUNTED UNTO HIM FOR RIGHTOUSNESS.K.J

Ezra 7:27

Bless the lord God of our fathers, which hath put such a thing as thins in the kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s heart , to beautify the house of the lord which is Jerusalem. K.J

September

1 Samuel 17:50

1Corinthians 1:10-11

Romans 4:3

June

Nehemiah 6:3-4

August

Be of good courage, and let us behave ourselves valiantly for our people, of for the city of our God: and let the Lord do that which is good in his sight. K.J

Psalms 71:6-7

Acts 1:8

May

Proverbs3:2-4

1 Chronicle 19:13

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February

Acts 12:7

Obadiah 1:17

But upon mount Zion shall be deliverance, and there shall be a holiness; and the house of Jacob shall be possess their possessions. K.J

December

Titus 2:1-2

1.But speak thou the things which becomes sound doctrine; 2 that the aged mane be sober, grave, temperate, sound in face, in charity, impatience. K.J

Scripture of the Month

James 1:12

Blessed is the man the endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the lord hath promised to them that love. K.J

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The Feminization of Resilience in Misfortune Circumstances W

By Suzette V. Smith, MSW Contact us for prayer @ (917) 338-6099 Excel Life & Empowerment CTR www.excellifeempowerment.org sue@excellifeempowerment.org suexcel77@yahoo.com

omen are often related to by their makeup of uniqueness, weakness, and strength. Historically speaking, women have faced many challenges and have suffered losses economically. Women are considered to be the “weaker vessel.” Yet, when we were created, “it was good.” The roles that women play are tremendous, and sometimes tend to be stressful. The lives of women consist of many diverse, explicit, drastic, domestic affairs, and spontaneous changes. Since the 1970’s, and in the prior years, women were robbed of their true worth, and were deprived of their rights. Women have faced many devastated, tragic displeasures in society, such as, sexism (institutional, personal, overt and covert), racism (deliberate, intentional, passive, and active), discrimination, domestic abuse, inequality, not to mention, misogynist (hatred of women), and gynophobia (fear of women). The feminization of poverty posits that women are poor because of the effect of their traditional gender roles on their ability to accumulate economic resources. Women earn less than men for the same work, their

share of national income is less, and income is stratified by both ethnicity and gender with African American and Hispanic/Latina women at the bottom-women job status is lower than men (McBride Stetson, 2009). Perhaps, these experiences have made some women bitter, but better, and stronger. Other women with disadvantages of poverty and oppression, deal daily with the misfortune of a lack of opportunity, a chance for good employment, a right to walk in freedom, and an equal will. Some women have suppressed their dilemmas with the pretense that “all is well,” when it is not, or “I have accepted mediocrity, since I am denied opportunity.” Though women go through life appearing as though everything is alright, within the depths of themselves they strive, and struggle with insecurities, emotional turmoil, self-hatred, rejections, loneliness, low self-esteem, depression, which brought them trauma (feminization of poverty). The aftermath of injustice in society, incidence and occurrence left many women with self-doubt, mistrust, anger towards themselves and

others. Women in poverty face unfortunate circumstances. Their horrific stories, issues, situations, and their trials sometimes lead them to seek out help. They soon learn to cope by uniting, building on their spirituality (developing faith in God), create solutions, and resolutions to improve the way in which women are treated and how they excel to a better life style. Others have been empowered to move towards justice and freedom. And with motivation are now assisting, leading, directing, and servicing other women to live a life of victory. Some have embraced healing and restoration, developed good self-esteem, accomplished self and financial independence. Presently, many women thrive, persevere, have gain the resilience, and have broken down barriers, and boundaries they were once forbidden to cross. There are no limits and walls that can permanently hinder women with the determination and persistence to assimilate to wealth. Poverty cannot hold us captive. We are the “apple of God’s eyes,” and his “precious stone.”

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The Mother of Black Theatre Ruby Dee Is Set to Perform an Evening of Spoken Word on Mother’s Day

he Dallas-based Black Academy of Arts and Letters (TBAAL) is presenting the living Mother of Black Theatre, Ruby Dee, in a special evening of spoken word at the historic Apollo Theater in Harlem, NY on Mother’s Day – Sunday, May 13, 2012 @ 5:00 p.m. EST. Dee will speak the word and tell the truth in this culturally entertaining experience of music and spoken word. "Ms. Dee is a shining example of African American culture and history," says TBAAL Founder and President Curtis King. "It excites me to see her still performing so masterfully, and I am certain the audience will be just as excited to be in the presence of one of our country's foremost living legends."

Lorraine Hansberry’s “A Raisin in the Sun” that made her a star. It ran on the great White Way for two years and was then made into a 1961 film for which Ms. Dee won a National Board of Review Award as best supporting actress.

In the `60s, Ms. Dee co-starred in several television series ranging from dramas to the primetime soap opera “Peyton Place” and the daytime soap, “Guiding Light.” In the years since, she (often with her late husband, actor Ossie Davis), has appeared in dozens of motion pictures such as Spike Lee’s “Do The Right Thing” and episodic television shows like “Golden Girls.” She’s earned seven Emmy Award nominations, including a win for a 1993 performance on Burt Reynolds’ The legendary actress was raised in Harlem and “Evening Shade” sitcom and for a 1991 role in began her career there as a member of the Amer- the telefilm, “Decoration Day.” Ms. Dee’s 2007 ican Negro Theatre. Over the years, Ms. Dee has role as Mama Lucas in the 2007 film, “Ameriappeared in such stage productions as “South can Gangster,” starring Denzel Washington and Pacific” (1943), “Anna Lucasta” (1944), “Purlie Russell Crowe, earned her an Oscar nomination Victorious” (1961) and “Checkmates” (1989). as best supporting actress. In 2004, Ms. Dee However, it’s her 1959 portrayal of Ruth, the and Mr. Davis were recipients of the Kennedy longsuffering inner-city wife of Sidney Poitier’s Center Honors and she shared a Grammy Award character, in the original Broadway production of for Best Spoken Word Album with Ossie Davis,

“With Ossie And Ruby: In This Life Together.” Tickets are available online at www.Ticketmaster.com and the Apollo Theater Box Office (212) 531-5305. The Apollo Theater is located at 253 West 125th Street, New York, NY 10027.

The En Sound Music Awards Heads For the Porter Sanford III Performing Arts Center Atlanta GA

he En Sound Music Awards, one of Gospel's most recognized awards events of its kind, will be heading to the Porter Sanford III Performing Arts Center - 3181 Rainbow Drive in the city of Decatur, GA on July 29, 2012 at 5:30PM, and promises to be an evening packed with great performances and surprises.

pose is to recognize independent Christian and gospel artists – who are often ignored by other awards shows that cater to major-label artists.

Founded in 2006 by independent gospel recording artist and Founder of En Sound Entertainment, Delroy Souden, this award ceremony has created a buzz on all continents and is one of the most talk-about event of its kind in Gospel music. Its pur-

Trophies will be handed out in various categories including Male Vocalist of the Year; Female Vocalist

"There's hardly a day that goes by when someone doesn't ask, When is the This year, the event will be held next En Sound for only one day and will honor Music Awards longtime Gospel music Radio Per- or, Are you acsonality, Big Brother CJ. Confirmed cepting submisperformers include: Petula Beckles, sions for the Terea', Delra Harris, Andre Byrd, next En Sound Mike Willis & The Call, Sho and Music Awards?" Souden said. others to be added.

of the Year; Song of the Year and Artist of the Year and Song of the Year among others.The host of the evening will be announced in the coming weeks. Requirements for the En Sound Music Awards include but not limited to artist visibility on the web; Internet/Terrestrial radio; press releases; blogs; interviews; album reviews; television appearances; busy performance schedules etc., and must become a member of the Christian Internet Radio Association (www.1cira. org) before April 30, 2012. Artists wishing to submit their profession-

ally produced and packaged CD releases or mp3 files to be considered, must do so no later than April 30, 2012 to: En Sound Music Awards - PO Box 32507, Newark, NJ 071020907 Voting for the 2012 En Sound Music Awards will take place online and via text messaging and anyone over the age of 13 will be able to vote for his or her favorite artists. En Sound Entertainment is elated that this event will be held in Georgia, and everyone who will be in attendance can expect a spiritfilled evening that features some of the finest independent Christian artists of today. You may also upload your music and purchase tickets on our website at: www.ensoundmusicawards.org

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Breakings the Bands of BALAAMS and FALSE PROPHETS By Pastor Emmanuel Olayiwola

I want you to quickly pray the following prayers fervently before you continue to read this article: 1. I walk out of the prisons of false prophets and their prophecies in the mighty name of Jesus 2. Every satanic grip of false prophets over my life I cut you off in the name of Jesus 3. Satanic prophecy tying down my destiny, break and release me in Jesus name 4. Any curse issued against me by any satanic priest, I pick you up and send you back to sender in the name of Jesus. God will bless you mightily if you have prayed those prayers About the 2nd week in the month of Jan the Lord told me in the middle of the night during our 24 hour with God program that HE has some of HIS sheep who have been held captives not by Satan but by some Balaams and false prophets and HE is equipping churches and Ministers without preference to denominations, gender or age, who are ready to go into the enemies camps within the body of Christ and break the bands of these end time Balaams and false prophets because the time is at hand. HE made understand also that some of these people( HIS Children) had entered into their bondage honestly, innocently and sincerely because of their ignorance and their desperation, they were deceived, some of them according to HIM are even Ministers who have answered their divine calls under these false prophets in the enemies camp, HE wants to set them free The bible says “And no wonders for Satan himself has transformed himself into angel of light therefore it is no great thing if his ministers also be transformed as the ministers of righteousness; whose end shall be according to their works”. (2corinth 11:14-15)

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by familiar spirits and her words sounded true until Peter rebuked the spirit and she couldn’t prophesy or see no vision anymore ACTS 16:16 When I came out of the vision, I remembered how the Lord called me into the ministry some couple of years ago. I was in that vision praying for a man to be free from demonic oppression and from nowhere some 7 pastors wearing a heavy crucifix and big regalia and collar descended upon me, one of them slapped me and asked who authorized you to pray for this man? Another one said “we tied somebody how dare you are releasing him?” and I replied by saying but is he not a Child of God that what is bad in praying for him? I said but is it not your responsibility to set the captives free? They were about to swoop on me when suddenly I began quoting the Isaiah 61 v 1-3 and one of them said to me you truly have got the mandate, immediately after he said it some supernatural strength came upon me and I was able to defeat them they all fell face down and became lifeless

“Ghana- witch- doctor demands his juju- from pastor” the video version is on the you tube, the gods who had empowered this pastor decided to dispossess him of the charms he was given to gather the sheep, the witch doctor came right inside the ritated sometimes when people use church while the service was going negative words around me or on on to collect his idol from the pastor their Children, a woman once said in the full glare of all the members to me on the phone “Pastor this girl what a day of great deliverance to is miserable and will never change” the people of God? Unfortunately referring to her daughter I immedithere are some trainee ministers ately corrected her. who are under the bondage of this “ man of God” they are people God The only weapon that can bail described in the bk of Isaiah 49 v 25 you out of the grip of modern day as “the Captives of the mighty and Balaams and false prophets is the the prey of the terrible” God said anointed word of God, because it is HE will deliver them. forever settled in heaven, God has said HE exalts HIS word above HIS This “man of God rather than bename, HE is committed to responding sober and repentant he issued ing to HIS word, the word is gone curses upon anyone that will dare out of HIS mouth already and it talk about the incidence that is alshall not return to HIM empty but ready on the you tube for the whole it shall do that which HE pleased world to see, he was cursing the and shall accomplish the reason it’s people whom God has blessed, he sent. is a typical example of the end time Balaams Beloved, we have got enough artillery in the word of God to conWe are all familiar with the Bafront the gates of hell, don’t seek laam in the bk of Numbers 23v 21 power from Satan because he will that hired to curse the people of God, disgrace and disappoint you in the he couldn’t prevail against them in end, God is bound by HIS word and as much as God has neither beheld so will respond to you if you speak iniquity in Jacob nor seen perverseHIS word when confronted by the ness in Israel; the Lord his God is enemies, the word of God is the with him and the shout of the king only means by which you can tame is among them. Surely there’s no the gates of hell and its ministers. enchantment against Jacob neither

By this encounter with the pasThat young girl for couple of tors the Lord made me to know that days was following the Disciples my strength to function in ministry As I was putting this piece togethcontinues on Page 35 and giving visions and prophecies is in His word, that’s why I feel ir- er I stumbled on a story headlined

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Cissy Houston

soul singer who is known primarily as Whitney Houston's mother rather than for her own considerable talents, Cissy Houston was born Emily Drinkard and began her career as a member of her family's gospel group, the Drinkards. In the early '60s, she joined forces with a floating group of singers known simply as the Group (including at

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various points Doris Troy and Dee Dee Warwick) to provide backup vocals on numerous soul, pop, and rock sessions. They contributed to many Atlantic sessions in particular, and Atlantic executive Jerry Wexler signed the act to the label in 1967. Named the Sweet Inspirations, they recorded some excellent gospel-flavored soul in the late '60s, managing a few hits (as well as continuing to back up other artists, most notably Aretha Franklin) before Houston left to go solo at the end of 1969. She recorded an impressive album for Commonwealth United in 1970, Presenting Cissy Houston, which yielded a couple of small R&B/ pop hits: "I'll Be There" and "Be My Baby." Much in the manner of the Sweet Inspirations, although the material consisted of fairly wellworn soul, rock, and pop tunes, the state-of-the-art arrangements and gospel-ish vocals made them sound fresh. Her contract was sold

to Janus Records later in the year, and while she issued a few singles there until the middle of the '70s, she never received the support and promotion she deserved. A case in point was her little-known original version of "Midnight Train to Georgia," taken to the top of the charts about a year later by Gladys Knight & the Pips. Houston recorded several albums for Private Stock beginning in the late '70s, as well as continuing her regular work on sessions and commercial jingles. She recorded a duet with daughter Whitney ("I Know Him So Well") in 1987, and cut a

duet album with veteran soul singer Chuck Jackson in 1992.

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is there any divination against Israel according to this set time it shall be said of Jacob and Israel what God has wrought The key is to be in good relationship with God, Even Abraham had to straighten up as he walked with God, the bible says a curse causeless shall not come to me, if you are in trouble and at the same time living in sin, you might just be giving the enemies a ground to mock your prayers and their words will continue to produce results in your life, stop saying God understands yes HE does and that is why HE has not destroyed the enemies tormenting you, HE is giving them chance to repent but guess what? The devil will continue to establish his presence in your territory and take advantage of you

he tied to a tree in the forest, even though the sheep was bleating seriously “the man of God” wouldn’t pay her no mind until a hunter who was attracted by the cry of a sheep in distress came to the scene and caught him in the very act like the adulterous woman in the bible.

Now hear this, it was a case of rituals needed to tie down the congregation to “his church” and not the church of Jesus Christ because HE doesn’t use force on anyone, the pregnant sheep represents the members and their unborn generation who will remain perpetually bound to him except God decides to have mercy on them, such congregation will know that certain things are not right about their shepherd and his enslaving doctrine but will not be able to free themselves because BREAKING THE BANDS OF they have been spiritually tied FALSE PROPHETS, Recently a down, they will tell you this is my sister sent me a link to a story cap- great grandparents church and even tioned “bonking pastor in court” it when they try to leave the “man of was about a false prophet that was God will curse them or even rejailed 7yrs for having carnal knowl- mind them those who have left and edge of a pregnant sheep which something tragic happened to them

or those who had left and have to come back

shocking aspect according to this story titled “ANGRY MOB SETS CHURCH ABLAZE” was that the Even though you have entered people refused to break them free the trap innocently and sincerely from the late founder’s grip when or honestly your deliverance is not the skeleton was taken to the morgoing to be automatic, though the tuary for a medical examination provision is already made in Christ the members still went to the hosthrough HIS blood to set you free, pital and knelt down to worship the you must be willing to accept de- thing. liverance, the children of Israel entered into their own bondage sinYou must cry for help and be cerely in their father Jacob when he willing to wait on God in prayer and went down to Egypt and in fulfill- fasting Jesus says some of this thing ment of God’s word to Abraham yet don’t go away except by prayer and they had to cry to God, HE said “I fasting, you must humble yourself have heard their cry, I have seen the and lively holy and saturate youraffliction where with the Egyptians self with the word of God, no quick have afflicted them..” fix, remember it was the quest for quick fix that baited you into that A church in Nigeria was set trap in the first place, go for deliverablaze in Jan 11 this year when peo- ance and look for a praying church. ple discovered that the founder who died some 20yrs ago have been immortalized and the members have refused to allow him rest in peace instead they have put his skeleton on the pulpit where everyone goes to make petition to him for help referring to him as their man, the

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Continued from Page 8 gift Christ purchased for you by shedding His blood on the cross in your place, for your sins? Or will you hold onto your sins and even defend them— and face awful consequences when you one day stand before God to give account for what you have done with your life? “Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows. The one who sows to please his sinful nature, from that nature will reap destruction; the one who sows to please the Spirit, from the Spirit will reap eternal life.” (Galatians 6:7-9) Listen for a moment, before we close, to some beautiful words from Job 36, verses 5-12, "God is mighty, but does not despise men; he is mighty, and firm in his purpose. He does not keep the wicked alive

Continued from Page 3 uba. Since 1993, Love 101fm carries his flagship broadcast “The Voice of Power”, which is also carried on Nationwide News Network FM 90.7 fm since 2008. The ministry operates a full time Religious Cable TV Channel which commenced in 2002 (PFM Family Television) on The Flow Network Channel 672. He also publishes “God’s Mirror”, a quarterly Religious Tabloid which addresses various issues. Messages preached by Bishop Davis are carried around the world Live and Delayed via the internet through Streaming Faith and via his website www.pfmfamily.org. In the Cayman Islands his programme “Gospel Explosion” can be heard on Love 103.1 fm. The Ministry operates a number of social outreach programmes and internal auxiliaries to include a Food and Clothes Distribution Centre which caters to needy persons from various communities, Care Centre which caters to the medical needs of persons from a wide cross section of the society a General Practitioner and a Gynaecologist on a monthly basis provide these specialized services which are sponsored by the Church; Hospital Ministry facilitates weekly visits to the Hospitals in Kingston, St. Andrew and St. Catherine, where

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Greatest Gift is Forgiveness but gives the afflicted their rights. He does not take his eyes off the righteous; he enthrones them with kings and exalts them forever. But if men are bound in chains, held fast by cords of affliction, he tells them what they have donethat they have sinned arrogantly. He makes them listen to correction and commands them to repent of their evil. If they obey and serve him, they will spend the rest of their days in prosperity and their years in contentment. But if they do not listen, they will perish by the sword and die without knowledge. Jesus does not despise you or me, but loved us enough to lay down His

life for our sakes. Let today be the day you admit to the Lord what He already knows, that you are a sinner, that you are not the person you ought to be. You are in fact a person who needs the power of Almighty God to make you all that you should be, and all that He hopes for you to be. John the apostle wrote, “If we claim to be without sin, we deceive ourselves and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.” (1 John 1:8-10) Will you receive today the greatest miracle of all, the miracle of forgiveness? All whom Christ forgives, He then gives an entirely new start in life because, in His own words, “I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly.” (John 10:10) Pray with me these words,

“Father, I come to You the only way I can, as a sinner who is unworthy of Your love. Yet You loved me enough to send Your beloved Son to die for me on the cross, even when I was still Your enemy. Lord Jesus, I receive you today as my Savior. I confess all my sins, and ask you to forgive me. Please wash away the stain and power of sin in my life with the precious blood you poured out on the cross. I also give you my life, even as you gave me yours, and receive you as the Lord of my life. Teach me your ways, and grant me to do Your will. Give me that abundant life you bought for me on the cross of Calvary. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.” Christopher N. White ©2001 (All quotations are from the New International Version)

Rev. D. DAVIS prayers and other needed assistance are given to various persons; Prison Ministry – Services are held in the Correctional Institutions twice monthly. The church also partners with the Fort Augusta Correctional Centre in various projects as it seeks to bring Hope, Healing and Restoration to both Inmates and their Families. Sports Ministry a vital area in which the Youths and the Young at heart are engaged in many Sporting Disciplines. There are also organized Competitions in Cricket, Football, Volley Ball and Track and Field in which other Churches/ Denominations participate. Marriage and Singles’ Ministry. Several national initiatives have been spearheaded by Bishop Davis and the Power of Faith Ministries. One such famous is the “Heal the Family Heal the Nation” series which commenced in January 2006 at the National Arena and continues to be held as an annual institutionalized event; it brings together Leaders of States, Leaders of all religious Denominations, persons from across Jamaica and also from overseas for a time of Spiritual Renewal and Empowerment for the Challenges of the New Year. Others includes “Emancipate Jamaica 2008” and “Save the Children Rally”: with the involvement of Civil Society, the Schools,

the Police, the Portmore Chamber of Commerce, and others, thousands of school Children, their Parents and Teachers gathered for several hours. In that Rally many clear, decisive and deliberate messages were sent to all persons in the Society who afflict, abuse and impair our children in any way. From this initiative a Scholarship Fund will be launched to assist needy students. There are many other Ministries and Services which are the brain child of this Visionary Leader during his many years as leader of the Power of Faith Ministries. He is motivated by a burning desire and a passion to help people, to see them saved and delivered and come into the knowledge of and a relationship with Jesus Christ. With that motivation he continues to serve selflessly, the cause of Christ and the needs of others. ACADEMICS “The Delford D. Davis Scholarship for Excellence”, provides full Tuition for a first year Student to any of the major universities within Jamaica. Power of Faith Basic School has been in existence since 1989. The school is recognized by the Ministry of Education, and has a Staff complement of ten (10), and an average at-

tendance of over one hundred and twenty–five (125) students. INORMATION & COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY Persons are trained in the art of computer usage up to Level Three. This is in collaboration with the HEART/NTA who assesses and certifies the Graduates. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES The ministry to date has provided fulltime employment for twenty– eight (28) persons and four (4) on a part time basis to work in Ministerial, Technical, Janitorial and other Positions. FAMILY He is married to Petrova since 1978; their union has produced two sons and one daughter. They are proud Grandparents of one Grandson. MOTTO: “The People that know their God Shall Be Strong And Do Exploits” – Daniel 32:11b

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3:5 en”. Mark 12:25 Mormons believe in salvation by Mormons believe that only they can be saved. Brigham Young said, works. “Redemption from personal sings “Will all the people be damned who Lewis who closed the He also believes that Church and State Senator John L. Sampson ntercessory Outreachthrough Minis- obedisee it andJanette I will remember the agreeare not Latter-Day Saints? Yes, and can only be obtained show. All the artistes tries Church of God Seventh along with his Representative must mingle for there is no State without God. a great many of them except they ence to the requirements of the Gosentertained well and had the were Day under the leadership of Miss Carrle Mobley, Director - The Senator and His Representative ment that continues forever the fourth Initiatives. Pastor visiting speedily”. (Journal of event Dis-for the day in an effort crowd on their feet dancing and pel (Mormon ceremonies) a lifeBasedrepent Pastor Byron Sterling hosted theirandFaith praising. to bring hope to the Community by speaking to went on to encouraged the people partyworks.” on July 31, 2011 atofthe courses-vol. Of Mormon Sermons, ofTea good (book Mormon, between me andArtistes every who Other the people of the importance for their voices to to meet and speak with the Senator Grace Deliverance Banquet Hall, Vol. 1,pg. 339) Alma, 42:23). votes. Remsen Ave. in Brooklyn NY. The who did not hesitate to mingle be heard and also the importance of their living thing on “The was sectarian doctrine justiBible states thatSterling anyone Pastor also can told the audience of the the audienceThe at large. evening a refreshing one to ofwith that the Senator have been doing in the Later on be in speaking to his work those who and enjoyed saved. “That if thou shalt confication bycame faithoutalone has exercised the eart community, such as setting Representative, Miss Mobley, we elegance and of Tea,the early fess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, up Senior Citizen antheinfluence forflavors evil since much Fashion, Food and Entertainment. found out that both Senator Centers all around the community and Genesis days of Christianity.” (Talmage’s and shalt believe in thine heart that Pastor Sterling blessed the Sampson and Miss Mobley were more. Everyone mingled for a while and was now from poised the and dead, ready for further developIt hath was raised clearly him Articles Faith, 120)and Christians. God Pastor Byron Sterling (left), evening of with his p., prayer 9:16 ments of the evening. explained to us that the Demoand State Senator Sampson welcomed the audience the The Bible stateswhilesalvation is thou shalt be saved.” “For with the It was then that the legendary Dr. Hopeton busy hostesses made sure that cratic leader believes in prayer and (right). by grace through faith and not of heart man believeth unto righteouseveryone was timely served. Among know that it is because of the love Lewis walked in and was broadcasted and Hunter presented a Fashion show ness; and with thehighly mouth confession works. Salvation is aSenator; gift ofof God Godwhy he spoken of by Pastor Sterling. There is in his possession. the gatheing was State elegantly curtailed were also other Gospel and cannot be earned. “Being justi- is made unto salvation.” “For whowith her line of clothing, from her present and God’s given talent and abilities, of fied freely by his grace through the soever shall call upon the name Artistes ready to captivate the followed shortly by Sis Adris Grant redemption that is in Christ Jesus:” the Lord shall be saves.” Romans Hopeton Lewis (left), and State evening into an extraorand her presentation of Church hats, Senator Sampson (right). dinary theme of Romans 3:24 10:9,10,13 both of which were a tremendous hit Worship and Praise. Are Mormons Christians? Not ac“For by grace are ye saved performed were, Sis. Ann Dean - a power- with the crowd. Everyone enjoyed each Pastor Sterling holds 2 services on through faith; and that not of your- cording to the Word of God. “Now ful Gospel singer out of St Vincent, Bro. one’s delivery and the Saturday at 8210 Avenue J, BrookLouie a singer indeed, Bro. Kingsley selves: it is the gift of God: Not of the Spirit speaketh expressly, that people were not afraid Ogunde - superb performer from Africa lyn NY to illustrate their works, lest any man should boast.” in the latter times some shall depart who had the crowd participating with him, enthusiasm towards Dr. Ephesians 2:8-9 from the faith, giving heed to seducByron A. Sterling, Pastor Sis Meek and performer from the Church Hopeton Lewis 8210 Avenue J. of God Seventh Day Adventist, Mt Vernon. “Not by works of righteousness ing spirits, and doctrines of devils;” extraordinaire for years Brooklyn, NY 11236 However, this was not all; the treats and which we have done, but according 1 Timothy 4:1 and to the dynamic Sis 888 531-8395 gifts were just rolling in as Sis Karim to his mercy he saved us…” Titus

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