February 2009 Blog Posts (344)

Liberation Theology: A Context for Ministry

Jesus Ministry: The role of a social prophet who was a voiced to those who were marginalized from their communities. He spoke for those who felt powerless, broken, and oppressed by the power of Roman tyranny.

He created a counter-culture of consciousness of thinking that was grounded in the Life of Spirit of God. He challenged the dominated systems of Power by healing sick on the sabbath,casting out demons, and raising the dead. His movement was one of inclusion which taught that

the… Continue

Added by Rev. Dr. Sylvester G. Alexander Sr. on February 4, 2009 at 12:52pm — No Comments

Why people resist change…

Leaders resist change as much as followers do. The result? Unchanged leaders equals unchanged organizations. Here’s 10 reasons why people resist change:

1. The change isn’t self-initiated (Someone else’s idea)

2. Routine is disrupted (We are creatures of habit)

3. Change creates fear of the unknown.

Many people are more comfortable with old problems than with new solutions

4. The purpose of the change is unclear (God leads in steps you don’t always know Z, start… Continue

Added by Ricardo Miller Ministries on February 4, 2009 at 12:09pm — 2 Comments

WHERE ARE THE LEADERS ?

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Scripture Reading

➢ Matthew 22:14 For many are called (invited and summoned), but few are chosen.

➢ 2 Cor. 5:20 So we are Christ's ambassadors, God making His appeal as it were through us. We [as Christ's personal representatives] beg you for His sake to lay hold of the divine favor [now offered you] and be reconciled to God.

Title: Where Are The Leaders?

Leader means: some one who guides or directs others by… Continue

Added by Apostle Dr.H. S. Gibson:Chaplain on February 4, 2009 at 11:33am — No Comments

Bless a stranger today will you?

Hello to my Christian Family,

I JUST WANTED TO SHARE WORDS OF ENCOURAGEMENT WITH YOU TODAY.

No matter what. Get your praise out. Start praising God for what he has already done for you. CELEBRATE the life he has given you TODAY!!!!!!!! In the mist of our tough and hard economic hardships this to shall pass!!!! I repeat this to shall pass!!!!! Keep your Faith and stand boldly in the word of GOD. If you are going through some hard and tough… Continue

Added by Gwendolyn Stovall on February 4, 2009 at 11:30am — No Comments

Understanding The Spirit of Women and Men "Pleasers" - Mid-Day "Wisdom At Work" Lunch Segment

SPECIAL GUEST: Assistant Pastor Andrew Taylor, of the ROCK Church

Assistant Pastor Andrew will join me in uncovering what's silently driving YOU!

What Kind Of Pleaser Are You? You can't afford to miss Dr. Keeping It Real! Tune in "at work" on your Computer to my Mid-Day "Wisdom At Work" Lunch Segment. This inner-healing segment will help you learn the 6 Types of "Pleasers" that interact with a "controllers" world and the 14 basic Characteristics of "pleasers" personalities that… Continue

Added by Dr. Sandy Murphy on February 4, 2009 at 10:32am — No Comments

An Introduction to Apologetics

The word "apologetics" comes from the Greek word "apologia," pronounced, "ap-ol-og-ee’-ah." It means, "a verbal defense." It is used eight times in the New Testament: Acts 22:1; 25:16; 1 Cor. 9:3; 2 Cor. 7:11; Phil. 1;7,17; 2 Tim. 4:16, and 1 Pet. 3:15. But it is the last verse that is most commonly associated with Christian apologetics.

"but sanctify Christ as Lord in your hearts, always being ready to make a defense to everyone who asks you to give an account for the hope that is in you,… Continue

Added by Mark H. Stevens, Th.D on February 4, 2009 at 10:22am — No Comments

Christianity and Homosexuality

The homosexuals and lesbians have gained considerable political and social momentum in America. They have "come out" as the term goes, left their closets, and are knocking on the doors of your homes. Through the TV, Radio, Newspapers, and Magazines, they are preaching their doctrine of tolerance, equality, justice, and love. They do not want to be perceived as abnormal or dangerous. They want acceptance and they want you to welcome them with open, loving arms, approving of what they do.

In… Continue

Added by Mark H. Stevens, Th.D on February 4, 2009 at 10:10am — No Comments

What is the Trinity?

What is the Trinity?

The word "trinity" is a term used to denote the Christian doctrine that God exists as a unity of three distinct persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Each of the persons is distinct from the other, yet related in essence. Each is divine in nature, but each is not the totality of the Godhead. Each has a will, loves, and says "I", and "You" when speaking. The Father is not the same person as the Son who is not the same person as the Holy Spirit who is not the same… Continue

Added by Mark H. Stevens, Th.D on February 4, 2009 at 9:54am — No Comments

Three Essential Doctrines of Christianity

The Bible itself reveals those doctrines that are essential to the Christian faith. They are 1) the Deity of Christ, 2) Salvation by Grace, and 3) the Resurrection of Christ. These are the doctrines the Bible says are necessary. Though there are many other important doctrines, these three are the only ones that are declared by Scripture to be essential. The truly regenerate may be ignorant to some extent of one or more of them at the beginning of his/her new life in Christ, but he will come to… Continue

Added by Mark H. Stevens, Th.D on February 4, 2009 at 9:52am — No Comments

WHAT IS THE ROLE OF ASSOCIATE MINISTERS THAT SERVE UNDER PASTORS?

I'D LIKE SOME FEEDBACK FROM SOME OF YOU PASTORS,THERE ARE SOME TIMES WE SEE ASSOCIATE MINISTER'S DOING THINGS THAT SEEM OUT OF LINE.FOR EXAMPLE AT ALTER CALL INSTEAD OF PRAYING THEY START PREACHING,AT OFFERING TIME BEFORE TAKING UP THE OFFERING THEY HAVE TO BREAKOUT IN A LONG DRAWN OUT SONG RUNNING OUT OF THE PULPIT SHAKING THE CONGRGATIONS HANDS AND SINGING TO THEM,DROPPING THE MICROPHONE,JUMPING AROUND,VISITING OTHER CHURCHES FOR OPPORTUNITY TO PREACH WE SERVICE IS GOING ON AT THERE OWN… Continue

Added by terrance douthard on February 4, 2009 at 9:30am — 2 Comments

GETTING READY TO SING AT A BREAKTHOUGH CONCERT. ALONG ME WILL BE THE WORLD KNOWN DEDRICK HADDEN, DARWIN HOBBS, SHEQUILLA ALLEN, AND MANY MORE ON APRIL 25 IN ALATANTA, GA. WILL HAVE FUTHUR DETAILS IN …

GETTING READY TO SING AT A BREAKTHOUGH CONCERT. ALONG ME WILL BE THE WORLD KNOWN DEDRICK HADDEN, DARWIN HOBBS, SHEQUILLA ALLEN, AND MANY MORE ON APRIL 25 IN ALATANTA, GA. WILL HAVE FUTHUR DETAILS IN THE FUTURE. Continue

Added by D"Marcus Boone on February 4, 2009 at 7:30am — No Comments

“THE CHURCH OF THE LIVING DEAD!!” 3:1-6

A. I WAS READING IN ASTRONOMY MAGAZINE, THAT THE STAR OF BETHLEHEM, WHICH SOME SCHOLARS BELIEVE WAS THE NORTH STAR, IS 30 LIGHT YEARS AWAY, AND THE LIGHT FROM IT TAKES 30 YEARS TO REACH OUR EYES.

1. THE ARTICLE ALSO SAID THAT IF THE NORTH STAR DIED, IT WOULD BE DEAD 30 YEARS BEFORE WE WOULD KNOW IT!!

B. i BELIEVE THE SAME CAN BE SAID OF MANY CHURCHES OVER WHICH GOD HAS WRITTEN THE WORD, “ICHABOD”–WHICH COMES FROM 1 SAMUEL 4:21 WHICH SAYS, “AND SHE NAMED THE CHILD ICHABOD, SAYING,… Continue

Added by Pastor Michael Taylor on February 4, 2009 at 12:40am — 2 Comments

What Comes Around . . .

WHAT GOES AROUND COMES AROUND!

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One day a man saw an old lady stranded on the side of the road,

even in the dim light of dusk he could see she had needed help.

So he pulled up in front of her Mercedes and got out. His old car

was still sputtering when he approached her. Even with a smile

on his face she was worried, no one had stopped to help for her

in the last hour or so, was he going to hurt her? He didn't really

look… Continue

Added by Mark Seay on February 3, 2009 at 8:06pm — No Comments

Call unto me, and I will answer thee

So much bickering in the Body of G-D, so much division...such a lack of mature discernment IMO

I think I will try a different tactic...A parable of sorts

"Call unto me, and I will answer thee, and show thee great and mighty things, which thou knowest not."

(Jeremiah 33:3)

Is that one of the most beautiful and Intimate words ever spoken by a Navi of YAH…Personally I think I is.

Ask why???

I am sure you have a favorite,... But for me this one… Continue

Added by ShekinahLife on February 3, 2009 at 5:30pm — No Comments

LET’S HELP ONE ANOTHER BACK UP DURING OUR HARD ECOMOMIC TIMES!!

Dear Christian Family,

I hope all is well with you.

You may have heard that in the recently news nationwide that jobs are being lost by the thousands. FYI On Monday January 26, 2009 there were 71,400 jobs lost and on the following Tuesday January 27 2009 there were an additional 11,500 jobs lost the very next day?, with more companies closing as we speak. FYI In the united states our unemployment is at 7.2% this is a record high since 1978 about 30 years ago??? This may not be of a… Continue

Added by Gwendolyn Stovall on February 3, 2009 at 4:47pm — 2 Comments

Pastor Reginal Moore Passes at Age 45

Another of God's Soldier's has gone home to be with the Lord. On Sunday, Reginal Moore, Senior Pastor of the Jeremiah Missionary Baptist Church in Milwaukee, passed away. Pastor Moore had just completed his second sermon of the day and suffered an apparent heart attack in the pulpit. We are deeply saddened by this loss and we are praying for his wife and family.

Reggie… Continue

Added by Raliegh Jones Jr. on February 3, 2009 at 2:00pm — 68 Comments

BROTHERHOOD - IRON SHARPENS IRON

Good Brothers and Beloved Sons,

I greet you in the wonderful name of Jesus Christ. Our faith is one of our common bonds. I am not in the business of giving advice. I love to share in those things that would uplift me. Would you care to join me? Each man must walk his own path and fulfill his own journey. I am thankful for the opportunity that we have to share knowledge, wisdom and understanding.

Iron sharpens iron can be a… Continue

Added by Soul2verse on February 3, 2009 at 1:16pm — No Comments

I BELIEVE

Good Brother and Beloved Sons,

I beleive that God was trying to get my attention however I was so unfocused and had strayed off course mentally and spiritually. I know who he said that I am and I was not living to the fullest of my potential in God. I was living in the shadow of fear and death thikning that I was a total failure doomed for the great abyss of nothingness.

When I was a kid they said that I talked to much.… Continue

Added by Soul2verse on February 3, 2009 at 11:34am — No Comments

You will be Missed.Rev. Reginald Moore

I want all of you to pray for the family of our dear brother. He was an awsome dynamic preacher and above all a wonderful person to know. His ministry and his knact for connecting with the people of God truly will be missed. Reginald Moore you will deeply be missed by all who came to know you. God bless you my brother and we will see you again.

Added by J. MATTHEW WYATT on February 3, 2009 at 10:30am — No Comments

At Your Church This Summer‏

Dear Pastor,

We at Ricardo Miller Children's Ministries would like to introduce our ministry to you. We are an organization dedicated to empowering children, parents and children's ministry workers. As the summer quickly approaches and churches are now planning special events for the children, I would like you to prayerfully consider having Pastor Ricardo be a part of your VBS Kickoff Night, Back-To-School Revival, Summer Camp Guest Speaker, Parenting Workshop or Teacher's… Continue

Added by Ricardo Miller Ministries on February 3, 2009 at 7:51am — No Comments