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Show The World JESUS  If your neighbor or someone you encountered in a public place asked you what is Advent about, how would you respond? Would you talk about the themes, symbols, scriptures, or traditions you know of or practice in your home? What a GREAT opportunity to witness [testify] to your neighbor! If this is your first time, you may feel awkward at first because you are not sure how to start the conversation or how to say it without all the BIBLE language. What does it really mean to witness for JESUS? Witnessing simply means telling others by our words, actions, and attitude what we’ve personally experienced (i.e., “seen”, heard, and believe in our hearts)  of the LORD JESUS. In what ways can we demonstrate [be a witness for] JESUS during this holiday season? One way is to make the most of every conversation by trusting GOD for the right words. Praying to GOD for wisdom and active listening may be our contribution in the first encounter.  If you are blessed to meet up again

Isaiah 9:6 - New King James Version For unto us a Child is born, Unto us a Son is given; And the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. This BIBLE verse brings me great joy when I read or hear it.  It affirms just how GREAT GODs love is for us to have given HIMself to us in this beautiful way.  #PrepareHIMroom iPray ...  FATHER GOD, this holiday season that many are led to know YOU and receive YOUR GIFT. In JESUS Name, Amen.

  iBELIEVE…   Hebrews 10:23 So now wrap your heart tightly around the HOPE that lives within us, knowing that GOD always keeps HIS promises! Isaiah 9:6-7 6 For a child is born to us,     a son is given to us. The government will rest on his shoulders.     And he will be called: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God,     Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. 7  His government and its peace     will never end. He will rule with fairness and justice from the throne of his ancestor David     for all eternity. The passionate commitment of the Lord of Heaven’s Armies     will make this happen! iPRAY… I will hold strong to the confession of my HOPE never wavering because the ONE who promises my HOPE has already made this happen. THANK YOU JEHOVAH FAITHFUL, THE GOD of HEAVEN’s ARMIES ever faithful.  In JESUS NAME, AMEN   Promises (feat. Joe L Barnes & Naomi Raine) | Maverick City Music | TRIBL HALLELUJAH HALLELUJAH HALLELJUAH!!!   My BIBLE365 - ADVENT Conversations are being hosted on various s

 Life isn't always easy but GOD is faithful to ensure we can do it well even when challenged by our life situations.  BEncouraged because GOD gives HIS GRACE and new mercies every morning to us to endure.

My Sunday School Primary and Junior Class Teacher (Christine Gee) and Elementary First and Second Grade Teacher (Ruth Eubanks) fervently taught their lessons with inclusivity, love, and certainty. They commanded respect and your attention with clarity. They made you want to engage. There were no silly or dumb questions. In those early years, I was always asking questions and following up with "WHY". 😆 I only recall one black male classroom teacher in my school years but today there are many more.  Teachers like mine (Gee and Eubanks) are making a difference today all around the world!  My teachers convinced me that nothing was impossible.  HOW???   Both ladies lived their lives with intentionality which provided me evidence that when I purposefully engaged with (exercised) faith in GOD for what I could not do or see yet for me, all things meant for me were possible.   GOD has a plan for our lives and no matter what our current situation, HE can work through it to pros

I am so elated that safe in-person gatherings are on the rise.  As I am a social butterfly, I am re-engaging with a new perspective and appreciation for being in community.  I have had plenty of time to understand what a community really looks like and the benefits of belonging to one.  The challenges of the pandemic brought to the forefront what it really means to belong in a community.  I saw people that I had never met before because they found a way to let their lights shine.  Their light brought joy, peace, love, and a renewed hope that GOD was still with us.  Using creativity, people were encouraged, reunited, and even started new relationships.   We are not meant to be alone.   We are designed to belong and fellowship Be mindful to hold space for others when you are able to do so.  You will need the same done for you.