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Documents and investigations have uncovered the evil ploys and greedy behaviors that escaped from behind dark doors and secret closets. Those tainted schemes which were left unchecked brought about the collapse of many mammoth gods who once set on man-made thrones. However, the end results of these high profile figures led to emotional pain, financial loss, devastation and demise to those who trusted them with their personal investments. Find out more inside...
Prophetess Octavia is a native of Baltimore, Maryland. Her intense four year biblical and spiritual leadership training under Chief -overseer, Bishop elect and Prophet Rodney Walker of God Is In Control Church located in Waldorf, MD allotted her ordination in 2001. It was then that she fully accepted the call to ministry and the prophetic mantle upon her life. To date Prophetess Octavia has served in the areas of evangelism, exhortation, and teaching; and she has ministered both domestically and internationally.
Today many people are experiencing a deep desire to know Jesus Christ in a more personal and fulfilling way. Therefore, we are beginning our Preaching Jesus Series. In this exciting series, we will help you prepare to effectively preach Jesus by reviewing some of His names, His life, history and various other aspects of who He is. It is so important that we as ministers of the gospel have a thorough understanding of Jesus and the atoning work He has done on behalf of the world. Therefore, for convenience, we will create bulleted points to help you as we journey to learn more about our Savior, His name, life and work. Find out more inside...
Churches and religious organizations, like many other charitable organizations, qualify for exemption from federal income taxunder IRC section 501c3 and are generally eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions. To qualify for tax-exempt status, such an organization must meet the certain specific requirements. These requirements generally outline the specific purposes for which the organization has been organized and operated. Many religious groups seeking exemption from federal income taxesunder section 501c3 are in fact organized and operated for religious purposes, but are unsure as to whether they should be classified as a church or as another religious organization, such as a faith-based ministry. Find out more inside...
Many of the health challenges that we face could be avoided or improved by being more aware of what we eat and drink each day. Good nutrition is a building block for good health and it is important for us to learn all that we can and put the information into practice. One of the most valuable food groups is that of dairy products. Unfortunately, many of us believe that milk and other dairy products are for babies to the toddler years. However, nothing could be further from the truth. Read more of Dr. Ottey's article inside...
Throughout life there arises a singular word that expresses the sound of a perplexed soul in a questionable predicament. The word alone needs no introduction or adjectives to help communicate its meaning. That word is "why?"
As a child growing up in church that word was forbidden to evaporate out of the chambers of our mouths. They told us to never ask God "why." Over the course of time I found myself silently breaking that law as pressures, problems and plights rushed questions to this finite mind. I wasn't trying to be selfish or disobedient to their rules. I just needed to know what I could do to avoid that experience from repeating itself in life. If there was an answer God would know it! Perhaps He would whisper the solution to the hidden secrets and travesties that have scarred and scorned humanity. Read more of this exciting article inside...
As a child growing up in church that word was forbidden to evaporate out of the chambers of our mouths. They told us to never ask God "why." Over the course of time I found myself silently breaking that law as pressures, problems and plights rushed questions to this finite mind. I wasn't trying to be selfish or disobedient to their rules. I just needed to know what I could do to avoid that experience from repeating itself in life. If there was an answer God would know it! Perhaps He would whisper the solution to the hidden secrets and travesties that have scarred and scorned humanity. Read more of this exciting article inside...
"Wisdom determines the success of your life. There are two ways to receive Wisdom: mistakes or mentors. Mentors are the difference between poverty and prosperity; decrease and increase; loss and gain; pain and pleasure; deterioration and restoration." - Mike Murdock --Read what Pam Perry has to say about finding a mentor and being a mentor inside...
Pastor Marilyn Smith has spent the past twenty nine years laboring in the Kingdom of God because of the love of Jesus Christ. She, along with her husband, Charles, founded Labor of Love Ministries USA, which is a member of Labor of Love USA Full Gospel Fellowship of Churches and Ministers International. The ministry is a dynamic fellowship located in the East Stroudsberg, Pennsylvania area of the Pocono Mountains where the Lord sent them to take the city for Jesus Christ in 1983. With a sure foundation from 1 Corinthians 14:12, "As much as you are zealous of spiritual gifts, seek to excel to build up the body of Christ," Pastor Marilyn and Pastor Charles dared to believe God and trust Him for the region God sent them to in the mountains. Read more inside...
What are Divisions? Well, divisions are the main sections of a sermon that has an orderly structure. These sections can be stated during the delivery of the sermon, or they may not. However, it's important to know that a properly planned message will have very distinct sections, and each section helps provide clarity to the unity of the message. We will provide you with three major reasons why you should ensure that you utilize divisions properly when planning your sermons. Find out more inside...
Have you ever considered what Mary Magdalene of the Bible felt when she got to Jesus' tomb and the stone was rolled away? (John 20:1) Could there have been a tinge of excitement beneath the reality that the tomb was empty. Perhaps she even considered the intriguing thought that she would be the first to realize and tell someone else that the daunting stone that once stood between her and Jesus was no longer there. Reverend Dr. Suzan Johnson Cook is no stranger to being first. Read more of her amzing story inside...