In Genesis chapter one we read that God spoke this vast universe into existence. But God does differently with man. “God formed Man out of the dirt from the ground and blew into his nostrils the breath of life”. The Man became a living begin. Genesis 2:7 God forms man with his hand from dirt. … Continue reading Message for August 27, 2023 from Pastor Shirley
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Message for August 20, 2023 from Pastor Shirley
THE EAGLE AND THE CROW The only bird that will peck at an Eagle is the crow. The crow sits on his back and bites his neck. The Eagle does not respond or fight with the crow, instead, the Eagle just opens his wings and begins to soar higher in the sky. The higher the… Continue reading Message for August 20, 2023 from Pastor Shirley
Message for August 13, 2023 from Pastor Shirley
ARISE CHURCH YES YOU THE CALLED OUT ONE It is time to soar. It is time to roar For I have a lot more Don’t stand back in the shadows Step forward to a new… Continue reading Message for August 13, 2023 from Pastor Shirley
Do you see what this means
“Do you see what this means–all these pioneers who blazed the way, all these veterans cheering us on? Strip down, start running–and NEVER QUIT! No extra spiritual fat, no parasitic sins. Keep your eyes on Jesus, who both began and finished this race we’re in. Study how he did it. Because he never lost sight… Continue reading Do you see what this means
Message for August 6, 2023 from Pastor Shirley
Interruptions – Opportunity for God moments! We all have interruptions in our lives. It is part of living everyday life. How do we handle those interruptions in life? Do we consider interruptions in our life as a nuisance or an opportunity for God to reveal what is truly in our hearts? Faith is not strengthened… Continue reading Message for August 6, 2023 from Pastor Shirley
God will never forsake you!
God will never forsake you! When people suffer personal failures, the experience can alter how they see themselves. God does not want people to identify with their sins and failures but place their trust in a God who is bigger than all their failures. One who offers forgiveness and restores them to the ultimate plan… Continue reading God will never forsake you!
Message for July 30, 2023 from Pastor Shirley
There is a lot of talk of bad news on the horizon-but there is no bad news for the Christian. We do have a better report. Whose report will you believe! Choose to believe in the report of the Lord. In the end we will win. When you know the outcome of a battle the… Continue reading Message for July 30, 2023 from Pastor Shirley
What About Our Future Sins?
What About Our Future Sins? A lady came to me one day and said, “I do not understand you. I can understand that Christ died for the sins I committed up to the night of my conversion, but do you mean to tell me that Christ died for my future sins?” I said, “How many… Continue reading What About Our Future Sins?
Message for July 23, 2023 from Pastor Shirley
On July 4th we celebrated Independence Day. We recognize the freedom we have in this nation. Freedom is not free. There have been many who have paid their ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. May we never forget and let us continue to pray for those who are still defending our nation today. A greater independence… Continue reading Message for July 23, 2023 from Pastor Shirley
The Goodness of God
The Goodness of God Luke 12:5 “But I will forewarn you whom ye shall fear: Fear him, which after he hath killed hath power to cast into hell; yea, I say unto you, Fear him.” … Continue reading The Goodness of God
Message for July 16, 2023 from Pastor Shirley
“He (Jesus) went to Nazareth, where he had been brought up, and on the Sabbath day he went into the synagogue, as was his custom. And he stood up to read. The scroll of the prophet Isaiah was handed to him. Unrolling it, he found the place where it is written: ‘The Spirit of the… Continue reading Message for July 16, 2023 from Pastor Shirley
The Devil Walks: the Father runs!
The Devil Walks: the Father runs! “Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour” (I Peter 5:9). “But when he was yet a great way off, his father saw him, and had compassion, and ran, fell on his neck, and kissed him” (Luke… Continue reading The Devil Walks: the Father runs!
Message for July 9, 2023 from Pastor Shirley
Sweet Wind There’s a wind a-blowin’, all across the landA fragrant breeze of HeavenBlowin’ once againDon’t know where it comes fromDon’t know where it goesBut let it blow over meOh, sweet wind, come and blow over me There’s a rain a-pourin’, showers from aboveMercy drops are coming’Mercy drops of loveTurn your face to heavenLet the… Continue reading Message for July 9, 2023 from Pastor Shirley
The Past Tense of God’s Forgiveness
The Past Tense of God’s Forgiveness “God has removed our sins as far as the east is from the west”(Psalm 103:12).” He remembers our sins no more (Hebrews 8:12), 10:17). This is why throughout the New Testament, we see our forgiveness expressed in the past… Continue reading The Past Tense of God’s Forgiveness
Message for July 2, 2023 from Pastor Shirley
Happy Birthday America July 4, 1776 The Declaration of Independence was signed by John Hancock, the beginning of freedom for our nation. We are thankful for the men and women who have given their lives for this freedom and those who are still on the front line. We experience freedom today in this… Continue reading Message for July 2, 2023 from Pastor Shirley
God makes everything come out right!
God makes everything come out right! Psalm 103:13-18 Message Bible GOD makes everything come out right; He puts victims back on their feet. He showed Moses how He went about His work, and opened up His plans to all Israel. GOD is sheer mercy and grace, not easily angered. He’s rich in love. … Continue reading God makes everything come out right!
Message for June 25, 2023, from Pastor Shirley
“I will remember the works of the Lord-surely I will remember your works of old”. Psalm 77:11 One of the ways we stay encouraged is to remember what the Lord has done for us in the past. God has done it before He’ll do it again. This gives up hope in our present circumstances. “Be… Continue reading Message for June 25, 2023, from Pastor Shirley
God makes everything come out right!
God makes everything come out right! Psalm 103:13-18 Message Bible GOD makes everything come out right; He puts victims back on their feet. He showed Moses how He went about His work, and opened up His plans to all Israel. GOD is sheer mercy and grace, not easily angered. He’s rich in love. … Continue reading God makes everything come out right!
Message for June 18, 2023 from Pastor Shirley
As I have been cleaning here at the church I have found a lot of broken crayons. This reminded me of a quote – “Broken crayons still color”. A crayon may be worn down from use, may be broken, the covering may be damaged but it is still a crayon and still has value to… Continue reading Message for June 18, 2023 from Pastor Shirley
IS LOVE REALLY THAT IMPORTANT?
IS LOVE REALLY THAT IMPORTANT? I often get challenged by people about my emphasis on love. They ask if in all the other important biblical doctrines love is really that important. My short reply is found below. I will let you decide if love is important or not after reading my answer. God is love… Continue reading IS LOVE REALLY THAT IMPORTANT?