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What Manner of Sacrifice Are You?

Posted by Lyn Bell on February 2, 2010 at 4:30pm
For those of you who think they have said "yes" to God.What Manner of Sacrifice Are You?Are you willing to sacrifice yourself for the work of another believer to pour out your life sacrificially for the sake and faith of others? Or do you say I am not willing to be poured out right now, and I don't want God to tell me how to serve, or who to serve, or how He wants to use me? I want to choose the place of my own sacrifices. And I want to get the credit for what I am doing in His service, with people acknowledging my service. It is one thing to follow God's way of service if we are regarded as a hero, but quite another thing if the road marked out for us by God requires us becoming a "doormat" under other people’s feet. God's purpose may be to teach us to say "I know how to be abased .... (Phil 4:12) Are you ready to be sacrificed like that? Are you ready to be less than a mere drop in the bucket- to be totally insignificant, that no one even remembers your name, even those you serve. Are you willing to give and be poured out until you are used up and exhausted not seeking to be ministered to, but to minister?Some saints can't do menial work while maintaining a saintly attitude, because they feel such service is beneath their dignity, where do you stand today? Are you willing?" If I am poured out as a drink offering on the sacrifice and service of your faith, I am glad and rejoice with you all ( Phil 2:17)Being poured out as an offering is an act of your will not your emotions. If you tell God you are ready to be poured out as a sacrifice for His service, then accept the consequences as they come, without complaint, in spite of what God might send your way. God sends you through a crisis in private, where no one else can help you. From the outside your life may look the same, but the difference is taking place in your will.Once you have experienced the crisis in your will, you will take no thought of the cost when it begins to affect you externally. If you don't deal with God on the level of your will first the result will be only to arouse sympathy for yourself. You must be willing to be placed on the altar and to go through the fire; willing to experience what the altar represents- burning, purification, and separation for only one purpose- the elimination of every desire and affection not grounded in, or directed toward God.But you don't eliminate it, God does. " Bind the sacrifice with cords to the horns of the altar"Ps 118:27. You bind the sacrifice ... to the horns of the altar' and see to it that you don't wallow in self pity once the fire begins. After you have gone through the fire, there will be nothing that will be able to trouble, bother, or depress you. When another crisis arises you will realize that things cannot touch you as they used to do. What fires lie ahead in your life? Tell God you are ready to be poured out as an offering, and God will prove HIMSELF to be ALL you ever dreamed HE would be."I am already being poured out as a drink offering. 2 Timothy 4:6)
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`Follow Me....'

Posted by Ingo on February 2, 2010 at 12:02pm
Word of God... through Bertha Dudde - 18.1.1949`Follow Me....'Follow Me and the goal that has been set for you since the beginning will be reached by you on earth already. You have to make the effort to live a life of love which will bring you very close to the One Who is eternal love Himself. And if you now bear My life on earth in mind and for the sake of the act of Salvation appeal to Me for reinforcement of your will, you will also find it easy to live in love, for I will help you and constantly provide you with opportunities which enable you to live up to your will to love if you feel the urge to do so.My life on earth was only a practical application of selfless neighbourly love. And the result was the unification of the Father, the Eternal Love, with Me, so that I could use His strength and might, His light and wisdom like My own possession. I was permeated by His spirit, by His strength and by His light.... And thus everything was possible for Me since God Himself was working in Me. As a human being I demonstrated that it is not impossible to be filled by the divine spirit, that thus every human being is able to work the miracles and signs I performed, that the human being can shape himself such that he, as an image of God, can utilize all powers and thus also accomplish whatever he wants.Follow Me.... all of God's strength is at your disposal, He does not impose any restrictions on you, He gives without measure, and you may use everything He wants to impart because He loves you.... Follow Me.... live a life of selfless neighbourly love and you will become perfect and be able to constantly enjoy God's love and blessing. I speak to you as a human being, just as I walked on earth as a human being, Who equally had to attain divine strength through a life of love, and Who was also only able to accomplish the unification with the eternal Deity through love....I will show you the path which you only need to travel in order to then also recognise the truth of My Word. Let yourselves be urged by Me onto this path, don't offer Me any resistance, try to do kind-hearted deeds and your strength will increase, your will to love will be stimulated, for love itself is strength and if you practice it, whatever you give will also flow back to you again as strength.... Try it and let My Words touch your hearts, let yourselves be called by Me and follow Me.... I Am the voice in the wilderness of your life. Everything around you threatens to wither away if you don't irrigate the arid area with the divine flow of love.... if you don't develop all good instincts through love and increase the strength within you. Do not let My call go unheeded, take notice of it and bear in mind that I don't demand anything impossible from you, for I Myself as a human being had set an example for you as to what love and a human being's will are capable of achieving.... Follow Me, and you will be and remain blissfully happy for all eternity....AmenB.D. 4544— Published by friends of new revelations of God —Information, download of all translated revelations, theme-booklets at:http://www.bertha-dudde.info/english/index.htmlFree booklets for download, print and distribution:http://wordofgod.de/orhttp://www.berthadudde.de/download/down_in.php?nummer=15..... no copyright.... free to distribute to spiritual needy001 Who was Bertha Dudde002 God is still speaking today003 The Question of God004 The Christ Problem005 The Mystery of Man006 God's plan of salvation007 Love - The highest Commandment008/009 You between two worlds Part 1+2010 God answers our Questions about the universe011-013 Souls in the beyond 1 - 3014 Suffering and Healing - Why must I suffer?015 How can I become healthy016 False prophets017/18 God and the churches Part 1 + 2019 The church of Christ020 Incarnation - Re-Incarnations021 The Inner Voice022 The Right Kind of Prayer023 /024 Pre-Adamites + Adam025 Intellect - Knowledge - Realisation026 Thinking ability and Thoughts027/028 Freedom of will Part 1 + 2029 Belief - Disbelief - Superstition030 Body - Soul - Spirit031/032 Self-denial 1 + 2033 Spiritual rebirth034 Childship to God035 The Origin of Evil036 God's Intervention037 Sequence of the Catastrophe038 The Battle of Faith039 The Forerunner of the Lord040 The Antichrist042 The Rapture043 The Transformation of Earth044 New Banishment045 The New Earth050 Have the Last Days begun051 Thus it will come to pass052 God's proclamation to the dying world058 - 062 God corrects misguides teachings and errors 1 - 5064/065 Listen to the Inner Voice066 Jesus' promises 'The measure you give'067 The Adversary's Cunning and Trickery069 Fateful course of Life070a/b Return to God 1 + 2102 Correcting an Error about speaking in Tongues109 Predictions …. A world shaking natural desaster128 We are only guests on this earth144 Calm before the Storm152 Jesus Christ154 Great Events are often Foreshadowed220 Sola scriptura …. The Objection that the Word of God is concludedE01 God Himself beams the truth to earthE02 - 04 I will guide you into truth 1 - 3S01 Explanation, comfort and help for difficult daysS02 What will happen to the human raceS03-04 Information about distibuting the Word Part 1+2http://www.wordofgod.de/Homepage http://www.bertha-dudde.info/english/index.html
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A New Year

Posted by Rhonda Herring Dent on January 23, 2010 at 8:20pm
Here we are in January 2010, just days into a brand new year. Most of us have eaten too much, spent too much and are gladly welcoming another year and are sighing with relief. Our hearts are warm with the memories of baby Jesus’ birth and spending the holiday season with family members and friends. For those who live in the Washington, D.C. area, the snow was definitely an added memory to Christmas 2009! It was awesome, and I truly enjoyed staying home and getting some much needed rest. Now that we have celebrated the Holiday season and the birth of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, we look forward to a new year, a fresh attitude and hopes that this year will be the best year of our lives. And it can be. It can be because of our Father who gave His only Son, so that we may live a victorious life. We can look forward to all things good and perfect in Christ. The holidays are nice, and we love them, but after they are over and the new year comes in most of us reevaluate our lives, make our New Year resolutions and breathe.I am one of those evaluators and breathers, but I have not made any New Year’s resolutions; and I don’t remember making any last year. I have made a couple of mental notes in my mind to eat right and exercise, so that I can get back to my previous weight pre-Thanksgiving, Christmas, Holiday Parties, etc. That’s all. As for a New Year’s resolution list, I have not made one; and I do not have any plans to make one. I know that sounds untraditional, but it’s just that I do not want to set myself up for failure especially so early in the new year. Not to persuade anyone not to make a list, but I know that for many years I did, and it did not work out the way I anticipated it to work. My goals are to be in Him and allow Him to direct my every step. Not that I am super spiritual or so much deeper than anyone else, it’s just I’ve learned the hard way. I have learned in my life that everything I plan to do I do not, and those things I plan not to do I do. Paul sums it up in Romans 7:19 (King James Version Bible)-“For the good that I would I do not: but the evil which I would not, that I do.” I think Paul is basically summing up the life of a Christian.In Romans Chapter 7 Paul talks about the life of a Christian and the difference and disparity in the spirit and in the body (flesh). The body wants to rule, and just when we think we have everything under control we find that no matter how good the list of things are we eventually become slack in doing those things; and the few, if any, we do achieve, then we think that we did it in our own strength. The Bible talks about how weak our flesh is, and the war between the flesh and the spirit. The flesh rebels against the good things and desires the negative things. In order for us to have the strength to meet the resolutions and/or to live a disciplined life we have to deny the flesh and continue to ask God for strength and courage, after all we can make as many lists as we possibly can, but unless we press forward and seek God for His guidance we will just be giving lip service or in this example list service.It’s okay to make your list, check it twice or refer to the list as often as you need to; and maybe it will keep your focus. But for me, I know that I have to keep my focus on God to do the things I need to do in 2010. I’ve made so many lists in the past, and I know that it doesn’t work for me, as a matter of fact it seems like a lot of extra pressure; and if I accomplish even one thing on the list, I am afraid that my flesh might try to take credit for it. New Year’s resolution or not, let us live one day at a time; and rely on God to direct our steps. He knows what we need and what we ought to do in every aspect of our lives to live a healthy, faithful, obedient and victorious life.If you want to have a victorious 2010, then let me share with you how to live victorious this year. Victorious living is effectively using your abilities to do God’s work, to serve Him, love others and to spread the good news of hope, healing and reconciliation. As a victorious Christian in this very hopeful new year, we are responsible for renewing our mind, changing how we think, how we act and react, changing what we think about, what we watch, what we say and don’t say, changing our attitude, our gratitude, our priorities and to live by God’s standards; and when we don’t, we need to ask for forgiveness. All in all, when we reflect back on the past year we can see where we excelled and were we fell short. There is nothing wrong with looking back and reflecting as long as we press forward and connect the dots. All dots should inevitably lead to Jesus. Have a wonderful, victorious New Year’s Day and 2010 in Christ!“Grace be with all them that love our Lord Jesus Christ in sincerity. Amen” (Ephesians 6:24, KJV.)
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Have You Ever Seen A Dead Man Angry?

Posted by Hardin Monie on January 18, 2010 at 7:15pm
This is an article written by a dead man after he realise he was dead. It was written to all those who are still alive to themselves.If you want to be delivered from you, read on.If you want to be mortified instead of edified, read on.If you think the way up is down, read on.For all those who are still hiding themselves from themselves, less at the sight of themselves they sickned themselves.I urge you to change your name to Mr./Mrs. Pride and your address to 123 Destruction Ave. Going Nowhere,? 00000Have you ever seen a dead man angry?Have you ever heard a dead man complain?Have you ever heard a dead man say, "I can't do this?"Have you ever seen a dead man put himself first?Are you more concern about yourself than others?Then you haven't died yet.Are you more concern about making money than making friends?Then you haven't died yet.Are you more concern about getting what you want then helping others get what they want?Then you haven't died yet.Do you get angry when your dowline don't produce or order for the month?Then you haven't died yet.Are you spending more time on your MLM than your FAMILY?Then you haven't died yet.Are you offering a product than a solution?Then you haven't died yet.Are you working on being rich than being better?Then you haven't died yet.Is your favorite holiday your birthday?Then you haven't died yet.If you ask the mirror on the wallwho is the fairest of them allWill it replyMe, Myself, and I?Then you have'nt died yet.***** I wrote this because I'm dead. You are reading this because maybe you are dying.*****I keep my friends rather they join my program or not.Because I'm dead to my feelings.I don't jump on every new hot deal that comes along.Because I'm dead to my impulses.I own things, but things don't own me.Because I'm dead to my possession.Put others first and myself last.Because I'm dead to pride.Except a seed fall into the ground and die, it abide alone: but if it die, it bringeth forth much fruit.Have you died yet?To all who read this, may your ego rest in peace.Sincerely yours,HardinA dead man
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Giving Does Not Always Equal Money -

Posted by Jessica Little on December 24, 2009 at 6:00pm
Friends...My "Little" story...Needless to say, that this time of year, holds many challenges for everyone who embraces as well as for those who may not. Being a single mother of three teenagers and one pre-teen, presents it's own set of challenges, which are sometimes difficult for persons who are not in similar situations, to understand. Overwhelmed, would be one word that describes how I feel. Three words would be OBE... Overcome By Events...The pressures of the expectations that are placed upon all parents can make fools of us all, if allowed to run unchecked... Sometimes, it takes a something as simple as a walk, to put things back into balance again.I was feeling a bit low, as I left work the other day, feeling sorry for myself for a number of reasons. I could insert a number of causes after the word "because". The halls seemed to grow longer and longer, the closer I got to the outter door... It didn't matter, because I was deep in the doldrums... or so I thought. As I got closer to the door, I put on my gloves and secured my scarf, while noticing a person who exited a little before I did. Seems like a long blur up to that point. I walked outside and tested the air, as to have a sense of how tightly I should wrap my scarf.There were so many people buzzing in and out of the doors, that I had to stand off to the side, in order to finish wrapping my scarf. If I didn't, I felt that I may have gotten trampled. I apparently, was not alone.The same person, who exited the doors a little ahead of me, was against the railing on the other side. She appeared to be having some difficulty in traversing the walkway. I continued tying my scarf, but couldn't help but notice that it appeared as if she were speaking. Barely above a whisper, but still speaking. People that were right beside her, kept going... Seemingly at a faster pace than before. She even reached out. Some persons even brushed by her hand, as she had it extended... I'm like saying to myself.. "It's as if no one else sees her"..... "I believe she's talking to me"... Now mind you, she couldn't have seen me, because she was blind. Or did she?I felt as if I were crossing Broadway during rush hour. For those of you who knows what it's like in New York City, you understand. As I got closer to her, as to not startle her, in my normal speaking voice, I said, "Excuse me, but I could help but notice that you were speaking. I apologize, but I couldn't hear what you said. Could you repeat it for me?". With a relieved look on her face, she said.."Yes... I was asking if all the ice had been cleared from the parking lot?". I told her, "It's mostly cleared". Now for those of us, who have sight, this is not an issue. You just simply walk around the ice or snow. But to a person who is vision impaired, that is not very comforting. Sensing that she needed help, I asked her, "Where are you going?". She said, that she was going to the Vistor's Center. I told her, "I'm going that way, because my car is beyond that building." The next question changed the entire view of the day, which I felt was on it's way downhill. She asked, "Could you help me?"... My soul rejoiced... "Of course I can", was my reply...I offered her my elbow and we set out. Walking at a more careful gate than normal, we talked some, exchanging names and making small talk. I was able to alert her to changes in the landscape, so that she could prepare herself. It was cold outside, but not windy, so it was a very pleasant walk. After reaching the Visitor's center, we walked up the ramp. I asked her which part of the center she wanted to go to. Upon reaching the door, she told me, "I think I can make it the rest of the way". My heart smiled.. We said our goodbye's by name and parted company. There was a man, who held the door open for us, who watched her as she left. He then turned his attention to me, looking at me as if he had seen a ghost. I found that amusing.To me, that walk symbolizes what we should be about during this season and all seasons. But especially now. Although she was physically limited by her vision, I was blinded by my state of being, others blinded by their haste. Although she asked for help, quite honestly, I was the one who really needed it. In the midst of my chaotic life, hearing her voice, which was barely above a whisper, lifted my burdens and helped me to turn around. She helped me to take a step away from the valley of despair I was sinking into, giving me a renewed sense of purpose, and a more peaceful state of being.Take the Time to Care!Have a Safe and Peaceful Holiday Season!!!
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Gospel Synergy Dec. Issue Now Avaiable!

Posted by Andr'e L. Carter on December 17, 2009 at 7:40pm
Good News...The December issue of Gospel Synergy Magazine is now available this is your invitation to sign up for your free subscription Cover Story features John "The Minister" Butler from Washington DC... This is the opportunity for all independent gospel artist to order their copy of "So You Wanna Be Music Star" DVD... Now is the time to make your plans for 2010 to increase your music ministry online...Join us daily for the best mix of gospel music online for the month of December Synergy1Radio Chicago's #1 Gospel Internet Station has added 200 plus Christmas Classics featuring gospel & secular artist for your listening pleasure when ever you are online... Come and enjoy the best music of your life when ever you are online. Links below...2009 has been a phenomenal year and we are looking at great things taking place in 2010... Now is the time to consider advertising your products and services in GSM Media kit provided up on request! The key to success is to "Never Give Up" He Just keeps on Blessin Me and That's for real!Andr'e L. Carter 708-272-6640Editor/Program Directorwww.gospelsynergy.comSynergy1Radio click here to listenhttp://www.live365.com/stations/synergy1radio?site=proGospel Music Downloadswww.gospelswap.com
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HEY PAPI PROMOTIONS was chosen to lead marketing & promotions for the 25th Annual Stellar Awards Kick Off Reception

Posted by Mr. Shawn Papi on November 21, 2009 at 7:00pm

HEY PAPI PROMOTIONS has been chosen to do the lead marketing & promotions for the 25th Annual Stellar Awards. If you don't know this is the premier Gospel event that recognizes and honors African American artists. This one of a kind award show has showcased top Gospel artists and many television and film stars.

Stellar Gospel Music Awards Celebrate 25 Years of Honoring the Biggest and Brightness in Gospel Music.
Kirk Franklin, Donnie McClurkin and Vicki Winans to Host the Event to be Held in the City of Nashville for the 5th Year. HEY PAPI PROMOTIONS will serve as the Premier Promoter for VESSELVIBEmag.com's "Official" Pre-Stellar Awards Kick Off "Urban Gear Reception" in honor of the 25th Anniversary of the Stellar Awards! More information and details of this event can be found at the website http://www.thestellarawards.com


SO LISTEN OUT ON THE NEWS, RADIO, TELEVISION AND STREETS FOR THIS EVENT AND HOPE TO SEE YOU IN NASHVILLE, TN.
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Debut Gospel CD from The Sons of Harmony "Working On A Building"

Posted by Just Being Blessed Quartet on November 7, 2009 at 8:56am
Local a cappella group releases debut albumBALTIMORE, Md. – In a true meeting of traditional and contemporary gospel, local music group, The Sons of Harmony, are releasing their debut album nationwide! “Working on a Building” will be a new hit for fans of The Highway QC's or The Soul Stirrers.Produced by Tate Music Group, the album includes eight original songs. “Working on a Building” is currently available nationwide at the iTunes Store, CDBaby.com, or directly from TateMusicGroup.com.The original members of the group formed The Sons of Harmony in the summer of 1999 while in drug and alcohol rehabilitation in Baltimore, Md. They became known for their a cappella style singing among their peers. They have performed with the lik. es of The Gospel Keynotes, The Fantastic Violnaires and Lil David & The Bells of Joy. In 2007, they won the Fred Newsome Award for “Best A Cappella Group of the Year.” In a decade, The Sons of Harmony have completely transformed their lives. Through their music, they hope that others may experience the same thing. The Sons of Harmony’s Electronic Press Kit, with music samples and contact information, can be accessed here: http://www.tatemusicgroup.com/epk/?id=9371
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Check out LONNIE HUNTER the Midday “Personality” For DC’s Inspirational Station WPRS-FM (Praise 104.1)

Posted by Mr. Shawn Papi on September 29, 2009 at 8:00pm

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LONNIE HUNTER
The Midday “Personality” For DC’s Inspirational Station
WPRS-FM (Praise 104.1)

WASHINGTON, DC--Radio One Inc. Inspirational Station WPRS-FM (Praise 104.1) has hired Syndicated Radio Personality (Lonnie Hunter) as the New (Midday Host) weekdays from 10a-2p.

Hunter is already well-known in the gospel music world. He is a stellar nominated singer, producer and host of "Real Christian Radio" on Radio One’s Praise 103.9 FM in (Philadelphia) and Praise 100.9 FM in (Charlotte, NC) "DC is one of the premier markets in gospel music. I consider it a blessing, honor and privilege to be welcomed into the incredible (Praise 104.1 family)." said Hunter.

According to Elroy Smith, Inspiration Format Director & Operations Director of Radio One-Philadelphia Hunter has the "it" factor, "One listen to him and you are hooked. He will be an incredible addition to the (Praise 104.1 family), said Smith.

Kathy Brown Operations Manager for Radio One Washington, DC agrees, "We are excited to have Lonnie join the Praise 104.1 family. His gospel knowledge and passion is exactly what we need on Praise."

Hunter also serves as Pastor of Worship at the 23,000 member mega church Bethany Baptist Church where Bishop David G. Evans is the Senior Pastor. Husband, father, mentor, artist and business man, Lonnie Hunter lives by Phil. 4:13 "I can do all things through Christ that strengthens me."

About Radio One: Radio One, Inc.(www.radio-one.com) is one of the nation's largest radio broadcasting companies and the largest radio broadcasting company that primarily targets African-American and urban listeners. Pro forma for recently announced transactions, Radio One owns and/or operates 53 radio stations located in 16 urban markets in the United States. Additionally, Radio One owns Magazine One, Inc. (d/b/a Giant Magazine) (www.giantmag.com), interests in TV One, LLC (www.tvoneonline.com), a cable/satellite network programming primarily to African-Americans and Reach Media, Inc. (www.blackamericaweb.com), owner of the Tom Joyner Morning Show and other businesses associated with Tom Joyner.

To schedule an interview with Lonnie Hunter, contact Elroy Smith at 610-276-1080 or elroysmith@radio-one.com

 

Lonnie Hunter 2010 )2_
Please visit The Lonnie Hunter Show at: http://thelonniehuntershow.com
Radio Air Time is Mon-Fri 10-2pm

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The Flu Shot is your best protection from the flu

Posted by Cecil H. Doggette on November 30, 1999 at 12:00pm

 

 

medicare dot gov

The flu shot is your best protection from the flu

Now's the time to get your flu shot. The flu shot is covered for people with Medicare from providers that accept Medicare or your Medicare plan. You can safely get a flu vaccine at your doctor's office, pharmacy, or other local provider. 

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The flu can be very serious for people who are 65 years and older. A flu shot is your best protection from getting and spreading the virus. Getting the shot can help you stay healthy and, if you do get sick with the flu, your symptoms likely won't be as bad or last as long.

All places offering flu shots should be following CDC guidance to ensure you have a safe place to get vaccinated. This includes that patients wear a face covering and maintain social distance in areas like waiting rooms. Visit CDC.gov for more information on how to safely get your flu vaccine during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Sincerely,

The Medicare Team

 

 

Kindest regards,

 

Felicia Verrett, M.S., FAC-COR II

Office of Communications

Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services

7500 Security Blvd.

Baltimore, MD. 21244

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