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cation,
we will
be lost
without
HIM. In praying to God we are
brought into a close fellowship,
a close relationship with Him.
We are admitting that we need
Him and depend solely upon
Him for all of our needs. Of
course, we all know that work
is a huge part of our day, but
our relationship with God en-
compasses all parts of our
lives. I am suggesting that we
look at all aspects of our lives
and use every moment to stay
in contact with our Lord.
I have discovered that when
we are at work, people have a
tendency to ―tick us off‖ and
make us forget that we are
Children of God. Yes, I know
this never happens to some
people, but I have to be honest,
it has happened to me. He is
not through with me yet!
Min. A.A
Sometimes as Christians we
forget that we serve God 24
hours a day, 7 days a week,
and 365 days a year. Serving
God is not just a SUNDAY thing!
I believe that when Monday
morning arrives, we must be
reminded during our drive to
work, and during our day, that
God must be in our hearts, our
minds, and our actions.
Listed below are some ways
to get through your work day
with God:
1) Each morning when you
wake ask God to help you
through your day.
2) When you are stuck in
traffic on your way to
work—ask God to give you
patience.
3) You have finally arrived—
thank God for bringing you
safely to your destination.
4) You did your best on an
important project –still the
manager is not satisfied—
ask God to help you to be
humble during this situat
ion.
5) Lunchtime—Perfect! Thank
God for getting you half-
way through the day.
6) A Co-worker has offended
you in some way—ask God
to help you to turn the
other cheek.
7) Finally, the day is over—
thank God for getting you
through this day.
8) Stuck in traffic—again!
Take time to review your
day—look at your self. Look
for things that you can do
to improve yourself, to
create a better relation-
ship with God and others!
As you can see, the key to
keeping God in your life at work
is prayer. Prayer is that critical
communication between God
and us. Without this communi-
The Twenty Four Hour God
Visionary “Good News” Gazette Visionary Christian Ministries
HAPPY NEW YEAR! January/February 2012
Volume 1, Issue 11
Inside this issue:
Wisdom From Annie 2
Prayer for Jan/Feb 3
Bible Trivia 4
Martha’s Christian
Journey
5
CrossWord 6
Prayer for Loved
Ones
10
Something to
Ponder
Teen Scene
11
12
Edisto Beach Baptist Church (843) 869-2662, 414 Jungle Rd Allen AME Church (843) 869-3715, 8060 Botany Bay Catholic Church-St. Frederic (843) 869-0124, 544 Hwy 174 United Church of Christ (843) 869-9202, 209 Lily St.
Presbyterian on Edisto (843) 869-2326, 2164 Hwy 174 Zion Reformed Episcopal Church (843) 753-2273, Hwy 174 Edisto Island Commu-nity Church (843) 869-4216, 908 Hwy 174 Edisto Island Methodist Church (843)869-3456, 3319 Palmetto Rd
Calvary AME Church (843) 869-3672, 8321 Pine Landing Rd Greater Galilee Church of Our Lord (843) 869-1138, 8006 Steamboat Landing Road Bethel AME (843) 869-1961, 945 Highway 174 New First Baptist 803-869-2432, Hwy 174
Trinity Episcopal Church (803)869-3568, 1589 Hwy 174 Edisto Presbyterian USA 843) 869-2300, 1890 Hwy 174 Mount Olive Baptist (843) 869-0990, 2779 Hwy 174 Bethlehem Church (843)577-5521, 8017 Pt. of Pines Rd
Worship Places on Edisto Island
Life I am the new year.
I am an unspoiled page in your book of time.
I am your next chance at the art of living.
I am your opportunity to practice what you have learned about life during the last twelve months.
All that you sought and didn't find is hidden in me,
waiting for you to search it out with more determination.
All the good that you tried for and didn't achieve
is mine to grant when you have fewer conflicting desires.
All that you dreamed but didn't dare to do, all that you hoped but did not will,
all the faith that you claimed but did not have --
these slumber lightly, waiting to be awakened
by the touch of a strong purpose.
I am your opportunity
to renew your allegiance to Him who said, "behold, I make all things new."
I am the new year.
POETRY — Life I AM THE NEW YEAR - Author Unknown
You may not "carrot" all for me
The way I care for you.
You may "turnip" your nose
When I plead with you
But if your "heart" should "beet" with mine
Forever "lettuce" hope
There is no reason in the world
Why we two "Cantaloupe."
POETRY — Veggie Valentine - Author Unknown
To All People, especially 50+! Water! To all of you who hate the taste of water, lemon/orange slices could be added to enhance the taste. Just 8 to10 ounces of water is required on a daily basis. I believe other liquids such as, coffee, tea, and juices are included in this requirement. We should drink enough wa-ter to prevent our bodies from becoming dehydrated. The lack of water looks like the following: No water = dehy-dration. If we do not drink enough water, we may encounter short term memory, and tired-
ness. When we drink water, we may 1)help curb appetites, 2) help slim waist lines, and 3) help the body to metabo-lize stored fat. If we do not drink enough water, fat deposits may in-crease. I have not seen this product (zelo water), but I heard that it has a lot of nutri-ent hydration. This is very important to our well being. VITAMIN C is another im-portant nutrient needed for our bodies. As you know, the cold/flu season is just around the corner. Vitamin C helps maintain our immune system, contributes to the natural pro-
duction of collagen, helps protect the body from cardio vascular disease, acts as antioxidant, and helps in the fighting of cancer causing free radicals. Please do your research! I TRUST THIS INFORMA-TION WAS HELPFUL! AS ALWAYS, PLEASE CHECK WITH YOUR DOC-TOR FOR GUIDANCE. Have a joyous holiday and a safe new year! God Bless! Love, Annie
Wisdom From Annie
Page 2 Visionary “Good
Cantaloupe
Love!
We should
drink enough
water to pre-
vent our bodies
from becoming
dehydrated.
How Do I Get into Heaven?
A teacher asked the children in her Sunday School class,
"If I sold my house and my car, had a big garage sale
and gave all my money to the church, would I get into
heaven?"
"NO!" the children all answered.
"If I cleaned the church every day, mowed the yard,
and kept everything neat and tidy, would I get into heaven?"
Again, the answer was "NO!"
"Well," she continued, "then how can I get to heaven?"
In the back of the room, a five-year-old boy shouted out,
"You gotta be dead!"
Anonymous
HUMOR
PRAYER FOR January/February
for nothing in return; and
your reward will be great,
and you will be sons of the
Most High, for He is kind
to the unthankful and evil.”
Help us to remember the
tender mercies that you
show to us when we don’t
do all that you ask of us.
Let us show that mercy to
our enemies.
Give us the grace Father
to love those who are not
loveable knowing that it
will please you, that we are
being obedient to your
Word and that we will reap
in due season, if we don’t
faint.
We thank you Father for
being the author and fin-
isher of our faith. We love
you! In Jesus name we ask
all these things. Amen!
Sister S.J.
Dear Heavenly Father,
We thank you right
now for all that you have
done in our lives! Thank
you, most of all, for your
Dear Son Jesus, the Christ,
who sacrificed his life so
we can live. Help us Fa-
ther to remember who we
are in you and that our
lives belong to you.
Help us Heavenly Fa-
ther to walk after your will
and ways, and to also dis-
play the fruits of the spirit.
So when men look at our
lives, they will see our
light, and our display of
love, joy, peace, longsuf-
fering, kindness, goodness,
faithfulness.
Help us to do as your
word says in Luke 6:35,
“But love your enemies ,
do good, and lend, hoping
Volume 1, Issue 11
“Help us
Heavenly
Father to
walk after
your will
and your
ways . . . “
Page 3
What is the beginning of knowledge? _______________________________
The lips of a strange woman drop as _____________________________.
―Go to the ant , thou sluggard;‖ because she __________________________________.
―As an ox goes to slaughter,‖ so goes the ____________________________________.
Wisdom, says the ninth chapter, hath ________________________________________.
―The destruction of the poor‖ is their _________________________________________.
The ransom of a man’s life are his ___________________________________________.
Wealth gotten by vanity __________________________________________________.
He that spareth his rod _________________________________________________.
A ―soft‖ answer turneth away ____________________________________________.
Bible Trivia Proverbs
Page 4 Visionary “Good
Are you
smarter
than your
Sunday
School
teacher?
Glory II Glory
Well, it's 2012 and we made it through all of the obstacles, attacks, and plots of the enemy.
What about the self-inflicted wounds we have caused to ourselves? I'm in a place of healing,
where I am looking at the real reason why I have been stagnate in my pursuit of my dreams. So
many times, we want to rebuke the devil and people, but we don't look at ourselves as being the
problem or hindrance to our future.
Are we doing all that we can do? Are our hands busy with working at achieving our des-
tiny? Can we say in all honesty that we have given God our best? I can truly say - no, but I vow
to be more committed in my love walk with Him, my husband, and my children. I vow to be
more committed in my endeavors as a writer and I will no longer make excuses. Let's get out of
our own way and get to work!
Sis. D. M
If you are smart like your Sun-day School teacher, then you know not to believe the 2012
gibberish! No one knows the day nor the hour of Christ’s return.
Not even Christ himself!
1) Jesus is Alive—Josh Wilson
2) The Heart of Christmas—
Matthew West
3) Strong Enough To Save-
Tenth Avenue North
4) Courageous– Casting
Crowns
5) Lift Me Up-The Afters
6) My Hope is in You-Aaron
Shust
7) Deck the Halls-Tenth Ave-
nue North
8) Do Everything-Steven Cur-
tis Chapman
9) Fall Apart-Josh Wilson
10) Remind Me Who I Am-
Jason Gray
MUSIC
CHRISTIAN GOSPEL
Martha’s Christian Journey—Short Story—Series 6
He talked about the drinking
that Kathleen hid from the
world, but not from him. Mark
talked about her unwillingness
to be loving and intimate to-
wards him.
He went on to say that he did
not want to use those things as
and excuse. Nevertheless, he
was at a lost as to what he
should do when he cannot be
with his wife. Kathleen began to
cry and asked her husband to
forgive her. Mark went on to say
that he went to the Greater
Samaritan Full Gospel Church
and spoke with Reverend
Smotty.
Kathleen was surprised.
Mark told her that he accepted
Jesus Christ as his Lord and
Savior.
Will continue in March’s issue!
Min. A.A.
Mark’s sudden return star-
tled Martha and Kathleen. Im-
mediately, Kathleen lit into her
husband. She began to yell and
swing at him uncontrollably.
Mark defended himself by
blocking her swings, but he did
not retaliate. He waited quietly
until she calmed down.
It was then that Mark spoke.
He asked Martha to forgive him
for his actions. Mark began to
cry. He got down on his knees
and bowed his head to the floor
and asked for her forgiveness.
Martha tearfully accepted his
apology and forgave him. She
helped him up and left the
room so the couple to talk.
By now, Kathleen was on the
bed. Mark went and sat by his
wife. He begged her for forgive-
ness. Kathleen asked why he
would do such a thing. Mark
began to talk about their lack of
relations for the past few years.
Volume 1, Issue 11
“He got down
on his knees
and bowed his
head to the
floor and
asked for her
forgiveness.”
Page 5
1) In The Middle-Isaac Caree
2) I Need Your Glory—Earnest
Pugh
3) Spiritual—Donald Lawrence
4) Still Able-James Fortune & FIYA
5) Be Still-Yolanda Adams
6) I Hear the Sound-Maurette
Brown Clark
7) I Smile-Kirk Franklin
8) I Won’t Go Back-William
McDowell
9) One More Time-Zacardi Cortez
10) Nobody Greater-VaShawn
Mitchell
Page 6 Visionary “Good
CROSS WORD Happy New Year - 2012!
I I G S E I T I N U T R O P P O K U
V F O U L J E S U S J D P R A Y E R
F X D I L X N P E D A E B R W R R E
O C F N Q F G E C P I X S H Z V N E
R E L S F L J I N L Q F O U W R S S
G C Z O O J I W A Q B L F C S U F B
I Q J V S V P W H N Y B H E R U C Y
V S E W S E E X C U E A N R R Q Q K
E S J F S N R F J C N E E V D E U T
N S E D E G D V A G W N T L Q V N P
E R L R N T W E E C D S M D Y F E T
S G G D I E P S U E R D O N V G N I
S K B F P K K L R T V L R E T T E B
A C C E P T A N C E D S M A E R D L
S F Y F A S P I R I T L M A R W X L
ACCEPTANCE
FRIENDS
OLD
BETTER
GOD
OPPORTUNI-
TIES
CHANCE
HAPPINESS
PEACE
CHANGES
HOLY
LIFE
SALVATION
DREAMS
LOVE
SPIRIT
FORGIVENESS
NEW
SURRENDER
RENEWAL
DIFFERENT
PRAYER
CLOSER
As Christians, we
may find ourselves fac-
ing some turbulence
when it concerns who to
call “friend” and who to
dub “associate”, and for
good reason.
The Word speaks
about being unequally
yoked in 2 Corinthians
6:14, and many times it
is considered to be a
verse referring to mar-
riage, but what about
your relationships with
friends?
So often we find our-
selves in positions where
we have to judge
whether or not a person
is truly out for our best
interest or their own. It
can be difficult, once
one has become a true
believer to remove them-
selves from certain rela-
tionships that may hin-
der the most important
relationship of their lives
--their relationship with
God. However, the
Word also says that once
a person is in Christ, he
is a new person, a new
creation, and that all old
things are passed away.
This should include any-
thing that we have been
convicted to let go of.
Alternatively, there are
instances when God has
us remain in friendships
so that we can become
influential in that per-
son's life (even if only
for a season) to encour-
age them to come to
Christ by being exam-
ples of Christ's love. Je-
sus had people who He
trusted and held near and
dear to Himself, one of
which famously betrayed
Him, (Judas Iscariot),
proof that not everyone
who claims to be a
friend, is indeed your
friend. Because we know
that these types of peo-
ple exist, would this give
us justification to com-
pletely cut them off to
the point of treating
them unkindly and
harshly? Obviously not.
1 Corinthians 13 tells us
that love is something
that NEVER fails and
that we are nothing if
have not love for one
another. At the same
time, we should exercise
caution and use discern-
ment when we are
choosing friends for our-
selves. God is the only
one who can see what
effects the decisions that
we make will have on
our future.
Our trust should remain
with Him first and fore-
most, for He is the only
truthful and reliable
Friend that we can ever
ask for.
Sister B.A.J
22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy,
peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness,
faithfulness, 23
gentleness and self-control.
Against such things there is no law.
Inspirational Message
Fruits of the Spirit
Volume 1, Issue 11
“...the Word
also says that
once a person
is in Christ, he
is a new
person, a new
creation, and
that all old
things are
passed away. “
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Edisto Island
We are Ringing In 2012 for Jesus!
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Some say Judgment Day
is May 21st or October 21st,
or December 2012. The Bi-
ble says, ―No one knows the
day nor the hour when Christ
returns.‖ This, I believe,
stands true today. Instead of
worrying about the date, we
should focus on whether or
not we are prepared for the
return. Too many of us must
make changes that will put
us in a position to be worthy
of Christ’s return. Are we
ready? Have we repented
and asked for God’s mercy
for the sins we have commit-
ted?
Will you be one of those
staying behind after the
Rapture? Have you accepted
Christ? This should be our
concern, instead of the date.
The date should be the least
of your worries. If God
wanted us to know the date,
he would have put it in the
Bible with everything else He
placed in there for us to live
by. There are some things
God did not want us to
know. Obviously the date of
Jesus’ return is one of them.
There are people predicting
the date and as a result,
people have been selling
their possessions. When the
predicted date does not ma-
terialize, those people are
left with nothing. One organi-
zation, which will remain
nameless in this newsletter,
has an estimated worth of
$18,000,000.00. If the or-
ganization is predicting the
end of the world, why would
they need millions of dol-
lars?
"Study to shew (show)
thyself (yourself) approved
unto God, a workman that
needeth not to be ashamed,
rightly dividing the word of
truth" 2nd Timothy 2:15 -
KJV. This verse simply
means that we should read
and study the Bible. This
process will allow us to not
be fooled by the wiles of the
devil. Reading for yourself
will allow God to help you to
understand and act upon His
directions and lessons in His
Word. Many people attend
church and wait for the
preacher to divulge the Word
of God. Unfortunately, it is
important that you read the
Word for yourself. Whether
you read or don’t read for
yourself, you are held ac-
countable. The excuse of not
knowing about the Word will
not be justifiable for God. I
am saying all of this to say
that if you read the Word, you
will know that not even Jesus
knows the date of His return.
So, lets focus on what we
do know. We know that Jesus
will return. We know God’s
expectations for our lives
based upon Bible principles.
We must live by those princi-
ples and be ready for when-
ever Jesus will return!
Min. A.A.
Repeat Article from July/August
issue.
Father, we know that our lives are not our own. We know that YOU are the Author and Finisher of all things.
It is for this reason Lord that we come to YOU because YOU have the POWER to HEAL. We put our
TRUST solely in YOU. It is YOU that we will acknowledge and allow YOU to direct our paths. We thank
YOU Lord for what YOU have done and for what YOU are about to do. Lord, we pray for healing for the
following individuals:
Lucille (Boxie) Knox — Boston
Brenda Albert—Louisiana
Carlin Davis—Louisiana
Albert Scott, Jr.—Louisiana
Cynthia Carter—Louisiana
Naye Jones—South Carolina
In Jesus’ Name! AMEN!
March 21st, October 21, or December 2012? What do you believe?
Prayer for Loved Ones
Volume 1, Issue 11
Are we
ready? Have
we repented
and asked
for God’s
mercy for the
sins we have
committed?
Page 10
Cure of two blind men (Matt 9:27-31)
Piece of money in the fish's mouth (Matt 17:24-27)
The deaf and dumb man (Mark 7:31-37)
The blind man of Bethsaida (Mark 8:22-26)
Jesus passes unseen through the crowd (Luke 4:28-30)
The miraculous draught of fishes (Luke 5:4-11)
The raising of the widow's son at Nain (Luke 7:11-18)
The woman with the spirit of infirmity (Luke 13:11-17)
The man with the dropsy (Luke 14:1-6)
The ten lepers (Luke 17:11-19)
The healing of Malchus (Luke 22:50-51)
Biblical Miracles
I was estranged from my
younger sibling for approxi-
mately a decade or more,
because of sin that was unto
me and me not being able to
forgive.
Approximately, a year
ago, I forgave everyone that
have hurt me and will hurt
me in the future … Matthew
18:21 states “Lord how often
should I forgive someone
who sins against me? The
answer is seven times.” Mat-
thew 18:22 states, “No! Jesus
replied, seventy times seven.”
That has set me free to
live a better life for Jesus.
Now, I am not angry every
time someone has sinned
against me. I wanted God to
forgive me for my sins. The
Bible says in Matthew 6:14-
15, “If you forgive those who
sin against you, your heav-
enly Father will forgive you.
But if you refuse to forgive
others, your father will not
forgive your sins.”
My sibling and I are now
talking on the phone. My
sibling has invited me to my
nieces and nephews baptism.
We broke bread together on
Thanksgiving Day and we
had a marvelous time.
We talked about what we are
thankful for. My sibling be-
gan to share what life has
been like in the past 20 years.
It was a life plagued with
trials, tribulations, and job-
lessness.
Initially, I was happy, but
then my feelings changed and
I started feeling sorry for my
sibling. I didn’t comprehend
how I could feel that way in
lure of the past circum-
stances, because I wanted my
sibling to get the big pay-
back. But God had it all fig-
ured out. His plan was bigger
than my mindset.
When they departed, I
told my sibling that I loved
him, I don’t recall what was
said, but it didn’t matter. I did
what thus said the Lord. Ac-
cording to Matthew 5:44,
“But I say, love your ene-
mies! Pray for those who
persecute you!” Further, Mat-
thew 5:45 says, “In that way,
you will be acting as true
children of your Father in
heaven.” At that moment, I
felt peace that surpassed all
understanding.
I did not think that my
sibling and I would ever
come together again. God is
an awesome God!! No prob-
lem is too big for him to re-
solve. Thank you Jesus!
Sister L.D.
Something to Ponder Miracle Worker
Page 11 Visionary “Good
“Initially, I was
happy, but
then my
feelings
changed and I
started feeling
sorry for my
sibling.”
Miracle
Working
Power!
Many people say that first
impressions are crucial when
you are meeting someone new
because that gives the person
a chance to figure out what
kind of person you are. The way
you talk, act, and dress are all
ways you can be perceived.
You could be one of the best
people in the world, but no one
will know that because your
actions show a different you.
Therefore, I want you to realize
that actions do speak louder
than words, so let your actions
speak your personality.
It is now 2012, this is a year
of renewal. Every minute that
you are not dead, is an oppor-
tunity to better yourself. If 2011
was not your best year, then
make this year different. As
they say with every new year
comes a new chance for re-
newal. So put on your best you
and make this year different!
Sister B.G.A.
TEEN SCENE THE WAY YOU TREAT OTHERS REFLECTS YOU
Drugs Spell Death
dure whatever problems that
you have. If money is what you
crave—with time, patience, and
perseverance, you will have the
funds that you need. There is
nothing like a good, honest job
to keep a person on the right
track.
You must understand that
anything received quickly will
not last! Looking for accep-
tance, surround yourself with
Christians your age—start study
groups, Bible classes and many
other wholesome activities that
will allow you to be a part of a
worthy group of people.
Remember Drugs spells
D-E-A-T-H!
What is it about drugs that
entices such young minds?
What is it about drugs that
sucks the life out of our youths?
What is it about drugs that
causes so many to turn to
crime?
Many say that it is an escape
from the problems of the world.
Others say, it is fast money, and
still others say, it is a feeling of
acceptance. What they don’t
know is that money from drugs
is dirty. This money has been
obtained from people who are
dying slow deaths as a result of
drug abuse. A feeling of accep-
tance? Why would a person
want to be accepted into a
group of people who are not
willing to use the intelligence
that God has given them? In-
stead, they are looking for an
easy way out!
Teenagers, if you are looking for
an escape from your problems—
escape into to the Bible—read
God’s Word—there you will find
peace and the strength to en-
Volume 1, Issue 11 Page 12
Why would a
person want to be
accepted into a
group of people
who are not willing
to use the
intelligence that
God has given
them?
A couple of days ago, I found
myself watching the House of
Payne, written and produced
by no other than, Tyler Perry.
In this episode, the young son
went off to college and was
attempting to join a sorority.
Well, things did not go as ex-
pected, in fact, he was about
to be suspended. After a
tongue-lashing from the fa-
ther, the young man was told
to ―fix‖ the problem he
caused. The young man told
the truth, and ultimately was
despised by his friends and
harassed by the people he
―ratted‖ on. As a result, he
decided that he would drop
out of his first year in college.
Well, dad informed him that
since he was a ―man‖ that
men worked and provided for
things. He let him know that
he needed the money for wa-
ter bill, light, and other items
by certain dates in the month.
Needless to say, I was
stunned.
This is not something that we
see today.
Letting Go
Today, parents are still treating
grown adults like they are still chil-
dren. Further, these grown adults
are still acting like children by con-
tinuing to call dad and mom when-
ever they are in a bind. To add to
this, the parents are bailing these
adults out because they are their
―children.‖ The cycle continues to
repeat and now, we have a genera-
tion of ―children‖ way up into their
30’s and more, still begging and
asking for help. What does this
teach them? When do parents let
go? When do ―children‖ grow up?
This episode of the House of
Payne was a true example of par-
enthood, at its best. A father must
teach a young boy to be a man, as
a mother teaches her young
daughter to be a woman. Tough
love brings about strong students
who learn to make decisions and
attack challenges on their own.
Now, I am not saying that a parent
should not provide advice, and
help, especially when an adult
child is attempting to help him or
herself. If the individual (s) are in
school and working towards a
goal, I do not have a problem with
that.
A gentle answer turns away
wrath, but a harsh word stirs up
anger (Proverbs 15:1).
He who walks with the wise
grows wise, but a companion of
fools suffers harm (Proverbs
13:20).
Put away perversity from your
mouth; keep corrupt talk far
from your lips (Proverbs 4:24).
Let another praise you, and not
your own mouth; someone
else, not your own lips
(Proverbs 27:2).
He who conceals his sins does
not prosper, but whoever con-
fesses and renounces the finds
mercy (Proverbs 28:13).
Honor your mother and father,
so that your days will be long in
the land your God is giving you
(Exodus 20:12).
But everything should be done
in a fitting and orderly way (1
Corinthians 14:40).
Be devoted to one another in
brotherly love. Honor one an-
other above yourselves
(Romans 12:10).
Hatred stirs up dissension, but
love covers over all wrongs
(Proverbs 10:12).
The way of a fool seems right to
him, but a wise man listens to
advice (Proverbs 12:14).
A generous man will prosper:
he who refreshes others will
himself be refreshed (Proverbs
11:25).
Bear with each other and for-
give whatever grievances you
may have against another.
Forgive as the Lord forgave you
(Colossians 3:13).
A heart at peace gives life to
the body, but envy rots the
body (Proverbs 14:30).
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The cycle
continues to
repeat and
now, we have a
generation of
“children” way
up into their
30’s and more
still begging
and asking for
help.
But what is the limit here?
What concerns me is when
these adult children are disre-
spectful, know everything, and
refuses to listen to the advice of
their parents. I have a problem
with adult children not taking on
the responsibility of their own
financial obligations. I do have a
problem with parents still pay-
ing obligations for adult children
who are in their 30’s and above.
When does it stop? When are
the apron strings cut? Is it out
of guilt? Is it for revenge? Why
would this continue? How does
this teach responsibility and
independence? Proverbs 22:6
states, ―Train up a child in the
way he should go: and when he
is old, he will not depart from
it.” This simply means that we
should teach our children the
foundation of values, morals,
the laws of right and wrong, etc.
When they are older they will
remember.
Parents must let go and give
their ―children‖ to God!
Min. A.A.
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Salvation! Is this your Eternal Goal? God desires for all of us to be saved. It is not His desire that any should perish. Nevertheless, He also gave us free
will. Our Father desires us to make the decision of following Him or not.
Have you made that decision? When you take your last breath where will you spend eternity? Will it be Heaven or
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Scriptures for Salvation
Romans 3:23 For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;
Romans 6:23 For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. John 1:12
But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name.
Revelation 3:20 Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to
him, and will sup with him, and he with me.
1 John 1:9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteous-
ness.
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