Independently Independent – Yet Dependent
“He whom the Son has set free, is free indeed.” John 8:36
In America tomorrow many will be celebrating a holiday entitled Independence Day. This year, the holiday celebrations will embrace several of the Pre-
I’ve Got To Get Out of My Comfort Zone…
So, I’ll Get Out Of The Boat….But Stand On The Rock!
There have been quite a few popular books published recently expounding on the concept of getting out of the boat. However today, we are going to “kick it u
Nip It In The Bud……
And Say “No Stubble Here”!
“Give us this day our DAILY bread” Matthew 6:11
Today I would like reflect to an advertisement that I had observed from a well-known razor company. The ad featured a picture of a young couple embracing on
Who or What is Your Strong Tower?
“The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous man runs into it and is safe.” Proverbs 18:10
Although we might not realize it, we all have a strong tower. Our strong tower can be identified by the stronghold
Transitioned for Transformation
If change is to be effective, relevant and complete, it must occur in our minds. Therefore, if I haven’t altered my thoughts, opinions and ideas concerning a certain matter, then my actions will not produce a perman
The Undercurrents Have Shifted…. Have You?
“ All these are but the beginning of the birth pains”. Matthew 24:8
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One of the benchmarks that many theologians have used for decades as the verification of God’s “plum line” is nature. We c
Three Words That Will Ensure Your Advancement:
Encourage, Enlighten, Empowered
“Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus….” Philippians 2:5a
During my prayer time one morning, I heard these three words: ENCOURAGE, ENLIGHTEN, and EMPOWER
I’m Still The Legal Heir
Read: II Samuel 4:4 & II Samuel 9
One of my favorite writings from the Bible is found in II Samuel 9. This story is about a boy named Mephibosheth. I don’t have the time to relay the entire story…. But, the bottom line is th
God is Still Molding You….
Little By Little….Bit By Bit
“The LORD will perfect that which concerns me;” Psalm 138:8
(Excerpts from a lecture that I had presented; please contact me if you desire to read it in its entirety)
Consider a wood carver (c
Why The Clutter????
Have you ever taken the time to consider why you feel the need to keep in your possession all of the items that you are not readily using? No doubt most of us have a collection of items that we aren’t using. The question is, “Wh
Is Your Voice Missing?
“… let us offer the sacrifice of praise to God continually, that is, the fruit of our lips giving thanks to his name.” Hebrews 13:15
Have you ever been in a location and heard the voice of someone call your name? Without even
H.O.P.E
“And now, Lord, what wait I for? my hope is in thee.” Psalm 39:7
I must always remember that: God is committed; (via His promises) - TO me.
He has made a covenant - WITH me.
His love has provided a covering - FOR me.
Therefore when I unders
What Are You Attracting?
“And I, if I be lifted up from the earth, will draw all men unto me.” John 12:32
About 20 years ago, I had heard about a young man who had an implant of a small magnet into his finger. Now, at that time this was a relatively r
Unshackled!
Moving From Fetters to Freedom
Let the high praises of God be in their mouth, And a two-edged sword in their hand, To execute vengeance on the nations, And punishment on the peoples, To bind their kings with chains, And their nobles with
Don’t Forget! Walk in Integrity …
And she made a vow, saying, “Lord Almighty, if you will,…… then I will …..” I Samuel 1:11
The Bible has an array of illustrations regarding people who have asked the Lord for something in a time of distress or gre
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And Nothing Shall Offend You!
“Great peace have they which love thy law; and nothing shall offend them.” Psalm 119:165
Today’s verse for meditation was my dad’s (The Late Bishop John C. Hackney) favorite and life ver
Settle Your Spirit…. And
Have Patience in the Hallway
Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer. Romans 12:12
There are times when God has chosen to display His attribute of “silence”. Now, although this character quality isn’t
Are You REALLY Walking As A Soldier Made to Endure?!!
“So Let Us Not Be Weary….
We Will Reap –If We Don’t Quit”
“So let’s not allow ourselves to get fatigued doing good. At the right time we will harvest a good crop if we don’t give up, or quit.” G
Because I’m In A New Place …
I Must Reestablish My Optic Restraints
“The eyes of your understanding being enlightened;……” Ephesians 1:18
One of the most undetectable hindering forces in our Christian walk is the lack of our ability to “see” our world
…Because I Am Positioned For Wealth….
I Must Create An Atmosphere of Excellence
“Then this Daniel became distinguished above all the other presidents and satraps, because an excellent spirit was in him. And the king planned to set him over the whole
