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The symbol for the early church in the early history of Christianity was the "boat." The church was understood as an"ark of salvation" carrying believers safely over the flood that destroys life. The earliest name of the Christian Church was "The Way." According to Owen C. Thomas in his book, entitle Introduction to Theology, the description of the church as the body of Christ appears only in Paul's letters, and it is his only image of the church, except of the olive tree in Romans 11. Bultmann said that the church exists only in the event of...
1 Timothy 6:12 "Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life, to which you were also called and have confessed the good confession in the presence of many witnesses." Oh, Beloved Fight the Good Fight of Faith! It is the only Fight worth fighting! It is the only Fight worth being in! When faced with adversaries, difficulties, challenges and defeats you must continue to FIGHT WITH YOUR FAITH! When disputes, arguments, disagreements and disappointments occur confront them by FIGHTING...
God is the Creator of Heaven, Earth, seas and all things that live. Jesus is the Son of God who came down from Heaven to teach men and women how to live before God and man and that we should love God and love one another. The church is God’s mouthpiece on Earth and where we congregate together to worship God and fellowship with one another. The church must be on one accord in worship and create jobs, build houses, help start businesses. Let us, God’s people begin a movement to take care of, teach, train and support one another. We can do all...
*Inspired by God through Mary Roggerson & Morning Day Prayer Ministries under the leadership of Pastor Kenneth Nolley, St. Mary Baptist Church Purpose: For all children to learn, pray and confess the Word of God. Goal: For all children to have an intimate relationship with God through prayer & His Word. PRAYING CHILDREN Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday Do not quench the Spirit. 1 Thessalonians 5:19 Prayer: Father, thank You for Your Word. I will not suppress or subdue the work of the Holy Spirit in my life. Nor will I hinder Him in the midst of...
Years ago, I saw a gorgeous hairstyle on a woman who worked in the same office building as my company was housed. Each morning I saw her I would admire her hairstyle. It was cut in a long bob and she would style it in many different ways. After a few months I decided I wanted to take the plunge and cut my hair too in a bob like hers, and asked her for her stylist’s information. After a consultation with her stylist, I pulled the trigger and had my hair cut. It was bad and looked nothing like I expected. I was so disappointed. I wanted to a...
*Inspired by God through Mary Roggerson & Morning Day Prayer Ministries under the leadership of Pastor Kenneth Nolley, St. Mary Baptist Church Purpose: For all children to learn, pray and confess the Word of God. Goal: For all children to have an intimate relationship with God through prayer & His Word. Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday The Lord brings the counsel of the nations to nothing; He makes the plans of the people of no effect. Psalm 33:10 Prayer: Father, I rejoice at Your Word that You bring the counsel of the nations to nothing. You...
Pastor Bob Dziadaszek and the men of Spiritual Harvest Worship Center 8th annual “Men Pursuing God” Men’s Conference on Saturday November 11, 9 a.m. The theme is “Walking as Jesus Walked,” based on 1 John 2:6. Guest speakers are: Pastor Charles Washington Path Restore Ministries, Monroe LA and Pastor Douglas Houston St. Mary Baptist Church, Ruston, LA. Men of this community are invited to join us and experience praise, refreshing fellowship with other men of God, and the power of God’s Word. Women are welcome, too. Information, spiritualha...
2 Corinthians 4:7 — 2 Corinthians 4:10 But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellence of the power may be of God and not of us. We are hard-pressed on every side, yet not crushed; we are perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed— always carrying about in the body the dying of the Lord Jesus, that the life of Jesus also may be manifested in our body.” (2 Corinthians .4.7-10.NKJV) Beloved BECAUSE HE LIVES!!! We can face all chall...
Play a Major Role in the Children’s Development Luke 2:52 tells of the boyhood of Jesus as He increased in widsdom and stature and in favor with God and man. Development is a four-fold process: (1) wisdom-mental; (2) stature - physical; (3) in favor with God; and (4) in favor with man - social. Parents must be greatly involved in the total development of their children. They must be active in the life of the children. A tremendous amount of emphasis must be placed on spiritual development...
First Missionary Baptist Church Monroe LA celebrated Homecoming Sunday October 8. Guest church was Mount Olivet Baptist Church, Monroe LA. Rev. O. W. Billups Jr. delivered the message. Bother Calvin Hunter gave the occasion/greetings. Keep therefore that the Lord thy God, he is God, the faithful God, which keepeth covenant and mercy with them that love him and keep his commandments to a thousand generations....
New Faith Missionary Baptist Church Monroe LA was the place to be at their 14th Church Anniversary recently. Rev. Leo Montgomery, Sr. and New Mount Ararat Baptist Church, Bastrop, LA were special guests. Pastor Lenard Montgomery had a "I Can't Help It Moment praising God for bringing he and his family from a mighty long way. The Lord handled the rest! Praise ye the Lord. Praise God is his sanctuary: praise Him in the firmament of His power. Fake people talk about other people being fake. Real...
We experience four seasons each year - fall, winter, spring, and summer. Each season has a distinctive purpose. The spring is the transition between cold and hot weather and most often brings rain, but the rain does not last long. After the rain, beautiful flowers begin to bloom and leaves begin to sprout on trees and bushes. The temperature is normally pleasant. The summer, like the spring brings beautiful flowers. The summer is the season in which you would see most people out enjoying the summer air on the beach or in the park. The...
Inspired by God through Mary Roggerson & Morning Day Prayer Ministries under the leadership of Pastor Kenneth Nolley, St. Mary Baptist Church. Purpose: For all children to learn, pray and confess the Word of God. Goal: For all children to have an intimate relationship with God through prayer & His Word. Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday By the word of the Lord the heavens were made, and all the host of them by the breath of His mouth. Psalm 33:6 Prayer: Father, I worship You, the Lord of Creation, the Almighty God. The heavens were made by Your...
Doorkeepers or keepers of the door, their church service is invaluable. They are the first to meet and greet you at church. If you have a question, need a seat, need to speak or sit with a certain group, church ushers are at your beck and call to fulfill your desires and are valuable church servants. This week the Monroe Dispatch salutes dedicated Olive Branch Baptist Church Usher Henry Woods who loves God and loves being a favorite church usher....
Recently New Light Baptist Church Monroe celebrated its 87th Church Anniversary. Special Guest was Rev. William Ross Greater New Hope Baptist Church. The spirit was high at the anniversary when Brother Johnny James sang "God's Grace," a Dramatic Interpretation "A Call to the Church," by Sir Benjamin Bartie, Lauryn Brown and Symiah Joseph. The message was delivered by Pastor William Ross: Therefore, be imitators of God, as beloved children. And walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave Himself...
Family and Friends Day/Homecoming was celebrated at Faith United Baptist Church, Monroe, LA recently. Guests Rev. Levi Cyrus and Light of the Word Church of God, Shreveport, LA. Programmed participant were Sisters Cassandra Allen, Carolyn Davis and Lora Davis. Worship in giving was done by Ministers Frances Wilson and Gloria Harris and Sister Jearline Smith. Love overflows, and joy never ends in a home that's blessed with family and friends. The wicked are overthrown, and are not: but the house...
Col 3:23 — Col 3:24 “And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance; for you serve the Lord Christ.” (Col.3.23-24. NKJV) Rejoice Beloved for you receive the REWARD of your labor from the Lord. Approach every task, and assignment as a way to serve CHRIST JESUS! Amen! Let us please the Lord as we “work” on relationships with our spouses, children, family, jobs, and amongst one another. Let us please th...
Obedience does not come naturally. We do not inherit it. It must be taught and learned. Jesus learned obedience through suffering. The Bible teaches children should obey their parents. Also, parents are not to make unreasonable demands on their children. Today, obedience is not often practiced by our children. Often parents do not teach their children to be obedient. Discipline our Children God never intended that children should be disciplined by the courts, but by parents. According to Proverbs 19:18 we need more discipline in the home....
As unique as the world, Little Flower Academy Class of 1968 gathered October 27-29 for the record in Monroe LA. It was an unforgettable reunion of classmates who were separated by desegregation. Many notable events were shared while new and old friendships were rekindled. Thanks to all the Little Flower 1968 who attended this once in a lifetime event after all this time. Thanks Jerome and Christine Joshua for hosting the eyeballing party Friday October 27 at their Monroe Home.Little Flower 1968 Classmates included Marilyn Cook-Shaw, Denise...
Pastor Bob Dziadaszek and the men of Spiritual Harvest Worship Center 8th annual "Men Pursuing God" Men's Conference on Saturday, November 11 9 a.m. The theme is "Walking as Jesus Walked," based on 1 John 2:6. Guest speakers are: Pastor Charles Washington Path Restore Ministries, Monroe LA and Pastor Douglas Houston St. Mary Baptist Church, Ruston, LA. Men of this community are invited to join us and experience praise, refreshing fellowship with other men of God, and the power of God's Word....
Spirit of Deliverance Church of God In Christ Monroe LA honored humble servants Pastor Ronald and First Lady Marilyn Green for 7 years of tireless kingdom building and service Sunday October 15. Special guests were Pastor Robert M. Moody, Holy Way Ministries Family Worship Center....
How do you start your day? Do you roll over to your phone and scroll news or social media? Do you begin by turning on the radio? Do you reach for the remote control to turn on your TV? How does your day end up going? Does it go smoothly or do you have small situations that consume you? Start your day by being reminded to whom you belong. God wants us to be in constant relation and communication with Him. The closer we stay to Him the farther we are away from sin, depression, and anxiety. Throughout the day as you would a close friend, call on...
Children need inspiration, instruction, and examples. The greatest of these is “examples.” We must teach our children to love God. Parents should teach by instruction and example. Proverbs 6:20-21 teaches “...my son keep the commandments of the father and forsake not the law of his mother.” This Scripture indicates that parents have a great responsibility. Our children will reflect our teaching and the examples that we have been exemplifying. We must take heed of the statement made by the great evangelist Gypsy Smith. He said, “there are actua...
A Deacons, Mothers Mission Anniversary was held recently at St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church where Dennis R. Martin Sr. is Pastor. Guest Minister was Rev. Donald Woods Piney Grove Baptist Church Monroe LA. Deacon Willie Hunter was the master of ceremony. Piney Grove Male Chorus handled the song service. For we are labourers together with God: ye are God's husbandry, ye are God's building. If any man's work abide which he hath built thereupon, he shall receive a reward....
Word of Faith Revival Center 210 Marx St. Monroe, LA will honor Pastor Dottie Rivers for 27 years of preaching the word and saving souls Saturday, November 4, 5pm at Tri-District Boys & Girls Club 2920 Louberta St. Monroe LA. Guest speaker is Pastor Patsy Brown Prevailing Faith Bible Church Monroe LA. Tickets are $20, call Lashonda Wilson 318-547-8007...
*Inspired by God through Mary Roggerson & Morning Prayer Ministries under the leadership of Pastor Kenneth Nolley, St. Mary Baptist Church Purpose: For all children to learn, pray and confess the Word of God. Goal: For all children to have an intimate relationship with God through prayer & His Word. Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday Rejoice in the Lord, O you righteous! For praise from the upright is beautiful. Psalm 33:1 Prayer: Father, my heart is filled with praise and my lips with thanksgiving. Thank You for my redemption through the precious blo...
Pastor Bob Dziadaszek and the men of Spiritual Harvest Worship Center 8th annual “Men Pursuing God” Men’s Conference on Saturday, November 11 at 9 a.m. The theme is “Walking as Jesus Walked,” based on 1 John 2:6. Guest speakers are: Pastor Charles Washington Path Restore Ministries, Monroe LA and Pastor Douglas Houston St. Mary Baptist Church, Ruston, LA. Men of this community are invited to join us and experience praise, refreshing fellowship with other men of God, and the power of God’s Word. Women are welcome, too. Information, spiritualha...
Doorkeepers or keepers of the door, their church service is invaluable. They are the first to meet and greet you at church. If you have a question, need a seat, need to speak or sit with a certain group, church ushers are at your beck and call to fulfill your desires and are valuable church servants. This week the Monroe Dispatch salutes dedicated True Vine Baptist Church Usher Joetta Adams who loves God and loves being a favorite church usher....
The home is threatened seriously because we have shirked our responsibilities as parents. The Bible emphasizes marriage. God made marriage possible. He performed the first marriage ceremony. Some years ago every young lady planned on marriage and establishing a God-fearing home. Today, marriage is not in the plan of the majority of young ladies. Single-parent families are the majority. The absence of the father in the home is reflected in the lifestyle of our children. What is practiced today is contrary to God’s plan. The home was e...
Doorkeepers or keepers of the door, their church service is invaluable. They are the first to meet and greet you at church. If you have a question, need a seat, need to speak or sit with a certain group, church ushers are at your beck and call to fulfill your desires and are valuable church servants. This week the Monroe Dispatch salutes dedicated Piney Grove Baptist Church Usher Bertha Scott who loves God and loves being a favorite church usher....
