Love Abounds

Philippians 1:9-10“And this is my prayer: that your love may abound more and more in knowledge and depth of insight, so that you may be able to discern what is best and may be pure and blameless until the day of Christ,”

We live by the light.

John 3:20-21“Everyone who does evil hates the light, and will not come into the light for fear that his deeds will be exposed. But whoever lives by the truth comes into the light, so that it may be seen plainly that what he has done has been done through God.”

Without Spirit

1 Corinthians 2:14“The man without the Spirit does not accept the things that come from the Spirit of God, for they are foolishness to him, and he cannot understand them, because they are spiritually discerned.”

In the hands of a living God

Hebrews 10:30-31“For we know him who said, "It is mine to avenge; I will repay," and again, "The Lord will judge his people." It is a dreadful thing to fall into the hands of the living God.”

Michael Jackson Memorial Concert!

 

Michael Jackson fans arrive to buy tickets for the "Michael Jackson's This Is It" film, at L.A. Live in Los Angeles, Thursday, Sept. 24, 2009. Tickets for the advance screening will go on sale Sunday, Sept. 27, 2009. The film was produced from hundreds of hours of backstage footage of rehearsals last June. Michael fans are loyal and continue to love the King of pop. Some have blamed promoters of the concert for attempting to exploit fans and the King of Pop legacy. Whatever the case, truly he is missed.

You Publish

 

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Mercy….Oh Please!

This is a new show appearing on the ABC. Slotted for prime time airing I watched the show hoping to be drawn into a world of saving faith. Wow! I have seen better acting and writing on the day-time soaps. The show is center around Veronica played by Taylor Schilling, who after coming back from Iraq suffers from PTS. On meds she struggles to find the balance in her life while attempting to save her marriage by committing adultery and chasing after men. Her co-workers aren’t that much better one is dating a doctor, and after being attacked by a patient decides to sleep with a police officer who has been pursuing her. The other co-worker seems to a wholesome young lady until the end where she follows suit and pursues the bartender injured in a fight. So if you are into adultery, alcohol, drinking, fighting, loose sex with bad acting and writing this is the show for you! God help us if this is art imitating life.

If you are really into medical shows I believe Hawthorne is a much better show. The main character is played by Jedi Pinkett-Smith where she continues deal with the lost of her husband, while raising a teenage daughter coupled with an overbearing mother-in-law. I like the way they deal with the issues of life without resulting to cheap acts to get ratings. The acting is better and writing is realistic. They push to the edge of social topics without going overboard. Judge for yourself. Remain Bless

David Anthoni

Christian-Gospel Links!

GI - God's Image

GI has been together for a decade, but only recently recorded their debut release, God's Image. GI talks about one song on the album that deals with sexual temptations young people face frequently. The group also talks about how much fun they had shooting a video, Get Up, which they all wrote together.

Pastor Marvin Winans

Known to the world as a recording artist from the popular Winans family and the Pastor of Perfecting Church in Detroit, MI, Pastor Marvin L. Winans has officially become a triple threat by adding actor to his resume. We recently caught up with Pastor Winans during the New York City Press Conference for Tyler Perry's new film, "I Can Do Bad All By Myself," released Friday September 11, 2009.

Who speaks on our behave?

1 John 2:1“My dear children, I write this to you so that you will not sin. But if anybody does sin, we have one who speaks to the Father in our defense—Jesus Christ, the Righteous One.”

'Dancing With the Stars' results: Double elimination | Show Tracker | Los Angeles Times

 

'Dancing With the Stars' results: Double elimination | Show Tracker | Los Angeles Times

Macy Gray was eliminated Last night, but that comes as no surprise to most of us. Her performance to say the least, was one of the worst I have ever seen. Truly her God given gift is singing and not dancing. She was placed on the chopping block very early. But she was not alone Ashley Hamilton was their to keep her company. They booth received the lowest overall scores and were sent home packing. Tune in to see gets eliminated next!

On another note the tribute to Patrick Swayze was touching. He was not only a great actor, but now that I think about a great dancer. Patrick lost his fight with Pancreatic Cancer last week. He will truly be lost. Upcoming actors should take a note on how he handle himself in the Hollywood light.

Remain Bless!

David Anthoni

Receiving The Promise

Hebrews 10:35-36“So do not throw away your confidence; it will be richly rewarded. You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what he has promised.”

MYA ON DANCING WITH STARS!

We have yet to see a black female win this event though Mya looked very promising. She performed very well and I look forward to watching her perform night after night. Tune in and watch!

Dancing with the Stars‘ Ladies’ Night! - PEOPLE TV Watch

 

Dancing with the Stars‘ Ladies’ Night! - PEOPLE TV Watch

A vitamin a day may do more harm than good - Diet and nutrition- msnbc.com

 

A vitamin a day may do more harm than good - Diet and nutrition- msnbc.com

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We Rejoice!

Romans 5:3-4“Not only so, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope.”

GI & Anointed Song In Concert

Come and enjoy national recording artist GI along with Anointed Song in concert this Sunday at The Salvation Army Church. This will surely the event to attend. And Besides its free! So after Sunday worship bring the entire family out for a evening of praise and worship!

Public Confession

Jesus said, "Everyone therefore who shall confess Me before men, I will also confess him before My Father who is in heaven. But whoever shall deny Me before men, I will also deny him before My Father who is in heaven." (Matthew 10:32,33). Public confession was a way of showing everyone within view where your loyalty resides. Peter denied Christ three times, but later realized that he should never be ashamed of the gospel of Christ. Fore we know it is the power of God to everyone who believes first to the Jew then to the Gentles. Most Christian based faiths have baptisms and in the days of John the Baptists it was used as a public display of one repenting from a sinful life. It was not the act that save sinners but the belief in the Messiah.

The only account of a pubic-death bed confession involved one of the thieves on the cross along side of Christ. Jesus said to the thief on the cross who repented  "Today (Present tense) you will be with me in paradise" (Luke 23:43). This thief was neither baptized nor partook of the Lords supper he believed and was promised to be with Jesus.

So today, give thought to your public confession. I know some are saying “I have been baptized” More specifically, I am speaking of how you walk, talk and present yourselves to others. Does the light in you reflect the oath of faith in God the Father through Jesus Christ? Do not be dismayed, the devil does not want this. But if you would share your faith in Christ by voice, and actions you too will reside in His house of peace and paradise always.

This is your brother in Christ.

David Anthoni

Accepting

Romans 15:7“Accept one another, then, just as Christ accepted you, in order to bring praise to God.”

All By Grace!

2 Corinthians 13:14“May the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all.”

Ben Tankard

Has blessed us once more with awarding winning gospel music. This is a must have for the Gospel Fans everywhere!

 

He's been called "the Quincy Jones of Gospel," and besides being one of the best-selling instrumentalists in Christian music, keyboard player Ben Tankard has justified his tag, producing many stellar gospel projects as well as serving as an executive vice-president at Tribute Records, for which he has recorded extensively. Born in Florida to a minister father and a missionary mother, he began playing drums in church at the age of three. He later graduated to tuba and was offered several music scholarships to college, though he eventually accepted a basketball scholarship instead.

Tankard endured a rough period of depression and homelessness when a knee injury prevented him from turning professional (though he was drafted by the NBA). A visit to a revival service put him on the right track, an almost overnight, he became a very talented keyboard/organ player. Tankard began his witness in song with 1990's Keynote Speaker, recorded for Tribute Records. He continued recording and soon moved into production and arranging as well, calling on his reserves of early musical training to provide impeccable jobs for Yolanda Adams, the Alabama State Mass Choir and Michael Bruce. His albums were often light jazz works, offering soothing, reflective gospel instrumentals that were similar to mainstream efforts from George Benson and Kenny G. By 2002, he had released enough albums to put together a "best of" collection, highlighted by a cover of Stevie Wonder's "You Will Know" featuring Take 6. ~ John Bush, All Music Guide

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Anthony Hamilton Finds Gospel Success

 

 

If you’ve been searching in the R&B section of the music store for the latest release from soul singer Anthony Hamilton you’re searching in the wrong place. The Charlotte, North Carolina native recently has found success in the gospel music arena with the popularity of his song “Pass Me Over” from his latest project, “Ain’t Nobody Worryin’.”

The song is in heavy rotation on many gospel stations. And it highlights Hamilton’s spirituality and what he says is the foundation for his secular career.

“It comes from my grandmother. It’s a way of life from the south that I adopted. My mother taught me to uplift God’s name and to never be ashamed to show respect for God and for others,” Hamilton told Gospel News in a recent interview.

Anyone who’s attended one of Hamilton’s concerts knows that the setting can easily transform into a church service complete with gospel music and holy dancing. He says his concerts are spirit-filled because it’s a reflection of who he is.

“First, I am a man of God. Because of who I am, I have a right to do that. There’s no need for me not to.”

Hamilton said his secular success is not a conflict of his faith in God because his music always is respectful, adding that “I don’t feel that anything I sing is contradicting my love for God or my love for people. I know that I’m exactly where God put me; I am properly placed.”

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Rejoice in the Lord!

Joel 2:23“Be glad, O people of Zion, rejoice in the LORD your God, for he has given you the autumn rains in righteousness. He sends you abundant showers, both autumn and spring rains, as before.”

Thoughtful words.

Ephesians 4:29“Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen.”

Rosh Hashanah

The name Rosh Hashanah means "beginning or head of the year." This celebration marks the beginning of the High Holy Days on the Jewish calendar. The Bible refers to Rosh Hashanah as the Feast of Trumpets, and it begins the Ten Days of Awe that conclude with Yom Kippur – the Day of Atonement. This is a wonderful time to give thanks, repent and renew your walk with the LORD!

I'm concern about you

Philippians 2:3-4“Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility consider others better than yourselves. Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others.”

Allow the light to reflect in you.

Ephesians 5:1“Be imitators of God, therefore, as dearly loved children”

Lexi show with Tonex Videos

Wisdom

James 3:13“[Two Kinds of Wisdom] Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show it by his good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom.”

Lexi interviews Tonex

 

Outstanding Gospel Journalist Lexi interviews Tonex, gospel artist and pastor.  Tonex , shared with her his struggles and concerns with the industry and the tribulations that have assailed him.

“There’s still times where I’m like, I do want kids and I very much love women.’ But at the same time, I think we have to be honest as to what it is that we have affinity for at the time.  And I think, because of the situation that I experienced with the first marriage, that I would have to say that I lean more toward the same sex. before I say ‘this is what I am, this is the only thing I’ll be,’ I’ll say AT THIS STAGE, this is what it is.  So everyone can just breathe and relax on your show and say, Tonex said, ‘yes, he’s attracted to men. Yes, he has experienced gay sex before.  But that’s the least of who this man of God is.”

Lexi concluded with the following remarks; “It is my belief that man is made for a woman, and woman is made for a man.  I believe the Bible speaks clearly about this.  However, as a journalist, it is my job to tell the story.  And as a Christian, it is my job to LOVE unequivocally and unapologetically.”

I submit that we all as Christians have struggle with the flesh and come short of God’s glory. It is by His grace we are saved, least we stumble and become so foolish in our thinking that we have obtained salvation by our own works. Our relationship with the father is the greatest love affair and the love letter is the bible. And within it He has given instruction on how to maintain this relationship and how to care for those who have turned their back on what is written.  We must endeavor to protect my Lords freedom of speech, which is clearly written and confusingly interpreted without the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Wrong is wrong and sin is sin and this is the totality man at his best without the saving grace from a heavenly Father that brings forth salvation without works. God is not mock and stories like this show why we must continue in prayer. Remain Bless

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David Anthoni 

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Police: Shooting suspect offended by anti-abortion material - CNN.com

 

Police: Shooting suspect offended by anti-abortion material - CNN.com

Susan Boyle To Perform On Americas Got Talent

America’s got talent, but after countless stories of turmoil from the participants. I rename this show America’s got issues. Clearly the effort to entertain us has gone beyond the “real” of life. Now we are entertained by the problems of others which allows us to escape our own. Do we tune in to see talented people or to laugh at others?

America be entertained.

Susan Boyle To Perform On Americas Got Talent | undercover.com.au, Music, News, Entertainment

Ex-Miss California files suit over firing - Washington Times

 

Ex-Miss California files suit over firing - Washington Times

Minister in Spotlight After Obama Death Prayers - Political Hotsheet - CBS News

 

Minister in Spotlight After Obama Death Prayers - Political Hotsheet - CBS News

Bible Verse of the day

2 Timothy 1:13-14“What you heard from me, keep as the pattern of sound teaching, with faith and love in Christ Jesus. Guard the good deposit that was entrusted to you—guard it with the help of the Holy Spirit who lives in us.”