You were born to have VICTORY. But then, suddenly, life happens, and we need to be reminded as God told Moses to write down the promises of victory to remind Joshua of the last victory God granted over the Amalekites in Exodus 17:14-16. What about some other opposition? Do not be faint hearted or afraid do not panic or be terrified (Deuteronomy 20:36). God is with you!! God used some unusual, peculiar, strange things to bring you out in victory. Do you have any oppositions in your life--Retain the Victory in Memory. ‘To conquer, overcome be victorious from’ is the definition of the Greek word ‘nikao’ we celebrate in knowing we are ‘them’ referenced in this verse, ‘them that had gotten the victory (nikao) over the beast’ in Revelation 15: 2.
Speaking of VICTORY, we celebrated Black History Month by lifting the passions and sacrifices of Jarena Lee, the first acknowledged female preacher in the African Methodist Episcopal Church; Prathia Hall who at the age of 23 led the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC) work for social justice; and Garrett Morgan notable inventor. For all their prominent efforts and advancements, we acknowledge there are yet Many Rivers to Cross. In Isaiah 48:18 an image of a river is peaceful, tranquil and is the image promised for those who would follow the instructions given in covenant relationship with God. A river a source of life. However, we also learn through scripture the river can be a great barrier. Take for example the Jordan River, the ability to cross the Jordan is considered miraculous as was crossed by the Israelites under Joshua. The river served as a boundary but how do you cross when there are no bridges. Ask the African American historical leaders like Sojourner Truth who experienced Many Rivers to Cross by helping slaves escape to freedom. The question you may be asking is where is the peace? God’s promises in Isaiah are a refreshment that no matter what we endure we can still have peace within our mind, heart, and emotions. Our best witness is Jesus, stepping into the Jordan River to be baptized by John the Baptist. Jesus was letting those who would follow Him know, #YouAreNotAlone. Jesus knows all about what we are facing and experienced His own sufferings and trials. When Jesus emerged from the Jordan, let us remember what GOD said to Jesus, “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased.” (Matthew 3:17). Say that today, when I come up from this river I hear God saying “This is my beloved Daughter/Son____, with whom I am well pleased.”
Palm Sunday March 28 – First Day of Holy Week
"They took branches of palm trees and went forth to meet him, and cried, Hosanna! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord!" (John 12:13)
Speaking of VICTORY, we celebrated Black History Month by lifting the passions and sacrifices of Jarena Lee, the first acknowledged female preacher in the African Methodist Episcopal Church; Prathia Hall who at the age of 23 led the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC) work for social justice; and Garrett Morgan notable inventor. For all their prominent efforts and advancements, we acknowledge there are yet Many Rivers to Cross. In Isaiah 48:18 an image of a river is peaceful, tranquil and is the image promised for those who would follow the instructions given in covenant relationship with God. A river a source of life. However, we also learn through scripture the river can be a great barrier. Take for example the Jordan River, the ability to cross the Jordan is considered miraculous as was crossed by the Israelites under Joshua. The river served as a boundary but how do you cross when there are no bridges. Ask the African American historical leaders like Sojourner Truth who experienced Many Rivers to Cross by helping slaves escape to freedom. The question you may be asking is where is the peace? God’s promises in Isaiah are a refreshment that no matter what we endure we can still have peace within our mind, heart, and emotions. Our best witness is Jesus, stepping into the Jordan River to be baptized by John the Baptist. Jesus was letting those who would follow Him know, #YouAreNotAlone. Jesus knows all about what we are facing and experienced His own sufferings and trials. When Jesus emerged from the Jordan, let us remember what GOD said to Jesus, “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased.” (Matthew 3:17). Say that today, when I come up from this river I hear God saying “This is my beloved Daughter/Son____, with whom I am well pleased.”
Palm Sunday March 28 – First Day of Holy Week
"They took branches of palm trees and went forth to meet him, and cried, Hosanna! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord!" (John 12:13)
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