“…grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.” - 2 Peter 3:18 This month’s series is offered to encourage you as we near the season of Spring to spring into a healthy spiritual lifestyle. This week’s topic is the benefits of Bible study. If you yearn for a closer relationship with God by tapping into and experiencing the transforming power of … [Read more...] about Spring into a healthy spiritual lifestyle (Week 1)
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Spring into a healthy physical lifestyle
On March 20, 2020, the season of Spring arrives. In baseball, Spring signals a time for preparation. Spring is also the season when the flower buds bloom, leaf buds appear on trees, animals who have been hibernating, awake, and gardeners begin planting their seeds as the temperature slowly warms. During Spring, everything is fresh and a time to start anew! One of the best ways … [Read more...] about Spring into a healthy physical lifestyle
Modeling God’s love during Valentine’s month and beyond! (Conclusion)
“A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another, even as I have loved you, that you also love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.” - John 13:34-35 Every February, Valentine’s Day is celebrated; however, it reaches its climax once the month of February is over. When it comes to God, God’s love has no end, is … [Read more...] about Modeling God’s love during Valentine’s month and beyond! (Conclusion)
Modeling God’s love during Valentine’s month and beyond! (Week 3)
“For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life.” - John 3:16 What is God’s love? God’s love can be best expressed by the Greek word, agapao. Agapao love is determined love. It is love in action! God’s love was determined to save humankind from their sins, therefore, God in His great love, … [Read more...] about Modeling God’s love during Valentine’s month and beyond! (Week 3)
Modeling God’s love during Valentine’s month and beyond! (Week 2)
“…love Him with all of your heart, with all of your understanding and with all of your strength, and to love your neighbor as yourself is more important than all burnt offerings and sacrifices.” - Mark 12:33 According to Hallmark, approximately 145 million Valentine’s Day cards are exchanged industry-wide (which does not include packaged kids’ valentines for classroom … [Read more...] about Modeling God’s love during Valentine’s month and beyond! (Week 2)
Modeling God’s love during Valentine’s month and beyond! (Week 1)
“Don’t just pretend to love others. Really love them. Hate what is wrong. Hold tightly to what is good.” - Romans 12:9 (NLT) February is the month that Valentine’s Day is celebrated and February 14th is always celebrated as Valentine’s Day. But where did the concept come from and when did we begin celebrating Valentine’s Day in the United States? This month I will begin … [Read more...] about Modeling God’s love during Valentine’s month and beyond! (Week 1)
Real talk about the REAL ID (Week 4)
GET YOUR REAL ID DEADLINE: OCTOBER 1, 2020 On October 1, 2020 every person must obtain a Real ID if they are planning to fly within the United States, visit a military base or other federal building. Having a REAL ID, the Homeland Security Compliant ID will allow you access to the government offices and fly in the United States. In the conclusion of this series, the … [Read more...] about Real talk about the REAL ID (Week 4)
Real talk about the REAL ID (Week 3)
GET YOUR REAL ID DEADLINE: OCTOBER 1, 2020 Even though the mandatory REAL ID is not required until October 1, 2020, you can begin upgrading to the REAL ID or requesting the REAL ID when renewing your driver’s license now. According to the Department of Homeland Security, REAL ID compliant cards are generally marked with a star located in the upper portion of the card. It can … [Read more...] about Real talk about the REAL ID (Week 3)
Real talk about the REAL ID (Week 2)
GET YOUR REAL ID DEADLINE: OCTOBER 1, 2020 On October 1, 2020, persons who plan to travel domestically as well as enter government buildings, will need a REAL ID. Several questions were asked and answered by the Department of Homeland Security regarding the new compliant ID. This week in continuation of our series on Real Talk About the REAL ID, a few of those questions … [Read more...] about Real talk about the REAL ID (Week 2)
Real talk about the REAL ID (Week 1)
GET YOUR REAL ID DEADLINE: OCTOBER 1, 2020 On October 1, 2020 every person over the age of 18 must obtain a REAL ID or another acceptable form of ID if they are planning to fly within the United States, visit a military base or other secure federal facility. Having a REAL ID, the Homeland Security Compliant ID will allow you access to the government offices and the ability … [Read more...] about Real talk about the REAL ID (Week 1)