Dear Friends:
And the glory of the Sovereign God will be revealed,and all humanity together will see it. For the mouth of God
has spoken.
Isaiah 40:5
Amazing things happen when you seek and listen for the voice of God! Spirit of the living God fall a fresh upon us.
In Christ Rev. Terri
Friday, January 30, 2009
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
Daily Devotion
Dear Friends:
Examine me, O God and prove me, test my heart and mind. For Your loving-kindness is before my eyes and I have walked in Your truth [faithfully].
Psalms 26:2-3
Taking a review of our actions is necessary for our growth. Allowing God to review is is vital for continued Spiritual growth. God Examine me and show me Your ways.
In Christ Rev. Terri
Examine me, O God and prove me, test my heart and mind. For Your loving-kindness is before my eyes and I have walked in Your truth [faithfully].
Psalms 26:2-3
Taking a review of our actions is necessary for our growth. Allowing God to review is is vital for continued Spiritual growth. God Examine me and show me Your ways.
In Christ Rev. Terri
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Daily Devotion
Dear Friends:
The book of the law shall not depart out of your mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night, that you may observe and do according to all that is written in it. For then you shall make your way prosperous and then you shall deal wisely and have good success.
Joshua 1:8
This scripture reminds me that when we follow the way of God we will not be disappointed. We will be wise and prosperous even in times of difficulty! I pray that we will put God first in everything we do! May Gods blessings chase you down the street!
In Christ Rev. Terri
The book of the law shall not depart out of your mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night, that you may observe and do according to all that is written in it. For then you shall make your way prosperous and then you shall deal wisely and have good success.
Joshua 1:8
This scripture reminds me that when we follow the way of God we will not be disappointed. We will be wise and prosperous even in times of difficulty! I pray that we will put God first in everything we do! May Gods blessings chase you down the street!
In Christ Rev. Terri
Monday, January 26, 2009
Daily Devotion
Dear Friends:
Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying, that it may minister grace unto the hearers.
Ephesians 4:29
Wow ... what powerful words! How do you communicate? What kind of things come out of your mouth? Praises or judgement? Encouragement or negativity? God help us to communicate the power of your grace, the
hope of your love. Amen.
In Christ Rev. Terri
*I will be heading to PSR for the Earl Lectures hopefully
my hotel will have wireless ... if not devotions will begin next week.
Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying, that it may minister grace unto the hearers.
Ephesians 4:29
Wow ... what powerful words! How do you communicate? What kind of things come out of your mouth? Praises or judgement? Encouragement or negativity? God help us to communicate the power of your grace, the
hope of your love. Amen.
In Christ Rev. Terri
*I will be heading to PSR for the Earl Lectures hopefully
my hotel will have wireless ... if not devotions will begin next week.
Friday, January 23, 2009
Daily Devotion
Dear Friends:
And be constantly renewed in the spirit of your mind [having a fresh mental and spiritual attitude].
Ephesians 4:23
We all need renewal and rejuvenation! How do you take care of yourself? I suggest that you spend a few moments today seeking the leading of the Spirit and you will find you will be renewed.
In Christ Rev. Terri
And be constantly renewed in the spirit of your mind [having a fresh mental and spiritual attitude].
Ephesians 4:23
We all need renewal and rejuvenation! How do you take care of yourself? I suggest that you spend a few moments today seeking the leading of the Spirit and you will find you will be renewed.
In Christ Rev. Terri
Thursday, January 22, 2009
Daily Devotion
Dear Friends:
May God grant you out of the rich treasury of Gods glory to be strengthened and reinforced with mighty power in the inner being by the [Holy] Spirit [indwelling your innermost being and personality].
Ephesians 3:16
We are encouraged not to lose heart or become faint in doing what God has called us to do. When we are active in doing our part God grants every blessing for our good. I pray for your blessings to be reinforced with the mighty power of God.
In Christ Rev. Terri
May God grant you out of the rich treasury of Gods glory to be strengthened and reinforced with mighty power in the inner being by the [Holy] Spirit [indwelling your innermost being and personality].
Ephesians 3:16
We are encouraged not to lose heart or become faint in doing what God has called us to do. When we are active in doing our part God grants every blessing for our good. I pray for your blessings to be reinforced with the mighty power of God.
In Christ Rev. Terri
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Daily Devotion
Dear Friends:
I watched on TV the inauguration of our 44th President, Barack Obama. At one point I was so overwhelmed I cried with a sense of hope and anticipation. I believe that we have a hard road ahead but the fact that our President was willing to tell us the difficult truth was reassuring. I watched like many of you with a renew hope! I watched history being made for very first time an African-American has been elected to the highest office in our country. What seemed impossible even 50 years ago has come to being in our day.
As I reflect on how we arrived at this day and I am reminded how far we have come! I hope and pray this is the catalyst for new unity in our country and around the world.
President Obama spoke about challenges and making hard decisions yesterday, financial, political, military, social and more. I for one am thankful that he is willing to be honest with what he perceives to be our weaknesses. These words remind me of the Apostle Paul who spoke of difficult times. We know that we are encouraged to live the high calling through Christ. We are challenged as well to look toward the scripture. Philippians 3:14 tells us, "I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God... Philippians 4:13 reminds us "I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength."
In these challenges we can stand together knowing that we will endure with character, hope and a better day!
I believe we are called to bring this hope to change the world before us. We know that through our hope and the endurance of the trials we are building faith. Can we bring this kind of character to the community? I believe the answer is a resounding YES. I believe our ministry is needed now more than ever. People in our community need people like you to bring this hope in the midst of despair and loss. We can bring love and hope to those who are hurting. I hope today we will not forget the possibilities before us.
In Christ Rev. Terri
I watched on TV the inauguration of our 44th President, Barack Obama. At one point I was so overwhelmed I cried with a sense of hope and anticipation. I believe that we have a hard road ahead but the fact that our President was willing to tell us the difficult truth was reassuring. I watched like many of you with a renew hope! I watched history being made for very first time an African-American has been elected to the highest office in our country. What seemed impossible even 50 years ago has come to being in our day.
As I reflect on how we arrived at this day and I am reminded how far we have come! I hope and pray this is the catalyst for new unity in our country and around the world.
President Obama spoke about challenges and making hard decisions yesterday, financial, political, military, social and more. I for one am thankful that he is willing to be honest with what he perceives to be our weaknesses. These words remind me of the Apostle Paul who spoke of difficult times. We know that we are encouraged to live the high calling through Christ. We are challenged as well to look toward the scripture. Philippians 3:14 tells us, "I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God... Philippians 4:13 reminds us "I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength."
In these challenges we can stand together knowing that we will endure with character, hope and a better day!
I believe we are called to bring this hope to change the world before us. We know that through our hope and the endurance of the trials we are building faith. Can we bring this kind of character to the community? I believe the answer is a resounding YES. I believe our ministry is needed now more than ever. People in our community need people like you to bring this hope in the midst of despair and loss. We can bring love and hope to those who are hurting. I hope today we will not forget the possibilities before us.
In Christ Rev. Terri
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Daily Devotion
Dear Friends:
But for you who revere my name, the sun of righteousness will rise with healing in its wings.
Malachi 4:2
There is a new truth of hope today as the sun rises. We pray for healing and guidance as we focus on God.
In Christ Rev. Terri
But for you who revere my name, the sun of righteousness will rise with healing in its wings.
Malachi 4:2
There is a new truth of hope today as the sun rises. We pray for healing and guidance as we focus on God.
In Christ Rev. Terri
Friday, January 16, 2009
Daily Devotion
Dear Friends:
And this I pray; that your love may abound yet more and more and extend to its fullest developing in knowledge and all keen insight [that your love may display itself in greater depth of acquaintance and more comprehensive discernment]. So that you may surely learn to sense what is vital...
Philippians 1:9-10a
I pray that we would use Gods comprehensive discernment given to us to open doors of opportunity for others. These opportunities will lead to the sharing of faith and building bridges where there is a great divide. We know what is vital and that is to share the love of God with others.
In Christ Rev. Terri
And this I pray; that your love may abound yet more and more and extend to its fullest developing in knowledge and all keen insight [that your love may display itself in greater depth of acquaintance and more comprehensive discernment]. So that you may surely learn to sense what is vital...
Philippians 1:9-10a
I pray that we would use Gods comprehensive discernment given to us to open doors of opportunity for others. These opportunities will lead to the sharing of faith and building bridges where there is a great divide. We know what is vital and that is to share the love of God with others.
In Christ Rev. Terri
Thursday, January 15, 2009
Daily Devotion
Dear Friends:
By faith we understand that the worlds [during the successive ages] were framed (fashioned put in order, and equipped for their intended purpose) by the word of God, so that what we see was not made out of things which are visible.
Hebrews 11:3
Sometimes things are not what they seem to be. If we canpractice looking at life through Spiritual eyes we would bemuch better off! Do you need help with that? Ask God tobe with you as you use put your faith in action.
In Christ Rev. Terri
By faith we understand that the worlds [during the successive ages] were framed (fashioned put in order, and equipped for their intended purpose) by the word of God, so that what we see was not made out of things which are visible.
Hebrews 11:3
Sometimes things are not what they seem to be. If we canpractice looking at life through Spiritual eyes we would bemuch better off! Do you need help with that? Ask God tobe with you as you use put your faith in action.
In Christ Rev. Terri
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
Daily Devotion
Dear Friends:
For you were once darkness, but now you are light in theSovereign God. Live as children of light ...
Ephesians 5:8
What kind of light shines from your life? Are you a conduit ofGods grace and love? Does the radiant light of Christ exude fromyou during your day? My prayer for you today would be thatyou would bring that light to your center and let it shine.
In Christ Rev. Terri
For you were once darkness, but now you are light in theSovereign God. Live as children of light ...
Ephesians 5:8
What kind of light shines from your life? Are you a conduit ofGods grace and love? Does the radiant light of Christ exude fromyou during your day? My prayer for you today would be thatyou would bring that light to your center and let it shine.
In Christ Rev. Terri
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Daily Devotion
Dear Friends:
Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.
Romans 12:12
These are powerful words for us to take hold of. We can be full of joy because we have the hope of Christ. We can be patient in times of trouble because we have been given keys to over come trials. And we can do these things by being faithful in prayer.
In Christ Rev. Terri
Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.
Romans 12:12
These are powerful words for us to take hold of. We can be full of joy because we have the hope of Christ. We can be patient in times of trouble because we have been given keys to over come trials. And we can do these things by being faithful in prayer.
In Christ Rev. Terri
Monday, January 12, 2009
Daily Devotion
Dear Friends:
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peaceas you trust in God, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Romans 15:13
As you begin this week I would like to remind you of Gods overflowing grace upon your life. It is easyto lose sight of Gods hope, power and love when times are difficult ... You have the Power of The Spirit within you.Great things are in your grasp don't give up, let go or quit.
In Christ Rev. Terri
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peaceas you trust in God, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Romans 15:13
As you begin this week I would like to remind you of Gods overflowing grace upon your life. It is easyto lose sight of Gods hope, power and love when times are difficult ... You have the Power of The Spirit within you.Great things are in your grasp don't give up, let go or quit.
In Christ Rev. Terri
Friday, January 9, 2009
Daily Devotion
Dear Friends:
I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; that I know very well.Psalm 139:14
We are all unique individuals made for a purpose.What is your purpose? What are your gifts?We have been given spiritual gifts to fulfill theGodly purposes of our lives! Find out what they areand use them!
In Christ Rev. Terri
Please join us on Saturday at Valley Ministries fora Church Retreat. "What on earth Am I here for" 8:30 to 5:00
I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; that I know very well.Psalm 139:14
We are all unique individuals made for a purpose.What is your purpose? What are your gifts?We have been given spiritual gifts to fulfill theGodly purposes of our lives! Find out what they areand use them!
In Christ Rev. Terri
Please join us on Saturday at Valley Ministries fora Church Retreat. "What on earth Am I here for" 8:30 to 5:00
Thursday, January 8, 2009
Daily Devotion
Dear Friends:
Lift your eyes and look to the heavens: Who created all these? God who brings out the starry host one by one, and calls the each by name.
Isaiah 40:26
Amazing ... truly amazing! God who created the endlessgalaxies calls us! When I look at the stars I am always amazed. Tonight step outside ... take a look ... say a prayer ... give thanks that the God of the universe is watchingover you!
In Christ Rev. Terri
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
Daily Devotion
Dear Friends:
Anyone, then, who knows the good they ought to do and doesn't do it, sins.
James 4:17
I am struck by this passage! It is clear that if we know better we need not do whatever it is! How many times do we justify when it comes to service, giving, coming clean, telling the whole truth ... food for thought!
In Christ Rev. Terri
Anyone, then, who knows the good they ought to do and doesn't do it, sins.
James 4:17
I am struck by this passage! It is clear that if we know better we need not do whatever it is! How many times do we justify when it comes to service, giving, coming clean, telling the whole truth ... food for thought!
In Christ Rev. Terri
Happy New Year from Rev. Terri
Greetings Saints:
Happy New Year to all of you ... It is my prayer that God will bless you and your family with health, wealth and wisdom!
52 WORDS ONE YEAR DEVOTIONAL BOOK
How awesome is our new devotional book! You can purchase your book for 10.00 (we do have some scholarship books available) You do the devotional puzzle during the week ... then bring in the bottom portion to church on Sunday to win a $5 Starbucks card... Thanks Stella for being obedient!
ALL CHURCH RETREAT
This Saturday ... you are invited to join us for a all church retreat ... even if you don't have 10.00 ... please come and share this exciting time. This is an incredible way for you to start out your New Year and you will benefit from this day! Invest in yourself and join us.
When: Saturday January 10
Where: Valley Ministries 4118 Coronado Ave Stockton CA
Time: 8:30 Continental Breakfast Retreat begins at 9 sharp ...
We will provide lunch and snacks ... we will end by 5:00pm. Bring your Bibles! A youth program is also being offered for free youth 12 and under.
CARE GROUPS
Beginning Sunday January 11! To find a group near you check out our new looking web page at www.valleyministries.com thanks Sharon!! It is awesome!!
BUDGET RAPS
Sunday January 11 and 18
CONGREGATIONAL MEETING
Sunday January 25 Lunch will be provide
Happy New Year
Rev. Terri
Happy New Year to all of you ... It is my prayer that God will bless you and your family with health, wealth and wisdom!
52 WORDS ONE YEAR DEVOTIONAL BOOK
How awesome is our new devotional book! You can purchase your book for 10.00 (we do have some scholarship books available) You do the devotional puzzle during the week ... then bring in the bottom portion to church on Sunday to win a $5 Starbucks card... Thanks Stella for being obedient!
ALL CHURCH RETREAT
This Saturday ... you are invited to join us for a all church retreat ... even if you don't have 10.00 ... please come and share this exciting time. This is an incredible way for you to start out your New Year and you will benefit from this day! Invest in yourself and join us.
When: Saturday January 10
Where: Valley Ministries 4118 Coronado Ave Stockton CA
Time: 8:30 Continental Breakfast Retreat begins at 9 sharp ...
We will provide lunch and snacks ... we will end by 5:00pm. Bring your Bibles! A youth program is also being offered for free youth 12 and under.
CARE GROUPS
Beginning Sunday January 11! To find a group near you check out our new looking web page at www.valleyministries.com thanks Sharon!! It is awesome!!
BUDGET RAPS
Sunday January 11 and 18
CONGREGATIONAL MEETING
Sunday January 25 Lunch will be provide
Happy New Year
Rev. Terri
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
Daily Devotion
Dear Friends:
... And the star they had seen in the east went ahead of them until it stopped over the place where the child as ...
and they bowed down and worshiped him...
Matthew 2:9, 11
Today we celebrate Epiphany! That is the first day of the new season of revelation of the Christ child. The arrival of the Magi (wise men), to the birth place of Christ! We can celebrate the appearance of the Christ child in our own lives! After all Epiphany from the Greek means "Appearance" ...
... And the star they had seen in the east went ahead of them until it stopped over the place where the child as ...
and they bowed down and worshiped him...
Matthew 2:9, 11
Today we celebrate Epiphany! That is the first day of the new season of revelation of the Christ child. The arrival of the Magi (wise men), to the birth place of Christ! We can celebrate the appearance of the Christ child in our own lives! After all Epiphany from the Greek means "Appearance" ...
Monday, January 5, 2009
Daily Devotion
Dear Friends:
I have sought your face with all my heart; be gracious to me according to your promise.
Psalm 119:58
Seeking God is a daily spiritual principle. God is faithful and will always be with us! Seek God in all you do and you will be blessed.
In Christ Rev. Terri
I have sought your face with all my heart; be gracious to me according to your promise.
Psalm 119:58
Seeking God is a daily spiritual principle. God is faithful and will always be with us! Seek God in all you do and you will be blessed.
In Christ Rev. Terri
Friday, January 2, 2009
Daily Devotion
Dear Friends:
Every day I will bless You God, I will praise Your name forever and ever. Great is our God and greatly to be praised and God's greatness is unsearchable.
Psalm 145:2-3
As we begin this New Year may we make and keep the declaration of Gods greatness. May we dedicate our days to living more in sync with our Creator. And May God be the director of our days.
In Christ Rev. Terri
Every day I will bless You God, I will praise Your name forever and ever. Great is our God and greatly to be praised and God's greatness is unsearchable.
Psalm 145:2-3
As we begin this New Year may we make and keep the declaration of Gods greatness. May we dedicate our days to living more in sync with our Creator. And May God be the director of our days.
In Christ Rev. Terri
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