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Freedom Anchored in Faith Rising in Christ with Elder Dave

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  Freedom Anchored in Faith Rising in Christ with Elder Dave I. Opening Greeting and Context Warm welcome to the congregation. Introduces the upcoming Fourth of July and its significance. Sets the tone: a message of patriotism intertwined with Christian faith . II. Historical and Spiritual Roots of American Freedom A. Massachusetts' Role in American Beginnings Pilgrims (1620) & the Mayflower Compact Early example of self-rule. Puritans (1630) & Town Meetings Fostered democratic values. Religious Freedom as a Driving Force Liberty and faith deeply linked from the start. B. Massachusetts and the American Revolution Boston Tea Party, Boston Massacre Catalyst events of rebellion. Lexington and Concord Battles First military engagements of the war. Leaders from MA Samuel Adams, Paul Revere, John Adams. John Adams helped draft the Massachusetts Constitution (1780) — model for the U.S. Constitution. III. The Declarat...

Kingdom Accountability in Prophetic Times - June 22, 2025 with Pastor Jose

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 Audio and Notes for Sunday June 22, 2025 Kingdom Accountability in Prophetic Times 📝 2025-06-22 Sunday Notes 🕞 Started at 6:13PM on 22 Jun, lasted 1h 10m Key Points Instructing congregation to stand and show reverence for the word of God and to be responsible. Discussing the necessity for accountability among ministers and the consequences of hypocrisy and lies in the church. Highlighting the importance of prayer, seeking God's wisdom, and the impact of personal spiritual experiences on ministry. Emphasizing the relationship between a nation's and church's condition, urging Christians to be involved in civic responsibilities, and opposing societal sins like homosexuality and abortion. Discussing the integrity required of ministers, the need for preaching the true gospel of the kingdom, and the accountability of preachers. Exploring the concept of attitude influencing altitude and the importance of humility, gratitude, and faith in believers' lives. Addressi...

When God Moves In, Everything Changes 🙏 Elder Dave

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    1. Introduction: God Has Moved In When you believe in Jesus, the Holy Spirit comes to live in you (1 Corinthians 6:19). You’re no longer just yourself. You’ve become God’s house on legs. Imagine walking around as a temple filled with divine presence. This isn’t just poetry. It changes how you eat, think, respond, and live. 2. Your Body Becomes Holy Ground Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 You are now a sacred place like Moses' burning bush. Benefit : Better Physical Health Health habits become worship. Even brushing your teeth becomes a holy act. Practical tip: Think of your body as a temple, not a snack shack. 3. You Gain a New Identity Scripture: Psalm 139:14 You are handcrafted, not mass-produced. Benefit : Stronger Self-Worth Your value comes from who lives inside you, not your social status. Practical tip: Remind yourself daily that you are chosen and cherished. 4. You Make Wiser Choices Scripture: Galatians...

Father's Day Message

Father's Day Message - Prophetess Yolanda Johnson Key Points Yolanda begins the meeting with a prayer, emphasizing the need for the Holy Spirit and Jesus to fill the room. Yolanda reflects on the power of the room and the presence of the attendees, attributing it to divine movements and healing. Yolanda introduces the topic of the reflection as 'The Love of the Father' and expresses her emotional state due to the worship. Yolanda explains the unconditional, boundless love of God as described in John 3:16, which is freely given, accepting, and sacrificial. Yolanda discusses the nature of God's unconditional love, which is not dependent on human actions or worthiness, and is exemplified by the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. Yolanda highlights the acceptance and forgiveness aspect of the Father's love, referencing the parable of the prodigal son. Summary The Love of the Father Yolanda began the reflection with a prayer, invoking the presence of the Holy Spirit...

🔥Men's Meeting 🔥 We Men of God Are on the Pulpit of Discipleship

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Below are Notes from our meeting   “We Men of God Are on the Pulpit of Discipleship” A Message on Appearance, Representation, and Responsibility I. Introduction: The Pulpit of Discipleship Opening Declaration : “We men of God are on the pulpit of discipleship.” Why? Because we all have a calling. Our lives—words and actions—preach about God. That is discipleship. II. The Power of Appearance Our actions and appearance teach others about God. People are always watching. Visuals matter: Do you look like a man of God? Humor & illustration: Wrestling a laundry basket, polka-dot pants at Sinai. III. Biblical Support for Presentation 1 Corinthians 14:40 – “Let all things be done decently and in order.” Applies not just to worship but to wardrobe: socks, shoes, and underwear. IV. Clothing as Communication Appearance = nonverbal sermon. Not about vanity, but honor and intentionality . Cleanliness, care, and composure reflect inward disci...

Wed. June 4, 2025 - The Temple and the Streets: Honoring God with Our Bodies, and Living His Love Beyond the Walls (Elder Dave)

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  Bible Session on Wed., June 4, 2025 , with Elder Dave The Temple and the Streets: Honoring God with Our Bodies, and Living His Love Beyond the Walls Audio and Written Outline Seen Below I. Introduction Brief background: decades in outreach and church ministry Reality of repetitive cycles: prison and homelessness Role of AISS (All Inclusive Support Services) with the Hampden County Sheriff's Office Heartbreak of seeing the same names come and go Personal connection: wife Maria and shared ministry The Memorial Day weekend assignment: preach about what you fill yourself with II. The Growing Crisis on the Streets Rising homelessness; no need for statistics—felt in the bones Personal loss: death of loved ones and friends on the streets Ministry journey: 2nd year in Prison Ministry, 3rd in Homeless Ministry Personal efforts: industrial soup pot and injuries from carrying it The contrast: once a small pot was enough, now a huge pot doesn’t meet the need ...

June 1, 2025 Service: Living the Early Church Power in Today’s World

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  Both Audio and Text of Today's Service is Below Opening Remarks and Scripture Reading Pastor Jose opened the meeting by referencing the book of Acts, Chapter 4, Verse 23 through 33. Pastor Jose emphasized the importance of God's blessings and the attitude of gratitude. Yolanda read a passage from the book of Acts, detailing the response of the early church to threats from the chief priests and elders. The Nature of Serving God Pastor Jose clarified that serving God is not complicated, emphasizing that complexity arises from human actions. The discussion highlighted the distinction between being called and chosen by God. Pastor Jose stressed the importance of surrendering to God and accepting the call without excuses. The Early Church and Modern Church Pastor Jose compared the early church's experience of the supernatural power of God with the modern church's experience. The early church was characterized by miracles, wonders, healings, and deliverance. The...