When all the Dust Settles

You ever wonder why God tells Christians to consistently gather in places like local churches? Consider what God said:

"and let us consider how to stimulate one another to love and good deeds,

25 not forsaking our own assembling together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another; and all the more as you see the day drawing near" (Hebrews 10:24-25).

 Christian's have a special place before God.  People determined to function in this "worlds" evil, greedy, and cruel system, have issues with our hope in Christ and our practice of biblical values.  This is at the root of Christian persecution .  Worldly people attack us because of the Jesus they see in us (John 15:18-20).

When all the dust settles, Christians, we have each other.  Do not focus on skin color,  focus on the biblical values a person calling themselves a Christian believes and practices.

Christians get in a local church with Christians who obey God's Word and demonstrates love for each other.  Yes reach the world for Christ, to expand the kingdom, but always remember, in our doing good in the world, God gave us each other.

God Bless,

Pastor Brian E. Kennedy

Need Help?

Getting started is harder on some days (like Monday morning after a long weekend) than on other days.

Coffee helps, but does not hit the bullseye.

Try stopping what you are doing (especially if you are "spinning your wheels") and pray.

"Therefore let us draw near with confidence to the throne of grace, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need" (Heb. 4:16).

Christians, stop right now and ask God for the help you need for today.

God Bless,

Pastor Brian E. Kennedy, Sr.

Cherished Relationships

Cherished relationships are powerful and will result in our improvement (Prov. 27:17).

With life's seasoning, I cherish healthy relationship more than ever.

On November 5th., God gave Hilda and I, twenty two years of marriage. He also gave us a memorable weekend together.

God is right: "A man who finds a wife finds a good thing and obtains favor from the LORD" (HCSB).

Take time to think about your most cherished relationship(s), and do something together to make precious memories.

God Bless,

Pastor Brian E. Kennedy, Sr.

What is Your Standard?

Do you possess high standards in everything you do?  I am not referring to perfectionism which is often rooted in the desire to not be rejected or criticized. Nor am I referring to doing things well because you want something in return such as a payment, a good grade, a contract, a special relationship, etc.  Possess high standards because high standards are a Christian value rooted in the Word of God.

Christian's use God's standard for everything you do:  "Whatever you do, do your work heartily, as for the Lord rather than for men,

24 knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance. It is the Lord Christ whom you serve" (Col. 3:23-24).

God Bless,

Pastor Brian E. Kennedy, Sr.

Confidence Builder's

What can the Christian do to build confidence?  

1. Draw upon the strength you have in Christ.  Discouragement from failure can shut you down.  Try again with divine power.  "I can do all things through Him who strengthens me" (Phil. 4:13).
2. Think Positive.                    Life can cause us to develop a negative attitude as we see and process things.  Yet God commands us to think positive.  "Finally, brethren, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is of good repute, if there is any excellence and if anything worthy of praise, dwell on these things" (Phil. 4:8).

Christians, go forth with confidence.

God Bless,

Pastor Brian E. Kennedy, Sr.

Trick or Treat?

What is known as Halloween has become a billion dollar industry for costumes parties and "trick or treat."

Christians, have fun at alternative safe events (Harvest Festivals, etc), and reach people for Christ.

Do not get tricked into thinking all is fun and games on Oct. 31st. The sinister, dark, and bloody practices to discern the future still exist on Oct. 31st.

Some cruel people even blend in to safe events to create destructive outcomes.

How should Christian's handle Oct. 31st. activities?

10 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of His might.

11 Put on the full armor of God, so that you will be able to stand firm against the schemes of the devil.  12 For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the powers, against the world forces of this darkness, against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places (Eph. 6:10-12).

Christian's make tonight a treat by sharing the message about Christ in the power of the Lord.

God Bless,

Pastor Brian E Kennedy, Sr.

Should you blast them?

When someone makes a mistake, or is caught red-handed in wrongdoing, should you blast them?

If you are quick to point out, and punish the faults of others, what do you want when you make a mistake, or are caught doing wrong?  

Yes, wrongdoers must face the consequences for their wrong, but what attitude should Christian's have in the process?

God said have a "G61" attitude:  

"Brethren, even if anyone is caught in any trespass, you who are spiritual, restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness; each one looking to yourself, so that you too will not be tempted" (Galatians 6:1).

With mild, humble consideration (gentleness), Christian's are to restore broken people back to good health.

God Bless,

Pastor Brian E. Kennedy, Sr.