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APRIL 2026

April 1, 2026

KEEP THE FOCUS ON JESUS - (Matt. 17:8)

When you stop doing for GOD and for HIS CHURCH because of something negative said or done to you, you are saying I value the negative more than GOD'S many positives. The enemy of our souls does not like when we are doing good things in GOD'S CHURCH. May I encourage you to stay focused on JESUS CHRIST and not on negatives or other distractions. JESUS will pay every man according to the work that we do (Rev. 22:12). One of the biggest challenges for the church today is for us to keep our spiritual eyes focused on JESUS in the midst of this world's turmoil and despair. In some cases man is getting more attention, praise and honor than JESUS.  Some people will glorify and praise man and never mention JESUS and some leaders would rather get praises from man than to do things to please GOD. (John 12:43). Distractions are all around us in the world today trying to get us to focus more on the negative problems and situations than focusing on JESUS, the solution who must be first in our lives. Do not let the negatives of man cause you to be discouraged and stop doing for GOD and HIS Church. Yes, KEEP THE FOCUS ON JESUS. GOD bless you.

April 2, 2026

SUBMIT AND RESIST!

As believers we are to submit (to yield oneself to the authority or will of another: surrender) to God (Jesus) and His Word.  We are being perfected day-by-day as we submit to Him.  He is proud and pleased with us when we submit to His will; give up our will; give up our way of thinking; and give up our way of doing things.  On the other hand we must resist (defy, fight, oppose) the devil, his ways; his tricks; and his influences.  His agenda is to destroy us.  He hates us and doesn't want the best for us.  He wants us to be miserable and he wants us to be lost eternally.

James 4:7 - Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.

April 3, 2026

THE LOVE FOR FIVE vs. THE LOVE FOR MILLIONS - (Luke 16:28; John 3:16)

The rich man found himself in hell, but loved his five brothers and wanted a message to be sent to them not to come to "... this place of torment" (Luke 16:23; 28). But GOD so loved the world that HE sends a message to everyone in the world to believe on HIS SON JESUS CHRIST so that they do not perish in the "place of torment", but have everlasting life in heaven. May everyone listen to the message of the rich man to his brothers (Luke 16:19-31) and run to and accept the message from GOD to believe on JESUS (John 3:16).

Finally, my message to everyone is please believe and accept GOD'S message to believe on HIS SON JESUS CHRIST so that you will "have everlasting life". GOD bless you.

April 6, 2026

TROUBLE - (John 14:1)

I will define trouble as an unexpected unpleasant experience that brings distress, difficulty, mental, physical, or spiritual challenge, etc. Trouble does not have one leg, but many legs that can cause trouble to catch up with you speedily. It is not GOD'S will for believers to be troubled (John 14:1), but often we bring trouble on ourselves by what we say or do. Sometimes we know what not to do, but we do it anyhow. Sometimes we know what not to say, but we say it anyhow. Many of us let anger and self bring trouble on ourselves and sometimes there is a tendency to blame others for our troubles.  Sometimes our troubles travels with a mirror and it is not to see others, but to see ourselves. Yes, sometimes we cause a lot of troubles on ourselves by not consulting GOD first and wait for HIS response before we do things.  "Wait on the LORD, be of good courage..." (Psalm 27:14). Sometimes we open the door for trouble to come in by letting our feelings, our temper, our way, our flesh, our mind dictates what we say or do instead of consulting GOD first. GOD bless you.

April 7, 2026

"THE COMFORTER HAS COME!"

After the resurrection of Jesus, He appeared among His disciples on several occasion. But there came a time when He had to ascend back into Heaven (Psalm 24). The wonderful thing about Jesus is, He is always with us! Jesus said in His word that, He will send the Comforter which is the Holy Ghost. (St. John 14:18-19). On the Day of Pentecost in Acts chapter 2, they were all on one accord in one place and the (Comforter) came and they were all filled with the Holy Ghost. 

St. John 14:26 - But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you.  

God Bless You!

April 8, 2026

THE SEVEN CHURCHES - WHICH CHURCH ARE YOU? (Rev. chapters 2  and 3)

The seven churches in Revelation chapters 2 and 3 all heard GOD'S warning words "he that hath an ear, let him hear what the SPIRIT saith unto the churches". Today it does not matter where you or your church is located, but what matter is, are you listening with your natural and spiritual ears to what the HOLY SPIRIT is saying so that you can be like the churches at Smyrna and Philadelphia. Those two churches were the only ones that were holy ready for death or the rapture and needed not to repent. All the other five churches whose sins were listed, needed to repent. We as saved believers are the Church, the body of JESUS CHRIST (1 Corinthians 12:27), and we must not hesitate to repent when we have sinned in any form (word, thought, or deed). Let us all strive to be like an ever ready Smyrna (Rev. 2: 8-11) and Philadelphia (Rev. 3: 7-13) churches. The Bible encourages us to "...be ye also ready; for in such an hour as ye think not the SON OF MAN cometh" (Matt. 24:44). GOD bless you.

APRIL 9, 2026

SWEET WORDS!

Many of us love sweets, whether it's candies; cookies; cakes; pies; and ice cream, etc.  We enjoy these types of sweets every now and then. On the spiritual side, the Word of God (Jesus) is Sweet. We can get enjoyment from it, as many times a day as we like.

Psalms 119:103-105 - How sweet are thy words unto my taste! yea, sweeter than honey to my mouth! Through thy precepts I get understanding: therefore I hate every false way. Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.

Psalms 119:133 - Order my steps in thy word: and let not any iniquity have dominion over me.

Psalms 119:140 - Thy word is very pure: therefore thy servant loveth it.

April 10, 2026

AN ENEMY CALLED DEATH - (1 Corinthians 15:26)

There are two deaths, physical and spiritual. I will define enemy as one who hates you or who is opposed to your good, life, family, or well being.  Death is always in opposition to life. Death brings sorrow, hurt, pain, and also impacts on ones' hope, future, and friends. Every family has lost someone to physical death. GOD told Adam that the day he eats of the forbidden fruit tree he will "... surely die" (Gen. 2: 16-17). Adam's disobedience brought physical and spiritual death upon all human being and the spiritual death separated man from GOD'S presence. But GOD loves us so much that in order to redeem man, JESUS had to experience the same two deaths and separation from GOD THE FATHER (Matt. 27: 46).  JESUS who knew no sin became as a sinner for us in order to make us who believe on HIM restored to have eternal life.(John 10:10; 2 Corinthians 5:21) The Bible says "... the wages of sin is death, but the gift of GOD is eternal life through JESUS CHRIST our LORD (Rom. 6:23). Thank GOD for JESUS' death on Calvary and the power of HIS RESURRECTION (John 11:25). HIS resurrection took away the sting power of death from Satan and made us strong who believe on JESUS and accept HIM as LORD and  SAVIOR (1 Corinthians15:54-57).  The enemy death is now like a bee or scorpion who is still around, but cannot hurt or make you sin because the sting power of death has been cut off (Rom. 6:14). JESUS'  Victory on Calvary has killed and swallow up death so that we may have everlasting life (1 Corinthians 15:54). GOD bless you.

April 13, 2026

DO GOOD - (Gal. 6:9-10; Rom. 12:21)

One of the most challenging things in the world by humans to another and by some countries leaders is doing unselfish good. Many people especially the elderly have fallen victim to scammers who enjoy doing evil to people. Some people in trying to do good becomes victim to evil doers. Some people struggle to do good because when they would do good evil is present (Rom. 7:21). So doing good especially to strangers can become very complex at times. In the story of the good Samaritan the priest may have been scared of roadside tricksters, but that does not excuse him of not helping the half dead man like what the Samaritan did (Luke 10:25-37). He could have gotten some helpers. The believer has to be very wise and prayerful about what good to do, when and how to do good. One thing for sure, when the opportunity arises you should do good even to your enemies and always overcome evil by doing good (Rom. 12:20-21 ). GOD bless you.

April 14, 2026

“PRAISE GOD NO MATTER YOUR  CIRCUMSTANCES!”

There is one thing that the enemy doesn’t like and it’s Praising God especially during the most difficult life situations. The devil doesn’t like to see us worshiping and praising God, because he also understands true worship. He will use your circumstances to stop you from giving God what rightly belongs to Him. I would encourage you, that even in your most darkest circumstances never stop praising and worshipping God! The scripture tells us to “Rejoice in the Lord, O ye righteous: for praise is comely for the upright” (Psalm 33:1). Everyone’s situation may be different, and it may not be easy. However, despite the level of what you’re dealing with, Praise God anyway, because “praise confuses the enemy”. 

Psalm 34:1, 3 - I will bless the Lord at all times: his praise shall continually be in my mouth”. “O magnify the Lord with me, and let us exalt his name together.”

God Bless You!

April 15, 2026

THE NAME JESUS - (Philippians 2:10-11; Psalm 100: 3)

" ... The CHURCH is all about JESUS" (NMOAC  motto).

The song writer says, "let's talk about JESUS, the KING of kings is HE, The LORD of lords supreme throughout eternity. The great I AM THE WAY, the TRUTH, the LIFE, the DOOR, let's talk about JESUS more and more".  There  should never be a time in our churches where the Name JESUS is hardly mentioned, but in some churches it is sadly becoming so. I agree with the above writer that we need to talk about JESUS who is the head of the church more and more and not less and less (Col. 1:18). JESUS is not a Christmas time or Easter time star of programs for those times only, HE is an all year center of the attention in the church. JESUS says "... without ME ye can do nothing" (John 15:5). The Bible also lets us know that because of JESUS we are able to live, move, and have our being (Acts 17:28). JESUS CHRIST is GOD in flesh (1 Tim. 3:16; Psalm 100:3; Acts 9:5). JESUS CHRIST is our ONLY CREATOR GOD, our future, our hope, our life, our strong tower, our everything (Prov. 18:10; John 1:1-3; Eph. 3:9 ; Heb. 1:1-2). Demons, sicknesses, problems, etc. are all subject to the Name JESUS (Luke 10:19). So let's worship more JESUS, let's talk, teach, and preach more JESUS Name and HE gets all the glory (Psalm 34:3; Psalm 86:12). TGBTG. 

GOD bless you.

April 16, 2026

SPIRITUAL SOLDIERS!

Thank God (Jesus) for the Soldiers that have served and for those that are currently serving our country.  Many have served or are serving in the Army; the Marine Corps; the Navy; the Air Force; and the Coast Guard, etc.   We need all these military groups to help keep our country safe.  Just  like we need these natural Soldiers forces, we also need Spiritual Soldiers.  These type of Soldiers will fight the devil and his evil forces, with the help of (God) Jesus.  We will also use our Spiritual  weapons like the Word of God; our faith; fasting; prayer for ourselves; intercessory prayer for others and our fellowship with each other.  We may suffer sicknesses; attacks from the devil; tests; trials; and tribulations, but we have to stay in the fight.   Lastly, we don't retire from our mission, we will be on this mission until death.  

1 Timothy 6:12 - Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life, whereunto thou art also called, and hast professed a good profession before many witnesses.

April 17, 2026

THE POWER OF HUMILITY - (James 4:10; Micah 6:8)

One definition of humility is having a modest low estate of one's own importance, very unselfish and is not proud. In order to demonstrate humility, you must have a choice of one or the other. In order for anyone to be saved, he must humble himself and he must be able to have the choice of humbling self or refusing to humble self and follow JESUS.

Where money is concerned a poor man cannot humble himself, but a rich man can. Where wisdom is concerned, a fool cannot humble himself, but a wise man can. A homeless man cannot humble himself, but a man living in a mansion can humble himself. Where education is concerned a man with only an elementary education cannot humble himself, but one with a real PhD can. Where royalty is concerned a poor peasant cannot humble himself, but a king can. One that has nothing cannot humble himself, but one that has much can humble himself and be as if he has nothing. 

JESUS CHRIST coming into the world is our ultimate example of humility. HE could have come with glorious splendor of angelic entourage and be in the most expensive inn, but instead HE chose to be born in an animal stable, and his crib was the trough that the animals eat out of (manger). The Bible encourages us to "be clothed with humility, for GOD resisteth the proud, and giveth grace to the humble..." (James 4:10; 1 Peter 5: 5-6). Remember every good and perfect stuff you and I have came from GOD, therefore we must be kind to others and humble ourselves and give GOD all of the glory (Matt. 23:12). GOD bless you.

April 20, 2026

GOD'S NAME - (Rom. 10:13; Col. 3:17)

Do you know the name of your GOD/god? Every false idol god has a specific personal name. THE ONE TRUE CREATOR, OMNIPOTENT,  OMNISCIENT, OMNIPRESENT GOD has a specific personal name. Usually the word god is a title and not a specific personal name. Titles such as father, son, Lord, spirit, etc. all have a name. Every father, every son, every lord, every spirit has a specific personal name. In the Old Testament GOD THE FATHER was known by several names such as THE I AM, ELOHIM, JEHOVAH, ADONAI, etc. In the New Testament GOD THE FATHER SPIRIT used one name, and that name is JESUS.  JESUS is GOD THE FATHER SPIRIT "GOD... manifest in the flesh..." (1 Tim. 3:16). David said "know ye that the LORD HE is GOD..." (Psalm 100:3). Saul on the ground asked the one who knocked him off of his horse "who art thou LORD? And the LORD identified HIMSELF with HIS name and said "I am JESUS..." (Acts 9:5). So in order to be saved one must believe in the name JESUS (Acts 10:43; Acts 4:12), and one must repent then do what JESUS said in Matt. 28:19 be baptized in GOD the FATHER'S NAME and the father's name is JESUS. JESUS said "I am come in my FATHER'S NAME" (John 5:43; John 10:25; John 12:28); be baptized in the name of the SON, and THE SON'S name is JESUS (Matt. 1:21-23); be baptized in the name of the HOLY SPIRIT and the HOLY GHOST the COMFORTER who is sent in the name JESUS (John 14:26). The disciples carried out  JESUS' instructions by doing all in the name JESUS (Rom. 10:13; Col. 3:17) and baptizing the believers in the NAME JESUS (Acts 10:48; Acts 19:5; Acts 2:38; Matt. 1:21). Finally, the saving name of GOD in the dispensation of grace, in the world and in the church today is JESUS (Acts 4:12). Now, do you know the name of your GOD? GOD bless you.

April 21, 2026

"DELIGHT YOURSELF IN THE LORD!"

Taking great pleasure in God is not merely doing so because of what we can get from Him, but it’s keenly because of who He is. God's desire for us is always right, even when we can’t see or understand it. However, when we have the longing for the things of God, He will give us the desires of our heart according to His will. God will also give us more, abundantly above all we can even ask or think. As someone would say, God is not easy at all! I encourage you to allow God to shape your desires, and your life will be peaceful and joyous. Seeking and or putting God first pleases Him, and that’s what God wants us to do (Matt. 6:33). 

Psalm 37:4 - Delight thyself also in the Lord; and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart.

April 22, 2026

DON'T IT THE HOLY GHOST (SPIRIT) - (John 16:7-8,13; John 14:26)

I know that in Acts 2:1-3 the word IT is seen, so I am not saying that anyone is wrong to refer being filled with the HOLY GHOST as being "filled with it, when I got it or I received it". However, I am recommending that you make a change by saying I received HIM or I was filled with HIM, or just say the whole words HOLY GHOST instead of it. In John 16:7-8,13, the masculine gender him and he is used in referring to the HOLY GHOST (SPIRIT). The usage of the word it is understood in a given sentence structure and sometimes it is referring to a non-person such as an inanimate object, which is a non-living or a lifeless thing that lacks consciousness. The HOLY GHOST is the living conscious powerful SPIRIT of the living GOD in the Church (us) today. "But ye shall receive power after that the HOLY GHOST is come upon you..." (Acts 1:8; Rom. 15:13). The HOLY GHOST is not a lifeless it inanimate object. A chair, a table, a book, etc. are all lifeless inanimate objects. But the HOLY GHOST is GOD manifesting HIMSELF in SPIRIT in the Church (us) today, so that we can be endowed with the gifts of the SPIRIT and also of the FRUIT of the SPIRIT (1 Corinth. 12:1-11; Gal. 5:22-26). Every believer needs to be filled with the HOLY SPIRIT. I am not condemning anymore, I am just enlightening my brothers and sisters to use the words he or him instead of it when referring to the HOLY GHOST. TGBTG and GOD bless you.

April 23, 2026

CONFIDENCE IN THE HOLY GHOST!

When we have to accomplish a task whether it's something spiritually related; business related; or personally related; we have to have confidence ("faith" or "belief" that one will act in a right, proper, or "effective way") in the Holy Ghost (God/Jesus).  God has given the Believers Holy Ghost power, so when we have to accomplish something we are not doing the tasks on our own strength, we are depending on God to help us.  So don't be intimidated when you have to accomplish something, ask for God's help, then move forward by Faith trusting in Him to help you if your task does not go against His will.  He is willing and more than able to help you, nothing is a challenge for Him.  He created all things so He can control all things.

Acts 1:8 - But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth.

Ephesians 3:20-21 - Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us, Unto him be glory in the church by Christ Jesus throughout all ages, world without end. Amen.

April 24, 2026

THE BEST SLEEP - (Rev. 14:13; 1 Thessa. 4:14)

Many of us can truly say that we have never heard of so many deaths than we are hearing in these last days.  The sad thing is that many of the deaths are our love ones, our friends, or someone that we were acquainted with. We judge no one, but unfortunately not everyone of these deaths are saved believers. Death for the true and holy believer is the best sleep. "Blessed are the dead which die in the LORD..." (Rev. 14:13). There are only two places that you can sleep (die), either in JESUS CHRIST or out of JESUS CHRIST, "...even so them also which sleep in JESUS will GOD bring with HIM..." (1 Thessa. 4:14). A man went and slept with a prostitute and when he woke up in the morning she was gone with his wallet and money. He went to sleep in the wrong place. Since no sin or unrepentant sinner can enter heaven, you must make sure while you are awake (alive) that you have given your life to JESUS CHRIST, so that you will only sleep where you want to wake up. GOD bless you.

April 27, 2026

REAL MEN

MEN AS LEADERS IN THE HOME AND IN THE CHURCH - (Gen. 2:20-25)

(The NMOAC Men's  Anniversary Weekend)

Let us encourage all of our men to be more involved in the responsibilities and progress of the home and the church.

Thank GOD for many of our women at home and at the church who have proven in many cases to be more dedicated in the home and in the church more than some of our men.

In the beginning GOD made man first, then later HE became the first Anesthesiologist and surgeon, who put Adam to sleep and performed a surgical C-section like procedure on man and took one of his ribs to make a woman as man's wife and help meet (Gen. 2:20-25). Eve was to help Adam to meet his responsibilities in the garden. Man should not be a boss in the home, but one who leads by example of respect which he should not demand, but earn by being responsible. The leader man must be the loving and the caring protector of the woman and the family at home and church and not an abuser. Men let us raise our responsibility bar higher in doing more for GOD, our family, and our women at home and at church. 

GOD bless you.

April 28, 2026

"SURRENDER ALL TO JESUS"!

Just like a mother cares for her child/children, even so the more Jesus cares for us. When we surrender our all to Jesus, He takes good care of us. We should give our hurts, our pain, cares of life, our burdens, our thoughts, our worries, and anything that we face in life, to Jesus. God really cares about us, and as His children He wants the best for us. “Cast all of your cares upon Him for He cares for you”. (I Peter 5:7). When Mary and Martha were sorrowful that their brother Lazarus was dead, Jesus gave them comfort by assuring them that he would rise again. (John 11:23-26). Jesus also wept when He saw how sorrowful they were. We can give all of our cares to Jesus, because, “He is touched by the feelings of our infirmities”. (Hebrews 4:15). When we surrender all to God, He will make everything alright! 

“All to Jesus I surrender, All to Him I freely give; I will ever love and trust Him, in His presence daily live”. ~ J.W. Van De Venter, & W. S. Weeden. 

April 29, 2026

BE REAL, BE HONEST - (Acts 5:1-13; Philippians 4:13)

GOD is with us when we are honest and don't try to deceive or try to impress and to make things look like what it is not. GOD delights in us who do not try to fake it or take HIS glory. Honesty and truthfulness are what GOD wants from us. None of us can ever be so smart to fool GOD. Yes, we can fool only some of the people some of the time, but none of us can fool GOD/HOLY GHOST any of the time (Acts 5:1-13). Admit your weakness to GOD so HE can strengthen you. I believe every one of us has a secret weak spot and sometimes only GOD and you and sometimes a certain few knows our weak spot. Some people's weak spots are food, lying, deceptiveness, stealing, lusting, revenge, unforgiveness, thought thinking wrong things, hating another human being, spending, pride, robbing GOD, chronic tardiness for GOD'S business, etc., etc. If we admit our weaknesses to GOD, HE will faithfully strengthen us. Yes, be real, be honest and never blame another person for your weak spot (1 John 1:9). GOD bless you.

 

April 30, 2026

BE CAREFUL FOR NOTHING!

As believers we should not worry about things so much.  God (Jesus) sees everything and He will fix every situation in His own time.  The time you spend worrying about something could be used to accomplish something else.  When we worry it can be burdensome and overwhelming and may even give you a headache.  Why put yourself through that type of discomfort.  When issues confront you that's a challenge, ask God to work out the situation and let it go.  He knows how to solve any problem. He has helped you before and He will help you again.      

Philippians 4:6-7 - Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.  And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

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