"What TIME Is It?"

 "TIME was passing like a hand waving from a train I wanted to be on... I hope you never have to think about anything as much as I think about you."      --Jonathan Safran Foer

Many times I wonder if I had got on a flight whether it's land, sea, or air transportation to see you would have changed my life...

In a wintry day like now impassioned me to one more time think how elusive the chase of loving someone so deep but loving you back unrequitedly. In these moments of  flashbacks, I kind of smile and feeling human that I had these memories to go back to--a reminder that it is still cool to think of you like that every now and then...It's not a bondage or some form of escape and denial. It's is purely the heart that gives way to a thing in the past...

So, what time is it? Metaphorically, it's that time again to mend those thoughts to a higher ground. But realistically, time is fleeting. 

A Divine Reconnection...

God's grace abounds...

There are truly people in your lives that gets a chance to get reconnected to you. It's not a happenstance especially if you're both in the faith. You just have to thank the Lord that he orchestrated every detail of the divine encounter.

I met Noreen when I was in my senior year in college and she was a sophomore in 1980. We went to the same university and we were both members in the university G-Clef. That was one of my highlights in the university where we get to sing as an ensemble to different venues , mostly in grand hotels. Even though we didn't get paid for the performances but the exposure and the camaraderie and budding friendships that are built and developed during rehearsals and live performances were worth the taking...

However, the greatest fulfillment I ever did with Noreen together was the time I invited her to a Christian fellowship where there was praise and worship, Scripture reading, and shared testimonies. I know that this was foreign to her, even overwhelming at that time but I believe that, that night would be the beginning of a threshold in the spiritual sense.

Aside from being a nurturing soul, Noreen has always been resilient, witty, and very respectful. She knows her domain, where she stands on things and issues. Her pretty face accentuates her expressive eyes and amusing dimples that's why when she smiles, you reconcile with that smile and smile back.

After 40 years of not having heard her voice, tonight was the epitome of serendipity. How amazing these moments are when you realize that four decades is ancient but the memories are like revival in your spirit. We talked for nearly two hours and encapsulated these moments in the presence of God. We both feel that God's grace abounds and how God made it happen tonight was very surreal. 

My heart is full of gratitude... I feel very Blessed in God's will!

Thank You Lord for the Blessing.

'Thank You Lord For Your Faithfulness..."

 Day 21 of 2021

Worship service tonight to celebrate our victory for completing 21 days for the Daniel Fast...

It was very surreal--it couldn't have happened on a perfect night like tonight. To be worshipping the Lord for one hour and a half without any interruption was so refreshing to the soul. The songs sang tonight were in no doubt led by the Holy Spirit because you could feel it. The atmosphere was purely the work of His presence amongst us. I didn't want it to end but it has to for now. There will be a time when worshipping and glorifying God is all we do...in Heaven.   

This Message Permeates My Soul...Truth Be Told!

 Day 20 of 2021

Courtesy: Google Content...

God-speed, President Trump...

 Day 19 of 2021

One day at a time...Looking back, in retrospect, President Trump gave voice to the unborn children who will never have a chance to live out the will of God for their lives. He strongly supported Christian religious beliefs and stood for Israel as a nation. He accomplished the majority of his promises when the people elected him as the President in 2016 and we may never know what really happened in the November 2020 presidential election because that freedom and liberty to find out the truth of it all was curtailed and stifled during the Capitol riot. I may be an ordinary citizen of the United States of America but I love this country. But I am a child of God first. Every child of God must occupy until the Lord comes. Our greatest commission is to share the good news that God is coming back for his unblemished church. And that we should live each day, vigilant of his coming and testify what Jesus Christ did for us, how our sinful lives were transformed and redeemed by the precious blood of the lamb...I heard one pastor said that if every Christian can lead one unbeliever to a sinner's prayer and make Jesus their personal Savior & Lord, this world will become a Christian world. And I felt so guilty because I haven't done that in years. If I'm only good at writing about it but not actually leading one for the kingdom of God, then what good would I be if I'm not winning souls?

God Bless You and Your Family, President Trump. You were a good vessel that God used to make America great again...I pray that God will continue to use you wherever you are. You will always be a strong pillar of the Christian faith!

" I believe..."

   

Day 18 0f 2021
  It's an old song favorite of mine...But Robin Herd's version of this song makes it more timeless with Randy Knaps and on the piano, Brian Heney!

Psalms 91: 1-16

 

Day 17 of 2021

Since the inception of Covid 19 and every morning when I get up, I am on my knees praying Psalms 91:1-16 to myself, my children and families, and my brothers and sisters in Christ. I believe it in my heart that reading the Word, praying the Word, believing the Word of God, and sharing the Word with the right people that don't carry suspicion and doubt are effective ways to combatting this so-called virus.

Another thing that we should remember wisely that to me it all comes down to how strong your immune system is. How do you take good care of yourself? Spiritually and physically. It's a lot of work to keep you and me healthy and strong. But that's the way it is: nothing in this life is easy. God did not promise us not to have tribulations but if we're truly wise, we ask him to guide us and lead the way. We'll get through anything with God on our side. He already had prepared the Way before us. 

It is just so important that we keep our trust in Him and not what our eyes see in the natural. That is what you call Faith & Hope. Hebrews 11:1 (KJV)says that Now Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. However, we must continue to have our Faith in the right direction. We can't put our trust in our politicians or our government officials especially if their policies don't align with the Word of God. Our shield, armor is the Word of God. What men say is fallible but God's Bible is infallible. Take heart that you know...