Hiram Revels (R-MS) became the first African American senator in 1870. Born in North Carolina in 1827, Revels attended Knox College in Illinois and later served as minister in the African Methodist Episcopal Church in Baltimore, Maryland. He raised two black regiments during the Civil War and fought at the battle of Vicksburg in Mississippi. The...
For the Lord himself, at the summons, when the archangel calls and God’s trumpet sounds, will come down from heaven, and first those who died in union with Christ will rise; 17 then those of us who are still living will be caught up with them on clouds into the air to meet the Lord,...
When it is important to you to be treated well, you must examine how you treat others. Be done with pride and cruel criticism, and align yourself with My commandment to love one another. Change your view to always give the benefit of the doubt. Your judgment of other people will come back to you...
Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. Eph 6:11-12, KJV
And without faith it is impossible to be well-pleasing (unto him); for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and (that) he is a rewarder of them that seek after him. Heb 11:6, ASV Keep living like you love Him!
There are things you can do for others and things you cannot do, and you must draw a clear line of distinction between the two. Your sympathy could cause you to cross that line and take on burdens that do not belong to you. Establish the boundaries that I have set for you by reminding...
When you get discouraged renew your faith. Set your sights on having relationship with Me. It is not necessarily about what I can and will do for you, it is a matter of eternal life which is beyond your temporary conditions in the natural realm. Invest in My word and believe! (Burns) 2 Corinthians 4:16-18...
Oh that men would praise the LORD for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men! And let them sacrifice the sacrifices of thanksgiving, and declare his works with rejoicing. Ps 107:21-22 ,KJV Stay blessed and a blessing!
Breakthrough will come in moments of progression and victory. Do not underestimate the power of My presence in your circumstances. Stay present with Me and rejoice in the small steps that result in your ultimate success. I am your helper. Go forth in strength and confidence (Burns). Psalm 46:1 God is our refuge and strength, a...
