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Avoiding Distractions

  Memo to God's Elect To: God's Elect From: Pst. JK. Woodall, Ph.D. Subject: Staying Focused on Jesus and Avoiding Distractions Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, As we journey through our faith walk, it is crucial to stay vigilant against distractions that can draw our focus away from Jesus Christ. I would like to offer you some insights and reminders to help you stay centered on our Lord. The Dangers of Shiny Objects - External Allure : Just as the Nachash (often translated as "serpent" or "snake," but also meaning "shiny one") in the Garden of Eden distracted Eve with its cunning and appealing appearance, we too can encounter shiny objects that divert our attention from God's will. *"But I am afraid that just as Eve was deceived by the serpent’s cunning, your minds may somehow be led astray from your sincere and pure devotion to Christ" (2 Corinthians 11:3).* - Temple's Splendor : The gleaming splendor of the Second Temple wa

Addressing Root Causes

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ Jesus, Grace and peace be multiplied to you in the name of our Lord and Savior! I pray that this letter finds you in good health and strong faith. Today, I want to share with you a powerful passage from the Gospel of Luke that reminds us of the transformative power of our beloved Savior, Jesus Christ. In Luke 5:17-26, we witness an extraordinary event—the healing of a paralyzed man. But what is truly remarkable about this story is not just the physical healing but how Jesus addressed the root causes of the man's condition. It is a testament to Jesus' deep love, compassion, and desire to bring complete restoration to our lives. Just as the paralyzed man had friends who brought him before Jesus, I encourage each one of you to bring your friends, family, and loved ones to Jesus. Our Lord is not merely interested in superficial solutions to our problems; He desires to address the core issues that affect our lives. Jesus knew that sin is the root

2023 Mother’s Day Prayer

    2023 Mother’s Day Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father, On this special day dedicated to honoring mothers, we come before You with grateful hearts, lifting up all mothers at Revival Center Hesperia and around the World. We thank You for the incredible gift of motherhood and for the selfless love and devotion that mothers embody. Today, we pray for every mother, regardless of their circumstances or experiences. We ask for Your abundant blessings to be poured out upon them. For the mothers who are celebrating their first Mother's Day, fill their hearts with joy and wonder as they embrace the precious gift of their newborn child. Grant them wisdom and strength as they embark on this beautiful journey of motherhood. For the mothers who have been at this noble calling for many years, we ask for renewed energy and patience. May You sustain them as they tirelessly pour out their love, care, and guidance to their children. Give them moments of rest and refreshment so that they may

Casting Off Our Crowns: Embracing the Grace of the Cross

  "The True Meaning of Humility in Our Walk with Christ" Dear Friends,  As believers, we are called to live our lives in humble service to God, recognizing that everything we have and are comes from Him. In the Bible, the act of casting off our crowns is a powerful symbol of this kind of humility and submission to God. Revelation 4:10-11 describes the scene in heaven, where the twenty-four elders cast their crowns before the throne of God and worship Him, saying, "You are worthy, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power." This act of casting off their crowns represents their recognition that all honor and glory belong to God alone, and that they are unworthy of such honor apart from His grace. In Philippians 2:5-8, Paul exhorts believers to have the same attitude as Christ, who "made Himself nothing" and "humbled Himself" by becoming a servant and dying on the cross. This is a call to humility and selflessness, even if it means sacr

Grace Upon Grace - Welcome to the New Month of May 2023

 Title: Grace Upon Grace - Welcome to the New Month of May 2023 Welcome to the month of May 2023, a new month filled with opportunities, blessings, and divine favor. As we enter into this new month, we are reminded of the words of John 1:16, which says, "From his fullness, we have all received grace upon grace." This verse reminds us that as children of God, we have access to an unlimited supply of grace, and we can expect to receive it in abundance throughout this new month. So, let us be excited and expectant as we journey through this new month. May is a month that is filled with new beginnings and fresh starts. The trees are in full bloom, and the weather is warming up, making it the perfect time to renew our minds and focus on our goals. Let us take this opportunity to reflect on our past experiences and learn from them, while also setting new goals and striving towards them. As we move through this month, let us remember that God's grace is sufficient for us. No mat

I Thirst: The Deeper Meaning of Jesus' Words on the Cross

Finding Fulfillment in Satisfying Our Spiritual Thirst Greetings to You Saints, As Jesus hung on the cross, He cried out, "I am thirsty" (John 19:28). These words may seem simple and straightforward, but they carry a deeper meaning that resonates with us to this day. In this blog post, we will explore the significance of Jesus' statement and its relevance to our lives. At first glance, Jesus' statement may seem like a mere expression of physical thirst. However, it is important to understand that Jesus was experiencing dehydration due to the intense suffering and agony of the crucifixion. His statement was a physical manifestation of His humanity, and it also fulfilled the prophecy in Psalm 69:21, which said, "They put gall in my food and gave me vinegar for my thirst." But there is a deeper meaning to Jesus' statement that goes beyond physical thirst. Jesus often used physical expressions to teach spiritual truths, and His statement "I am thirsty&q

God's timing may not be our timing, but it is always right on time

Subject:  God's Timing: The Flawless Fulfillment of Prophecy Greetings to You Brothers and Sisters in Christ Jesus, From the very beginning, God has shown us that there is a time and a season for everything. Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 reminds us that there is a time to be born and a time to die, a time to plant and a time to uproot. The psalmist declares in Psalm 31:15 that our times are in God's hands, and in Isaiah 60:22, God promises that he will act at the appointed time. Throughout the Old Testament, we see God's timing and faithfulness on full display. And then, in the New Testament, we see the culmination of God's plan for the redemption of humanity in the person of Jesus Christ. As he read from the scroll of Isaiah in the synagogue in Nazareth, Jesus declared that the prophecy of Isaiah 61:1-2 was coming true in him. "The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners

Yahweh Saves

  Subject: The Name Jesus Means "Yahweh Saves" - A Message of Salvation Dear brothers and sisters, Greetings in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Today, I want to talk to you about the significance of the name Jesus, which means "Yahweh saves." This name speaks to the very heart of our faith, as it represents the salvation that comes through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross. The Transfiguration is an important event in the New Testament and is recorded in the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke. The appearance of Moses and Elijah during the Transfiguration was a significant event for the disciples, as it confirmed Jesus' divine nature and mission. The appearance of Moses was a reminder of the law, and Elijah represented the prophets, and their appearance with Jesus on the mountain was a testimony that Jesus fulfilled the law and the prophets. Moreover, we see in the Bible that Moses, despite his faithful service, was not allowed to enter the