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Bruised But No Longer Broken

Francina J. Jamison | Wednesday, July 14 2010 | Comments (3)

As I am approaching my 55th birthday, I did some reflecting this morning following my prayer time. There has been a whole lot of trauma and drama in my life through these years. I now know that it has all been "orchestrated" by God and it is helping to fulfill His purpose in my own life. The trauma started at ...

Is A Father Accountable For The Sins Of The Sons?

Mark Parks | Monday, June 14 2010 | Add a Comment

In today’s world it is so important that men who are fathers have a strong positive influence in their son’s lives. So many young men and boys today have the wrong definition of what it means to be a man. Without the proper guidance and direction of godly fathers, many of our young men will be headed for trouble. So ...

In The Field: Come, Hear & Witness The Experience

Say So! Editors | Thursday, June 10 2010 | Add a Comment

Rev. Terrye Ashby shares a captivating travelogue of her recent ministry in Albania, Greece, and Turkey LIVE VIDEO STREAM AVAILABLE HERE ON JUNE 11, 2010 @ 7:30 PM A Night Of MiraclesHighlights of a Missionary Journey Friday, June 11, 2010 – 7:30 P.M.atNew Solid Rock Fellowship Church3523 Ellen Road – Baltimore, MD 21244(Behind Hip Hop Chicken - off 8100 block of Liberty Road) Visit places ...

Frankly Speaking: Spring Cleaning

Bernice Coles | Wednesday, June 9 2010 | Comments (1)

Spring is in the air, and we are well on our way to summer. I love hot weather, and joking kept asking for – August during the East Coast blizzard this February. Whatever the state of the weather there is something I love to do….home organizing. I love seeing things come in order and after months of dark evenings and ...

Why Are Good Men And Women Rejected?

Mark Parks | Wednesday, June 9 2010 | Add a Comment

Rejection is something we all have experienced in some form or another. If not careful, rejection can lead to several emotional and psychological traumas like, low self-esteem, discouragement, anger, depression, and suicidal thoughts. The word reject is defined as- refuse to accept, consider or grant. Just the very definition of the word alone, brings hurtful feelings when it’s been done ...

What God Did For Job?

Devon A. Blackwood | Wednesday, June 2 2010 | Add a Comment

Nothing says “suffering” like the story of Job, a wealthy man who lost everything he had gained: cattle, money, home, health, and children. We know he prayed regularly, and fasted too, but still, everything was taken from him. We cannot help but feel for Job, when we read about his losses and the overwhelming sorrow and distress he experienced. We have ...

In The Field: Hundreds Came Forth

Say So! Editors | Tuesday, June 1 2010 | Add a Comment

At the beginning of each service the drama team presented a special play that demonstrated the love and saving power of Jesus Christ. Two of the three nights Marilyn preached from the Gospels of Jesus’ power to heal and prayed for people concerning various ailments, habits and infirmities. On the other night, Sarah preached an illustrated message on Jesus ability to manifes...

Shout Out: What & Who Is The Holy Spirit?

Say So! Editors | Friday, May 28 2010 | Add a Comment

God in three persons; Father, Spirit, Son. That is the trinity. Most Christians have an understanding of the Father and the Son. But when it comes to the Spirit there tends to be confusion about who the Spirit is and what the Spirit does. Author Winfield Bevins gives us a better comprehension of the Holy Spirit and it's role in our ...

Shout Out: 5 Online Commentaries and Resources To Help You Study

Say So! Editors | Wednesday, May 26 2010 | Add a Comment

Pastors, preachers and teachers of the gospel spend a lot of time studying the Word of God in search of divine inspiration. The main focus of their ministries is often to pour out godly enlightenment to the people God has given to them. Where do preachers and the like go when they need to be enlightened? One of our favorite sites ChurchCrunch.com just posted an ...

In The Field: Air Of Excitement

Say So! Editors | Tuesday, May 25 2010 | Add a Comment

After the food distribution, we went back to the hotel and then the drama team took a short walk to the NATO building for our first rehearsal. I decided to participate in the drama because of Sis. Vida’s encouragement and as it turned out, I was blessed beyond measure. It was a sacrifice though as we were required to rehearse for severa...

In The Field: In The Midst Of Missions

Say So! Editors | Tuesday, May 25 2010 | Add a Comment

Yesterday was magnificent! We started our day with a 6 AM wakeup call and breakfast at 7. After eating, we were lead in wonderful praise and worship by psalmist Sis. Shirley from Marilyn’s staff. Then Marilyn and Sarah greeted us and anointed our hands for miracles. Prayers on various prayer points were lifted by various members of the team. Marilyn shared with us ...

In The Field: A Modern Day Missions Trip

Say So! Editors | Tuesday, May 18 2010 | Add a Comment

The Bible instructs us to "go ye therefore, and teach all nations," in Matthew 28. This command is the foundation of the call of missionaries -- those that travel to foriegn lands to share the gospel with unbelievers. Christian missionaries are often thought of as historical figures, going deep into uncharted lands to preach to primative, polytheistic cultures but the missions field is very much ...

Frankly Speaking:Are You A Good Solider?

Bernice Coles | Monday, May 17 2010 | Add a Comment

We celebrate a lot of holidays. Armed Forces Day, was just celebrated on Saturday, May 15, 2010. As I thought about what that means in a bigger context, I thought about a song entitled, I’m a Soldier in the Army of the Lord.” As I like to say, that song is from way back. As Christians, we are considered soldiers. ...

Is It Wrong To Walk Away From My Mortgage?

Say So! Editors | Thursday, May 13 2010 | Comments (3)

The world is currently in the midst of unprecedented economic turmoil. Often termed The Great Recession, the economic downturn of the last couple of years has placed people in uncomfortable circumstances. Many people have found themselves owning homes that they can not afford. And those that can afford their monthly payment are more than likely saddled with a property that ...

Faith Forum: Dear God, What Do I Say To My Friend?

Min. Robert & Dr. Astra Brantley - Submit your questions to faithforum@saysomagazine.com | Tuesday, May 11 2010 | Comments (1)

QUESTION: I know a couple that is lost in the world. They aren't married and the female has two children in DYFS and is doing her best to straighten up. Her boyfriend clings to her and manipulates her every move because he knows that she is his easy ticket out. She knows he is not good for her but is dependent ...

Playing Catch With God

Michael Wilmot | Monday, May 10 2010 | Add a Comment

When my son was five, playing catch with him was a frustration. I would toss the ball and he would flail away as it passed by and scamper off to retrieve it, under bushes or other time wasters. With the ball in hand he would rush back to his position and fling his arms wildly, throwing the ball towards me, ...

Lord Jesus Christ Hit By Car

Say So! Editors | Friday, May 7 2010 | Add a Comment

While sitting in a parking lot recently, my kids and I noticed a very unique name emblazoned on the glass door in front of our car. The first name of this local financial advisor was Colon. We spent about five minutes laughing about how he must have been the "butt" of jokes and jeers as a teenager and came up with ...

Shout Out: MorningChurchAnnouncements.com

Say So! Editors | Thursday, May 6 2010 | Add a Comment

If you're looking for a Christian event to attend in the D.C.-Baltimore-Philadephia region then we have the perfect website for you. Morning Church Announcements is a website that features information on quality Christian events. If you want to see Kirk Franklin or if you're looking for a Christian camp for your kids this site can help connect you. This site also allows you ...

Faith Forum: My "Soul Mate" Is A Muslim

Min. Robert & Dr. Astra Brantley - Submit your questions to faithforum@saysomagazine.com | Tuesday, May 4 2010 | Comments (6)

QUESTION: I am a Christian and have been dating a Muslim for several months. I believe that I have found my “soul mate” but people at my church have been giving me a hard time and some have expressed sheer anger. It is clear that he would never convert and I would never think of doing so either. Please help me ...

Frankly Speaking: Cut The Apron Strings On Mother's Day

Bernice Coles | Monday, May 3 2010 | Add a Comment

We’ve come to the time of the season when we celebrate Mother’s. What a joyful time. Before I became the mother of three wonderful children I had no idea what a huge undertaking that role would be. Why didn’t somebody warn me? I was raised by three women who did the best they could. One however, really spoiled me a ...

Faith Forum: Why Do Bad Things Happen to Good People?

Min. Robert & Dr. Astra Brantley - Submit your questions to faithforum@saysomagazine.com | Tuesday, April 27 2010 | Comments (3)

QUESTION: Why is it that I seem to face trial after trial even though I am living a godly lifestyle while it appears that those that don’t even want to know the Lord are being blessed beyond measure? ANSWER: When bad things happen to God’s people, especially when it’s us, or more to the point, “me,” we call it “suffering.” Two things we ...

Grow Up

Michael Wilmot | Monday, April 26 2010 | Comments (1)

Sometimes the pull of nostalgia draws me to the past. I consider years gone by and how I would enjoy being younger with less responsibility. But, the vision of nostalgia is flawed. It expands joy and conceals pain at each stage of my life. There are advantages to growing older, milestones that offer rewards for achieving new levels of maturity. ...

Wine Drinking Jesus?

Say So! Editors | Wednesday, April 21 2010 | Comments (8)

Lily of the Valley. The Almighty. Lamb of God. The Great I Am. All of these titles and more, we attribute to Jesus. He is the center focus of our faith. His love and power, mercy and grace are extolled in our expressions of devotion to Him. Jesus' unique ability to be both God and human is what empowers Him ...

Where Are The Black Proactive Christians?

Mark Parks | Friday, April 2 2010 | Add a Comment

With all the churches in Baltimore City, why is there no visual outreach in the African American communities. According to the American Family Journal, last year at a Traditional Values Coalition-sponsored event in Washington D.C., more than 60 African American pastors gathered to voice opposition to homosexual marriages and civil unions, calling a constitutional amendment and protecting marriage as a ...

Faith Forum: My Husband Doesn't Want To Be Married

Min. Robert & Dr. Astra Brantley - Submit your questions to faithforum@saysomagazine.com | Thursday, March 11 2010 | Comments (2)

QUESTION: My husband has decided after eight years that he doesn’t want to be married anymore. There is evidence that he has not been faithful but I have no hard proof. I want to try to make this work but it’s going to be difficult without him wanting the same thing. He is not interested in counseling. What should I do? ANSWER: Call ...

Jay-Z and Beyonce Worship The Devil

Say So! Editors | Wednesday, February 24 2010 | Comments (5)

What?! They worship the devil? Where did you hear that? Those are some of the questions that you may have had running through your mind as you read the title of this article. Those were some of the questions I was asking myself when someone informed me that they believed that "Jay-Z and Beyonce worshipped the devil." At a recent weekly Bible st...

Show Me How To Love - The 3 Types of Love

Teresa Hall | Tuesday, February 23 2010 | Add a Comment

Love varies from individual to individual. Its intensity is contingent upon how much a person cares about another person. The Wikipedia encyclopedia defines love as any number of emotions and experiences related to a sense of strong affection and attachment. The word love can refer to a variety of different feelings, states, and attitudes ranging from generic pleasure to personal ...

Say So!: An interview with Pastors Ernest & Brenda Sewell of New Solid Rock Fellowship Church

Carla Bluitt | Monday, February 22 2010 | Add a Comment

New Solid Rock Fellowship Church was the very first church to be featured in Say So! Magazine's, "In the Pastor's Study," over 5 years ago and we are so excited to have you as the first church to be featured on the new and improved saysomagazine.com. I just want to take a moment to thank you for your encouragement and ...

Shout Out: Top 5 Christian Personal Finance Blogs

Say So! Editors | Thursday, February 18 2010 | Comments (1)

God teaches us to be good stewards of our finances. He wants us to use what He has given us through our work to bless others and ourselves. Many people get caught-up on the 'Prosperity Doctrine' and become overwhelmed and miss the basic fundamental message of what God is saying to His people about money. We are commanded to live ...

Shout Out: The 10 Commandments of Social Networking

Say So! Editors | Friday, February 5 2010 | Add a Comment

Have you ever thought WWJDOFB ...What Would Jesus Do On FaceBook? How does this new technology fit in to the lifestyle of a Christian? How can we best adapt the technology to our lifestyles in Christ and not have the social technologies dictate our lifestyles. We came across a post recently at Christian Web Trends that spells ou...

Alone

Bonita Gilyard | Monday, February 1 2010 | Comments (4)

In my state of being alone I've come to know Jesus Christ as my personal Savior. God wants us to have a personal relationship with Him. In order for me to obtain this personal relationship with God it was necessary for me to be alone, totally dependent on Christ, in constant fellowship with Him and obedient to His word which ...

Has Haiti Been Cursed By God?

Say So! Editors | Friday, January 29 2010 | Comments (3)

Humans search for reason in the midst of any trying or unexplainable circumstance. Why did this happen? What could I have done to prevent this? Is this God's plan for my life? Christians often attribute good times and good fortune to being blessings of God. Times of "feast" are met with rejoicing and praising God. It is a natural experience to ...

Can A Man Bear a Child?

Say So! Editors | Thursday, January 28 2010 | Comments (3)

"Ask now, and see, can a man bear a child?" Jeremiah 30:6 Stories in the news never cease to amaze the world. It often seems like every week there is a new scientific or technological breakthrough that blurs the lines of what we once thought was possible. A few years back one of those "impossible" situations was prominent in the news media. Man...

Frankly Speaking: No Trick Questions

Bernice Coles | Thursday, January 28 2010 | Comments (2)

Life is not easy. I recently spoke with a friend who knows that I am experiencing a challenging situation with a family member. I shared with her that this person was going through a rough patch. She asked how that makes me feel. With a big grin on my face I told her, “I still believe God. The devil is ...

Living With My Wife

Michael Wilmot | Tuesday, January 26 2010 | Comments (1)

I am not the easiest person in the world to live with. I like things done a certain way and am tremendously impatient. I also set high standards for others and the frustration I feel when someone commits the dreadful error of not meeting my expectations can be intense. These added to a plethora of other social shortcomings can make ...

Faith Forum: Do Dreams Really Come True?

Min. Robert & Dr. Astra Brantley - Submit your questions to faithforum@saysomagazine.com | Saturday, January 23 2010 | Comments (1)

QUESTION:Ever since I was a small child, I'd see visions and dreams. When they came to fruition, they were just as I saw them. I put so much faith in believing God for what I saw. Seven months ago, I saw a calendar date and instantly, I knew the day of the week it was on. That day came and ...

Free From Greed

Kay Coulter | Tuesday, January 19 2010 | Add a Comment

“Then he [Jesus] said to them, ‘Watch out! Be on your guard against all kinds of greed; a man's life does not consist in the abundance of his possessions.’"Luke 12:15 (NIV) Also read Luke 12:13-21; Matthew 6:20-21; Colossians 3:5 Greed is motivated by selfishness and self-centeredness. I also believe that fear is a factor in greed, at least for some. I can ...

Mark Your Calendars

Zalee Harris | Friday, January 15 2010 | Add a Comment

Editor's Note: Thanks to Zalee Harris for submitting these events. Please mark your calendars and plan to commemorate the life of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Don't let the day just be another day off from work or school, but make it a memorable occasion as you reflect on the great contributions that this man of God made to ...

Living Victoriously as a Single Mom

Joy Turner | Wednesday, January 13 2010 | Comments (2)

“But one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to these things which are ahead, I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 3:13-14 (NKJV) have become my life verses especially, today, as I embrace my role as a single mother. Pressing toward victory as a single ...

Encouragement for Leaders Assigned to Turn the World Upside Down - Acts 17:6

Lawrence G. Richardson, Sr. | Tuesday, January 12 2010 | Add a Comment

A foremost teacher on leadership, John C. Maxwell, says that “everything rises and falls on leadership”. The American Heritage Dictionary, 3rd Edition defines leadership as “the ability to guide or show the way to by going in advance”. With these two statements it also becomes imperative that leaders understand the process required for accepting the assignment to turn a big ...

Work Not, Eat Not

Deline Tan | Sunday, January 3 2010 | Comments (1)

Work! Most of us see work as a curse. We toil under the sun and like what Ecclesiastes 1:2,3 says, all is vanity. We work hard but never really enjoy our labor. We see work as the ultimate ‘survival’ rather than a blessing from God. God works too. He created the heavens and the earth in six days. He is ...

Stain Lifter

Say So! Editor | Sunday, January 3 2010 | Add a Comment

Wash me thoroughly from mine iniquity, and cleanse me from my sin...and I shall be clean: wash me and I shall be whiter than snow. Psalm 51:2,7 The, Lord, Jesus Christ, has the power to lift the stain of sin. You can give your heart to the Lord today by saying this simple prayer out loud: Lord, Jesus, I know that ...

Kingdom Principles

Shellee A. Mitchell | Wednesday, December 23 2009 | Add a Comment

To open the release of God’s victory in our lives we must first consider the dynamics of Kingdom principles. In those righteous principles are the strategies and consistencies to our success. We are invited into the Kingdom in Revelation. Revelation is not simply a prophetic vision, it’s a proclamation of order--cause and effect for prevailing power in today’s lifestyles He informs ...

How Much Can One Heart Take?

Dena Newman | Wednesday, December 23 2009 | Comments (4)

One of my favorite books in the Bible is the Book of Ruth. It reminds me of how unconditional love in relationships is meant to be cherished, respected and honored. I believe that as Christian women and men of God, unconsciously, we think we are prepared for the day to day changes that life brings. That is, until the change ...

How to Avoid Becoming Too Busy

Theresa V. Wilson | Wednesday, December 23 2009 | Add a Comment

One Saturday evening, my husband and I were dining at a restaurant with our church Elder and his wife. In the middle of our discussion, I noticed a young woman enter and sit quietly. She began sipping a drink, looking around her cautiously. Our eyes met briefly. My initial thought was that she appeared angry and lonely. As I returned to ...

Finding The Father

Bernice Coles | Wednesday, December 23 2009 | Add a Comment

I am a blessed woman. Four years ago, I met my birth father for the first time. My wonderful daughter pushed me to pursue him. She was very pesky and in hindsight, I’m glad she was. She's almost 23 now but in her late teens, she suggested that I try to find my birth father. I never had any intention ...

Miscommunication and Pride Attitudes

Pastor Avery Kinnery | Wednesday, December 23 2009 | Add a Comment

Some people no matter how hard you work at trying to communicate with tact and diplomacy they have a tendency to be petty and sensitive about everything and with everyone. The weapon of choice that the enemy uses amongst people that share covenant relationships is miscommunication and misunderstanding. The enemy uses his weapons to promote and give life to other ...

Have You Seen Josh?

Michael Wilmot | Wednesday, December 23 2009 | Add a Comment

I miss having Josh in service on Sunday. Josh came to our church for a few months and then one Sunday he was missing. No one was overly concerned that day but then two weeks had gone without him and now it is final; Josh has the status of “Gone to a different church”.I see this happening a lot in ...

How To Build An Empire

Towan Isom | Tuesday, December 22 2009 | Comments (1)

If the Chasing Destiny PowerPoint Presentation showed us anything, it’s that we are intentional, unintentional, or inactive in the pursuit of our destiny. We each have a destiny in life, whether we know it or not. For the longest time, I wanted to leave a legacy, to build an empire. It wasn’t until I became an entrepreneur that it became ...

The Christmas Story

Matthew - 1:18-2:23 New International Version | Friday, December 4 2009 | Add a Comment

This is how the birth of Jesus Christ came about: His mother Mary was pledged to be married to Joseph, but before they came together, she was found to be with child through the Holy Spirit. Because Joseph her husband was a righteous man and did not want to expose her to public disgrace, he had in mind to divorce ...

The Forefront of Battle

Pastor Gail Baisden | Thursday, December 3 2009 | Add a Comment

People are in a serious battle at least once in their life. During birth, it is a struggle for human life to come forth. A baby is pushed through the birth canal, an opening not much larger than four inches in diameter. Then, through the course of a lifetime, there are moments, both good and bad, that shape lives. In ...

Seeking God

Pastor Gail Baisden | Thursday, December 3 2009 | Add a Comment

We live in a diverse universe with many countries, cultures and peoples. Should you ever travel to other countries, a culture shock awaits. The surroundings aren't familiar. The land and customs are different. People speak another language and dress differently. It is a whole different world. There is also universal Christian language called “Seeking God”. It is a language that ...

Faith Forum: Purchased Salvation?

Min. Robert & Dr. Astra Brantley - Submit your questions to faithforum@saysomagazine.com | Thursday, December 3 2009 | Comments (9)

I went to a church service last week and the guest preacher said that the Lord told him to give an offering of $100 to the church. He then asked for those who were looking for supernatural blessings in the coming week to join with him and match his offering. He asked them to stand and bring their offering forward. ...

Faith Forum: The Only Way?

Min. Robert & Dr. Astra Brantley | Thursday, December 3 2009 | Add a Comment

I heard that an area pastor is teaching her church that accepting JesusChrist as their personal savior is not the only way to get to heaven.This is a new church and my heart grieves for the pastor and for the lost sheep that will be drawn to this place of worship. I feel like Ineed to make people aware of ...

VERSE OF THE DAY

2 Timothy 1:13-14
“Follow what you heard from me as the pattern of true teaching. Follow it with faith and love because you belong to Christ Jesus. Guard the truth of the good news that you were trusted with. Guard it with the help of the Holy Spirit who lives in us.”

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QUESTION: Ever since I was a small child, I'd see visions and dreams. When they came to fruition, they were just as I saw them. I put so much faith in believing God for what I saw. Seven months...
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