Author:  Elder Derrick D. Rodgers, Dean of Christian Education "And the work of righteousness shall be peace; and the effect of righteousness quietness and assurance for ever." - Isaiah 32:17Devotional:Peace is not merely the absence of war but the presence of justice and righteousness. Isaiah links peace in our lands to the "work of righteousness," indicating that ethical living leads to societal...  Read More

Author:  Elder Derrick D. Rodgers, Dean of Christian Education "He hath shewed thee, O man, what is good; and what doth the LORD require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God?"Micah 6:8 Devotional:Micah 6:8 outlines the ethical and moral framework required for just governance. Justice, mercy, and humility aren't just religious concepts; they are the bedrock ...  Read More

Author:  Elder Derrick D. Rodgers, Dean of Christian Education "If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him." James 1:5 Devotional:Leadership, in any capacity, requires wisdom. Whether in a religious setting or in the political arena, the need for divine wisdom is paramount. James assures us that God grants wisdom t...  Read More

"I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men; For kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty. For this is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Saviour;" 1 Timothy 2:1-3 Weekly FocusIt's week three, and we are shifting our focus to our leaders—...  Read More

Author:  SIs Joy Greer "O come, let us worship and bow down: let us kneel before the Lord our maker." - Psalm 95:6 Devotional:Worship is not just an act; it's a behavior of one who understands the magnitude of God’s power and has come into contact with that magnificent power. Worship can include singing hymns, clapping hands, and lifting voices; however, true worship is a deep reverence for God, a...  Read More

Author:  SIs Joy Greer "Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen." Matthew 28:19-20 Devotional:The Great Commission is not a suggestion; it's a mandate for the Church. We are called t...  Read More

Author:  SIs Joy Greer "That ye might walk worthy of the Lord unto all pleasing, being fruitful in every good work, and increasing in the knowledge of God;" Colossians 1:10 Devotional:The spiritual health of a congregation is a reflection of its collective journey towards Christ-likeness. Colossians 1:10 encourages us to be "fruitful in every good work" and to grow in our knowledge of God, an impe...  Read More

Author:  SIs Joy Greer "Feed the flock of God which is among you, taking the oversight thereof, not by constraint, but willingly; not for filthy lucre, but of a ready mind; Neither as being lords over God's heritage, but being ensamples to the flock."1 Peter 5:2-3 Devotional:Leadership in the church is a calling of great responsibility. According to 1 Peter 5:2-3, those entrusted with oversight ar...  Read More

Author:  SIs Joy Greer "And if one prevail against him, two shall withstand him; and a threefold cord is not quickly broken." Ecclesiastes 4:12 Devotional:Marriage is more than a social contract; it's a divine covenant. The scripture describes a "threefold cord" with husband, wife, and God. God in the center of a marriage is essential to a successful union. This is not an easy task. Both parties m...  Read More

Author:  SIs Joy Greer "Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it." Proverbs 22:6 Devotional:Parents, the introduction of your children to God falls squarely on your shoulders.  Proverbs 22:6 encourages us to "train up a child" in God's ways, promising that this foundation will serve them well in their adult years. Parenting does not end when they tur...  Read More

Author:  Sis. Joy Greer "Endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace." - Ephesians 4:3 Devotional:Family is a cornerstone of the church. Whether we are blood relatives or brothers and sisters in Christ, we are a family of believers. Ephesians 4:3 calls us to make every effort to keep unity through the bond of peace. When a family is unified, it is strong and is able to withst...  Read More

"And I will restore to you the years that the locust hath eaten, the cankerworm, and the caterpiller, and the palmerworm, my great army which I sent among you. And ye shall eat in plenty, and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord your God, that hath dealt wondrously with you: and my people shall never be ashamed. And ye shall know that I am in the midst of Israel, and that I am the Lord yo...  Read More