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Meditation Moments
- A Mighty Fortress is Our God #153:03
Jesus is All the World to Me
Jesus is all the world to me,
my life, my joy, my all;
he is my strength from day to day,
without him I would fall.
When I am sad, to him I go,
no other one can cheer me so;
when I am sad, he makes me glad...
He's my friend.
Jesus is all the world to me,
my friend in trials sore;
I go to him for blessings, and
he gives them o'er and o'er.
He sends the sunshine and the rain,
he sends the harvest's golden grain;
sunshine and rain, harvest of grain,
He's my friend.
Colossians Chapter 1
12 Giving thanks unto the Father, which hath made us meet to be partakers of the inheritance of the saints in light: 13 Who hath delivered us from the power of darkness, and hath translated us into the kingdom of his dear Son: 14 In whom we have redemption through his blood, even the forgiveness of sins:
Worship Suggestion:
The sound file is looped.
1. As the song plays the first time, (During Verse 1) make remarks about
how we have hope because God is our refuge in times of trouble. Emphasize that though we live in perilous times, God is right there with us every step
of the way.
2. As the song continues, (During Verse 2) read the scripture from the book
of Colossians 1:12-17
3. Pray: The Lord's Prayer (During Verse 3) Let the song end.
4. . When the song restarts, sing Verses 1 - 3 together.
5. Prayer and Meditation.
- All Hail the Power (Diadem) #5232:29
Hymn for the Week of April 28th 2024
April Theme: "Easter Season Hymns"
A Mighty Fortress is Our God
A mighty fortress is our God,
a bulwark never failing;
our helper he amid the flood
of mortal ills prevailing.
For still our ancient foe
doth seek to work us woe;
his craft and power are great,
and armed with cruel hate,
on earth is not his equal.
Did we in our own strength confide,
our striving would be losing,
were not the right man on our side,
the man of God's own choosing.
Dost ask who that may be?
Christ Jesus, it is he;
Lord Sabaoth, his name,
from age to age the same,
and he must win the battle.
Hymn for the Week of May 12th 2024
May Theme: "Hymns of Praise"
- Jesus Is All the World to Me #2132:56
Here is a prayer to start your day from
Pastor Joel Osteen.
Lakewood Church has a number
of online worship resources as well.
Prayer Guides, Motivational Planners
and many books and materials..
We Are One Body
Jesus Taught Us...
...That there is evil in the world, but He didn't dwell on it.
Jesus came that we might have life and have it more abundantly.
"The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy:
I am come that they might have life,
and that they might have it more abundantly."
John 10:10
He chose the twelve disciples so that we could hear
the good news from many different perspectives.
The apostles who preached and wrote the books of the
New Testament wrote from different perspectives as well.
We should not declare one Gospel message
as superior to the others.
The Four Gospels teach us, in the broader sense,
that these eyewitnesses wrote the same message,
described the same story of the life of Jesus Christ,
but spoke to us from four different perspectives.
So many teachers of our present day, critique the good news
preached by others from a different perspective.
The Bible says "he that hath an ear, let him hear..."
The Holy Spirit is the same yesterday, today, and tomorrow..>>>(read more)
Hymn for the Week of April 21st 2024
April Theme: "Easter Season Hymns"
Hymn for the Week of May 5th 2024
May Theme: "Hymns of Praise"
Praise the Lord! Ye Heavens, Adore Him
Praise the Lord! ye heavens adore him;
praise him angels in the height;
sun and moon, rejoice before him;
praise him, all ye stars of light.
Praise the Lord! for he hath spoken;
worlds his mighty voice obeyed;
laws which never shall be broken
for their guidance he hath made.
Praise the Lord! for he is glorious;
never shall his promise fail;
God hath made his saints victorious;
sin and death shall not prevail.
Praise the God of our salvation!
Hosts on high, his power proclaim;
heaven and earth, and all creation,
laud and magnify his Name.
Worship, honor, glory, blessing,
Lord, we offer unto Thee.
Young and old, Thy praise expressing,
In glad homage bend the knee.
All the saints in Heaven adore Thee;
We would bow before Thy throne.
As Thine angels serve before Thee,
So on earth Thy will be done.
Hebrews 2
9 But we see Jesus, who was made a little lower than the angels for the suffering of death, crowned with glory and honour; that he by the grace of God should taste death for every man. 10 For it became him, for whom are all things, and by whom are all things, in bringing many sons unto glory, to make the captain of their salvation perfect through sufferings.
Worship Suggestion:
The sound file is looped.
1. Before the song begins, make remarks about who Jesus Christ is in the heavenly realm and who Jesus is in the earthly realm. Emphasize that the readings for today describe aspects of the glory, power, and majesty that He left behind in heaven, to come down to earth to preach, to teach, and to serve. He worked here in his ministry, instructed the disciples, healed the sick, raised the dead, and went out in the world to bring more disciples into The Way. He died for our salvation, was buried, and rose from the dead with all power in His hands. He sits at the right hand of God and serves as our mediator, pleading for us. We should give Christ Jesus the glory, the honor and the praise for his mighty acts.
2. As the song plays the first time, Read Hebrews 2:6-18 and Revelation 19:1-16
Let the song end.
3. As song plays the second time, sing Verses 1 - 3 together.
4. Prayer and Meditation
Would you like to pray?
Here is a prayer to start your day from
Rev. Dr. Byron T. Brazier
of the Apostolic Church of God, Chicago.
Prayer is offered Monday through Friday.
A great way to start your day!
And though this world,
with devils filled,
should threaten to undo us,
we will not fear, for God hath willed
his truth to triumph through us.
The Prince of Darkness grim,
we tremble not for him;
his rage we can endure,
for lo, his doom is sure;
one little word shall fell him.
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A Hymn is a Slice of Faith
At Ever Praise Music we believe that a hymn is a slice of faith,
written by ordinary people, for ordinary people,
on an extraordinary journey.
God has gifted countless numbers of people with songs
in their hearts. They shared their lyrics and melodies with us
in the form of sacred hymns. Take a closer look at one of these sacred hymns and you will find encouragement for your daily
walk of faith. Peruse the titles of a sacred hymnal and you will find clues as to the slice of someone's faith journey found in the hymn.
Hymns are examples of the spiritual fruit produced by ordinary people, for ordinary people, on an extraordinary journey.
This spiritual fruit, or faith fruit, is written by everyday people
who walked where we walk, felt what we have felt,
and often did what we have done. These hymns can encourage
us on our journey, lead us around obstacles,
teach us how to serve our neighbor, help us stand
against principalities and powers,
share with us the praise and glory of the Lord, and witness
to all of us about the goodness and mercy of Almighty God.>>>
- Another World Sample0:46
Now Playing: " Another World" by the Joyful Harts Music Library
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Isaiah 51
3 For the Lord shall comfort Zion: he will comfort all her waste places; and he will make her wilderness like Eden, and her desert like the garden of the Lord;
joy and gladness shall be found therein, thanksgiving, and the voice of melody.
4 Hearken unto me, my people; and give ear unto me, O my nation: for a law shall proceed from me, and I will make my judgment to rest for a light of the people.
Worship Suggestion:
The sound file is looped.
1. As the song plays the first time, (During Verse 1) make remarks about God's message and promise to His people. Emphasize that we shall one day dwell in the beautiful city of Zion. We need to remain steadfast and faithful until that glorious day.
2. As the song continues, (During Verses 2 - 3) Read slowly the scripture passage from the book of Isaiah 51: 1 - 4, 11, 15, 16. Let the song end.
3. When the song restarts, sing Verses 1 - 3 together.
4. Prayer and Meditation.
Oh, that with yonder sacred throng
We at His feet may fall,
we at His feet may fall!
We'll join the everlasting song
and crown Him, crown Him,
crown Him, crown Him,
and crown Him, crown Him
crown Him, and crown Him Lord of all.
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Psalm 28
6 Blessed be the Lord, because he hath heard the voice of my supplications.
7 The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusted in him, and I am helped: therefore my heart greatly rejoiceth; and with my song will I praise him. 8 The Lord is their strength, and he is the saving strength of his anointed.
Worship Suggestion:
The sound file is looped.
1. As the song plays the first time (During Verse 1), make remarks about the Season of Easter coming to a close. Emphasize that as we begin the Missions Season, we take time to strengthen our faith relationship with Jesus Christ. We do this by remembering the assurances of his help in times of distress and the blessings He so graciously bestows.
2. As the song continues, (During Verses 2 - 3 ) read the scripture from Psalm 28:6-9 and Titus 2:11-15. Let the song end.
3. When the song restarts, sing Verses 1 - 3 together.
4. Prayer and Meditation.
Psalm 148
1 Praise ye the Lord. Praise ye the Lord from the heavens: praise him in the heights. 2 Praise ye him, all his angels: praise ye him, all his hosts.
Worship Suggestion:
The sound file is looped.
1. As the song plays the first time, (During Verse 1) make remarks about the blessings of God which we receive with each new day. The wonders of the earth and sky are the blessings of God's creation. Take time to gaze upon and enjoy the beautiful sky God has given to each of us. Enjoy the waters, plants and wildlife that God has so graciously given. Emphasize that worship, honor, and praise, and glory are the gifts that we can give to God.
2. As the song continues, (During Verses 2 - 3) read the scripture from Psalm 148: 1 - 14 (slowly). Let the song end.
3. When the song restarts, sing verses 1-3 together.
4. Prayer and Meditation.
- We're Marching to Zion #222:51
All Hail the Power (Diadem)
All hail the power of Jesus' name!
Let angels prostrate fall,
let angels prostrate fall,
bring forth the royal diadem,
and crown Him, crown Him,
crown Him, crown Him,
and crown Him, crown Him
crown Him, and crown Him Lord of all.
Ye chosen seed of Israel's race,
ye ransomed from the Fall,
ye ransomed from the Fall,
hail Him who saves you by his grace,
and crown Him, crown Him,
crown Him, crown Him,
and crown Him, crown Him
crown Him, and crown Him Lord of all.
The hill of Zion yields
a thousand sacred sweets
before we reach the heavenly fields,
before we reach the heavenly fields,
or walk the golden streets,
or walk the golden streets.
(Refrain)
Hymn for the Week of May 19th 2024
May Theme: "Hymns of Praise"
We're Marching to Zion
Come, we that love the Lord,
and let our joys be known;
join in a song with sweet accord,
join in a song with sweet accord
and thus surround the throne,
and thus surround the throne.
Refrain:
We're marching to Zion,
beautiful, beautiful Zion;
we're marching upward to Zion,
the beautiful city of God.
Let those refuse to sing
who never knew our God;
but children of the heavenly King,
but children of the heavenly King
may speak their joys abroad,
may speak their joys abroad. (Refrain)
Jesus is all the world to me,
and true to him I'll be;
O how could I this friend deny,
when he's so true to me?
Following him I know I'm right,
he watches o'er me day and night;
following him by day and night,
he's my friend.
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and the Joyful Harts Music Library
- Praise the Lord! Ye Heavens #73:12
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