Monday, April 8, 2013

A New Season

It is spring time and I cannot wait until the flowers begin to bloom, the smell of fresh cut grass and the radiance of the sun.  How often do we take things for granted, we are changing from one season into another season. I am glad to know that whatever season I am in it prepares me for the blessings of God.  Paul stated that he knew how to be with or without, that is good news for someone who maybe in a season where you don’t know what is going on with your life. Whatever state you are in remember God has your back. Matter of fact you can begin to praise Him in advance for what He is going to do in your life right know. There is about to be a major shift in your life and you must be prepared to received the blessings of the Lord.

Kneeling in Order to Stand,
Pastor Ron

Sunday, December 30, 2012

What An Amazing Year!

I am so grateful for 2012 and everything God has done in my life!  Through my ups and downs His faithfulness put me in a place of favor within every aspect of my life.  Words cannot describe the feeling that I have because of His love for me.  I am so blessed beyond all measure, when I think how all this came together and how God orchestrated my steps, my spirit worships and adores Him.  I'd like to personally give my love to my wife, Lisa, who is my greatest supporter, friend, wife, co-laborer and critic.  Her unconditional love has propelled me to search deep within my heart and come forward in the things of God.  She has the greatest passion for ministry and doing the will of God; her sacrifices have made the difference in our ministry and marriage.  Each day I praise my God for her and always ask the Lord to make me a better man, husband, father and Pastor!  Love you Lady Lisa.

Then words cannot fathom the appreciation I have for the greatest men and women God has sent to partner with us to empower, encourage and equip for the Kingdom of God.  A Pastor often prays for leaders that would be profound, powerful, committed and supportive... God has granted the desires of my heart!  I watch you as you work together in harmony and on one accord; the propensity of your labor for the Kingdom has risen above the standard of just "doing" church.  You leaders are the epitome of what it means to lead people; you are not about titles or positions, you are about advancing the Kingdom of God, you are about bringing healing and deliverance to the people of God, you are about reaching the lost and making an impact in the community.  I would not trade YOU for anything in this world!

Last but certainly not least, to our members of VCC.  You have the greatest anointing and favor over your life.  I have observed you grow so much in life, conquer the setbacks, overcome the obstacles, and defeat the giants in your life.  You have allowed Lisa and me to pour into your life and spirit, to pray for you and your family, to anoint and cover you with the blood of Jesus.  We are truly humbled that you are a part of our ministry, as well as our lives.  We promise no matter how much our church grows, you will always be a part of us and you will always be needed to help VCC get to the place that God has called all of us to go.  As we enter into 2013, get ready for the power of God to be released in your life -- changes will occur, finances will change for the better, promotions will come, health issues or concerns will diminish, marriages will get stronger and your children will walk in favor!

We are excited about VCC and the testimonies that will be coming forward in 2013!  As always, we will continue to pray and fast for you because eyes have not seen, ears have not heard nor has it entered into the heart of man the good things God has prepared for you in 2013.  It will be the year of the “Breaker Anointing”!

 Kneeling In Order To Stand,

Pastor Ron

Wednesday, September 5, 2012

Celebration Time

We are preparing for our 5th Year Anniversary Gala and I must convey that it seems like just yesterday VCC began our journey to empower and encourage people from all walks of life. I am so grateful to God for everything he has bestow upon me and VCC. We have endured the storms of ministry because of his grace and mercy, God has blessed us above human comprehension or reasoning. Our church has entered into another realm of his glory with our worship, we have allowed the holy spirit to operate in our ministries, mission and members. My leadership teams has stepped up and are truly impeccable leaders, they have vision, integrity and commitment. They will not allow the stigma of tradition to hinder them to the place that God is leading our church. They have surrounded me with their unconditional love, support and resources to ensure I am able to stay before God. I am blessed upon measure to have such an awesome team of leaders, they are anointed, highly favored and powerful. Together we have made covenant with each other and to God that we will stay the course no matter what we face. I look forward to our celebration.

Wednesday, May 9, 2012

Rain Makers

Each time I attend the Pastors' and Leadership Conference hosted by Bishop T.D. Jakes my ministry and church propels to another level. The conference transforms my leaders to the authentic call of not just a title but committing themselves to serve unconditionally. The intensity of this call stretches each one in various ways - it calls every leader to strive for excellence. God gives the Pastor the vision but the leadership is responsible for executing the vision. That is why it’s crucial for leaders to understand the vision, mission, and heart of the Pastor. Building a quality leadership team is vital to our ministry. It is so much more than filling a vacant position! I share with our leaders that their call is a great sacrifice because it's a mandate from God. I pray each day for our leaders because I know they will need to be equipped and empowered to face obstacles, criticism and attacks. The key to success in being a great leader calls for a life of prayer, fasting and devotion. Without these vital fundamentals it will be difficult for any leader to serve. Kneeling In Order to Stand,Pastor Ron Willis

Wednesday, March 28, 2012

Roll the Stone Away

Blessings to you and I pray everyone is doing well. I’ll share with you how excited I am for the people of God. It is so amazing that whatever we face our God is so awesome. I want to encourage you today by sharing with you how much God will bring you peace to your situation, circumstance or problems. The word teaches us to cast our cares upon Him because he careth for you, in other words whatever you are experiencing in life, God cares about it. While friends, family, co-workers, etc say they care but don’t show it, this will never happen with God. Not only will he show you, he will show up and show out (can I get a witness?)

I am so excited about Resurrection Sunday, we are planning, praying and proclaiming the Holy Spirit will move at VCC like never before. We are petitioning God to send the harvest so we may bring love, hope and peace to the lost. We decree and declare that because Jesus has risen, we have a mandate to celebrate our Savior resurrection. Knowing that God strategically plan the death, burial and resurrection of His Son Jesus, lets me know that what I have gone through cannot even fathom how much God loves me. Even though I cannot comprehend what God is doing with me, I realized it is part of the plan for my life.

So in closing, don’t forget to thank Him for we know all things work together for the good of those who love the Lord and are called according to His purpose. God has a purpose for your life and when you don’t understand, keep praising and worshipping Him. You may fall but you will rise again.

Kneeling in Order to Stand,
Pastor Ron

Monday, March 19, 2012

Not Bitter But Better

It has been sometime since I have communicated to our readers, but let me assure you that I plan on getting better in sharing what God is doing in my life. Between my ministry, family and work they have me running 24/7, however, I count it all joy when I think about what the Lord is doing through me. I am so focus with VCC that I do not allow negativity around me instead I am surrounded with positive, constructive and productive people.

My new leadership is the epitome of what it means to be a leader, their commitment to our vision surpasses anything I ever seen. They just do not only talk it, they demonstrate the vision, mission and values of our church. They have designed a church model which is so awesome. The new members of our ministry love the model. They are life changers with a call to equip, empower and edify. I watch them connect, cultivate and care for people that are hurting, hopeless and homeless. I love them for they are truly real and great leaders.

We have incorporated new ministries, and one that I am very excited about is our dance ministry, Worshippers In Motion, they are absolutely anointed and powerful. Their style of ministry is so unique; they reach beyond the heart into the souls of the people. This ministry will be the catalyst for VCC, as we prepare to minister through the arts. We are preparing for a worship arts workshop with various ministries, this is going to be exciting.

In the past, one could say that VCC had such a fabricated, fake and false worship experience through various leaders who were non-effective because of whatever reason. But now we encounter such powerful worship through leaders who are authentic and do not have agendas. Our teachers have such an anointing and they bring the Word in every aspect of their gift. God finally released me to allow our leaders to take the reins and allow them to be used to help me lift this ministry to the next level. I often wonder why God would not release me in the past and allow certain people access to this authority, now I know exactly His plan for VCC. We are very humbled by everything God has done for VCC, even to the point exposing people that attempted to destroy our church.

The enemy has tried to deter, destruct and even destroy our ministry. It's not a secret about how I had to face oppositions because of fabrication, deception and deceit. I take the stones that people throw and use them for the vision that God has shown me for my life and ministry. I call this my Joseph experience. It's great when God will take your setback for a setup.

Kneeling in Order To Stand
Pastor Ron Willis

Tuesday, February 14, 2012

Praise Report - Evelyn Dorsey

Praise the Lord one and all. First and foremost I’d like to thank my Pastor Ron D. Willis for all he has instilled in me spiritually and personally, for his wisdom and knowledge. We’ve always had an open relationship from the very beginning where I felt comfortable and at ease to talk to him. I thank you in advance for who you are (Transparent), for what you are ‘God fearing’ and for being a friend, I love you.

VCC Welcome to Flight 2012

We are prepared to take off into the New Year. Please make sure your Attitude and Blessings are secured and locked in an upright position. All self-destructive devices should be turned off at this time. All negativity, hurt and discouragement should be put away. Should we lose Altitude under pressure, during the flight, reach up and pull down a Prayer. Prayers will automatically be activated by Faith. Once your Faith is activated you can assist other passengers. There will be NO BAGGAGE allowed on this flight. The Captain ”God” has cleared us for takeoff.

Destination: GREATNESS

Yours in Christ,

Mother Evelyn Dorsey-McCallum

Forever God is Faithful; Forever God is Strong

Tuesday, December 6, 2011

Testimony of Evangelist Jones

Dear Pastor Willis;

Thank you for being obedient to God. The Leaders Workshop was for such a time as this. The musicians ushered us into a dynamic worship experience where each of us worshiped God in our own way. The guest saxophonist Brother Andre Cavor was one of the most gifted saxophonists I have ever heard.

And the guest speaker Pastor Michael Exum, Executive Director of The Potter’s House International Pastoral Alliance (PHIPA), blessed me beyond words. I thank God for his testimony on his calling over his life. As a woman minister I have had unpleasant experiences trying to do God will. Oftentimes, unpleasant experiences will make you second guess the call over your life. But God knows what you need when you need it. I know that God loves me and I will continue to press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.

The Leaders workshop was one of the most powerful workshops I’ve experienced in years, so I was well over due. Pastor Exum confirmed some things that I had been wrestling with for a while. And the way he explained the five-fold ministry, we know it was discerned from God. Pastor Exum walked us thru, around, over and under Ephesians 4:11-16. Thank God you have CD’s of this workshop because I am sure, Apostles, Prophets, Evangelists, Pastors and Teachers will befit from this powerful teaching.

Pastor Willis, I know that God is smiling down on you saying well done, thou good and faithful servant: thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things. I am so thankful to God for him planning our holy hookup you are appreciated for all you do in the building up of God’s Kingdom.

Much Love,
Evangelist Martha Jones

Wednesday, October 26, 2011

The Best Is Yet To Come

One of the greatest words I have every received was from a Pastor who once said, To have growth you must be willing to allow God to some things before He will add. Little did I know the impact of these words until I witness the power of God in my life and ministry. In other words God is always working things out for my good and he knows the thoughts and plans He has for me. God will take those who can face the tough times in life (divorce, abuse, financial, marriages, children, etc) and use you for His glory. Never complain about what is happening in your life, praise Him for using you to show you off in your circumstances. Opposition is an opportunity to take you to another level in God, it is the best season of your life, it is chance to show no matter what you face you trust in the provisions and power of God.

When God removes things, people, etc from your life, trust me when I tell you it for a greater plan and purpose. You do not have sit and wonder, speculate or even question why this is happening, all you have to do is begin to have praise and worship on your lips. For someone who is experiencing a season of transition please let me share with you the best is yet to come, matter of fact your breakthrough is right around the corner. You must decree, declare and shout unto your Lord with a voice of triumph your days ahead are the best. Confess you are healed, delivered, set-free in the Name of Jesus. In my next blog title, A Reason For The Season, I will share with you a blessing from God.

Kneeling In Order To Stand,
Pastor Ron D. Willis

Friday, April 8, 2011

A Transformational Life

We often forget the power of Gods divine authority over our life, as we are delivered from the sin that so easily traps and trips us up from time to time. There is a process called transformation that occurs when we allow God to process us for change in our life. One of the most difficult obstacles to overcome is totally surrendering to God, while many will have you to believe that are living a life of total surrender, it still amazes me how many talk about surrendering but cannot fully give themselves to a God of mercy and grace.

When we give ourselves to Him we become a candidate for transformation to take place in our life. There are things that we need to get rid of that has been holding us from moving forward, there are people who we have allowed to speak negativity, destructive and harmful words into our spirit. But the word of God speaks healing, deliverance and peace to our souls. Through Gods transformation process we learn to depend more upon Him than ourselves. He takes us to a place that we have never experience in our walk with Him and reveals a revelation of his good pleasure.

As we approach the Resurrection Celebration of our Lord and Savior, we must awaken to the fact we can transform our lives. When we execute the power of awesome God, we will overcome any circumstances, issues or problems through His divine love.

Kneeling In Order To Stand,

Pastor Ron D. Willis

Wednesday, June 9, 2010

Kingdom Authority

God has placed some awesome people in my ministry. I will share that if you are going to do significant things for God, you will have to cut ties with things, places and people. Bishop Jakes once said “sometimes you will need to change your circle of people”. This is a very profound and true statement. It’s not meant to demean anyone but there are times when people can only help you within the parameters of their ability. Success is not measured within a materialistic view, you can have all the degrees, money and fame but those "things" cannot buy you peace, happiness and joy.

The word of God teaches us to “seek the Kingdom of God first and His righteousness and everything will be added unto you”. This is a promise from God that when you put Him first in everything you do, he will add to you. This is a powerful guarantee to walk into your destiny and purpose. When is the last time you used your Kingdom Authority? I mean really walked into your situation, circumstance or issue and called the enemy out. Until you begin to understand the precepts of God and execute your authority over your life, you will always be where you are in life.

Once again, I challenge you to get up from where you are in life because you have so much to do and little time to do it. But remember you can do “all things in Christ” who will strengthen you. Claim your victory over your sickness, finances, family, job, etc. and begin to see the power of God work in your life!

Kneeling In Order To Stand,
Ron D. Willis

Friday, April 16, 2010

The Best in Me

The other day I was in the Christian bookstore browsing around and discovered Pastor Marvin Sapp’s new CD. With great anticipation I immediately broke open the cover and inserted the CD and begin listening to each song, normally it takes 2-3 times before a song really grabs my attention. But when I came to track 9 and began to listen to the words of Pastor Sapp, an emotion came over me like never before. I began to replay in my mind how many times I have made wrong decisions in life. How people have criticized, passed judgment, condemned and even attacked other people. How people will try to build themselves by tearing others down, how they have spread vicious rumors to bring hurt, harm and damage to the emotions of others. I know there are times when we feel like failures, feel like giving up, throwing in the towel, getting out of the race, just plain quitting, but that’s when you need to repeat the words of Pastor Sapp:

"He saw the best in me, when everyone else around me, only saw the worst in me. He’s mine, and I’m His, it doesn’t matter what I did, He only sees me for who I am"

When I discover that no matter what I’ve done in my life, God sees something in me. God sees something in you that no one has yet to see, the best of you has not come out of you and God wants you to know he is ready to bring you out of the chains, shackles, and the restraints that are keeping you in bondage. The enemy doesn’t want us to share our stories because this is when you gain your breakthrough, your deliverance, being set free by the power of Jesus Christ. Realize we are more than conquerors, realize that we are not defeated but victorious, and claim your victory in Jesus name. Let the best come out of you and begin to walk in your destiny, and watch God move in your life like never before. God sees the best in us and he is calling us to come forward to bring glory to his name! I challenge you to make that move, you’ll be glad you did!

Kneeling In Order To Stand

Thursday, March 18, 2010

A Change Of Attitude

I pray my blogs have been a blessing to many of the readers who have written to me about various topics. These topics are not mine but the spirit of God through me, writing has never been my forte , but through God I have learned to share what is on my heart that it may become a blessing to someone. Today God spoke to me in a way like never before. We are currently studying how to reach your full potential in God. This series is a very powerful and challenges teaching because I discovered that many people live the so-called “settle-life”. In other words they feel they have reached a plateau, feel this is all God has for them, and they begin to settle in everything . They settle with their finances, relationships, friendships, etc., and never discover the potential God has created in them for His purpose.

On yesterday, I talked with a good friend of mine who has been going through his season. I asked him this question, “please tell me what I did to you for you to treat me like you have? I have always been there for you and never one in my life treated you the way you have treated me, why?” I told him, “I am true to what I am and that’s according to the Word of God”. He replied, “It’s not you, I am just going through and I know it’s wrong.” I could hear the remble in his voice and the cry of hurt. I told him, “Man, I will always be there for you because we are friends and no matter what happens we cannot shut those who God has placed in our life, for they are in our life for a reason.”

My brothers and sisters, please hear me. God knows what He is doing and He provides what we need. We often shout out what He has placed in our life; we ignore, mistreat and even shutout the people who He sends to love on us during our seasons. If this is you, I pray you will allow those people that have been reaching out to you to restore the genuine love they have for you. Trust me when I tell you the enemy wants us to be shackled. This is his job and he is good at it, but the Psalmist says, “We are fearfully and wonderfully made”

Kneeling In Order To Stand,

Pastor Ron

Friday, February 12, 2010

Just Do It

If you’re like me, all this snow is becoming quite annoying to say the least. We have experienced masses of snow accumulations, which have made it difficult to maneuver through our daily routines. Many of you are unable to get out of your homes due to the hazardous road conditions, some of you, like me, experienced loss of power and frigid temperatures. Whatever you have encountered, it was something we never thought would occur at this time in our life. The word of God is very clear… there is a time for everything under heaven. From this perspective, I can comprehend this was our time for a massive snowstorm and while this storm caused discomfort, distress, and even irritation, we must continue to press forward.

During the storm, I reflected on many things but what intrigued me the most was the fact that life will sometimes be like this snowstorm we are enduring. The weatherman warned to constantly shovel as much as possible due to the snow accumulations. As much as I tried to keep up with the shoveling, it seemed to overtake me and I began to face an obstacle that I could not handle. Eventually, I surrendered and walked away because it was more than I could handle. Only to return the next day and discover there was “no way” I would be able to dig myself out of this. But God specializes in this area of our lives when we encounter so much accumulations (family, health, relationships, financial, etc.) that we conclude we will never be able to dig ourselves out. He will send us what we need to get out of circumstance or obstacles.

When I finally made up my mind, I realized the only way I was going to get out of all this snow was to begin digging my way through. This is when I discovered the power of God. You see, I was looking for help to get me out of all of this snow accumulation, but God had a better plan… he was showing me that when I trust Him and rely on His provisions, he will make a way out of no way. What seemed to be a barrier God made it my breakthrough! For you that have read this today, this is my word to you, “you can dig yourself out of anything with God.”

Kneeling In Order To Stand,
Pastor Ron

Friday, February 5, 2010

Make That Move

Happy New Year! Allow me to apologize for not getting my blog out on time. This year I am making the commitment to do better. Well, I don’t know how you feel but I am living a life of true blessings and favor. I am preparing myself for the release of God’s unlimited blessings upon VCC, my family, friends and me! This year I plan on giving more to the Kingdom of God, listening for His voice about blessing others and submerging myself deeply into the Word of God. I had the awesome experience while visiting my daughter (Alexandria) in California. She invited me to visit her church and all I could say was “thank you Lord”. Pastor Carl (Bishop select) truly allowed the anointing to flow in service. After worship, I had the chance to speak with him about ministry and how you have to move forward regardless of who is not wanting to go. I returned home with a zeal for ministry and Kingdom work. For you that are reading this message, I want you to know God is ready to use you for His Glory. Don’t worry about what issues, problems or situations you are experiencing, I’m here to tell you that God wants to use Y-O-U! This year make the commitment to God and watch how He will use you for the Kingdom. You have a purpose and destiny, a place with your name and anointing approved by Heaven. Tell the devil he is defeated and you are walking in the blessings of an awesome God, command your release from the attacks and defeats of the enemy. Last year you gave in but in the year of 2010, you will be the head and not the tail, you will be the lender and not the borrower, you’re blessed in the city, you’re blessed in the field, you are BLESSED! This is the year of promotion! Get ready for your next level in God. I claim it in the Name of Jesus!

Pastor Ron

Wednesday, December 23, 2009

How Great is Our God!

As we come to the end of another year, I am very thankful for what God has done for me in the year of 2009. While it was a year of chaos, conflicts, and conspiracy, I look back over each ordeal and discover how God used my enemies, haters, and backstabbers to bring me to a place of peace and providence through many obstacles. I have discovered who is truly Kingdom-focused and not trying to implement their own agendas. God continuously reminds me of the time when I petitioned Him for more of His anointing over my life. Little did I realize what I was truly asking God for in my personal, professional and ministerial life... well did God ever give it to me??? God demonstrated His power and authority over my life in a manner in which man could never receive the Glory.

Now, the real question is how did it feel? Words can never describe how painful the hurt was during my season... how each day I wanted the pain to disappear. There were people who purposely tried to discredit me and people that would smile in my face and turn and plot to dismember my spirit. I stand to share with my circle today, no matter what people say, do or even think, trust God no matter what it seems like. I am a recipient of the favor of God over my life and according to His word, I shall be the head and not the tail, I will be the lender and not the borrower!

To my family, friends, members of VCC, and co-laborers of the Gospel, my prayer for each one of you is to walk into the blessings that God is ready to pour on you. Don’t allow the enemy to continue to use you as puppet on a string, release yourself from the bondage that has bound you over the years. People may call you crazy but don’t forget you serve a MIGHTY and POWERFUL GOD!

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Pastor Ron

Tuesday, December 1, 2009

I Give Myself Away

One of the hardest obstacles I have faced in life is getting out of God’s way in my life. As I reflect over my journey, I have discovered that God has always worked things out for my good, but my microwave faith of wanting things immediately and not having patience have caused me to experience many setbacks and even hurt and pain. Today, trust me when I tell you my desire is to allow God to work it out the way He chooses. I may not understand why or what is happening but I do not worry about things anymore. For when I totally surrender all to Him, I have discovered that He does more than I could have expected, desired or wanted. Many of you will read this and agree with me that we all experience these types of situations. To be very honest, as believers it is very difficult to sometimes comprehend how God is working on our behalf when we are facing eviction, financial hardships, health issues, loss of a job, and family problems. But I stand on the Word of God and tell you this, no matter how much it seems that you are not going to make it through, tell God you are letting it go and giving it to Him and watch Him work it out!


Kneeling In Order To Stand,

Pastor Ron

Tuesday, November 17, 2009

Being Grateful

Often times we take the blessings of God for granted. I had the opportunity of meeting two families from third world countries who where recently relocated to our area to get a new start in life. As I entered into their home, I could see the hope in their eyes and hear the gratefulness in their voices as they spoke through the translator. The excitement of knowing I was there to help them in any way and make their transition a bit smoother was an awesome testimony. I was so overwhelmed with their needs I could not walk away nor leave them just hanging. That same afternoon I gathered the troops (Sister Lisa, Sister LaMonica, Sister Tracy and Pastor Plaza) and we returned to their home to assess all their needs and left for the store. We returned and again I experienced what I call the true blessings from God… I was able to witness their joy and happiness as I saw VCC women put the shoes on their feet, put up the clothes to their bodies and hand them items that were desperately needed. Immediately the Word of God pierced my heart because it tells us to give and it will be given unto to you! The language barrier could have hindered us from being a blessing to these families, but we overcame that obstacle and we left with the fullness of God in each of us. We were tired and worn out from a day of Kingdom work but what a sense of fulfillment of doing the work of the Lord. I would not trade that day for anything in the world! To God be the glory!

Kneeling In Order To Stand,
Pastor Ron

Thursday, October 29, 2009

A Season of Change

The other day I was driving towards Stafford on I-95 and noticed how the trees and leaves were changing. It was an awesome sight to see the different colors blend. Just a couple of months ago, we were looking at the same trees and leaves and they were all pretty and green. However, there was a shift in the weather, which caused the change in colors to occur. Many times, we experience “temperature changes” in our lives; we encounter the same changes that the leaves encounter. Some of you, like me, will go through a season of trials and tribulations; some will encounter a season pain and suffering; some will experience a season of ups-and-downs; and others a season of peace, joy, and happiness. The amazing thing about seasons is the fact that the season inevitable changes. The season is here but only for a short period of time.

I have discovered through all my seasons -- whatever they may be – that I will not allow any season to derail my connection to God. To be quite honest, I have determined those seasons are necessary in order for me to move forward in the things of God. All changes are relevant in our lives because they display our character. We find out what we are really made of and how to make the necessary adjustments to stay on course. To those that are currently in a season of change, remember God has your back! No matter how it looks, I am telling you that God will change you for the better. Even if you don’t feel loved, He loves you… even with all the stuff and baggage you carry he wants you to know that your change is coming.

Kneeling In Order To Stand,

Pastor Ron

Monday, October 5, 2009

Putting Your Priorities in Place

Each day I begin my day writing things I need to accomplish… a “To-Do” list if you will. I prioritize every task in order to ensure that I stay on track. While this may seem a bit over the top for some, for me it’s how I stay focused and on track. The first priority on my list is praying, praising, and reading God's word. It seems the older I get the faster time goes by. Sometimes it feels like there are not enough hours in the day to get everything done. Everyone has so much going on and it seems that we can never get ahead, if its not one thing it’s another, but we must remember that sometimes we need to set priorities in our life. We need parameters; we need to re-focus our thoughts, direction and objectives. Our first priority is to have a personal relationship with God; this is the key to having it all. God wants to have a personal relationship with you, he wants to spend time with you, he wants to go places with you, and he wants quality time with you. I encourage you to spend time with God each day by reading His Word, praying, worshipping and meditating. Jesus says, “But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you”, when you put God first in your life he has promised that other things you desire, want or need will be added to your life. What a wonderful way to live your life, making God your priority in everything you do!

Kneeling In Order To Stand,
Pastor Ron