“For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God.” Ephesians 2:8 Grace is God’s unearned, undeserved favor extended to every human being. It is not something we work for, qualify for, or rise high enough to obtain. Grace is God stepping toward humanity with salvation, mercy, and love. It is His divine initiative, His open hand, His eternal gift. No matter who we are or where we come from, grace is the only doorway into the life God

As we enter this New Year, let your heart rest in this unshakable truth: God is the same faithful God today that He has always been. Time changes, seasons shift, and circumstances rise and fall, but the character of God never wavers. What He spoke, He will perform. What He promised, He will fulfill. What He began in you, He will complete. Scripture reminds us, “Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and today, and forever” (Hebrews 13:8). If He was faithful then, He is faithful now

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. once declared, “I have decided to stick with love. Hate is too great a burden to bear.” He spoke these words on August 16, 1967, during his message titled “Where Do We Go From Here?” at the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) Convention in Atlanta, Georgia. These were not casual words. They were spoken at a time when the Civil Rights Movement was under intense pressure, when threats were constant, when hatred was loud, and when the cost

THE ENEMY TRIED IT… BUT YOU’RE STILL STANDING The year has barely begun. We are only days into 2026, and already the atmosphere is charged. You can almost feel the tension between what God has promised and what the enemy is attempting. It’s as if the moment the clock struck midnight, the adversary scrambled to drag the residue of 2025 into your new season. Attempting to bring back old fears, old wounds, old cycles, old voices, old trauma, old disappointments. He wants you to

I am completely excited, believing what God is going to do for the growth of His children and His Kingdom. We are only one week into this brand‑new year, and I need you to pause and celebrate something powerful, you made it! You crossed into 2026 with breath in your body, strength in your spirit, and purpose still burning in your heart. After everything you faced last year, the battles, the pressure, the unexpected storms, you are still here. That alone is a victory worth lif

A few words from over 60 years of ministry to every person in ministerial leadership (and those to be called), by the Spirit of God. Ministry is not about the color you wear, your placement, or even your pedigree. It is about your service to the Almighty God and His people. Keep your eyes focused on the Lord, and He will give you the desires of your heart according to His will. And remember this: true ministry is measured in compassion, integrity, and obedience. It is seen in

It’s almost time! We are just a litle over a month away from coming together to be empowered by the Word of Knowledge from the Bible, strengthened through growth and life seminars, and ignited with fresh passion to walk boldly in the calling God has placed on our lives. And there is no better place to experience this move of God than North Carolina, the home of the 86th Holy Gathering, commonly known as the North Carolina Diocese State Assembly! This is the moment we’ve bee

We made it! By the power, mercy, and faithfulness of God, we have crossed over into 2026. What a blessing, what a miracle, what a testimony. After everything we faced, seen and unseen, spiritual and natural, we are still here. We are still standing. We are still praising. We are still pressing. Many started 2025 who did not finish it, but God kept us. God covered us. God carried us. And now, with breath in our bodies and purpose in our steps, we enter this new year with grati

This month’s message from Bishop Charlene M. Jamison is a thought‑provoking and empowering writing designed to stir your spirit and challenge you to do more. It speaks directly to the heart, calling each of us to rise with purpose, serve with intention, and step boldly into the greater work God has assigned for 2026. This is not just another message, it is a spiritual summons to awaken, to stretch, and to step into the “more” that God is requiring in this season. Grab yoursel

We are living in a time when the world feels stretched and strained. Political tensions rise, economic pressures mount, spiritual climates shift, and sociological divides widen. Families feel it. Churches feel it. Communities feel it. Yet none of this surprises God. Through Paul’s words in Ephesians 4:17–32, the Spirit calls us to something deeper than reaction, frustration, or fear. He calls us to renewal. Paul urges believers not to walk as the Gentiles walk, lost in the fu

Merry Christmas to everyone! Christmas is a season that reminds us of the beauty of togetherness. As family and friends gather, we celebrate not only the birth of our Savior but also the gift of one another. The lights that twinkle on our trees and homes are but a reflection of the greater light that shines when hearts are joined in love. The angel’s announcement declared “good news of great joy for all people” (Luke 2:10), and that joy is multiplied when shared in community.

Rejoicing in the Gift of Redemption Text: "This is the day which the Lord hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it." — Psalm 118:24 "For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord." — Luke 2:11 Christmas is a season of rejoicing, not simply because of lights, gifts, or gatherings, but because it marks the day when heaven’s greatest gift was revealed to the world. We rejoice and are glad because, as the angel declared in Luke 2:11,

"For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast." Ephesians 2:8–9 As Christmas approaches, many people ask, “Is there a gift for me?” We look under trees, wait for packages, and anticipate surprises. Yet the greatest gift ever given is not wrapped in paper or placed beneath a tree, it was wrapped in swaddling clothes and laid in a manger. The Apostle Paul reminds us in Ephesians 2:8–9 that s

Renewed Hope in God This Christmas According to a November 28, 2023 study by Dean Talbot of the WordsRated Report, on average, a person hears between 20,000 and 30,000 words per day. This translates to approximately 20 to 30 words per minute during waking hours. Imagine how many times we hear phrases like, “I hope I get this or that for Christmas.” Based on this average, such a phrase could be heard 20 to 30 times in a single day. The repetition of these words reminds us that

December reminds us that every life is a gift from God. As we mark birthdays and anniversaries this month, we pause to rejoice in His faithfulness, His perfect timing, and His unfailing love that sustains us through every season. Each birthday is a testimony that before we were formed, the Lord already knew us and set us apart for His purpose (Jeremiah 1:5). Each anniversary is a reminder that what God has joined together, no one can separate (Mark 10:9). These celebrations a

Good News in Troubled Times When we turn on the news today, much of what we see echoes the words of Matthew 24: wars and rumors of wars, nations rising against nations, famines, pestilences, earthquakes, betrayal, deception, and love growing cold. These are indeed the “beginning of sorrows.” Families wrestle with division, governments struggle with corruption, churches face challenges, and workplaces are filled with stress and uncertainty. It would be easy to lose hope in suc

GRATITUDE IS OUR CALLING, THE POWER OF THANKSGIVING “In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.” — 1 Thessalonians 5:18. This verse doesn’t say “give thanks for everything,” but “in everything.” That means even in hardship, uncertainty, and waiting, we are called to give thanks, not because the situation is good, but because God is. Thanksgiving is more than a holiday, it is a holy posture. In a world filled with complaints, compar

In a world that often magnifies what’s missing, gratitude is a sacred discipline that magnifies what remains. The question, “What are you thankful for?” is not just a prompt for reflection; it is a call to spiritual alignment. Scripture reminds us, “In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.” (1 Thessalonians 5:18). Giving thanks is not reserved for moments of abundance or ease. It is a command that transcends circumstance. It is t

Let love lead the way in everything you do. In a world quick to expose faults, replay offenses, and rehearse division, the Word of God calls us to a higher standard, love that covers, love that restores, love that protects unity. Proverbs 17:9 reminds us that true love does not delight in broadcasting wrongs but seeks reconciliation. When love leads, we choose mercy over judgment, silence over gossip, and healing over harm. Love is not weakness, it is divine strength. It is t