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There is always a positive way to share the hope and love of Jesus. That is true evangelism, letting His character shine through our words, our actions, and our daily decisions. Remember this: someone is always watching. And 1 Peter 3:15 reminds us to “always be ready to give an answer for the hope that is in you, with gentleness and respect.” So use every moment, your attitude, your kindness, your integrity, your appearance, as an opportunity to share… Jesus. When your life

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

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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

It’s Time for Us to Connect We are in a season where connection matters more than ever. When we come together, sharing information, sharing inspiration, and sharing our voices, we strengthen the entire body. Connection is not just about communication; it’s about unity, clarity, and community. When we gather around one central place to receive updates, announcements, and ministry resources, we make it easier for everyone to stay informed and engaged. This is our moment to conn

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

INTRODUCTION Bishop Charlene M. Jamison stands as a devoted laborer in the Kingdom, united with every minister who shares the sacred commitment to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ with excellence, integrity, and unwavering faith. Each minister carries a holy responsibility, to lead God’s people with clarity, compassion, and spiritual maturity. Such a calling demands continual growth, intentional reflection, and the ongoing development of both character and competence. This

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.

And He said to them, ‘Go therefore and make disciples of all nations…’” — Matthew 28:19 When God calls a missionary, He never promises an easy road, He promises a guided one. The true missionary heart is not shaped by comfort, convenience, or certainty, but by obedience. To follow God’s will is to trust that wherever He sends us, across the ocean, across the street, or across the room, He has already prepared the soil for the seed we carry. God does not ask us to be perfect;

WILMINGTON, N.C. — The House of God Church, Inc. – Wilmington, N.C. location welcomed families from across the region for a vibrant holiday outreach event that brought joy, support, and celebration to the community. With well over 200 attendees, the gathering featured bike prize giveaways, a prayer request station, a gingerbread house, making contest, shopping opportunities, food, Christmas music, arts and crafts, games, and more. The atmosphere was filled with warmth, gratit

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,