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

As the Thanksgiving holiday approaches, the leadership of the North Carolina Diocese humbly petitions our family and friends to pause in gratitude and reflection. We invite you to view the heartfelt message from our Chief Overseer of the House of God Church, Inc., Bishop Clary K. Butler, Sr. May his words inspire unity, thanksgiving, and renewed devotion in this sacred season. Visit, www.hogconline.org to view the message.

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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

Honoring Bishop James Colvin Elliott As a lasting tribute to the legacy of the late Bishop James Colvin Elliott, whose leadership was God-driven. Bishop Elliott was known by many not as a distant State Bishop, nor a Chief Overseer who often delegated the assignments of the office from afar. Instead, he was a present leader, one who preferred to be hands-on, walking and talking with the people, feeling their cares, and sharing in their joys and burdens. You would be in your lo

No matter the season of life, whether joy overflows or burdens weigh heavy, prayer is the anchor of the soul. It is not bound by circumstance, nor silenced by struggle. Prayer is the believer’s lifeline, the sacred conversation where heaven bends low to hear the cries, whispers, and praises of God’s children. It is written, “Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.” — Philippians 4:6. Pra

Mark your calendars and prepare your hearts for the 86th Holy Gathering (commonly known as the State Assembly) of The House of God Church, Inc. - North Carolina Diocese in Raleigh, North Carolina, on March 5th - 8th. This sacred gathering will unite saints from across the diocese and the globe in a powerful assembly of worship, impartation, and celebration. Come expecting spirit-filled services, anointed music, dynamic preaching, and fellowship that transcends borders. From

We are all called to give thanks. Not just when things are good, but especially when they are not. Giving thanks is not optional, it is commanded. “In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.” (1 Thessalonians 5:18). We are supposed to do it. We are expected to do it. We are instructed by heaven to do it. Take a moment and sit down. Turn on the news. Look around. Matthew 24 is unfolding before our eyes, wars, famines, earthquakes, b

“I have not sent these prophets, yet they ran: I have not spoken to them, yet they prophesied.” Jeremiah 23:21 Today is Tuesday, November 4th, 2025, and I am sitting in my office, watching the calamities on the news unfolding around us, locally, nationally, and internationally, I was moved to immediate intercession. As the news cycled from one issue or crisis to the next, I am reminded of a message from my 2020 archives titled, “WHOSE VOICE ARE YOU LISTENING TO?” BELOW YOU W

Faith is not wishful thinking, it is divine assurance. It is the spiritual anchor that holds us steady when the winds of life howl and the waves threaten to overwhelm. Faith is the unseen bridge between our present pain and God’s promised peace. It is the quiet confidence that God is still sovereign, even when chaos surrounds us. Faith matters now more than ever. These are days of shaking, political unrest, economic uncertainty, moral confusion, and spiritual warfare. Hearts

When Jesus went to the cross, He bore the weight of our sin, not our quirks, temperaments, or personalities. He died to redeem what was corrupted by sin, not to erase the uniqueness of who we are. The blood of Jesus cleanses us from all unrighteousness (1 John 1:7), but it does not cancel the God-given traits that make us distinct. Your boldness, your quiet strength, your creativity, your analytical mind, these are not flaws to be fixed, but gifts to be sanctified. Romans 5:8

This freedom from bondage is for every person in the world! The foundation of our freedom as believers is rooted in the finished work of Jesus Christ on the cross. Romans 6:6–7 declares, “Knowing this, that our old man is crucified with him, that the body of sin might be destroyed, that henceforth we should not serve sin. For he that is dead is freed from sin.” This passage reveals that through Christ’s death, our sinful nature was put to death, and we are no longer slaves to

To our beloved North Carolina Diocese family and friends, We come to you with heavy hearts and fervent prayers following the catastrophic impact of Hurricane Melissa, which made landfall in Jamaica on October 28th as a Category 5 storm with winds reaching 185 miles per hour. The devastation has been widespread, with total destruction reported in the western regions of the island. Communication has been severed, and lives have been lost, particularly in Haiti, where flooding h

AN 8-PART STUDY A Christian is not merely a churchgoer or someone who believes in good morals. A Christian is one who has been called out, transformed by the power of Jesus Christ, redeemed by His blood, and filled with His Spirit. It is a life surrendered to His will, marked by faith, love, and obedience. A Christian walks in the light of truth, empowered to speak boldly, live righteously, and reflect the character of Christ in every step. It is not just a title, it is a tes

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