2 YR ANNIVERSARY

From Pastor and Founder Elder Anthony C. Grady 25 February 2010

Greetings in the name of Jesus! Happy Anniversary to all the saints, families and friends at New Beginnings Ministries! God is able to do exceeding, abundantly above all that we ask or think according to the power that worketh in us. (Ephesians 3:20) How blessed we are to dwell together in unity! We're still standing strong and striving to do the work of the Lord. How blessed we are to enjoy the favor of God! Yes, this has been a difficult year, one comprised of many trials, but our God is faithful, and He has seen us through every heartache, every misfortune, every obstacle and every disappointment that originated from the hands of the enemy! Through it all, we still possess faith to move mountains, courage to stand, and Joy that surpasses all understanding. What an awesome God we serve! Hallelujah!

Within the last year, we have seen the Lord work in miraculous ways. Our eyes have witnessed people healed from sicknesses, marriages restored, homeless fed and sheltered, the poor blessed financially. We have seen people delivered and set free from the addictions of drugs, alcohol and pornography. We have seen lives transformed before our eyes, lost souls saved, backsliders reclaimed, broken hearts mended, curses stopped, sexual identification made concrete, enemies defeated, membership additions, Jesus lifted higher, and God glorified!

It's true that God has shown Himself mighty and faithful in His dealing with us, but I believe that we are at a critical point in our effort for effective ministry. God wants to advance us to the next level of ministry and in order to get there, we must live and serve God in accordance to a very important spiritual truth. In Luke 9: 23 Jesus said, "If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow Me". Now understand that when Jesus spoke that verse of denying ourselves, He was and is saying that we must say no to our desires when they conflict with God's will. He's calling every believer to a lifestyle of denial. Jesus is calling us to a lifestyle of sacrifice!

Many in the Body of Christ need to be set free from their fear of sacrifice. So many believers hide their gifts and their talents, but mostly their finances like the slothful servant of Matthew 25:14-30 and in so doing they never reach the level of freedom or abundant living that Jesus expects of us. But it's the will of God that every believer be set free from their fear of sacrifice and there is a simple truth that will do just that if we grasp it.

In the verses that follow Luke 9:23, Jesus mentions three things that will happen in the lives of those who refuse to "deny themselves and take up his cross daily".

First of all, believers who will not live a life of sacrifice will eventually lose everything they have lived for anyway. Secondly, those who see sacrifice for Christ as a threat to their own security will eventually lose the very thing that they were trying to make secure. Jesus said, "For whosoever shall save his life shall lose it" Luke 9:24. And last, those who refuse to live a life of self-denial and sacrifice for Jesus Christ will ultimately forfeit their rights of eternal recognition and status. Jesus put it this way, "For whosoever shall be ashamed of Me and My words, of him shall the Son of man be ashamed when He comes in His own glory, and in His Father's, and of the holy angels" Luke 9:26. Praise Him!

We can accomplish all that God has assigned to us. We can go to the next level. We can bring our vision to pass, but must follow the leading of God's spirit and walk by Faith. Commitment, hard work, love and many personal sacrifices are inevitably key ingredients for advancing to the next level. Be encouraged my brethren, because the omnipotent, omniscience, and omnipresence God who brought us to this present time will continue to pour out blessings, open doors of opportunities and strengthen us to advance the Kingdom. Oh, Bless Him!

Here in this "vessel of Love" we're excited about the outpouring of God's spirit, the anointing in the lives of His people, the agape love in this place that flows from heart to heart and the plans that God has for New Beginnings Ministries! Also, we're so grateful for the people that have allowed God to plant their feet within this court of praise! We're Moving!

I want you to know that I love you and I'm truly honored to be your pastor.

In Christ’s Service,

Pastor Anthony C. Grady

How Great Is Our God

Today was yet another day that God breathed on me. He allotted peace, joy, happiness in this day. Never would I have ever thought that God would be so great to me in this life. I'm overwhelmed with the love He continues to show me on a daily bases. He simply keeps on blessing me over and over again. How great is God to you? Is He your everything or is He just the means for you to acquire things. How great is my God that He loves me the way He do!!! Be Blessed and know that God is Great.

God is Good

Today was another day that the Lord made. His blessings yet rained down and showered His people. Im greatful for his awesome power and favor. Have you thought about his grace and love lately, for truly without it where would we be. Be blessed.

We are made new...

Every morning that the Lord decides to wake us up, is another opportunity to live Holy before Him. It is no small thing, or a coincidence, or by chance that you are alive, well, and in your right mind. It was a decision that God made to spare your life and to keep you among the land of the living to fulfill the purpose that He created you for. That alone is worthy of His praise.

With each day that we are blessed to see it is a new chance for the enemy to try to cause us to stumble. He would not be on his job if he didn't throw something at us to take our mind off of what God has ordained for our life. Find it not strange when you are tempted to do something that you know is contrary to God's word or contrary to who He has called you to be. The enemy may bring forth a situation to try to convince you to revert back to your old self and act in the manner that you use to act that was not pleasing to God.

The good news today is that you do not have to revert back to the old man. You are made new in Christ Jesus. 2 Corinthians 5:17 says "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ Jesus, he is made new, the old has gone, the new has come!" HALLELUJAH! You are no longer a slave to your former self that willing did the work of the enemy. You are now a servant of the most high God whose power lies in you through the blood of our Savior Jesus Christ. You can call on the name of Jesus and use the power that lies in you to cast down every thought that is contrary to the Spirit of God that tries to consume you. No weapon formed against you shall prosper but He didn't say that it won't be formed.

Remember that the next time you are wondering "why me?" "why is this happening?" The enemy will form his weapons against you BUT THEY SHALL NOT PROSPER because you are made new in Christ Jesus whose Spirit now lives in you. Praise God for He is worthy.

As The Day Ends

As The Day Ends
by Ellen Bailey

As the day ends and the sun goes down, and the sun sheds its last rays of light.

I think to myself as I look around,"Have I spent my day living right?"

As the day ends and the sun goes down, I thank the Lord for this day

I have owned and as the night steals in without a sound,I feel His presence

and know I am not alone.

As the day ends and the sun goes down,

I count my many shares and blessings and recall what's right can be found.

In His wonderful teachings and lessons .

Pastors Appreciation Night

Praise the Lord for He is worthy. Friday was our Joy night service and it was a joy indeed to honor our Pastors with a night filled of love and appreciation for all that do for the Lord and for us. The bible says in Ephesians 4:11-15 (New International Version)

"11 It was he who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers, 12 to prepare God's people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up 13 until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the Son of God and become mature, attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of Christ.

14 Then we will no longer be infants, tossed back and forth by the waves, and blown here and there by every wind of teaching and by the cunning and craftiness of men in their deceitful scheming. 15 Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will in all things grow up into him who is the Head, that is, Christ......." It is our Pastors duty to train and lead us from children in Christ to strong mature servants who can go boldly before God walking out His will for our lives. This is no easy task. To instruct, chastise, love, mentor, teach, encourage, and labor among many and have all of their baggage (good and bad) on their shoulders.

As Minster Kathleen Marsh said "we ought to be glad that God saw it it fit for them to lead us." I know I am glad that they were called to this position. I can't think of anyone more worthy to be called Pastor then Anthony and Teaggra Grady for they exmplify the very essence of God's love. Their walk is one of joy, peace, long suffering, humbleness, meekness and love. Their strength is encouragble and tears are rejoyceful. They labor for souls and I am so thankful that they were obedient to God's call.

THANK YOU Pastors for your service to the Lord and to the congregration.

Being Considered

Many times throughout this christian walk we will encounter trials, tribulations, sufferings, hardships, difficulties, etc... One must remember however the endeavoring responsibility of the righteous. The task at hand appears insurmountable,my thoughts tell me to leave and give up in the faith, situations seem not to be on my side, my sins convict me beyond measure. What is it Lord. Why must I go through the many tests of life? Why must I be faced with trial after trial, day after day? The questions is why not you. In order to reign with Him the saint must suffer. In order to receive your crown of righteousness that so dearly awaits one must endure the temptations of this life. So remember the next time you consider wondering why, just know YOU ARE BEING CONSIDERED!!!