To the Greatest Father of all, Happy Father’s Day to our Heavenly Father!

THE FRIENDLY CONNECTION NEWSLETTER FRIENDLY TEMPLE CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST “W HERE EVERYBODY IS SOMEBODY AND JESUS CHRIST IS LORD !” 16570 “E” STREET VICTORVILLE, CA 92395 -- (760) 245-8788 DR. ROGER THOMAS, PASTOR - DR. MARIE THOMAS, FIRST LADY

June 2016 TURN BACK TO GOD IN 2016 Volume 7, Issue 6 and wait patiently on Him, for He is the author and finisher of our faith. Hebrews 12:1-2 Published Monthly ======

======“… let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doeth easily Newsletter Staff: beset us, and run with patience the race that is set before us.”

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF FROM THE PASTOR’S DESK Deborah “A DOLLAR’S WORTH JUST WON’T DO” continued

Thompson-Ealy EPHESIANS 5:18

ASSOCIATE EDITOR: “And be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess; Evangelist Henrietta but be filled with the Spirit…”

Givens We are in church to become spiritually stronger so that we can

STAFF MEMBERS: help somebody else get saved and become stronger in the Lord. If Elder Larry Ealy you have been saved for many years and no one else in your family Bettie Young is saved, it’s time to question your salvation, or the kind of life you Sherease Durden have been living before your family and before God.

Mary Jackson Many people in the church have lost their JOY in the Lord because COLUMNISTS: all they wanted was “a dollar’s worth”. Remember, if you don’t Charmayne Moore put anything in to worship, you won’t get anything out of it. We WRITERS need to get excited about Jesus. When we think about how God Elder Loren Due, PhD, brought us out of sin, we ought to get happy knowing that we are DMin, MA, and now on the Lord’s side. God has been good to us. Evangelist Arjeana Due Some have lost their PEACE because all they wanted was “a Off-Site Correspondent: dollar’s worth”. Some have lost their DANCE in the Spirit. Evangelist Isarene There’s a song that says “I don’t know what you’ve come to do, Reynolds-Doyle but I’ve come to praise His name.” This should be our testimony. We should praise His name, clap our hands and praise Him in NOTICE TO OUR READERS: dance, because He has been so good to us. The views expressed by the authors/originators of materials Others have lost their POWER because all they wanted was “a in this publication are not dollar’s worth”. You can be anointed to do a work for God, but if necessarily those of The you don’t praise God, seek Him, and ask Him to take you higher Friendly Connection or and renew your faith and strength, you could lose what you’ve got. Friendly Temple Church of God in Christ. Some have lost their TESTIMONY. We’ve got to stay prayed up, Please address any errors because what brought us through yesterday won’t bring us noted in this newsletter to through today. We can’t just talk about what we used to do, we [email protected] have to do something now, because WE’RE NOT IN HEAVEN YET! We’ve got to keep working for the Lord until the day we die. (To be continued…) 2

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IN THIS ISSUE Featured Writers: Pastor Roger Thomas Evangelist Henrietta Givens `ç YtäÉÜ|àx Deborah Thompson-Ealy Charmayne Moore Mary Jackson fvÜ|ÑàâÜx Loren Due, PhD.

Min. Bryant Norman

Jeremiah 29:11-

Happy Father’s Day 1 “For I know the Pastor’s Desk 2 thoughts that I think In this Issue 3

Ministers’CONTENTS Corner 3 toward you, saith the

You’ve Been Spotted 4 LORD , thoughts of Family of the Month 4 Did You Miss It? 5 peace, and not of

Did You Miss It? Cont’d 6 evil, to give you an Did You Miss It? Cont’d 7 Minister Bryant When thoughts become words 8 expected end.” Your Spiritual Health 9 Norman

Answer/Mystery Member 10

What Did You Forget? 10 When God said He knows the

Bible Mystery Person 11 thoughts that He thinks towards And a Time to Laugh 11 Medical Corner 12 me, thoughts of peace, and not of For Your Information 13

FYI continued 14 evil, this lets me know that even

Answers Bible Mystery 14 when I was in my mess and Bettie’s Picks 15

Children’s Corner 16 serving evil, He still meant good

Prayer Requests 17 for me. He knows where I’ve Announcements 17

Our Daily Bread 18 come from, and where I’m going,

How Can I Be Saved? 19 and He wants nothing but good

for me.

When I walk according to His

WELCOME … word, He has nothing but good in

…..to all of our new members who store for me. joined Friendly Temple during the

month of May. We also extend a welcoming embrace to all who accepted Jesus as their Savior and

Lord of their life, or rededicated themselves during the month of

May.

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FAMILY OF THE M ONTH

YOU’VE BEEN

SPOTTED

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“We are parents to Trystan and Bry’ln [pictured here], Tyahn, Briondra, and Bryant, Jr. We have

been together for 5 year and have been attending

Friendly Temple since November of 2015.

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WÉvàÉÜá eÉzxÜ 9 `tÜ|x g{ÉÅtá we have been to as far as churches in California.

We have grown so much as a family since being th here. Our kids even like to come to church here. Congratulations on your 26 We love the Children’s Ministry, the teaching Church Anniversary! From The that’s going forth, and we are being fed well Friendly Connection Newsletter spiritually. staff and your Friendly Temple The word is truly going forth here and has been a blessing to me and my family. Being at this church Church Family. has allowed me to go forth and operate in the gift

of prophecy that I didn’t know I had until I came here. I’ve grown in points that I never even thought I’d touch. We’ve come together

collectively as a famly also.

All praises to God.” 4

DID YOU MISS IT??

PRAYER AND BIBLE BAND BREAKFAST AND FASHION SHOW

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When thoughts become words……

A personal commentary by Charmayne “ Char ” Moore

The title of our “Did You Know" column has been changed to "When Thoughts Become Words." In Charmayne’s own words: “I feel like ‘did you know’ should state facts about a topic, but I noticed my blogs are not written in that format at all, lol!” Enjoy.…

"What is more, I consider thoughts got deeper and I asked myself, everything a loss because of the “W hy should God help me out?” I barely know who He is and what He's capable surpassing worth of knowing of. Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose sake I have lost all things. I I understand the teachings in church consider them garbage, that I may about the Lord, but I've never made an gain Christ." -Philippians 3:8 effort to put Him first in my life. I place Him on the back burner and feed into Frequently, there have been moments in negativity without seeking His wisdom. If my life when I question if God cares our roles were switched, I would not about me. I wonder why I don't have as want to help someone who always made close of a relationship with Him as I me feel like I don't matter; making would like to have or as I see spiritual excuses for why they can't take the time leaders have. The attacks of life have me to get to know who I am. This is not how even wondering if He hates me; dramatic you treat someone who genuinely loves I know, but I'm sure someone can relate you. to my feelings. My perspective changed from being I've found myself asking God, "Why frustrated with God and thinking He left won't you relieve this pain?" "Have I me out in the cold, to realizing that I'm done something to upset you, which the one who has left Him. I'm living my results in the struggle I'm life dependent on man and worldly vices experiencing?" to ease my pain. In reality, I need to re- write my list with seeking God as the top I came across an article online the other priority. I'm going to practice this way of day that quoted, "You are as close to thinking and put forth the effort to get to God as you choose to be." know God as a goal this month; and I want to give you all an update next I started to think about my relationship month. Please keep me in your prayers with God and I discovered that honestly as well!

I cannot say that I've put forth enough

effort to get to know God. A lot of times God has not been the number one Be Blessed! priority on my list. I am ashamed to say it, but I'm not alone in saying that. A lot of us put everything else before God. My V{ tÜ

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YOUR SPIRITUAL HEALTH…. by Loren Due, PhD.

When will the Church be caught away?

Article 9 (conclusion)

The reason I believe that Jesus’ return is soon is because of the Luke 17 and then review the accounts in Genesis about Noah following hints that point to this very present age in which we and Lot. When you discover what is happening in your local live. Matthew 24:37-39 (KJV) But as the days of Noe were, so community, know that things are only getting worse and worse shall also the coming of the Son of man be. 38 For as in the days – it’s only a matter of time before the end of things as we know that were before the flood they were eating and drinking, it. The signs of judgement are evident in the rapid deterioration marrying and giving in marriage, until the day that Noe entered of our society and the need for revival in the church and the into the ark, 39 And knew not until the flood came, and took them world is like never before. all away; so shall also the coming of the Son of man be. I am not going to list all the things I know that is wrong now, I

We also see what it says about the return of the Lord in Luke will believe the Lord to open your eyes so you can see for 17:26-30 (KJV) And as it was in the days of Noe, so shall it be yourself and make any changes to your life necessary to be also in the days of the Son of man. 27 They did eat, they drank, ready when Jesus Christ returns so you may be caught away - they married wives, they were given in marriage, until the day if you believe. I am also believing for a spiritual awakening of that Noe entered into the ark, and the flood came, and destroyed those who have grown cold and indifferent about the imminent them all. 28 Likewise also as it was in the days of Lot; they did return of Christ the Lord. eat, they drank, they bought, they sold, they planted, they This is one of the many promises of the Lord for us as stated in builded; 29 But the same day that Lot went out of Sodom it rained 1 Corinthians 15:51-57 (KJV) Behold, I shew you a mystery; We fire and brimstone from heaven, and destroyed them all. shall not all sleep, but we shall all be changed, 52 In a moment, 30 Even thus shall it be in the day when the Son of man is in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trump: for the trumpet shall revealed. sound, and the dead shall be raised incorruptible, and we shall

These two scriptures point out something that is unique to this be changed. 53 For this corruptible must put on incorruption, and present age (never happened like this before nor will ever this mortal must put on immortality. 54 So when this corruptible happen again) that we do not find anywhere else in scripture at shall have put on incorruption, and this mortal shall have put on the same time. The scripture takes us to the intersection of the immortality, then shall be brought to pass the saying that is times of Lot and Noah and what they had in common that is written, Death is swallowed up in victory. 55 O death, where is unique to the times we live in! If we recall, in Genesis that Noah thy sting? O grave, where is thy victory? 56 The sting of death is lived and preached some hundred years about sin and people sin; and the strength of sin is the law. 57 But thanks be to God, did not believe him nor heed to be saved from the rain that would which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. Here destroy them. Lot lived in a time of raw homosexuality and the Apostle Paul lets us know what will happen in the end for sexual immorality that gripped Sodom and Gomorrah and the those who are saved and ready to go with the Lord. surrounding areas. In this version of the transformation, the Apostle Paul again

This intersection of gross sin in the time of Noah and Lot, I wants us to know beyond a shadow of doubt what is going to believe, is one of the key hints Jesus gives about when He happen: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 (KJV) But I would not have believed the Father would send Him back to catch us away. you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep, 14 Jesus did say in Luke 18:8 (KJV) 8 I tell you that he will avenge that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope. For if them speedily. Nevertheless, when the Son of man cometh, we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also shall he find faith on the earth? I believe this hint from this verse which sleep in Jesus will God bring with him. 15 For this we say relates to the gross amount of sexual immorality we have in the unto you by the word of the Lord, that we which are alive and earth today where people are openly marrying men with men remain unto the coming of the Lord shall not prevent them which and women with women and many countries are considering are asleep. 16 For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven legalizing incest; and many have already legalized sodomy and with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump other gross sin against God and men. of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first: 17 Then we which

I know many will reject this understanding but it remains a fact are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in of what is happening in cities, counties, states and countries all the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be 18 over the world; the embracing of the damnable behavior Jesus with the Lord. Wherefore comfort one another with these words. warned us about that would happen as in the time of Noah and Lot. You should read for yourself what it says in Matthew 24 and Are you ready?

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MAY MYSTERY PERSON MYSTERY PERSON THIS MONTH Sister Sherease Durden Who is this handsome lad?

Then Now

What did you forget ? Submitted by District Missionary Dr. Gloria Sterling - From “A Class Act II – Practical Lessons for Extraordinary Living ” -- Bishop Charles E. Blake and Lady Mae

DRESS

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1. Even though most churches do not focus on dress, there should be a respect for God’s house, as well as a respect for yourself.

2. Respectable and appropriate dress is ALWAYS in order, whether or not your church’s practice is dressy or casual attire. Casual attire should not be taken to the extreme, such as close-fitting “Daisy Duke” shorts and flip-flops.

3. Creativity, uniqueness, and individuality are wonderful, but your dress should not make you “stand out” in a negative way, with people staring at you.

4. Refrain from dressing in an odd manner that will attract undue attention and cause negative remarks.

5. There is no need to dress identically to others, but observe the way others are dressed around you. Always be aware of the time and place.

(To be continued…)

1 Peter 3:3-4 – “Whose adorning let it not be that outward adorning of plaiting of the hair, and of wearing of gold, or of putting on of apparel; But let it be the hidden man of the heart, in that which is not corruptible….”

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BIBLE MYSTERY PERSONS - submitted by Evangelist Henrietta Givens

1. I was used by many kings but on Jesus I was made of thorns. 2. Who do we call the Good Shepherd? 3. Because I didn’t believe the words of an angel, I was unable to speak for several months. 4. My head was given as a trophy to my enemies, who am I……? 5. Who made the statement “for me to live is Christ, and to die is gain”? 6. I was compared to a fox; I am also a king. 7. Who wrote Apostle Paul’s letter to the Romans? 8. I was called the Twin. 9. I am father to the needy, I was clothed in righteousness. 10. After the Lord completed all His work, He rested on me.

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“AND A TIME A TO LAUGH…”

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Signs that it may be something other than an allergic reaction Bite include: • fever, severe headache, body aches, nausea or vomiting, rash, Overview - Nearly everyone is fatigue, light sensitivity, confusion, neurological changes sensitive to mosquito bites. But for (such as muscle weakness on one side of the body). Contact those with severe , your doctor immediately if you experience any of these symptoms can be more than just symptoms.

annoying: they can be downright serious. Most bites occur at either Prevention dusk or dawn, when mosquitoes As with other allergies, prevention is the best approach. are most active. Mosquitoes require standing or stagnant water to breed. Avoid While male mosquitoes are harmless — feeding only on nectar standing water especially at dusk and dawn when mosquitoes are most active, if possible. and water — the females of the species are out for blood.

A female mosquito locks onto her victim using a combination Other ways to prevent mosquito bites include: of scent, exhaled carbon dioxide, and chemicals in the • wearing protective, light-colored clothing such as long- person's sweat. When she finds a suitable meal, she lands on sleeved shirts, long pants, socks, and a wide-brimmed hat, an area of exposed skin and inserts her proboscis to draw the eliminating standing water around the home (unclog rain victim's blood. The common symptoms — a telltale red bump gutters, empty children's pools, clean birdbaths, and empty and itching — aren’t caused by the bite itself, but by a reaction unused containers such as flower pots), repairing holes in of the body's immune system to proteins in the mosquito's window or door screens, using citronella-scented candles in saliva. outdoor areas or campsites

Learn more about mosquito bite allergies, and whether an It’s also important to apply insect repellents containing DEET. encounter with mosquitoes might be potentially harmful. The AAAAI recommends using products that have between 6

and 25 percent DEET. These provide up to six hours of Risk Factors protection. Follow directions carefully, and reapply after Who Is at Increased Risk for Mosquito Bites? swimming or sweating. Since repellants can also cause Researchers are unclear as to the reasons, but mosquitoes adverse skin reactions, test the product on a small area of your tend to prefer certain victims over others, including men, arm and wait 24 hours to make sure it’s safe to use on your people who are overweight or obese, and those with type O entire body.

blood. Also, because mosquitoes are attracted to heat, wearing dark colors (which absorb heat) may make a person more likely Treatment to be bitten. People living in humid, tropical climates are also Even the best preventative measures probably won't protect at a greater risk. you from all bites. In the case of a normal reaction, a

hydrocortisone cream or calamine lotion will provide relief Symptoms from itching. A cold pack, ice cubes or a cool bath without soap The more times a person has been bitten by mosquitoes, the may help relieve symptoms as well. more likely they’ll become desensitized over time. That means For more serious allergic reactions, the following treatments adults typically have less serious reactions to mosquito bites may be used: than children do. Common symptoms of mosquito bites • oral (such as Benadryl or Claritin) include soft bumps on the skin that may become pink, red, and • topical anti-itch lotion or benzocaine itchy. Symptoms may occur up to 48 hours after the initial bite. • a cool bath without soap According to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, & • an epinephrine auto injector (EpiPen) to carry on-hand in case Immunology (AAAAI), contact with a mosquito must be six of

seconds or longer to produce a reaction.

Symptoms of a more severe allergic reaction may include: Outlook • large area of itching, lesions, bruises near the site of the bite Mosquito bite allergies are rare, but the reactions can be lymphangitis (inflammation of the lymph system), (at or serious enough to warrant immediate medical treatment. If you around the bite), anaphylaxis (a rare, life-threatening condition have this type of allergy, you may consider ongoing treatment that results in swelling in the throat and wheezing and requires from an allergy specialist — especially if you live in mosquito- immediate medical attention). prone areas. Mosquito bite allergies don’t cause any long-term

Allergic reactions aren't the only concern regarding mosquito illnesses or lifestyle intrusions when they’re properly bites. Mosquitoes can also transmit serious diseases, such as: managed. Just be aware of these pests and have the right tools on hand in case you get bitten.

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ANSWERS TO BIBLE MYSTERY PERSONS – by Evangelist Henrietta Givens

1. A Crown Mark 15:17 2. Jesus our Lord Psalm 23: 1-6 3. Zechariah Luke 1: 18-20 4. Saul 1 Samuel 31: 1-12 5. Paul Phil 1: 20-24

6. Herod Luke 13: 31-35 7. Tertius Roman 16: 20-27 8. Thomas John 11: 16 (NLT)

9. Job Job 29: 13-16 10. Sabbath (The Seventh Day) Genesis 2: 1-3

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Bettie’s Picks

CRAWFISH BOUDIN BALLS Ingredients 2 tsp. vegetable oil Green Onion Aioli 1 qt. vegetable oil

2 tsp. vegetable oil ½ bunch fresh sage leaves 2 green onions ¼ bunch fresh thyme sprigs 4 clove garlic 4 bay leaves ¾ c. mayonnaise 1 tbsp. Cajun seasoning ½ tsp. grated lemon peel 1 qt. crawfish or seafood stock 1 tbsp. lemon juice 2 c. popcorn rice (or long-grain white rice) Boudin Balls 1 lb. cooked crawfish tails or chopped shrimp 1 small red pepper 2 green onions 1 small poblano pepper 2 tbsp. melted butter 1 stalk celery 5 large eggs ½ medium onion 1¼ c. dried bread crumbs ½ head garlic Directions For Aioli: In 8-inch skillet, heat 2 teaspoons vegetable oil on medium-high. Add green onions. Cook 2 minutes, stirring. Add garlic. Cook 2 minutes or until garlic is deep golden brown, stirring. When mixture is no longer hot, add to food processor along with mayonnaise, lemon peel, and lemon juice. Purée until smooth; refrigerate, covered, up to 2 days. For Boudin Balls: In food processor, pulse red pepper, poblano, celery, onion, and garlic until very finely chopped, scraping down side of bowl occasionally. In 10-inch skillet, heat 2 teaspoons oil on medium-high. Add vegetable mixture. Cook 8 to 10 minutes or until mixture is mostly dry, stirring frequently. Wrap sage, thyme, and bay leaves in cheesecloth and secure with butcher's twine; add to 6-quart saucepot, along with vegetable mixture, Cajun seasoning, stock, and 1 teaspoon black pepper. Heat to boiling on high. Stir in rice. Reduce heat to low. Gently simmer, covered, 15 to 20 minutes or until rice is tender. Spread rice in rimmed baking sheet or 3-quart baking dish to cool, discarding herb sachet. Return rice to pot. Fold in crawfish, green onions, butter, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. In medium bowl, lightly beat eggs. Place crumbs in shallow dish. Using golf ball–size scoop, form rice mixture into balls. Dip balls into egg, letting excess drip off, then roll in crumbs. In 5-quart saucepot, heat remaining quart oil on medium-high until it reaches 375 degrees F on deep-fry thermometer. In batches, fry balls 2 to 3 minutes or until deep golden brown, turning occasionally. With slotted spoon, transfer to paper-towel-lined platter. Makes about 4 dozen balls. Serve warm with green onion aioli.

Creamy Spring Vegetables & Smoked Trout Ingredients 1/4 cup water 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/4 teaspoon each kosher salt and ground 1 tablespoon unsalted butter black pepper 8-ounce cremini or other mushrooms, sliced 8 ounces smoked trout, skin removed 3 medium carrots, thinly bias-sliced 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives 2/3 cup fresh shelled or frozen peas 1 large bunch watercress, tough stalks 1/2 cup whipping cream removed Directions In a large skillet heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add mushrooms; cook 2 minutes or until they release their liquid. Stir in carrots. Cover. Cook 3 minutes. Uncover. Add peas, cream, water, salt, and pepper. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, 4 minutes or until peas are tender, stirring occasionally. Break trout into large pieces; gently stir into vegetable mixture. Reduce heat to medium. Heat through. Stir in chives. Top with watercress. From the Test Kitchen Hot-smoked trout has an intense, salty flavor and flaky texture. You could easily swap in hot-smoked salmon or even high-quality tuna.

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PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR MILITARY AND OUR COUNTRY

Pray also for our missionaries abroad

who are being persecuted.

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OUR DAILY BREAD

Thanks, Dad We exhorted, and comforted, and charged every one of you, as a father does his own children. — 1 Thess. 2:11 In the US, more long distance calls are made on Mother’s Day than any other day. But on Father’s Day, the most collect calls are made. It seems that children still depend on their fathers to provide, even when they are far away from home. Fathers are needed and wanted for much more than financial help. While 1 Thessalonians 2:10-12 is primarily directed toward church leaders, Paul talks about how their role is similar to a father’s. He states: “You know how we exhorted, and comforted, and charged every one of you, as a father does his own children.” Exhorted is “to call near.” It is easy for fathers to think that all that’s required of them is to bring home a paycheck. But children need their close encouragement. The word comforted is “to console.” Nothing is more valuable to a child than the time given by a father to listen and talk. Without constant relating, relationships turn cold. Charged is “to affirm.” Fathers challenge their children by affirming the truth of God’s Word as they live it out in front of them. And even in failings, they affirm what is right through the asking of forgiveness. How thankful we can be for fathers who help their children “walk worthy of God” (v.12). We’re thankful for our fathers, Lord, They’re special gifts from You; Help us to show we honor them By what we say and do. —Sper

Good fathers reflect the heavenly Father.

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HOW CAN I BE SAVED? THE PRAYER

You must confess and believe. If you desire to be saved, would you pray Romans10:9 says, “If thou shalt confess with the following prayer? thy mouth the Lord Jesus and shalt believe in Dear God, I know that I am a sinner. And thine heart that God raised Him from the I know that Jesus died for my sins. I dead, thou shalt be saved.” If you believe that believe You raised Jesus from the dead, God raised Jesus of Nazareth up from the and I want Him to be my Lord and Savior. grave and can confess with your mouth that Jesus, come into my heart and save me. Jesus is Lord, you shall – not maybe – you shall be saved. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.

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