For righteousness sake, or is it because you are walking contrary to the will of God?
It's important that we examine ourselves and be honest with us and God, if we ever want to walk in victory.

Here are a few scriptures to help you.

Hebrews 12:7 NIV
Endure hardship as discipline; God is treating you as his children. For what children are not disciplined by their father?

1 Peter 3:17 NIV
For it is better, if it is God's will, to suffer for doing good than for doing evil.

Acts 5:41 NIV
The apostles left the Sanhedrin, rejoicing because they had been counted worthy of suffering disgrace for the Name.

1 Peter 2:19-21 NIV
For it is commendable if someone bears up under the pain of unjust suffering because they are conscious of God. But how is it to your credit if you receive a beating for doing wrong and endure it? But if you suffer for doing good and you endure it, this is commendable before God. To this you were called, because Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in his steps.

1 Peter 4:14 NIV
If you are insulted because of the name of Christ, you are blessed, for the Spirit of glory and of God rests on you.

2 Timothy 3:12 NIV
In fact, everyone who wants to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted.

2 Corinthians 4:8-9 NIV
We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed.

1 Corinthians 11:27-30 NIV
So then, whoever eats the bread or drinks the cup of the Lord in an unworthy manner will be guilty of sinning against the body and blood of the Lord. Everyone ought to examine themselves before they eat of the bread and drink from the cup. For those who eat and drink without discerning the body of Christ eat and drink judgment on themselves. That is why many among you are weak and sick, and a number of you have fallen asleep.

Ezekiel 23:49 NIV
"You will suffer the penalty for your lewdness and bear the consequences of your sins of idolatry. Then you will know that I am the Sovereign Lord."

Galatians 6:7 NIV
Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows.


God is in a hurry to forgive and restore because He always wants to be in fellowship and celebrates with and over us. He knows we are not perfect but His character requires that we walk with Him in the light and in truth.

Zephaniah 3:17 NIV
The Lord your God is with you,
the Mighty Warrior who saves.
He will take great delight in you;
in his love he will no longer rebuke you,
but will rejoice over you with singing."

1 John 1:7 NIV
But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus, his Son, purifies us from all sin.     

Matthew 5:8 NIV
Blessed are the pure in heart,
for they will see God.

Brothers and Sisters first let me apologize for not giving you an update about WOC 's activities until now. We have been actively ministering in Pennsylvania as well as two different trips to Iowa.

On June 26,27 and 28 we had our first opportunity to bring the word of our Lord Jesus. We partnered with New Beginning Worship Center and, Pastor D. Ruffin graciously hosted our conference at the Clarion Hotel in Davenport, IA.

In August, and at the same venue we gathered again and co labored with Pastor Ruffin as well as Elder K. Wilson from Salvation Ministries. The conference ran from August 17-21 and we witnessed the manifestation of the Holy Spirit and the power of Jesus Christ to the glory of God the Father.

It is wonderful to work and sacrifice for the advancement of God's Kingdom. We move at the speed and direction Jesus; His will, His way and according to only His understanding. We plant, we water but God gives the increase! He is the True and Faithful One!

WOC continues to pray daily and as the Lord leads for the Saints and those He longs to call His. Our Prayer Friday remains available if you should need prayer or someone to stand in agreement with you.

Stay encouraged Children of The Most High. He declares in Hebrews 11:6 that He is a rewarder of the one that earnestly seeks Him! So..... reach for Him, pursue Him and His righteousness and press into Him and His presence in a way like never before and you will find Him more than you ever imagined!

God's Blessings!

SINGLENESS OF HEARTS MINISTRIES

PRESENTS...

IT'S TIME FOR A REVIVAL

REVIVE OUR SOULS AGAIN!

PLACE:    The Clarion Hotel Davenport
            
                   5202 Brady Street Davenport, IA
           
                  (563) 468 - 2660

DATE:    June 17 - 19, 2011

TIME:    6pm Nightly
                

Hello Saints,

We at Word of Christ Ministries bring you greetings and blessings in the name of our Blessed Redeemer Jesus Christ! We wanted to give you an update on what has been going on with the ministry as we labor to bring God's word and advance the Kingdom of God!!!

May was started with a flight into Atlanta, GA. On Tuesday, May 3rd I drove from Atlanta to Swartz, LA to hold a Revival at Liberty Full Gospel Church (Pastor Royce Lord). The Revival ran Tuesday, May 3rd through Thursday, May 5th. I was honored to be invited again and am always so tremendously blessed by seeing God speak and minister to the needs of His people and to see the length He will go in pursuit of those that have not accepted His mercy and free gift of Salvation.

Friday May 6th I headed to Sterling, LA to visit my Mentor Bro. Bobby Carter. I spent some wonderful time fellowshipping with him and his wife, Sis. Wanda. They are such dear people to me personally and such a blessing to The Kingdom of God! God has used this man so powerfully in my life. I am fulfilling my calling to God because of his obedience to fulfill his!

The time passed too quickly but I had to head out for my 6 1/2 hour drive south to Abbeville, LA to hold Friday, Saturday and Sunday Morning (Mother's Day) services at Praising Jesus Ministries, (Pastor Dennis Romero). God is faithful and such a loving Father. His Spirit of love, warmth and hospitality is always shown through these dear saints of God.

Immediately following the Sunday morning service I had to jump back on the highway to head to Pioneer, LA for a 3 day Revival at Colewa Community Church (Pastor Mike Harrington) that was to begin at 6:00 that evening. I had a long drive ahead and time was going to be tight but, I had to stay the course and leave the details to God. As I was rolling down the highway thinking of who God is, His goodness and mercies that are new every morning my spirit began to burst into a full praise!! I was so fully engulfed that I missed my exit and didn't notice until I was in Shreveport, LA a good 100+ miles from where I needed to be! BUT GOD........(isn't that always the case).... I arrived at His time, just in time! The service had started, everyone was on their hands and knees in prayer, and the service was without delay or interruption!

Tuesday night after the service and breaking bread with Pastor Mike, Sis. Mary and family, I hit the road again with another all night drive ahead of me to return the rental car by 9am in Atlanta.

Ministry on the road is not easy! There is absolultely nothing glamorous about it BUT, when you are doing it for GOD, you have to keep on keeping on because the Gospel of Jesus Christ must be preached to The Glory of God!!! So whether it's His hand of intervention or my motivation, It's still, "BUT GOD" !!!

Special thanks to Pastors Lord, Romero, Harrington and especially their wives for your gracious hospitality. I love you all and am so thankful for the opportunity you extended to stand in your pulpit.

God Bless ~ Bro. Mark

Also remember,
Brother Mark continues to bring the word through his radio broadcast every Saturday at 2:45 
To tune in visit WOCministries.org  Go to the bottom of the home page and click on the online sermon link.

I greet you in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, The Faithful and True One that has redeemed us and remains our continual intercessor!

I traveled down south to hold two revivals last month and I am so grateful to God for allowing me to preach His uncompromising word. The first revival was held in Holly Ridge, LA at New Life Tabernacle Church. (Pastor Kenny Johnston) it was set for February 2nd -6th and despite the very bad weather conditions from that huge storm that affected so much of the
U.S., the people came out and the Holy Ghost moved to the Glory of God! The Holy Ghost spoke into peoples lives, delivered and used our time together to declare His Supremacy to all!

God instructed us to not close the services as scheduled but to extend it until February 8th. Being obedient to The Lord we went on and The Holy Ghost continued to move in, on and through His people. On the LAST night 3 people gave their lives to The Lord!!! Praise God!!! He is always at work!

The second revival began the next night on February 9th at Liberty Full Grace Church in Swartz, LA (Pastor Royce Lord). Pastor Lord didn't feel like the Lord wanted to put an ending date so we agreed to go on every night and let The Lord have His way! The Holy Ghost moved in might and demonstrated His power night after night. He encouraged, convicted, delivered and spoke His truth into the lives of His precious people, for His Glory!

The Lord closed out the revival on February 14th and I headed for home.

I would like to thank Bro. and Sis. Kenny Johnston and Bro. and Sis. Royce Lord for their love, kindness and hospitality during my stay. I praise God for their willingness to listen and obey the Spirit of The Living God and to let Him have His way in their lives and in their ministries! We give God all the honor and praise for EVERYTHING. We will believe the report of the LORD because His promises are "YES" and "AMEN!!!

The Word of Christ is finalizing plans for our next revival at Praising Jesus Ministries in Abbeville, LA (Pastor Dennis Romero) set for May 6th,7th and 8th. We look forward to seeing many of you there and we will keep you posted! God Bless you all and we are continuing to pray for His blessings for you and your strength in the Him.

Heavenly Father, We come to you in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. We come to exalt thee, to bring into the house of the Lord admiration. Blessings and honor, praise, and glory to the Most High God. To the King of Kings, And Lord of Lords , Prince of Peace, The Devine One, The Great I Am, El-Shaddai, Adonai, Jehovah Elohim.

Lord you are worthy of all the Praise. To the God who spoke all things into existence. To the God who cause it to be and cause it to be not. God we would like to thank you for another day and another new year.
Let us lift up our hands and rejoice in the Lord, and say to him, "Thou Art God". We would like to thank- you for your many prayers, we will continue to pray for you. May the God of Glory light shine upon us all and give you strength in this year.

God Bless You All, from the Word of Christ Ministries


Amen

We wrestle not against flesh and blood brothers and sisters. But against principalities, against power,against rulers of darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.(Ephesians 6:12).  Once again as I prepare to leave for my mission for God. I met with some difficulties and some resistance from the enemy.  But this time the attack was far more greater then the last.  Every step of the way was a continual fight all the way up until the last hours of my departure.  But with every blow that I took it made me even more determine to believe and continue to do God's will.  Through grace and determination I refused to allow the enemy to steal my blessings and continued on with my mission.

Greetings from the Word of Christ Ministry.  The mighty and matchless name of our Lord Jesus Christ, helps us to continually pray for the strength and faith in the God of all grace!  Family we are so grateful for all of your love and support.  As we proclaim the word of God we continue to covet your prayer.  For we do indeed live in the last and evil days!  We need each other in this battle.  Thank you for everything and to God be the glory.
 
On October 19, 2010 on my way home as I was praising the lord I was in a accident and rear ended. My car had a series of mishaps. I had a gas leak which was pouring on the engine near the spark plug.  I needed 2 heating coils and 4 alternators.  From October 2, to November 8, 2010 I fasted and prayed.  Upon the end of my fasting I came down with a severe cold. But I continue to press on. From that day on the devil came in like a flood  November 9, once again the enemy tried to stop me by way of my family.  Even though the devil tried to use my family in such a harsh way to stop me I pressed on and left on my mission to serve God on November 10,2010. On November 11, 2010 halfway to my destination doing 60mph I encountered a high speed blow out in Atlanta Georgia. Upon my arrival in LA. I was very excited because I knew that God was going to use me in a way that I was going to be pleasing to him. Despite the fact that I was battleling a severe cold. On November 12, 2010 revival started at Colwa Community Church Pioneer LA Pastor Mike Harrington. On November 14, I preached 2 services and God was moving in a mighty way. As I continued to press on afflicted with a cold I prayed to god let thy will be done.  And he continued to give me strength to press on. The revival was to end on the 16, but God was moving in such a mighty way we pressed on until the 20th. I moved on November 21, to New Life Tabernacle Pastor Kenny Johnston Holly Ridge Louisianna. I preached both the Sunday morning and evening service. The next two days I decided to rest and take care of myself.  Back to work on the third day at Pastor Terry  Temple. Full Gospel Fellowship Rayville LA.  God was moving as usual souls were given to the Lord.  On the 25, Brother Bobby Carter was having his 3 day revival at the camp grounds in Monroe LA.  I went to support my mentor.  On the 27, as I was preparing to return to my hometown Phila,PA. Pastor Royce Lord approached me and ask me to preach at his church Liberty Full Gospel Church Swartz LA. on Sunday the 28th.
I agreed even though I was preparing to go home. I told the Lord whatever doors that he shall open I will step in it.  It was more important to me at that time to do God,s will.  BECAUSE IT TAKES SHEAR DETERMINATION TO SERVE THE LORD. I would like to thank all the Pastors for opening their's doors, and obeying the Lord. Thanks to all of the Ministers that was in attendance, and thanks to all God's people that supported the Revival. God Bless You All, and Thank-You   AMEN

Greetings from all of us here at Word of Christ Ministries in the mighty and matchless name of our Lord Jesus Christ! We are continuously praying for our family of faith's strength and faith in The God of All Grace! Family, we are so very grateful for all of your love and support as we proclaim the Word of God. We continue to covet your prayer coverage for we do indeed live in the last and evil days! We need each other in this battle. Thank you for EVERYTHING and to God be the Glory!!!

We wrestle not against flesh and blood brothers and sisters, but against principalities, against powers, against rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places (Ephesians 6:12). That was never more apparent than as I prepared to leave for my last mission for God. I always meet some difficulties and some resistance from the enemy when I am going away to minister, but this time the attack was HUGE. I was fought EVERY step of the way! It was continual, relentless even unto the last hours of departure, but every blow made me more determined to BELIEVE God and keep moving forward. Through the grace of The Great I AM, I  refused to allow God's enemy to steal what He had for us and I kept it moving!!!

After arriving in Rayville, LA on August 22nd, for the first leg of God's mission, it didn't take long for me to see why the battle to leave Philadelphia had taken place; The Lord of Hosts had GREAT things to come!!! I was teamed with Brother Carter of Prophetic Ministries for a 5 day Holy Ghost Revival at New Life Tabernacle-Pastor Kenny Johnston beginning August 23-27th and The power Of God was phenominal!!! The meetings ended Friday the 27th, but the Spirit of revival continued through as I brought the Sunday morning message on August 29th.

The 2nd mission assignment was in Calhoun, LA in support of Him Ministries- Pastor Mark Parker from August 30th- September 1st. God continued to show His power and willingness to Bless those that would seek His Face! He reigns with dominion and power forever!

On September 2, 3 and 4th the mission was completed as I served the Saints of Colewa Community Church in Pioneer, LA- Pastor Mike Harrington. God demonstrated His sovereignty and moved with precision and unbelievable power! What a MIGHTY GOD we serve!!

I made it back home to Philadelphia in complete awe of what God had done and already have began to spiritually prepare for His next mission.

I would like to thank all of the Ministers that allowed me the GREAT honor of standing before God's people. I deeply appreciate their support in ministry and do not take the opportunity or it's responsibilty lightly. I also would like to thank EVERYONE for all of the love and hospitality I was shown during my stay. I was truly blessed and love you all! 

My 8 year old daughter, Ciana got out of school for the summer on June 16. The next 2 days were spent in final preparations for our travels to preach in the deep south. She was very excited to be out of school, to be going on the road with Dad and absolutely thrilled about her opportunity to praise God by singing in the upcoming services..

We first arrived in Rayville, LA to find Pastor Kenny not feeling well. In support of my brother, I stood in the gap and preached both the Sunday morning and evening services at New Life Tabernacle.

Next, we traveled another 250 miles deeper south into the Gulf region and preached a 3 day revival in support of Praising Jesus Ministries in Abbeville, LA., Pastor Dennis Romero. Pastor Dennis and his family were tremendously gracious hosts and made for a wonderful stay.

Ciani and I returned to Rayville and enjoyed some much needed R&R. We did get in some night fishing with pastor Kenny and little Kenny  and PLENTY of food and fellowship with all the Saints!

The final ministering opportunities came on July 4th. The morning service I held was at The House of Grace- Pastor Roger Temple, north of Delhi, LA  followed, by the evening service held  at The Full Gospel Fellowship- Pastor Terry Temple in Rayville, LA. I would like to send a special thank you to these 2 men of God that extended such an amazing opportunity to stand before God's people. 
 
I am humbled before The Lord because, of all the strong men and women of God that proclaim His Word, He chose to send me. ALL PRAISE BELONGS TO HIM!!

First, let me apologize for the delay in posting recent events. God has been moving and the demands for ministry have increased and have prevented me from catching you up until now!

I left home on March 5, 2010 looking so forward to the revival I was called to preach at New Life Tabernacle on March 7th-12th in Rayville, LA. New Life Tabernacle is blessed with a tremendous man of God as their Pastor, Brother Kenny Johnston and I always look forward to seeing how God will bless us there.

God did not disappoint!  The revival was a blessing and God moved in a mighty way! It is always a pleasure to be in the midst  as The Spirit of God moves and ministers to those He loves!

I am so thankful for Pastor Kenny and Sister Debra for allowing me the opportunity to preach the glorious Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ. I remain grateful to the church family for their prayers and gracious hospitality.