Hold on

WHAT MATTERS

9/30/2016

Dr. C. Branker.

To express the goodness of God at a time of great struggle and hardships can only come from the mouth of those who know their God.

Job said, " Why do I take my flesh in my teeth, and put my life in my hands? 

Though He slay me, yet will I trust Him.

Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. Lamentations 3:22-23 (NIV).

Today the inhabitants of the earth benefit from His mercies.

DCB.

 

ENCOURAGE OTHERS TO DO GOOD

WHAT MATTERS

9/29/2016

Dr. C. Branker

When we are motivated by those who bring out the worst in us, it is the right  time to examine ourselves and confess what hides in the heart. 

The message of unkindness burns like a wildfire in many hearts, but the gospel of love is spoken softly.

John 2:25 "He did not need any testimony about mankind, for he knew what was in each person."

For I know that good itself does not dwell in me, that is, in my sinful nature. For I have the desire to do what is good, but I cannot carry it out. Romans 7:18.NIV.

For there is not a just man upon earth, that doeth good, and sinneth not. Ecclesiastes 7:20. KJV.

BE MOTIVATED BY GOOD NOT EVIL.

DCB.

JOHN 3:16

WHAT MATTERS

9/28/2016

Dr. C. Branker

I never understood why there was a need for John 3:17, when there was already John 3:16.

Surprisingly, many people condemn themselves and others more, than receiving and expressing the love God gave them through John 3:16.

Feeling guilty, unworthy, sinful, far from God, lost and hopeless was the the purpose for the message of John 3:16; but the deceiver amplified the opposite.

Remind someone today that condemnation was nailed to the cross for the sins of the world, and LOVE was willing to carry out the entire process.

SHARE John 3:16 again to someone.

DCB

EMBRACE FORGIVENESS

WHAT MATTERS

9/27/2016

Dr. C. Branker.

The practice of engaging in conversation and action  about other people's sin was never accepted nor ordained by our Lord Jesus.

He asked us to judge ourself first.

The principle is to understand your need for forgiveness as you would want others to forgive you also.

Our righteousness came from Him, and He alone is righteous to forgive all who sin and come short of the glory of God.

Our glory is living in His forgiveness and forgiving others. We are never worthy to condemn another human being.

Remember God loves the world and prepared the eternal sacrifice for sinners.

Extend His grace and mercy you have experienced to those around you.

Romans 3:23, Matthew 18: 21-22,Matthew 7:5, John 21:21-22.

DCB.

UNDERSTAND PURPOSE

WHAT MATTERS

9/26/2016

Dr. C. Branker.

                              The greatest lesson you will ever learn in life is Understanding and Realizing Purpose. Life will lead to many dead ends and culdesacs, if you don't know your purpose for being on the planet. Living a day to day life without direction and function for the cause is not fulfillment.

Here are a few tips on moving forward:--

  - From the day you were born, Your purpose has been walking parallel with you.

  - Your adversary, the devil, will always try to avert the purpose of God for your life.

  - Your gifting is attached to your purpose.

  - Your are already aware what your purpose requires from you.

  - Your destiny is fulfilled when your purpose in life is completed.

Make a few steps forward today.

DCB.

STAY BLESSED

WHAT MATTERS

9/23/2016

Dr. C. Branker.

God only receives what no one else can, Praise, Worship and Thanksgiving, which belongs to Him.

Everything else about God is, HIS GIVING. 

Because He is God and owns everything, He can only give and therefore He has no need to receive anything.

He made us sons and daughters. 1John 3:1. He also supplies all our needs. Phil. 4:19.

He has invited us to be like Himself. 

Acts 20:35. " It is more blessed to give than to receive."

STAY BLESSED, KEEP ON GIVING!.

DCB

FAITH REACHES GOD

WHAT MATTERS

9/21/2016

Dr. C. Branker.

WHERE IS YOUR FAITH?

Fear of the unknown is simply lack of faith.

Doubting the outcome of what you are facing, is also lack of faith.

Not sure of the present disturbing situation, is little faith.

Crying out in fear in the presence of God is lost faith.

" But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for any one who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him."

Have Faith In God.

DCB.

JEALOUS GOD

WHAT MATTERS

9/20/2016

Dr. C. Branker.

One of the worst abominations mankind can commit, is to put trust and confidence in another god. 

This has been a continual practice for Israel throughout the Old Testament. God had sent His prophets over and over again to warn them, that they will bring their own shame upon themselves and that their prayer would not be answered.

The same applies today, as the word says "For the Lord your God is a consuming fire, a jealous God." Deut.2-24.

If you live your life, and give very little time for God, it is simply 

because you have found something better than God. 

It is sort of like disowning your parents when you were born.

Without God, there is no breath nor life. SERVE HIM TODAY!

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GOD WILL DO HIS WORK

WHAT MATTERS

9/19/2016

Dr. C. Branker.

It is so easy at times to get caught up into how God must do His work.

Even though prophets have been prophesying for centuries, mankind cannot unveil the exact plan and course The Almighty will take.

Jesus fulfilled so many prophesies, yet the Jews and Gentiles need revelation to clearly understand His work.

God is bringing into fruition all the things that were spoken by His true prophets, but these things does not come with a manmade blueprint as His ways are different than our ways.

What matters is that God's people continue to trust Him void of understanding of how He is going to get it done, AND HE WILL.

DCB.

YOU ARE AN ORIGINAL THINKER

WHAT MATTERS

9/16/2016

Dr. C. Branker.

It is said that great minds think alike and produce great inventions.

The original thought however, begins only in one mind until it is shared and infused into another great mind.

Almost everything that was invented, was the thought of a single person.

Credit is given to men and women from all around the world creating many things.

There are minds at work right now working on great things.

Let us keep our minds pure and busy to accomplish great things.

Seek the mind of the creator.

DCB.

PRAY FOR THE CHILDREN

WHAT MATTERS

9/15/2016

Dr. C. Branker.

We live in a world where customs, values and lifestyles have changed from the way it was when I was growing up.

Even though there were always challenges to those values by some, our parents were still able to maintain control and correct our behavior.

Millennials are chartering their own way of socializing and living, with their own ideologies of how life should be.

Parents have become best friends to their children, children can use obscene language in the home, watch adult movies, and have fights with their parents.

Parenting requires time, patience, hard work and love.

Let us pray for the salvation of the children in this generation.

DCB.

DOO MUCH GOOD

WHAT MATTERS

9/14/2016

Dr. C. Branker

A great part of life should be spent on doing good to others.

We may never know, perhaps sometime in the future, we may eat from the harvest of seeds we have sown.

A good name is acquired by doing good things, and notoriety without integrity will not promote a cause.

We are here as watchers over our brothers and sisters. When they fall we pick them up, when they are week we give them support, when they are gone weep and sing their praise.

They will do the same for you.

DCB.

TODAY

WHAT MATTERS

9/13/2016

Dr. C. Branker

Everyday in some part of the world, somewhere it is raining, the sun is shining, it is snowing, the moon is bright and the stars are visible.

When someone says ' Have a nice day', smile and enjoy it.

It doesn't matter the condition of the weather where you are, it will change again real soon.

I'm so thankful for each day, knowing that today is necessary for my journey in life.

Driving through the state of Florida, you can drive through areas where it is raining and areas full sunlight. 

Remember the Creator created today from the beginning. Let us rejoice and be glad in it.

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BE FRIENDLY

WHAT MATTERS

9/12/2016

Dr. C. Branker

Strengthening proven relationships is always a good thing to do.

In times of hardships and difficulty, a familiar face is better than a stranger.

I read an article of a family of five who left Syria and was separated along the difficult journey crossing borders. 

A husband, wife and three children fleeing from their war torn country, now divided. The father with three and the mother with two got lost in the masses.

After two weeks, a friend from their village saw the mother struggling with her two,  exhausted and week, took care of them until they were united again in another country.

Be good to your dear friends, say nice words and always show them love and kindness.

DCB 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

WHAT MATTERS

9/10/2016

Dr. C. Branker.

    For the past few years, I have been sending out a daily word of encouragement and inspiration to many from Monday through Friday. I have never sent out a message on a Saturday. Today is the exception as I was awaken by a voice speaking into my spirit.

                            "THE U.S. DOLLAR IS ABOUT TO COLLAPSE."

I heard those words this morning, and was immediately awaken out of sleep.

I proceeded to my office and began to meditate, where I received more revelation on preparation for what is about to come, which I will share at another time soon concerning the U.S. Presidential election.

For those of you who know me personally, also know that I consider myself a sound, sober-minded, Spirit- filled individual never seeking attention nor notoriety. 

  I TAKE THIS SERIOUSLY.

Make sure you have enough Emergency Supplies.:-  ( FOOD):- Flour, oil, water, oatmeal, rice, peanut butter, tuna, sardines, corn beef etc.

( OTHER IMPORTANT THINGS):-Charcoal, bleach, candles, matches, flashlights, batteries etc. and gasoline (providing you have a safe place to keep and store to travel a few miles.)

DCB. 

GLADNESS IN HIS PRESENCE

WHAT MATTERS

9/9/2016

Dr. C. Branker.

Prayer was designed by God for all humans to know that He is our Heavenly Father, and  that He has created us with a purpose and a plan for each of us. 

Each day, we enter His presence, we are strengthened in our faith, renewed in our minds, and rewarded in our souls.

God as our maker, takes pleasure when we acknowledge Him daily. When we go before His presence with a joyful heart, and declare His love and goodness towards us,

 He celebrates our coming.

Our time in His presence should not only be for petitions and request for things, but for communion with Him. 

If we believe that He is God and Maker, and we are attentive and persistent acknowledging Him, we will be rewarded.

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PRAY DAILY

WHAT MATTERS

9/8/2016

Dr. C. Branker

Prayer is a daily necessity for all God's children.

The Jews and their religious leaders prayed daily while Jesus was on earth. However, the disciples of Jesus noticed that Jesus prayed in a different manner, and therefore asked Him to teach them to pray as John also taught his disciples. Luke 11:1.

Here is the pattern for prayer he taught them.

            1). Acknowledge the Father

            2). Honor the Father.

            3). Recognize His purpose on earth.

            4). Ask for daily food. ( Know that He is the provider)

            5). Ask for spiritual forgiveness and cleansing,

            6). Ask for help and deliverance from the evil one.

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ATTITUDE FOR PRAYER

WHAT MATTERS

9/7/2016

Dr. C. Branker.

The five fingers on each hand reminds us of the attitude of our heart we should have when we pray.

The Thumb, which is the largest finger speaks of HUMILITY. 

It folds toward the palm of the hand so the other four can comfortably fold on it.

The index or pointing finger, represents TRUTH. 

It is used for instruction and pointing out correctness.

The third finger reminds us of OBEDIENCE to God's word. 

It is the longest finger, and obedience will take us through our journey in life with God's blessings.

The fourth finger declares THANKSGIVING. 

This is when we begin to speak in His presence after examining the heart silently concerning the previous three.

The fifth finger is our CONFIDENCE. 

Small but supports a big thumb. It doesn't matter our size, we serve a greatly mighty God, and we can all live in confidence.

DCB. 

JOY IN HIS PRESENCE

WHAT MATTERS

9/6/2016

Dr. C. Branker

The purpose of prayer is not a time of submitting our request and petition to God, but a time of communication  with Him and enjoying His presence.

When a little child like our presence, and refuses to go to someone else, we feel good on the inside and our heart melts.

So too with our Heavenly Father. He enjoys our presence and would never drive us away. John 6:37 "All those the Father gives me will come to me, and whoever comes to me I will never drive away."

Matthew 18:3 ""Truly I tell you," He said, "unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.

Prayer consist of worship, request, meditation and praise. 

It is never meant to be a dropping off or delivering of request. It is the most precious time of the day, it is being in Gods presence and that is where each day begins and ends. 

LIVE A LIFE OF PRAYER!

DCB.

YOUR UNANSWERED PRAYERS

WHAT MATTERS

9/5/2016

Dr. C. Branker

Your unanswered prayers are the answer to your prayers.

God hears and answers prayers constantly, as the bible says that we must pray and not faint; as every sincere prayer request is heard by our maker.

We are also instructed that when we pray, believe that we will receive what we asked. "For everyone who ask receives". Matthew 7:8.

When we don't receive what we ask for, is because it is contrary to God's timing and will for our life and His purpose is being worked out.

Another reason for not receiving what we asked for, is He knows it is for vanity and consumption of lustful things or we are living an undisciplined lifestyle.

"You ask, and receive not, because ye ask amiss, that ye may spend it in your pleasures.” James 4:3.

OUR FATHER KNOWS WHAT IS GOOD FOR US, AND HE PROMISED TO GIVE US THE GOOD DESIRES OF OUR HEART.

DCB.

THE SPIDER

WHAT MATTERS

9/2/2016

Dr. C. Branker.

 Wisdom is displayed all around us by big and small things created.

The spider is a small insect with incredible skill and wisdom. It plans out the design of its web by measuring distances, size and the time it will take to complete. I have never seen an unfinished web, even if is swept away by a broom; the spider continues to repair and rebuild what was destroyed with precision.

The silk that comes from its body is as strong as steel and capable of trapping a bat.

It skillfully uses its claw like legs to spin its web and does not get caught in it due to its oily body. Every other insect can be trapped in a spider's web, except the spider.

The scripture says, " It is in Kings' palaces."

When we plan, measure, and patiently obey God's instruction, great things can be accomplished. He has given us all the skill to complete what He has ordained.

BE COURAGEOUS,WISE AND SKILLFUL.

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WHAT'S IN YOUR HEART?

WHAT MATTERS

9/1/2016

Dr. C. Branker

Your  most difficult test by God, is His way of rewarding you your greatest blessings, if you don't give up.

The heart must not contain a reserve tank to do it your way in the event God didn't make it in your appointed time. He test the heart and can surely wait us out. 

Our very last meal belongs to Him, if He ask us to give it up, it is

only because He has an abundance of food waiting to be delivered.

He has provided bread and fish out of the air to feed multitudes from a last meal that was offered to Him. 

A widow and her son's life was preserved as she fed the messenger of God with her last meal. John 6:11, 1King 17:16.

WHAT'S IN YOUR HEART?

DCB.