Pastor Odie Kennedy's Pearls

In the midst of this world-wide crisis, things are changing rapidly.  In a matter of days, we went from watching the news to being the news.  We watched as China and Italy fought to literally stay alive.  Now here we are in the United States, fighting alongside them.  It seems like we are getting updates on the hour, so I decided to join in. Schools are closed.  Jobs are shut down.  Even, the church has been ordered to limit its services to ten people. I have an update for every Believer and every person who needs help today.  God is still in business! He's still open to you! There is no special time you need to call Him, just call! While you are watching the news, reading the internet, and talking (at a distance) with your friends, know that you don't have to be afraid.  I'm not telling you to ignore sound instructions or to pretend this crisis isn't serious.  I'm telling you that, in the midst of it all, God has promised to take care of you.  Let Him! U

I honor the presence of the Holy Ghost.  When He comes into the room, He changes everything.  When I came into the church on Sunday, I was so tired.  It seemed like my mind wasn't functioning just right. No, I wasn't crazy.  I just felt like it took some time to pull my thoughts in.  I sat in my seat feeling as if a weight had been placed upon me.  When I began to clap my hands, I started feeling better.  I started giving God the praise that I knew he was due. Before I knew it, my hands were up, my mouth was open, and the weight was lifted.   No matter how tired we get, physically or emotionally, God is still good. I'm a living witness! As the people praised God, the church filled with His presence. I could not and would not dare withhold my praise. I know that I do not belong to myself.  He woke me up and started me on my way. That might be a cute speech for some, but I am truly thankful for God giving me another day. No one had to pump my chest to get my heart beat