You Have A Promise Of Safety

 

HaShem, one of the names referring GOD, His name being too Holy to be spoken.

"Hashem is a Hebrew term for God. Literally, it means “the name.” In the Bible the Hebrew word for God is made up of four vowels, and according to tradition it was only pronounced on Yom Kippur by the High Priest. Saying God’s name was considered a very serious and powerful thing, so much so that one of the Ten Commandments prohibits us from saying God’s name in vain. As a result, people have come up with various substitutions."*

The name of The Lord is Holy. When we run to the name of The Lord we're running to a sacred place, a place where not just anything can run behind us. Not everything can enter the most holy place or The Most High's Presence.

The righteous, who have The Spirit of GOD in their hearts can. As the children of GOD when we run to name of The Lord we're protected. We're safe from the things that have no place in the presence of GOD.

The Lord told Abraham, that if he found fifty righteous people in the city of Sodom, he wouldn't destroy the city.*

To be righteous is considered by some as being "in right standing with GOD". Righteousness is a position that we can choose to be in, it's one we can work to be in. It's certainly one that we're protected in.

As children of GOD, we can come to know our Father more, when we know our Father more we'll know that we can run to His Holy name, amongst other sacred things that are revealed to us in the covenant we have.

May we seek to live in the safety of The Lord continually.

Delight Yourself In The Lord | Psalm 37:4

 

Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart. - Psalm 37:4

Hodaya - "Splendor of The Lord", Praise, Thanksgiving.

Today give The Lord a Hodaya Praise!!

GOD is worthy! All The Time The Lord is good.

As we praise our Resplendent GOD, we become resplendent.

Praise GOD from whom all blessings flow, Praise GOD who IS the blessing. Who is always with us.

Seek trust and praise The Lord!

Hear and be obedient to His will.

He's Able To Lift You Up | Jude 1:24

 

"To him who is able to keep you from stumbling and to present you before his glorious presence without fault and with great joy". - Jude 1:24

Not only is He able to keep you from falling. He's able to lift you up. You can be presented blameless before His glorious presence and experience great joy!

Praise GOD for this!

Those Who Look To The Lord Are Radiant | Psalm 34:5

 

Have some face time with The Lord today!

Those who look to him are radiant; their faces are never covered with shame. - Psalm 34:5

The Hebrew word Paniym means: Face, Presence, Person. May The Lord cause His face to shine upon you!

May the presence of The Lord continually be with you. May you continually look to The Lord so your face can continue to shine and radiate with His brightness. 

May we look to The Lord, the "lifter of our heads" forever. 

Amen.

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More Are For You Than Against You | 2 Kings 6:16

 “Do not be afraid,” Elisha answered, “for those who are with us are more than those who are with them.” - 2 Kings 6:16

Don't be afraid, more angels are with you than there are demons against you. Stand with GOD. It may look like you're surrounded, but you're surrounded on all sides by the angels of The Lord. GOD is a covenant keeping GOD, and so The Lord of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob is with us to protect us when we receive Him.

Take hold of this word from The Lord today. 

Daily Scripture Reading: 2 Kings 6

You can read this verse to get the full context and read more in the chapters to study and get greater understanding.

The DAILY Dose ✨ | Devotional Reading | Saved By Grace

 

New Episode! Check out today's episode of The DAILY Dose✨: Devotional Reading! Listen below:

Feel free to reply with your thoughts our leave a comment. 

Stellar Awards Officially Postponed Due To Coronavirus News

Don Jackson, The CEO of Central City Productions, the company that produces The Stellar Awards officially announced that the show is now postponed. The official notice from Jackson read that the new date for the event would be announced soon.

Central City shared that it would be postponed effectively until Summer 2020. Also included in the notice were actions that communities could take to prepare and stay healthy.

Credit: Stellar Gospel Music Awards

The official update from The Company is shared below:

March 12, 2020 - The Stellar Awards 35^th Anniversary Show 2020 in partnership with the Orleans Hotel and Arena wishes to ensure that the safety of all show guests and participants is the highest priority. In light of recent news and the declaration of the COVID-19 crisis as a global pandemic by the World Health Organization (WHO), we have decided to postpone the production of the 35^th Annual Stellars Gospel Music Awards.

 It is important that we all take this matter seriously and do our part to respect the guidelines in place limiting large social gatherings to combat the community spread of this virus.  We must adhere to the social distancing measures put into place and continue to remain vigilant about following all possible recommendations carefully, while remaining steadfast in our faith. For more info, please go to the CDC Website.  

Effective immediately, the Stellar Gospel Music Awards 35^th Anniversary Show and events are postponed until Summer of 2020. Please follow our accounts on social media @thestellars and check our website www.stellarawards.com for updates from Central City Productions. We will continue to closely monitor the situation to determine the best time to reschedule the event. It is our hope that with quick community action, we can do our part toward the solution of this global problem. Everyone has a role to play in getting ready and staying healthy.

• Individuals and communities should familiarize themselves with recommendations to protect themselves and their communities from getting and spreading respiratory illnesses like COVID-19.

• Older people and people with severe chronic conditions should take special precautions because they are at higher risk of developing serious COVID-19 illness. They should limit travel and should not attend large gatherings unless it is essential.

• Help reduce the spread of rumors. Let people know that viruses cannot target people from specific populations, ethnicities, or racial backgrounds. Being of Asian descent does not increase the chance of getting or spreading COVID-19.

• Fight stigma and fear by supporting people who may be coming back to school or work after traveling internationally or completing a quarantine or isolation period for COVID-19. 

 We encourage our families to continue to keep the mission of the Gospel community at heart and support each other with prayer and responsible preparation through this trying time.

We thank everyone for 35 years of support of the Stellar Gospel Music Awards and we look forward to safely celebrating this special milestone with everyone this Summer! Don Jackson, CEOCentral City Productions

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Lecrae's "I'll Find You" Featuring Tori Kelly Reaches Platinum Status

Recently Christian Hip Hop Artist Lecrae's Hit "I'll Find You" featuring Tori Kelly reached platinum status. It's no surprise that the inspirational composition is doing well. Congratulations to everyone who was involved with the creation of the song.

Lecrae shared a brief testimony about the success of the single on his instagram page (which is currently only one of three posts on his page).

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First ever #riaaplatinum💿 record!! I never imagined. We did it for everyone hurting and struggling, for our loved ones we lost, and for the kids fighting cancer. Thank you @torikelly and Frank E. Thank you @natalielaurensims Thank you @reachrecords and @columbiarecords and THANK YOU 👊🏽! All the support you’ve given me! Y’all ain’t fans...you’re family. When I say, “Thank you God.” I mean it!

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Check out the Song "I'll Find You" by Lecrae and Tori Kelly below:

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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Todd Dulaney Talks New EP "Back To The Book"

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ATLANTA, Ga. -- Last week at an intimate conference held during Black History Month, Gospel Superstar and Worship Leader Todd Dulaney discussed his new EP "Back To The Book" with attendees. Dulaney talked about the inspiration behind the album, along with other topics related to gospel, entertainment, and the unity of the church.

He discussed his leadership style and shared a message of how "unity produces glory". Dulaney expressed the ultimate goal of getting the church out of their feelings and emotions, and "Back To The Book". That book being the Bible.

Breath Of Life Daily received an exclusive interview opportunity at the event and recorded coverage of a few powerful moments and responses that took place. Check out the video that can only be found on BOLDJournal's Official YouTube channel. 

Todd Dulaney's New EP "Back To The Book" is now available on all retail and digital streaming platforms.

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GOD's Word Is Trustworthy

GOD's word is trustworthy! it's at the framework and foundation of the world and the universe.

If nothing else stands, GOD's word stands. Be encouraged to communicate with the creator today. The Lord has your best in mind, now and forevermore.

Peace,

April D. Byrd
@BOLDJournal

The Attention To Please

Now to Him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that works in us, - Ephesians 3:20

I'm really growing more and more aware that the things I want, may not be what GOD wants. My aim now is to pray about every desicion and make sure it's in GOD's will.

I thought about a big desicion in regards to a business trip this morning, but honestly I'm really feeling the impression to pray about even the "smallest" things. I pray this conviction stays with me because in my experience, not only does prayer generate provision, it also provides protection.

May we continuously, intentionally remember that GOD is really in control.

GOD is most worthy of our attention. When we give GOD our attention, GOD gives the ability we need to overcome, to succeed, to excel, and to live our best lives.

More Powerful Than Pain

I think GOD will blow our minds if we're open to it.

GOD is a mindblowing GOD
No, not the blow your brains out kind,
But when we allow ourselves to be led
The mark is definitely made
There's an etching on our heart, more powerful than a scar 

it's a kind that reminds us.
of the time that GOD blew our minds,
And there was no feeling like it,
So there is no reason to go back to hurt.

It reminds us that healing 

is more powerful than pain

                                     

"They show that the requirements of the law are written on their hearts, their consciences also bearing witness, and their thoughts sometimes accusing them and at other times even defending them." - Romans 2:15

“This is the new covenant I will make with my people on that day, says the LORD: I will put my laws in their hearts, and I will write them on their minds.” - Hebrews 10:16 

You Are Stronger Than You Think

You are stronger than you think! That’s because GOD’s unlimited strength is always available to you. 

He never meant for us to accomplish everything on our own or in our own strength. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve declared Philippians 4:13 over my life because I wanted to succeed in his strength, instead of my own: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”

Whatever you’re facing this week, take it to GOD in prayer and trust Him with it. Then let these truths strengthen your heart and encourage your faith:

• There is no disease GOD cannot heal.
• There is no heart GOD cannot mend.
• There is no relationship GOD cannot restore.
• There is no person GOD cannot save.
• There is no pain GOD cannot redeem.
• There is no sin GOD cannot forgive.
• There is no bondage GOD cannot break.
• There is no need GOD cannot meet.
• There is no enemy GOD cannot defeat.
• There is no mountain GOD cannot move.

In other words: There is nothing our GOD cannot do! And in Him, you are stronger than you think!

Today's Inspiration was provided by Christine Caine. This message from Christine Cain through her Propel Women network was so on point and right on time! Love it! Follow us @BOLDJournal on all social media networks and Join our BOLD Prayer and Inspiration group to get the latest updates!

What You're Worthy Of. . . : #BOLDPodcast | Season 2: Episode 3

Inspired by divine guidance and revelation, this episode deals with overcoming depression and realizing what living our best lives actually are, aside from wealth, comfort and leisure...taking a page from The Real Housewives, special guest Eva Marcille shares what keeps her going.

GOD Trusts You, Trust GOD Back!

Today is a great day! Today is a blessed day, because if you're reading this, you're alive today! The Lord trusted us enough to give us this day, so we should trust GOD enough to do what needs to be done for us to thrive and prosper, as the Lord intends.

GOD is able to do exceedingly, abundantly above all that we can ask or think according to the power that works in us. In essence, The Lord has plans for us that are above our own thinking. Let's get in sync with these awesome plans, and be blessed today! Be empowered to trust GOD even more!

Light In The Darkness : #BOLDPodcast | Season 2: Episode 2

Inspired by prayer and personal history, April examines what it means to be BOLD, optimistic, and dare greatly with divine purpose. This episode breaks down how our purpose illuminates our path to be a light in the darkness to ourselves and the world.

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Let The Redeemed Of The Lord Say So

If you've been redeemed. Say so!

Speak Light In The Darkness Today

Speak light into the darkness, be the light in the darkness. Keep your light shining today!

"What I tell you in the darkness, speak in the light; and what you hear whispered in your ear, proclaim upon the housetops." - Matthew 10:27

We're Given Power For Divine Purpose

No matter how we fall short. No matter how weak we may feel, No matter how inadequate we may be. When we trust and submit to our will to GOD's, GOD meets our inadequacies and we are given power for GOD's purpose in us.

But he said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness." Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ's power may rest on me. 

- 2 Corinthians 12:9

Remember: You Are Not Entitled To GOD's Blessings

I received another gift yesterday unexpectedly. It was a planner that I really needed. GOD provided it through someone, unexpectedly, out of the blue, again. It was a complete surprise. I'm really grateful for it. It also occurred to me yesterday that I've become so used to GOD blessings, that I started to feel entitled to them.

I had to repent. We are not entitled to the blessings of GOD. The Lord owes us nothing. People owe us nothing. So when GOD and people, when GOD through people show us kindness, we should be extremely grateful, and try our best to remain that way. We can even find ways to express our gratitude by attempting to help them with whatever they need.

Honestly, thinking back on all the ways that GOD has blessed me and provided for me unexpectedly, just like the scripture Psalms 2:11 reads; I was in awe of the Lord and moved to show great reverence to my Provider. Praise GOD from whom all blessings, provision and protection flow!

Cheers to a prayerful day,

- April B.
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