Unveiled Purpose Magazine - Winter 2013

WINTER 2013

RUTH LA’ONTRA INTERVIEW: COUNT IT ALL JOY INCLUDES SPECIAL LINKS TO DOWNLOAD MULTI-MEDIA EXTRAS FROM RUTH!

GET BACK TO BEING A PURE VESSEL OF THANKSGIVING SENIOR EDITOR’S EXHORTATION

INTERNATIONAL FEATURES: CHRISTIANS ABROAD

A WIFE’S GUIDE TO ENCOURAGING HER HUSBAND IN THIS ISSUE: HAMPTON ROADS PROPHECY, MEET ANOINTED UP & COMING ARTISTS, FEATURED AUTHORS & MORE!

FROM THE EDITOR IN CHIEF

Editor-in-Chief Ericka Ward

In this Issue:

Thanksgiving has passed and we continue to reflect on what we are thankful for as we turn our hearts toward commemorating the birth of our savior during the Christmas season. It is appropriate to begin to take an introspective look into what we need to do differently in the coming year to draw closer to our Lord and Savior and His divine purpose for our lives. Ask yourself what can I do in the natural and spiritually. Most importantly in our fellowship and time spent with God himself.

With all the business of life, cares and responsibilities, we often neglect our salvation. Hebrews 2:3 (KJV) “How shall we escape, if we neglect so great salvation” As a saved, spirit-filled Christian it is spiritual starvation not to spend quality time with God. In preparation for a new season and preparation for the end-time harvest, we have to fine tune our spiritual eyes and ears. This only comes through spending time with God in prayer, fasting and studying His word.

Now, more than ever; is the time to be intouch with Gods will and purpose in the earth for His body and to each be on our post. We each have a significant part to play in Gods overall plan, and it is up to us to seek His face and His heart to ensure that we are doing the part that God desires us to fulfill. We are all important in Gods plan and the only way we truly know what our role should be is by spending time with the author & finisher of our faith. Jeremiah 29:11 NIV -”For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future”.

Sr. Editor’s Exhortation The Christ-Like Love A Wife’s Guide to Encouraging Her Husband Up & Coming Christian Artists Cover Story: Ruth La’Ontra Interview Word of Prophecy The Miracle of Believing Featured Christian Author Next Issue Preview Ask Renee

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Special Feature Interview:

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Senior Editor’s Exhortation / Miriam Stevens

SENIOR EDITOR’S EXHORTATION

BY MIRIAM STEVENS

It is truly TIME to RE-EVALUATE Being a TRUE and PURE VESSEL of Thanksgiving.

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ur focus when we re-evaluate to get back to PHILIPPIANS 4:8, ENGLISH STANDARD VERSION: being vessels of thanksgiving should be what Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorPhilippians 4:8 speaks about. It sometimes able, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is takes for us to get to the end of all we know - life as lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any exnormal (business as usual) to get to a place where cellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think the Hand of God and His opportunity to OPEN the about these things.

EYES Of our understanding where His anointing flows without end. Thus, the story of the Widow and 2 KINGS 4:1-7, NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION: her sons is appropriate message for us to get back The Widow’s Olive Oil to the basics of why we should only be vessels of Thanksgiving unto God. He is ALL! He is the one 1 The wife of a man from the company of the prophets who ALWAYS provides period. And whatever place cried out to Elisha, “Your servant my husband is dead, we find ourselves in He will have the plan availand you know that he revered the Lord. But now his able right at our hands to allow our eyes to view his creditor is coming to take my two boys as his slaves.” handiwork.

2 Elisha replied to her, “How can I help you? Tell me, what do you have in your house?”

Thus, it is truly TIME to RE-EVALUATE Being a TRUE “Your servant has nothing there at all,” she said, “exand PURE VESSEL of Thanksgiving. cept a small jar of olive oil.”

3 Elisha said, “Go around and ask all your neighbors I am in a frame of mind that it is mandatory as a for empty jars. Don’t ask for just a few. witness of the Great I Am, that we Re-evaluate our 4 Then go inside and shut the door behind you and relationship, our purpose, our actions, our thoughts, your sons. Pour oil into all the jars, and as each is our speech, our works, our life (lives) so that we can filled, put it to one side.”

5 She left him and shut the door behind her and her get to a solid place where the purity of our heart is sons. They brought the jars to her and she kept pourfocused on giving Thanks to Him who is and has always been, and who has His handiwork in All Things. ing.

6 When all the jars were full, she said to her son, Let’s Re-evaluate why we exist and truly out of our “Bring me another one.”

WHOLE BEING be vessels of Thanksgiving, giving But he replied, “There is not a jar left.” Then the oil honor to God in all that we do. stopped flowing.

7 She went and told the man of God, and he said, “Go, Selah, sell the oil and pay your debts. You and your sons can live on what is left.”

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THE CHRIST-LIKE LOVE (A TRUE STORY OF AMAZING LOVE)

BY GEORGE OMANE

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he entire story evolves around two identical twin brothers called Joshua and Caleb. They looked so alike that even their own biological parents sometimes could get confused with establishing their identity. They had the same color, height, as well as same body features. Joshua was the older among the two. They were born into a Christian family with parents who were truly God fearing. Their parents did all their best in order to raise these children in a God fearing way just as the parents were. They inculcated the habit of devotion, quiet time, evangelism and all manner of Christianity in these children.

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Whiles these children were growing up, that is during their senior high school age, Caleb, the younger twin brother started living a wayward life upon exposure to worldly activities and association with ungodly friends. The parents did all their best to restore their son when they noticed changes in his speech, dressing, walking, as well as showing no interest or desire for Godly activities. The parents prayed for him, advised and rebuked him but this son continued to go deeper and deeper in sin.

Unfortunately, the father called Mr. Gregory Banks died as a result of road traffic accident on his way

The Christ-Like Love (A True Story of Amazing Love) / George Omane back home after attending a workshop. Caleb’s entire life became completely spoilt after his father’s death. The mother, called Mrs. Priscilla Banks, as a single parent lost control of her son’s wayward life.

Mrs. Banks never ceased praying for her son in tears, she persistently asked the Lord to change her son’s heart.

Joshua, the elder brother also grew stronger and stronger in the grace of God. He never ceased to pray for his brother, he consistently and fervently remembered his brother always in his prayers.

“In the dream, he saw his brother’s soul in hell crying and calling out for help.”

were on duty that night. The patrol team also joined in the chase when they saw stains of blood in his shirt. At that same time, Joshua was deeply asleep in the house and was having a terrible dream about his brother.

One evening, Caleb came home drunk after going out with his friends, the mother, Mrs. Banks tried to talk to her son about the bad habit he was putting up. As Mrs. Banks stood in front of her son that evening to rebuke him, she was pushed down to the floor by Caleb in a heavy pressure that she had to be rushed to the hospital immediately in an ambulance.

She was then admitted in the hospital for several weeks.

In the dream, he saw his brother’s soul in hell crying and calling out for help. Caleb got to the door and was knocking in a rush whiles his brother was stilling dreaming about him perishing eternally in hell fire. Joshua woke up from his sleep when he heard his brother shouting and knocking at the door.

Mrs. Banks never failed to express her love and concerns for her son Caleb even on the sick bed. On the other hand, Caleb never bothered to know about his mother’s health status upon the several weeks of admission in the hospital. He was busy chilling with his gang friends and never visited his mother in the hospital. Joshua the senior brother showed so much care and love to the mother and was so worried about his brother’s lifestyle.

“Jesus Christ has offered you a major sacrifice on the cross, he was wounded for you, nailed to the cross in order to save you my brother…”

Caleb rushed in as soon as the door was opened by Joshua. Joshua asked his brother why his clothes were stained with blood. Caleb narrated all what went on at the disco to his brother and made it known to his brother that the police were even after him. After Caleb was done with the narration Joshua told him that they should exchange their clothes. Immediately after Joshua had taken his brother’s clothes that had the blood stains, their house was surrounded by policemen all over. Joshua was arrested while his brother stood in the window watch him.

During that period of Mrs. Banks admission at the hospital, Caleb went out to a disco one night. At the disco, he had a fight (conflict) with a certain guy and stabbed his assailant with a broken beer bottle. Suddenly, he realized his cloth was stained with blood all over after his assailant had fallen on the ground.

His assailant died instantly, Caleb started running Despite Joshua’s sacrificial work for his brother, Cawhiles he was being chased by some of the people leb did not change even a percentage of his bad who attended the disco. As he got closer to the road continued on page 8 side, he was spotted by a police patrol team who Unveiled Purpose Magazine / Winter 2013

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The Christ-Like Love (A True Story of Amazing Love) / George Omane habits. He still continued to chill with his friends all over. Joshua was charged for murder at the law court, he remained silent and never defended himself, neither did he accept or ignore the accusations against him. He never hired any lawyer neither did he accept the one provided by the government.

has offered you a major sacrifice on the cross, he was wounded for you, nailed to the cross in order to save you my brother… please accept Jesus and give you’re the rest of your life to Him. I look forward to meeting you in Heaven where we shall live in peace

On the day of prosecution, he continued to remain silent after all accusations were made against him, his quiet mode made the judge so furious at him and sentenced him to death by hanging.

When their mother heard about the incidence, she knew Joshua was truly innocent about all that he was accused of. Caleb never thought of finding out what has happened to his brother after the arrest by the police and was busy out there chilling with and joy forever and ever, Amen…Love you’’ friends, drinking alcohol, smoking, fornicating and Caleb received this letter few hours after his brothall kind of bad stuffs. er was hanged to death, after reading the letter he On the exact day that Joshua was to be executed, broke down in tears, became conscious of his self he requested for a pen and a paper to write a letter and surrendered his life to Christ Jesus. to his brother Caleb. This was what he wrote in the letter as l quote ‘’ Dear Caleb, l write to you this let- This is the Christ-like love and compassion that l ter from the place where im to be executed (hanged entreat all believers to possess. Jesus is Calling… to death). Remember the night you came knocking Mathew 11:28 the door after causing a murder, l realized it will be so terrible to die without having Christ Jesus in your George Omane life and because of that I sacrificed to bear your pun- Adum-Kumasi Ashanti, ishment. Besides my sacrifice for you, Jesus Christ Ghana West Africa

THE FATHER REVEALED IN THE SON

MATTHEW 11:25-30 - NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION 25 At that time Jesus said, “I praise you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because you have hidden these things from the wise and learned, and revealed them to little children.

26 Yes, Father, for this is what you were pleased to do.

27 “All things have been committed to me by my Father. No one knows the Son except the Father, and no one knows the Father except the Son and those to whom the Son chooses to reveal him.

28 “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.

29 Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.

30 For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”

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CULTIVATING YOUR OWN GARDEN: A WIFE’S QUICK GUIDE TO ENCOURAGING HER HUSBAND

BY TIJERA SANDERS

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ften times we have a tendency to admire or even envy the bantering of marital relationships. As women, we watch how another woman’s husband attend to her needs. We observe the way he places his hand at the small of her back as they proceed to walk away. We study the way he prays over her, in the midst of morning prayer, at church. We gaze at how a man embraces his tearful wife, and we immediately visualize his stature of security and provision. And, the last thing that comes into mind is: Why can’t my husband treat me like that?

husbands [subordinate yourselves as being secondary to and dependent on them, and adapt yourselves to them], so that even if any do not obey the Word [of God], they may be won over not by discussion but by the [godly] lives of their wives.” Now that’s definitely saying something! As wives, we have to submit to our own husbands. I like to interpret that as meaning cultivate our own garden, which are our husbands.

One thing about envy and jealousy of other people or other people’s possessions is that we do not know what it took for them to be the way they are or obtain the possessions they have. Let’s look at the work The Amplified Bible says, in 1 Peter 3:1, “In like man- of a farmer…they go through a process of cultivating ner, you married women, be submissive to your own the ground to first prepare it to receive the seed.

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After the seed is planted, they nurture and nourish the seed so that it may take root, which becomes the foundation. As the foundation is established, over time, the stem begins to break through the ground, and its presence begins to manifest. But, this is not the time to stop and celebrate, and think that our work is done. We have to continue to nurture and nourish the plant because the harvest is not ready. It is premature right now, yet on the right track. As time progresses, we begin to see the fruit of our labor.

“Ladies, if you want to see a difference in your husband, then you have to put in the labor!”

So what am I saying? Ladies, if you want to see a difference in your husband, then you have to put in the labor! Proverbs 18:20-21 says “A man’s [moral] self shall be filled with the fruit of his mouth; and with the consequence of his words he must be satisfied [whether good or evil]. Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and they who indulge in it shall eat the fruit of it [for death or life].” Encourage your husband by speaking blessings over him, even when his actions do not warrant a blessing. We have to learn to bridle our tongue, in that blessings and cursings should not come out of the same mouth, or else we disgrace God’s mercy and loving-kindness. Therefore, tend to your own garden, and command it to be what you expect it to be.

“We have to learn to bridle our tongue, in that blessings and cursings should not come out of the same mouth.”

As I leave you with this, make sure you cultivate your own husband, as we are commanded to do: 1 Peter 3:2, “When they observe the pure and modest way in which you conduct yourselves, together with your reverence [for your husband; you are to feel for him all that reverence includes: to respect, defer to, revere him—to honor, esteem, appreciate, prize, and, in the human sense, to adore him, that is, to admire, praise, be devoted to, deeply love, and enjoy your husband].”

Minister Tijera Sanders

A Wife’s Guide to Encouraging Her Husband / Tijera Sanders

ABOUT MINISTER SANDERS Minister Tijera Sanders is a member of St. John Baptist Church in Toano, VA. She resides in Providence Forge, VA with her husband, and two daughters. Minister Sanders is a Registered Nurse and Training Coordinator in mental health for the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services. She is currently pursuing a Master’s of Science in Nursing at Walden University. Minister Sanders is an intercessor and worshipper at heart, and loves to sing praises to the Lord.

It is her heart’s desire to be a blessing to the people of God by giving encouragement through songs and writing.

To contact Minister Sanders for speaking engagements, please email her at: www.tijerasanders@gmail.com

MS. FASHION FORWARD Fashionable Day To Everyone, I am elated to be held to such high fashion standards, and I must say I am thrilled to have the opportunity to share my knowledge of all things fashion. I would like to give you some easy tips to assist you with being fashionably savvy, whether you are on your way to a gala or just heading to work. In each quarterly magazine I will cover tips from how to accessorize with a trendy scarf to how to apply the right shade of makeup for your particular complexion. Look out because the fashion fairy is on her way. Continue to be the Godly beacons of light that you lovely women are, and lets make our mark in the world of fashion as well. Until we speak again.

Fashion Forward Forever!

Tiffany Debreaux

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UP & COMING

CHRISTIAN ARTISTS: DANIEL DAVIS: VIOLINIST UNCHANGED

BY NICOLE LESTER

Born Daniel Lee Davis, February 22, 1989 in Charleston, South Carolina, Daniel D. discovered his talent early in life. As a peaceful and humble young man, he started playing the violin when he was twelve years old and soon learned that playing was his contribution to the world. Daniel D. was blessed with great teachers over the years and graduated from the Charleston School of the Arts in 2007 and many other blessings started to flow to confirm his belief.

Daniel D immediately set off on a nationwide tour with a national performer, he was awarded a Summer Scholarship at the New York’s Juilliard School of Music, won the U.S. Air Force’s Wide Talent Search competition, and played at the 2008 Presidential Campaign for then, Presidential Candidate Barak Obama. Today, he is even more accomplished. As he is a five-time Winner of the Apollo Theater Award, Charlotte Music Award Recipient, and a highlighted performer on B.E.T. Daniel D. has also earned himself a number of incredible opportunities to share his ability with his fiddle-laden remix of Martin Luther King’s “I Have a Dream” speech, which has contributed to regular invitations to perform throughout the country at special events.

Daniel D has had the honor of performing for such notables as President Barack Obama Susan Taylor, Oprah Winfrey, Jesse Jackson, Larry King, and the late Michael Jackson.

To learn more about Daniel D, visit: www.DanielDMusic.com

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Despite his successes, Daniel D. has grown into manhood with stronger peace and humility. He is grateful to share his concert proceeds, talents and lessons learned with his Charitable Partner, “Communities In Schools,” an organization that creates educational alternatives for children. He also works to instill his values and passion for his craft to every student he teaches during his downtime when he’s not on tour. It is his innate belief that the pure joy of playing music far surpasses prestige or recognition. “Every opportunity to play offers new enlightenment and a chance to learn,” says Daniel D. “I love performing and I love playing — period.”

Daniel D’s faith lies at the core of his music and he is confident that his music and message will land him on the world’s stage. This superior talent has transcended his position as the celebrities’ best-kept secret, and eagerly awaits his re-introduction to the universe, just as God planned twenty-four years ago.

Up & Coming Christian Artists

THOM LOURIM:

GUITARIST CALLED BY GOD

Thom began playing guitar at a very young age, music helped him to deal with a broken home and never seeming to fit anywhere. Trained by a classical and jazz teacher, Thom switched to rock music & Jazz fusion and began performing and recording with various bands.

During this time, in between studio and touring; despite growing popularity as a musician, Thom struggled as a very broken person covering the pain with alcohol, drugs and the accolades of playing music.

During the 90’s Thom toured all over the country, worked with artist’s such as Jody Watley, Piece’s of a Dream and doing session, his alcohol abuse at times put him on the streets and he had several suicide attempts. He seemed to be living a double life as he continued to grow as a musician. In 2004, Thom hit bottom, and Jesus got through to him. Thom surrendered his life to Christ, walked away from drugs/alcohol and walked away from music, associating it with all the pain and suffering. He began doing homeless, Hospice and poverty outreach as a way to heal and grow in Christ.

In 2009, God instructed Thom to resume his music career. Thom was very reluctant but followed God’s leading. Working with up and coming vocalist Angelia Robinson and with the band Pillar of Fire, Thom was able to start channeling all he’d been through, through his music. He saw how God could reach people and change lives. Thom spent the next 3 years elevating with Jazz singer Lisa Gilliam, Vocalist’s Tanya Blount, Mike Trotter, Iris Lewis and working with all kinds of artists, even HipHop. Thom formed the band The C and T Connection with Cassia The Poet, who’s testimony was similar to his and began an to minister with her and their band, sharing their stories of hope and transformation. Thom also became guitarist for Vocalist Tanya Dallas Lewis, again sharing the hope of Christ. ‘ In 2012, God called Thom to step out on his own to further his testimony and reach more people: letting lost, hurting people who feel like they don’t matter know that Christ is there for them.

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Cover Story: Meet Ruth La’Ontra

BY ERICKA WARD

Who is Ruth La’Ontra? Her facebook profile declares, “JC+MUSIC DEFINES ME”. That’s no understatement, her love for Jesus and her dynamic vocal gift resonate in her music! Recently featured on the Word Network- Lexi show, this beautiful 21year old young lady from Aberdeen, North Carolina is taking Gospel by storm! Her fiery vocals will have you on your feet and raising your hands in worship!! The emerging Gospel Super Star has a powerful, mature sound straight from the realms of glory! It’s evident that this young lady has been with God!!

A must have, you will keep her new release “SO GOOD” on repeat! Ruth La’Ontra took a moment to share this exclusive interview with Unveiled Purpose Magazine Editor In Chief, Ericka Ward

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Interview: Ruth La’Ontra/ Ericka Ward

RUTH LA’ONTRA INTERVIEW EW: How long have you been singing?

RL: I’ve been singing since I was 2yrs old.

amazed at what God has done and still doing at this very moment.

EW: What artists have been your musical inspiration?

RL: My cousin Shontae Hill

EW: What would you like our readers to know about you? your relationship with Christ?

RL: Our relationship is awesome, I love that man to pieces He put me back together again and I know for a fact that He loves me and is always there for me.

EW: Besides singing what other talents or hobbies do you have?

RL: I like playing volleyball, doing nails, and being a caregiver

EW: With so many worldly distractions - enticements pulling on our youth, what advice or words of wisdom would you give to other youth? What helps EW: What did it mean to you when “count It All Joy” keep you centered on Christ? hit 29 on Billboard and 28 on mediabase charts RL: Staying in my word, having one on one time with and certainly steady climbing? him everyday, fasting, praying and keeping my mind RL: OMG it meant so much to me and I’m just stayed on him.

“Ruth La’Ontra is a young, energetic, worship leader and songstress. The world will be amazed by her talent and anointing.” - Bryant Scott, TYSCOT RUTH LA’ONTRA BIO Tyscot Music & Entertainment has been celebrating Ruth La’Ontra, “Ruth La’Ontra is a young, energetic, musical wins since the top of 2013 and the excite- worship leader and songstress. The world will be ment continues with its recent signing of its newest artist, Ruth La’Ontra (pronounced la-on-tra).

The daughter of Pastor Arvetra Jones, Ruth La’Ontra has been prepped for musical greatness since the age of 2.

At 21 years of age, Ruth La’Ontra hails from North Carolina and is full of life, energy, spirit, music, not to mention tremendous vocal talent. The daughter of Pastor Arvetra Jones, Ruth La’Ontra has been prepped for musical greatness since the age of 2.

Ruth La’Ontra is a worship leader, singer/songwriter with a unique and versatile vocal style, eager to deliver a fresh sound as a Tyscot artist. Upon instant hearing, it is apparent that she is equipped with well rooted vocal abilities.

Tyscot Music & Entertianment’s President Bryant Scott expressed his excitement about the future of

La’Ontra pictured with sister and brother, who can be heard singing background vocals on her project

amazed by her talent and anointing. We welcome her to the Tyscot family of artists.”

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continued from page 15 Along her journey, Ruth La’Ontra has shared the stage with numerous Gospel artists including: Kierra Sheard, James Fortune and Vashawn Mitchell.

Ruth La’Ontra loves to share and connect with followers and can be found regularly singing new music via her YouTube channel.

“It was all a dream at first but April 29th my dreams turned into my reality, I’m very happy to be a part of the Tyscot family!!”

Her journey has just begun and Ruth La’Ontra is looking forward to a great future with the Tyscot For More Info on Ruth La’Ontra visit: family. She shared her excitement on the recent www.tyscot.com signing: “It was all a dream at first but April 29th my dreams turned into my reality, I’m very happy to be a Chat with Ruth La’Ontra on Social Media: part of the Tyscot family!!”

Twitter: @RuthLa’Ontra Ruth La’Ontra is currently in the studio working on Facebook: RuthLa’Ontra her upcoming project and fans can look forward to Youtube Channel: Ruth La’Ontra Instagram: Ruth La’Ontra frequent updates of her musical journey!

NEED HOT, NEW MUSIC FOR YOUR PLAYLIST? Look no further and check out the brand new single, “Count It All Joy”by up-and-coming gospel powerhouse, Ruth La’Ontra.

Drawing inspiration from the powerful passage James 1: 2 -3, mid-tempo melody encourages listeners with a message that speaks to the power of faith in the God who can truly change your current trying season. At 4:26, “Count It All Joy” builds with each verse and explodes at the end with a joyous exclamation of God’s power!

Though young in age, Ruth La’Ontra sings with the power and conviction of a woman that has come to know for herself that God is our only strength through trials and tribulations. You’ll feel it when you hear “Count It All Joy” and so will your listeners!

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WORD OF PROPHESY: STIRRING UP HUNGER IN HAMPTON ROADS

BY APOSTLE DEMONTAE EDMONDS

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hear the Lord saying over Hampton Roads, ”that I the Lord am creating a new hunger and new frustration in this region. As men and women who are called by My Name become hungry to see the real and tangible manifestation of My Presence, My Glory, and My Name they shall become frustrated at the norm, the status quo, and church as usual. For I’m stirring up those who have been stuck in dead things. I’m stirring up those who have been stuck in church and dead religion. I’m stirring up those who have been stuck in traditions of men that profit nothing. And as I stir them up there shall a new realization of my Kingdom purposes, plan, and agenda that is greater than the mere plans of man.

them back from moving greater in my Spirit. Even those things that seem “good” will be cast away for that which comes directly from Heaven.

“Many will begin to break away from things that held them back from moving greater in my Spirit.”

Those who already have broken away and have been called as forerunners I shall SUDDENLY quicken their spirits. Where they prayed, looked, and fought for newness of life and transformation in this region and it did not come... many of them lost heart, lost Many will begin to break away from things that held zeal, and lost purpose. But yeah says the Lord of Host

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I shall do SUDDEN LIES that will cause old visions, old desires, and old plans to suddenly be manifested and fire for an Acts 2 church shall fall upon many leaders & many houses.

As a sign I will start with the leaders. Where it seemed that leaders would not fellowship or put down their own agendas for my agenda...surely I will bring those of different denominations, different backgrounds, different ethnic groups, and different educations TOGETHER. There will be many small gatherings at first then I will begin to cause My Body to see itself as ONE BODY. That which I desire to do through the region is greater than that which I desire to do through any one church or ministry says the Lord” Apostle Demontae Edmonds Freedom in Christ Church

About Apostle Edmonds Apostle Demontae Edmonds and his wife Jessica Edmonds oversee Freedom In Christ Church of Virginia Beach which opened its doors in 2009. As a licensed and ordained ministry gift, Apostle Edmonds ministers in both the apostolic and prophetic dimensions. Over the years, he has served in various capacities within two local churches in functions such as intercessory prayer leader, youth pastor and men’s prayer group leader. Apostle Edmonds also oversees the Freedom in Christ Ministry Alliance, which is an apostolic network of five-fold ministries and ministry Gifts. Apostle Edmonds heart is to equip current and future leaders for the work of the ministry and perfecting believers in Christ. God has wrought hundreds of supernatural healings and creative miracles through his ministry including cancer, organs restored, supernatural weight loss, hearing restored, Bell’s palsy, bone disorders, nerve damage, and dozens of other conditions.

For more information about Apostle Demontae Edmonds, visit: www.freeinva.com

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International Testimony: The Miracle of Believing SATSUKI YAGI

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oday, about one to two million Japanese are Christians (about 1% of Japan’s population).

But I think the Japanese non-believers are quite funny. Because they are not Christians but they like doing Christmas parties and Easter Eggs Events and parties, although they don’t really understand what the meaning of these celebrations are. Japanese typically, like parties. They are fascinated with western parties, celebrations and festivals.

The beat of my heart was so fast that I felt an overwhelming happiness. I cried but not for tears of sadness but tears of overflowing joy.

Because of this, they have the tendency to celebrate the same parties without knowing the

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true spirit and meaning of it. A lot of Japanese also are fond of listening and joining gospel groups because they like the music. Black Gospel Songs particularly. And I’m one of those kinds of people. I was a non-believer.

But the miracle happened, when I was singing “Total Praise” during one of the shows I joined. I felt something different, it was like a thing inside me lifted up. I was like experiencing spiritual elevation. The beat of my heart was so fast that I felt an overwhelming happiness. I cried but not for tears of sadness but tears of overflowing joy. After this, I started attending fellowship in churches. Another unbelievable miracle, the first time I went to church, the Pastor’s gospel preaching was about 1

International Testimony: The Miracle of Believing / Satsuki Yagi with Richard Smallwood

with Edwin Hawkins

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continued from page 20 Peter. Chapter 4:12-16, enlightened me and comforted me in my long time bitterness about my brother’s death.

I hope and pray that believers in Japan will increase and lead to the right path not only through gospel music but in many other ways too.

Those sorrowful and miserable things I long kept in my heart were gone. Therefore, I decided to accept Jesus and I was baptized as a Christian. Now, I sing gospel songs not knowing the meaning of it all, but singing gospel songs with overwhelming gratefulness and thankfulness for everything that God has done and still doing for me. This is my testimony. And I will continue to praise God. I hope and pray that believers in Japan will increase and lead to the right path not only through gospel music but in many other ways too.

Satsuki Yagi

DIVINE CONCEPT GROUP RECOGNIZED BY MSF

August 30th, 2013 - Virginia Beach, VA

The Divine Gift Showcase is a fantastic evening of live musical entertainment. Produced in conjunction with the Annual Women of Greatness Retreat and Family Conference, the 3-day event is hosted by Divine Concept Group, a faith-based non-profit organization. This year, a portion of Showcase ticket sales were given to the MSF and direct donations were also accepted. Featured performers included Yvette Williams (of the Kurt Carr Singers), Peace of Mind Movement, Chang’d, C1, Tamla Young, Valerie Woodard, The Spiritual Gifts of West Tennessee, Mara Suggs, The Taylor Singers, Jubilant Nation and Shannon HipHopGospel Presley. Many thanks to event coordinator Ericka Ward for her hard work and advocacy on behalf of the MSF!

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Author on the Move: TeQuila Kelly

FEATURED CHRISTIAN AUTHOR ON THE MOVE: TEQUILA KELLY

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eQuila Kelly was born June 17, 1979 in Hopewell, VA. She currently resides in Richmond, VA. She has a Master of Business Administration in Professional Studies from Strayer University and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Virginia Commonwealth University. Her passions include performing arts, reading, and spiritual growth. She is a mentor and entrepreneur, whose life goals included helping young ladies grow into capable, intelligent, virtuous women.

She has had several book signings in the past months in which over 300 books have been sold and continue to sell. She has been interviewed by a local journalist by the name of Jim Junot in which the video can be viewed via Youtube and his web blog called Junot Notes. Captions about ”Love Is Air” have been in local papers, including The Richmond Times Dispatch and Style Weekly magazine, and various social media.

TeQuila has always been fond of writing poetry but it was not until recent years that she pursued turning these writings into a book. “Love Is Air” is transparent compilation of her journey with love. It tells her story through creative poetry. There are also some hidden messages in some that make this work unique. The reader will be delighted and captivated by this work of art.

“The reader will be delighted and captivated by this work of art.”

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Ask Renee is a column birthed out of what I feel is quest for knowledge, the love of people and a curiosity about everything that ever existed. I worked very closely with college students who would talk to me about EVERYTHING and I do mean E-V-E-R-Y-T-H-I-N-G! It got to the place that they would bring their friends to talk to me about the things going on in their lives from choosing classes to do I marry to get US citizenship. While sitting around talking with friends and former students, someone said to me, “You know so much about everything going on why not write about these things.” My quirky response was,” I am simply a NY-er and the nature of the beast is that we have, at minimum, an opinion about everything and I hope I can share some valuable information in the process.” Thus the birth of “Ask Renee”.

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ith that said, let’s chat it up and gab a little.

Please send me your questions, thoughts, concerns and ideas. I would love to entertain them. There is nothing that is out of bounds.

I love new ideas, home improvement, farming and gardening, travel tips and bargains, event planning , proper etiquette, sports, family issues and relationships, how to handle the holidays and all the drama that follows, self-esteem and self-worth, questions regarding religion and culture, what is on sale at the department stores, dinner ideas, healthy lunch choices for you and your children, finding the right lipstick color, winterizing your home, parent teacher conferences, community activities

If you find success and encouragement in what I have shared then as I always say, “Put on your lipstick and earrings and run on”.

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well as my personal opinion. Many of the situations are real but the names and places are changed to protect me from a law suit, oh I mean to protect the innocent and maintain confidentiality. If I can pass along a little sunshine, give you something to think about and put a smile on your face, then my job is done. Blessings.

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