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Dr. Sandra V. JESUS BASH Nelson COMMUNITY OUTREACH What do you get when WLCM’s Apostolic Father, Chief Apostle Dr. Lloyd Benson Sr. declares a Reset in the Kingdom? THIS!!! Jesus Bash 2018 held at the World Link of Churches & Ministries building in the Melrose Community of Baton Rouge hosted by both Cathedral and Life Cathedral World Worship Center. Real people... Real action... Real love given in times when the love of many have waxed cold. One Melrose Community Citizen said "It's so overwhelming to have a Church to come and do for the community and didn't ask for a thing." Well organized and skillfully executed the grounds of the World Link building became a distribution center. Clothes, Shoes, Dresses, Easter Baskets, Food, and a host of Pastors, and Ministers Serving the ever growing crowd of people who heard the word or saw the light which could not be hid. Men, Women, Boys, and Girls lined the tables with joy and laughter as they freely selected brand new garments for themselves or a love ones "Resetting" a community's perspective of what many falsely believe about today's "Church." #JesusBash2018 was a Resetting Success! -Adonis Henry Global Link Magazine / 1st Qtr. 2018
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-Dr. Andrea D. Gollop God’s Man of Faith and Power, Intl. Prelate, Apostle Dr. Lloyd Benson, Sr., stepped away from his busy schedule to impart words of faith and wisdom into 19 African American Louisiana Mayors who were also FEMALE. He had been requested by the National Congress of Black Women, Inc. to be a part of this Historic day honoring these God appointed women who have three things in common: they credit God for their success; they succeeded against the odds; they are all African American women. What a powerful occasion where FAITH filled the auditorium. ALL who assembled drew from Dr. Benson’s faith-filled words. He spoke words that commended, encouraged, and energized. He then prayed a prayer so powerful we were assured things had shifted and these female Mayors have been set on a course that man cannot change. PRAYER CHANGES EVERYTHING! Louisiana, get ready to RISE.
Mayor/President Sharon Weston Broome Baton Rouge, LA HONORING Mayor Lori Bell CHOSEN LEADERS Clinton, LA Mayor April Foulard Jeanerette, LA Mayor Irma Gordon Kentwood, LA Mayor Rose Humphrey Natchez, LA Mayor Shaterral Johnson Grand Coteau, LA Mayor Donna Lewis Lacelin Baldwin, LA Mayor Erana Mayes Melville, LA Mayor Wanda McCoy Rosalind, LA Mayor Alma Moore Boyce, LA Mayor Trashier Keysha Robinson Tangipahoa, LA Mayor Dorothy Satcher Saline, LA Mayor Johnnie Taylor Powhatan, LA Mayor Josephine Taylor-Washington Clayton, LA Mayor Ollie Tyler Shreveport, LA Mayor Jennifer Vidrine Ville Platte, LA Mayor Demi Vorise, Global Link Magazine / 1st Qtr. 2018
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The female is one of Gods most looked upon creation. Women carry a true sincerity of heart and a real deep love for anything they chose to be connected to. I love to see sisters who have a heart that love God so deep that He has become their everything. Throughout the Bible, God has called upon the women to first be introduced to Who He is, and then He uses them in trailblazing ministries that many was saved because of their obedience and devotion. Women have a serious emotional mechanism to become so deeply connected to what they love that they can truly lose themselves in the profound creative connection of the love they carry. Because we carry a womb, there is always life growing on the inside of a woman. We are known to be the "Generational Avenues from Heaven to Earth." God has such a close connection to women that He created her to carry His precious sons and daughters. If you think about Mary the Mother of Jesus, she was a pure virgin, never was touched by a man, clean and pure. God chose her to be the womb carrier of His ONLY Begotten Son, Jesus Christ, The Son of The Living God. Although the assignment seemed to heavy for Mary to bear, she continued and completed the assignment from birth, to the death, the burial and the resurrection. Mary loved The Father so that she begins to embrace the assignment on her life. We see this from the time the angel came to her to the time she was excited and told her cousin Elizabeth about her Global Link Magazine / 1st Qtr. 2018
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child. We read the story about Rahab who lived a life of prostitution. A life that is to this day looked at as dirty and very low. People have a strong tendency to look down on the prostitute when they are yet committing the same sin of fornication but just doing it for free. Rahab in spite of her livelihood knew that God The Father was everything to her people. She was raised with the values of loving and respecting Him although along the way she found herself committing a sin that I’m sure she was not proud of. But her love and family values yet caused her to recognize the importance of the Jewish spies and she hid them to keep them safe from the Kings men so that their lives would not be lost. Her love, devotion and respect for God changed her life completely that she is now known as a Biblical Heroic Historian. When we as women learn to allow our roots to go deep in God, it does not mean that there won’t be dirt around us. As we know roots travel down into the earth through the dirt. Dirt does get on the roots but not inside them. The dirt is just used as an avenue for growth, nourishment and strength. But, the deeper the roots the stronger the tree grows and blossoms on the Earth. A strong tree can withstand many storms and yet not be swayed by the wind effect that it comes in contact with. It does shade leaves and sometimes branches. But if you watch that tree recover it comes back fuller, taller and stronger than before. That’s why Jeremiah 17:8 tells us, “For he shall be like a tree planted by the waters, which spreads out its roots by the river, And will not fear when heat comes; But its leaf will be green, And will not be anxious in the year of drought, Nor will cease from yielding fruit.” Although we may face some of the toughest times in life, going through some seasons of dirt around us, may feel like we are in a spiritual drought; If your roots are deep nothing will cause you to move. In this season of your life say “YES” to God, go through the dirt but don’t allow the dirt to get inside of you, and allow your roots to reach deep in God so that when people look upon you and see your life of devotion to God, it will inspire them and encourage them to seek Him. Their thought and words about your life will be, “She is 8
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Acts 17:30 states “And the times of this ignorance God winked at; but now commandeth all men everywhere to repent;”
ture. God blessed me with a car. I got a little money in the bank.” You believe God is pleased because you feel blessed. No, he’s not pleased. He was winking at you. Now, God commands all men everywhere to repent because He has an appointed day in which He will judge the world in righteousness.
Let’s look at the children of Israel under the old covenant where they lacked knowledge but had much zeal. They did many things wrong, but God blessed them anyway. In other words, He winked at their wrongs. He looked and saw as He never saw it. He did so because he understood that they were ignorant; they lacked understanding and knowledge in their relationship with God, so He winked at them. He did not want to destroy Israel.
God is everything we need. He is the answer to everything that we deal with in our lives. He is Light in man’s darkness, but man must repent and turn back to God. We must acknowledge God in all our ways. Many have wasted the gifts and the blessings of God that we have received; have used them in a sinful way. Instead of helping and supporting His kingdom agenda, many are laying up treasures for our themselves. Some misuse the gifts of speech causing division with their mouths dissipating the God’s kingdom. In laziness some have misused the gift of time. We have lost the fear of God. We show up at church when we want to. We make our own choices and bad decisions that did not include God. Many operate in their own righteousness and have become so self-righteous that God himself has left them.
Today, however, God is no longer blinking but warning us to get right with Him. God is saying, “It is not that I don’t know what you’re doing; not that I don’t see you; not that I hadn’t been in every place you have been; I’ve been with you at all time as My eyes are in every place beholding the good and the evil. I see everything that you are doing, but NO MORE.” God has commanded me to tell the Body of Christ, no
more will He wink at ignorance. It is not an excuse. The church has become ineffective; signs,
The Lord said to me, “Son if you don’t cry out and spare not and show the house of God their sinful, manipulative and warring lifestyle they are living… He said much of the church is going to go to hell because the blood of sinners will be upon their hands.” I asked, “God what is this?” He said, “ They have dissipated the kingdom of God. They use God for self-gain only to turn their backs on Him when temporarily satisfied.”
miracles, and wonders have become fewer and fewer. Fact is that many people believe that God is still winking when Acts 17:30 states; “And the times of this ignorance God winked at; but now commandeth all men everywhere to repent.” This is about the Body of Christ and God is speaking to every one of us. Whereas God continued to bless despite man’s sinful ways, now repentance is required. You testified: “I got a job. God gave me a house. I got an apartment. I got new furniGlobal Link Magazine / 1st Qtr. 2018
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We are living in a time where many people even those professing to be Christians, have the attitude that they can make their own decisions, bad choices, and God is obligated to bless them despite their sinful ways but God is no longer winking. God has commanded every one of us in the Body of Christ to repent because judgment is pending. What are you doing with another day if your life does not change?
What are you doing? Some Christians are yet making Un-Godly choices, but these choices are not without consequences; they don’t truly have any control of their lives or destiny because they are not committed to God. I’m not just talking about those in the pews. I’m talking about the pulpit of America. I’m talking about the Mother Board. I’m talking about the Deacon Board. I’m talking about the Usher Board. I’m talking about the choir. I’m talking about the musicians. I’m talking about everyone. It doesn’t matter. God’s not exempting anyone. Everyone must know that God is not winking any more. We all must repent. There is a prevailing attitude many people have today that God must take me as I am, unchanged. It’s all over the church world. I am not changing, I’m still going to do what I’m going to do and I’m expecting you, God, to bless me in my life and I’m still going to look for my promises.” My Brothers and Sisters, please hear what the Spirit of the Lord is saying today. God is not longer blinking at ignorance. “Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap” Galatians 6:7 -Dr. Lloyd Benson, Sr. Global Link Magazine / 1st Qtr. 2018
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Special Thanks to Noteworthy Registrants Pastor Lloyd Benson, II Apostle Dr. Adelia Seymour, Elder Evlis Seymour Apostle Amos Powell, Pastor Wanda Powell Pastor Amy Spencer, Elder Ronald Brookshire Elder Debra Brookshire, Apostle Louis and Josephine Trammell, Kandis Willis, Cheryl Smith Elder Hattie Mason, Apostle Dr. Carolyn Treaudo Apostle Diane Sawyer, Apostle Dr. Bertha Brown Dr. Andrea D. Gollop, Evangelist Patricia Gails Elder Ansele Adkins, Min. Cynthia Robins Evangelist Yvonne Valbrun Apostle Uneeda Beverly Pastor Michael Henry, Min. Okerda Mitchell Min. Martha Banks, Min. Vernon Alcee Bishop Kenneth Clerkley, Malinda Bowman Min. Mamie Stephens, Min. Thaddeus Vallery Elder Tiffany Vallery, Min. Veronica Jackson Evangelist Jacalyn Carroll, Pastor Troy Carter Apostle Frank Manguno, Apostle Dr. Lue Russell Bishop-Elect Terry Russell, Elder Paulette Turner Min. Vennie Ward, Evangelist Monica Jean Bell Pastor Willie Benson, Overseer Mabel Fritz Elder Zenobia Batiste, Lady Gladys Abernathy Pastor Pamela Naverre, Apostle David Roper Pastor Audrey Chavis, Elder Joseph Chavis, Apostle David Roper, Evan. Shawntell Richardson Min. Adonis Henry, Pamela Robinson, Pastor Georgia Ealy, Bishop Gregory Cooper
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WORLD LINK OF CHURCHES & MINISTRIES, INC. LEADER-SHIFT SUMMIT 2018
God spoke a word to Dr. Lloyd Benson, Sr., At the end of 2017, to release to the body of Christ. The word was "RESET". In that one word God began to reveal how He saw the need for a total reset, in the body of Christ. Dr. Benson revealed how God said He was going to go back seven years and every word that God spoke over our lives would be manifested in this season of divine reset. God is giving us the opportunity to accomplish what were not able to do in the past. He is resetting us in every area of our lives. He is using, what we thought was wasted years to build on, launching us into our divine destiny with in Him. In short, God is hitting the RESET button and giving us a fresh start, not from the past, but from right where we are now! - Michael Henry
EMERGING LEADERS (WLCM Leader-SHIFT SUMMIT)
2018 RECAP!
THE COME UP! Under the Leadership of Pastor Lloyd Benson, II of Cathedral World Worship Center, Baton Rouge, LA (Apostle Dr. Lloyd Benson, Sr., Senior Pastor) and Pastor Amie Spencer of Kingdom Life Empowerment Center, INTL, Atlanta, GA (Apostle Adelia Seymour, Senior Pastor)
unexplainable is the only word that comes to mind when I reminisce on the days’ events. The conversation of the day was “Emerging Leaders.” It was a chance for young adults from all over the globe a chance to see the importance and value that we possess. An opportunity for the young adults of the Kingdom to understand that now it’s their time. The time for the young adults of the present not just the future to step forward to become Equipped to further advance the vision and mission statement of their church. The day provoked the creativity, passion, and energy in them to further advance their walk with God as well as their church. The day entailed real talk, real questions, and real answers along with a chance to fellowship one with another. The most defining moment of the day was the visitation of Historical Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. museum. In that moment I felt privileged and honored to be apart of WLCM. In regards, to the fact that I was able to sit in the same church that Dr. King once stood in is an encounter that I’ll never forget. If I could sum up the lessons and life skills of the day it would be: passion, fellowship, and hope. -Aaliyah Courtney
Young, ambitious and God-Focused, First Officer Christopher Jackman kept his Faith in God when all else said he could not; would not everAaliyah become aC. PILOT. Miss Growing up in Lafayette, IN, Christopher lead a peaceful and happy young life. He accepted Jesus Christ and the gift of salvation at the tender age of five. His Mother, a God fearing and loving young woman was sure he attended weekly Worship Services and children church to help him develop his relationship and faith in God. Like the average kid, he participated in school and community sports of baseball, basketball, and wrestling but he remained true to his one passion which he discovered at three years old. Christopher wanted to be a pilot. He discovered this passion one Christmas morning at age three when his Father, an Air Force Reservist, gifted him with a space shuttle and plane set. It was at that moment that Christopher’s love for flying sparked and he knew he was meant to be a pilot. The course of his life was divinely set and though he grew up in an era where Pilots who were men of color was rare, he was not deterred. Christopher simply trusted God with his desire. So as young High School graduates were deciding what careers they would pursue, Christopher had no decision to make. He already knew he would be a pilot. He would be a pilot and along the way pursue his love for dance and drama! Who would have combined those two?! Christopher did and was noted as one of the most loved of his classmen for his quiet faith, loving demeanor and ability to relate with all races, genders, and faiths of people. Life has a way of challenging our faith in God and Christopher was not the exception. He graduated Indiana State University, but a discrepancy with flight times mandated him to return to campus delaying his professional pursuit. Frustrated and disappointed, Christopher would persevere with his faith and hope remaining in God. He would do all things through Christ Jesus who strengthen him. Christopher met all additional requirements also acquiring his private and commercial ratings solidifying himself in his aviation career. Educated and qualified one would expect that career success was now guaranteed. What young faith filled person wouldn’t? Christopher had another setback, and an Global Link Magazine / 1st Qtr. 2018
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...Faith & Flight other, and another. No one was hiring pilots. Door after door closed denying Christopher his dream as a pilot and for two years he would accept part time work at Georgia State University while holding close his faith that God was still leading him; God would open a door for him to Pilot. God did. In 2013 God opened a door of opportunity as a full-time flight instructor and Christopher accepted it. He became one of the most loved instructors with a high success rate of graduates being hired by commercial airlines. His students came from as far as China! While Christopher continued to live a life that has been God-focused, God granted Christopher’s heart desire to PILOT. In 2016 that door to PILOT opened. Today Christopher continues to be a success young Pilot and was recently awarded for his excellent on time arrival and departure ratings. He’s now a happy newlywed as God is fully concerned about everything that concerns Christopher (as us all). You see, Christopher also trusted God for a loving and faithful wife. The lovely couple happily reside in Georgia in the home God blessed Christopher to purchase, also making him a young homeowner. First Officer Christopher Jackman is 33 years old. Faith and flight. With every flight, every time those airplane wheels lift off the runway, Christopher feels embraced in God’s glory and amazed anew at God’s greatness, God’s Faithfulness, and God’s love. He concludes that living for God is the best decision he has ever made. I asked Christopher, “If you can encourage one young person, what would you say to them? He answered: “Never give up. Believe and trust in God for everything. With God all things are possible.”
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SECRET ANGELS WHO WALK AMOUNGST US
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MOTHER SHE LOVES HER CHILDREN …..and everyone else’s
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She feeds, guides, instructs, mentors her children ……and everyone else’s She weeps for, prays for, encourages, motivates her children, ….and everyone else’s She laughs with, cry with her children …. and everyone else’s She is concerned, and will make sacrifices for her sick child …. and everyone else’s She disciplines her children….and everyone else’s MOTHER…The Neighborhood children are seen daily at her home; she is favored and highly spoken of by all of the children in her community schools, churches, and medical facilities. MOTHER…Consistently seeking to protect and nurture, she loves having the best interest of humanity deep within her bosom. MOTHER...With a longsuffering heart, no matter our offenses, her forgiveness is quickly granted over and over, etc. MOTHER...One life given for MANY LIFES to come forth. How Christ-like she is! THANK HER FOR HER MANY SACRIFICES MOTHER...ANGELS WHO WALK AMOUNGST US REMINDING US OF GOD’S UNMERRITED LOVE, FORGIVENESS, AND FAVOR. Entertain her with love, honor, and respect. Whether she is young or aged, her body was sacrificed to bring forth life and her wisdom was earned in protecting that life. CALL HER BEATIFUL at all times for there is no greater beauty than when one lays aside their own wants, needs, and desires, THAT OTHERS MAY HAVE life and life more abundantly. Hebrews 13:2 King James Version (KJV) Be not forgetful to entertain strangers: for thereby some have entertained angels unawares. John 15:13 King James Version (KJV) Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 10:10 13 King James Version (KJV)“…I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.”
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MOTHER MARIE BENSON Mother Marie Benson is Mother to Intl. Prelate, Apostle Dr. Lloyd Benson, Sr. She is the precious Mother of twelve children in which four are preachers. Bishop Willie Benson, II in Chicago, IL; Pastor Willie Benson, III of Baton Rouge, LA, Pastor Willie Mae Haywood of Greenville, MS. God has also blessed her to see one grandson also become a preacher of the gospel of Jesus Christ: Pastor Lloyd Benson, II, of Baton Rouge, LA. She is well known in her community for picking up the community children along with her own and taking them to church on a weekly basis. She had a passion to expose as many children as possible to the gospel of Jesus Christ. She served her church as Pianist and Evangelist. Mother Marie Benson continues to serve her church and community helping to care for others, even in the area of transportation. Mother Marie Benson is indeed an ANGEL WHO WALK AMOUNGTS US. Today Global Link MAGAZINE HONORS HER.
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MILLENNIAL VOICE
In the Preamble of the United States Constitution, it states, “We the people”. Wow, it says, “We the people”. My question is who are the people that it’s referring to? Here is a breakdown of that statement. Beginning with the word “we”. The word “we” bring light to the thought of unity and togetherness. That’s strange because when was the last time we were all together? The next word is “the” giving thought to another word “determiner” or denoting one or more people or things already mentioned or assumed to be common knowledge. So that tells me that there must be familiarity. Lastly, the word is “people”. The word “people” brings light to the reference of human beings in general or considered collectively. Which brings the thought to mind of what the Bible says that God created man. The word man to God gives reference to man and woman. However, why are there other terms being used besides people? Words such as illegal aliens, immigrants, refugees, and sometimes just a plain ole number. etc. As a millennial, there are a lot of things that I don’t understand due to age, maturity, experience, etc. There are a lot of areas that still have needs of improvement. However, there is one thing for sure that I do understand and that is the Preamble of the United States Constitution which states “We the people” doesn’t apply to all people especially my people. As young black women, I understand when this was written my people and others were not taken into consideration. I understand that there are certain steps that I have to take in order to secure my identity. I understand that as young black women with the potential to have children possibly a son. Is very freighting due to the fact that I have to take extra steps to secure his life. I have to explain to him that he will forever have a target on his back. That there may come a time that his manhood is challenged and that in order to secure his safety "suck it up and take it". Teach him certain mannerisms that when in the path of a rude officer, or citizen that poses as a threat just say “yes sir or yes ma'am”, make sure that your hands are always visible, stay calm, speak when being spoken to, adhere to all rules and instructions. Global Link Magazine / 1st Qtr. 2018
Most importantly teach him that he’s a hot commodity; that he will forever be considered one. That there are some in this country we live in called American only see one thing when they look at him a toe tag or a price tag. Our society today is so distorted from its original purpose and intended design. America has become so prideful and arrogant. We have those that are in high positions that refuse to come down from their high horses of pride. We have those that have those that try to control the lives of others with dictatorship while painting the face of democracy. This is truly not the plan of God. This is why I thank God for my pastor International Prelate Chief Apostle Dr. Lloyd Benson, Sr. for such great revelatory; wisdom, knowledge, and understanding. Recently God spoke to his heart concerning this country and the "RESET". He said that America is blessed. That instead of saying "God Bless America" we should put up a sign that says "REPENT AMERICA". Apostle Benson said that they took prayer out of the out the school, and out of the Judiciary system. When they threw God out of the window they threw themselves out of the window". Apostle Benson has informed us that "God is getting ready to revisit America". Today's world is so backward and the out of order when we decided to turn our back on our fellow man. When we seem to think that it's ok to determine who makes it to the top and who doesn't. I'm sad to say yet not surprised that the American dream has now turned into a nightmare. The fear that many live with the thoughts of deportation, being stereotyped or even killed. In cases like this many times, the weighting factor is racism. In this "RESET" God is getting ready to re-establish the order in the land. He is going to tear the devil's kingdom down and take the devil out. Now is the time as Apostle Benson would say " for the church to be the church". So let's answer the call in the "RESET" and watch God bring about a change. 18
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CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR ELEVATION COMMUNITY SERVANTS On Saturday March 12th, 2018 W.L.C.M. Pastors Pamela and Michael Naverre of Vision World Ministries, hosted their Annual Seniors Breakfast in Houma, LA. The Navarre's and their outreach team meet every year at the Bayou Towers, home to 300 independent living Seniors, to provide a full home cooked breakfast for the residents. Additionally, the team, with the help of generous donations from it’s community partners blessed each participant with a very nice gift. The Senior Residents were very thankful to not only receive a full breakfast and gift but they were also equally excited to participate in praise and worship singing and to receive corporate prayer with encouraging words from Pastor Michael Naverre, as they enjoyed their meal. The day was a tremendous success because of the unity and cooperation of the team of volunteers and the leadership of the Naverre's, who said, that God has blessed them to do this for a number of years. The residents who have been the recipients of the Navarre's faithfulness, were so grateful, that this year they surprised the Navarre's with a Certificate of recognition and appreciation.
Who can say when sufficient service has been given by a man or woman laboring in the gospel of Jesus Christ? None other than God. When God sanctions such, World Link of Churches and Ministries recognizes that elevation is in order. Each year in the midst of its Spirit of Pentecost Conference, WLCM’s sacred Consecration, Affirmation, Ordination and Licensing of Ministers proves to be more powerful than the year before. Without hesitation we rejoice with those found worthy by God to serve in a higher office of Spiritual responsibility. We know that the gifts of the Spirit are without repentance, but those found worthy to be brought publicly before the body of Christ, having accepted greater levels of accountability as they lead God’s people are to be honored indeed. On behalf of World Link of Churches and Ministries, it’s Executive Board and Council, and the Chief Apostle, Dr. Lloyd Benson, Sr., congratulations to each of you candidates being Elevated this coming July 2018.
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Dr. Adelia Seymour Established Neighborhood Rescue in 1994 as a response to the growing need for emergency assistance services from state, county and other major resources at that time. Our organization responded to community needs with a plan for distributing available resources. By March of 2014, Neighborhood Rescue had a resource network of relief centers throughout the southeastern region. They believed that centralizing resources and including the business community could result in more resources with better accessibility for local people who needed help. The working model was Adopt A Community One Block at a Time, a coalition of churches and non profit organizations providing assistance in the area. Today, Neighborhood Rescue is connected with at lease one resource center in each major cities in the US coordinating with churches, businesses and individuals donating food, clothing, monetary donations, and even professional services to residents, as well as homeless and transient families in need. Programs have grown to include low cost medical services, transitional housing, and general emergency assistance (food, clothes,
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dimensions! “He that dwells (live, abide) in the secret place of the most high!” There is a place in God where devils cannot locate us! God wants us there! When we get into that place no weapon formed against us shall prosper! We are empowered to be victorious over the devil.
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And they came to the place which God had told him of; and Abraham built an altar there, and laid the wood in order, and bound Isaac his son, and laid him on the altar upon the wood.
We have a place in organizations, church, government, etc., but God is referring to a place in relationship with Him. That place where nothing will move us out of His will. God is tired of people starting and stopping; inconsistency in our relationship with Him. It’s time to DWELL / ABIDE / LIVE daily in God!
That Place.
Christians who are interested in the things of God must go beyond church itself. They must go beyond routine and obligated church; the duties of the church, if they are going to understand the will of God and what God has for their lives.
How do you get to that place? “except you become as a little child...” You cannot be grown in God’s kingdom! You see, an obedient child will only say YES to Instructions, not ask “why?” YES is the greatest form of worship to God. When you say yes to God you are operating in total submission to what God requires of you. It is obvious that some Christians have not arrived to this place in God by their constant requirement of reasons (Why? Why? Why?)!
God has shown Dr. Lloyd Benson, Sr. that many Christians have allowed themselves to become unaffected by Church. They have gone to conferences after conferences, seminars, and workshops and many have now gotten used to God! They’ve gotten used to the dancing, the singing, the preacher, the routine; in essence they have learned the formalities of the Church. They’ve learned how to praise, how to dress, how to look pious and religious; how to perform. Now the church in its present condition is “Playing Church.” It has lost its influence, authority and power. Hell recognizes this condition of the church and God is saying no more! God is commanding the church to get to a place where He can empower it again!
God told Abraham to sacrifice his son, Isaac, and Abraham obeyed God. Note that Abraham’s obedience to God was not just a sacrifice of his son, Abraham’s obedience to God was a sacrifice of Abraham’s PROMISE. Abraham had arrived to this place in God and offers us an example of how we too should obey God that we may also be to “that place” (God’s perfect will). Everything you need in life is in “that place” in God!
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HONORARY-MAYOR PRESIDENT DR. LLOYD BENSON, SR. Mayor-President, Sharon Weston Broome Honors Intl' Prelate Dr. Lloyd Benson, Sr. at 33year Ministry Celebration. She acknowledged him as a Man of Prayer, Faithfulness, Consistency and a Public Servant. She also noted Dr. Benson’s Local, National, and International Ministry work as God's Man of Faith and Power. Mayor Sharon Weston Broome presented him with this great honor, "Honorary Mayor-President" Baton Rouge, LA. CONGRATULATIONS Intl. Prelate Apostle Dr. Lloyd Benson, Sr. Global Link
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World Outreach Ministries, Inc. of Dr. Lloyd Benson, Sr.
What does it mean to be a World Outreach Partner? You play an active part in fulfilling the Great Commission of Christ, which is to reach every nation with the Gospel. This ministry reaches the world with the unadulterated Word of God, with signs following. It is a ministry that reaches out to the poor, homeless, needy, sick, diseased, afflicted oppressed and those in bondage to all types of works of the enemy. This ministry is designed with SOULS in mind. Our goal is to reach the lost at any cost! Partnership with this prophetic and deliverance ministry entitles you to the following privileges: Sermon CD of the Month A fresh rhema Word from a prerecorded sermon ministered by Dr. Lloyd Benson, Sr. under God’s anointing. Each month as we receive your pledge, we will send you a sermon from Dr. Benson’s sermon library. Prayer Line As a partner we are available to you for prayer and counseling Written prayer requests Dr. Benson personally prays for ally prayer requests that are received by mail and believes God with you for your breakthrough Testify Write and share your testimonies. With your consent, we may publish your testimony in our Global Link Magazine, Newsletter, Social Media Outlets, etc., so that others around the world can be blessed through your victory
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