Hope for Today

There is a call to action we must all heed to!  Matthew 26:11 states, "For you have the poor with you always...." What is Jesus really saying, what does He mean, and how shall we respond to this passage?  Let's read what Deuteronomy 15:7-8 and gain some insight. 7 “If there is a poor man with you, one of your brothers, in any of your towns in your land which the Lord your God is giving you, you shall not harden your heart, nor close your hand from your poor brother; 8 but you shall freely open your hand to him, and shall generously lend him sufficient for his need in whatever he lacks." (NAS) Join us Tuesday, October 10, 2017 at 3:30pm, PDT, with our featured guest, Nailah S. Jones, Director of Social Service Unit at Harvest Time Church in Riverdale, Georgia.  We will talk about simple but meaningful ways to be the hands and feet of Jesus Christ to the those who are lacking. Sister Jones will delight us in how Harvest Time Church serves their local community with open hearts and open hands. Harvest Time Church's website is: https://www.harvestchurchatl.org/history and they can be reached by telephone at 770-210-4490. Hope 4 Today is an outreach program of Yield to the King Ministry. You can contact us by visiting our website www.yieldtothekingministry.org.

Hope4Today is an outreach program of Yield to the King Ministry.

The 1st Annual Fundraiser with Silent Auction, Home Runs for the Homeless, was a huge success!  We raised money to extend our feeding program so we can reach more homeless and displaced persons. The event’s highlight is not the amount of money we raised, but rather God's provisions and His faithfulness are evident! Why was this event such a success? Because the Lord always bats a home run 100 percent of the time and He wins! We're on His team. He took our plans from 1st, 2nd, and 3rd bases, and slid our team on into home base. It truly was a home run for the homeless!!

The Scripture that comes to mind is Isaiah 25:1, which says "O Lord, You are my God; I will exalt You, I will give thanks to Your name; For You have worked wonders, Plans formed long ago, with perfect faithfulness."

Join us Tuesday, September 26, 201,7 at 3:30 pm, PDT, as we highlight the faithfulness of God and discuss the outcome of our fundraising event "Home Runs for the Homeless". 

Hope 4 Today is an outreach program for the Yield to the King Ministry. You can contact us by visiting our website www.yieldtothekingministry.org.      

Hope4Today is an outreach program of Yield to the King Ministry.

Life used to be simple and less chaotic. Progress has brought forth a different set of rules and expectations – “more is better “and “better is more” and the new norm is arrogance and disunity. When will enough be enough? Don’t get me wrong progress is good, but at what and whose expense? The Apostle Paul was all about progressing the Gospel of Jesus Christ. He traveled about to establish churches, he mentored young men in the ministry, and he genuinely cared for both Jew and Gentile. Throughout his missionary journeys God blessed him with companions to come along side him --men of good character who helped and encouraged Paul in the ministry. They were willing to give up their lives for the aid of their country. Join us Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at 3:30pm, PDT, as we discuss Apostle Paul’s two friends, Timothy and Epaphroditus.  These were good men and noteworthy examples of humility and unity. Hope 4 Today is an outreach program of Yield to the King Ministry. You can contact us by visiting our website www.yieldtothekingministry.org. 

Hope4Today is an outreach program of Yield to the King Ministry.

So often we experience, read about, witness, and learn of tragedy – things are happening that cause us anguish, to be in disbelief, and a sadness overcomes us that is crippling our emotions. What we feel is real and it hurts, but we cannot allow ourselves to fall into this mindset that “things are out of God’s control” – nothing is beyond or above the reach of God. That is faulty thinking!  As His body of believers we are in His hands. One of the marks of spiritual maturity is the quiet confidence that God is in control – without the need to understand why He does what He does or why He allows what He does. Join us Tuesday, August 15, 2017 at 3:30pm, PDT, as we discuss God our Heavenly Father is in control and we can be assured that nothing gets by Him. Hope 4 Today is an outreach program of Yield to the King Ministry. You can contact us by visiting our website www.yieldtothekingministry.org.  

Hope4Today is an outreach program of Yield to the King Ministry.

In March 2015, Yield to the King Ministry was started when I clearly heard from God that this was my new assignment. I know for some of you this may sound a little "woo-woo" and maybe even a bit much, but for me it was the beginning of an amazing journey.   The dialogue in my head went something like this: God: "I'm going to bring about a change in your life." Me: "What sort of change, God?" “Please do show me if it’s my heart or attitude.” God: "I want you to start a faith-based nonprofit and dedicate it to Me  I want you to help those in need." Me: "Lord a new organization at my age? How am I going to do that if I'm working everyday?" God: "You may take off from your job and I'll care for you. Be ready to give up some of what you have and what you are used to doing." Me: "Really Lord, but I'm not ready to retire nor am I prepared." God: "Do what I've asked you to do, trust Me and watch Me work." Join us Tuesday, August 1, 2017 at 3:30pm, PDT, as we discuss the mission from God to impact homelessness in the greater Seattle, Washington, area. As the founder and Executive Director of Yield to the King Ministry hear from me directly and learn how impacting the life of one homeless person at a time is the work of Jesus Christ. Hope 4 Today is an outreach program of Yield to the King Ministry.  You can contact us by visiting our website www.yieldtothekingministry.org.   

Hope4Today is an outreach program of Yield to the King Ministry.

Money matters are challenging, particularly during times of uncertainty and when the economy is volatile.  The question is -- "Do we know how to cope with and respond to financial insecurity?"  Planning for our financial future can be daunting when, from one month to the other, we barely make ends meet.   In a nutshell, the Bible should shape our perspective about money, its worth and there are noteworthy principles concerning giving, saving, and investing.  We must make it our business to know what God's Word says about money, believe it, apply it, and practice it in our lives.  And if not already, one day we can sit back quietly and reap what we sow. God promises to pour out His overflow of blessings, whether they are monetary or not.  Join us Tuesday, July 18, at 3:30pm PDT, with featured guest, Tiffany Brinkley, MBA, Financial Agency Owner & Director of Expansion at WFG, A Transamerica Company.  Ms. Brinkley works with her community to enhance financial education, access and literacy.  Tiffany will talk about Cash Flow Planning; Emergency Funds; Asset Accumulation; and much, much more.  Ms. Brinkley resides in the Pacific Northwest area and can be reached at 425.615.6150 or via email: [email protected]. You may also visit her website: createtheamericandream.com Hope 4 Today is an outreach program of Yield to the King Ministry.  Please visit our website at www.yieldtothekingministry.org

Hope4Today is an outreach program of Yield to the King Ministry.

Words are powerful and to often become a self-fulfilling prophecy.  We've all uttered words aloud that we regret. Growing up, I remember hearing versions of this saying, "Be careful what you say, it just might come to pass." I didn't quite know the full meaning of those words until I became a believer in Christ Jesus. Here's another wise comment that I heard throughout my childhood, "If you don't have something good to say about someone, don't say anything at all."  Spoken words, positive or negative, are powerful!  Proverbs 16:24 says, "Pleasant words are like honeycomb, sweetness to the soul and health to the bones."  Our words can either build up or tear down; sow good seed or bad seed; speak love or hate, victory or defeat, blessing or bitterness.  It is necessary for us to speak wholesomely, affirming our worth in Christ Jesus, according to all He promises in the Word of God.  We owe it to God and ourselves to let the words of our mouth and the meditation of our heart be pleasing in His sight. Join us Wednesday, June 7 at 11:00am, PDT, with special guest Josias Jean-Pierre, author of "The Power of Your Words".  Mr. Jean-Pierre will share with us his testimony, the story behind his book, and spoken words. Josias is an actor, entrepreneur, inspirational speaker, poet and a firm believer in Jesus Christ. Hope 4 today is an outreach program of Yield to the King Ministry.  You may contact us at www.yieldtothekingministry.org.    

Hope4Today is an outreach program of Yield to the King Ministry.

Certainly a daily walk with Jesus is our heart's desire.  Why is it then that we get sidetracked and create bumps in the road and hurdles to overcome that make us stumble along the way.  What will it take?  What else can I do?  Lord, how come you won't make me grow by leaps and bounds? Are these questions you've asked yourself and begged God for an answer?   Join us on Tuesday, May 23, at 3:30pm PDT, as we examine and learn more about the word intentional through verses in Proverbs 31:25-26.   As women of God --there are no ifs, ands, or buts about it, we must be intentional!  It's absurd of us to think that  "by default" we will grow in our relationship with Christ.  The woman of God is intentional in whatever she does, especially in her walk with Christ.  And, whatever she does it's done with purpose, it's deliberate, and it's well thought out.   Hope 4 Today is an outreach program of Yield to the King Ministry.  Visit us at our website www.yieldtothekingministry.org.     

Hope4Today is an outreach program of Yield to the King Ministry.

Recently, I was asked this question, "If you change your name, will it make a difference in your destiny."  I thought what an interesting question, especially since I had changed my name 42 years ago.  I methodically set out to provide this young lady who asked me the question an answer.  I reached this conclusion by searching the Scriptures and provided her with this answer – no matter what your name is, was, or will be, God's plan for you to spend eternity with Him will not be thwarted. There is nothing we can do to separate us from His love, once we belong to Him. So, it's very simple, if a person changes his/her first, middle or last names, or goes by a nickname, or goes by an alias in witness protection, God still knows the "person" He created and named!  He formed us, predestined us, and adopted us as His sons and daughters though Jesus Christ. Isaiah 43:1b says, "I have called you by name; you are Mine."   Join us on Tuesday, May 9, at 3:30pm PDT, as we talk about the significance of a given or assumed name, vs. God's intimate knowledge of you as His child.   Hope 4 Today is an outreach program of Yield to the King Ministry.  Please visit us at our website www.yieldtothekingministry.org  

Hope4Today is an outreach program of Yield to the King Ministry.

Twenty years ago, I had the privilege of attending a Passover Seder.  I have to admit, I had no idea what I was attending and I was a little confused because I've always thought the Passover celebration was a Jewish holiday. Much to my surprise, Jesus Christ was in and through it all!  The blood of the Passover lamb, Jesus the Christ, delivered me from the wages of sin, which is death. Join us Tuesday, April 11, 2017, at 3:30pm PDT, as we reflect on the Passover and the Feast of Unleavened Bread and why it all makes sense to Christians today.  Even as the Lord kept watch over the blood-protected homes of the children of Israel on that first Passover, they in turn, were to keep watch on each annual Passover night of remembrance.  Christians too can celebrate in the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, because it's the shedded blood and the power of the resurrection that delivers us from the plague of death. Hope 4 Today is an outreach program of Yield to the King Ministry.  Visit us at our website www.yieldtothekingministry.org  

Hope4Today is an outreach program of Yield to the King Ministry.