TRANSFORMING YOUR WORLD

Greetings Beloved of God,

Today I was thinking about why it is that so many in the American church seems to approach "church" with little passion, little expectation, a negative/judgemental spirit and passive hope. Is it because our culture of plenty has increasingly conditioned us to be unimpressed with much of anything, including a Spirit led service or move of God? Is it because God has increasingly turned his face away? Perhaps it's a lack of understanding of what is our Lord's calling for the church. I suspect we could identify any number of reasons. However, perhaps the most devastating of all reasons is a loss of the joy of the Lord. Rejoicing in the Lord at all times is evidence of a deep love, relationship and commitment to Him and His kingdom. Remember, Nehemiah declared in chapter 8:10 ".......the joy of the Lord is your strength." No matter what seems to be going on in your life, be it good times or not, rejoice in the Lord always, again I say rejoice (from the Apostle Paul). If you haven't had it for a while, get your joy back!

Plans continue in preparation for the the first service of Transformation Ministries International - Atlanta. Specific details are being outlined not only for the first service but also for short term and long term goal setting. Ministry infrastructure is being defined as well as the development of a marketing strategy. Please pray for God's wisdom, guidance and favor as these efforts continue.

"Now Is Our Time" the long anticipated CD project is soon to be released. The release date will be on August 30 in Charlottesville, Virginia. The exact location and time has been determined. However, since the contract is yet to be signed I will wait until my next posting to officially let you know where and when. My prayer before beginning this project is that our God would be glorified and that the hearers would be blessed. This continues to be my prayer and that God would show favor in this effort. So, get the word out that the CD release is coming soon.
The next day I will be preaching at TMFBC. We will be so happy to see everyone that Rev. "D" and have been missing so very much. I continue to be so proud of our leadership team and congregation that continues to worship and serve with such excellence and unity. I truly believe that we will all be amazed at how God moves in TMFBC and the great future that lies ahead.

Please pray for Pastor Otis Spellman whose wife recently went home to be with the Lord after a long illness. Pray also for our dear friend and brother, Pastor Mohan Rao who will soon travel to the U.S. from India. Pray that God will grant him traveling grace and great favor while here.
Let me again give you the TMI-Atlanta mailing address: P.O. Box 38, Tyrone GA, 30290. If you would like to drop a line or card to Rev. "D" or I use the same P.O. Box. If you wish to make a financial contribution to this new ministry effort, make any checks payable to Transformation Ministries International or (TMI - ATL or Transformation Ministries Intl. Inc.).

To all of you in Virginia, throughout the U.S. and around the world, know that we love you and always remember you in our prayers. Remember, the joy of the Lord is your strength!