Happy New Year 2026

Happy New Year! Let’s begin with prayer:

Father, in the name of Jesus, as we have stepped into this new year with faith, expectation, authority, and peace. 

We declare by faith that Your hand is upon our lives, guiding every decision, opening every door, and blocking every trap.   

We decree that this will be a year of divine alignment — where our steps match Your will, our words carry Your power, and our lives reflect Your glory.

We declare in faith that no weapon formed against us will prosper, and every tongue that rises against us is condemned.

We walk in faith, wisdom, favor, and supernatural clarity.

We are covered, protected, and strengthened for every assignment You’ve entrusted to us.

We declare that this year will reveal the fruit of every seed we’ve sown in faith, perseverance, and obedience. 

What was delayed will be delivered.

What was heavy will be lifted. 

What was unclear will be illuminated.

We decree that our homes are blessed, our minds are sound, our bodies are strengthened, and our spirits are anchored in faith.

We declare increase, overflow, and divine opportunities that no man can shut.

We declare peace that settles us, joy that sustains us, and grace that carries us.

Father, thank You for going before us. Thank You for walking with us. Thank You for covering us. By faith, we declare that this year we will see Your goodness in undeniable ways. And we declare that everything connected to us will rise higher and higher, In Jesus’ name, Amen.🙏🏽 🙏🏽🙏🏽

Happy Mother’s Day

It is Mother's Day 2025!

Happy Mother's Day to all the mothers, mother figures, and mother helpers! We remember all the mothers who are no longer with us on Earth but are still alive in our hearts and thoughts. 

Proverbs 31:31 Honor her for all that her hands have done, and let her work bring her praise at the city gate. 

Proverbs 31 describes a woman of great virtue, highlighting her industriousness, wisdom, and devotion to her family and community. 

MOTHERS: I love you! 🙏🏾❤️🌺

Practice Peace Today

 “The peace that comes from the Lord is taylor-made for trouble” -CD

The frequency and intensity of trouble can cost us our peace. Today with so much disturbing news and events, let’s allow peace rule in our hearts like an Umpire. Colossians 3:15

Quickly Reset yourself in peace today. Amen!🙏 🙏🙏

Happy Birthday Dr. King: I Have A Dream Too

Happy Birthday Dr. King: I Have a Dream Too... by Doris Gale Deckard

In this day and age, it seems as though we’ve gone backwards, further away from your dream Dr. King or so it seems. 

With the coming of the new age, the progress we’ve made seems a stage away from being erased by evil deeds, sown by bad seeds.  

We read all about fake news and we snooze right through it only to realize that it was just a warning to wake up or stay woke or whatever you call it.    

Now the real question is, how can WE continue “The Dream” Dr. Kingn, in a place of two different worlds: the rich and famous vs the poor and desperate? 

I have a dream too, that one day we will see liberty, freedom, AND justice for all. 

Dr. King, was your dream just a concept of a dream? Today, so it seems. 

Happy Heavenly Birthday Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Thank you for your life’s work and purpose, for your humanitarian services and sacrifice. And for dreaming the impossible! 🎂

(c) 2025

2025 New Year Prayer

Happy New Year!

As the New Year unfolds, painting the world with the fresh hues of hope and promise, I find myself reflecting on the blessings of the past year and anticipating the incredible journey that awaits us. May this fresh start be filled with an abundance of joy, peace, and the unwavering presence of God's love in your life.

I pray that this year brings you renewed strength, unwavering faith, and the courage to pursue your dreams with boldness and confidence. Let us cast off the burdens of yesterday and embrace the boundless possibilities that lie ahead, trusting in God's divine guidance and provision every step of the way.

I'm deeply grateful for the opportunity to walk alongside you on this spiritual path, supporting and encouraging you as we strive to serve our Lord and build His kingdom together. Let's continue to lift each other up in prayer, sharing both our joys and challenges, as we embark on this exciting new chapter. Know that you are cherished and held in my constant prayers.

May God's richest blessings be upon you and your family throughout the coming year.

With love and prayers,

Pastor Doris G 

Happy 2024!

Happy New Year! Today, I want to share a 2024 Prayer to kick off the New Year! Feel free to share such as I am. Have a blessed and prosperous year!

DEAR GOD, AS WE STEP INTO THIS NEW YEAR,

WE COME BEFORE YOU WITH HEARTS FILLED WITH GRATITUDE FOR YOUR CONSTANT PRESENCE IN OUR LIVES. WE THANK YOU FOR THE GRACE AND PEACE THAT FLOW FROM THE LOVE OF CHRIST. WE THANK YOU FOR BLESSING US NOT JUST IN THIS MOMENT, BUT IN THE DAYS, AND WEEKS AND MONTHS AHEAD. MAY YOUR SPIRIT GUIDE US TO GROW IN GENEROSITY, KINDNESS AND FORGIVENESS, REFLECTING ON THE VERY ESSENCE OF CHRIST IN OUR ACTIONS. FATHER, IN THIS NEW SEASON GRANT US THE COURAGE TO EMBRACE HOPE, DEEPEN OUR FAITH, AND TO ABOUND IN LOVE. THANK YOU FOR THE GIFT OF NEW BEGINNINGS. HELP US TO DISCERN YOUR GUIDANCE, TO KNOW WHERE TO GO, AND WHAT TO DO. LEAD US, FATHER, AS WE NAVIGATE THE PATHS OF THIS NEW YEAR, REVEALING NEW SEASONS AND OPPORTUNITIES THAT ALIGN WITH YOUR DIVINE WILL TEACH US, LORD, THE ART OF LETTING GO OF THE OLD AND EMBRACING THE NEW.  SHOW US THE MOMENTS TO BID FAREWELL TO WHAT HAS SERVED ITS PURPOSE AND TO WELCOME WITH OPEN HEARTS THE DAWN OF NEW CHAPTERS IN OUR LIVES. THANK YOU, FATHER, FOR BEING OUR CONSTANT ANCHOR IN A WORLD OF CHANGE, FOR YOUR UNWAVERING FAITHFULNESS THAT REMAINS UNCHANGED AMIDST SHIFTING SEASONS. IN JESUS NAME, WE PRAY, AMEN! 🙏 

Happy 2023 Salvation is Free

“Yet God, in his grace, freely makes us right in his sight. He did this through Christ Jesus when he freed us from the penalty for our sins. For God presented Jesus as the sacrifice for sin. People are made right with God when they believe that Jesus sacrificed his life, shedding his blood. This sacrifice shows that God was being fair when he held back and did not punish those who sinned in times past, for he was looking ahead and including them in what he would do in this present time. God did this to demonstrate his righteousness, for he himself is fair and just, and he makes sinners right in his sight when they believe in Jesus. Can we boast, then, that we have done anything to be accepted by God? No, because our acquittal is not based on obeying the law. It is based on faith. So, we are made right with God through faith and not by obeying the law. "Romans‬ ‭3‬:‭24‬-‭28‬ ‭NLT‬‬

It's a New You in 2022

Welcome to 2022. Yeah, I know it's February but -- the year is still young. 

Ever thought about what you will do next with every new year? Did you complete any tasks from the last year? Did you even make a New Year's Resolution??? I used to but not anymore. 

With every new year, there's an opportunity to either improve, change, grow, or move on from what's stopping you from advancing into that new you. 

Each year, I do a self-assessment of what I did the year before, and re-evaluate my goals + aspirations. If I see a need for a change or at least a revision or even a re-set, then I'll take those options into consideration. Sometimes you don't need to change a thing, if what you are pursuing is working well. No sleepless nights. No lamenting over what you shouda, couda, wouda, done; but just a peaceful journey and a good night's rest. 

Some things may keep you up at night, like -- the excitement of a new job, a new lover or newfound  soulmate..maybe hitting the lottery???LOL! It doesn't necessarily have to be worry or even regret that keeps you up at night so - let's not borrow that trouble.

For this year (2022), why not try a new YOU! 

I have a challenge for you: try looking at this new year as another opportunity to do ____ or to be _____ or to achieve _____ or to live your life on purpose. Safely but on purpose. A few risks; but not to the point to where you injure yourself or others. 

Try a new cuisine. A new or safer route home. Take a country drive or really explore your city. If it's safe, take the train downtown and really check it out. Don't be afraid to explore new "possibilities" and make some adjustments to your life. 

The worse thing you can do is NOT TRY. It's that "getting started" that seems to be the hardest part.

I remember the year I wanted to lose weight. I was a size _____ (a lady never shares). I lost about 40 lbs. in 1 year. HOW?? Working out in the early a.m. 3 days a week, religiously. I had to put in the work to get the results. And all I did was do something I love...walking and playing basketball. Some of the weight came back but - I called that my shelter-in-place bod 😆. Still at a good healthy size though. 

My point is, I decided to change my habits for the good, and it worked. I looked good and felt even better. I still look good and feel good too, most days. At my age, you feel your age some days. And other days, you feel 16 again. 

Yes, we have our life's challenges that can set us back BUT, we have to learn to persevere. Believe me, there have been days I wanted to quit but - I reached deep down inside to find the strength to lift my head and carry on. Of course through much prayer and grace, God helped me through.

Today, don't put off what you could have done yesterday. If you are able, start now. Right now. Right where you are. Start slow then build. Work your way up to the goal. If it's 5, 10, or 15 more pounds, go for it. If it's writing that book, start with one line at a time. Before you know it, you've written a page.

Just start (note to self) again. Just start.

Ok, that's all for now. See you back another time. Be blessed and enjoy the wonderful new you!

Pastor D

Welcome To 2021

It's been a while since I've blogged. And with life and the fullness there of, it easy to get side-tracked. 

A lot of interesting events have taken place over the past 11 months. We were hit hard with COVID-19. Many lives were lost. Jobs were lost. Families went hungry. The world was in a tailspin. The US had a rocky election that resulted in unnecessary violence and senseless deaths. Sadness all around us. I lost my younger sibling on NYE due to the deadly pandemic that shook the world. She was one of the 400,000+ lives that were lost...and that's just to the virus. We also must not forget that there were other lives lost to other diseases. Let's pause for a moment of silence to remember our lost loved ones...

Today, and every day this year, focus on self care, reaching out and caring for others both virtually and safely. Drop off a meal to someone who may be impaired in some way. Call up a friend. Send an actually greeting card to someone to let them know they are on your mind. Make amends with an ought you may have with someone. Pray and intercede for your children. Any acts of kindness will do...and mean it. Don't do it out of obligation...really mean it. Don't just say you were scrolling through your phone and stumbled upon their number. If they pop in your mind, reach out. I did and I'm glad about it. 

Every single day we have breath, make the best of it. Don't waste one moment in regret, because time is precious and life is too uncertain. Make plans but don't plan too far ahead. Remember, God took 6 days to create then on the 7th day, He rested. So, take life one day at a time. Don't borrow tomorrow because that day may never come. 

Yes labor but don't forget to rest. Before you go to sleep, ask God to send his angels to watch over you. And when you rise to face a new day, thank God for another day that was not promised. Take care, stay safe, wear your face covering, social distance, and wash your hands. 

Blessings,

Pastor 

GIVE BLACK MAN A CHANCE

America: Please give our Black MAN a chance. See their value. Embrace their strengths. Acknowledge their presence. Respect their freedoms. Pardon their bias. And understand their fears. But most of all, honor their worth. Allow them to get home safely. They have families too.

Americans: We come in all backgrounds and colors. We must try and get along with each other. If this feud is going to change, it's going to take more than anger and assemblies. Action is what MUST take place. That action is to vote in EVERY election not just the presidency. Not loot and destroy our cities, your towns, other people's businesses that support and provide our wants and needs. Yes, we remember Black Wall Street but let US not repeat THAT behavior. 

America: Seems like our BLACK people are the only people being slaughtered and openly lynched...still. Why? Why? I understand many humans fear the unknown, but we should not be in fear of each other. Love wins over hate. Love conquers the heaviest of things. Love is the ultimate Commandment.

America: Let's put our hearts and prayers on display and mean it. We have to fight the fight in prayer and keep teaching the world how to get well. We are truly in this thing together so let's stop the senseless murdering of our Black MAN! No human deserves to die by the hands or "knees" of law enforcement. They (the law) are to protect and serve the community and do justice for the city at large. NOT murder with a badge. What did George do to die? Did he commit a crime? Perhaps -- but did he do it with a weapon to create the behavior of Derek Chauvin? Was THAT force really necessary? No Taser. No handcuffs? But to cut off a man's ability to breath? No noose, this time but a knee. Shameful!

Foul Police Officer Derek Chauvin and the MN police officers who watched a man die as he could not breath.
I call them all COWARDS! Foul! Foul! Foul! 

Enjoy Life

My family and I recently had the pleasure of going on a cruise. We had an awesome time. The best part of it for me, besides the beautiful sites and food, was traveling with them, reconnecting and getting to see a different side. We laughed...A LOT! We fussed a little. We talked a lot. We appreciated one another and enjoyed each others company. Overall, we had a GRAND time.

My point is, enjoy life and ALL it has to offer. The good of it. And learn from the bad of it. Embrace the love of it. And pardon the mistakes with grace. Enjoy YOUR life because one never knows when the end will come. This way, you'll have less regrets and fonder memories.

- Pastor D

As I look back and reflect upon my journey, I can truly say that I've been blessed. I'm so looking forward to seeing ALL the good that God has in store for me and His people. 

As a blessed people of God, we still have to deal with trials and tribulations but we're still better off with God. 

I am thankful and grateful for my past lessons so now that I have been schooled and class has been dismissed [for now], I am ready for recess...so it's time to play! 

So as I play, I will pray and live high on the promises of God. My theme for 2019: Moving in Silence...until then...Y'all have a blessed in 2019!

Pastor D