LifeBlast

July 3, 2026

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This Sunday I am excited to continue teaching on the series entitled “You Are Enough.” The series focuses on the work of God through a man named Gideon, but moreso, how God uses us all to perform His will. Gideon may be looked at—from a Biblical standpoint—as one of the heroes of scripture, where in fact he was a simple man called to live by faith just like you and I. 


In this week’s message, we take a deep look into Gideon’s psyche. That is, how does anyone who is called and commissioned by God, doubt their abilities after God has both commissioned and then promised them success. What is it in us—to extend this question—that makes us hesitant or even unwilling to step out on the garment of faith and perform a work that will not only honor God, but bless God’s people? Because God has a purpose and plan for each of us, a question that Sunday’s message asks this; are we engaged in God’s work or are we stuck in idle? 


Someone once wrote that this world can never be its best until I show up. That’s what we look to address this Sunday; what’s keeping us from our appointed duty? In preparation, once again please read the 6th chapter of Judges. Further, for our virtual worshippers, please have you communion elements ready for the service. 


Peace,



Steadfast, Immovable, Excelling in the LORD



Bishop Mark W. Thompson

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Here is the next installment of reading materials that are both diverse and instructive in the ways of the Spirit. These books are what can be labeled “Extra-Biblical,” in that they share the Social Gospel of Jesus Christ in various ways. Enjoy.


  1. Separation of Church and Hate by John Fugelsang
  2. Carry On by John Lewis
  3. The Reason for God by Timothy Keller
  4. A Hidden Wholeness by Parker Palmer
  5. The Centering Moment by Howard Thurman
  6. Christless Christianity by Michael Horton
  7. The Ways of the Spirit by Evelyn Underhill
  8. Let Your Life Speak by Parker Palmer
  9. The Mind of Jesus by William Barclay
  10. The Spiritual Man by Watchman Nee
  11. The Black Church by Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
  12. White Poverty by Bishop William J Barber II
  13. The Battle for the Black Mind by Karida L. Brown
  14. Black AF History by Michael Harriot
  15. The Prophet by Kahlil Gibrant

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