Soaking in the Sonlight

Hello there, and Happy New Year!! I pray that you are having a happy and healthy start to the new year. Take a listen to this spoken word about putting away fear. Have a great day, and if this podcast encouraged you, please share the Sonlight with all you know! Scriptures from Today!   "And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus." P...

Winter break is coming, but how will you use your time? Is binge-watching on the agenda? Maybe a flight or two? Well, I want to challenge us all to be intentional with that vacation and make sure we spend more time than usual with the Lord. He is our only source of spiritual food, and He will honor the time we spend with Him daily in prayer and Bible reading. And I know He will honor the time we i...

"O give thanks unto the Lord, for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever." Psalm 107:1   Here is an online Bible if you would like to start reading on your own: https://www.biblegateway.com/   Here are some churches to listen to or attend if you are in the area: Full Gospel Holy Temple in Dallas, TX https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrGxhIUDygsINHWHU1BN1cA   Full Gospel Monument of Faith Churc...

Hello there! Welcome to a new episode of Soaking in the Sonlight! Today, we dive into the second part of my conversation, with my very special guest, Bishop Stacy McQueen. If you haven’t listened to the first part yet, please make sure you do and listen to this second segment as well! You don’t want to miss anything that Bishop shares with us! Today, we talk about staying loyal to God no matter th...

Hello there! Welcome to a new episode of Soaking in the Sonlight! Today, I have a very special guest, Bishop Stacy McQueen, who shares his testimony on how God saved him, delivered him, and molded him to become a mighty warrior in God's army. He is the chief prelate and senior pastor of Full Gospel Monument of Faith Church in Newark, NJ, USA, and he is my pastor! He recently wrote a book, "The Mak...

Some encouragement I want to share with you all for this week. Stay encouraged, and stay tuned next week for another episode!   Scriptures from Today!   Now unto him that is able to keep you from falling, and to present you faultless before the presence of his glory with exceeding joy, To the only wise God our Saviour, be glory and majesty, dominion and power, both now and ever. Amen. Jude 24-25 K...

College can be a crazy time, but it doesn’t have to be for you. As a child of God, the Lord expects more from us and still wants us to please Him whether we are in our parent’s houses or not. It may seem challenging, but remember that you can do all things through Christ who strengthens you (Philippians 4:13)… and that includes living holy/ living for God. Listen to learn more!     Scriptures from...

Ever wonder if there's something more to life than your normal routine? Take a listen to learn more!    Here is an online Bible if you would like to start reading on your own:   https://www.biblegateway.com/   Here are some churches to listen to or attend if you are in the area: Full Gospel Holy Temple in Dallas, TX https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrGxhIUDygsINHWHU1BN1cA   Full Gospel Monument of...

Sharing a little encouragement today. A new episode will be out next week on Monday!  Scriptures from Today: "No weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper; and every tongue that shall rise against thee in judgment thou shalt condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord, and their righteousness is of me, saith the Lord." Isaiah 54:17 KJV   "Ye are of God, little children, and ha...

Jesus is coming soon!! Listen to learn more.    Scriptures from Today: Matthew 24:6-7 And ye shall hear of wars and rumours of wars: see that ye be not troubled: for all these things must come to pass, but the end is not yet. For nation shall rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom: and there shall be famines, and pestilences, and earthquakes, in divers places.   Matthew 24:42 Watch there...

What is a Holiness Crusade? Listen to find out. There is one that you can listen to now and follow to see where they head next!! https://holinesscrusade.org/   Scriptures from Today: “But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light; Which in time past we...

Stability is only found in Christ. Listen to learn more about being rooted, grounded, and stable in the Lord.  Scriptures from Today's Episode:  Psalms 1:1-4 KJV "Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful. But his delight is in the law of the Lord; and in his law doth he meditate day and night. And...

God is proud of your growth in Him! Remember that family. <3    "But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and for ever. Amen" 2 Peter 3:18 KJV   Here is an online Bible if you would like to start reading on your own:   https://www.biblegateway.com/   Here are some churches to listen to or attend if you are in the area:   Full Gospel...

Here is some encouragement for today. Stay in the fight. God is fighting for you. Let us all learn to rest in Him because He has everything under control. God bless you!    Scripture from Today: "I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. And be not conformed to this world: b...

Going through a tough time right now? Well, you’re in good company. Listen today to hear how God is using the fires in your life to help you grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.   Scripture from Today: "to appoint unto them that mourn in Zion, to give unto them beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness; that...

Hello there! Here is a message to my brothers and sisters in Christ out there.    “And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.” Romans 8:28   God will work things out for the good and for His glory. Not our will Lord. But let Your will be done. In Jesus' Name, Amen.   Here is an online Bible if you would like to sta...

Let’s ask God what He wants us to do in our lives. He knows what’s best, and He knows the future. I pray that we all do everything that He wants us to do in our lives for His Glory (and His Glory alone).  Here are the Bible verses from today's episode. Feel free to check them out on your own!  1 Samuel 3:1-10 KJV “And the child Samuel ministered unto the Lord before Eli. And the word of the Lord w...

Let’s listen to Jesus’ Voice. He is leading us and giving us direction. His message may be great or small, but it will all work for the good and for God’s Glory.  Here are the Bible verses from today's episode. Feel free to check them out on your own!  “Great peace have they which love thy law: and nothing shall offend them.” Psalm 119:165  “No weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper; and...

Do you ever feel like you don't know what to do in life? Do you ever feel confused as to what to do? Well, praying to God is the first step we should take for direction. It would also be worthwhile to listen to the wise counsel of the elders at your church. They know a lot, and their wisdom can give us guidance in this life. They can also pray with us as we ask God for direction. Take a listen to...

Have you ever been called "boring" for your faith in Jesus Christ? Have you ever been excluded from certain things since people saw you as weird or awkward for being a Christian? Ever felt lonely as a Christian? Well, take a listen. I have some words to encourage you, friend. :)    Luke 2:41-52 KJV "Now his parents went to Jerusalem every year at the feast of the passover. And when he was twelve y...

Exams coming up at school? Final projects and papers creeping up on you? Take a quick listen for some encouragement for your studies. You can do it! You are almost there! Jesus will see you through it.   Scripture from Today: Philippians 4:13 KJV “ I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.”     Here is an online Bible if you would like to start reading on your own:   https://www.b...

Frustrated that you haven’t been able to exercise lately? Frustrated that you haven’t been able to do the things that you want to do? Take a listen to hear how God wants us to prioritize spending time with Him. Yes, we may not get to do our favorite activities all the time, but the time spent spiritually is worth more than any exercise, activity, or pastime. Let’s exercise in Christ.   Scriptures...

"Keep me as the apple of the eye, hide me under the shadow of thy wings," Psalms 17:8 KJV   Jesus will keep you. And that means more than you can imagine. This Christian walk can be challenging and lonely, but it is worth it every day. Jesus, keep me, keep us, as the apple of the eye. No matter how much the world may call after us, hide me, hide us under the shadow of thy wings. Be encouraged, my...

Hi friends, Life can be challenging. And some storms and clouds try to block the sun, but that doesn't stop the sun from shining. Above those clouds, rain, and lightning, you will see the sun burning bright to give light to the world. Similarly, Jesus always has a way of reminding us that He always shines...and that He is always working.  Are you facing some tough times or do you know a friend fac...

Has fear ever stopped you from sharing your faith in Jesus Christ? Has the threat of persecution stopped you from sharing your testimony with others? If so, please take a listen for some encouragement about taking a stand for Christ no matter what. As a child of God, we have power over the enemy...and we have nothing to fear.    Scriptures from This Episode:    Daniel Chapter 3. (King James Versio...