Georgia Lee Ministries

January 2012 – Newsletter

MikeL — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:20:30 +0000

January 2012

“Behold, I will do a new thing; now it shall spring forth; shall ye not know it? I will even make a way in the wilderness, and rivers in the desert.” Isaiah 43:19

Hello Dear Hearts,

Yes, the Lord is doing a NEW THING and we do know it. We are living in a new age, with the explosion of knowledge prophesied by the Lord, the Gospel is being preached in an unprecedented way. Satellite, satellite dishes, the computer- internet, smart phones, Droid, iPads, everything everywhere God is using to proclaim His love through Jesus Christ. He is making a way in the wilderness, and rivers in the desert. He is reaching those who have never heard the name of Jesus.

The Jesus Film, as of this date, has been translated into 1121 languages. The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association’s project “My Hope” is using an innovative way with television in individual’s homes. It’s “one on one evangelism,” in Africa, Latin America and Asia. They are reaching millions around the world. The exceloration of spreading the Gospel is mind boggling.

We are actually witnessing prophecy unfolding before our eyes. And just as my slogan on my letterhead is, “winning the world for Jesus, one person at a time”.

I would like to share the adapted version of Loren Eiseley’s “The Star Thrower”

An old man had a habit of early morning walks on the beach. One day, after a storm, he saw a human figure in the distance moving like a dancer. As he came closer he saw that it was a young woman and she was not dancing but was reaching down to the sand, picking up a starfish and very gently throwing it into the ocean.

“Young lady”, he asked, “Why are you throwing starfish into the sea?”

“The sun is up, and the tide is going out, and if I do not throw them in they will die.”

“But young lady, do you not realise that there are miles and miles of beach and starfish all along it? You cannot possibly make a difference.”

The young woman listened politely, paused and then bent down, picked up another starfish and threw it into the water, past the breaking waves, saying: “It made a difference to that one.”

The old man looked at the young woman inquisitively and thought about what she had done. Inspired, he joined her in throwing starfish back into the sea. Soon others joined, and all the starfish were saved.

And so it is with the Kingdom of God, each one of us is called to make a difference. Some sow seed, some water, some prune, but all share in the harvest. “Knowing that whatsoever good thing any man doeth, the same shall he receive of the Lord…” I would like to challenge you to start off this new year doing one new thing. Perhaps there’s something you’ve thought about doing, but haven’t gotten around to it. There is need everywhere.

One of the new things I am going to do, is take the whole day of February the 29th, (leap year) and spend it in prayer for each one of you, individually, who have been involved with me in this ministry. I am going to pray for your family and the needs you may have. If you want to drop me a note for a special prayer request so that I may pray more specifically please do.

A ninety year old man, who had lost most of his vision and hearing, listened intently as I shared with him the love of Christ; and as he prayed to receive Jesus, I saw a fresh light come into his face, a new zest for living and a smile a mile wide.

My heart is overflowing with praise and gratitude for YOU. I pray this year will be a year of new beginnings, God’s Blessings and Favor in every area of your life.

In Christ’s Love,

Georgia Lee

Christmas 2011

MikeL — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 05:19:50 +0000

The angel Gabriel said to Mary, “And behold, thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and bring forth a son, and shalt call his name JESUS…The Holy Ghost shall come upon thee, and the power of the Highest shall overshadow thee: therefore that holy thing which shall be born of thee shall be called the SON OF GOD.” Luke 1:31, 35.

Hello Dear Hearts,

For four hundred years the people of Israel had heard nothing from God. And then — silence was shattered by the supernatural visitation of angels! Gabriel appeared to Zacharias in the temple, then to Mary. The angel of the Lord appeared to Joseph in a dream; and on the night of Jesus’ birth the angel of the Lord appeared to the shepherds tending their flocks. “And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God saying, Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.”

The angels brought more than a glimmer of hope into a dark world, it was hope personified. “Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a SAVIOUR, who is Christ the Lord.” “Hark! The herald angels sing, Glory to the new born King; peace on earth and mercy mild, God and sinners reconciled! “

There is no way we can wrap our minds around

the most incredible event in human history,

when God, the Word, became flesh, a baby.

“And the Word became flesh and dwelt

among us, and we beheld his glory,

the glory as of the only begotten

of the Father, full of grace and truth.”

And though the world is in chaos, and hopelessness rules in the hearts of men, “Be of good courage, and He shall strengthen your heart, all ye that hope in the Lord.”

He came on that night of nights to deliver us. “I am come a light into the world, that whosoever believeth on me should not abide in darkness.” So when the circumstances seem to overwhelm us

and the trials and tribulations come upon us, we stand firm on the eternal word of God, “For thou art my hope, O Lord God, thou art my trust from my youth.” “My hope comes from the Lord.”

As we celebrate the Gift of all gifts, from our Heavenly Farther, I want to thank you for answering His call on our lives together. I praise God for your faithfulness through prayer and giving as we minister here on the Islands. You have made it possible for many to come to Christ. “The Lord has anointed me (us) to preach glad tidings to the meek; He hath sent me (us) to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to them that are bound.” Isaiah 61:1 “For God is not unrighteous to forget your work and labor of love, which ye have shown toward His name, in that ye have ministered to the saints, and do minister.”

And so with prophecies being fulfilled before our eyes, we anticipate “Our blessed hope,” “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which according to his abundant mercy hath begotten us again unto a lively hope by the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. To an inheritance incorruptible and that fadeth not away, reserved in heaven for you.”

And with a thankful heart I want to wish you and your loved ones a very special, loving, joy filled Christmas and Holiday Season.

With so much love and appreciation,

Georgia Lee

Christian Sorority, Fraternity Fight for Religious Freedom on Campus

MikeL — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 04:25:20 +0000

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Bible translation not an easy mission

MikeL — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 00:49:20 +0000

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Iran Pastor Yousef Nadarkhani Likely to Remain in Jail Another Year

MikeL — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 21:14:20 +0000

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November 2011

MikeL — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 04:02:17 +0000

“Offer to God the sacrifice of thanksgiving and pay your vows to the Most High…He who offers a sacrifice of thanksgiving honors me, and to him who orders his way aright I shall show the salvation of the Lord.” Psalm 50:4,23 NASB
Hello Dear Ones,
This is the month our hearts turn to Thanksgiving to God. The early Pilgrims at Plymouth, in 1621, had a feast ,with ninety native Americans, to celebrate God’s goodness and provision for a bountiful harvest. There was also an even earlier Thanksgiving Celebration in Virginia in 1607, again to offer praise and Thanksgiving to God.
That is how our country began; our people prayed, trusted and honored God from the inception. This was the very foundation of our country, faith in Almighty God. Though we as a nation have strayed, there is still a mighty presence of believers with a clarion call to repent of our sins and once again glorify our Heavenly Farther.
Around the globe we see nation after nation in revolt and collapse. Even in America we are witnessing economic distress threatening to crack our financial foundations, just as clearly as the recent earthquake fractured the Washington Monument. However, instead of fear gripping our hearts, we have God’s Word to stand on. Philippians 4;:6, tells us, “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known unto God, and the peace of God which passes understanding shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.”
There is a powerful formula here for us to burn into our spirits. Whatever the circumstances we find ourselves in, we are to trust our God with all our hearts and commit our way unto Him in prayer and thanksgiving.
We are familiar with the story of Paul and Silas, after being beaten, thrown into prison and placed in stocks, instead of complaining, at midnight they were singing and praising God. “Suddenly there was such a violent earthquake the foundations of the prison were shaken. At once all the prison doors flew open and everybody’s chains came loose.” The terrified jailor fell at Paul’s feet and asked, “What must I do to be saved?” Paul led him and his whole household to Christ. Thankfulness and praise creates a supernatural atmosphere.
Which reminds me of when my dear husband Ralph became founding pastor of Valley Presbyterian Church in North Hills, he told me he was going to have a Thanksgiving Service. I said, “Honey, no one will come. Everyone will be busy fixing their thanksgiving dinner for relatives and friends.”
Ralph said, “I want to give our people an opportunity as a body of believers to offer thanksgiving for what God has done.” AND SO THEY CAME. The place was packed. Radiant, smiling faces shone as they spontaneously stood to their feet, one by one, to share praise and thanksgiving for what God had done in their lives. And so it was every Thanksgiving.
Praise and thanksgiving breaks Satan’s chains of misery, fear, depression and exhaustion. “God inhabits the praise of His people.”
Because of my injured leg, and confinement, I have been restless and concerned that I’ve not been actively “out there” sharing Christ’s love. But God has a way. On one of my appointments with a new doctor, God had strategically cancelled two patients’ appointments, giving me quality time to share God’s love. When I asked her if she wanted to know Christ and make Him Lord of her life, she prayed so humbly to Jesus. Her father, a man of God, had just passed away two months ago. She said, “Now I know I will see him again”.
My precious friends and co-laborers, I thank you for your love, your prayers, your cards and notes. I love you, praise God for you, and pray that your Thanksgiving Holiday will hold a harvest of happiness.
In Christ,
Georgia Lee

When disaster strikes, Operation Blessing swoops in

MikeL — Sat, 26 Nov 2011 01:18:29 +0000

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Who Is the Most Influential Christian Leader in the US?

MikeL — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 20:34:29 +0000

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Beyond the Turkey: Keeping Christ Present During Thanksgiving (Part 2)

MikeL — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 16:01:29 +0000

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Bill would allow prayer to return to schools – WND

MikeL — Sat, 05 Nov 2011 23:45:13 +0000

A proposal by a Florida state lawmaker to allow “inspirational” messages, including prayer, on a voluntary basis at some school events is drawing the opposition of several major lobby groups on legislative issues, including the American Civil Liberties Union and the Anti-Defamation League.

The proposal from Sen. Gary Siplin, D-Orlando, would allow districts to adopt resolutions that allow prayer of invocation or benediction at secondary school events if they are at the discretion of the student government, given by student volunteers and do not involve school personnel.

See what can happen, in “Criminalizing Christianity: How America’s founding religion is becoming illegal”

“The purpose of this act is to provide for the solemnization and memorialization of secondary school events and ceremonies, and this act is not intended to advance or endorse any religion or religious belief,” said the proposal, which this week was approved 4-1 by the Senate PreK-12 Committee.

Though the measure still has multiple legislative hurdles, Siplin hopes it will pass this year.

But ADL lawyer David Barkey, according Gannett’s News-Press, condemned the plan for advancing religion.

“It coerces religion in violation of the Establishment Clause,” said Barkey.

And Ron Bilboa of the ACLU said Silpin’s idea would put religious expression up for a popular vote among students, and that isn’t allowed.

“We must guard against the promotion or endorsement of one particular set of religious beliefs over others,” he declared.

Siplin, whose proposal is supported by a companion bill in the House, has higher hopes.

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