One of the tragedies that occurred in the aftermath of the events that occurred this past week in Ferguson, MO, was the fact that many small businesses were destroyed. This was extremely unfortunate, because small businesses are the job creation engine of our country and are a vital component of the revitalization of urban communities that have long been decimated by unemployment, disenfranchisement, and hopelessness. Entrepreneurs are needed more now than ever to participate in the creation of avenues of opportunity that help lift people out of poverty. Did you know the Saturday after Thanksgiving has been designated as Small Business Saturday? Today is the perfect opportunity for you to do some good while getting something great in return. As a matter of fact, I have the perfect small business purchasing opportunity for you. Everything in the Kingdom Business U. Online Store is 30% off with a special discount code. Even better, 20% of the proceeds from your purchases will go to support our community development partner, Kinsman, Inc., which is helping to establish entrepreneurship and job creation programs in South Atlanta. To take advantage of this discount just logon to store.kbuonline.com and use Discount Code: SBS30 at checkout to receive your deal. Here are just a few of the incredible items for which you can use on your 30% discount...
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 "Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you." ~ 1 Thessalonians 5:18 I thank God for you. Why? Because you are a blessing to the world. The dreams that He gave you are a special gift that will bring answers to people and solutions to problems.
This season please remember all that God has done for you. But also remember ALL that He still wants to do through you. Enjoy the gifts He has placed in your life and know that your best is still in front of you! Happy Thanksgiving! Sincerely, Paul Wilson, Jr. Leave your comments below...  We know the cost of the fallout is not yet calculated from the aftermath of the events in Ferguson over the past few days. However, what we do know is that the first victims after the verdict was announced were small businesses in the "hot zone" that were burned to the ground. Operation Hope CEO and empowerment advocate John Hope Bryant wrote an article on LinkedIn entitled: "The Second Victim of Ferguson. The Death of Business and Jobs" that highlighted the potential long-term devastating impact of the loss of small businesses. According to Bryant, the specific small businesses that burned down and/or looted included: QuickTrip, Ferguson Market, AutoZone, wireless telephone store, beauty supply store, a public storage, and a BBQ restaurant. Bryant says: "None of these businesses had anything to do with the injustices of Ferguson and its criminal justice system, but many may never open again, or even have a desire to come back. And given that 92% of all jobs in America are private sector, this means that a community that had few jobs before the Michael Brown crisis, now will have significantly less still. This is one reason I'm a huge advocate for entrepreneurship training in urban areas as a vehicle to create opportunities and help lift people out of poverty. Prayerfully Ferguson's entrepreneur community will be able to rebuild with an increased emphasis on more people becoming small business owners. Economic empowerment must become one of the the key aspects of community rebuilding.  Click here to read the full article on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/article/20141125191809-23074630-the-second-victim-of-ferguson-the-death-of-business-and-jobs Leave your comments below...   I'm excited that I was able to launch the Dream Catalyst Prayer Call this past Sunday and serve you in this capacity. Your dreams are important to God and I'm here to support you as you pursue your purpose for Him. During the week please feel free to join our Dream Catalyst Prayer Facebook Group and post your prayer requests here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/738250132924286/ After each call I will post the recording so if you miss the call you can come to my web site and listen to catch up. Also, this will be a great way for you to hear the devotional teachings again. The devotional that preceded the prayer was focused on Joseph and the choices he had to continually make to see his dreams come true although he was unaware that he was moving in the right direction. Enjoy and I look forward to your feedback! Please leave your comments below...   Sunday nights at 9:30 PM EST we will gather in prayer to activate, cultivate, and accelerate Kingdom dreams and dreamers.
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Please send your prayer requests to our Dream Catalyst Prayer Group at www.facebook.com/groups/738250132924286/ I look forward to seeing what God is going to do in the world through your dreams! Leave your comments below...  "Delight yourself in Him and He will give you the desires of your heart." Psalm 37:4 So many people go through life without ever fulfilling the purpose or plan that God has for their life. They have a deep longing that can't be fulfilled by money, attention, accolades, acquisitions, or achievements. Whether it's a business, ministry, or community organization, your God-given dream is an inseparable part of who you were created to be. The dream that God gave you was meant to be manifested, bringing solutions to others and fulfillment to you. That dream won't accomplish God's expectation if it stays in your head. I'm passionate about helping you get that dream out of your head and into the world! "Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a dream fulfilled is a tree of life." Proverbs 13:12 That's why I'm extremely excited to launch the Dream Catalyst Prayer Call beginning this Sunday, November 23rd. This weekly teleconference will be geared toward entrepreneurs, change agents, community leaders, and others who need a spiritual spark for your God-given dreams, visions, and ideas.
A few of the incredible benefits of corporate prayer that will help you accomplish your dreams include your faith being strengthened, wisdom deposits from the Holy Spirit, new revelations to help direct your decisions, encouragement from other Believers, plus so much more! In addition to prayer I will provide a short teaching time focused on sharing Biblical principles and strategies for transforming your dream from concept into reality. I look forward to connecting with you Sunday night! Please leave your comments below...  Eye of God Nebula Everything that we experience in life is the manifestation of an idea. The universe, earth, and mankind were all once ideas in God's imagination before they came into being. In fact in Genesis 1:1-3, God gives us His formula for bringing ideas into reality. Moreover, God created us in His image and gave us dominion over the earth. This means that we're supposed to do what He does the same way that He does things. Your imagination is more powerful than you realize. And when it's under the control of the mind of Christ and the tutorship of the Holy Spirit your possibilities are endless, including how you create income streams for your business and household. After all, He gave us the power to get wealth (Deuteronomy 8:18) and the knowledge of witty inventions (Proverbs 8:12). How you utilize your imagination and ideas are central to that process. *** 7 Biblical Strategies to Monetize Your Imagination Teleseminar *** This Sunday at 8:30 PM EST I will be hosting a teleconference to give you 7 Biblically-based, practical strategies to maximize your imagination and ideas in order to increase your income. I will also be delighted to answer any questions that you may have. Here are the details... Date & Time: Sunday, November 16th, 8:30 PM EST Dial-in Number: (712) 432-0850 Access Code: 1030781 Talk with you Sunday night! Leave your comments below...  A few days ago a major shock reverberated through the Christian world. Dr. Myles Munroe, his wife, and 7 other precious lives were killed in a tragic plan crash in Freeport, Bahamas while on their way to a leadership conference. Dr. Munroe was more than just a TV preacher. He was one of the most profound Biblical teachers the world has ever known. His books, such as Kingdom Principles, In Pursuit of Purpose, and Maximize Your Potential, helped me develop a deep understanding of the Kingdom of God on the earth and my role in it. In this message below, recorded a few years ago at Bishop T.D. Jakes Manpower Conference, he discusses the profound need for men to have dreams and visions that are connected to their God-given purpose. Watch and apply... Dr. Munroe will definitely be missed, but his powerful Kingdom teachings for men and women of God will live on.
Please leave your comments below...  "Who shall bring a charge against God’s elect? It is God who justifies." Romans 8:33 It's Election Day and everybody is talking about the candidates and who they are going to cast their votes for. Here in Georgia we have a small snapshot of Georgia's political legacy, considering those with politically famous names running for office including, Jason Carter (grandson of President Jimmy Carter), Michelle Nunn (daughter of former Senator Sam Nunn), and David Perdue (first cousin of former Governor Sonny Perdue). Those who are not privy to walk in those political circles might tend to feel left out or helpless as it relates to wielding influence or receiving political favor. Fortunately, God doesn't look at last names to determine whether or not you're worthy to receive favors from Him. He is not a respecter of persons, His love is everlasting, and His mercy endures forever! In fact, God voted for you when He chose His son to die on your behalf. And according to Revelation 5:9, you were elected you to the position of king and priest. So, whether you know it or not, as part of God's family you have a lot of royal responsibilities here on the planet (2 Corinthians 5:18-20). "Therefore, brethren, be even more diligent to make your call and election sure, for if you do these things you will never stumble." ~ 2 Peter 1:10 Just like politicians are supposed to serve their constituents, your election is connected to an assignment (life purpose) to solve a problem for a specific group of people. God called you to be great and do something that serves others in a significant manner. Your work matters to God and those whom you have been assigned to work with. Peter admonished all Believers to acknowledge and accept our callings so that we would not fall short of the greatness God planned for us. When you embrace what God created you to do you put yourself in position for Him to give you influence to use for His glory. And the kickbacks you get from Him as a result of your obedience can't be compared to anything you could get from anyone else. So no matter who you vote for today, just remember God already voted for you! Please leave your comments below...   It's interesting - and almost tragic - that many people still don't realize or fully embrace that God chose you for something special. Indeed, He placed you on this planet for a specific purpose. And believe it or not, it's connected to your vocation. Although you may not like your job currently, or you have not yet have found the thing that gets you excited to get out of bed Monday mornings ( or any morning), His plan for you is connected to the work that you do now and will do in the future. In Mike Wittmer's recent article at The High Calling Blog recently entitled, Designed to Work: What Do You Make Possible?, he discusses the significance of the connection between our work and God's plan of redemption for our world. He states: What task has God called you to do? It might be menial, and it might be hard. Maybe you’re having a rough shift right now. If so, God has given you a golden opportunity. Can you describe what your job makes possible? How do you enable others to make something of the world? Answer these questions, and you will find God’s purpose in your job. You will know that you are serving Jesus and obeying the first command he ever gave you (Col. 3:17; 23-24; Gen. 1:28). So whether you love your job or hate it, just remember God wants to use it to change you and the people that He connects you to through the work you do. Ask God to give you a new perspective of your work so you can jump on board with His plan. Read the full article Designed to Work: What Do You Make Possible? at http://www.thehighcalling.org/work/designed-work-what-do-you-make-possible#.VFfUhkvC_2w Please leave your comments below...  |
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