Christmas was a time for friends, family, relatives and presents! Kristine and Brian are enjoying their new Crockpot Trio.

Hello,

Here's believing that the upcoming year will be even better than 2009!

Have a fun New Year's Eve!

Bill

Kristine and Brian are expecting their first child, a baby girl, in early March.

Shalom,

Be sure to spend some time in the last two days of 2009 remembering the blessings and good things that happened to you. Remember to give God the credit for anything good.

Set your goals for 2010 and depend on the Holy Spirit to be your Helper!

Have a good day,

Bill

Nick and Kristine sharing a Christmas hug!

Hi,

The Minnesota Vikings are preparing for their last game of the 2009 regular season at home against the New York Giants!

Shalom,

Bill

Brian and Kristine admiring the new baby girl's Minnesota Vikings outfit given to them by Grandpa Bill and Grandma Roxy.

Hello,

Glad to hear all of your Christmas wishes came true. Looking forward to a bright and glorious 2010! I expect to see a big Vikings victory over the Bears tonight.

Shalom,

Bill

All is quiet today. Tomorrow the Vikings are in Chicago to battle the Bears!

Hi,

I am looking forward to our New Year's Eve celebration at The Spoken Word Church! We will be joining the 33 elders and deacons in bringing in the new year! Jesus is Lord!!!

Shalom,

Bill

Daughter Kristine and Grandpa Bill looking forward to the birth of the new baby girl!

Shalom,

I hope your Christmas Season is as happy as ours!

See you in church tomorrow!

Bill

Daughter Kristine and Grandma Roxy displaying one of THOUSANDS of pieces of new baby girl's wardrobe!

Hello,

Merry Christmas!

Have a supernatural day!

Bill

Nick is getting ready to enjoy his mom's wonderful Christmas cooking and baking!

Hi,

Have a fantastic Christmas Eve with friends, family and relatives.

Shalom,

Bill

The Minnesota Vikings expect to be #1 and Super Bowl Champs at the end of the season!

Shalom,

They're saying that a big snow storm is coming our way. Time to sit back and enjoy the Christmas Season!

Have a great day,

Bill

2010 is shaping up to be the most outstanding in the life of believers who stay focused on God's Word.

Hi,

2009 has been an extremely productive year for the people and families of The Spoken Word Church and Bill Novak Ministries.

The New York Yankees, Minnesota Vikings and Detroit Red Wings have all had outstanding seasons in 2009.

Have fun today!

Bill

The big screen at the Metrodome has been filled with many outstanding moments this year at Vikings home games!!!!

Shalom,

Christmas is a time to remember that Jesus is The Way, The only Way, to eternal life in Heaven.

Have a supernatural day,

Bill

The Viking fans have been treated to an undefeated record at home this season. Thank You, Jesus!

Hello,

Have a great Christmas week, beginning today, at your local church. The people and families of The Spoken Word Church wish you and your family a Merry Christmas.

Shalom,

Bill

Roxy and Kristine are enjoying Quarterback Brett Favre's first season as a Minnesota Viking.

Hi,

The Minnesota Vikings will play the Carolina Panthers Sunday night looking forward to a NFC North Division Championship with a victory!

Shalom,

Bill

Kristine's last home game of the regular season at Mall of America Field in Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome was a resounding 30-10 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals!

Shalom,

Looking forward to our prayer and Christmas celebration tonight at The Spoken Word Church.

Have a wonderful weekend,

Bill

Jesus is our Rock, Refuge and Defense in these last days.

Hello,

The Detroit Red Wings are in action tonight, hosting the Tampa Bay Lightning.

Have a great day,

Bill

The Blood of Jesus provides protection, provision and safety.

Hi,

Looking forward to Wednesday night service at The Spoken Word Church.

Shalom,

Bill

The Minnesota Vikings are on the verge of clinching the NFC North Division title again this year! GO VIKINGS!!!!

Hello,

Oral Roberts, a long-time minister of the Gospel, passed away today. He's home in Heaven now and we see it as another sign that Jesus is coming very soon!

Shalom,

Bill

Cheering the Vikings on to a 30-10 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals yesterday at Mall of America Field!

Hi,

I hope you are enjoying the Holiday Season, and the REASON for it! Keep HIM #1 and other things will fall into place!

Shalom,

Bill

Adrian Peterson, Brett Favre and the rest of the Minnesota Vikings travel to Carolina next week to take on the Panthers.

Hello,

The Minnesota Vikings played a great game today, beating the Cincinnati Bengals 30-10, to bring their season record to 11-2!

Have a great week!

Bill

We have found that this year, more than any other year, those who don't know Jesus as Lord and personal Saviour are having a very hard time getting in the "Christmas Spirit"! Makes perfect sense when you know that He IS the "Reason for the Season"!

Hi,

The Minnesota Vikings will take on the Cincinnati Bengals at Mall of America Field in the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome tomorrow at Noon. I'll be there! GO VIKINGS!!!!

Have a great weekend!

Bill

Christmas shopping at Mall of America!

Hello,

The Detroit Red Wings face the Anaheim Ducks tonight at Joe Louis Arena. With 6 top players out with injuries, the Wings are looking to some capable rookies to step up their game! GO RED WINGS!!!

Have a great day!

Bill

Take the time to enjoy your friends, family and relatives during this Christmas season!

Shalom,

The New York Yankees, after enjoying their 27th World Series Championship, are very busy getting the right team in place to begin the quest for #28 this year! Trades, signings and contract extensions all make for a very busy off season! GO YANKEES!!!!!!!!!!

Have a great day!

Bill

I love all of the colorful Christmas decorations that remind us of the greatest Gift ever given - Jesus!

Hello,

The Detroit Red Wings host the St. Louis Blues tonight at Joe Louis Arena. GO RED WINGS!!!

Shalom,

Bill

Remember that JESUS is the reason for celebrating the Christmas season!

Hi,

We're traveling today to watch the Blaine Bengals host Wayzata in the first game of the season.

Have a great day!

Bill

The Christmas Holiday season continues this week with the 10-2 Vikings hosting the 9-3 Cincinnati Bengals at Mall of America Field on Sunday afternoon.

Hello,

Continue to stir up the joy that's within you by remembering the past victories in your life. Be led forth with joy and peace. You are a mighty son/daughter of the God of the Bible.

Shalom,

Bill

Brett Favre and the Minnesota Vikings are in Arizona to take on the Cardinals in the Sunday night game. GO VIKINGS!!!!

Shalom,

Recipe for perpetual ignorance: Be satisfied with your own opinions and content with your own knowledge!

Have a great worship service!

Bill

A cozy room decorated for Christmas, a great flat screen TV to watch sports and the Minnesota Vikings with a 10-1 record. What more could a Vikings fan ask for?

Hello,

As believers, we should SHINE - not whine!

Have a great weekend!

Bill

Bill dreaming of a white Christmas TREE! The OTHER white stuff? Not so much!

Hi,

As believers, we should believe the incredible!

Have a great day!

Bill

Bill wearing his Randy Moss Vikings jersey as a tribute to the many great games he had as a Minnesota Viking!

Do You Know Your Bible?

Answers to previous quiz.

1. Shepherd. (Amos 1:1)

2. Physician. (Col. 4:14)

3. Captain of the guard. (Gen. 39:1)

4. Schoolmaster (tutor). (Gal. 3:24)

5. Publican (tax collector). (Luke 18:10)

New Quiz: Occupations #5.

Answer these questions.

1. Who was appointed governor of Judah by Nebuchadnezzar?

2. What did Nebuchadnezzar appoint Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego to do?

3. What did Zimri do before he became king of Israel?

4. Who was the priest of Midian?

5. What did Huldah and Anna have in common?

Answers and a new quiz will be posted next Thursday!

Nick and his godmother, Robin, had a great time watching the Vikings beat the Bears! GO VIKINGS!!!!

Shalom,

As believers, we should think the unthinkable!

Have a great day!

Bill

Bill loves celebrating the Christmas Season and Vikings victories!

Hi,

As believers, we should hear the inaudible!

Shalom,

Bill

Bill and Kristine are ready to go to Mall of America Field to watch the Minnesota Vikings defeat the Chicago Bears!

Hello,

As believers, we should see the invisible!

Have a great day!

Bill

Mall of America Field at Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome.

Greetings,

Battling today: The Chicago Bears and The Minnesota Vikings!

GO VIKINGS!!!!

Bill

Roxy and Nick are two of many great Minnesota Vikings football fans.

Hi,

The New York Yankees, Minnesota Vikings and Detroit Red Wings have provided many thrill during 2009. We are expecting more in 2010!

Shalom,

Bill

Roxy and Kristine at a Golden Valley restaurant.

Hello,

I hope everyone had a good Thanksgiving.

Have a great weekend,

Bill

The Minnesota Vikings are planning to smash the Chicago Bears on Sunday. If you are looking for a good hamburger, try SMASH BURGER!

Do You Know Your Bible?

Answers to previous quiz.

1. Matthias (Acts 1:26).

2. Timothy (Acts 16:3), Titus (Gal. 2:3).

3. Robbery (John 18:40), insurrection/sedition, and murder (Mark 15:7; Luke 23:18-19).

4. Stephen (Acts 6:15)

5. Two (Matt. 27:5; Acts 1:18).

New Quiz: Occupations #4.

Answer these questions.

1. What did Amos do before he was a prophet?

2. What was Luke's occupation?

3. What was Potiphar's job?

4. What occupation did Paul say the law held in regard to us?

5. What is the occupation of the man other than the Pharisee in the parable of the two men who go to the temple to pray?

Answers and a new quiz will be posted next Thursday!

We are traveling to Minnesota today to spend Thanksgiving with the family at Kristine and Brian's.

Hello,

God's Word is Truth.

I have wandered like a lost sheep. Look for Your servant because, I have not forgotten Your Word.

Have a great Thanksgiving!

Bill

Roxy feels right at home in Brian and Kristine's new house!

Hi,

God's Word is Truth.

Let me live so I can praise You, and let Your Word help me.

Shalom,

Bill

The Minnesota Vikings defeated the Seattle Seahawks, 35-9, to bring their season record to 9-1. Nick is looking forward to the Vikings hosting the Chicago Bears this coming Sunday.

Hello,

God's Word is Truth.

I want You to rescue me Lord. I love Your Word.

Have a great week,

Bill

After two supernatural Sunday services, Bill is getting ready to watch the Minnesota Vikings host the Seattle Seahawks at Mall of America Field in Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome. GO VIKINGS!!!!!

Hi,

God's Word is Truth.

Give me Your helping hand, because I have chosen Your Word.

Have a great week,

Bill

Kristine and her dad are eagerly awaiting the birth of Bill's first grandchild. The baby girl is due to be born March 10, 2010.

Shalom,

God's Word is Truth.

Let me sing about Your promises, because all Your Words are just.

Shalom,

Bill

Kristine and her godmother, Robin, are eagerly awaiting Kristine's first baby. The baby girl is due to be born on March 10, 2010.

Hello,

God's Word is Truth.

Let me speak Your praise, because You have taught me Your Word.

Shalom,

Bill

Brian and his dad, Barry, setting out the food for the weekend housewarming party in Golden Valley.

Do You Know Your Bible?

Answers to previous quiz.

1. Baker and butler (or cup bearer). (Gen. 40)

2. Governor of Judea. (Luke 3:1)

3. Matthew. (Matt. 9:9-13) and Zacchaeus. (Luke 19:1-10)

4. Witch of Endor. (1 Sam. 28:7-8)

5. Felix and Festus. (Acts 24:27)

New Quiz: Occupations #3.

Answer these questions.

1. Who was King Artaxerxes' cup bearer?

2. What position did Joseph hold in Egypt?

3. Who told Naaman to go see the prophet and be healed?

4. What job did Abel, Rachel and Zipporah have in common?

5. What metals did Tubalcain work with?

Answers and a new quiz will be posted next Thursday!

Brian's mom, Pat Weber, at the housewarming party last weekend. She prepared much of the food for the party and it was great!

Shalom,

God's Word is Truth.

Listen to my prayer. Save me as Your Word promises.

Have a great day!

Bill

Roxy is really looking forward to spending time with the Weber's in their new home, especially when her new granddaughter arrives in March!

Hello,

God's Word is Truth.

Hear me cry to You, Lord. Let Your Word help me understand.

Shalom,

Bill

Nick and I are being joined by Brian, Roxy and Kristine for a trip to downtown Minneapolis and the Minnesota Vikings - Detroit Lions NFL game.

Hello,

God's Word is Truth.

I obey Your Word, because You know everything I do.

Have a great week,

Bill

Minnesota Vikings WR Sidney Rice had 7 receptions for 201 yards in the Vikings win over the Detroit Lions this afternoon. Great job! GO VIKINGS!!!

Hi,

God's Word is Truth.

I obey Your Words and I love them very much.

Shalom,

Bill

Adrian Peterson and Brett Favre are well rested and ready to take on the Detroit Lions at the Metrodome on Sunday! GO VIKINGS!!!

Hi,

God's Word is Truth.

I am waiting for You to deliver me, Lord. I will obey Your Word.

Shalom,

Bill

Henrick Zetterberg and Pavel Datsyuk of the Detroit Red Wings played well last night as the Wings defeated the Vancouver Canucks, 3-1. The star of the game, though, was goaltender Jimmy Howard! The Red Wings take on the Anaheim Ducks on Saturday. GO RED WINGS!!!

Hello,

God's Word is Truth.

Those who love Your Word will find true peace, and nothing will defeat them.

Have a great day!

Bill

We'll be in Golden Valley on Saturday where Kristine and Brian will be hosting a housewarming party of family and a few friends! Then on Sunday the Detroit Lions will be at the Metrodome! GO VIKINGS!!!

Do You Know Your Bible?

Answers to previous questions.

1. Herding sheep. (Exod. 3:1)

2. Simon Peter. (Luke 5:1-10; John 21:2-4)

3. Tent makers. (Acts 18:3)

4. The lords of the Philistines. (Judg. 16:4-5)

5. Treasurer. (Acts 8:27)

New Quiz: Occupations #2

Answer these questions.

1. For which two of Pharaoh's servants did Joseph interpret dreams?

2. What was Pontius Pilate's job?

3. Who were two tax collectors associated with Jesus?

4. Who is the only witch mentioned in the Bible?

5. Before which two governors, whose names both begin with "F", did Paul appear?

Answers and a new quiz will be posted next Thursday!