Friday, September 30, 2011















Happy Birthday Roxy!


Shalom,

I desire that you pray with unwavering faith and absolute certainty that God will answer your prayers of faith.

Have a great weekend!

Bill

Thursday, September 29, 2011




















What do YOU believe?


Do You Know Your Bible?
Answers to previous quiz.

1. Striking the wicked with blindness (Matthew4:1-10).
2. The Place of the Skull (Matthew 27:33).
3. John Mark (Acts 15:37-38).
4. A time to sleep and a time to wake (Ecclesiastes 3:1-8).
5. Malchus (John 18:10).


New Quiz: Final Answer Quiz #4.
Answer these questions.

1. What woman, known for her good works, did Peter raise from the dead in Joppa?
  • A. Tabitha
  • B. Lydia
  • C. Drusilla
  • D. Bernice
2. Which of the following did not appear at the Transfiguration?
  • A. Jesus
  • B. Moses
  • C. Elijah
  • D. Samuel
3. Who helped carry Jesus' cross to Golgotha?
  • A. Micah of Moresheth
  • B. Simon of Cyrene
  • C. Joseph of Arimathea
  • D. Joseph of Cyprus
4. Who died after touching the Ark of the Covenant?
  • A. Uzzah
  • B. Mahlon
  • C. Ahio
  • D. Naphtali
5. Sanballat and Tobiah are villains in what Biblical book?
  • A. Esther
  • B. Nehemiah
  • C. Obadiah
  • D. Daniel
Answers and a new quiz will be posted next Thursday!

Wednesday, September 28, 2011















Avery loves eating out with the family!


Hi,

I desire that you pray with deeply rooted faith and absolute certainty that God will bring you through every problem.

Have a great service tonight!

Bill

Tuesday, September 27, 2011














Happy 26th Birthday Nicholas William Novak!


Hello,

I pray that you will refuse to fear, dread or be terrified because you know that the greater One lives IN you!

Shalom,

Bill

Monday, September 26, 2011















Grandma Roxy with Avery Elise at TCF Bank Stadium.


Hi,

I pray that you will expect the One, True God to deliver you from impossible situations, when you put your trust IN HIM!

Have a great week!

Bill

Sunday, September 25, 2011















Avery is calling for a Vikings Victory today!


Shalom,

I pray that you will stand strong on God's Word in the midst of adversity so that you can celebrate the victory!

Have a powerful and anointed Worship Service!

Bill

Saturday, September 24, 2011















Grandpa Billy and Avery Elise!


Hello,

I pray that you will continue to walk by faith in God's Word and not be moved by circumstances!

Shalom,

Bill

Friday, September 23, 2011













Continuing to pray for the peace and prosperity of the nation of Israel and the beautiful city of Jerusalem!


Shalom,

I pray that you will experience the perfect peace of Almighty God because you keep your mind stayed on Him!

Have a great weekend!

Bill

Thursday, September 22, 2011



















The New York Yankees won the American League East Division last night on Jorge Posada's 2 run pinch hit single!


Do You Know Your Bible?
Answers to previous quiz.

1. Hezekiah (Isaiah 38:5).
2. Joseph of Arimathea (Mark 15:43).
3. He slept in a wet cave (Daniel 4:33).
4. Uzziah (Isaiah 6:1-8).
5. Laodicea (Revelation 3:14-16).


New Quiz: Final Answer Quiz #3
Answer these questions.

1. Which of the following was not one of satan's temptations of Christ?
  • A. Changing stones into bread.
  • B. Jumping off the temple.
  • C. Worshiping the devil.
  • D. Striking the wicked with blindness.
2. "Golgotha", the site of Jesus' crucifixion, means what?
  • A. The Hill of Sorrows.
  • B. The Potter's Field.
  • C. The Place of the Skull.
  • D. The Well of the Oath.
3. Who deserted Paul and Barnabas, and their missionary work, in Pamphylia?
  • A. Silas.
  • B. John Mark.
  • C. Judas Barsabbas.
  • D. Linus
4. Which of the following is not a part of the famous "a time for everything" passage in Ecclesiastes?
  • A. A tie to be born and a time to die.
  • B. A time to sleep and a time to wake.
  • C. A time to weep and a time to laugh.
  • D. A time to love and a time to hate.
5. What was the name of the man who had an ear cut off, and healed, during the arrest of Jesus?
  • A. Malchus.
  • B. Zenas.
  • C. Aristarchus.
  • D. Archippus.
Answers and a new quiz will be posted next Thursday!

Wednesday, September 21, 2011















Stylishly protecting Avery's little ears!


Shalom,

I pray that you will operate in quiet confidence, knowing that God will ALWAYS bring you through in victory.

Have a great mid-week service!

Bill

Tuesday, September 20, 2011















My family at the Golden Gophers football game! Nick, Roxy, Avery and Kristine.


Hello,

Remember: anything good in your life, give God the credit, praise and thanksgiving! Anything bad: don't blame God!

Shalom,

Bill

Monday, September 19, 2011




















Expecting Mariano Rivera to make history today by recording his 602 save to become the greatest Closer in history of Major League Baseball!


Hi!

I pray that you will remain calm in the midst of adversity because you truly trust in the One, True, Most High, Living, Almighty God of the Bible!

Have a great week!

Bill

Sunday, September 18, 2011















It was a beautiful day for some college football with friends!


Shalom,

I desire that you pray with faith, praising God because of your deep assurance that He does what He says He will do.

Have a powerful and anointed Worship Service!

Bill

Saturday, September 17, 2011















The University of Minnesota Marching Band at TCF Bank Stadium.


Hello,

I desire that you pray with strong faith in God because the abundance of God's Word in your heart flows out of your mouth!

Shalom,

Bill






Friday, September 16, 2011















One of Avery's favorite things to do!


Hi,

I pray that you will develop a deep, unwavering faith by hearing yourself speak God's Word.

Have a great weekend,

Bill

Thursday, September 15, 2011




















A little lady!


Do You Know Your Bible?
Answers to previous quiz.

1. As far as the East is from the West (Psalm 103:12).
2. Their love (John 13:35).
3. Theophilus (Acts 1:1).
4. Median (Exodus 2:15).
5. Amos (Amos 1:1).


New Quiz: Final Answer Quiz #2.
Answer these questions.

1. What king's prayer added fifteen years to his life?
2. After the crucifixion, who asked Pilate for Jesus' body?
3. Which of the following is not part of King Nebuchadnezzar's punishment for pride?
  • a) He ate grass like cattle.
  • b) His hair grew like a bird's feathers.
  • c) His nails grew like a bird's claws.
  • d) He slept in a wet cave.
4. What king died in the year that Isaiah received his commission from the Lord?
5. Which of these churches of Asia Minor did Jesus threaten to spit from His mouth?

Answers and a new quiz will be posted next Thursday!

Wednesday, September 14, 2011




















Bubbles anyone?


Shalom,

I pray that you will continue in the Word of God so that you can know the Truth that will set you free!

Have a great Wednesday night service!

Bill

Tuesday, September 13, 2011















A Princess and her Pony!


Hello,

I pray that you will have the discipline to continually fill your heart with the living Word of God!

Shalom,

Bill

Monday, September 12, 2011




















Avery at play!


Shalom,

I pray that your ears will hear your own mouth continually speaking God's Word!

Have a great week!

Bill

Sunday, September 11, 2011














Remembering!


Shalom,

I pray that you will realize the importance of your local church, and NOT neglect assembling together with like-minded believers!

Have a great Sunday Service!

Bill

Saturday, September 10, 2011















At TCF Bank Stadium for some Golden Gopher Football!


Hello,

I pray that you will anchor you faith in the mighty power of God and His superhuman Word that lives in your heart.

Shalom,

Bill

Friday, September 9, 2011















Avery LOVES to read, just like Mommy!


Hi!

I pray that you will have confidence that you can serve God more fully because your heart is overflowing with His living Word!

Have a great weekend!

Bill

Thursday, September 8, 2011
















He is ALWAYS on your side, but are YOU on His?


Do You Know Your Bible?
Answers to previous quiz.

1. Jasper, sapphire, chalcedony, emerald, sardonyx, sardius, chrysolite, beryl, topaz, chrysoprasus, jacinth, amethyst (revelation 21:19-20).
2. The bronze serpent Moses made in the wildernhess (2 Kings 18:4).
3. The apostle John (Revelation 11:19).
4. Bezaleel and Aholiab (Exodus 31:1-11).
5. Jeduthun (1 Chronicles 25:3).


New Quiz: Final Answer Quiz #1
Answer these questions.

1. According to David how far has God "removed our transgressions from us?
2. In the book of John, Jesus said the world would recognize His disciples by what?
3. To whom is the book of Acts addressed?
4. Where did Moses flee to after killing an Egyptian?
5. What Old Testament prophet was a shepherd from Tekoa?

Answers and a new quiz will be posted next Thursday!

Wednesday, September 7, 2011















We pray daily for the protection, provision, safety, peace and prosperity of the nation of Israel and the city of Jerusalem!



Hello,

I desire that you pray with unwavering faith, committing every problem to the Lord and leaving these problems with Him.

Shalom,

Bill

Tuesday, September 6, 2011




















Jesus (Montero) takes a second curtain call after hitting another homerun in the Yankees 11-10 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Monday!


Hello,

I pray that you will turn away from your limited human logic and trust completely in the Lord to direct your paths.

Shalom,

Bill

Monday, September 5, 2011















Mariano Rivera on the mound is a welcome sight for every Yankees fan!


Shalom,

I pray that you will learn to have complete faith in the supernatural power of the Name of Jesus!

Have a great week!

Bill

Sunday, September 4, 2011




















A princess on the playground!


Shalom,

I pray that you will understand that the devil seeks whom he may devour, and that you will not allow him devour you!

Have a supernatural Worship Service!

Bill

Saturday, September 3, 2011















An budding artist at work!


Hello,

I pray that you will have no fear, knowing that the Lord will fight for you!

Have a great day!

Bill

Friday, September 2, 2011




















Avery is pretty in pink!


Hi,

I pray that you will have confidence that God knows the solution to every problem, even when there seems to be none!

Have a great weekend!

Bill

Thursday, September 1, 2011















Peek-a-boo, I see YOU!


Do You Know Your Bible?
Answers to previous quiz.

1. Ezekiel (Ezekiel 48:35).
2. Saul, David, Solomon, Jeroboam I, Nadab, Baasha, Elah, Zimri, Omri, Ahab, Ahaziah, Joram, Jehu, Jehoahaz, Jehoash, Jeroboam II, Zechariah, Shallum, Menahem, Pekahiah, Pekah, Hoshea, (1 & 2 Kings; 1 & 2 Chronicles).
3. David, Solomon, Rehoboam, Abijah, Asa, Jehoshaphat, Jehoram, Ahaziah, Athaliah, Joash, Amaziah, Azariah, Jotham, Ahaz, Hezekiah, Manasseh, Amon, Josiah, Jehoahaz, Jehoiakim, Jehoiachin, Zedekiah (1 & 2 Kings; 1 & 2 Chronicles).
4. Amraphel, king of Shinar; Arioch, king of Ellasar; Chedorlaomer, king of Elam; and Tidal, king of nations (Genesis 14).
5. None are mentioned by name.


New Quiz: The Harder Questions #5.
Answer these questions.

1. What twelve jewels were used in the foundation of the city described in Revelation 21:19-20?
2. What was named Nehushtan?
3. Who was the last person on earth to see the ark of the covenant?
4. What two workmen did God appoint to make the things needed to build the tabernacle and clothe the priests?
5. Who prophesied with a harp?

Answers and a new quiz will be posted next Thursday!

Wednesday, August 31, 2011















Avery Elise loves reading as much as Mommy does!


Shalom,

I pray that you will have faith, trust and confidence in the fact that no matter how many tests and trials you face, the Lord Jesus will deliver you out of them ALL!

Have a powerful mid-week service!

Bill

Tuesday, August 30, 2011















Avery at the park!


Hello,

I pray that you will have complete confidence in the One, True,, Most High, Living, Almighty God of the Bible Who is LORD of ALL!

Shalom,

Bill

Monday, August 29, 2011




















Kristine and Avery Elise at the park.


Hi,

I pray that you will have the confidence that you are MORE than a conqueror through Jesus of Nazareth!

Have a great, victorious week!

Bill

Sunday, August 28, 2011














Dinner before the game with Roxy, Nathalie and Nick.


Shalom,

I pray that you will commit everything in your life to the Lord, completely confident that He will work on your behalf.

Have a powerful Worship Service!

Bill

Saturday, August 27, 2011













I TOLD you Nick was a Yankees fan!


Hello,

I pray that you will have faith, trust and confidence that God will do what His Word says He will do!

Shalom,

Bill

Friday, August 26, 2011














Can you believe that Nick used to be a Yankees fan?


Hi,

I pray that you will believe that you WILL see the glory of God (John 11:40).

Have a great weekend!

Bill













And the Yankees are STILL #1!


Hello,

I pray that you will have unwavering faith in the One Who infuses you with inner strength!

Shalom,

Bill

Thursday, August 25, 2011














Bill and Harmon Killebrew, the best slugger in Minnesota Twins history!


Do You Know Your Bible?
Answers to previous quiz.

1. Othniel, Ehud, Shamgar, Deborah, Gideon, Tola, Jair, Jephthah, Ibzan, Elon, Abdon, Samson, Samuel, Eli (Judges and 1 Samuel).
2. Reuben, Asher, Simeon, Issachar, Gad, Judah, Joseph, Levi, Benjamin, Zebulun, Naphtali, Dan, Dinah (Genesis 29-30, 35).
3. Power to take peace from the earth (Revelation 6:4).
4. Magog (Genesis 10:2; Ezekiel 38).
5. The ancestor of the giants in the land of Canaan (Numbers 13:33).


New Quiz: The Harder Questions #4.
Answer these questions.

1. What Old Testament book says, "And the name of the city from that day shall be The LORD Is There"?
2. In what order did the following kings of Israel rule?: Baasha, Pekahiah, Hoshea, Omri, Saul, Joram, Jehu, David, Jereboam I, Shallum, Jehoahaz, Menahem, Pekah, Ahab, Solomon, nadab, Zimri, Elah, Ahaziah, Zechariah, Jereboam II, Jehoash.
3. In what order did the following kings of Judah rule?: Josiah, Manasseh, Solomon, Asa, Ahaziah, Rehoboam, Amaziah, Joash, Ahaz, David, Jehoshaphat, Jehoram, Athaliah, Amon, Jehoahaz, Abijah, Azariah, Hezekiah, Zedekiah, Jotham, Jehoiakim, Jehoiachin.
4. What group of kings took Lot captive until Abraham rescued him?
5. What do the wives of Noah, Lot, and Job have in common?

Answers and a new quiz will be posted next Thursday!

Wednesday, August 24, 2011














Enjoyed a Twins game with the family at Target Field, especially when the Yankees won!


Shalom,

I pray that you will see your weakness as the releasing point of God's strength!

Have a great mid-week service!

Bill

Tuesday, August 23, 2011




















A sink that's just her size!


Shalom,

I pray that you will continue to put your trust in God rather than in yourself!

Have a great day!

Bill

Monday, August 22, 2011




















Fun in the park!


Hello,

I pray that you will understand that the power of God in you is more than sufficient for every situation.

Have a great week!

Bill

Sunday, August 21, 2011















Avery says, "I LOVE my Grandpa Billy"!


Shalom,

I pray that you will focus on the power of Almighty God instead of trusting in yourself and other human beings.

Have an anointed Worship Service!

Bill

Saturday, August 20, 2011















Grandma Roxy and Avery really enjoy the Red Balloon story time with Sara!


Hi,

I pray that you will have reverence and awe for the Lord, which brings strong confidence!

Shalom,

Bill

Friday, August 19, 2011















Such a pretty girl!



Shalom,

I pray that you will find God's Will in His Word so that you can pray with confidence, knowing you have the answer!

Have a great weekend!

Bill

Thursday, August 18, 2011















Grandpa Billy surprised Avery at the Red Balloon!


Do You Know Your Bible?
Answers to previous quiz.

1. Lot (Gen. 19:35-38).
2. Abraham (Gen. 25:1).
3. Elisheba (Exod. 6:23).
4. Zelophehad (Num. 27:1-11).
5. Midian (Gen. 37:28).


New Quiz: The Harder Questions #3.
Answer these questions.

1. Who were the fourteen judges of Israel?
2. Who were Jacob's children?
3. What power did the second horseman have in Revelation 6?
4. What grandson of Noah had a name that became symbolic for all those who would try to destroy God's people?
5. Who was Anak?

Answers and a new quiz will be posted next Thursday!

Wednesday, August 17, 2011















Avery Elise at the Red Balloon Book Store with Grandma and Grandpa!


Hello,

I pray that you will have absolute certainty that Almighty God stands behind every promise in His Word.

Shalom,

Bill

Tuesday, August 16, 2011















"C'mon boys, lets score some runs!


Hello,

I pray that you will trust God continually because you draw closer to Him!

Have a great day!


Monday, August 15, 2011















"Don Larsen", who's perfect game was the only one ever pitched in a Word Series, and Pastor Bill Novak!


Hello,

I pray that you will trust in the "El Shaddai", the One Who has liberally supplied your every need according to HIS riches in glory, in Christ Jesus.

Have a fantastic week!

Bill

Sunday, August 14, 2011















Lou Gehrig - the best first baseman to ever play for the Yankees!


Shalom,

I pray that you will know that God is IN you and that He will never fail you!

Have a great Worship Service!

Bill

Saturday, August 13, 2011















A beautiful model of the new Yankee Stadium!


Hello,

I desire that you pray with absolute security because you know that the arms of Almighty God will catch you if you fall!

Have a great day!

Bill