Henrik Zetterberg, #40, scored the game winning goal as the Detroit Red Wings defeated the Columbus Blue Jackets last night by a score of 5-2. GO RED WINGS!


Hello,

I pray that you will cast down every negative and ungodly thought and replace it with the Word of God.

Have a great Mid-week Service!

Bill

Have YOU received Jesus of Nazareth as Lord and personal Savior?

Hello,

I pray that when you face problems, tests or trials in your life, you will focus on the Word of God!

Shalom,

Bill

Our God IS God, and His Name is JESUS!


Hi!

I pray that you will single-minded concerning the things of God, standing steadfast and immovable on His Word!

Have a fantastic week!

Bill

The New York City skyline! Beautiful!


Shalom,

I pray that you will "be constantly renewed in the spirit of your mind [having a fresh mental and spiritual attitude], and put on the new nature created in God's image, in true righteousness and holiness" (Ephesians 4:23-24).

Have a powerful Worship Service!

Bill

Nick and Nathalie!


Hello,

I pray that you will renew your mind daily with the Word of God so that you will be able to consistently overcome the spirit of fear.

Shalom,

Bill

My very colorful granddaughter, Avery Elise!


Hi,

I pray that you will reject the spirit fear and timidity and receive from God the spirit of love and power and a sound mind!

Have a great weekend!

Bill

Nick and Nat with Nathalie's Grandmother!


Do You Know Your Bible?
Answers to previous quiz.

  1.  A prostitute  (Revelation 17:1-3).
  2.  An earthquake  (Matthew 27:51 & 28:2).
  3.  A double portion of God's Spirit  (2 Kings 2:9).
  4.  Nicodemus  (John 19:39).
  5.  Eutychus  (Acts 20:9).


New Quiz: Final Answer Quiz  #25.
Answer these questions.

  1.  What man did David have killed in order to take his wife, Bathsheba?

• A.     Uriah
• B.     Joab
• C.     Ziba
• D.     Benaiah

  2.  Whose mother-in-law had a fever healed by Jesus?

• A.     Thomas
• B.     Simon Peter
• C.     Matthew
• D.     Judas Iscariot

  3.  Which minor prophet prophesied that the Messiah would be born in Bethlehem?

• A.     Joel
• B.     Amos
• C.     Micah
• D.     Zechariah

  4.  What follower of Jesus met the resurrected Christ on the road to Emmaus?

• A.     Thomas
• B.     Nathanael
• C.     Martha
• D.     Cleopas

  5.  Why did Pilate's wife advise her husband to leave Jesus alone?

• A.     She believed Isaiah's prophecies.
• B.     She had seen Jesus perform miracles.
• C.     She had a bad dream.
• D.     She feared a Galilean revolt.

Answers and a new quiz will be posted next Thursday!

Kristine and Avery at the Minnesota Children's Museum!


Shalom,

I pray that you will learn God's Word and obey His instructions so that you may enjoy His Blessing!

Have a great Mid-week Service!

Bill

Nick and Nathalie in Wisconsin!


Hello,

I pray that you will refuse to let you heart be troubled with fear and anxiety!

Shalom,

Bill

The Detroit Red Wings Goaltender, Joey MacDonald, celebrating consecutive home ice victory #23 today as the Wings defeated the San Jose Sharks 3-2!


Hello,

I pray that you will refuse to allow cares and worries into your life, but instead will rejoice in all the good things that God has done for you!

Have a great week!

Bill

Brian and Kristine with family in Chicago!

Shalom,

I pray that you will be set free from worry and fear by meditating on the Word of God continually!

Have a great Worship Service!

Bill

The Detroit Red Wings broke another record tonight, their own, after defeating the Nashville Predators 2-1 to bring their consecutive home ice wins to 22. Pavel Datsyuk scored the game winner with 5 seconds left in regulation time!


Hello,

I pray that you will guard and keep yourselves in the love of God, according to Jude 21.

Shalom ,

Bill

God's Word is TRUTH!


Hello,

I pray that you will understand that Jesus loved you first! Now love Him back!

Shalom,

Bill

Nick and Nathalie at the wedding of their friends! Looking good!


Do You Know Your Bible?
Answers to previous quiz.

  1.  Camel hair  (Matthew 3:4).
  2.  Tarshish  (Jonah 1:3).
  3.  A vision of a man requesting help  (Acts 16:9-10).
  4.  "I am coming soon."  (Revelation 22:20).
  5.  Josiah  (2 Kings 22:1 and 23:5).


New Quiz: Final Answer  Quiz #24.
Answer these questions.

  1.  In his Revelation, what did John see sitting upon a scarlet beast?

• A.     A king
• B.     A priest
• C.     A prostitute
• D.     A demon

  2.  According to Matthew, what phenomenon accompanied both the death and resurrection of Jesus?

• A.     Lightning
• B.     Howling wind
• C.     An earthquake
• D.     An eclipse

  3.  What did the prophet Elisha request from his mentor, the prophet Elijah?

• A.     A double portion of God's Spirit
• B.     A scroll of instructions
• C.     His sandals
• D.     One month together in private

  4.  Who assisted Joseph of Arimathea in preparing Jesus' body for burial?

• A.     Zacchaeus
• B.     Bartimaeus
• C.     Cornelius
• D.     Nicodemus

  5.  What young man fell from a window and died during a long message by Paul?

• A.     Eutychus
• B.     Demetrius
• C.     Erastus
• D.     Crispus

Answers and a new quiz will be posted next Thursday!

The Detroit Red Wings saluting their fans after setting a new NHL record with 21 consecutive Home Ice wins, defeating the Dallas Stars 3-1 last night!


Shalom,

I pray that you will commit to live your life to and for Him Who died and rose agin for you!

Have a powerful Mid-week Service!

Bill

Have YOU opened this Valentine's Day gift yet? Please do, while there's still time!


Hello,

I pray that you will say, with Paul, the Apostle, "I have been crucified with Christ and it is no longer I who live, but HE lives IN me!

Have a blessed day!

Bill

The Detroit Red Wings tied with the 1929-30 Bruins and the 1975-76 Flyers for the longest home winning streak in NHL history last night when they defeated the Philadelphia Flyers  4-3! GO RED WINGS!


Hello,

I pray that you will believe that God is faithful, reliable, trustworthy, and true to His Word, and that love never fails!

Have a fantastic week!

Bill

Avery Elise and a few of her "friends"!


Shalom,

I pray that you will have complete faith, trust and confidence in the God Who never sleeps or slumbers!

Have a great Worship Service!

Bill

The Red Wings' Tomas Holmstrom celebrates another Red Wings victory in his 1000th game as a Detroit Red Wing!


Hello,

I pray that you will understand the mercy and loving-kindness that our Father God has for you!

Shalom,

Bill

It looks like Grandpa Billy is teaching Avery his typing technique!


Shalom,

I pray that you will persevere in faith through every situation you face so that you may have God's richest and best operating in your life!

Have a great weekend!

Bill

The two back-up Goalies for the Detroit Red Wings, Joey MacDonald and Ty Conklin celebrate the 18th straight home win for the Wings! LET'S GO RED WINGS!!!


Do You Know Your Bible?
Answer these questions.

  1.  Mighty hoof beats  (1 Thessalonians 4:16).
  2.  Wealth  (Proverbs 11:4).
  3.  Hamor the Hivite  (Job 2:11).
  4.  Blindness  (Mark 10:46 & 52).
  5.  A rented house  (Acts 28:30).


New Quiz: Final Answer Quiz  #23.
Answer these questions.

  1.  What were John the Baptist's clothes made of?

• A.     Fine silk
• B.     White linen
• C.     Woven yarn
• D.     Camel hair

  2.  Where did Jonah try to go to avoid God's call to preach?

• A.     Ninevah
• B.     Babylon
• C.     Joppa
• D.     Tarshish

  3.  What convinced the apostle Paul to take the Gospel message to Macedonia?

• A.     God's audible voice
• B.     A vision of a man requesting help
• C.     A letter from Peter
• D.     A sign in the sky

  4.  What is Jesus' last statement in the Bible?

• A.     "Continue in my love."
• B.     "Remember the LORD your God."
• C.     "I am coming soon."
• D.     "My Father's house awaits you."

  5.  Who became king of Judah at age eight, and was commended for turning to God "with all his heart ... soul ... strength?

• A.     Josiah
• B.     Amon
• C.     Manasseh
• D.     Zedekiah

Answers and a new quiz will be posted next Thursday!

Another fun day with Avery Elise!


Shalom,

I pray that you will realize that God is the only real source of all comfort and encouragement.

Have a great day!

Bill

Spending the day with Avery Elise today!


Hello,

I pray that you will understand that God is gracious, merciful, and full of compassion for YOU!

Shalom,

Bill

Avery loves "cooking" in her kitchen!


Hello,

I pray that you will have His praise continually in your mouth as you remind yourself daily of His loving-kindness to you!

Have a great week!

Bill

Jesus of Nazareth! My God IS God!

Shalom,

I pray that you will have a continual consciousness of the great love that Jesus has for YOU!

Have a supernatural Worship Service!

Bill

             William Frank Novak - then and now! 

Hello,

I pray that you will obey the Word of God so that he can continue to reveal Himself to you!

Have a fantastic day!

Bill

Grandma Roxy reading to Avery!


Hi,

I pray that your love walk will be perfected by continual fellowship with the One, True, Most High, Living, Almighty God of the Bible, Who IS Love!

Have a great day!

Bill

Avery Elise is so "fashion forward"! Maybe Mommy should have Target carry this "hat" in many colors!


Do You Know Your Bible?
Answers to previous quiz.

  1.  A cheerful heart (Proverbs 17:22).
  2.  Samuel  (1 Samuel 1:19-20).
  3.  Moriah  (Genesis 22:2).
  4.  Making fun of his baldness  (2 Kings 2:23-24).
  5.  A tower collapse that killed 18 people (Luke 13:4-5).



New Quiz: Final Answer Quiz # 22
Answer these questions.

  1.  Which of the following sounds will not accompany Jesus' Appearing for the Church?

• A.     The trumpet of God
• B.     Mighty hoof beats
• C.     The voice of the archangel
• D.     A loud command

  2.  According to the Proverbs, what is worthless "in the day of wrath"?

• A.     Power
• B.     Wealth
• C.     Fame
• D.     Idols

  3.  Which of the following was not one of Job's "comforters"?

• A.     Eliphaz the Temanite
• B.     Bildad the Shuhite
• C.     Zophar the Naamathite
• D.     Hamor the Hivite

  4.  Of what was Bartimaeus healed?

• A.     Leprosy
• B.     Demon possession
• C.     Blindness
• D.     Lameness

  5.  As the book of Acts concludes, where in Rome is the apostle Paul?

• A.     Caesar's palace
• B.     A dungeon
• C.     The Forum
• D.     A rented house

Answers and a new quiz will be posted next Thursday!

Juri Hudler scored the game winning goal for the Detroit Red Wings as they defeated the Calgary Flames 3-1 last night in their first game after the All Star break!


Hello,

I pray that you will realize that you have the Love of God inside of you, enabling you to love others as He loves you!

Have a great Mid-week Service!

Bill

The Spoken Word Church has had morning prayer every day since May of 1985!


Hello,

I pray that you will have the love of God perfected in you by obeying His Word.

Shalom ,

Bill

Congratulations to Jorge Posada for a fantastic seventeen year career as a New York Yankee that included 5 World Series Championships!


Shalom,

I pray that you will meditate daily on the Love God has for you so that you may walk completely free from fear!

Have a great week!

Bill

Grandpa Billy and Avery Elise always have a fun time together!


Shalom,

I pray that you will be strong in the Lord and the power of HIS might!

Be a participator in your Worship Service today!

Bill

Such a personality my granddaughter has!


Hi,

I pray that you will understand that the God kind of faith will only work as you walk in the God kind of love!

Have a great day!

Bill

Greg and Robin Swoverland with the SECOND biggest New York Yankees fan in the world!


Shalom,

I pray that you will reverently and worshipfully fear the Lord so that you will have strong confidence in His protection, provision, and safety!

Have a great weekend!

Bill

Avery Elise and Cabbage Patch doll!

Do You Know Your Bible?

Answers to previous quiz.

  1.  Condemnation  (Romans 8:1).

  2.  A murderer  (John 8:44).

  3.  Plowshares  (Revelation 1:9).

  4.  Vashti  (Esther 2:17).

  5.  Gilboa  (2 Samuel 1:6-10).

New Quiz:  Final Answer Quiz  #21

Answer these questions.

  1.  According to the Proverbs, what is "good medicine"?

• A.     The Word of God
• B.     A good friend
• C.     A cheerful heart
• D.     A generous spirit

  2.  Which prophet was the son of Hannah and Elkanah?

• A.     Zechariah
• B.     Samuel
• C.     Elijah
• D.     Nathan

  3.  Where did God instruct Abraham to sacrifice his son Isaac?

• A.     Sodom
• B.     Bethel
• C.     The Red Sea
• D.     Moriah

  4.  For what offense did Elisha curse some young people of Bethel, resulting in the mauling of forty-two youths by bears?

• A.     Desecrating the Temple
• B.     Using the Lord's Name in vain
• C.     Immorality
• D.     Making fun of his baldness

  5.  What current event did Jesus use as an example to emphasize the need for repentance?

• A.     An earthquake
• B.     A tower collapse that killed eighteen people
• C.     An outbreak of the plague
• D.     The drowning of seven people in a boat accident

Answers and a new quiz will be posted next Thursday!

Backup Goalie Ty Conklin congratulating Jimmy Howard as the Detroit Red Wings defeat the St. Louis Blues 3-1 to win their 17th straight win on home ice last night!


I pray that you will completely trust, rely on and confidently lean on the Lord and be surrounded  by His mercy and loving-kindness!

MAKE IT a great Mid-week Service!

Bill

Avery is cooking something up in her new kitchen!


Hello,

I pray that you will choose to know the Word of God so that the Word can set you free and keep you free!

Shalom,

Bill

Avery Elise is pretty in purple!


Hello,

I pray that you will have full confidence that God will not in any way fail you!


Have a blessed and anointed week!

Bill

Grandpa Billy and Avery Elise getting ready to watch the Lion King!


Shalom,

I pray that you will realize that the Father's love for you is unconditional, steadfast, absolute, fixed, settled and never changes!

Have a powerful Worship Service!

Bill

We heard some of the Names of Jesus throughout the Bible last night. Who is He to you?


Hello,

I pray that you will be so deeply rooted in, and so securely founded on, the love of God, that you will be able to share that love unconditionally with others!

Shalom ,

Bill

The Detroit Red Wings defeated the phoenix Coyotes last night with a shoot-out goal by Todd Bertuzzi! GO RED WINGS!


Shalom,

I pray that you will realize the authority that God has given YOU over all the power of the enemy!

Have a great weekend,

Bill

Bill, the greatest Red Wings fan you know, with Ashley and Mark Nelson.


Do You Know Your Bible?
Answers to previous questions.

  1.  "...but the workers are few."  (Matthew 9:37).
  2.  "Hosanna"  (Matthew 21:9).
  3.  Patmos  (Revelation 1:9).
  4.  Belshazzar  (Daniel).
  5.  Lappidoth  (2 Samuel 1:6-10).


New Quiz:  Final Answer Quiz  #20.
Answer these questions.

  1.  According to the apostle Paul, there is no what for "those who are in Christ Jesus"?

• A.     Condemnation
• B.     Fear of death
• C.     Pain and sorrow
• D.     Sinful desire

  2.  According to Jesus, what was satan "from the beginning"?

• A.     A deceiver
• B.     A rebel
• C.     An enemy
• D.     A murder

  3.  Isaiah prophesied of a time when the nations would beat their swords into what:?

• A.     Plowshares
• B.     Anvils
• C.     Goblets
• D.     The ground

  4.  When King Xerxes chose Esther as his queen, whom did she replace?

• A.     Vashti
• B.     Athaliah
• C.     Jezebel
• D.     Bathsheba

  5.  On what mount did King Saul die?

• A.     Nebo
• B.     Carmel
• C.     Hermon
• D.     Gilboa

Answers and a new quiz will be posted next Thursday!

The Detroit Red Wings defeated the Dallas Stars 3-2 last night in a shootout. The Wings now lead the Western Conference with 61 points! GO RED WINGS!!!


I pray that you will know that Jesus accomplished what He came to do - destroy the works of the devil!

Have a great day!

Bill

Goalie Jimmy Howard recorded his 4th shutout of the season as the Red Wings defeated the Buffalo Sabres 5-0. This win gave the Red Wings a franchise record 15 straight home ice wins! GO RED WINGS!


Hello,

I pray that you will understand that the love of the most loving human father cannot even begin to compare with the love that your heavenly Father has for you!

Shalom,

Bill

Nathalie, Nick and Avery Elise!

Hello,

I pray that you will realize that as a born again believer in Jesus of Nazareth, you are a child of God and a member of the highest royal family! 

Have a great week!

Bill

There is only ONE thing needful! The Word of God!


Shalom,

I pray that you will meditate on the Truth found in 1 John 3:1 that you ARE a child of God if you have received Jesus as Lord and personal Savior!

Have a great Worship Service!

Bill

Niklas Kronwall congratulating Red Wings Goalie, Jimmy Howard, on his 100th win on Thursday night as they defeated the Phoenix Coyotes in a shhotout!

Hello,

I pray that you will you will realize that as a born again believer you are an heir of God and a joint (equal) heir with Jesus of Nazareth!

Shalom,

Bill

Henrik Zetterberg's game-winning shoot-out goal last night that gave jimmy Howard his 100th win! great job Red Wings!


Hi,

I pray that you will realize that as a born again believer in Jesus of Nazareth, God the Father has adopted YOU as His very own child!

Have a great weekend!

Bill

We have the responsibility to know the true foundations of this nation and to speak out for them!


Do You Know Your Bible?
Answers to previous quiz.

  1.  Untying His sandals  (Luke 3:16).
  2.  A fire  (Matthew 13:44, 47; 22:2).
  3.  Forty days  (Acts 1:3).
  4.  969 years  (Genesis 5:27).
  5.  Jubal  (Genesis 4:21).


New Quiz:  Final Answer Quiz  #19.
Answer these questions.

  1.  Complete Jesus' statement about human souls: "The harvest is plentiful..."

• A.     "and the time is short."
• B.     "but the workers are few."
• C.     "for the Lord has blessed."
• D.     "with the choicest of fruit."

  2.  What word did the crowds repeat during Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem?

• A.     "Hosanna"
• B.     "Hallelujah"
• C.     "Holy"
• D.     "Honor"

  3.  On what island was the apostle John when he experienced his Revelation?

• A.     Crete
• B.     Patmos
• C.     Sicily
• D.     Cyprus

  4.  What king literally saw "the handwriting on the wall"?

• A.     Uzziah
• B.     Nebuchadnezzar
• C.     Belshazzar
• D.     Darius

  5.  Who was the husband of the prophetess Deborah?

• A.     Lappidoth
• B.     Sisera
• C.     Ehud
• D.     Jabin

Answers and a new quiz will be posted next Thursday!