27. May 2009 by Pastor P.

Most will never understand what it means, to truly,  walk with God! Certainly people that have committed to Christ and have relationship with him, but I’m not speaking of people’s salvation or judging their ability to hear his voice or know His ways! I’m talking about the kind of walk with Him that you get so close to Him that you lose your identity and take on His! Just as John the Baptist did when he said; ” I must decrease and he must increase!” Jesus said that in order to follow Him we must deny ourselves and pick up our cross… Walking with God successfully, is not defined by how much we have but by our surrender to Him and to His ways! David desired to build God a house but it was not what God required of Him! What God wanted and what David wanted were two very different things! The same is true for you and me. I wonder how much we’re doing now “for Him” that really, He’s never required of us. Our walk should not hinge on our “success.” Jesus said;”Many in that day will say Lord, Lord did we not do many things in your name…” These that did much were not rewarded on their successes but rather on their walk(s) with God! Another true mark of someone who really walks with God is persecution! It’s impossible to be close with the Father and not come under intense surveillance from those around you! Jesus said, that if we are persecuted great is our reward in heaven! Again our successes were not rewarded, but our walk with God…

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14. May 2009 by Pastor P.

What a tremendous ride Danny has been on! We’ve watched as our praise and worship leader of 8 years went from a being a regular guy to a house hold name overnight! We always knew that Danny was special, but none of us could have predicted what would happen to him on American Idol! His life will never be the same! Remember destiny always has many twists and turns, but will always land you in just the right place. American Idol was such a blessing for Danny to excel in his gifting, but does not have the final say for his life! I want to especially thank our church family, in both locations, for their support and prayers for Danny and his family during this time! You are the greatest church in America! Please continue, because quite literally, the best is yet to come! Also, I want to say thanks from our church family, to the thousands of Danny fans  for keeping him in the competition and sending such wonderful words of encouragement to us and Danny! Get ready for the release of his album…you know it’s going to be HOT!

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11. May 2009 by Pastor P.

Well Danny Gokey Day was such an awesome day for the city of Milwaukee & of course our church. Danny was very excited to be back at home with friends & family. He told me several times how good it was to be at Faith Builders! He asked me to let you know how much he misses you all. What an incredible time we had with him. The church was jam packed by 9:30am, Danny finally arrived at 10:20am. I had just recieved a phone call from Mancow, the number one radio station in the nation, requesting to interview Danny. We worked it out with the producer of Idol & made it happen. Pastor Steve Munsey told Mancow that Danny wouldn’t go on the show unless he mentioned Faith Builders & Jeff Pruitt at least two times in the interview. Pretty cool! Danny graced the stage & sang three songs & gave major props to the ministry, what a blessing! Also our praise & worship team along with Jamar Rogers performed live on Fox6. That was awesome! Danny later went to Summerfest for his first concert, where 26,000 to 28,000 fans were waiting for him. It was incredible! Then he went to Miller Park to sing the National Anthem before 40,000 people. I’m very proud of Danny, & I’m very proud of our church for always believing in people, small or great! Robin & I love you all very much.

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6. May 2009 by Pastor P.

I just have to say that this year’s conference was, without doubt, our greatest conference yet! Jesse Duplantis and Bill Winston were absolutely on point with the word they brought! To be honest, it was the best I have ever heard from them. Without question timely and prophetic! Jesse preached “Who’s in your boat” and Bill preached “Manifesting the sons of God” WOW got to get the c.d.’s! We had nearly 80 pastors and ministers that showed from all over the region, out of state and 1 from Africa who is overseer of over 400 churches in Uganda! The ministers were so blessed and encouraged. Robin and I were as well! I also need to give honor where honor is due…I was so blessed by the members of our church that worked so hard putting on a top notch conference as they did! We have the sweetest, most serving, not too mention, hardest working people in the world! Robin and I are blessed to pastor such outstanding and precious people as you. You did your thing! Thanks to all the Beloit church for coming and helping make this conference a success! Love ya

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