Did you experience firsthand - the impossible surrendering to the power of God? There’s nothing like it! It doesn't guarantee a lifetime of belief- - - look at all the times the people of Israel would walk through the red sea, or follow a pillar of fire, or live off manna from heaven and then return to grumbling and doubt. Many of us would not be Christians if we had not witnessed God in a way that we could not explain without His Grace and power. You are going to have that opportunity in this “Save Our Church” campaign!
For those of you that may not have heard yet- - - we have a balloon payment of 3.8 million dollars due on December 1st (and we are praying for a miracle). God is already answering those prayers. Last week we spontaneously had $35,000 in pledges come in. This Saturday the Esperanza Congregation is holding a yard sale (they may start doing this once a month for a while to help raise money). The Four Winds Native American Congregation gave a very sacrificial gift. People who have not attended our church for years are contacting us and saying that we must save the ministries of Washington Cathedral. The youth have rallied and are writing letters inviting people to church and an internet social networking campaign is happening as thousands around the globe are praying for us and considering if they can give something. People by the hundreds are fasting and praying and many are doing prayer walks around the campus. We met with a very prestigious attorney who deals in these matters and he has informed us that we are in a very strong position because of the value of our property and the fact that we have never been late on a payment. This Sunday the news media is coming to our 11:00 service to interview us regarding the situation (your attendance at this service could be very helpful to our cause!). The world is taking notice that God is doing something very special and important at Washington Cathedral- - - so prepare to be amazed at what God will do!
Please don't gossip- - - call us if you have any questions. If for some reason you don’t agree with us, rather than opposing and promoting division, we ask that you pray for us. We need unity now more than ever.
The only thing we have to fear is fear itself. God is working - just open your eyes and see it. We are reducing our church indebtedness (and that is a great thing); and as a people revival is taking place that no one could manufacture.
When I was speaking in Miami in January of last year a pastor from Austria had a prophecy for me. He said, “Tim White you are going to have the hardest year of your life this year, but if you are faithful you are going to break through and God is going to bless your ministry beyond what you ever imagined it could be.” When I was in Peru this September, I was praying for people by the hundreds and one man said he did not want my prayers but had a prophecy from his mountain church in Peru for me. He said, “Tim White you are going to have the hardest year of your life this year, but if you are faithful you are going to break through and God is going to bless your ministry beyond what you ever imagined it could be.” When his message was translated by a pastor from Peru I could not believe it- - - it was word-for-word what I had heard in January of the same year- - - and from two parts of the globe! Stand back; do not be afraid- - - God is preparing to do something amazing in our midst!
Your friend for the rest of my life,
Pastor Tim White
Friday, November 18, 2011
Thursday, November 10, 2011
"Defining Moments: Performing for an Audience of One!"
I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes… Romans 1:16
There is something splendid when someone makes a stand. It might be impossible, it might look a bit ugly, it may appear sloppy to a perfectionist, but if it’s right and it’s courageous- - - then you have to admire them. I love how after Pearl Harbor, President Franklin Roosevelt said, “The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.” Is that true? I can think a lot of things that the United States had to fear at that time. The Nazis getting the atomic bomb, invasion of Alaska, running out of natural resources, not knowing who their allies were going to be- - - but he boiled it down to one courageous statement. I love how Winston Churchill said (prior to the Nazi invasion of England), “We shall fight on the beaches, we shall fight on the landing grounds, we shall fight in the fields and in the streets, we shall fight in the hills; we shall never surrender!” That bulldog of a British Prime Minister was not going down without a fight- - -and I for one love it! These are the kinds of moments that define us.
For the church it’s all about reaching people with the life-changing gospel of Jesus Christ. Watching people (who everyone has given up on) become clean and sober, saving marriages, rescuing young people from terrible decisions, launching world-changing dreams! Who could be ashamed to the gospel of Jesus Christ knowing it’s the power of God for salvation.
I for one know that my life will boil down to a few defining moments- - - moments that really determine so much. I just hope in those moments that I can honor Jesus Christ- - - that I will play for an audience of one and that I will demonstrate courage that comes from my faith in God which has been instilled in me since I was a child. I believe that those are the moments that will rise above all others.
I love the old “True Grit” movie- - - when John Wayne is trying to save a kidnapped girl. He’s in no shape for the challenge ahead of him- - - four bad guys all well mounted and he has a patch over one eye. He charges with both guns blazing and yelling courageous statements at the top of his lungs! He was unashamed.Your friend for the rest of my life,
Dr. Tim White
There is something splendid when someone makes a stand. It might be impossible, it might look a bit ugly, it may appear sloppy to a perfectionist, but if it’s right and it’s courageous- - - then you have to admire them. I love how after Pearl Harbor, President Franklin Roosevelt said, “The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.” Is that true? I can think a lot of things that the United States had to fear at that time. The Nazis getting the atomic bomb, invasion of Alaska, running out of natural resources, not knowing who their allies were going to be- - - but he boiled it down to one courageous statement. I love how Winston Churchill said (prior to the Nazi invasion of England), “We shall fight on the beaches, we shall fight on the landing grounds, we shall fight in the fields and in the streets, we shall fight in the hills; we shall never surrender!” That bulldog of a British Prime Minister was not going down without a fight- - -and I for one love it! These are the kinds of moments that define us.
For the church it’s all about reaching people with the life-changing gospel of Jesus Christ. Watching people (who everyone has given up on) become clean and sober, saving marriages, rescuing young people from terrible decisions, launching world-changing dreams! Who could be ashamed to the gospel of Jesus Christ knowing it’s the power of God for salvation.
I for one know that my life will boil down to a few defining moments- - - moments that really determine so much. I just hope in those moments that I can honor Jesus Christ- - - that I will play for an audience of one and that I will demonstrate courage that comes from my faith in God which has been instilled in me since I was a child. I believe that those are the moments that will rise above all others.
I love the old “True Grit” movie- - - when John Wayne is trying to save a kidnapped girl. He’s in no shape for the challenge ahead of him- - - four bad guys all well mounted and he has a patch over one eye. He charges with both guns blazing and yelling courageous statements at the top of his lungs! He was unashamed.Your friend for the rest of my life,
Dr. Tim White
Thursday, November 3, 2011
"Commit Your Way to the Lord!"
Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him and he will do this: He will make your righteousness shine like the dawn, your vindication like the noonday sun. Psalm 37:5-6 (NIV)
It’s impossible to ignore the uncertain times that our nation faces financially. It is understandable that we all take a hard look at our current financial status. And it makes sense that some have even cut back on their giving during this time, but uncertain times always call for acts of bold and faith-filled heroism. We can either face the future with fear, or we can renew our call upon the Lord to bless us in a mighty way.
We’re praying for our members who are in-between jobs and whose faith and determination is being tested (this is just one of the reasons why we need a great caring network). For those who have been blessed with employment or other financial security during this time; this is an opportunity for heroic support of this great philanthropic community―the local church. We always say, “God loves a cheerful giver; and we don't want anyone to give who doesn’t feel good about giving,” because time after time we have seen amazing joy for such blessed supporters. We believe that God provides for the church and He does so through eager hearts.
I would be remiss if I did not tell you that we are experiencing a time that calls for heroism in order to keep the dream of Washington Cathedral alive. Our church, and everything we do in the community and around the world, is supported by those who tithe and give to the local church body we call Washington Cathedral. Somehow, over the last 27 years, God has worked miracles through combining the small and large gifts of faithful people; and we have grown into an amazing caring network!
So many times through the years, when the going got tough, heroic people gave sacrificially to keep this dream alive. This time is no different- - - I guess it helps us to remember that the church really is a miracle!
If you have ever considered contributing to the Wall of Champions- - - may I encourage you to pray about doing it now. Participating in the Wall of Champions means giving $100 a month over your normal tithes and offerings to support the buildings that are used 7 days a week by so many different amazing groups. For many people, this is their first venture in giving- - - and they get to test God and see if He really will bless their gift (just as we are asked to do in Malachi chapter three).
Without the Wall of Champions we would not have this great campus and all of the ministries that we support in the community. Whether you can give or not, please pray for Washington Cathedral during this challenging time. Washington Cathedral is a dream and it is a vision, but it’s also a miracle every week that’s supported by the heroic gifts of generous people.
May God bless every one of you!
Your friend for the rest of my life,
Pastor Tim White
P.S. If you would like to do your giving online, just go to our website www.wacathedral.org and select “give” in the upper right corner. This takes you to a completely secure website. You can set up your account for online giving.
It’s impossible to ignore the uncertain times that our nation faces financially. It is understandable that we all take a hard look at our current financial status. And it makes sense that some have even cut back on their giving during this time, but uncertain times always call for acts of bold and faith-filled heroism. We can either face the future with fear, or we can renew our call upon the Lord to bless us in a mighty way.
We’re praying for our members who are in-between jobs and whose faith and determination is being tested (this is just one of the reasons why we need a great caring network). For those who have been blessed with employment or other financial security during this time; this is an opportunity for heroic support of this great philanthropic community―the local church. We always say, “God loves a cheerful giver; and we don't want anyone to give who doesn’t feel good about giving,” because time after time we have seen amazing joy for such blessed supporters. We believe that God provides for the church and He does so through eager hearts.
I would be remiss if I did not tell you that we are experiencing a time that calls for heroism in order to keep the dream of Washington Cathedral alive. Our church, and everything we do in the community and around the world, is supported by those who tithe and give to the local church body we call Washington Cathedral. Somehow, over the last 27 years, God has worked miracles through combining the small and large gifts of faithful people; and we have grown into an amazing caring network!
So many times through the years, when the going got tough, heroic people gave sacrificially to keep this dream alive. This time is no different- - - I guess it helps us to remember that the church really is a miracle!
If you have ever considered contributing to the Wall of Champions- - - may I encourage you to pray about doing it now. Participating in the Wall of Champions means giving $100 a month over your normal tithes and offerings to support the buildings that are used 7 days a week by so many different amazing groups. For many people, this is their first venture in giving- - - and they get to test God and see if He really will bless their gift (just as we are asked to do in Malachi chapter three).
Without the Wall of Champions we would not have this great campus and all of the ministries that we support in the community. Whether you can give or not, please pray for Washington Cathedral during this challenging time. Washington Cathedral is a dream and it is a vision, but it’s also a miracle every week that’s supported by the heroic gifts of generous people.
May God bless every one of you!
Your friend for the rest of my life,
Pastor Tim White
P.S. If you would like to do your giving online, just go to our website www.wacathedral.org and select “give” in the upper right corner. This takes you to a completely secure website. You can set up your account for online giving.
Friday, October 28, 2011
"It is Time to Believe!"
“Get yourself ready! Stand up and say to them whatever I command you. Do not be terrified by them, or I will terrify you before them.” Jeremiah 1:17 (NIV)
I believe that I have been preparing for the last part of 2011 all of my life! When I was a kid in Sunday school; when I was an athlete growing up; when I went to college; when I went to graduate school; when I was a youth pastor; when I was being discipled; when I started this church; when my heart was broken; when I saw miracles; when I was raising my children, building my marriage, and learning from my friendships- - - all of my life has prepared me for the greatest moment of life- - - To meet the challenges that we face as a church between now and December 1st. I will not shrink from this challenge! I will be the person that God has always wanted me to be. I will step into the Spirit-empowered, Jesus-directed, God-fortified zone! Jeremiah stepped into it and I will too. I will not shrink from my challenges, because I am playing for an audience of one.
I believe in this great caring network called Washington Cathedral. I believe we are going to change the world one dump at a time. I believe that God has given us a positive, Christ-centered faith to share with a cynical world. I believe that the eye of the tiger is tougher in a man who is gentle, loving, kind, patient, forgiving, and self-controlled. I'll take the Fruit of the Spirit over a spirit of cursing any day.
If you want to stand back and watch a miracle - that’s fine with me. But as for me, I am preparing to see God work in my life and our church as He has never before. Get back critics- - - prepare to eat your words. Watch out fearful spectators- - -cover your eyes, because God is going to do mighty things in our midst.
I'm just saying- - - No, I’m just believing, because- - - It’s time to believe!!!
Your friend for the rest of my life,
Pastor Tim White
I believe that I have been preparing for the last part of 2011 all of my life! When I was a kid in Sunday school; when I was an athlete growing up; when I went to college; when I went to graduate school; when I was a youth pastor; when I was being discipled; when I started this church; when my heart was broken; when I saw miracles; when I was raising my children, building my marriage, and learning from my friendships- - - all of my life has prepared me for the greatest moment of life- - - To meet the challenges that we face as a church between now and December 1st. I will not shrink from this challenge! I will be the person that God has always wanted me to be. I will step into the Spirit-empowered, Jesus-directed, God-fortified zone! Jeremiah stepped into it and I will too. I will not shrink from my challenges, because I am playing for an audience of one.
I believe in this great caring network called Washington Cathedral. I believe we are going to change the world one dump at a time. I believe that God has given us a positive, Christ-centered faith to share with a cynical world. I believe that the eye of the tiger is tougher in a man who is gentle, loving, kind, patient, forgiving, and self-controlled. I'll take the Fruit of the Spirit over a spirit of cursing any day.
If you want to stand back and watch a miracle - that’s fine with me. But as for me, I am preparing to see God work in my life and our church as He has never before. Get back critics- - - prepare to eat your words. Watch out fearful spectators- - -cover your eyes, because God is going to do mighty things in our midst.
I'm just saying- - - No, I’m just believing, because- - - It’s time to believe!!!
Your friend for the rest of my life,
Pastor Tim White
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Your Body: is a Temple
Don’t you realize that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit, who lives in you and was given to you by God? You do not belong to yourself, for God bought you with a high price. So you must honor God with your body. 1 Corinthians 6:18-20
I am so proud of the Health Resource Center (HRC) which is the flagship of our Round Table of the great caring network. Last week they sponsored a health fair in which Cardiologist, Dr. Paul Huang, his son Aaron, and a great team from the HRC tested as many people as they possibly could- - - people of all nationalities and all income levels. Each person really appreciated the free examination. Many, many people were uninsured who would not otherwise have access to this kind of care. It saved lives. As I visited with the people and the physicians I thought that Jesus, the Great Physician, would be so proud of this! And that is what we are in this for- - - to please Jesus Christ. That brings joy to our hearts and blessings on our church.
If you would like to get involved in the many projects of the Health Resource Center talk to the President, Dr. Rey Vath, M.D. or the Executive Director, Colonel Erskine Austin. They are out to change the world and are building a key component to “the greatest caring network that the world has ever seen!” We have people from all nationalities and each of our church congregations involved and they are as fine a group of people as you will ever meet.
Your friend for the rest of my life,
Pastor Tim White
I am so proud of the Health Resource Center (HRC) which is the flagship of our Round Table of the great caring network. Last week they sponsored a health fair in which Cardiologist, Dr. Paul Huang, his son Aaron, and a great team from the HRC tested as many people as they possibly could- - - people of all nationalities and all income levels. Each person really appreciated the free examination. Many, many people were uninsured who would not otherwise have access to this kind of care. It saved lives. As I visited with the people and the physicians I thought that Jesus, the Great Physician, would be so proud of this! And that is what we are in this for- - - to please Jesus Christ. That brings joy to our hearts and blessings on our church.
If you would like to get involved in the many projects of the Health Resource Center talk to the President, Dr. Rey Vath, M.D. or the Executive Director, Colonel Erskine Austin. They are out to change the world and are building a key component to “the greatest caring network that the world has ever seen!” We have people from all nationalities and each of our church congregations involved and they are as fine a group of people as you will ever meet.
Your friend for the rest of my life,
Pastor Tim White
Friday, October 14, 2011
"Encourage One Another"
Dear brothers and sisters, I close my letter with these last words: Be joyful. Grow to maturity. Encourage each other. Live in harmony and peace. Then the God of love and peace will be with you. 2 Cor 13:11
The Bible is in essence a collection of stories about man’s encounter with God and how that changed their lives These stories give us guidance and hope for ways to better our lives. This process continues to the present time.
Washington Cathedral has many such stories that need to be told to give us all guidance and hope for these troubled times. I would ask that Sunday school teachers, youth leaders and TLC facilitators to bless our congregations by bringing such life-changing experiences to our attention. This will serve to encourage all of us to pursue a deeper relationship with God as we seek His solutions to our life’s problems.
Some of the stories might appear in our weekly eRadiance, some might be shared at TLC meetings and some might be shared with the congregations during worship services. God is great and God is good - let’s share the glad tidings!
Raymond E. Vath, MD
The Bible is in essence a collection of stories about man’s encounter with God and how that changed their lives These stories give us guidance and hope for ways to better our lives. This process continues to the present time.
Washington Cathedral has many such stories that need to be told to give us all guidance and hope for these troubled times. I would ask that Sunday school teachers, youth leaders and TLC facilitators to bless our congregations by bringing such life-changing experiences to our attention. This will serve to encourage all of us to pursue a deeper relationship with God as we seek His solutions to our life’s problems.
Some of the stories might appear in our weekly eRadiance, some might be shared at TLC meetings and some might be shared with the congregations during worship services. God is great and God is good - let’s share the glad tidings!
Raymond E. Vath, MD
Friday, October 7, 2011
A Real Adventure Classic: The Drama of Life
Be on guard. Stand firm in the faith. Be courageous. Be strong. 1 Corinthians 16:13
Most people don’t realize it, but the Bible has a lot to say about courage. For some reason, in our society today, courage has become a trait that isn’t as highly prized as it was in our parents’ day. Our society is enthralled with stories about those whose success came by accident, and we are thrilled when we hear that they hardly even tried―an overnight success! We like the “get-rich-quick” stories- - - buy a lottery ticket and become a millionaire overnight (no work necessary). We love the idea of someone discovering us! Maybe that’s why movie stars and pop musicians are the new “heroes” of our society.
I praise the people of courage who are all around us: the single parent, the businessperson daring to conduct business God’s way in a dog-eat-dog world, the hero struggling to overcome a chronic or even life-threatening illness, the person with an impossible dream! We all cheered Lance Armstrong’s victory in the Tour de France, but just imagine his hard-fought battle against cancer! People flock to successes, but some of us live in admiration of those who have fought the odds and continue holding on to the impossible dream.
Courage cannot be born without the cradle of adversity. If you feel like a failure or that everything is going wrong, let me salute you for your courage! I admire the writer who has never published; the policeman or fireman, and their families, who live with the constant threat of danger; the idealistic school teacher who continues to give everything day in and day out to each child they’re given; the Small Groups facilitator who ministers and really nurtures people’s souls; the person who sticks with their dream even when the results are not so encouraging. I am not the only one who notices- - - there are children watching and learning. God is watching and applauding from heaven!
“Lord Jesus, I pray for the people of courage! Give them this moment to hear your applause of heaven! Amen.”
Your friend for the rest of my life,
Pastor Tim White
Most people don’t realize it, but the Bible has a lot to say about courage. For some reason, in our society today, courage has become a trait that isn’t as highly prized as it was in our parents’ day. Our society is enthralled with stories about those whose success came by accident, and we are thrilled when we hear that they hardly even tried―an overnight success! We like the “get-rich-quick” stories- - - buy a lottery ticket and become a millionaire overnight (no work necessary). We love the idea of someone discovering us! Maybe that’s why movie stars and pop musicians are the new “heroes” of our society.
I praise the people of courage who are all around us: the single parent, the businessperson daring to conduct business God’s way in a dog-eat-dog world, the hero struggling to overcome a chronic or even life-threatening illness, the person with an impossible dream! We all cheered Lance Armstrong’s victory in the Tour de France, but just imagine his hard-fought battle against cancer! People flock to successes, but some of us live in admiration of those who have fought the odds and continue holding on to the impossible dream.
Courage cannot be born without the cradle of adversity. If you feel like a failure or that everything is going wrong, let me salute you for your courage! I admire the writer who has never published; the policeman or fireman, and their families, who live with the constant threat of danger; the idealistic school teacher who continues to give everything day in and day out to each child they’re given; the Small Groups facilitator who ministers and really nurtures people’s souls; the person who sticks with their dream even when the results are not so encouraging. I am not the only one who notices- - - there are children watching and learning. God is watching and applauding from heaven!
“Lord Jesus, I pray for the people of courage! Give them this moment to hear your applause of heaven! Amen.”
Your friend for the rest of my life,
Pastor Tim White
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