Category: God’s life

Follow Pastors and Ministers who Follow Jesus

We often hear President Trump say the word “fake” when referring to the news. While I don’t particularly agree that the news is always fake, I do think there is a lot of fakeness in our world today. There are fake friends/people/politicians, fake ads, fake agreements, fake information, fake promises made, fake/false looks circulating the internet, and, unfortunately, yes, fake preachers.

My writing is not fake. I write to reveal truth, mostly about the Lord, to prove He is real. The stories of my journey with the Lord show how He truly worked in my life and helped me.

As much false, negative press that is circulating today about the clergy, there are many who are seriously serving Jesus Christ and changing lives. I talk about three of them in my newly released book, “OMG! What’s Been Done with Jesus? Bringing Christ to the Forefront.”

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My brother Ron, who taught about Jesus Christ

One clergymen is my brother, Ron, whom I followed most of my teenage and young adult life. Ron was adventurous, risky, and funny. But, I noticed changes happening in Him. He was separating from close friends and becoming more involved in God and the church. Hmmm! I followed him from church to church; where he went, I did too. He ultimately became a licensed minister, established his own church, and is now a foreign missionary to Africa.

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Ron & wife, Cynthia
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Ron preaching; He was my fav for a long time! 🙂
Bishop Rochford & his wife, who invited me to receive Jesus Christ

In one of the churches where I followed Ron, I frequently heard a minister preach, Rev. Robert Rochford of New York. He and his brother often came to speak at our small pentecostal church in Philadephia. His delivery was firey, eloquent, relatable, and spoken with emphatic diction. One day, his preaching changed the trajectory of my life at age 16 or 17; I personally met Jesus Christ and invited Him into my heart. I tell this story in the chapter of my book, titled, “My Salvation Story.” (I was happy my brother shared this pic with me. :).

Then there are clergy members who have the place where all this happens! Bishop & Mother McCleod, Founders/Pastors of Greater Deliverance Temple, the church where I accepted Jesus Christ into my heart.

See, that’s what clergymen do and why the church exists–to do what Jesus Christ did–save souls and change hearts. Clergy speak the word of God, the Holy Spirit comes alongside them and confirms the word to you, and then offers you an opportunity to believe and receive it. It’s progressive; one network leads to the next. We’re not in a clergymen’s presence or church by happenstance. Something is taking place–in you, for you.

Listen to, follow the preacher, pastor, minister, priest, reverend, bishop, etc. who is saying and doing the same things Jesus said and did. You will know it’s not fake because you won’t be compelled or feel forced to worship them, only Jesus, who touches and moves your heart when He shows up. Each of these ministers have impacted my life; I’m 64 now and never looked back.

You can read my new book on Amazon by clicking https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GN36VDZG.

Be blessed until next time. 🙂

Book is Up and Live on Amazon

Hello Fellow Bloggers,

I’m happy to report that my Ebook is now available on Amazon for pre-order at $9.99. Get a preview of the book today, and receive the complete download on March 4th. The paperback and hard copy will be available on the 4th also.

Click to order.

“OMG! What’s Been Done with Jesus? Bringing Christ Back to the Forefront” – $9.99

Hope you enjoy reading!!

Be blessed until next time!

Ellie

Book Description

My upcoming book’s title is “OMG! What’s Been Done with Jesus? Bringing Christ Back to the Forefront.” Here is a description of it and my author bio. I hope you will check it out when it releases on January 11, 2026. Please continue to pray for me. (Writing is tedious.)

When you hear the name Jesus Christ, what comes to mind? You may feel uncertain or have questions such as, “Who is Jesus Christ? What did He do? Could you tell me why He came to earth and spent so much time with ordinary people like me?” It’s okay to have questions. This book seeks to answer them.

Some have never heard of Jesus Christ, while others once knew Him but have lost their way. Still, others claim to know Him well. This book uses Scripture and a few memoirs of my journey with Jesus Christ thus far to challenge long-held misconceptions and misunderstandings about Him, including the idea that His teachings are only for perfect or deeply religious people. Jesus’ message is for everyone, regardless of their background or current life situation. The book will teach you, spark curiosity, cause you to think, and foster a deeper understanding of who Jesus is. It is for those who have questions about what He was doing while on earth.

After reading and reflecting on what Jesus Christ said and did, you may survey your life and the organizations you’re a part of, seeing whether they truly reflect His teachings. Perhaps you will ask, “Is Jesus Lord?” Some who are close to Him might feel inspired to get closer and share Him with others. Those unfamiliar with Jesus can embrace his message, start a new life, and anyone who feels lost can find their way back. No matter your age, background, or beliefs, this book will support and understand you and make you want to help restore Jesus Christ back to His rightful place.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Eleanor “Ellie” Parks is a born-again follower of Jesus Christ. After a lifelong passion for writing, this book is her first published work. Raised in Philadelphia, she shares personal stories to prove God’s presence in daily life. The youngest of seven children, she first learned about Jesus at home but found Him in her teenage years. Inspiration by Ellie, Ellie’s blog, offers Bible stories and reflections that apply to real life.

She has a degree in biblical studies from Colorado Christian University and likes to read, study, and discuss the Bible. Ellie is a single mom to her son, Bryant Parks, and his wife, Kelly. She has three beautiful granddaughters, whom she refers to as her “A” girls: Amiyah, Azariah, and Ayla.

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Be blessed until next time. Luv you!

Reflections on the Last Day of 2024

Happy New Year’s Eve friends!

It’s true, we really do not know what a day may bring, let alone a year (Proverbs 27:1). For me, 2024 resulted in the loss of five family members–an aunt, three cousins, and last, my 3rd eldest sister. Some deaths we anticipated were soon to happen; others came unexpectedly, without warning. Regardless of when and how they occurred, these loved ones are gone, and I must venture into 2025 without them.

What God says in His word about people, life and death, and eternal matters resonated in my thoughts. Loved ones will one day cease to be because life is limited and death is sure. We must make a decision about where we will spend our eternity.

Jesus Christ assures us that God is the only eternal One, who will never grow tired or weak, cease to be, or stop loving us. He is the only One we should have complete confidence in as we journey into 2025. He is the only sure thing that will never change.

When loss does occur, we must make changes, adopt new mindsets, and follow new protocols or ways of doing things; my sister was the one who drove me to all events. The publishing of my book has halted, so the process is pushed back. I haven’t looked at the manuscript since November. It’s okay because I needed to be sad, grieve, and think about my sister. Lord willing (I now say), I will resume in January, because I did not know 2024 would end in such a way. We can, however, acknowledge the Lord’s sovereignty, continue with our plans, and move forward confidently if we’ve made the Lord our refuge and secured our eternity.

So, with that said, here are two brief excerpts from my upcoming book, each from a different chapter.

Excerpt:

“We learn how Joseph worked as a carpenter to care for his wife and family. Jesus was their eldest child, but they had more children. Mark 6:3 (also in Matthew), tells us that Jesus had four younger brothers and at least two sisters. The sisters’ names have been preserved, but the brothers were called James (in the Hebrew, Jacob), Joses (in the Hebrew, Joseph, after his father), Simon, and Judas or Juda (also known as Jude)…”

And, later…

“Eventually, my eldest sisters followed mom and continued hosting the home and community bible clubs. My oldest sister, Chris, put the best spin on it to me by incorporating a puppet show in the clubs. She did shows at home and eventually began using a friend’s church building to host them. The children came and loved it. It had a significant impact on them! Of course, my sisters distributed goodie treats and juice each week, and there were Bible contests and games with prizes. So, it was my mother who instilled in us a love for God and His word, a compassion for children, and the importance of inviting others to receive Jesus Christ into their lives.”

We see here that Jesus too had siblings and understood the whole family dynamic; He felt the same love for His loved ones as we do for ours.

Be blessed until next time. Happy New Year! 🙂

Excerpt from Upcoming Book

Hello fellow bloggers, subscribers, and friends. I’m sharing another excerpt from my upcoming book, which I hope to publish by January 2025. Check out all three excerpts in August, September, and now, October.

Excerpt:

“We should have knowledge about and reflect upon these blessings that are given to all believers at the moment of our salvation. They come with divine authority from a graceful God. Knowing these should help us form a correct concept about who God is, how He is, and what He does. We’re now enabled to think and act differently, according to God’s kingdom and not this world. Our spiritual and natural self-esteem should bolster. Also, meditating on these blessings will remove doubt and fear as we experience failure, persecution, temptation, and trials. Having this status in God’s kingdom helps us not to shrink back, just as Paul and the saints in Ephesus did not. We should sense such closeness to God, who loves and cares for His children. We should feel wanted by Him.

No one goes through such in-depth detail, planning, and giving of themselves without wanting you to be a part. If you do not feel accepted or worthy, ask God to remove any mental blocks that are prohibiting you from believing these blessings are now for you. You don’t have to work to earn them. Ask Him to cleanse your psyche of any assessments, stereotypes, or opinions applied to your life that came from you and what you did, or family, friends, neighbors, coworkers, the law, the psychiatrist, social worker, preacher, priest, teacher, social media, television, magazines, etc.—whoever.

Let’s close this chapter with one of Paul’s most befitting prayers in Ephesians 1:15-23, asking for the Lord’s help to shift our perspective on who we are now in Christ. We begin with, ‘Praise to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us...'”

[Copyright © 2024 by Eleanor D. Parks]

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Thanks and remain blessed until next time! 🙂