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Lewis C. Gilzeane

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Servant,Son,Husband,Father. Minister of the Gospel. Loving and living to fulfill that great commission. "Be careful for nothing ." Phil. 4:6

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I voted! Let’s get to the polls. by @gilly_goddy

Celebrating our Senior Pastor Benjamin T. Hailey Sr and our Assistant Pastor Yuvette Hailey! by @gilly_goddy

“Let no one say when he is tempted, “I am tempted by God”; for God cannot be tempted by evil, nor does He Himself tempt anyone.”
‭‭James‬ ‭1‬:‭13‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

God never entices us to evil. We cannot place His name on a decision that contradicts His character.

An available opportunity is not automatically a divine opportunity. Something can be accessible and still be wrong. Something can feel good and still lead us away from God. by @gilly_goddy

#Exodus 14:10–31
“I wanted a bridge but God gave me a way!”

Lord, forgive us for limiting Your answers to our expectations. When we cannot see a path, help us trust Your presence. When we do not understand Your method, help us obey Your direction. When You open a way through difficulty, give us courage to walk faithfully. Deepen our faith, and let our lives bear witness to Your saving power. In Jesus’ name, Amen. by @gilly_goddy

This Clergy Appreciation Month, I honor our Senior Pastor and Assistant Pastor—my spiritual parents in the gospel.

Thank you for your patience, faithful teaching, and commitment to my spiritual growth. Your encouragement, correction, and example continue to shape my walk with Christ and my service in ministry.

I am grateful for your love and the time you invest in helping others grow. May God renew your strength and bless you as you continue to pour into His people. You are loved and appreciated! 💜🙏🏾

#ClergyAppreciationMonth #SpiritualParents #Grateful by @gilly_goddy

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WOW!! Our firstborn is 19! 🎉💙👑

Happy 19th Birthday to our Jordan “Jojo”! 🥹

Watching you grow from our baby boy into the young man you are today has been one of our greatest blessings. We are so proud of you, Jordan — your growth, your heart, your accomplishments, and everything that’s ahead of you.

No matter how grown you get, you’ll always be our baby boy and Alan’s big brother. 🥹💙

19… whew! Another year, another chapter, and even bigger blessings ahead.

We love you more than words could ever say, Jojo. Keep God first, keep dreaming BIG, and keep becoming everything He created you to be.

Happy 19th Birthday, Jordan! 🎉💙

Love always,
Mommy, Daddy & Alan 💙

#Happy19thBirthday #JordanJojo #OurFirstborn #Chapter19 #BlessedAndChosen by @gilly_goddy

Holy Week! by @gilly_goddy

Day 39 – Testifying: From Unforgiving to Forgiven and Forgiving
Scriptures: Psalm 107:2; Philippians 4:4
Devotional Thought:
One sign of true release is the ability to testify. “Let the redeemed of the Lord say so.” Your story—moving from unforgiveness to forgiveness—will encourage others and glorify God. Joy is often completed when we share what God has done.
Reflection:
1. How has God moved you along the path from unforgiveness toward forgiveness in these 40 days?
2. Who might need to hear a part of your story?
Prayer:
“Lord, thank You for what You have done in me. Give me boldness and wisdom to share my testimony for Your glory and others’ freedom. In Jesus’ name, amen.” by @gilly_goddy

Day 38 – Joyful Release and New Identity
Scriptures: 2 Corinthians 5:17; Colossians 3:1–4
Devotional Thought:
You are a new creation in Christ. Your identity is no longer “the wounded one,” “the betrayed one,” or “the angry one.” The Year of Joyful Release is a year of stepping fully into your new identity—hidden with Christ in God, defined by His love, not by others’ sin.
Reflection:
1. What labels have you carried that are rooted in your wounds?
2. What new identity statements from Scripture can you claim instead?
Prayer:
“Jesus, I receive my identity as a new creation. I lay down old labels and put on the new self, created in Your likeness. Let joy arise from my new identity. Amen.” by @gilly_goddy

Day 37 – Reconciling Where Possible
Scriptures: Romans 12:18; 2 Corinthians 5:18–19
Devotional Thought:
You are called to the ministry of reconciliation, but reconciliation is not always possible or wise. “As far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.” Sometimes the
reconciliation is internal, before God. Other times, God may open a door to restore a relationship in some measure.
Reflection:
1. Is there a relationship where God might be inviting you to a step of peace (a
conversation, a message, a blessing)?
2. What would “as far as it depends on you” look like in that case?
Prayer:
“Lord, show me where and how to pursue reconciliation, when it is safe and wise. Let me be a peacemaker led by Your Spirit. Amen.” by @gilly_goddy

Day 36 – Releasing Yourself from Self-Hatred
Scriptures: 1 John 3:20–21; Philippians 1:6
Devotional Thought:
Sometimes the hardest person to forgive is yourself. You may replay your own failures and punish yourself inwardly. Yet God, who knows everything, is greater than your condemning heart. He is not finished with you. Letting go includes releasing yourself into His mercy.
Reflection:
1. What mistakes or sins do you continually beat yourself up over?
2. Can you speak over yourself today: “God is not done with me yet”?
Prayer:
“Father, I forgive myself for [name it]. I place my failures under the blood of Jesus. I agree with Your mercy instead of my self-hatred. In Jesus’ name, amen.” by @gilly_goddy