What Do YOU Want In 2009?
When I first typed the question on the page I thought to myself, “How unfair to ask people to list a personal desire. It may be self centered or selfish to appear to only think of ones self, especially in times like these”. But notice I used the word “appear”. The truth is, we cannot attain anything – until we know what the thing IS we want to attain.
It might seem trivial to some to hear others ask for an automobile. However, what makes it trivial to “some” is because they already have a decent, dependable mode of transportation. They have forgotten how frustrating it is for some to be without something they now take for granted.
Also, I’m sure we all have heard about the New Year’s resolution. I’ve made several over the years. Some say we should not make them if we do not intend to keep them. They say our failing to keep last years resolution should be the indictment that we should not make another we may not keep.
To all that type of thinking I say – hogwash! It is precisely the fact that we keep praying, keep asking and keep making resolutions that reveal something unique about us. It is the fact that we keep trying to be better, And the more we try, and maybe fail – the more we seek other ways to succeed.
Therefore we (on this site) do not judge the request or resolution – we merely PRAY for you to receive.
The Question: What Do You Want in 2009?
I want the singing career that God has promised to come into fruition to the fullest so that I can bring the Gospel to those that are meant to hear what thus said the Lord through my voice.
Thanks for asking Pastor
Pastor, to answer your question, what do I want in 2009. The answer is I want more of God in my life and I want to see the promises of God come to pass in my life. The Lord has been soooo good to me this year and I know he will continue to keep me. I indeed believe 2009 in a year of Harvest and that God is going to show His power in this coming year like we haven’t seen.
Here’s what I want in 2009. I want 2 be financially stabled 2 take care of me & my friend’s needs & have finances left over, 2 play my drums (timbales [tim baah lees], congas, & bongos) with my big brother & Jazz artist-Brian O’Neal, 2 finally meet my younger twin brothers-Xcedera: Alvin & Calvin (www.myspacec.com/xcederamusicgroup), & 2 finally find my older brother whom I’ve been lookin’ 4 since 1991, Arthur Moore. Then, will I be at peace. That’s just 2 name a few of my favorite people & much needed other things.
Rayko a.k.a. R&B: 1 of the funkiest drummers & percussion players since Sheila E.!
A closer walk with the Lord, more faith in Him, Favor. In 2007-2008 we was struggled financially but in 2009 we are trusting God for finances
MONEY this year 2009 not only for myself buy to help other ministies and complete the project that the Lord has given me. My children and grandchildren saved sisters and little brother saved. nices and nephew saved. Cousins Jean saved. I really want to be a soul winner for the Lord. And to teach to His people the word of the Lord with faith boldness and deliverance, freedom in spirit with salvation and love. and to sing with his anointed to uplift, save, encouraged, strengten, bless, etc, to Glorify, All
Honor goes to the Lord. Just to bless His names and in His name. The name of Jesus. trusting God healing in my liver, neck, thyroid, pain in both knees, left arm, headace. granddaughter (myshia) depressed, bloodcloug in head, headace, arm weakness left arm. pray for healing for my family alisia, steve. heal Lucretia back, headace, sleepness night, depressed, neck, foot, weight she put because of the car accident it causes lots of pain to her body. I am belive God will heal there body this coming year 2009. they suffered all 2007-2008. No healing 2009. I been suffering since 2000. asthma too. No. 2009 healing for me as well. Father in heaven healing for my family.
What I want in 2009? It is really hard to say but, I have an idea and that is I want to be in my rightful place with God. I also would like to see in 2009 my husband employed by the company that God has designed for him with the desires of Leonard’s (husband) heart. I want each of my family members to be closer to Jesus. My son (Michael) to be blessed with a full academic scholarship and him to graduate at the top of his class in 2010 from High school. I also want in 2009 each and every promise that God has for me and each believer of Christ. Thank Pastor and Lady Montgomery for allow us the people of God to express our wants and desires for the year 2009. May the Blessings of God and The Love of Jesus Christ continue to bless Abundant Life Cathedral and your family Pastor Montgomery, With Love, Erika Brown
Dear Pastor Ed Montgomery,
I first want to thank you for being an awesome man of God and a great deliver of his word. Every week you inspire and uplift me to be able to face the challenges of this world and the daily battles we face in life. Pastor Ed my family and I are going through some trying and scary times in our lives right now. I’m in a situation where I’ve lost $400.00 a month from my pay check due to my company changing their payroll policies which has resulted in me being unable to pay my whole tithe, monthly credit card bills, medical bills, buy enough groceries, and sometimes even gas.
Things are so stressful now because the creditors are calling everyday, sending threatening letters and some are even trying to sue me. I wake up every day wanting this nightmare to be over with so bad. My heart is so heavily burdened and my mind is always racing trying to find a way out. It’s not that I wanted to stop paying my bills I just couldn’t afford it anymore. I felt that it was more important to put clothes on my kids back, food on the table and keep a roof over our heads. I even thought about filing bankruptcy to protect our home and keep us from being sued and having any judgments placed on my bank account, but under the new law they say I make to much a month and would have to file a chapter 13 but I can’t afford those payments either.
Well Pastor Ed I’m Going to be completely honest and tell you What I REALLY want in 2009 is for GOD to bless us financially to get out of debt with our creditors, pay off our mortgage, bless my marriage and my moms as well, leave my job and this schedule that keeps me separated from my family for days at a time before they lay us off, give a million dollars to the church to be used in any capacity you see fit, pay the whole 10% of my tithes, cook and be blessing to people with food and gift giving. You see we have a small catering business that is not being used for the purpose for which it was meant, it was the reason we built the house. The catering kitchen sits behind the house and at the time the house was being built the builder allowed us to add the kitchen, which made the cost of the house increase tremendously. I have lost my desire to cater I just want the freedom and flexibility to be a blessing to those who really have a need through food, be a mom to our children which is something I haven’t had the ability to do for 17 years due to working off shifts like 2nd and 3rd shift which has resulted in a lot of precious time lost with them, a wife to my husband he’s waited so patiently for us to have more quality time together and be a real family. Last but not least I would love to bless my mom to retire and enjoy the later years of her life, she does so much for so many and never asks for anything in return. You may ask how do I expect God to do all of this with no source of income, well I’m a part of a lottery pool and our group have been playing for some time now and I pray that god would bless our group to win the mega. I see groups winning quite frequently and if he can do it for them he can also do it for us.
Dear Pastor Ed Montgomery,
I want to start by saying to all who read this email, believe in God’s Power to answer prayers. I had a serious talk with God one day regarding what I wanted from him and what I was willing to give up if he answered my prayers. Then one day God sent me in the direction of ALC several years ago. I have been truly blessed ever since. What I’m asking of God in 2009 is to continue allowing me to feel so good about what he has already done in my life. It is amazing how I can feel God’s protection all around me. I also pray and ask God to continue blessing my new business http://www.casanomar.com and my photography business in 2009. This way I can continue to be a blessing to people I don’t know and give back to the community through my “Gift of Love”. I believe in giving back and continue to pray we as people can capture that community family closeness once again. Finally, teach not judge people by who we think they are before we have spoken one word to them.
PS. I ask my ALC family to pray for me and I will do the same for you.
I just Thank God Almighty, My Provider for letting me see the day! My list is as follows:
*I pray for continued good health.
*I pray for continued sound mind.
*I plan to retire within a few months and I pray the wealth I am to recieve will contently sustain me throughout my latter years.
*I pray for stronger tithes and offering.
*I pray for a God-fearing, compassionate, loving tender, wealthly marriage.
*I pray that when I am ready to go back to work after sitting down a few months that the employment is prosperious.
Happy New Year and God Bless you all Pastor Ed, Lady Minister Saundra and family!!!! C U in 2009….The Year of Harvest! Luv ya much!
I would like to have the harvest of my invention becoming reality (prototype) and the 2.5 things left from my list of 2005 and the continuing peace I have because I trusted,trust and I’m trusting in Him. God Bless, Happy New Year
We are missionaries in Germany and this year 2008 in July, we planted Living Hope International Ministy and Church in Germany. This is already a registered ministry under the German law under registration number VR Nr.6228
Our vision is reaching out and Enriching lives.
We intend to do this by
- Reaching out to the lost,(Evangelism)
- Train them to be effective Christians (Descipleship)
We are praying,believing God and looking for Partners to support us with the Initial church planting Budget of 100,000 Euros. (This amount will go to the purchase of ministry equipments, renting a hall for services and offices and doing renovations.)
As we enter into this New year, we stand upon this Scriptures below as we believe God to empower us and enable us to see this vision come to pass.
- John 15:7
- Habakkuk 2:2-4
-1 Chronicles 4:10
Pastor Ed, thank you for standing with us to see this vision come to pass and we hope to host you some day to minister in Germany.
God bless.
In Christ´s Service.
Pastor Maxwell.
IN 2009, THERE IS SO MUCH I WANT BUT ALL I NEED IS CONSISTENCY, STABILITY, AND HAPPINESS WHICH MAY SEE LIKE ITS ALOT BUT ITS SIMPLE…..WHAT EVER IT MAY BE THAT MAY MAKE THESE THINGS HAPPEN OR CONTINUE TO HAPPEN WILL BE A BLESSING TO RECIEVE…. HE HAS BEEN SO GOOD TO ME SO I DONT WANT TO BE GREEDY BUT 2009 HAS TO BE A YEAR OF INCREASE AND PROSPERITY….BECAUSE PASTOR ED PREACHES ITS THE YEAR OF THE HARVEST AND I BELIEVE IT WITH ALL THE FAITH THAT IS WITHIN ME
I am a pastors wife and we have been believing God for a child. The doctor said no but i know God says yes. We have tried everything and now we are souly putting our trust in God. Please stand with my husband and I as we trust in God to do the impossible. We will continue to raise you and your people up in prayer.
What do I want in 2009? First, I would like to say thank you to Abundant Life Cathedral, and the ALC family for being so kind to me. You all have truly been an inspiration in my life.
First, I would like for the New Year to bring prosperity and success to all that I surround myself with, my friends, and business partners.
I hope 2009 brings great joy to my twin brother, his wife, and their new born baby, Mazzy Katherine Hodgson.
I hope to overcome my addiction to cigarettes in 2009 and exercise more.
I will learn to better budget for 2009 and build financial freedom for the future.
I also hope to complete another successful year toward my BFA in 2009.
I think that’s all for now.. Thank You Pastor, and I hope you and your family have a prosperous 2009.
Each year my new years resolution remains the consistent. All I want is to be able to do more for others than I was able to do last year.
All I want for 2009 is to be happy and tofinally make a decision which I should have made many many many years ago. To leave my husband of 35 yrs who has been so tormentive to me, my kids, my mother and my friends with his mental abuse. To walk away and totally commit myself to the ministry and to fullfill my passion to write with all purpose intended for Gods will. God bless to all who read and all who love the lord and to the many who will receive Jesus as their Lord and Saviour for a blessed New Year full of Prosperity, Faith, Peace and Joy in the presence of his wonderful and awesome love and gifts…
Dr. Montgomery, I have to say that I don’t need anything material. That Lord has blessed me with all I need. I can’t ask for more. I can – but I choose not to.
This year “08″ has been a great year, however very challenging. I have a great family life. My wife is the best. There is nothing like her. My son is great. I have just been dealing with some personal issues. No one can fix this but Jesus. I know that there is a calling on my life however I have had some spiritual struggles this past year. I don’t know to go left or right. My prayer is to come out in 09. I am sick and tired of being sick and tired. At times I feel very heavy. So heavy that it is almost unbareable.
Two years ago, It was nothing for me sense the presence of God. Lately I have had a hard time feeling His presence. I know that He hasn’t moved, it is me. I have purposed to move forwarded this year with destiny and strong faith.
That’s my prayer. I don’t need material things. I need Jesus. This year is the year I wll break forth like the morning, In Jesus Name!!!!!
Dr. Ed, please pray for divine health, peace, financial stability, ministry restoration, a marriage that’s closer & stronger than ever that will not be easily broken and that can withstand the wiles of the devil and that the unhealthy relationships that would try to come against us will be destroyed and brought to judgement; to an end in Jesus Name.
Pstor Ed, please pray for my familly and I to have outstanding health (to continue helping others), Peace (to think clearly at all times), An Abundance in financial stability (to bless the less fortunate and help ALC in it’s duties), my marriage to keep growing closer, stringer, more fun (to be an example for the young and the old), for my enemies (so that they will believe in him as I do and change from their was), for wisdom (to choose the right path in all chioces of my daily life), for time and leisure (so I may be more useful to God and my beloved church family), for me to quit smoking completely forever by the power in his name (so I may leave a long life to be here to help build a legacy and a way for my children and my children’s children.
I thank you and love you and your family. May god keep you and your family continuely wrapped in his loving arms for you are my mentor.
Hi Pastor Ed,
I thank you for this medium you have here to communicate with us, its truly a blessing to interact openly about God’s word!
What i want in 2009 are:
God’s purpose in my life to manifest so i can do his work.
Debt free: pay off my car note and credit card bills.
Buy first home, have our wedding and a Baby this year.
For financial stability and outstanding health in my family.
I pray that God grants us our heart desires this year and may his perfect will be done in my family and your family Pastor, AMEN!
I pray for world peace and peace for the Obama’s…….with that life will all be good……
Hi Pastor Ed!
There are many things that I would like to manifest this year. The most important is for me to have the mind of Christ I desire to see God just simply do the miraculous in my life. I know God wants to bless me more than even I do! You’ve always taught us that the world is looking for a demonstration of God’s power in our lives.
I want to see Job 22:38 become a reality in my life throughout 2009: Thou shall declare and decree a thing and it shall be established unto you. And God will shine His light upon thy path! (paraphrased)
May God continue to anoint you to do His Will.
What I want for 2009 – is for God to answer the prayers of all these lovely saints who responded to your blog. May God’s Holy Spirit just descend upon each of us, giving us revelation and knowledge for the days ahead. May the Precious Blood of Jesus cover each one of us to seal and protect us. May our steps remain ordered of the Lord and may His angels lead and direct our paths. May the year 2009 be a year of thankfulness and gratitude from all of us to our loving Heavenly Father and as we praise our God, His blessing will come down. Be blessed! Do your best and believe God for the rest! In Jesus Name – amen!
Hi Pastor. First I would like to thank you for being who you are. Even though you may not no me you move something in my heart and my spirit and I thank you for that because I needed it. When it got hard for me to get to church my commitment got rattled. I was discouraged. I thought that if I couldnt get to church to hear the word and learn the word that the word would not be in me and i was wrong. thats where you came in. the last service i was able to make it you said something was about to happen in my life as long as i had the faith of a mustard seed. For a while the devil had tricked me and then I kept hearing AS LONG AS YOU HAVE FAITH. At first I did not listen but my God has revealed himself to me and this year in 2009 I am committed to growing in my faith, learning the word of God and taking everything that is not like him out of me. My God takes care of me even though sometimes my work is not of Him and I am committed to changing that. I want to be favorable in His sight. I want Him to be proud to have as His child. I WANT TO BE A LIVING SANCTUARY! God bless you Pastor and Sister Saundra to.
Good afternoon Mr. Pastor Ed,
I want to thank you and Sister Saundra for always being there for me and keep me in your prayers. I’m not sure if you never received the link to view the pictures taken during 9am services you asked to see. I did send the link to one of the e-mail addresses on the ALC website but the e-mail kept getting returned undeliverable. If not, here are the directions needed to see all pictures taken at those services listed below.
Click on the link below and enter username and password (case sensitive). This is the only way to view these pictures. You cannot view them by going to http://www.casanomar.com
Username: alc
Password: ALC
http://www.casanomar.com/alc/alc-pix.php
God bless,
Sonny James
Casa Nomar
http://www.casanomar.com
I Celebrate the accomplishment of practicing on the keyboard for 6 months. I am growing into being a more well rounded gospel artist. Thanks, Dr. Montgomery
I want to grow spirtually
I want to have a successful business
I want to find my place in ministry and be doing it
I want to be totally set free in my emotions
I want to become a better musician
I want to buy a home for my kids and I
I want to become financially independent
I what to give more to the kingdom
What I want in 2009, is to have manifested in me and operating through me, the exceeding greatness of the power of God. I want to walk in oneness with God, that when His heart is grieved, mine it to; and that I may know what is on the heart of God. I want discernment to be so sharp, that I can spot and realize immediately what is happening. More intimacy with the Master. I want more revelation knowledge and wisdom. I want to experience the depths of the Father’s love as He fills me with compassion to reach out to a hurting and a dying world. a want a passion for lost souls. I just want more of Him!!
This year in 2009 I want to grow more in God and to walk more Close to him stay in the word and pray more or should I say stay on my face. And seek what God has for me this year I know he wanted to do it last year but I was not ready I can truly say that I’m ready and what ever God has for me this year I’m will to do go or say I just want to be to totally use by God this year. I’m just saying what ever this cost I lost everything I can do nothing but just gain and this year is my year to gain and do what every the Lord will have me to do. It’s time to go another level in God and get all what he has for me in 2009.
This 2009 year I want a lower house payment from 1148 to 800 a month .I want to open up my own business van transportation . I want to work just one job that will meet all my needs with a overflow I would to open my own church or hear the call that God is pleased with where I’m right know Or get me the sign that I should stay with my Pastor and see His vision come to pass.I pray that I would be Bless to take my wife on vacation this year Most of all I want to get closer to the Lord this 2009 year. I,m thankful to God for blessing me with my first home.
This year I want to grow more in god, and be more rooted in his word. I want to work on to him what ever I do and where ever I go to work.
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