2008

Soldiers In Your Cup

It was early one Saturday morning. I went to take my first sip of coffee and couldn’t believe my eyes! Floating to the top were little green plastic army men! My two little snaggle-tooth girls began to giggle as they sang, “The best part of waking up is ‘soldiers’ in your cup!” We had a wonderful morning with lots of giggling and fun. Rachel and Rebecca made my day on that morning – as they have every morning. Those soldiers weren’t in their usual place, but they sure did a service by the laughter and joy they gave us that day!

As Christians, we are often referred to as soldiers. We consider the “usual place” for soldiers as continually on the front lines of battle, but that is not always the case. Soldiers have “rotations” where they will be in battle for a period of time, and then they are relieved by other troops coming in. But even the troops that are sent home still have work to do. They clean their weapons, repack their mobility bags, and prepare for the next battle. They also take leave – time off. Don’t feel guilty if you are not on the front lines at the moment. God must have relieved you to give you a time to rest and prepare for the next battle. Have some fun, help somebody else out, and get ready for the next battle. Trust me – it’s coming.

till next time…
Sally

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Fashionably Late

Well once again we are fashionably late with our article. By the time we get this written it will time to do another one. The reason that we do this is because we know that Deon and his staff really don't have enough to do as it is. It is part of our mission and ministry to keep Deon busy trying to track us down! Ha Ha!

If you have been keeping up with our schedule you know that keeping up with The King's Heralds can be a challenge. Many times our own families have a hard time keeping up with us! We have spent the last three weeks in Florida. It sure feels good down there this time of year and also they have some good gospel concerts going on there as well. Our trip to Florida started out in Rome, Ga. at the city auditorium where we sang with our friends The Inspirations. It was sure good to see Martin Cook and all the boys. They never sounded better. A special thanks to all the fine folks who bought tickets and made that concert a success. From there we headed south to enjoy some Florida sunshine. One highlight of our trip was when we sang in Avon Park, Fl. Our former bass singer's mother lives there and it has been a long standing tradition with the group that when the quartet was in town she would fix supper for the boys. She did not disappoint us in the least. She fixed a tasty meal and w e were blessed with good food and fellowship.While on that trip it was good to see our good friends George and Lois Wilson. We sang at their home church New Fellowship Baptist and had the time of our lives. Thank you to that wonderful church for being so gracious to the Kings' Heralds. We love you! Also on that trip it was good to see Bob and Anita Vandegrift. They have been special friends for quite some time and we love them very much. Also Dick and Jane Truitt from Ohio were there and it was good reconnect with as well our DJ buddy Dee Cooper.

Next month we head out to the Pacific Northwest and California. We gotta keep the old wheels rollin. Please check our schedule at http://www.theheralds.org and come see us when we are in your area. We have some exciting things uo ahead that we will be sharing a bit later. Until then we'll see ya down the road.

King's Heralds
http://www.theheralds.org

Step Back On The Rock

Have you ever found yourself standing in an uncomfortable, precarious situation and as you consider your predicament you reflect on the fact that you had been standing on a firm foundation prior to the decision you made to step in the direction that had left you feeling vulnerable, discouraged and defeated? Sure you have and so have we all, at many times in our lives. Wouldn't it be wonderful to have the perceptive ability to see or know the outcomes of our decisions, good or bad before we actually commit to the choices we make. Well we all know that if this were possible we wouldn't make the choices and mistakes we make but then,,, are they always mistakes? I have found that, in many cases, they are in fact lessons learned so that I may share with someone else who may profit from my experiences or bad judgment.

Three Bridges will soon release to radio a new song entitled, "Step Back On The Rock", that addresses this very issue. After some choices, you can't always "go back" or get a "do over." But, as a believer in Christ, you can ALWAYS step back on the rock, Christ Jesus! He is always steadfast and secure. What a song, what a message. We have been performing it live for the past three weeks and the response has been overwhelming. Standing ovation after standing ovation occur for our Lord! After four to five bars into the song, people are already on their feet. This is the first time I have ever witnessed such a powerful response to a brand new song or unheard prior to our performance at a particular venue. We can't wait for you, our fans and friends to hear it. You're going to love it, I promise.

We are closing in on the final production of our new recording and to say that we are excited would be an enormous understatement. This and the fact that God has been using our ministry in such a wonderful way has left us feeling euphoric about the blessings ahead in 2008. If we could sum up our programs in one word, it would be "anointed."
We and many others, have truly been blessed with the anointing of the Holy Spirit throughout our programs.

To those of you who haven't heard Scott's incredible testimony of God's delivering and redeeming power, let me say that I hope you do soon. My personal testimony was and is expressed in the song I wrote entitled, "You Had Your Hand On Me" and I find myself sharing this almost on a daily basis with someone. Elliott also shares one of the most incredible testimonies of faith and trust for those who may question their gifts of giving to the ministry. It is truly amazing how God has directed our lives and placed us together as a ministry team for His Glory. Of course, there are other 3B's team members helping grow this ministry beyond our wildest imagination such s our immediate families, our friends, the Curnutte family, Rick Sandidge, Roger Holmes, our personal church families and on and on and on. There are so many people stepping up to work with us that it is difficult to list them all. We thank each and every pastor and church where we have ministered. Their endorsement, trust and blessings are not taken lightly.

Be sure to check out our schedule and get week by week updates and photos on our web site, http://www.threebridges.net .

Hope to see you soon,

Eddy Bolton
http://www.threebridges.net

Count It All Joy

Hi! This is Steve from Shiloh,

The song “Count It All Joy” is my latest attempt at songwriting. While traveling back to Texas after a weekend in Nebraska, I had just finished my driving shift and was trying to settle down in my bunk to get some sleep. Earlier that afternoon, during my quiet time, I had read through the Epistle of James. This is a good example of a general letter, because it is addressed to Christians scattered throughout the Roman Empire. Though written as a letter, it is more like a short book of instructions for daily living.

For James, faith means action! In fact, the entire book is a series of examples that show faith in action in wise and practical ways. His advice was clear and to the point. If you are poor, don’t despair! Don’t give up when your faith is being tested. Don’t get angry quickly. Don’t favor the rich over the poor. Do good things for others. Control your tongue and desires. Surrender to God and rely on His wisdom. Resist the devil. Don’t brag about what you are going to do. If you are rich, use your money to help the poor. Be patient and kind, and pray for those who need God’s help.

Verse 2 of Chapter 1 was the verse that stuck in my mind for rest of the day and well into the night. It says, “My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials.” After tossing and turning for what seemed like an hour, I emerged from my bunk and gathered up a spiral notebook, a pencil, and my guitar and headed to the back of the bus. Earlier that day, the guys and I had been discussing the songs for the new album and realized that we needed an up-beat, energetic – what I call a “barn-burner” – type of song.

As I began to recall various things in my life that had not gone the way I planned, I began to write down some thoughts. Over the next hour or so, the Lord gave me the words and the melody of this song that simply reminds us to count it all joy!! “Go” reminded me that faith endures trials. Trials come and go, but a strong faith will face them head-on and develop endurance. Trials make us stronger. Faith understands temptations. So many times we are too quick to react to trials that God brings our way. If we will simply trust God to bring us through our trails and temptations, He will make us stronger in the long run.

The next morning, Brian and I flew out to Ashville, North Carolina, to meet with our producer, Roger Talley, and the studio musicians to lay down the music tracks for the new album. It was exciting to have this song, which began as some devotional thoughts during my quiet time, turn into a “barn-burner” track just a couple of days later. Check it out on our new CD Passion for the Mission. When you get to #5, “Count it all Joy”, you better tighten your seat belt. Also, I’m not responsible if you get a speeding ticket while listening to this song!!! If you do - Count it all Joy!!

Shiloh
http://www.shilohnet.com

Daron Farmer

Well when I think back on the past 12 months since we started this project I see the hand of God without a doubt. He has led us through so many doors, that to the natural eye would seem to be impossible, but with his hand of favor and direction my families life has been ordered. The title to this album really says it all. ONE GOOD REASON, it is my conviction that once we as musician's and or singers loose focus of why we do what we do just BECAUSE we can do it, we have stepped into a place were God is no longer in control. This means we must depend on our strength, talent, gifts, and ability to help us through everyday life not just in ministry. Well quite frankly I do not like that position. You see I have learned in ministry that it is the ANNOINTING that lifts every burden and destroys every yoke.

When Saul needed a change in his Life he called for David to play his music, but this went a lot deeper than just David strumming his harp. What Saul did not understand was it was the Anointing on David that caused the change in his atmosphere not David's talent. This is why every time David left, the spirit Saul was facing always came back and as a result Saul never experienced the total change in his heart he was longing for. You see in order for lives to change we as singers and musicians must keep focus that JESUS truly is the ONE GOOD REASON to do the ministry we do. Whether we are in front of thousands, or just by our self, one who humbles himself and is dependant on the Holy spirit will always get JESUS to show up where ever you need him. My prayer is your spirit be st ired this year knowing you still have still have ONE GOOD REASON to keep taking one step at a time knowing God will be right there with you. May the Lord bless you and keep in all you do.

Daron Farmer
http://www.daronfarmer.com

A Slippery Patch

Hey, guys and gals, Janice wanted me to let everyone know that she is not having an article this month. Her husband, Bruce, fell on the ice in St Louis, last Tuesday evening and broke his hip. Apparently it wasn't a pretty sight. She had to get help just to get him in the car to get him to the hospital. I'm not sure why Bruce called Janice instead of an ambulance first, but he didn't so he waited in the freezing cold for 30 minutes before Janice could get to him. Janice has never claimed that Bruce was the brightest bulb in the lamp, but she loves him anyway.

So on Wednesday morning, Bruce had hip surgery needing three pins to put his hip back together. Janice says that between going from work to the hospital, because she has to stay there until they chase her out, she just didn't get her article done this month. She also says that because Bruce is such a "good" patient that he is running her ragged the whole time she is there. I just cannot imagine Bruce being that kind of patient, he seems so kind and full of patience. He is such a nice guy.

Well, Janice assures me that she will be back next month writing her usual exciting, inspiring, and astounding article. She may even give all the gory details about Bruce's accident. Be sure to keep Bruce and Janice in your prayer. I'm sure that both of them are going to need it.

Deon