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ADS FOR THIS ISSUE International Day—Page 8 ICBM Conference—Page 10 Global Day of Prayer—Page 13 National Day of Prayer—Page 14 Page 7 February Breakthrough, 2006 A Letter from Drs. Stennis Remember the meaning of Resurrection Sunday. Page 15 Current Events Page 14 National Day of Prayer Page 3 Photo Credit: At the Cross, in silhouette. Page 2—The Set Times
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Page 3 A Letter from Drs. Stennis
Remember the meaning of
Resurrection Sunday.
Page 4 The Doctorate Ceremony for
Pastors Curt and Linda Stennis
Highlights from the ceremony.
Page 7 February Breakthrough, 2006
Page 9 Having An Azusa Outpouring In
The Last Days
Karl Adair gives commentary on
the Azusa Street Revivals and its
impact today.
Page 11 Missions Report
Our missions update from Pastor
Nicholas Juste of Port-au-Prince
Haiti.
Page 12 Fasting—”What, When and
How”
Drs. Stennis gives wisdom on
Fasting.
Page 14 National Day of Prayer
Page 15 Current Events
ADS FOR THIS ISSUE
International Day—Page 8
ICBM Conference—Page 10
Global Day of Prayer—Page 13
National Day of Prayer—Page 14
Photo Credit: At the Cross, in silhouette.
Page 2—The Set Times
Drs. Curtis and Linda Stennis
Executive Editors
Gwendolyn Brown
Layout, Art Work and
Photography
Article Transcription
Jully Reynolds
Article Submission
Karl Adair
Cover Art Work
Curtis Stennis
Gwendolyn Brown
IStockphoto.com
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Additional Graphics
Azusa Centennial Website
www.azusastreet100.net
National Day of Prayer
www.nationaldayofprayer.org
St. Thomas Christian College
www.greatereducation.com
Global Day of Prayer
www.waymakers.org
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THE SET TIMES Dear Friends and Partners,
This month everyone in the
world gets another opportunity
to celebrate the most important
event of all history, the Death,
Burial, and Resurrection of
Jesus Christ. It is impossible
to celebrate without taking a
view of these historical events.
Mel Gibson’s The Passion of
the Christ is probably the
closest depiction ever
produced for film that will
help all people appreciate the
meaning of Easter. The
celebration of Palm Sunday
takes us back to the account of
Jesus’ triumphant entry into
Jerusalem (Luke 19).
The somber day we call Good Friday depicts Jesus before Pilate and the
harsh death sentence handed down by the Roman officials. Though his
punishment was brutal and inhuman,
His death was an intentional divine
strategy of victory for all mankind
(Luke 23).
On Resurrection Sunday the
celebration will conclude with singing
and discussion, rejoicing over this
Jubilee event! We will reflect on the
rolled back stone, the abandoned grave
clothes, an empty tomb, and a RISEN
Savior (Luke 24)!
When motion picture films are viewed
and the scriptures are read, we all must
concur that Jesus’ life and death are
beyond the greatest story ever told.
May you and your family reflect and
rejoice during this special season.
Drs. Curtis and Linda Stennis
Isaiah 53:5
But he was wounded and crushed for our sins. He was beaten that we
might have peace. He was whipped, and we were healed!
(New Living Translation)
Page 3—The Set Times
An historic event occurred at Salvation and
Deliverance on Sunday, February 12, 2006.
Dr. Zamekio Jackson, president of Saint
Thomas Christian College of Jacksonville,
Florida was sent by the Board of regents to
confer the doctor or divinity degree upon
Pastors Curt and Linda Stennis.
Dr. Curt and Dr. Linda have studied abroad,
implemented programs, traveled to other
nations, launched ministries and completed a
myriad of tasks to meet the requirements to
receive this prestigious degree.
Many came to celebrate, give thanks and share
in this special ceremony. To view more photos
and hear an audio segment from the ceremony,
visit our website at www.promise7.org.
Page 5—The Set Times
Highlights From The Doctoral Ceremony
Highlights From The Doctoral Ceremony
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God First Ministries will host their Annual Heavenly Breakfast on
Saturday, April 22, 2006 at 8:00 a.m. at Chicago’s McCormick Place located at
23rd and King Drive. The Heavenly Breakfast is a unique event that brings
religious, civic and business people together for worship and fellowship. It
continues to be one of the largest meetings in Chicago.
For more information regarding tickets, you may call God First Ministries office at
773-667-5200 or visit their website at www.godfirstministries.org.
Dr. Mildred C. Harris of God First Ministries was
the guest speaker for the February 19th Breakthrough
Service. Dr. Harris supports the local and foreign
missions teams as a Salvation and Deliverance
Promise Partner. Through her generous gifts; and the
gifts of other partners we are able to “Go ye into all
the world and preach the Gospel.”
(Matthew 28:18-20.)
Dr. Harris presented a beautiful gift to Drs. Curt and
Linda commemorating their Doctor degrees. She
also ministered an anointed Word from God and
many in attendance received healing, deliverance,
salvation and an awesome breakthrough.
Photo Credits: (Top) Drs. Curt and Linda Stennis receive a congratulatory gift in
honor of their Doctorate Degree from Dr. Harris.
(Bottom): Dr. Harris greets the audience and presents her Breakthrough
message.
Photo Credits: (top left) Bishop William Seymour and (top right)
Charles Fox Parham were the early leaders of the “Holy Spirit
Movement” and the “Azusa Street Movement.” Bottom Center:
The Azusa Faith Gospel Church.
What took place in Los
Angeles at 312 Azusa Street
has fascinated religious
historians and scholars for
many years and has yet to be
fully understood. On April 7,
1906, this small holiness
mission birthed the mightiest
recorded outpouring of the
Holy Spirit since biblical
times. For more than three years, the Azusa Street ―Apostolic
Faith Mission‖ held three daily services everyday. This
revival was virtually non-stop. Those who met at the Azusa
Street meetings believed they were part of the new time New
Testament Christianity. These early Pentecosts believed they
were being filled with the same infilling of God’s power as
the early apostles did on the day of Pentecost. Even today,
those that are of this faith acknowledge the Book of Acts
Chapter 2, “they were all filled with the Holy Ghost and
began to speak as the Spirit gave them utterance”
(Acts 2:1-4 KJV).
At the turn of the century, many great revivals and miracles
were taking place around the world. One of the most notable
experiences prior to Azusa Revival occurred on the first day
of January 1901. A holiness teacher and former Methodist
Pastor Charles Fox Parham, with a small group of Bible
students, began a teaching concerning the discovery of the gift
of speaking in tongues. Suddenly, during one of his
teachings, a young Caucasian student named Agnes Ozman
began to experience this
spiritual phenomenon.
Pastor Parham continued this
teaching in his revivals.
In one of Parham’s revivals
in Houston, Texas, a black
evangelist named William
Seymour was baptized in the
Holy Spirit. Seymour
experienced speaking in tongues later during his very own
meetings. On an invitation to preach in a run down section of
Los Angeles, California, William Seymour agreed and arrived
on February 22, 1906. He continued to teach on holiness and
speaking in tongues. Many who heard these messages were
filled with the spirit of God. These meetings experienced
astonishing growth as a result of these fillings and times of
intense prayer. During the awesome times of prayer and
intercession, William Seymour would stick his head between
two crates and continue to pray for a mighty outpour and
visitation. It was at this time that the Azusa Street missions
were established and Seymour’s prayers answered.
As the church of today, we as Christians must pay careful
attention to every aspect the Holy Spirit takes in the
preparation for revival. Undeniably, revival is a miraculous
By Karl Adair
work of the Almighty God. But, true revival is more than just
having good church, good preaching, and singing planned
yearly on our church calendars. It is allowing the preparation
and participation of His Spirit in our lives towards
anticipation of His outpour.
Just like the days of Azusa, the Lord is choosing His workers.
However, He is only preparing those with an
attitude of expectancy, the greatest prerequisite for a mighty
visitation. In order to achieve this, we must eliminate
distractions in our lives (things that would keep us from faith,
humility, repentance, and prayer). Remember revival does
not just happen. It is birthed through the cooperation between
believers and the Holy Spirit. One must be willing to empty
himself, develop a hunger for God, and allow the Holy Spirit
to take them through a birthing process. Are you willing for
your life to be transformed or inconvenienced in your pursuit
for revival?
The Azusa Street Revival was a catalyst for world missions.
Today, over half a billion Pentecosts and Christian believers
throughout the world exists because of the powerful spread of
this great revival. From 1906 – 1908, the mission drew
people from several races, ethnic groups, cultures and
nationalities together in worship. The results were not only a
change in hearts, but also a tearing down of walls. Our
community of faith must become global with all races,
ethnicities, and cultures coming together to embrace the
opportunity of expressive unified worship. The opportunity is
pounding at our door!
Karl Adair, serves as a Psalmist and minister at Salvation and
Deliverance. He is also president of Victory Fellowship
Ministries, an outreach to ministries in the Chicagoland area.
Along with his wife Angie, Karl manages several of Chicago’s
gospel and Christian contemporary soloists and groups. He
and Angie are the proud parents of two children.
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MISSIONS REPORT—HAITI
Our International Outreach continues to
support the work of Pastor Nicholas
Juste of Port-au-Prince Haiti. His
orphanage provides shelter, food and
clothes for the street children of Haiti.
Pastor Nicholas works 12-14 hours per
day traveling in the cities and mountains
ministering to poor families.
Drs. Curt and Linda Stennis will be
ministering in Port-au-Prince
July 5-7, 2006.
Photo Credit: Pastor Juste distributes
Bibles to the children.
For more information about Pastor Juste and the
Poor Children’s Assistant project, please visit
www.poorchildren.org.
If you would like to sow a seed for local or international
missions, please use the enclosed envelope.
Photo Credit: Pastor Nicholas fed many children
during Christmas Dinner, 2005
For years it has been a common practice for Christians to fast
before the Easter/ Resurrection Sunday celebration. Some
specifically observe a 40 day period (Lent) that begins in
March and ends on Palm Sunday. This year that observance
began March 1st and ends April 9th.
Fasting is not commanded in scripture, and other than in the
Old Testament on the day of Atonement. The actual first
mention of fasting in the Bible is the 40 day fast of Moses
when he met God on Mount Sinai in Exodus 34th chapter.
During this fast Moses received the directions for the
construction of the Tabernacle and the commandments on
stone.
The word fast means ―a voluntary abstinence from food.‖
Abstinence from food is not the only kind of fast. A fast can
be any self-denial that enhances spiritual growth or one’s
physical body.
Jesus during his ministry never commanded a fast but did give
instructions on the subject in Matthew 6:17. He even
launched his public ministry with a 40 day fast in Matthew
4:1-2. Many others in the New Testament fasted also.
When done with a purpose fasting brings many benefits (read
Isaiah 58:6-8). We understand from this passage that God can
and will choose a fast for us individually or corporately.
When we obey the results are great.
There are various ways to fast and several kinds of fast. Most
Christians are familiar with the Disciples Fast
(Matthew 17:21) Daniel Fast (Daniel 1:8) and the Ezra Fast
(Ezra 8:23). Any study on fasting will define these basic
categories:
ABSOLUTE/TOTAL FAST: This is a strict abstinence of
anything by mouth for a specified period of time. Usually not
recommended for extended periods because it deprives the
body of water.
NORMAL FAST: Abstaining from food for a period of time
only drinking water and or juice.
PARTIAL FAST: This fast restricts the eating of certain
foods. Commonly called a denial. Sometimes one meal per
day. Also likened to the Daniel Fast.
Fasting allows the digestive system to rest and repair
itself. Other organs including our immune system benefit also.
Of course everyone has heard of a ―sweet fast‖ (abstinence
from eating desserts) ―T.V. Fast‖ (abstinence from watching
television) and even a ―Word Fast‖ (abstinence from speaking
anything to anyone that causes wounds, hurt, or confusion.
Lastly, anyone on medication, pregnant, sick, or recovering
from surgery should use wisdom and caution when
considering a fast. Seeking Godly counsel from your Pastor
and or physician is highly recommended.
By Drs. Curtis and Linda Stennis
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Pentecost SUNDAY
June 4, 2006
FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT—WWW.WAYMAKERS.ORG
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Quarter Two Calendar of Events, 2006
International Missions 2006
2006 P. C. A. Conference
Port-au-Prince, Haiti
July 5—7, 2006
Host: Pastor Nicholas Juste
Joint Outreach Evangelism Conference
Busia, Kenya
August 8—17, 2006
Host: Bishop George Odhiambo
AREAS Trade Missions Conference
September 24—29, 2006
Hong Kong, China
Palm Sunday Pre-Anniversary Concert
Sunday, April 9—4:00 p.m.
Resurrection Sunday Celebration
Sunday, April 16—11:00 a.m.
23rd Year Anniversary Celebration
Sunday, April 23—11:00 a.m.
Guest Speaker: Dr. John Long
New Life Kingdom Ministries, Chicago
Jean O. Williams Scholarship Auction
Saturday, May 20
Location and Time To Be Announced
In Covenant Ministries Conference 2006
June 15-18
Hosted by Drs. Curt and Linda Stennis
OUTSIDE THE MINISTRY EVENTS
Lady Andria Hudson and Expressions Drama Ministry
“What a Man Wants, What a Woman Wants”
April 7, 2006 at 7:30 p.m.
Prayer and Faith Outreach Ministries
Presbyter William Hudson, III, Pastor
www.prayerandfaith.org
Esther Symposium Women’s Conference
Monument of Faith Church, Chicago
Elder Carolyn Henton, First Lady
May 11-14,2006
www.rdhentonbreakthrough.com
ADVANCE—ICBM Conference
June 20—22, 2006
Oral Roberts University, Tulsa, Oklahoma
www.oru.edu/ICBM
For these and other events, including information on our speakers, visit our website at www.promise7.org.
Event times and dates are subject to change.
Outside Events: Please call or visit the website of the sponsoring ministry for more information.
Drs. Curtis and Linda Stennis, Senior Pastors P.O. Box 51550
1540 N. Spalding Avenue Chicago, Illinois 60651-2459 www.promise7.org
773-227-2500 or 888-227-4711