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Posted by Neil in Trinidad & Tobago, West Indies @ 15:27 on Nov 28 2008
I have 2 Worship CD's from Terry MacAlmon that I play very often in my car. It changes the mood and atmosphere in a world of negativity. I am always touched by these songs and regard it as a benchmark for gospel/worship music.
It is sad to know the circumstances surrounding Mr. MacAlmon's resignation but there is a power that is beyond anything else in this world and its restoration. It only comes from the Holy Spirit.
I have fallen short of the glory of God myself, we all are not perfect but I admire those who pick themselves up, shake off the dust and broken pieces and move on with full force.
God be with you brother and your family as I trust with each day passing it'll be closer to your return to Ministry.
I have 2 Worship CD's from Terry MacAlmon that I play very often in my car. It changes the mood and atmosphere in a world of negativity. I am always touched by these songs and regard it as a benchmark for gospel/worship music.
It is sad to know the circumstances surrounding Mr. MacAlmon's resignation but there is a power that is beyond anything else in this world and its restoration. It only comes from the Holy Spirit.
I have fallen short of the glory of God myself, we all are not perfect but I admire those who pick themselves up, shake off the dust and broken pieces and move on with full force.
God be with you brother and your family as I trust with each day passing it'll be closer to your return to Ministry.
Posted by angela in new york @ 13:28 on Nov 27 2008
I cried when I heard. Like David, "oh how the mighty have fallen", but like David a repentant heart. Several times a month I find myself praying for Terry's restoration. Sometimes I'll hear a song (yes I still play his music) and I just weep. What encourages my heart is his attitude toward his condition and his words that "I know I cannot go forward with my soul in this condition". While my heart breaks for him, I am glad he is in a state of unrest, for in that he will eventually find rest as he reflects on the finished work of Christ who lives and reigns as our mediator and perfect high priest. God speed Terry. May he restore you fully to the JOY and work of your salvation. Angela Chan, NY
I cried when I heard. Like David, "oh how the mighty have fallen", but like David a repentant heart. Several times a month I find myself praying for Terry's restoration. Sometimes I'll hear a song (yes I still play his music) and I just weep. What encourages my heart is his attitude toward his condition and his words that "I know I cannot go forward with my soul in this condition". While my heart breaks for him, I am glad he is in a state of unrest, for in that he will eventually find rest as he reflects on the finished work of Christ who lives and reigns as our mediator and perfect high priest. God speed Terry. May he restore you fully to the JOY and work of your salvation. Angela Chan, NY
Posted by Pastor Connie in Horace, ND @ 21:30 on Nov 26 2008
Terry, many have already wrote concerning what you have done. It does not need further discussion. Now is the time for action. Do you think the enemy wants you living an honorable life??? Of course not! However the greater sin is remaining under condemnation and not receiving God's forgiveness. Listen to me Brother, according to the word "ALL have sinned and fall short of the glory of God". Now get back where you belong. Don't let the enemy win! This world needs you and your family back in ministry. I write this not to anger anyone, but to help you see that by not moving forward, the only winner is the devil. Come on Brother! We are truly on your side! Remember, the Father ran to restore His prodigal son. His son only had to make an effort to come back. He loves you, we love you. Come on home.
Terry, many have already wrote concerning what you have done. It does not need further discussion. Now is the time for action. Do you think the enemy wants you living an honorable life??? Of course not! However the greater sin is remaining under condemnation and not receiving God's forgiveness. Listen to me Brother, according to the word "ALL have sinned and fall short of the glory of God". Now get back where you belong. Don't let the enemy win! This world needs you and your family back in ministry. I write this not to anger anyone, but to help you see that by not moving forward, the only winner is the devil. Come on Brother! We are truly on your side! Remember, the Father ran to restore His prodigal son. His son only had to make an effort to come back. He loves you, we love you. Come on home.
Posted by patrice, in nashua, nh @ 07:42 on Nov 24 2008
I only recently came upon Terry's music having discovered it being played at a prayer meeting. I was blown away and immediately bought all his cd's and have played them throughout my day and late night I, of course, was shocked to find out that he walked away from his family and failed counseling especially after seeing and hearing his anointed ministry. I find solace in that David was in a similar situation of infidelity and repented mightily and hope and pray that Terry will follow the same path because he definitely was touched by God to reach people with his glorious sounds from heaven. My heart hangs so heavy, so many of our elect are being pulled down by the lusts of this earth. It is all prophetic that this will happen in the end times but in some people it just is not as evident as the flagrant preachers who preach a posterity gospel, name and claim it! They are so obvious, but Terry was so special and not ostentatious to say the least.
I only recently came upon Terry's music having discovered it being played at a prayer meeting. I was blown away and immediately bought all his cd's and have played them throughout my day and late night I, of course, was shocked to find out that he walked away from his family and failed counseling especially after seeing and hearing his anointed ministry. I find solace in that David was in a similar situation of infidelity and repented mightily and hope and pray that Terry will follow the same path because he definitely was touched by God to reach people with his glorious sounds from heaven. My heart hangs so heavy, so many of our elect are being pulled down by the lusts of this earth. It is all prophetic that this will happen in the end times but in some people it just is not as evident as the flagrant preachers who preach a posterity gospel, name and claim it! They are so obvious, but Terry was so special and not ostentatious to say the least.
Posted by Kaytie Hanson in Rio Brasil @ 02:57 on Nov 24 2008
Ok; Terry, what ever you do, dont leave the Lord,
some times there just no words, we are all sinners, None of us are worthy,Yet our Farther goes on loving us and forgiving us,Terry go back to your wife and children, for the Lord is your only true judge.
I love you ,, and will continue to pray and intercede
on your behalf. God bless you Terry and your Family.
Ok; Terry, what ever you do, dont leave the Lord,
some times there just no words, we are all sinners, None of us are worthy,Yet our Farther goes on loving us and forgiving us,Terry go back to your wife and children, for the Lord is your only true judge.
I love you ,, and will continue to pray and intercede
on your behalf. God bless you Terry and your Family.
Posted by arleen in foxboro mass @ 03:31 on Nov 22 2008
oh terry your music is so anointed .i remeber wheni first heared it i was in awe. and then i had given a tape of your music to a girl who worked in a christian book store .at the time i was livingin fla .i asked he r to play it while the customers came in ,i realy felt likethe lord lead me to giv e it to her. well she did and the next time i was in the store she came over to me and said were did you get tha t music from you have no idea how many people broke down and cryed and repented jus t from listening to the music .and also she told me she had let her sister listen to it and her sister gave her heart to the lord ..please terry dont let the devil keep you away from Gods calling that you have on your music. dont let him have tha t victory.God has forgiven you ,let the past be under the blood and dont allow the guilt the devil has on you have victory .Lord Jesus i pray for your Holy Spirit to help terry to go forward with a fresh anointed fire on his music and to cleanse him and put a fresh new anointing on terry to go forward to give glory and honor to you Lord pick him up lord and renew him and his family in jesus name amen
oh terry your music is so anointed .i remeber wheni first heared it i was in awe. and then i had given a tape of your music to a girl who worked in a christian book store .at the time i was livingin fla .i asked he r to play it while the customers came in ,i realy felt likethe lord lead me to giv e it to her. well she did and the next time i was in the store she came over to me and said were did you get tha t music from you have no idea how many people broke down and cryed and repented jus t from listening to the music .and also she told me she had let her sister listen to it and her sister gave her heart to the lord ..please terry dont let the devil keep you away from Gods calling that you have on your music. dont let him have tha t victory.God has forgiven you ,let the past be under the blood and dont allow the guilt the devil has on you have victory .Lord Jesus i pray for your Holy Spirit to help terry to go forward with a fresh anointed fire on his music and to cleanse him and put a fresh new anointing on terry to go forward to give glory and honor to you Lord pick him up lord and renew him and his family in jesus name amen
Posted by Joel in Trinidad & Tobago @ 12:32 on Nov 21 2008
Oh Terry, I love your music. You're a great worshipper, but true worshippers worship in spirit and in truth. The flesh is just dust. I try to remind myself of that everyday. It isn't worth it to neglect such a great calling and purpose. Oh, to please the One we love and adore with all our substance. How wonderful! How beautiful! He alone is worthy. Our prayers are with you brother.
Oh Terry, I love your music. You're a great worshipper, but true worshippers worship in spirit and in truth. The flesh is just dust. I try to remind myself of that everyday. It isn't worth it to neglect such a great calling and purpose. Oh, to please the One we love and adore with all our substance. How wonderful! How beautiful! He alone is worthy. Our prayers are with you brother.
Posted by Wong in Vancouver @ 05:39 on Nov 21 2008
Dear God
I pray that Terry MacAlmon will repent and turn back to You, to his wife and family. I pray that Your love will envelope Terry at this time. Put Your Cross between Terry and that other woman and sever the soul tie between them. Set Terry free to be faithful to his wife. Your word said that if we confess our sins, God is faithful and just and will forgive us and cleanse us from all unrighteousness. Help Terry to be convicted and repent and receive your forgiveness. Draw Terry back to Yourself and to his wife and family and help him to grow strong spiritually again. Help him and his wife to work on the marriage. God, please restore their marriage as they forgive each other as You have forgiven them. Help Terry forgive himself and make right with YOU and with his wife.
In Jesus Name I pray, Amen!
Dear God
I pray that Terry MacAlmon will repent and turn back to You, to his wife and family. I pray that Your love will envelope Terry at this time. Put Your Cross between Terry and that other woman and sever the soul tie between them. Set Terry free to be faithful to his wife. Your word said that if we confess our sins, God is faithful and just and will forgive us and cleanse us from all unrighteousness. Help Terry to be convicted and repent and receive your forgiveness. Draw Terry back to Yourself and to his wife and family and help him to grow strong spiritually again. Help him and his wife to work on the marriage. God, please restore their marriage as they forgive each other as You have forgiven them. Help Terry forgive himself and make right with YOU and with his wife.
In Jesus Name I pray, Amen!
Posted by ellen in CA @ 03:07 on Nov 18 2008
I am beyond shocked and numb. Of all people, I never would have expected Terry to commit adultery. Or rather, I guess I'm shocked that he has walked away from his family even after counseling. God does restore and forgive repentant souls, but for Terry to harden his heart and go his own way is complete selfishness. Shame on you Terry! Repent now while you have time. Tomorrow may be too late.
I am beyond shocked and numb. Of all people, I never would have expected Terry to commit adultery. Or rather, I guess I'm shocked that he has walked away from his family even after counseling. God does restore and forgive repentant souls, but for Terry to harden his heart and go his own way is complete selfishness. Shame on you Terry! Repent now while you have time. Tomorrow may be too late.
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Terry,
I went today to your website to see if you had any worship events coming up and read the news. I have long admired and loved your music as I can feel God's Spirit in it and it truly blesses. One thing which has so comforted me in times past is that God's people, the Jews, turned away from God so often but he always told them that if they would return to him he would receive them back. Please know that God is a forgiving God, he loves you and He is always ready to welcome us back. May you find His peace again. You are in my prayers.