Caroline Grace

Introducing… “WORD OF THE WEEK” with Caroline Grace

Here is my first weekly Devo!

Fear is a distressing emotion aroused by danger, evil, discomfort and the unknown. Don’t we use these same words to describe Satan? I think yes!

Constantly, Satan is trying to beat us down by putting fear into our lives. For example, you’re fearful of the dark at night, you’re fearful of your mom’s reaction when she sees a poor grade, or maybe you’re fearful of growing up and continuing on your journey with God. It is normal to be fearful. I, myself, am fearful of many things.

One of my biggest fears is being alone! I always like to be surrounded by company. Although this world has many distractions that can scare us and cause fear, we need not to worry because God is always in control. Isaiah 41:13 says, “For I, the Lord your God, hold your right hand; it is I who say to you ‘Do not fear, I will help you.’” God guides us through every step we take in life. He always has our back. No matter what situation we’re in, God will be there to help us. Psalm 115:11 says, “You who fear him, trust in the Lord — he is your help and shield!”

God covers us with a strong shield made of his love and mercy. Isn’t this reassuring? Jesus was constantly aware of God’s assurance. Jesus was never fearful. He trusted in God and lived in the moment. It is our job to be like Him and try our best to live in the moment, and not fear. I want to challenge you all to think of God next time you are scared. When we are stressed, it is easy to get caught up in our own lives and forget about God. In reality, you should rely on Him, because you will always be safe when he is holding your hand.

-Caroline Grace

MINISTRY UPDATE ! SUMMER 2012 – NEW BOOK – PRE ORDER HERE !!!! http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/wake-up-generation-paige-omartian/1107956928

Happy Easter from iShine !

Just like Jesus Himself who encourged us all to let our lights shine in the darkness of our world - (Mark 4:21 NLT) – “Then Jesus asked them, “Would anyone light a lamp and then put it under a basket or under a bed? Of course not! A lamp is placed on a stand, where its light will shine.”

If you don’t have a place to go for church or fellowship, please email us at info@ishinelive.com and we’ll do our best to help, also if you don’t know Jesus as your personal “Lord and Savior” or want to know more about that… we would love to help. Peace and Grace to you this Easter Holy Day….

IShine Team

UPDATE -APRIL 2012-  the RUBYZ WON!!!!  About.com Readers Choice Awards report below for 2012 ! CONGRATULATIONS and THANKS FOR VOTING FOR THE GIRLS

Best Christian / Gospel Artists & Bands – 2012 Readers’ Choice Winners

By Kim Jones, About.com Guide

Best Christian Pop/Contemporary Band: The Rubyz

The RubyziShine

Far too often, young people feel as though they don’t have a say or a voice. The 2012 Readers’ Choice Awards totally took that one off of the table. The young folks spoke and they spoke loudly! Disney favorites, The Rubyz, won the Best Christian Pop/Contemporary Band category with a stunning 43% of the vote!

The Runners-Up:

• Casting Crowns – 22%
• Jamie Grace – 16%
• Britt Nicole – 12%
• Jars of Clay – 5%

Excerpt from History.com article…” Patrick walked nearly 200 miles from County Mayo, where it is believed he was held, to the Irish coast. After escaping to Britain, Patrick reported that he experienced a second revelation—an angel in a dream tells him to return to Ireland as a missionary. Soon after, Patrick began religious training, a course of study that lasted more than 15 years. After his ordination as a priest, he was sent to Ireland with a dual mission: to minister to Christians already living in Ireland and to begin to convert the Irish.

It’s easy to see.. St. Patrick’s Day is more than a quaint spring holiday or an excuse for a day of fun and green expressions of joy. He’s a man to be remembered and revered, and then after you’ve  considered his contributions to our faith and our heritage… you’re free to go eat some green stuff and dance a jig in his memory!

Before you go… take this with you ! A genuine – St. Patrick’s Day Blessing… (Courtesy of Father Mike Warnke) “May your Blessings be many. May your troubles be few. May friends and family gather ’round your table and May our Good God hold in the palm of His hand.”

EVERY MONDAY IN MARCH… 2012

#1 – Sabrina Golba as “Angelica”

#2 - Tyler Lane

#3 - Eternity – (Anna and Elizabeth)

For those of you who have been asking; you can still audition for iShine, we have set up a time in April to get you a last chance to sing, dance or act just for the iShine producers and creative staff in Franklin TN. Friday April 20th, 2012 – 10am – 4pm – click here for details and information ! We can’t wait to meet you!

You've Got Talent WINNERS ANNOUNCED !

Contest winners have received an iShine webstore sampler pack and a travel stipend to attend and participate in our April 20th, 2012 auditions.