VeriSource Center - Cartersville

05/23/2026

05/22/2026

2 Timothy 4:7 KJV
I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith:

“I have fought a good fight”
The word translated “fought” comes from the Greek (Agōnizomai)

It means:

* To contend
* To strive intensely
* To struggle with determination
* To fight like an athlete in competition

It is where we get the English word “agonize.”

This paints the picture of:

* An Olympic athlete straining for victory.
* A soldier battling through conflict.

* Someone exerting everything to fulfill a purpose.

Paul was not speaking about a casual Christian life. He was describing a life of spiritual warfare, discipline, perseverance, sacrifice, and endurance.

“I have finished my course”
The phrase “finished” comes from:

Greek word (Teléō)

Meaning:

* To complete
* To accomplish
* To fulfill
* To bring to its intended end

It comes from the root: (Telos) meaning:

* End
* Goal
* Purpose
* Intended destiny

This is not merely “stopping.” It means:

Bringing something to full completion according to its divine purpose.

Paul’s statement is the language of:
* A warrior
* An athlete
* A steward

He fought with endurance. He completed his divine assignment. He remained faithful to God until the very end.

A powerful way to summarize the verse is:

“I gave everything in the struggle, I completed the assignment God gave me, and I remained faithful to Him through it all.”

05/21/2026

In Hebrews 10:23, the phrase “hold fast” comes from the Greek word katechō, which carries the idea of:

To keep secure
To hold firmly
To retain possession of
To cling to without letting go
To take possession of and keep
To possess continually

So the verse is calling believers to:

Maintain a firm grip on their confession of faith without surrendering to doubt, fear, pressure, or opposition.

The word paints the picture of someone gripping something valuable tightly and refusing to release it.

Hebrews 10:23 KJV:
“Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful that promised;)”

The foundation for “holding fast” is not human strength alone, but the faithfulness of God:
“for he is faithful that promised.”

Kingdom Blessings ❤️ Pastor Mike & Prophetess Makeba Burford

05/11/2026

VeriSource Center Cartersville wishes our
Apostle Dr. Angela L. Thibeaux, Happy Mother’s Day.

Thank you for your prayers, leadership, and unwavering love. You are a visionary leader, a mother—the bond of the family—an apostolic builder, and a truly great woman of faith and strength. Your wisdom, sacrifice, and dedication continue to impact lives, build people, and shape destinies.

You are deeply valued, greatly loved, and sincerely appreciated. May the Lord continue to strengthen you, honor you, and bless you abundantly for all you pour into others.

With love and gratitude, Happy Mother’s Day!

Kingdom Blessings ❤️ VeriSource Family

05/10/2026

VeriSource Center Cartersville honors Prophetess Makeba Burford with heartfelt love this Mother’s Day.

We celebrate you as a woman of wisdom, unwavering faith, and the tangible presence of God. Your life continues to reflect strength, grace, and spiritual leadership that inspires us all.

We value you deeply, we love you sincerely, and we appreciate you more than words can fully express.

Happy Mother’s Day.

12/18/2025

It was a space like this that I got healing from grief.

Isaiah 53:5
But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.

There is a "G" bigger than grief. God!
-Makeba Burford

The Healing Room is Open‼️

Join us this Saturday, December 20th at 12:00 PM for an in-person encounter designed for healing, deliverance and divine breakthrough

⚠️ This will not be livestreamed.
This is a moment meant to be experienced in the room.

🕛 Time: 12:00 PM
📍 Location: VeriSource Center – Cartersville
5698 GA-20, Unit H
Cartersville, GA 30121

Come Ready To Receive!!!

12/17/2025

GEORGIA‼️
We are honored to Host the Presence of God in The Healing Room

Join us Saturday, December 20th at 12:00 PM for an in-person encounter designed for soaking, healing, and divine breakthroughs

⚠️ This will not be livestreamed.
This is a moment meant to be experienced in the room.

🕛 Time: 12:00 PM
📍 Location: VeriSource Center – Cartersville
5698 GA-20, Unit H
Cartersville, GA 30121

Come ready to receive!
Come ready to be saturated in God's presence!