Salem Praise and Worship Fellowship

10/03/2026

10/02/2026

Hebrews 10:24-25 (Living Bible)
24 In response to all he has done for us, let us outdo each other in being helpful and kind to each other and in doing good. 25 Let us not neglect our church meetings, as some people do, but encourage and warn each other, especially now that the day of his coming back again is drawing near.

Is church really that important? Is it necessary to go to church every time the doors are open? A lot of people don’t even go to church. So, what’s the big deal? Paul said, “we go in response to all God had done for us”. We go so we can encourage others. We go so others can encourage us. We go because we have chosen to follow Jesus. And it’s all about Him!

We go to church to Worship the God who loves us, provides for us and protects us. What if I go to church and get nothing out of it? What did you put into it? Did you seek to worship God in Truth? Were you willing to allow God to speak to you in worship and praise? You really get out of something what you are willing to put into it. It’s important to give of your best in a worship experience. So, do you?

Attending church does not save you. But it can help you become a better follower of Jesus and servant of God. As you worship in a church service you open your heart for God and He fills you with His presence. Be open to God and allow God to search your inmost feelings. It will make a difference. Yes, attending church is important. And the more you go, the more you should want to be there.

I have prayed for you this morning. I pray that we will see the importance of our church in our life.

Bro. Tom

10/01/2026

James 1:12 (CEV)
12 God will bless you, if you don’t give up when your faith is being tested. He will reward you with a glorious life, just as he rewards everyone who loves him.

Has your faith ever been tested? Have you ever felt that you could not go on another day? Have you ever been tempted to give up? You are not alone! Some days seem that they will never end and the pain and hurt just keeps on coming. How can I hang on? How can I keep going? I know God has the answer but sometimes I wonder when God will bring me peace. God’s Word is a source of strength in our tough times. God’s Word has the answer for every problem we face. When your faith is being tested “I’ll pray for you” doesn’t always get the job done. There are times when like Elijah we want to run away and hid (1Kings 19:3-4). But what can I do when it seems that life is caving in on me? Maybe some of these thoughts will help.

Remember the tough times never last. Yes, there is a light at the end of the tunnel. No matter how smooth the road you will always find a bump or two. It’s the tough people who are willing to see the difficulty, look at the opportunity, and then do something, that gets them through the tough times of life. Ralph Waldo Emerson said, “What lies behind you and what lies in front of you, pales in comparison to what lies inside of you”. You are a child of the Most High God and greater is He that is in you that he that is in the world (1 John 4:4). Now think about it, you are getting near the end of your tunnel.

When it seems that every step you take hits a stumbling block think about this. Stumbling blocks can become steppingstones when you know how to use them. Don’t allow a stumbling block to keep you from reaching your goal. Put the blocks in the proper order and then step up to your goal. When you hit the stumbling block look at it as a way to do your best and then do it. Don’t be afraid to step on the stumbling block. It’s your first step to success.

God will bless you if you don’t give up when you are tested. I don’t like tests, but it seems that I face one every day. I have learned not to look at the test but at the blessing that will come when the test is over. The winds of life blow strong against us at times, and we wonder what we will do. When you feel the wind against you remember this. Henry Ford said, “When everything seems to be going against you, remember that the airplane takes off against the wind, not with it”.

I have prayed for you this morning. I pray that as you face the d0ifficult winds of life you will experience the presence. power and love of God/
Bro. Tom

09/29/2026

Sunday music, 9/27/2026

09/29/2026

Ephesians 1:3- 12 (King James Version)
3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ: 4 According as he hath chosen us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and without blame before him in love: 5 Having predestinated us unto the adoption of children by Jesus Christ to himself, according to the good pleasure of his will, 6 To the praise of the glory of his grace, wherein he hath made us accepted in the beloved. 7 In whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace; 8 Wherein he hath abounded toward us in all wisdom and prudence; 9 Having made known unto us the mystery of his will, according to his good pleasure which he hath purposed in himself: 10 That in the dispensation of the fulness of times he might gather together in one all things in Christ, both which are in heaven, and which are on earth; even in him: 11 In whom also we have obtained an inheritance, being predestinated according to the purpose of him who worketh all things after the counsel of his own will: 12 That we should be to the praise of his glory, who first trusted in Christ.

God has chosen you before the foundation of the world to be saved. God wants you to be saved and live a life holy unto him. But it is your decision. In choosing to accept and follow Jesus Christ we have redemption, forgiveness and the riches of God’s grace. All that because God loves us.

In all this God has made known the mystery of his will. It is God’s will that none should perish but that all should be saved. In the dispensation of time, we are given the opportunity to accept and follow Jesus. In His good pleasure He has given us this opportunity. God does not force us to accept that which He has provided, but it is His desire.

Be encouraged by the Word of God. Seek God and He will be found. Follow Him and He will lead. Obey Him and experience the unspeakable Joy of serving the God who loves us and has given us all things. Praise God for His greatness.

I have prayed for you this morning. I pray you experience the goodness of God and His good pleasure in your life today.

Bro. Tom

09/28/2026

Sunday sermon, 9/27/2026

09/28/2026

Psalm 105:42-45 (King James Version)
42 For he remembered his holy promise, and Abraham his servant. 43 And he brought forth his people with joy, and his chosen with gladness: 44 And gave them the lands of the heathen: and they inherited the labour of the people; 45 That they might observe his statutes, and keep his laws. Praise ye the Lord.

God does things that we do not understand. We stand amazed at the workings of God. How can God love us? How can God forgive us? How can God continue to keep the promises He has made? It is because He is the faithful God. It is because He is the God who has made us, loves us, keeps us, protects us and provides for us. Our God is the God of history, the God of the present, and the God of our future. Our God can do anything He has ever said He could or would do. Our God has never failed.

God remembers the promises He has made to us. He has said He would never leave us or forsake us. That means that even as we walk in the valley of the shadow of death our God is with us. God has said that He would provide for us and even if we are in the barren desert of life God will supply the water and food we need. And when we feel all alone God has provided the Comforter for us. And the Comforter knows every hurt we experience. God’s promises are sure and complete. He does all these things so that we might trust Him and obey His commandments.

We may have difficulties in life. We may find ourselves as slaves to the problems around us but our God will bring us out of those problems, and we will come out with shouts of joy and rejoicing. We are more than conquerors through Him who has called us. God has given more to us than we could expect. God has given to us more than we deserve. But He is the God who loves us and wants us to trust in Him. What God has said; He will do. What God has promised; He will deliver. What God expects; we better be ready to obey. Our God is in control. All we need to do is trust Him and follow His leadership. You may think you are at the bottom of the barrel, that there is no hope, and all has failed. But remember this! God remembers His promises and joy will come in the morning. God has promised it will get better. Just hold on and wait. Our God is on His way to keep His promise.

I have prayed for you this morning. I pray that we are aware that God keeps His promises.

Bro. Tom

09/28/2026

NEW POST - SEASON 6 - EPISODE 1

Pastor Tom Doty 870-926-9934

09/21/2026

Sunday music by the Doty duet, 9/20/2026

09/21/2026

Sunday message and music presented by Dusty Aleman, 9/20/2026