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THANK YOU!
Today, I want to express my sincere gratitude to each of you. Your support of Dawson Ministries, your prayers, and your willingness to stay connected by joining our mailing list truly speak to your commitment to the work God is doing through this ministry. Your presence here, whether you have been with us from the beginning or have only recently connected, reminds me that ministry is never an isolated journey. It is formed by the faith, kindness, and willingness of people l

Frederick D. Dawson
Nov 271 min read
Encouraging Others
Encouraging others has been something I have done for many years, even before I had the full understanding or training that comes with chaplaincy. In 1996, I faced one of the most difficult experiences of my life when my mother transitioned unexpectedly at the early age of forty-eight. Her death was devastating and took me through a deep journey of emotional highs and lows. Many people, family, friends, and neighbors told me to “get over it,” reminding me that she was a woman

Frederick D. Dawson
Nov 171 min read
The Miracle Worker
In the Gospel of John, we are shown many wondrous signs that revealed the divine nature of Jesus. His first miracle was the miracle at Cana, where He turned water into wine (John 2:1–11). This occurrence unfolded during a wedding celebration that suddenly faced the embarrassment of running out of wine. Moved by compassion and at the prompting of His mother, Jesus instructed the servants to fill six stone jars with water. When the water was drawn out, it had been converted int

Frederick D. Dawson
Nov 32 min read
Don't Talk, Just Listen
Don’t talk, just listen. Believe it or not, there is power in silence, messages often speak loudest when no words are spoken. Consider this, in the moments leading up to the crucifixion, there was an exchange between Jesus and Pilate. After the religious leaders demanded Jesus' execution for claiming to be the Son of God (Matthew 26:63-65), Pilate probed Him. Nonetheless, despite Pilate’s pressing inquiries, Jesus eventually went silent. And in that silence, Pilate was more a

Frederick D. Dawson
Oct 211 min read
God Loves You
I am not sure who needs to hear this but know that God loves you deeply. Life is not always easy, and the challenges you face are very real. But we serve a God who can bring you through and lead you into brighter days. All it takes is just a little faith. The Word says, “Jesus said unto them, Because of your unbelief: for verily I say unto you, If ye have faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye shall say unto this mountain, Remove hence to yonder place; and it shall remove; and

Frederick D. Dawson
Oct 132 min read
Authentic Worship
As children of God, we must understand the true meaning and importance of worship. Worship is not about performance, appearances, or...

Frederick D. Dawson
Oct 81 min read
Jesus’ Teaching
I believe in the sacred method Jesus used to reveal divine truth. As Matthew 13:3 declares, “And He spoke many things to them in...

Frederick D. Dawson
Sep 281 min read
Everything Gets Old but the Word of God
There is nothing quite like the feeling of receiving something new. As children, many of us remember moments when a parent with love in...

Frederick D. Dawson
Sep 142 min read
Life Is Flying By
As I sit and reflect, I am honestly amazed by how quickly life has moved. How time seems to have rushed by. It feels like just yesterday...

Frederick D. Dawson
Sep 82 min read
Favorite Scripture
When I share the gospel, I often begin with one of my favorite Scriptures: Psalm 133:1 KJV, which states, "Behold, how good and how...

Frederick D. Dawson
Aug 312 min read
A Legacy of Faith — Mom’s Teaching
While I am grateful for the many people who have influenced my walk with Christ, it is my mother whose spiritual guidance has left a...

Frederick D. Dawson
Aug 242 min read
Personal Testimony
I am but a branch connected to a family rooted deeply in faith. A family whose very foundation is built upon the living Word of God. Our...

Frederick D. Dawson
Aug 173 min read
Faith Is the Key
Faith is the foundation of your walk with God. It is the bold statement that you trust Him to do what no one else can. Your faith is a...

Frederick D. Dawson
Aug 131 min read
Pursuing an Authentic Relationship with God
To walk in true relationship with God is to surrender every part of our lives to Him, fully and without reservation. This surrender...

Frederick D. Dawson
Aug 102 min read
Is It Just Me?
As I sit back and observe the world around me, I cannot help but wonder is it just me, or if people are changing for the worse? The...

Frederick D. Dawson
Aug 32 min read
It Looks Bad, But It Is Not Hopeless
As I sit on the patio on this beautiful, sunny day, taking in the warmth of the sun and the quiet rustle of the breeze, my heart reflects...

Frederick D. Dawson
Jul 303 min read


Waiting with Purpose
"Rest in the Lord, and wait patiently for him: fret not thyself because of him who prospereth in his way, because of the man who bringeth...

Frederick D. Dawson
Jul 172 min read
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