Vintage Vault
Hemmed in and Helpless
circa October 1979 issue of Message magazine
“There is a good word from the Lord to every believer who is at wit’s end. If you have seen things collapse around you, if the whole world seems to have gone crazy, if you walk in the shadow of disaster, of ruin, or fear, of collapse, if things have gone from bad to worse, and if you and the Lord know each other, do not despair, do not quit. ‘Look up, and lift your heads; for your redemption draweth nigh’ (Luke 21:28). God’s dawns come by way of darkness; God’s spring times come by way of winter. God moves on wrecks and ruins. ‘The sacrifices of God are . . . a broken and a contrite heart’ (Psalm 51:17). Men’s endings are God’s beginnings.”

Message, circa October, 1979, “A Time to Expect Great Things,” by Dr. Gardner C. Taylor

Phillip McGuire Wesley, jr.
Elevation
Media That Takes You Higher
I pray that you are totally blessed and the best part of you will shine for the world to see.
Book
cover of Superstar Teacher: A Guide to Enhance Creativity in the Classroom by Ebony Holland
Superstar Teacher: A Guide to Enhance Creativity in the Classroom
Ebony Holland

Ebony Holland, an educator, recording artist, and now author, has written a book to benefit all teachers, principals, and school administrators. After 25 years of teaching, she has learned how to design a creative environment for her students. She believes that they are superstars, and she holds them accountable to higher standards. This book is perfect for educators who are looking to build new opportunities for scholars to grow in the classroom.
Music
Headshot of Sarah Teibo
Sarah Teibo
“Restored”

I’m so excited to present UK/Nigerian recording artist, Sarah Teibo. She has been making an impact in the gospel music industry for a few years now. Check out her afro-pop gospel song “Blessed” (feat. Muyiwa Olanrewaju and Andrew Bello), “Like a Child” (feat. Fred Hammond), and “Keep Walking.” Her newly released project, Restored, will bless you with contemporary, traditional, and afro-pop sounds with featured songs like “Secured” and “Glorious.” You will not be disappointed. Download her music on most digital platforms.
album cover of “Let The Organ Play”
David Wright
“Let The Organ Play”

Pastor David Wright is the president of Godfather Records which was started by his late father, recording artist and minister Pastor Timothy Wright. Pastor David Wright continues to produce music out of his gifting. This album is all about organ music. If you appreciate the Hammond organ, you will love this project. Wright plays hymns, including “What a Fellowship,” “Power in the Blood,” “It Is Well,” and more. Download his music on any digital platform today!
App
Square Fit
As content creators we like to post flyers and memes. However, some creations are too big for Instagram. It gets frustrating when you have to decide which part of the flyer to cut out. Well, not anymore. Square Fit allows you to post large flyers, and resize them to social media standards. I like using the presets to fill in the white backgrounds. This app is perfect, and free for creators!
DR. PHILIP MCGUIRE WESLEY, II is the pastor of Emmanuel SDA Church in Providence, Rhode Island, and Mt. Olive SDA Church in New London, Connecticut. He is the President/CEO of McGuire Entertainment Group. Send your information on your book, music, or app for review to [email protected]