Still Waters International Academy

The CHRIST Culture Blog | June 1, 2026; Rev. Dr. Carole Hulslander
*WHAT IS AN ALIEN?* June 2026 by Dr. Carole L. Hulslander
According to Cambridge.org, the word alien means “creatures from another planet.” The media is filled with stories, videos, and sightings of “aliens,” which are beings not made from the dust of this planet and/or from another dimension. But my primary concern is the gospel of CHRIST and HIS church. How does this fascination with unearthly beings contribute to the furtherance of CHRIST’s plans for HIS Church?
First, let's address the alien from a biblical standpoint. Are there aliens in Scripture? The Bible records many encounters with beings that might be considered alien. Let’s begin by reading the first one recorded in Genesis 3:1-4, where Satan used a snake to deceive humans. “Now the snake was more able to fool others than any animal of the field which the LORD GOD had made. He said to the woman, “Did GOD say that you should not eat from any tree in the garden?” Then the woman said to the snake, “We may eat the fruit of the trees of the garden. But from the tree which is in the center of the garden, GOD has said, ‘Do not eat from it or touch it, or you will die.”’” In Revelation 12:9, “The great dragon was hurled down—that ancient serpent called the devil, or Satan, who leads the whole world astray. He was hurled to the earth, and his angels with him.”
There is no clear scripture that names Satan as an angel, but he is described as a guardian cherub, which is not a little baby with wings. Cherubim, which may be higher in the order of beings than angels, have multiple faces and wings. They serve as guards of sacred places. In Job 1:6, Satan stands before GOD with the other “sons of GOD.” In Matthew 25:41, “the devil and his angels” reveal Satan’s authority over the fallen angels. Revelation 12:7, describing the end times as a war, says, “Michael, an archangel, and the angels (he had authority over) fought against the dragon (Satan) and his angels.”
Why would Satan, a cherub, rebel against GOD? According to Isaiah 14:12-14, Satan rebelled against GOD because of his pride. Satan did not just want to be the most powerful and beautiful but wanted to be GOD. Satan wanted to be worshiped. So, he rebelled, lost his position, and was cast to earth. We now know him as the devil, Satan. Scripture makes it plain that he and his fallen angels will spend eternity in the lake of fire (Revelation 20:10).
We have the witness of Scripture that other beings were created by GOD; however, those humans who have their hope in JESUS have a special place in HIS plan for HIS creation because we bear the image of the creator (Genesis 1:26-28). Therefore, JESUS has sided with us, and we will reign with HIM. 2 Timothy 2:10-12; Therefore, I endure everything for the sake of the chosen, so they might obtain the salvation that is in MESSIAH YESHUA with eternal glory. Trustworthy is the saying: If we died with HIM, we will also live with HIM; if we endure, we will also reign with HIM; if we deny HIM, HE will also deny us.

Sunday 11:15, May 31st 2026
JESUS’ Ascension Day prepared the way for our own ascension. 1 Thessalonians 4:17 states that when HE returns, we will meet HIM in the sky and be with HIM forever. HE has filled us with HIMSELF (HOLY SPIRIT), and no power can stop our ascension to HIM. Much can be revealed to us if we are willing to learn from HIM.
Acts 1:11; Hebrews 2:5-18; Philippians 2:6-8; Colossians 2:9-10; 1 Thessalonians 4:17.
We invite you to a worship service at Still Waters Community Church, located at 1590 Oakbrook Dr., Norcross, GA 30093. The service will begin at 11:15 a.m. This is a sacred time for us to come together in faith and fellowship, as Hebrews 10:25 encourages. In this unity, we find our strength and connection to the culture of CHRIST’s Kingdom.
Come early to enjoy a delicious breakfast prepared by Minister Blues, Minister Lori, and our Church Servant Leaders. After the service, please stay for a special lunch, prepared and served by the Elders and the ministry led by Ministers Mason and Minister Elizabeth.
Childcare will be provided and overseen by Pastor Eric and Minister Emmarie, ensuring that everyone can participate in CHRIST’s blessed family. This service is a journey of faith and unity in CHRIST. Everyone is welcome!!

**”Mother’s Day”**

I hope that there will come a day when every memory you have of your mother will be cherished. On that day, you may only glance at the depths and power of the love held in a mother’s heart. We honor our mothers today and exemplify the love shown by the mother of ELOHIM’s MASHIACH (GOD’s CHRIST).

Phil. 1:3
Luke 1:26-55

We invite you to a worship service at Still Waters Community Church, located at 1590 Oakbrook Dr., Norcross, GA 30093. The service will begin at 11:15 a.m. This is a sacred time for us to come together in faith and fellowship, as Hebrews 10:25 encourages. In this unity, we find our strength and connection to the culture of CHRIST’s Kingdom.
Come early to enjoy a delicious breakfast prepared by Minister Blues, Minister Lori, and our Church Servant Leaders. After the service, please stay for a special lunch, prepared and served by the Elders and the ministry led by Ministers Mason and Minister Elizabeth.
Childcare will be provided and overseen by Pastor Eric and Minister Emmarie, ensuring that everyone can participate in CHRIST’s blessed family. This service is a journey of faith and unity in CHRIST. Everyone is welcome!!

✨ You’re Invited! ✨

Join us for a special Open House at Still Waters International Academy and experience a place where children are encouraged to learn in Christ and grow in Christ.

Come meet our teachers, tour our classrooms, and see firsthand how we create a safe, nurturing, and Christ-centered environment for every student. This is a great opportunity to connect, ask questions, and explore what makes our school unique.

📅 Saturday, April 18th
⏰ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 1560 Oakbrook Drive, Norcross, GA

We would love to welcome you and your family as we continue our mission to spread God’s Word, make disciples, and serve our community through education.

💙 We hope to see you there!

**Save Me From Myself**

When YESHUA rose from the dead, HE rose to redeem us for eternal life, but also to save us from ourselves and our evil choices. Many of HIS teachings were meant to help us understand that the enemy in our lives is often no one else but ourselves. HE is the truth, so HE tells us the truth. HE warns Peter, the leader of the disciples, that HE would deny HIM three times, but Peter doesn’t believe it. The challenging question today is, to love truth or hate truth? Our lives show the joy of loving the truth or the cycle of destruction when we don’t let YESHUA save us from our self-deception. Please join us for this Sunday, April 12th, service beginning at 11:15 am. Scriptures to reflect on:

Matt. 16:15-23; Matt. 26:69-70; Jn. 21:15-17

We invite you to a worship service at Still Waters Community Church, located at 1590 Oakbrook Dr., Norcross, GA 30093. The service will begin at 11:15 a.m. This is a sacred time for us to come together in faith and fellowship, as Hebrews 10:25 encourages. In this unity, we find our strength and connection to the culture of CHRIST’s Kingdom.
Come early to enjoy a delicious breakfast prepared by Minister Blues, Minister Lori, and our Church Servant Leaders. After the service, please stay for a special lunch, prepared and served by the Elders and the ministry led by Ministers Mason and Minister Elizabeth.
Childcare will be provided and overseen by Pastor Eric and Minister Emmarie, ensuring that everyone can participate in CHRIST’s blessed family. This service is a journey of faith and unity in CHRIST. Everyone is welcome!!

Please join us this Resurrection Sunday for our annual Easter presentation, "The King is Alive!" Thank you, Rev. Jamie Hsiao, and everyone who worked hard to prepare for this joyful day! We will have a congregational lunch right after the service, and we hope you will attend!

**Palm Sunday**

HE rides into Jerusalem in love and peace, preparing to lead us through HIS suffering, death, and resurrection toward a new relationship between us, the created, and the Creator of all that is seen and unseen. As the people cry out, “Save us,” as JESUS (YESHUA) moves closer to HIS death. HIS resurrection is promised, and a very different entrance into Jerusalem is yet to be fulfilled. Please join us as we cry out, “Save us, come Lord Jesus” (ADONAI YESHUA)

The Scriptures to read to prepare:
Zechariah 9:9
Matthew 21:1-11; Revelation 5:5;
Revelation 11:15; Revelation 19:11-16

We invite you to a worship service at Still Waters Community Church, located at 1590 Oakbrook Dr., Norcross, GA 30093. The service will begin at 11:15 a.m. This is a sacred time for us to come together in faith and fellowship, as Hebrews 10:25 encourages. In this unity, we find our strength and connection to the culture of CHRIST’s Kingdom.
Come early to enjoy a delicious breakfast prepared by Minister Blues, Minister Lori, and our Church Servant Leaders. After the service, please stay for a special lunch, prepared and served by the Elders and the ministry led by Ministers Mason and Minister Elizabeth.
Childcare will be provided and overseen by Pastor Eric and Minister Emmarie, ensuring that everyone can participate in CHRIST’s blessed family. This service is a journey of faith and unity in CHRIST. Everyone is welcome!!