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This publication presents a solid introduction to the apostolic ministry. It will bring clarity and understanding to the apostolic office, the apostolic anointing, and apostleship. This information will help individuals to recognize the operations of this anointing in their lives and in the lives of others. It is our hope that believers will develop a greater respect and appreciation for the apostolic office and gift. For a full examination of the apostolic ministry, please see my book entitled “The Apostle Question: The Apostle Question: Exploring the Role of Apostles in the New ...

Under the Old Covenant, the priesthood belonged to Aaron and his sons. Since believers, by faith, are part of Christ's family line, they receive the ministry of the priesthood also. Under the Levitical system, there was one high priest among the priests. Christ was called a High Priest and not the only priest; thus, there has to be other priests that serve with Him. These other priests are those who have believed on Him. The believer receives kingship and priesthood through Jesus. To have a people of a royal priesthood has always been a part of God's plan for His people. It was His desire ...

The training of a teacher is oftentimes unending. God will allow disruption in every area of his life. It will prepare him for service. Those called to the teaching office should understand that preparation for ministry is in the development of godly character, characterized by love. If this is done, the teacher will never fail as he discharges his ministry. In this book, we will discuss how God builds the teacher for ministry.

When Jesus made us citizens of the Kingdom, it came with advantages. As members of the kingdom of God, we are eligible to partake of the outpouring of the Spirit. The books of Joel and Acts declare that the direct result of the outpouring of the Spirit of God would be revelation. Men and women could receive and communicate by the Spirit of God; two ways this is done is through dreams and visions. In this book, we will discuss the various aspects of dreams and visions. We will examine the different types of dreams and visions and how to apply them to our lives. Book 1 of 2.

In this publication, we will explore the third area of spiritual warfare that every Christian must face: the adversary, who is, the devil. As believers we are given authority over all evil spiritual forces. Peter admonished the believers to resist the devi and he will flee. Learn how to live an authoritative Christian life.

The ministry of the Holy Spirit is the prominent feature of the New Testament church. In the Old Testament God promised that His Spirit would be outpoured upon all flesh. On the day of Pentecost, God’s promise was fulfilled. In the pages of this book, the dynamics of the promise of the Father; that is, the baptism of the Holy Spirit and the gift of tongues will be explored.

In this publication, we will discuss the mandate of the expeditor and the master/mistress of ceremony in C.O.G.I.C. religious services. Protocols and procedures are given for the execution of this duty. In addition, spiritual guidelines and practical application are provided. The information will provide clarity and instruction for those fulfilling the ministry in the church.

This book brings clarity to the role of the prophet in the New Testament Church. In addition, it explores the prophetic person and the prophetic anointing. It is our prayer that believers will recognize the operation of the prophetic office and gift in the Church.

The focus of this book is to bring clarity and understanding to the teaching office and the teaching anointing. This information will help individuals to recognize the operations of this anointing in their lives and in the lives of others. It is our hope that believers will develop a greater respect and appreciation for the teaching office and gift.

The focus of this book is to bring clarity and understanding to the role of the apostle in the Church. Sound biblical answers to questions concerning the function of the apostle are answered. This information will help individuals to recognize the operations of this anointing in their lives and in the lives of others. It is our hope that believers will develop a greater respect and acceptance of the apostolic office and gift.

In this publication, we will explore the life of Manasseh, the son of Hezekiah. Manasseh is known for his ungodly rule in Judah. His atrocities while serving as king led to Judah's ultimate captivity in Babylon. However, we learn from the biblical record that Manasseh turned from his wickedness to serve the Lord. Believers can learn from his story. It reveals the depths of God s mercy and His willingness to forgive and restore. It is our hope that this story will challenge believers to forsake anything that displeases the Lord. In addition, our intent is to provoke a greater appreciation ...

In this book, we will bring clarity to the roles of pastors, the functionality of pastoral ministry, and the expressions of the pastoral gift. This study is comprised of 4 distinct works on the pastoral office and gift: 1. The Yoking of the Pastor: The Preparation of the Pastor for Ministry and Service 2. I Will Give You Pastors: Examining the Pastoral Office in the New Testament Church 3. Keys to Pastoral Ministry and Recovery: Help for Wounded Healer 4. The Perfecting of the Pastoral Person: The Preparation of the Pastoral Person for Ministry and Service It is our prayer that a greater ...

In this commentary, we will examine the shortest book of the Old Testament; the prophecy of Obadiah. It serves as a warning to the nations of God's righteous judgment coming upon the earth. The Christian is reminded of God's faithfulness which will extend to His rule for all eternity.

Birthed out of the Adventist movements of the 1800's, the Watchtower Society, known commonly as Jehovah's Witnesses, has become a worldwide religious organization. Though it claims to be the true Christian religion approved by Jesus Christ, controversy overshadows it to the present day. In this publication, we will examine the doctrines of the Watchtower Society and provide Christians with orthodox biblical responses to their truth claims.

The gift of prophecy is an awesome gift. Paul instructed us to covet prophesy. The focus of this book is to bring clarity to the gift of prophecy, prophetic operations, and to the pitfalls associated with prophetic ministry. This information will help individuals to rediscover the purpose of the prophetic gift in the Church.

False ministers come in varying categories; that is, they demonstrate their false ministries in differing guises and gimmicks. In this publication, we want to explore five common types of false workers and ministers in the Church. As members of the Kingdom of God, we should be able to recognize and expose false ministers who try to infiltrate the Church.

This publication presents a solid introduction to the prophetic ministry. It will bring clarity and understanding to the prophetic office, the prophetic anointing, and the gift of prophecy. This information will help individuals to recognize the operations of this anointing in their lives and in the lives of others. It is our hope that believers will develop a greater respect and appreciation for the prophetic office and gift. For a full examination, please see my book, “If They Be Prophets: An Examination of the Prophetic Office and Gift.”

In this publication, we will discuss the ministry of the C.O.G.I.C. Elder. It is our endeavor to help those entering ministry having supplemental support as they navigate the execution of their ministries. In addition, we will provide basic protocols for the Elder’s purpose and function.

The focus of this book is to bring clarity and understanding to the pastoral office and the pastoral anointing. This information will help individuals to recognize the operations of this anointing in their lives and in the lives of others. It is our hope that believers will develop a greater respect and appreciation for the pastoral office and gift. For a full examination, please see my book, “I Will Give You Pastors: Examining the Pastoral Office in the New Testament Church."

In this study, we will examine the parable of the unmerciful servant. This parable expresses the responsibility of the believer to forgive (Matthew 18:21-35). When Peter asked Christ about forgiveness, He responded to him with this parable. Within this story, we see the unlimited forgiveness of God. In addition, we discover the responsibility of His servants to be like him. Let us learn to forgive others as God, for Christ’s sake, forgave us. As we learn from these parables, we will stay on the path to true discipleship.