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In this publication, we have combined the three publications from the Abundant Truth Overcomer Series. In this book, you will receive guidelines for walking in victory. You will learn how to recognize and defeat the plans of the enemy. You will realize that you can live holy. God has already promised you the victory. Prepare yourself. The time has come for you to live victoriously in Christ through overcoming the world, the flesh, and the devil. Titles included: 1. Overcoming the World: Biblical Insights for Victorious Christian Living 2. Overcoming the Flesh: Biblical Truths for Successful...

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 ...

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.

Jesus told the disciples that He would give us the keys to the Kingdom. We know that He spoke of authority and access. The Kingdom Citizens series is designed to help believers live daily as followers of Christ. Kingdom Citizens gives brief and vital information teaching Christians how to live under God’s rule in a world that is opposed to Christ. It is our prayer that you will be blessed by the materials presented. Jesus said that it is our Father’s good pleasure to give us the Kingdom. Titles included: Conformed to His Image: Biblical Studies in Predestination No Man Knows the Hour: ...

In this book, we will bring clarity to the roles of teachers, the functionality of the teaching ministry, and the expressions of the teaching gift. This study is comprised of 3 distinct works on the teaching office and gift: 1) The Building of the Teacher: The Preparation of the Teacher and the Teaching Disciple for Ministry and Service 2) Now Concerning Teachers: Establishing the Role of the Teacher in the Body of Christ 3) The Training of the Teaching Disciple: The Preparation of the Teaching Disciple for Ministry and Service It is our prayer that a greater understanding and appreciation ...

In this publication, we will discuss the guidelines for the aspirant C.O.G.I.C. Deacon. It is our endeavor to help those entering the deacon’s service ministry through providing supplemental support as they navigate the execution of their duties. In addition, we will provide basic protocols for the Deacon’s purpose and function.

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.

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 ...

Discipline means training that teaches one to obey rules and control his behavior. Is this not what God does with us as believers? He allows circumstances and situations to happen in our lives to teach and train us. In this publication, we will look closely at the place of God’s discipline in the Christian Life.

In this publication, we will discuss the ancillary or “other gifts” of the Spirit. These gifts are discussed by Paul in his letters to the Roman and the Corinthian churches. They bring balance to the sign and verbal gifts of the Spirit.

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 publication, we will explore the subject of false ministers. Jesus said that many would come in His name. As Christians, we need to be able to identify false ministers. Though some may appear like true Christians, the scriptures provide guidelines for their identification. It is our hope that those Christians will boldly expose these false ministers who endeavor to invade the Christian community.

What is a covenant? A biblical covenant is an agreement between God and man that governs their relationship. In the scriptures, a covenant was more than an impersonal contract, but a symbol of God’s faithfulness and man’s responsibility in worship. In both testaments, God established covenants with man. In this book, we will explore two foundational to God’s interaction with His creation; that is, the Adamic Covenant and the Noahic Covenant. As we explore these two Covenants, we will see God’s eternal purpose revealed, as well as the relevance of these covenants for the Christian ...

What does it mean to be a Christian man? Is his identity rooted in his service, career, or family? In this book, we will explore what defines the Christian male. It is time for Christian men to rise to the challenge of following Christ as true disciples and demonstrators of His grace, peace, and power.

UPDATED EDITION. The focus of this teaching and study material is to bring clarity and understanding to the apostolic and prophetic offices, and also to the apostolic and prophetic anointings. These lessons will help individuals to recognize the operations of these anointings in the lives of believers.

God set ministries within the Church; namely, the pastor and the teacher for its continuance. These ministries are important for the equipping and maturing of the saints. In the pages of this study, we will discuss the ministries of the pastor and of the teacher in detail.

In this book, we will explore the life of Samson, the Nazarite. Samson was known as God’s strong man. He possessed great physical strength through the Spirit of the Lord. He judged Israel for twenty years. However, his life and ministry ended early due to personal character flaws. Believers can learn from his mistakes and emulate his successes (he was listed as a hero of faith in Hebrews 11). It is our hope that Samson’s story will challenge believers to pursue righteousness in their service to the Lord.

In this book, we will examine the history and subsequent development of the Deacon's office in the Church. In addition, we will learn how the first men who were appointed to serve in the Church are the standard for which deacons and servants are to evaluate their service today. In doing so, the Church, deacons, and those called to serve will benefit from mutual understanding and cooperation.

In this publication, we will explore the second area of spiritual warfare that every Christian must face: the flesh. As believers we are given power to overcome the sinful impulses and compulsions of the flesh. We must remember that the power of sin is broken through Christ. In doing so, the believers’ spiritual life will be successful.