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School of Wisdom (Form) & Bethel Bishop's College (Virtual)
Psalms 50:5
Bethel Bishops’ College (Virtual)
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Philosophy of Appointments
Text: Deut. 1: 9-18, Titus 1: 5-9, I Tim. 3:1-7
“ The Greek word for ‘Bishop’ is episkopos and refers to an Overseer. Here, of course, Paul had in mind the office of the Pastor.
Another name found in the New Testament which may refer to this same position is ‘elder’ (Presbuteros in the Greek). These two terms, bishop and elder, are often used interchangeably (Acts 20:17-28; Titus 1: 5-7). The former Term (bishop) speaks of his office responsibility, while the latter term (elder) refers to his spiritual maturity.
Willmington’s Guide to the Bible, Page 706
The Greek Scholar Kenneth Wuest writes:
“The word Bishop is the translation of a Greek word used in secular pursuits of an overseer in any capacity, for instance, the official in Charge of the repairing of a Temple or an officer in an army. The Word itself means ‘to look upon’. Paul uses it as another name for an elder, the latter being the title of the office so far as statutes in the Church is concerned, the former being the title that indicated the responsibility and Activity of the office, that of overseeing the spiritual welfare of the local Church. He brings the two names together as designating one individual in Acts. 20:17,28
(Word studies in Philippians, p.28)
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Bishop’s Qualifications
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Quotation
A man must have a great heart if he would have a great congregation. His heart should be as capacious as those noble harbours along our coast, which contain sea room for a fleet. When a man has a large, loving heart, men go to him as ships to a haven, and feel at peace when they have anchored under the lee of his friendship. Such a man is hearty in private as well as in public; his blood is not cold and fishy, but he is warm as your own fireside. No pride and selfishness chill you when you approach him; he has his doors all open to receive you, and you are at home with him at once. Such men I would persuade you to be, every one of you.”- C.H. Spurgeon
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Qualifications for a Bishop (Arch)
1. Must be born again
2. A good voice
3. Naturalness of manners
4. Self-possession
5. A good knowledge of scripture and of common things
6. Ability to adapt himself to any congregation
7. Good illustrative powers
8. Zeal, Prudence and common sense
9. A large loving heart
10. Sincere belief in all he says
11. Entire dependence on the Holy Spirit
12. A close walk with God by prayer
13. A consistent walk before men by a holy life
14. A humble desire to always learn
15. Prudent with funds
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Courses For Bishop College
1. Episcopalian History
2. How to dress (Know the Vestments)
3. How to address other members of the Clergy
4. How to eat in Public
5. How to behave in Public
6. How to use the Skull Cap
7. How to sign your name
8. How to relate with government of nations
9. How to prepare the Episcopalian Ceremony
10. How to manage finances
11. How to engage in an Episcopalian visit of other Churches
12. How to pray in public as Bishop
13. How to relate with non Christians
14. Privileges and Authority of the Bishop
15. How to delegate responsibilities
16. Bishops should have one blind eye and one deaf ear
17. How to control your Family as a Bishop
18. How a Bishop can encourage himself when he is in a fainting mood
19. Boldness: A very powerful weapon for establishing a Bishopric aura in any given area. The Bishop should be firm for his principles and bold to avow and defend them in all companies. When a fair opportunity occurs, or he has managed to create one, let him not be slow to make use of it. Strong in his principles, earnest in his tone, and affectionate in heart, let him speak out like a man and thank God for the privilege.
20. A Bishop should not frequent rich men’s table
21. How to package the Bishop’s Seal, Logo and stationeries
22. How to avoid wearing the Episcopalian starch
23. Canon Law of the ICU and the professional conduct of the Clergy
24. Structural reform proposal for Hierarchy in the Episcopacy
25. Self Image, Self Worth, and Inferiority Complex
26. Posture, Action, Gesture in the EpiscopacyPlease fill the form below and write an essay on why you are joining the college and requesting Consecration.
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SCHOOL OF WISDOM
EVALUATION FOR ADMISSION FORM (PLEASE FILL IN BLOCKS)
NAME:_________________________________________________________________
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STATUS: [A.] MALE [B.] FEMALE
1.) HOW MANY BOOKS DO WE HAVE IN THE WHOLE BIBLE?
A.39B.27
C.66
D.99
2.) 2+2 equalsA.2
B.1
C.5
D.4
3.) 2 MULTIPLIED BY 2 EQUALSA.4
B.8
C.2
D.1
4.) WHAT IS THE BASIS OF YOUR FAITH?A. TRINITY
B. UNITARIAN
C. OTHER FAITHS
5.) IF YOU SELECTED B. OR C. PLEASE EXPLAIN BELOW:
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6.) WHO PROVIDES CHRISTIAN SALVATION?
A. ONLY ONE ONE PATH IN CHRIST
B. GOD WILL SAVE ALL PEOPLE
C. GOD HAS CHOSEN THOSE WHO WILL BE SAVED
D. I DON’T KNOW
7.) IF YOU SELECTED B. OR C. PLEASE EXPLAIN BELOW:
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8.) YOUR POSITION ON ACCEPTABLE CHRISTIAN LIFESTYLE
A. HOMOSEXUAL
B. HETEROSEXUAL
C. OTHER ALTERNATIVE LIFESTYLE
9.) CHRISTIANS ARE SAVED BYA. FAITH
B. GOOD WORKS
C. INTELLIGENCE
D. BOTH A&B
10.) DO YOU ACCEPT CHRIST AS YOUR PERSONAL SAVIOUR?A. NO
B. YES
C. NOT SURE
11.) HAVE YOU BEEN CALLED BY THE LORD?
A. NOT SUREB. NO
C. YES
D. HOPE TO BE
12.) HAVE YOU RECEIVED ANY THEOLOGICAL TRAINING?
A. I HAVE RECEIVED SOME EDUCATION
B. I NEED TO STUDY MORE
C. I HAVE WORKED IN THE MINISTRY
D. I HAVE READ THE BIBLE ENOUGH GOD WILL LEAD ME
13.) DO YOU BELIEVE IN THE APOSTLES’ CREED ?
WRITE IT DOWN BELOW:
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14.) DO YOU HAVE OTHER DOCTRINAL BELIEFS? PLEASE WRITE THEM ON AN EXTRA SHEET.
15.) WHY DO YOU NEED THIS TRAINING? WRITE AN ESSAY ABOUT YOURSELF.
16.) SEND THE NAMES OF TWO REFEREES WITH THEIR CONTACT ADDRESSES INCLUDING PHONE NUMBER AND EMAIL ADDRESSES.
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17.) AFTER THE TRAINING WHAT DO YOU HOPE TO DO WITH YOUR CERTIFICATE AND KNOWLEDGE ACQUIRED?
A. SECURE A JOBB. START A MINISTRY
C. WORK WITH A MINISTRY
D. SECURE A SECULAR JOB
18.) DO YOU HAVE ANY POSSIBLE SPONSOR?
A. YESB. NO
C. I WILL SPONSOR MYSELF
D. I NEED ONE
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GENERAL COURSES
1. Apologetics – studying heresies, Ancient & modern
2. Bible survey – Matthew Hendricksen
3. The call to the ministry
4. The minister’s self-watch
5. The necessity of ministerial progress
6. The ministers fainting fits
7. The minister’s need of decision for the Truth
8. Conversion, as the minister’s aim
9. Ministers with few apparatus
10. The ministers need of the Holy spirit
11. The History of open-air preaching
12. The ministers posture, action, gesture
13. The ministers earnestness: its marring and maintenance
14. Uses of Anecdotes & illustrations
15. The ministers private & public prayer
16. The ministers ordinary lifestyle
17. Sermons and the choice of texts
18. Extempore preaching
19. Literature: The Canterbury tales by Chaucer Geoffrey
20. Solving Bible difficulties
21. The minister in a multimedia generation – Mike Murdock and Genesis Dawuda
22. Principles of administration
23. Pre – marital counseling
24. Proactive conflict management
25. Christianity in Nigeria (Nigerian church history)
26. Spiritual warfare
27. The pastor and his duties as a leader
28. The parables of Jesus
29. Worship in the contemporary church
30. The Art of mentoring
31. Bible summary
32. Biblical inspiration, Translation and Hermeneutics
33. The church: How Jesus builds it
34. Managing conflict
35. Making disciples
36. Human resources management
37. Human and organization development
38. Developing a church wide approach to outreach and evangelism
39. Counseling Youth
40. Dealing with suffering
41. Early church history
42. Essential church doctrines
43 Communication for growth from pupils to few
44. Biblical foundation for self awareness
45. Chaplain in Action: A “how to” course for aspiring and currently practicing chaplains. Hospital and nursing home visitation, and other activities critical to chaplaincy are covered
46. Ecumenism: A study on the unity of the universal church. Human organization and spirit – led organization
48. Marriage counseling
49. Small group dynamics
50. Research and writing
51 Philosophical problem of evil
52. Understanding sexual addictions and the biblical process for deliverance
53. Caring for the ill
54. Christian education for the church
55. Counseling in death and grief
56. The church and society
57. The church and dynamism of the times
58. Charismatic and ascension ministry gifts
59. Eschatology
60. Sports in ministry and drama, music, visual arts
61. professional conduct of a minister/ how to address other clergy
62. CANON LAW
63. CHURCH Creeds
64. Morals: from an Atheist’s point of view
65. An enquiry concerning human understanding of miracles – David Humes
66. Dialogues concerning natural religion: David Humes criticizes the church about her function in society
67. MPI – making people important
68. Questionnaire: How influential are you?
69. Vision : understanding, preparing and achieving it
70. The life and teachings of Christ
71. Church liturgy: vestments and their meanings cassocks, chasuble, rings, accessories, bishops staff, gloves, mitre, cope dressing ethics etc
72. Law enforcement chaplaincy
73. Ministry responsibility
74. Readings in biblical archaeology
75. Moral theories in the history of philosophy
76. Women’s issues in counseling
77. The medical aspects of pregnancy and abortion
78. Issues and behaviours for building a Healthy adoptive family.
79. Leadership mentoring program for women
80. Introduction to pregnancy counseling
81. Fundamentals of counseling
82. Expository preaching and spiritual growth.
83. Doctoral writing project
84. Counseling a woman of Trauma
85. Communication for managers and administrators
86. Comparative analysis of humanistic psychology and the basics of biblical theology
DOCTRINE
1. Doctrine of the Trinity
2. Doctrine of the Son
3. Doctrine of the Father
4. Doctrine of the Holy spirit
5. Doctrine of the Man
6. Doctrine of the Church
7. Doctrine of Sin
8. Doctrine of Salvation
9. Doctrine of Satan
10. Doctrine of Angels
11. Doctrine of Bible
12. Doctrine of Prophecy
- Bible summary – A step – by step brief summation each of the 66 books in the bible. The key verse and central thought of each chapter included.
- Law enforcement chaplaincy: A course designed by an experienced law enforcement chaplain to train you to be a prepared and effective chaplain as you interact with law enforcement agencies.
- Genesis : To present and expose students to the study of the book of Genesis as a whole; to enable students to recognize and interpret individual characters; to evaluate biblical teaching about origins and to examine the initial periods in the unfolding of God’s covenant of grace; to apply that knowledge in the students ministry.
- Godnomics: God economic laws and principles governing kingdom commerce using other ancient books to cast our minds backward to simple financial thrift ideas "The Richest man in Babylon" by George Clason-Evidences for the divine inspiration of the bible.
- Critical analysis of a structure of the city church.
- Cyclorama of the bible: to introduce the student to a wide summary of the events of biblical history teach general themes and purposes to others.
- Pentecostal theology: introduces the students to the study of the basic components of Pentecostal theology and helps to identify and describe its key historical features. This course is highly recommended for those students with a Pentecostal background.
- The book of Daniel: An exciting and innovative course which takes the student back to the experiences of Daniel and his ministry. Rich in eschatology and history
- Jerusalem, Past, Present and future
- The Christian History of the United States.
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Fundamental principles of ministry
by Apostle Dr. Genesis A. Dawuda
Definition:
Principle: A beginning, origin, element. A general truth; a law comprehending many subordinate truths; a method or rule adopted as the basis for action or conduct; uprightness; as, a man of principle; the primary source from which anything proceeds; a basic doctrine or tenet; an underlying cause; a law on which others are founded or from which others are derived.
Synonym: Axiom, canon, formula, guide, law, maxim, method, order, precept, propriety, regulation, standard, statute, system, authority, control, direction, dominion, government, jurisdiction, mastery, reign, sovereignty, rule.
Antonym: Chance, deviation, exception, hazard, irregularity, anarchy, chaos, misrule.
MINISTER, MINISTRY
A distinctive biblical idea that means "to serve" or "servant." In the Old Testament the word servant was used primarily for court servants (1 Kings 10:5; Est 1:10). During the period between the Old and New Testaments, it came to be used in connection with ministering to the poor. This use of the word is close to the work of the seven in waiting on tables in the New Testament (Acts 6:1-7).
In reality, all believers are "ministers." The apostle Paul urged the true pastor-teacher to "equip the saints" so they can minister to one another (Eph 4:11-12). The model, of course, is Jesus, who "did not come to be served, but to serve" (Mark 10:45). His service is revealed in the fact that He gave "His life a ransom for many" (Matt 20:28).
Jesus' servanthood radically revised the ethics of Jew and Greek alike, because He equated service to God with service to others. When we minister to the needs of the hungry or the lonely, we actually minister to Christ (Matt 25:31-46). And when we fail to do so, we sin against God (James 2:14-17; 4:17). In this light, all who took part in the fellowship of service were ministers.
The concept is strengthened when the use of the Greek word doulos is noted. This was the term for a bondslave, one who was offered his freedom but who voluntarily surrendered that freedom in order to remain a servant. This idea typified Jesus' purpose, as described by Paul in Phil 2:7. This passage alludes to the "servant of God" teaching of Isa 52-54. Truly Christ fulfilled this exalted calling, because His life was dedicated to the needs of others.
Following our Savior's example, all believers are bondslaves of God (Rom 1:1; Gal 1:10; Col 4:12). We are to perform "good deeds" to all men, with a responsibility especially to fellow Christians (Gal 6:10; Heb 10:24).
Our unselfish service should especially be rendered through our spiritual gifts, which are given by God to the saints in order that they might minister to one another (1 Peter 4:10). These gifts consist of both spiritual and practical gifts (1 Cor 12:28). They are distributed to various members of the church so that the union of believers can be expressed in loving service. In Eph 4:7-11 the offices of apostles, prophets, evangelists, etc., are described as divine "gifts" to the church. This is the one place where the officers of the church might be linked with the term minister. In a special way these officers do "minister" to the church-the apostles through their inspired leadership; the prophets through their inspired preaching and even foretelling; the evangelists through their traveling missionary work; and the pastor-teachers through their service in local congregations. Yet their primary service was to equip all saints for ministry.
The concepts of minister and ministry must be broadened today to include all the members of a church. The common concept of the pastor as the professional minister must be discarded, because the biblical pattern is for him to be the one who trains the congregation for ministry. All the saints are responsible for loving and ministering in various ways to one another, using the spiritual gifts distributed to each by the Holy Spirit.
(from Nelson's Illustrated Bible Dictionary, Copyright © 1986, Thomas Nelson Publishers)
Matthew 10:7 (Preach the kingdom of God) Central message of the Gospels; and the Word of God. Jesus never sent them to go preach about Him but the Kingdom of God because He is the King of that Kingdom and we are princes and kings in that Kingdom.
Text: Heb. 6:1-2
Therefore leaving the principles of the doctrine of Christ, let us go on unto perfection; not laying again the foundation of repentance from dead works, and of faith toward God, of the doctrine of baptisms, and of laying on of hands, and of resurrection of the dead and of eternal judgment.
We can’t talk about this without declaring our faith in the Apostle’s Creed.
There are six basic Biblical Fundamental Principles of Ministry. These are;
1. Repentance from dead works: is the foundational doctrine of the faith of the gospel. To repent is to change. It is turning from sin. Repentance is to be preached by our ministry (Luke 24:47) If people repent, their sins are forgiven. Conversion is made up of two important stages i.e. Turning away from sin and Turning towards God in faith or Having faith in God.
2. Faith toward God: Follows repentance. When we repent we turn from one thing to another; we turn from sin, we turn toward God through faith in Christ. The gospel of Jesus Christ is to be preached so people will come to faith in God through Him.
3. Doctrine of baptisms: While plural, primarily refers to baptism in water in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit, following the practice of the Apostles in the book of Acts. In Romans 6, Paul teaches the doctrine of baptism. Peter teaches on baptism in 1 Peter 3:20-22. Both apostles teach that, through baptism, the believer is raised in resurrection life.
4. Laying on of hands: Primarily refers to receiving the Holy Spirit. When Saul(Paul) was saved, the disciple Ananias came and laid hands on him. Saul was healed and filled with the Holy Spirit.
5. Resurrection of the dead: refers to our walk in the resurrection power of Jesus Christ. There are three important aspects of this doctrine; Jesus Christ literally rose from the dead; through His resurrection we receive eternal life[new birth]; thirdly, every soul will rise, some to the resurrection of the just and some to resurrection of damnation (John 5:28-29)
6. Eternal judgment: Is the doctrine of eternal states, understanding that there are rewards and punishments and understanding that the church is to come into the place of true judgment in Christ.
These must be properly laid before the church can grow to perfection, maturity and completion.
Earlier, I took time to define what the term principle is about. If we browse through the synonyms you’ll believe with me that the word Principle has so many colourful words that can replace it.
And for the antonym, as few as they are, so also should we not despise or underestimate it; each word carries with it very heavy meanings of failure and chaos.
If your ministry is not built on the fundamental principles of the Doctrines of Christ, it will inevitably be destroyed by chance, deviation, chaos, anarchy, hazard, irregularity, misrule and exception.
Nobody wants to be tagged or labeled a hazard but so many people’s lives is heading towards that direction without them knowing.
· If you have not repented from dead works, then you are a chaos about to happen.
· If you don’t have faith toward God, then you have deviated from God.
· If you don’t build on the doctrines of baptisms, then you are in anarchy against your God.
· If you don’t respect the Laying on of hands, then you are misruled.
· If you don’t believe in the resurrection of the dead, then your life’s a hazard.
· If you don’t prepare your life for eternal judgment, then you have left your life to chance.
From Heb.5:12-14, we see the background of Heb. 6:1-3 in which it is the writer’s desire that we be
1. Teachers (Mentors, Masters, Trainers)
2. Of full age (Age of fullness) Always full of the Holy Spirit, Wisdom etc. Jesus was, so also the Apostles and deacons.
3. Able to exercise our senses to discern both good and evil. An absolutely spirit controlled temperament. The Holy Spirit controls your spirit man; the word controls your mind and strengthens your will to be firm in controlling your senses. (Leaving the realms of Growing babes, unskillful in the works of righteousness). Remember, the Holy Bible stated that, righteousness exalts a nation and sin is a reproach to a people.
The Gospel according to Matthew 5:16 “Let your light so shine that they may see your good works and glorify your father which is in heaven.”
Stewardship and the Fruit of the Holy Spirit are also fundamental principles. The latter will be taken care of in Character Development.
But stewardship is very important.
Apostle Dr. Genesis A. Dawuda is the Administrator, Centre For World Rebirth, and presiding Bishop for Yeshua Embassy Network of Churches Int’l Inc USA, Plateau State and North West zone of Nigeria 7th Floor J.D. Gomwalk House, Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria. Phone: +234 8028063695; E-mail: centreforworldrebirth@yahoo.com ; info@drgenesis.com Website: www.drgenesis.com ; www.my.opera.com/theark ; www.ourchurch.com/member/a/api ; Genesis is on Facebook and Black Preaching Network.
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Biblical Principle of Success and Teamwork
By Apostle Dr. Genesis A. Dawuda
Text: Col. 4:17
And say to Archipus, Take heed to the ministry which thou hast received in the Lord, that thou fulfill it.
We must first and foremost register it in our heart and mind that whatever service we want to offer in the household of God is received in the Lord in order for us to fulfill it.
Archipus received his ministry from the Lord, and he was charged to fulfill it.
Definition:
Principle: A beginning, origin, element. A general truth; a law comprehending many subordinate truths; a method or rule adopted as the basis for action or conduct; uprightness; as, a man of principle; the primary source from which anything proceeds; a basic doctrine or tenet; an underlying cause; a law on which others are founded or from which others are derived.
Synonym: Axiom, canon, formula, guide, law, maxim, method, order, precept, propriety, regulation, standard, statute, system, authority, control, direction, dominion, government, jurisdiction, mastery, reign, sovereignty, rule.
Antonym: Chance, deviation, exception, hazard, irregularity, anarchy, chaos, misrule.
The following dynamics will help you in locating the right company to work with according to 1 Cor. 16:1-ff
a. Find a company that supports you economically. Vs 1-3
b. Learn to trust and delegate. Vs 3
c. Partner with those that can recommend you to others as co-workers or Team member. Vs 10-11
d. Take time to communicate by explaining any failure in executing any plan. Vs 12
e. Learn to and don’t forget to always encourage your team.
f. Addict yourselves to the ministry of the saints. Vs 15
g. Submit yourselves to helpers and labourers. Vs 16
h. Acknowledge people who refresh your spirit. Vs 18; 1 Thess. 5:12; Eph. 6:21,22
i. Team up with those that salute you from afar; those who send you greetings. Vs 19,20
j. Sign your encouragement letters, Cards, books, gifts, with your own hand before sending it across to your team. vs 21
k. Always beg for prayers; that God would grant you(open doors) of utterance, to speak the right words at the right time. Col 4:3
l. Obey this charge from Apostle Paul. Read the whole chapter of 2 Tim. 4:1-ff
m. Always request and pray for boldness, you’ll always need it. Eph. 6:18-20; Phil. 1:20; Acts 4:13,31
n. Learn to encourage yourself. Gal. 6:9-10
o. Nobody can fight the truth, always stand on the side of the truth, even if you are left alone. 2 Cor. 13:8
p. Small things grow big; despise not the days of small things. Job 8:7, Zech. 4:10
q. Don’t faint in adversity. Prov. 24:10
r. Set God’s laws as your number one(1) principle. Josh. 1:8,9; Deut. 28; 1 Chron. 22:13
s. Tithing: Mal 3:10
t. Be disciplined, Job 31:1
u. Stubborn life issues respond only to fasting, prayers and vows. Mark 9:29; Gen. 28:20-22; Jonah 2:1-ff
v. Fear God. Prov. 1:7
Apostle Dr. Genesis A. Dawuda is the Administrator, Centre For World Rebirth, and presiding Bishop for Yeshua Embassy Network of Churches Int’l Inc USA, Plateau State and North West zone of Nigeria 7th Floor J.D. Gomwalk House, Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria. Phone: +234 8028063695; E-mail: centreforworldrebirth@yahoo.com ; info@drgenesis.com
Website: www.my.opera.com/theark ; www.ourchurch.com/member/a/api ; www.drgenesis.com
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The Ministry of Prayer By Apostle Dr. Genesis A. Dawuda
Text: Col. 4:12
Epaphras, who is one of you, a servant of Christ, saluteth you, always laboring fervently for you in prayers, that ye may stand perfect and complete in the will of God.
I Chron. 4:9,10. Jabez prayed and God answered his request.
Definition
Prayer: The act of asking for a favor with earnestness; a petition, supplication, entreaty; that which is asked; a solemn petition addressed to an object of worship. That part of a petition to a public body, which specifies the thing desired to be done or granted.
PRAYER
Communication with God. Because God is personal, all people can offer prayers. However, sinners who have not trusted Jesus Christ for their salvation remain alienated from God. So while unbelievers may pray, they do not have the basis for a rewarding fellowship with God. They have not met the conditions laid down in the Bible for effectiveness in prayer.
Christians recognize their dependence upon their Creator. They have every reason to express gratitude for God's blessings. But they have far more reason to respond to God than this. They respond to the love of God for them. God's love is revealed through the marvelous incarnation and life of Christ, His atoning provision at the Cross, His resurrection, as well as His continuing presence through the Holy Spirit.
Prayer cannot be replaced by devout good works in a needy world. Important as service to others is, at times we must turn away from it to God, who is distinct from all things and over all things. Neither should prayer be thought of as a mystical experience in which people lose their identity in the infinite reality. Effective prayer must be a scripturally informed response of persons saved by grace to the living God who can hear and answer on the basis of Christ's payment of the penalty which sinners deserved. As such, prayer involves several important aspects.
Faith. The most meaningful prayer comes from a heart that places its trust in the God who has acted and spoken in the Jesus of history and the teachings of the Bible. God speaks to us through the Bible, and we in turn speak to Him in trustful, believing prayer. Assured by the Scripture that God is personal, living, active, all-knowing, all-wise, and all-powerful, we know that God can hear and help us. A confident prayer life is built on the cornerstone of Christ's work and words as shown by the prophets and apostles in the Spirit-inspired writings of the Bible.
Worship. In worship we recognize what is of highest worth-not ourselves, others, or our work, but God. Only the highest divine being deserves our highest respect. Guided by Scripture, we set our values in accord with God's will and perfect standards. Before God, angels hide their faces and cry, "Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of hosts" (Isa 6:3).
Confession. Awareness of God's holiness leads to consciousness of our own sinfulness. Like the prophet Isaiah, we exclaim, "Woe is me, for I am undone! Because I am a man of unclean lips, and I dwell in the midst of a people of unclean lips; for my eyes have seen the King, the Lord of hosts" (Isa 6:5). By sinning we hurt ourselves and those closest to us; but first of all, and worst of all, sin is against God (Ps 51:4). We must confess our sins to God to get right with Him. We need not confess them to another being. But we should confess them directly to God, who promises to forgive us of all our unrighteousness (1 John 1:9)
(from Nelson's Illustrated Bible Dictionary, Copyright © 1986, Thomas Nelson Publishers)
According to E.W. Kenyon, Prayer is communicating to God about His Word (promises) in other words prayer is reflecting God’s word back to Him concerning your needs.
· How do we pray we pray all kinds of prayer? We pray through the wonderful and mediating name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth. Prayers cannot be done through any other name.
· Why must we pray? Because God commanded us to pray and His house is meant to be the House of Prayer for all nations. He said in Jere. 33:1 call unto me and I’ll shew you great and mighty things that thou knowest not.
According to Eph. 6: 18, There are different kinds of prayer.
1. Prayer by Martyrs in Heaven: Rev.6:9-11; here they are asking God when will they be avenged of their blood.
2. Thanksgiving:
3. Petition:
4. Corporate Prayer: Where two or three people are gathered corporate prayer is said to take be able to take place. The whole church can participate in corporate prayer but sin and disunity can make it ineffective. When the Church were gathered praying for the release of Apostle Peter from jail, they were in one accord and upright in heart. When they prayed for Boldness too, they were also in one accord. Acts
5. Supplication: 1 Tim. 2:1,2
6. Confession: Mark 11:23
7. Request:
8. Asking and Receiving: Matt. 7:7
9. Seeking: seeking to know God’s will about a matter, Jesus prayed seeking to know God’s will concerning the Cross. The bible says seek and you shall find. Gideon used this to pray when he wanted to know God’s will. Gideon and the fleece test.
10. Knocking:Matt. 7:7
11. Inquiring: To seek God’s counsel and guidance. The phrase occurs often in the Old Testament (Gen. 25:22; Judge 20:27; 2 Sam. 2:1). Methods through which God made His will known included the Pillar of the cloud and fire, His Shekinah glory, the Urim and Thummim, and the words of the prophets. Whenever Israel is going to battle they inquired of the Lord.(Nelson’s Bible dictionary)
12. Requiring:
13. Warfare: Attached is a material on Spiritual warfare. There is no more authoritative pattern than this one.
14. Funeral prayer: Ashes to ashes, dust to dust. (Job) The Lord giveth and the Lord taketh blessed be the name of the Lord.
15. Blowing the Shofar prayer: Walls of Jericho; Numb. 10:3-10; Lev. 25:9-10; Joel 2:1
16. Repentance: The prayer of the Wicked is an Abomination unto the Lord. So before God will hear a sinner’s prayer, he must start here.
17. Intercession: Praying to God on the behalf of another. Rom 8:26. The Holy Spirit helps us to intercede for others with words that we cannot understand. We too intercede consciously once we are praying for another. But the most sacred one is inspired by the Holy Spirit when He feels like, wherever he chooses to inspire someone to pray.
18. Prayer of baptism: Done in the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.
19. Prevailing prayer unto peace: Isaiah 62:1-2; Gen. 32:28
20. Travailing prayer unto birth: Gal. 4:19; 1 Thess. 2:9; 2Thess.3:8; Col. 4:12
21. Prayer of agreement: If two or three people shall agree as touching anything it shall be done. Matt. 18:19
22. Worship is a form of prayer: This you do singing to the Lord God of your Salvation.
23. Dedication: This is done in order to offer people and possessions to God for protection and blessings; for new born babes, for adults, houses, cars, and others
24. Ordination prayer: For priests, pastors, deacons for the service of the most high God
25. Consecration Prayer: For Priests and Bishops and vessels of the Temple. Also for the Holy Communion
26. Binding and Loosing: whatsoever you bind on earth is bound in heaven, whatsoever you loose on earth is loosed in heaven. You bind devils in the name of Jesus only. Matt. 18:18
27. Watching: Sometimes after prayer we watch out for the result while it still in prayer mood. Eliazer, Abraham’s Servant when he was sent to go look for a wife for his master’s son, Isaac. It is also applicable for the position one takes during the night-vigil prayer.
28. Prayer of faith: Praying over the sick by the elders of the Church. James 5:15
29. Fervent Prayer: Elijah’s Prayer for Drought, rain and fire. James 5:16
30. Prayer of the wicked: This prayer is an abomination unto the Lord.
31. The prayer of condemnation: When the Church prays and hands someone over to the Devil.
32. Nuptial prayer: What God has joined together, let no man put asunder.
33. Mediating prayer: Present day prayer ministry by Jesus at the right hand of the father.
Postures in Prayer:
1. Bowing down
2. Kneeling down
3. On the bed
4. Laying on the floor
5. Holding the horn of the Altar
6. Kneeling and raising the hands up
7. Standing and raising the hands up
8. Closing the eyes
9. Opening the eyes
10. Holding hands for corporate prayer
Apostle Dr. Genesis A. Dawuda is the Administrator, Centre For World Rebirth, and presiding Bishop for Yeshua Embassy Network of Churches Int’l Inc USA, Plateau State and North West zone of Nigeria 7th Floor J.D. Gomwalk House, Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria. Phone: +234 8028063695; E-mail: centreforworldrebirth@yahoo.com ; info@drgenesis.com Website: www.my.opera.com/theark ; www.ourchurch.com/member/a/api ; www.drgenesis.com
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The Ministry of the Word By Apostle Dr. Genesis A. Dawuda
Text: Acts 6:1-8
Definition: Ministry-Service
Word: A speech sound or combination of speech sounds, or its representation, used as the smallest unit of meaningful communication by language; any single linguistic unit that forms a grammatical part of speech; something said; a vocable. A short talk or conversation; as, to have a word with someone, an expression or utterance; as, a word of praise; an authoritative utterance; command; as, the father’s word was law; assurance; promise; as, to give one’s word; news; information; as, to send word of an occurrence; rumour; a verbal signal; watchword; password; Logos; the Scriptures, preceded by the speech; talk; discourse; conversation. Phrase; to express in words; Be as good as one’s words; by word of mouth; in a word; take one at his word; the last word; and word for word.
Word of God: God’s revealed will, Jere. 29:20: Title of Christ. Rev. 19:13
Revelation: God (Sender)
Inspiration: Holy Spirit through the writers of the scriptures (Messenger)
Illumination: Revelation knowledge (Decoder or reader)
The Word of God is known as personality and a revelation; these are the greek Logos (the very expression of the will of God) and the Rhema (The revealed word of God often known as revelation knowledge).
WORD OF GOD
The means by which God makes Himself known, declares His will, and brings about His purposes. The phrases such as word of God, and word of the Lord are applied to the commanding word of God that brought creation into existence (Gen 1; 2 Peter 3:5) and also destroyed that same world through the waters of the Flood (2 Peter 3:6); to God's announcement of an impending or future act of judgment (Ex 9:20-21; 1 Kings 2:27); to the word that declares God's commitment and promises His blessing (Gen 15:1,4); and to a particular instruction from God (Josh 8:27).
The term word of God is also used of the Ten Commandments given from Mount Sinai (Deut 5:5); of the whole Mosaic Law (Isa 2:3); of specific parts of the Old Testament (Rom 9:6; 1 Tim 4:5); of a more personal communication from God (1 Sam 3:21; 15:10); of the directive of God that set in motion John the Baptist's ministry (Luke 3:2); of Jesus' message of the kingdom of God (Luke 8:11); of the gospel as preached in the early church (Acts 4:31); and finally of the Lord Jesus Christ Himself (Rev 19:13).
God's word is the primary means by which He is present and working in the world. He is not Himself part of this world, but He acts in it by means of His word. He becomes personally known through His word (1 Sam 3:21). His word is powerfully creative (Ezek 37:4) and its purposes are irresistible (Isa 55:11; Jer 23:29). God's word is totally dependable; it represents His permanent commitment (Isa 40:8). When heard and responded to, His word meets deep needs in the human heart and provides joy, satisfaction, and confident direction which can be achieved in no other manner (Deut 8:3; Ps 119:162; Jer 15:16). God's word has the power to penetrate all pretense and discern "the thoughts and intents of the heart" (Heb 4:12).
God's speaking of His word reaches a culmination in the sending of His Son (John 1:1,14; Heb 1:1-2). All that is true of God's earlier word is supremely true of Jesus. The gospel of Jesus Christ is, in a special way, the word of God as it makes known and brings into operation the reconciliation with God which is His purpose for mankind (2 Cor 5:18-19). So central is the gospel to the purpose of God in this world that the successful spread of the gospel is the growth of the word of God (Acts 12:24).
Not only Jesus' message, but also all that He is communicates God to us. He Himself is described as the word of God (John 1:1; Rev 19:13). Jesus brings the presence of God to a new level-the personal presence of God in the world in a human life.
(from Nelson's Illustrated Bible Dictionary, Copyright © 1986, Thomas Nelson Publishers)
The Word of God as given to us as canonical scriptures comprises of 66 Books.
39- Old Testament (NT Concealed)
27- New Testament (OT Revealed)
Everything in life is the product of the Word of God; or the product of the product of the Word of God. John 1:1-14
The word of God has the transforming power to change just about anybody. Rom. 12:2; Psalms 82:1-ff; John 10:34-35
· All things were made Him(Christ) Vs 3; Heb 1:1-3, By whom also made he the Worlds…upholding all things by the Word of His power. Gen. 1:1-ff And God said…and it was so. Heb. 11:3
· Exercise books, Newspapers, Magazines, Posters, Calendars, and paper money are all products of processed trees and plants.
· Cars, Ship, Aero planes and coins are products from Iron and steel and other metals extracted from the earth
· Clothes, football Jerseys, Army Uniforms, Student uniforms, Medical Doctor’s Lab coat, pastoral Vestments, Traffic Police uniforms, are products from Cotton, Nylon, Cocoon and animal wool.
· Medicinal drugs are products of plants, Insects and animals.
The ministry of the Word is the foundation upon which all success and destinies lie.
The Word of God is the source of our Christian faith and practice. Acts 20:32, “ And now, brethren, I commend you to the Word of His grace, which is able to (a) Build you up, and to (b) Give you an inheritance among them which are sanctified.
God told Joshua after the departure of Moses in Joshua 1:1-9
Good success comes as result of meditating and doing the will of God.
Another catch phrase for “Ministry of the word” is, “Ministry of the Will of God.”
A “Will” is the Testament or Words of a testator, which when legally written is done willingly with his consent not under duress by the owner of the Will.
Jesus is our Testator, unlike others who write down their Will. Jesus is the logos (Word) and Will, He both died and resurrected. He is alive to enforce His will concerning the plans he has for every child of God.
After the Deacons were elected in the book of Acts, while the Apostles dedicated themselves to the Ministry of the Word, Bible records that the word of God grew and multiplied. Acts 6:7; 12:24; 19:20
Where the Word of God is allowed to grow, the words (philosophy) of men will shrink; their ideas will give way to the Will of God.
· The Ministry of the Word is for publishing not for hoarding. Acts 13:49 you can publish through the Print, electronic and the Internet media.
· The ministry of the Word needs a hearing ear or audience, congregation. Acts 13:44
· It is necessary that we engage ourselves in the Ministry of the Word. Acts 13:46
· Preach the Word and not your philosophies. Acts 15:35-36; 18:11; Prov. 30:6; 2Tim 4:1-4
· The sends help towards the path of those who minister the word of God. Acts 16:14
· The ministry of the Word renders and impoverishes non-believers, making them bankrupt and irrelevant. Acts 19:20-41
· Acts 29:30-31. The ministry of the Word represents the contents of the message of the Kingdom of God. “For where the word of a king is there is power.” Prov.
· It is pure and a shield- Prov. 30:5
· Preach the word not people
· Not Ideas
· Not Theories
· Not philosophies
· Not the times
· Not other churches
· Not your problems
Preaching the word of God will bring you the blessings of the God of the Word (The owner of the Word).
When we preach only the Word, the Lord of harvest will confirm it with signs and wonders. Acts 8:4-13; 2:41-47
Don’t forget that the Word of God is the resource upon which the Holy Spirit demonstrates the power of God. The Word of God without the Holy Spirit will lead to dogma. Prayer without the Word of God leads to mysticism. The word of God is the compass you use to find your way in the wilderness of life. It is the pair of compass that you use to construct your perfect circle of life and dreams and destiny.
The book of Genesis began with God creating the worlds, while the book of Revelation closed with a warning not to add or remove from its contents. Rev. 22:18-19
· The Ministry of the Word is all about fulfilling the Word of God. Col. 1:25
· Those in the ministry of the Word receive double honor/salary. 1 Tim 5:17-18
· The Word sanctifies. 1 Tim. 4:5
· The word guides for doctrine. 1 Tim 4:6-16; 2 Tim. 3:14-16
· The word of God furnishes you for good works. 2 Tim. 3:17
· The ministry of the word is sound. 1 Tim. 1:13
· The word is faithful. Titus 1;9
· The word is part of the armour of the believer; known as the sword of the Spirit. Eph. 6:17b
· The word cleanses. John 15:3
· The Word of God is the resource material for Faith. Rom. 10:17
· The Word x-rays your spirit, soul and body. Heb. 4:12
· The word tries and rewards. Ps. 105:17-20
· The word protects from sins; “thy word have I hid in my heart that I might not sin against you.”
Apostle Dr. Genesis A. Dawuda is the Administrator, Centre For World Rebirth, and presiding Bishop for Yeshua Embassy Network of Churches Int’l Inc USA, Plateau State and North West zone of Nigeria 7th Floor J.D. Gomwalk House, Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria. Phone: +234 8028063695; E-mail: centreforworldrebirth@yahoo.com ; info@drgenesis.com
Website: www.my.opera.com/theark ; www.ourchurch.com/member/a/api ; www.drgenesis.com
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List of the College of Bishops (Not all Bishops make up the members of the House of Bishops; the College of Bishops consists of all Bishops that had their history with the Yeshua Embassy Network of Churches but may not be actively involved in the workings of the operations of the Network. But the House of Bishops consists of actively involved Bishops of this Network in the form of funding, ideas, resources and active presence during congresses and conventions. All Bishops run independent Churches and Ministries. Members of the College of Bishops owe the Administration explanation for their absence in a congress or convention. But those of the House of Bishops owe nobody explanation once they are consecrated they may never account to headquarters but they are still under the oversight of the Yeshua Embassy Network of Churches. For now the College of Bishops seems to be more functional than the House of Bishops as an implied statement. Phone contacts are provided upon payment of webmaster administration fee.
1. Archbishop Dr. Ambrose Joseph Milner (USA) International Presiding Primate/Chief Apostle 2. Archbisop Dr. Richard Ngozi Innocent (Nigeria) African Presiding Primate / International Ambassador 3. Bishop Dr. James Abraham (Nigeria) 4. Bishop Shola Oke (Nigeria) 5. Bishop Dr. David Eugene (Nigeria) 6. Bishop Dr. Ezekiel Kalu (Benin Republic) 7. Bishop Dr. Armstrong Eze (Philipines) 8. Bishop Ekele Enejo (Nigeria) 9. Bishop Dr. David Dikeocha (Nigeria) 10. bishop Dr. Joseph Rankin (Nigeria) 11. Bishop Dr. Samuel Yankyeran (Ghana) 12. Bishop Dr. Stephen Onwe (Nigeria) 13. Bishop Dr. Vitalis Akuche Daniel (Nigeria) 14. Bishop Dr. Amanat Masih (Pakistan) 15 Bishop Dr. Constancion Roda (Philipines) 16. Bishop Dr. David Ofori (Ghana) 17. Archbishop Dr. Erwin Onrejas (Philipines) 18. Bishop Dr. Stephen Tamale (Uganda) 19. Bishop Dr. Mickey Okeyo (Kenya) 20. Bishop Celinia Madulid (Philipines) 21. Archbishop Dr. Salvador Bainan (Philipines) 22. Bishop Dr. Eric Aboagye (Ghana) 23. Bishop Dr. Joseph Nma (Nigeria) 24. Bishop Dr. Prince Charles (Nigeria) 25. Bishop Dr. A. U. Ferdinand (Nigeria) 26. Bishop Dr. Patrick Ihekaji (Nigeria) 27. Bishop Dr. Solomon Okoro (Benin Republic) 28. Archbishop Dr. Stephen Kalyanapu (India) 29. Bishop Chukwuma Anosike (Nigeria) 30. Bishop Dr. Genesis A. Dawuda (Nigeria) 31. Bishop-elect Dr. Bassey Thomas (Nigeria) 32. Late Archbishop Dr. Sikatenda Iyadi (Congo DRC) 33. Bishop Dr. Robin Blue (USA) 34. Bishop-Elect Moses Kateregga (Uganda) 35. Bishop Dr. Mrs. Ireyeesoriseone Woods Akumagba (Nigeria)
