Enrich your spiritual life as you study inspirational messages gleaned from the Word of God! The Holy Bible is filled with wisdom that will strengthen your character and deepen your walk with the Lord. As you reflect on key Scripture passages, you will discover encouraging lessons and practical applications woven throughout the Word. Leon Gooden presents an in-depth study of key Bible passages to sharpen your faith and help you grow in your understanding of God. Each chapter explores a different Scripture passage to encourage you in your daily walk with Jesus Christ. In this book, you’ll learn: -How God calls you to be actively involved in His purposes and plans for the world -You are God’s child, accepted and highly favored—made holy and righteous by the blood of Jesus -How the Holy Spirit will empower you to bring life to others who desperately need it -How God wants to sanctify you and move you toward the future He has planned for you -How worship can overcome temptations to sin -When nothing makes sense, God has a perfect handle on things -Why the result of knowing God is an intimate relationship with the Creator of the universe This book is ideal to enhance your personal daily devotions, or as a Bible study tool in a small group setting. Short chapters with edifying messages are perfect for livening up your devotions! Start reading your copy of Walking in the Word today—and spark a flame in your heart for real growth as a child of God!
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EDIFYING, EQUIPPING, EMPOWERING FOR KINGDOM ADVANCEMENT!
EPH. 4:12. For the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of CHRIST.
EDIFYING - The word ‘edification' comes from a Latin word, ‘aedificare' which means, “build”. The idea therefore is, ‘to improve the mind or character of some one by teaching'.
Kingdom is the sovereign, power, dominion, and rule to infiltrate, influence, and incorporate all who would receive its provisions, promises, promotion, and protection for the the Kingdom of God and for Experiencing and Enjoying The Kingdom lifestyle.
To Advance is to proceed progressively by divine impartation, inspiration, imagination and instruction to move forward the Kingdom of God and for Experiencing and Enjoying the Kingdom lifestyle. ADVANCING THE KINGDOM OF GOD WITH FORCE.
Matthew 5:9…Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.
GOD calls the “peacemakers” children of God. This passage of scripture is short, but powerful! In order to be considered “peacemakers,” we must first resolve to find peace within ourselves. Peace that sparks a praise that will release us from our personal ‘prison’ experiences. This peace exceeds our own understanding and comes only from GOD.
The enemy comes to steal, kill, and destroy our peace that comes from above. The enemy’s purpose is to distract our mind from GOD, from the study of His Word, Prayer, Praise, and Witnessing. Once the devil knows he has you distracted, then he will place a desire in your mind to ‘eat’ of the things that are forbidden for you to ‘eat.’ Your eyes will focus on the ‘food’ the world offers and not on GOD.
The world’s ‘food’ is temporal, but the ‘food’ GOD offers is eternal. Once your attention is off of GOD, your alignment to His will-will be jeopardized. And Ultimately, your peace will become hidden in ‘soil unable to produce any good fruit. Only GOD can dig deep in you and pull out that seed of distraction the enemy planted.
In order to combat the subtle ties and tricks that disturb your peace, your lifestyle must be that of Consecration that comes through prayer, praise, worship, studying, and fasting.
Our flesh must die daily as the Apostle Paul stated in 1 Corinthians 15:31. Although there may be a war going on in our members, we must always satisfy the thirst of our spirit man and drink the cup of Jesus Christ. As we drink from the cup of obedience to Jesus Christ, our peace will no longer be stolen from us at the altar of our own personal dilemmas and experiences.
The peace Jesus gives will bind the pieces of a puzzled past and lead us to our present-day promises.
John 14:27…Peace I [Jesus Christ] leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
Let no one depise or think less of you because of your youth, but be an example (pattern) for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, and in purity!" 1 Timothy 4:12
A thermometer is an instrument for determining temperature. It simply reflects the environment. Individuals that are thermometers will say what everyone else says and do what everyone else does. However, GOD has called all of His children to be thermostats. A thermostat is an automatic device for regulating temperature.....it sets the atmosphere! As a blood bought believer, it is important that you don't just live in this world, but that you set the atmosphere by being an example. As 1Timothy 4:12 it says you must be an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, and in purity. Jesus has called His children to set the "speech temperature", "conduct temperature", "love temperature", "faith temperature", and "purity temperature." Don’t be like the thermometer who only reflects what is going on in its surroundings, instead do as 1 Corinthians 11:1 says and be imitators of Christ, so that others can follow you as you follow Him! Remember, GOD called you the salt of the earth and the light of the world! Salt adds flavor and seasons…it is not bland! And light shines in dark places! You are salt, you are light, you are a city that sits on the hill! Set the atmosphere, be an example, and shine! Don’t worry about being seen by others, because you cannot and will not be hidden according to Matthew 5:14! Many will see the life you live for Christ and the example you set and will want to know and glorify the GOD that you serve. That's why it’s important that you always go with GOD! To go with the flow of this world is to live with limitations, but to go with the flow of GOD, is to open yourself to unlimited possibilities that you have never before imagined! When you follow and go with the world you will limit yourself because any and everything you do will be based on what the world has done or is doing. Forget about being extraordinary….or standing out…you will just reflect the temperature that the world sets. But when you follow and go with GOD…you will see the impossible become possible! You will allow GOD to lead you and with Him, you will set the temperature and be the example! Today, no matter what you face....decide to go with GOD! Follow Him instead of this world! Be an example and set the atmosphere! Don’t reflect the world because the world is constantly changing! The world can be up today and down tomorrow. Instead reflect on GOD....He is the same yesterday, today, and forever! And He does not and will not change!
What is in your mouth? Are you eating things that are just for temporary comfort/relief? Are you speaking things that have no spiritual value? Then Now is the time for you to open your mouth and speak words of faith, not unbelief or doubt! You have a purpose! And In order to walk into your destiny you must watch your tongue! Death and life are in the power of the tongue!! So Watch your mouth!!!
In Colossians 3:2 it says, "I set my affections on things above!" I opened my mouth and spoke over my gift and it manifested and grew right before my eyes. Check this out! Paul said No one else had to speak over my gift, no one else had to approve my gift…all it took was for me to open my mouth in agreement with the WORD and cry aloud, spare not and declare what thus saith the Lord!
Yes, you do have a purpose and yes your destiny will be manifested, but you must open your mouth by faith and speak word(s) over your life! “.......Call those things which be not as though they were!” (Romans 4:17) So go to the mirror.........look.........who do you see? IT IS YOU! Now speak, say….I decree that I will be a success! I am the head and not the tail, I'am above and not beneath!!! SPEAK UP!!! Your mouth is too powerful! Remember that Jesus always spoke in the present what He expected to see in the future. Now Today.....speak the Word only over your life! Speak what you expect and not what you fear! Speak!! It's not supposed to make sense.....it's supposed to make FAITH! What's in your MOUTH?
Psalm 24:7…Lift up your heads, O ye gates; and be ye lifted up, ye everlasting doors; and the King of glory shall come in”.
YOU are the gate holding the key that will unlock your future and launch you into the next wave of God’s glory. You are the door that must be opened.
Lifting up your head is your responsibility. No one else can do it for you. Others can motivate, encourage, and inspire, but ultimately you must decide to position yourself for the lift.
Revelation 3:20 says, “Behold I stand at the door and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me”.
GOD stands at the door of your heart knocking. GOD stands at the door of loneliness, unforgiveness, disappointment, frustration, anger, and heartache—knocking. GOD is waiting for you to open up and let Him in. Can you hear Him knocking? His knock may come in the form of an opportunity. His knock may come in the form of a promotion. His knock may come in the form of enlarged territory. His knock may come in the form of increased faith. Just listen for His knock.
You are the gate that must be unlocked and the door that must be opened. GOD is waiting for you to let Him in.
Isaiah 40:31...But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint”.
If we will be truly honest, waiting can be a difficult thing. When GOD has promised us increase, greater, miracles, healing, a spouse, etc., and that promise has not yet happened, we are tempted to question Him and His Word. However, during the wait we must realize that GOD is doing an inner work in us. We may have to stay in the wilderness a little longer than expected in order to flush some things out of us that could be a hindrance to stepping into the promises that GOD has prepared for us. GOD knows exactly how long the wait should be so that when the promises appear, we are ready for them mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually. Isaiah 40:31 identifies several experiences during the “waiting” period.
1) Our strength is renewed. GOD renews our strength supernaturally by stabilizing our thoughts. Can we be real. The human side of us will always focus on negative things and that those things are the reason for our promises being stalled. The word of GOD tells us that a double-minded man is unstable in all of His ways, and let not that man think that he will receive anything from the LORD (James 1:8). It takes a person strong in the faith to bring his or her thoughts into alignment with God’s. Each test we face in life brings with it renewed strength for our spiritual journey. This strength carries us one step closer to His promises.
2) We will mount up with wings as eagles. Not only is our strength renewed, but we will learn how to soar during adverse and turbulent winds. GOD mounts us up by His Spirit, causing us to soar in extreme conditions. It is not by our might or power, but by His Spirit that will give us the lift to rise above our storms. As we mount up and fly, we will soar higher and higher into the presence of GOD where nothing else matters but Him. As we are caught up in the air, He will then drop unexpected blessings for us to enjoy at the moment we least expect it. GOD desires that our attention is more on Him than His promises. He commands us not to have any other gods before Him (Exodus 20:3). We must never reach a point where His promises become our god. The wait is preparing us to rise up and soar.
3) We will run and not be weary. GOD will give us endurance. As we focus on fulfilling His purpose during the wait, He will give us endurance to persevere. His assignment must come first. As we serve in His assignment for our life, then He will serve us with His promises. Our mission in life should be to serve Him, faithfully.
4) We will walk and not faint. During the wait you are actually walking into the promises of GOD.
We are all familiar with doors. In our natural lives we use doors every day. They simply represent a way to transition from one area into another area. Merriam-Webster defines a door as “a usually swinging or sliding barrier by which an entry is closed and opened.” I prefer to define a door simply as “something that opens and closes” and something that separates this from that. GOLDEN NUGGET A Door Is Something That Opens and Closes and Separates This from That We commonly use the term door in a broader sense such as a door of opportunity opening up, or perhaps a door to a new job.
Just as there are physical doors and doors of opportunity, there are also spiritual doors. Some doors can only be opened at the appropriate time. Some doors can only be opened up by the right people. Some doors can only be opened by the Spirit of God. Some doors will only open specifically to access destructive forces. There are many, many kinds of doors. To help expand on this concept, here are a few door types for you to consider:
• Natural and Physical Doors
• Geographical Doors
• Spiritual Doors
Doors in Time
Doors of Relationships
Doors of Opportunity
Doors of Blessing
Doors of Destruction
Revelation 3:7-8 says, “These things saith he that is holy, he that is true, he that hath the key of David, he that openeth, and no man shutteth; and shutteth, and no man openeth; I know thy works: behold, I have set before thee an open door, and no man can shut it.
I want to talk to you about the word RE-ALIGNMENT.
The definition of Re-alignment is the act or instance of restoring or changing something to a previous or different position.
There has been a clear changing of the guard for the last few years as several major leaders have been moved, demoted, stripped down, exposed, or passed away.
After a great testing, a new generation of Christian leaders are emerging from the sidelines. Largely unknown, they have been prepared in obscurity for such a time as this just like with Esther. They will be of all ages and from all backgrounds to include men and women. And what will matter the most is that they will have a pure heart fully devoted to God.
It has never been more vital for God’s people to realign themselves with the right people in the right places. Our destiny will depend upon our correct alignment in this new season upon us. Warning this may mean exiting from significant relationships, changing jobs, career fields which may include resigning from your sororities and secret societies and even possibly moving and relocating to a different region.
It may be painful, uncomfortable, and lonely for a season. But don’t allow false loyalty to keep you in an old wineskin. God has much more for you – but you may need to reposition or disconnect from some things to fully enter into it.
Luke 5:37 NKJV…And no one puts new wine into old wineskins; or else the new wine will burst the wineskins and be spilled, and the wineskins will be ruined.
What is Exposure it is the act or condition of being exposed to something dangerous, cold, or harmful, or the harmful effect of something on your body. It also means the revealing of something private or secret, the revealing of a person's bad or immoral character, or the revealing of a person's secrets.
Things that have been hidden will continue to be revealed at a faster pace. Great deceptions will be exposed. There will be a desperate attempt to continue to cover-up corruption, lies, injustice, fraud, greed, and other evils but It will fail. Evil will overplay its hand. Light will shine into the darkest corners of corruption. Secret documents and recordings will surface and a level of exposure will come that will shock all political factions.
National leaders will be disgraced and will be removed before their terms are finished. Anger will boil over among people and there will be protests on the streets and great civil unrest. Trust in all institutions (banking, investing, schools, hospitals etc will be fractured). And in the midst of this, evil leaders will arise from the sidelines who will gather people to themselves. Some will start out to appear to be noble and trustworthy; others will be demonically assigned to create chaos and advance the antichrist agenda. Discernment will be vital for our survival. The enemy will use the chaos to attempt to install more puppet leaders in government to continue their ruthless agenda to destroy the world.
Matthew 10:26 NKJV…Therefore do not fear them. For there is nothing covered that will not be revealed, and hidden that will not be known.
We are living in a time of disruption. Crisis after crisis has been coming upon the earth as the shaking, shifting, and sifting continues (and even intensifies) for the foreseeable future.
The spiritual and geopolitical tectonic plates are shifting and colliding in every region of the earth and sphere of society. The epicenters of power are being redefined. There is a great displacement taking place. As new alliances are formed between different countries, some previously ‘emerging’ nations will rise to great prominence as others that were at the forefront of power will see their dominance significantly decline for the last shall be first and the first shall be last.
This global realignment in 2024 will bring war, violence, material conflict, economic sanctions, uprisings, strikes, attempted murders and even political assassinations. We will also experience an unprecedented rise in natural disasters and other unusual crises, including contamination of food/water and unusual diseases that make COVID-19 look like nothing.
We must continue to watch the Middle East because it’s very volatile, especially with what happens in Israel as the war with hamas palestinians continue to rack up insurmountable deaths that will cause world leaders to pressure Israel into a cease fire. Long-standing allies will turn their back on Zion. But God will defend His people. There will be much fear and anxiety as people simply won’t know where to turn. It may even appear as if the world is coming to an end…but we all know that time has not yet because the 3rd temple hasn’t even been built yet.
Matthew 24:7-8 NKJV…For nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. And there will be famines, pestilences, and earthquakes in various places.8 All these are the beginning of sorrows. But know that for the Remnant GOD has opened a door of escape in 5784.
Peace and Blessings to you in the Mighty Name of Jesus Christ.
From the desk of one of His faithful servants Chief Apostle L.R.Gooden Jr., as we embark upon the new year of 2024/5784 the Lord spoke to me that it will be a year of Open Doors for Revelation, Re-Alignment and Renewal for Prophetic Fulfillment according to:
Revelation 3:8 NKJV…“I know your works. See, I have set before you an open door, and no one can shut it; for you have a little strength, have kept My word, and have not denied My name.
The Jewish Year 5784 began on Rosh Hashanah September 15th 2023 using the Hebrew Alphabet and Gematria system.
5 = Grace: (1000 years - Millennium)
7 = Completion, perfection: (100 years - Century)
8 = New beginnings: (10 years - Decade)
4 = Door, prophetic fulfillment: (1 year - Year)
Of all the prophetic numbers aligned with 5784, I feel led to focus primarily on the number 4. This Hebrew year, represented by 5784, holds tremendous significance for the number 4 and its corresponding letter Dalet. I believe this year will be a season of radical transformation, renewal and realignment, if we obey the Lord’s voice. We must be aware though that there will be a spiritual battle for the effectual door of promise to be opened. While the number 4 is called Dalet in Hebrew and it represents a picture of a tent door, or open door, I believe that the Lord is speaking to us even deeper about these spiritual doors.
The spiritual meaning of door is the entry point to a new space. Doors represent the transition from one place to another. They are also symbolic of change, especially when they are closed or locked. When a door opens, it opens up possibilities to new experiences. Doors can also be considered as exit points as well as entrances. The person who opens the door decides whether it will be an entrance or exit point.
Doors are also used to keep out unwanted visitors, but they can also be used as an invitation for others to come inside and enter into your life, mind and heart. A door often represents the opening of new possibilities and challenges in the future.
2024/5784 is going to be a year of the voice of the Doorkeeper. Doors will begin to appear for many, with heavenly encounters and signs showing the way. Borders will open between new partnering nations/regions/houses. Beware of any vulnerability in defenses that may be exploited, so it is necessary to prepare your defenses before the new year. It’s Time to chart a new path for prophetic fulfillment.
In the Hebrew calendar, the number 8 symbolizes new beginnings, and the open door represents a gateway to God's blessings and breakthroughs. Just as the Israelites crossed the Red Sea on dry land, leaving behind their bondage and entering into freedom, this year will mark a significant transition for God's people.
Additionally, the number 80 in Hebrew is represented by the letter "pey" (פ), which signifies a time of completion and fulfillment. Again, the number 4 in Hebrew is represented by the letter "dalet" (ד), which symbolizes a doorway or a path. It signifies stability, foundation, and the four corners of the earth. Therefore, as we step through the door of this new beginning, the number 4 reminds us to establish a solid foundation in our faith and embrace the divine path that lies ahead.
The open door signifies not only physical doors of opportunity but also spiritual portals unveiling fresh encounters with GOD. As we align our hearts with God's purposes, we will witness the fulfillment of His promises and experience a greater outpouring of His Spirit. It is a time to seek His face, listen intently to His voice, and step boldly through the doors that He opens before us.
Therefore we must stay in tune with what GOD is saying to His Church, and we know that Faith comes by Hearing and Hearing by the Word of GOD through His Prophets & Preachers.
So Now Under a strong Anointing of the Holy Spirit I RELEASE TO YOU THE THEME AND SCRIPTURE FOR KBCMI FOR 5784/2024:
5784 The Year of the Open Door for Revelation, Realignment and Renewal for Prophetic Fulfillment!
Revelation 3:8 NKJV…“I know your works. See, I have set before you an open door, and no one can shut it; for you have a little strength, have kept My word, and have not denied My name.
It’s time for the Remnant of GOD to put their complete trust in the WORD of GOD and receive everything that GOD has in store for us in the year of 5784/2024.
May the Lord continue to Bless you & keep you in Jesus Name.
Then said Jesus unto them again, Verily, verily, I say unto you, I am the door of the sheep. All that ever came before me are thieves and robbers:but the sheep did not hear them. I am the door:by me if any man enter in, he shall be saved, and shall go in and out, and find pasture. The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy:I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly. I am the good shepherd:the good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep.
See I used to be a good fisherman of fish and one thing I learned is that when you go fishing you have to
1. GO AT THE RIGHT TIME
2. GO TO THE RIGHT PLACE
3. HAVE THE RIGHT TYPE OF BAIT
4. HAVE PATIENCE DONT RUSH
5. STAY ALERT WATCH POLE
6. AFTER FISH TAKES HOOK LET HIM TIE OUT
7. REEL HIM IN, DONT LET HIM GET OFF YOUR LINE
NOW THAT YOURE QUALIFIED FISHERMEN, COME TO THE HOUSE OF GOD, YOUR PLACE OF DUTY TO BE DEPUTIZED TO GO OUT AND CATCH SOME FISH (SOULS).
SEE SOME OF YOU ARE SITTING IN HERE TODAY THAT HAVE BEEN RUNNING FROM YOUR OCCUPATION, THATS WHY THINGS NEVER WORK OUT FOR YOUR GOOD, COME BACK TO YOUR ASSIGNMENT FROM GOD, ITS IN YOUR DNA TO BE FISHERMEN, NOT DRUG DEALERS, PIMPS, ROBBERS, CRACK HEADS, FELONIES, ADULTERERS, FORNICATORS, LIERS.
COME BACK TO JESUS, COME BACK TO YOUR FIRST LOVE, ROM 5:17 IF ANY MAN BE IN ...........
JESUS SAID IAM THE WAY, THE TRUTH AND THE LIFE., NO MAN CAN SEE THE FATHER WITHOUT GOING THROUGH HIM.
NOW LET'S GO FISHING IN JESUS NAME!
CA L.R.Gooden Jr.
Kingdom Builders Christian Ministries A Spiritually Militant Church
In the process of apostolic maturing of the Church there is an emerging, spiritually militant boldness on all fronts of Church life. Not with guns and bombs like deluded terrorists, but spiritual weapons like strategic prayer, intercession, preaching, teaching and praise & worship. Music (SHOFAR & PRAISE/WORSHIP) has been, and is increasingly setting this tone of spiritual militancy. Now it is time for the prophetic to take its true mature place alongside the apostolic gifts and anointing. To bring structure both spiritual and natural to facilitate what the Lord is doing in the Church - to clear the rubble from the spiritual gaps in the wall of the House of the Lord (Nehemiah 4:10), and to build apostolic churches. To plant churches powerfully, in spiritually governing strength, with five-fold ministry teams. Apostolic church bases that will actually affect and change whole cities, nations, and even governments.
We have seen this in part happening in KBCM but there are more wonderful days ahead of all of us as we press on to the high calling of Christ JESUS in our lives. Singers, musicians, Preachers, Teachers, THE FIVE FOLD MINISTRY in the realm of the creative arts will also need to carry apostolic wisdom in the nurturing and releasing of these gifts in the MARKETPLACE. It is important we prepare - because we will not handle the onslaught of spiritual wickedness that will inevitably come against the rising army of the Church. It is a global army because there is a global fight! A fight against the ultimate global terrorist - the devil!
Apostolic Alignment for Kingdom Advancement
Apostolic Alignment for Kingdom Advancement: Is the worldwide activation of the Holy Spirit being released in the Body of Christ resulting in the restoration (re-ordering) of all things according to Acts 3:19-21
Restoration of:
Relationships - Malachi 4:6; Luke 15:11-32; 1 Corinthians 4:15
Biblical Doctrine/Teaching – Hebrews 6:1
Five-Fold Ministry- Ephesians 4:11-12
Ministry of the Holy Spirit – Luke 3:16; Acts 1:8; Acts 2:1-4
Miracles – 1 Corinthians 12:10-11
The Ministry of the Apostle: Apostle- (Greek-apostolos) “One who is sent forth.” One called and sent by the Anointing to have and operate in spiritual authority. Character, gifts, and abilities enable Apostles to gather and establish people in Kingdom truth and order, especially through founding and overseeing churches and ministries.
1 Corinthians 12:28 “And God hath set some in the church, first apostles, secondarily prophets, thirdly teachers, after that miracles, then gifts of healings, helps, governments, diversities of tongues.” Ephesians 4:11 “And he gave some, apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers.”
Functions of Apostles and Apostolic Ministries:
Establish a Spiritual climate/atmosphere in regions that is conducive for a release of God’s Glory
1 Corinthians 12:28 “First (Greek-proton) apostles.” Blasting, Trailblazers, Penetrating, Forerunner, Pioneer Anointing. Territorial Spirits – Governing spirits/strongholds over regions, cities, nations. Daniel 10:13 “But the prince of the kingdom of Persia withstood me one and twenty days:” 1 Corinthians 15:32 ‘If after the manner of men I have fought with beasts at Ephesus,”
Strongholds – Mindsets, Doctrines, Ideologies contrary to the Word of God. 2 Corinthians 10:4-5 “… mighty through God to the pulling down of strongholds,”
To establish the Apostolic in GOD's people
Matthew 28:19 “Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations” NKJV This is an Apostolic Commission!! Evangelists make believers/converts – Apostles make disciples.
Establish Churches Apostolic People require Apostolic Churches where they will be equipped and released for the work of the ministry through:
Doctrine- Acts 2:42 “…they continued steadfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship,”
Preaching- Inspiration through exhortation, proclamation and demonstration. Mark 16:15 “And He said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature,”
Teaching- Inspiration through edification (building up). Matthew 28:19 “Go ye therefore, and teach all nations,”
Treaching - (combination of teaching & preaching) Matthew 4:23 “And Jesus went about all Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, and preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and
healing (demonstration) all manner of sickness and all manner of disease among the people,”
Establish Biblical Order/Government Restore five-fold (government) ministry to oversee and maintain the order of God, which is represented through theocracy and not democracy.
Theocracy -God controlled, God centered, God ruled.
Democracy- People controlled, People centered, People ruled. 1 Corinthians 12:28; Ephesians 4:11-16; Titus 1:5
Establish “Fathering Ministries/Relationship” 1 Corinthians 4:15 “For though ye have ten thousand instructors in Christ, yet [have ye] not many fathers: for in Christ Jesus I have begotten you through the gospel.” Fathers and overseers are committed to establishing and developing growing relationship.
Some Fatherly Responsibilities:
1. Training and Discipline - Exodus 18:13-26; Hebrews 12:5-10; Colossians 1:28
2. Reproduce - John 15:16
3.. Releasing - Acts11: 21-22; Acts13:3-4
4.. Impartation - 2 Timothy 1:6
5. Provision
Everyone needs to submit under GOD's government, no one is exempt, Kingdom Builders Christian Ministries definitely is a place for anyone who is without a Church home and wants to grow in the LORD.
Everyone – Apostles, Prophets, Evangelists, Pastors, Teachers and laypersons, are required to submit to a Pastor. This is God’s order of government. The Pastor is the head of the local Church and everyone is to be a part of a local Church somewhere. (Ephesians 4:11-14)
What I am saying is that everyone, even the other Ministry offices, should have a Pastor. There are no exceptions to this. The most effective Five-fold Ministers in the Earth have Pastors whom they can call upon.
Everyone will ultimately give account for how they treated their Pastors. 2Corinthians 5:10)
Sincerely from Apostle L.R. Gooden Jr.
A quick teaching on the theme for 2015 for KBCM by Apostle L.R.Gooden Jr.
SCRIPTURE AND THEME FOR 2015
EDIFYING, EQUIPPING, EMPOWERING FOR KINGDOM ADVANCEMENT
EPH. 4:12. For the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ:
For the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ:
These ministry gifts (EPH 4:11) are to equip the saints, and then the saints are to do the work of the ministry. The Amplified Bible translates this verse as "His intention was the perfecting and the full equipping of the saints (His consecrated people), [that they should do] the work of ministering toward building up Christ's body (the church)."
It is a mistake to place the burden of ministry on what we call "the clergy." Full-time ministers are to minister the Word to the saints, but the saints are to go out and reach the lost and carry the bulk of the ministry within the church. Shepherds don't have sheep; they tend the sheep, and the sheep should reproduce.
It has been a big mistake to "hire" ministers to do what the individual members of the church are supposed to do. Apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers are simply leaders who equip the saints so that they can be successful in the ministries God has given them.
In EPH 4:12 the word "for" can mean because of, as a result of, since, or it can mean so as to obtain. It is the latter definition that is meant here. The apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers of EPH 4:11 minister "so as to obtain" the saints being equipped so that they can do the work of the ministry, which in turn obtains the edifying of the body of Christ. The clergy doesn't do all these things. They start the process through leadership, and the body edifies itself in love (EPH 4:16).
The Greek word that was translated "perfecting" here is "KATARTISMOS," and it means "a fitting or preparing fully" (Vine's Expository Dictionary). It does not denote the absence of all flaws. The Lord gave the gifted ministers listed in EPH 4:11 to help fully prepare the saints so that they could do the work of the ministry.
Remember it takes a Disciple (a disciplined learner) not a complainer, not a critic, not a murmurer, not a know it all, but a DISCIPLE. It's time for the Church to line-up, straighten-up and fall in place with true GOD ordained leadership. Amen.
