Executive Editors Drs. David & Tracy Forbes

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3 Executive Editors Drs. David & Tracy Forbes Editorial Team Corneita Allen David Cunningham Carmen Dandridge Deshawne Ewell Tiffany Gibson Tina Lewis Tonya Montgomery Graphic Designers Corneita Allen Tiffany Gibson Roy Hall 2 Happy Mother s Day! 4 Plug In: Baptism 5 Turn On: Kids in the Kingdom 10 The Apostolic Call of Dr. Leroy Thompson, Sr. 14 Kingdom College: Government, Grace & Glory 16 Faith Stadium News & Events

4 By Tiffany Gibson Mama, Mommy, Nana, Madre whatever language you speak, whatever country you live in, the significance of mothers doesn t change. Being a mother is considered the absolute, most important contribution of a woman. God designed mothers very special. This Mother s Day, whether you are very close to your mother, never met your mother or your mother has gone on to be with the Lord, thank God for her. You were created in your mother s womb. She played the most important part in your existence. From the sacrifice that was made to carry you for 10 months, to the choice to give you life, there is no denying that every mother is significant; therefore, we must honor and cherish our mothers. It s easy to take a mother for granted or forget her significance, especially if our relationship with our own mother is not great. (If you can t think of one good reason to love, honor and cherish your mother, then look in the mirror. You are here because of your mother.) But God says in Exodus 20:13 to Honor your father and your mother that your days may be long in the land that the LORD your God is giving you. This scripture doesn t have any ifs, ands or buts about it. In other words, it doesn t say we only have to honor our mother if she is (or was) what society deems a good mother. The scripture tells us that no matter what, we are to honor our mother. Don t wait until Mother s Day. Whether it s your mother, mother-in-law, or a friend s mother, find a mother to honor today. Tell her how special she is and why. Honor her with love, kindness and respect. Do something out of the ordinary for her that you know will just bless her life. You never know what small act can have a big impact. Mothers play a significant role in this thing called life. We wouldn t be here without them. Thank God for your mother each and every moment you get. 2 May

5 Believer s Voice: UNDERSTANDING GOD S WILL FOR MONEY COMETH By David Cunningham We have discussed the importance of the power of a renewed mind. It is equally important for you to understand God s will for Money Cometh. Dr. Leroy Thompson, Sr. has explained the story of how he agreed with a stranger that money really goes. The Holy Ghost corrected him saying, Money Cometh! Dr. Thompson has further explained that MONEY COMETH is not a slogan like in a marketing pitch, but it is a divine command from God. We are literally commanding money to come. Everything in creation has to obey the voice of the Living God, and we ARE speaking spirits made in the image of God. So, following the example of Jesus when He spoke to the fig tree (Mark 11:13-14) And seeing a fig tree afar off having leaves, he came, if haply he might find any thing thereon: and when he came to it, he found nothing but leaves; for the time of figs was not yet. And Jesus answered and said unto it, No man eat fruit of thee hereafter for ever. And his disciples heard it. we have that identical ability. Jesus spoke to the fig tree, because trees should have had fruit in that season; however, this tree decided to lie to Jesus. Jesus answered back, and told the fig tree how it should now behave (Mark 11:20-22) And in the morning, as they passed by, they saw the fig tree dried up from the roots. And Peter calling to remembrance saith unto him, Master, behold, the fig tree which thou cursedst is withered away. And Jesus answering saith unto them, Have faith in God. The next day the fig tree was withered. As the tree had to obey Jesus words, money will also have to obey your voice when you command. Faith and obedience to God s word is the key to Money Cometh. We have to believe that when we tell money to COME, it will come. It is God s divine plan to build the Kingdom and to preach the Gospel and it takes money. Money is used to provide whatever resources, facilities and personnel necessary for the work of the Lord. Money is the main method of exchange for goods and services in this world system. The principle of exchange and the power of agreement is what gives the steward of money its power and purpose. Money fulfills its purpose in the hands of Kingdom believers. Understanding the Kingdom and God s purpose for money will prevent us from being pulled off track by the deceitfulness of riches. Therefore, as we focus on God s plan (Matthew 6:10) Thy will be done, Thy Kingdom come on earth as it is in heaven we ll be able to impact the world when money comes into the hands of Breakthrough Believers! Congratulations! TONYA MONTGOMERY Imaging & Messaging Team Tonya has been a part of the Imaging and Messaging Team for 11 months. Within two months, she stood out as an excellent person to lead the Increase Magazine team. She serves in this capacity with passion, diligence and excellence. Tonya desires this area of ministry to be the best. She always gives 150 percent to every project, whether large or small. Tonya shows great respect to other team members and seeks to bring out the gift in others. She is a great example and motivates her team towards excellence. May 2013 Without question, Tonya has a servant s heart, honors God and loves Drs. Forbes. Thank you Tonya for your diligence and commitment! 3 May

6 Baptism By Tonya Montgomery The word "baptism" means to immerse, dip, whelm (cover wholly and fully with fluid). Water baptism is the immersion of a believer in water as an act of obedience that symbolizes faith in the death, burial and resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ. As a believer, it represents the death of the old man, burial of the old way of living and our new life in Christ. Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold all things are become new. 2 Corinthians 5:17 Additionally, water baptism represents the believer saying farewell to a sinful way of living, and passing ownership of their life over to the Lord Jesus Christ. Therefore we are buried with him by baptism into death: that like as Christ was raised up from the dead by the glory of the Father, even so we also should walk in newness of life. Romans 6:4 There is only one prerequisite to being water baptized: you must have accepted Jesus as Lord and Savior. That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. Romans 10:9-10 Water baptism is an outward expression to the world that we have separated ourselves to God through Jesus Christ. Our Salvation through the acceptance of and faith in the sacrifice of Jesus Christ and His resurrection is not the end, but the beginning of our walk with the Lord. Salvation is the means for a relationship with God, and water baptism acknowledges that relationship publicly. Here at C.C.C., we baptize believers in the Name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit, in Jesus Name. Water baptism is generally held the first Sunday of each month. If you are interested in water baptism, please contact the Church Office at Micro Entrepreneur Awards INCREASE Community Development Corporation proudly recognizes entrepreneurs in the community, as well as, the graduates of the INCREASE CDC business planning course each year at the annual Micro Entrepreneur Awards. After receiving nominations from the community, eight (8) micro entrepreneurs will be chosen for a Micro Entrepreneur of the Year award based on their work and accomplishments. A well-deserving graduate of the INCREASE CDC business planning training program will also receive an award for Alumnus of the Year. One additional award will be given to an entrepreneur selected by the community through an online voting process for the Community Choice Award. Thursday, May 23, 2013 Networking Reception: 5 pm 6:15 pm Award Ceremony: 6:30 pm 8 pm Tickets $15 in advance; $20 at the door Location: Columbus Christian Center Church 4 May

7 Kids in the Kingdom: By Deshawne Ewell One of the most important and utilized ministries at Columbus Christian Center is the Kids in The Kingdom Children s Ministry. The dedicated and unique individuals that serve in this ministry help to further the vision of Loving God, Loving Others and Impacting the World by helping to shape and mold the youngest members, our children. The people who serve in Kids in the Kingdom assist Drs. David and Tracy Forbes in developing our children into breakthrough believers. The purpose of Kids in the Kingdom ministry at C.C.C. as described by Sister Dale Coleman, who is the coordinator for the toddler section, is to sow the Word of God into the children on their level. Through various activities and lessons the children learn about God s plan and purpose for their lives. The children are also enabled to embrace Christ through establishing basic biblical knowledge and practical application of God s Word. Age appropriate teaching and training help with the spiritual growth and the development of each child. These teachings help the children to know, live and spread the gospel to others. It also begins them on their journey to impacting the world. Sister Coleman has been involved in the Children s Ministry since 1993 and states, The most rewarding part of serving in this area of ministry is developing relationships with the children while they are learning to understand God on the purest level. Watching the children come to God with open and pure hearts humbles me and reminds me that we are all supposed to come to God as a child. Over the years, Sister Coleman has watched many children come through the Children s Ministry, and these same children have matured and serve in other areas of the church in various ministries. Psalm 78:4 says, We will not hide them from their children, we will tell the next generation the praiseworthy deeds of the Lord, His power and the wonders He has done. Kids in the Kingdom accomplishes the assignment of training up the next generation to go into the world with open hearts to freely pour the Word of God into others. Let us celebrate the partners that serve in Children s Ministry at Columbus Christian Center as they help cultivate the future world shakers! Individuals interested in joining this team should complete a Helps Interest Form. These forms are located on the wall outside of the Bookstore. To learn more partnerservices@eilm.org. There is room for everyone, where would you like to serve? Creative Arts (CMA) o Dance o Drama o Sign Language Step Teams o The HOT Steppers (boys ages 3-7) o P31 Step Team (girls 9-14) o Lowercase G s (boys 9-14) o Ignite (co-ed 14-21) o Virtue (women 18-up) Daytime Support o General Cleaning or Light Maintenance o Office Administrative Support Hope and Support o Bookstore o Call Center o Mercy Team o Personal Care Ministry (Altar Workers) Next Generation (Children/Teens) o UTURN (Grades 8 12) o Kids in the Kingdom (Children) o Kids in the Kingdom (Infants & Toddlers) o Welcome Table for Children s Ministry Outreach o Prison Ministry People Care o Greeters o Guest Services (includes R & B Café) o Ushers o Wedding Services Technical/Skilled o Digital Media Video o Digital Media Sound o Maintenance Team (Housekeeping) o Imaging and Messaging Team o Security Pick up a Helps Interest Form in the Grand Concourse on the wall near the Bookstore. Questions? partnerservices@eilm.org or call the Church Office at May

8 Feeding Program Update Columbus Christian Center thanks you for your continued support of our feeding program initiative. So far you have shown up in great measures to donate the following items: Macaroni and cheese Canned meat Chili beans with meat Canned fruit Canned vegetables Pasta and meat Beans and rice As we continue to move forward, please listen for updates as we prepare to feed those in need in the May

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12 THE APOSTOLIC CALL OF Dr. Leroy Thompson, Sr. By Tina Lewis Dr. Leroy Thompson, Sr. was called to be an apostle not by the will of man but by the will of God. A divine prophecy was given on July 7, The anointing of God was resting heavily upon a young Pastor and the Spirit of God revealed to him that there is an apostolic anointing upon Dr. Thompson. THE PROPHECY And I say this in humbleness because I m a man much younger than you are. And much less years in the ministry than you are But I feel the anointing of the Lord on me to just speak this over you That God is not only going to expand the borders of the training ministry that you have, but also that apostolic anointing of being a sent one is resting upon you in a fresh new mantle. And that God s going to begin sending you into places where the flow of the Holy Ghost and the depth of the Spirit that you have experienced is going to be going into virgin territory. Into churches and into ministries where Pastors are literally dying on the vine; who if they don t get what God has placed within you their ministries are never going to reach the full extent of what they should be. And God said, that it s almost going to be like you re going to be a spiritual father over them and nurturing them, and teaching them and guiding them in those things. And the Lord says it s getting ready to be started. You ve touched a little bit of it, but it s like an iceberg, all you ve seen is the tip above the water. When you get in it s so big if God would reveal all of it to you even those around you would doubt it and wouldn t believe it. But the Lord says to hang on to it; you ve been faithful and it s going to come to pass. And many will be blessed by your obedience. Amen. And he gave some apostles. Ephesians 4:11 10 May

13 Applications of the Seed The whole Kingdom of God is based on the premise of the seed. God does not end with a remnant but rather begins with the remnant. Eventually, God will take the whole world, based on the remnant, as His latter is always greater. Jesus was a remnant, and in His ministry He talked about the seed. As a matter of fact, the seed is the major revelation of the Kingdom (Matthew 13, Mark 4). Therefore, if we are going back to God s original plan, we must gravitate (or go back) to the seed, and know: 1. God is behind the seed, and you must have confidence in what God says. 2. You must have confidence in the seed (if you lack confidence in the seed then you won t sow). 3. Your confidence in the seed is exhibited by a seed account. The seed is the major revelation of the Kingdom Circumstances will try to keep you from sowing (Ecclesiastes 11:1-4). You can mentally agree to the seed, but as soon as trouble comes your confidence will be out of the window. Having a seed account effectively removes all pressure, intimidation, harassment and fear from your mind. Having a seed account puts up a firewall that ensures you don t eat your seed when God gives you money to sow. It also ensures you don t sow your bread, but rather use the resources God has given you for your expenses. The three keys listed above are master principles that will help you be successful in seed time and harvest. In order to get the seed to work, there are three (3) things we must incorporate in our walk with God: love Him, trust Him and obey Him. When you love God, it s easier to trust Him. When you trust Him it becomes infinitely easier to obey Him. There may be seasons in life that look contradictory; and you may ask, What is taking so long for manifestation? You must not let these periods of time make you feel like things are not working. God is a vindicator. It may not look like it, it may not feel like it, but in the end God will bring you out. Say this, I m not broke, I have a seed! Holy Spirit teach me seed wisdom. I am a sower, therefore there are no financial impossibilities in my life. My seed is blessing me and making me a blessing. You must release your seed and know that it is going to work (Zachariah 8:12); there is no risk in the seed. The seed shall be prosperous and it shall produce. The vine shall give her fruit. The ground shall give her increase. The heavens shall give their due. And (I) God will cause the remnant of this people to possess all these things. What qualifications does God use for the remnant to receive all these things? The seed! Not the seed known, but the seed sown. God will cause the remnant to possess these things. Your mind has to be rooted and grounded on the seed. Understand that the seed is prosperous and the seed is working. The seed is the major revolution! It will turn anything and everything around at any time and at all times, because the seed is prosperous! FOUNDER'S DAY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2013 A Significant Event for a Significant Person! Are you preparing? Want to know more - Ask any Leader (Minister, Deacon, Master Life Bearer or Coordinator) - Just make sure you know! 11 May

14 HEIDI DOOLEY FIRST ROUND DRAFT PICK I joined Columbus Christian Center in January 2000, and currently serve on the Health Enhancement Team. Growing up, I attended a small church with no revelation, no unity and no Holy Spirit. I only knew how to pray for my food and my own personal childlike agendas. When I began to attend C.C.C., I was impressed with several things, one being that the service started on time. Also, Pastor Forbes impressed me with his level of excellence. Pastor loved his wife and children and was consistent with bringing the Word every Sunday. Revelation knowledge was another foreign concept - I thought This guy doesn t have a personal agenda! He was passionate about the body, and he taught with love while telling the truth. I always left church with tools, and a set of 'how-to's' to change my life. I began to experience the richness of the Word and the many benefits of being connected with Drs. David and Tracy Forbes. Everything I have needed I have received from the Holy Spirit through Drs. David and Tracy Forbes. I changed from the inside out. My finances got better when I caught hold of sowing and tithing. I learned how to respect myself, and then I met John. We went through the courtship process, and kept it clean - which is the main reason we are a blessed, happy family today. I want everyone to know that the Word of God is taught in this house. If you plug in, get connected and allow your heart to soften, you will change to the glory of God. God loves me and He did something extra special when He led me to CCC. I am truly thankful to be under the leadership of Drs. David and Tracy Forbes. AARON LAMPKINS FIRST ROUND DRAFT PICK I joined Columbus Christian Center in 2007, and I currently serve on the Security Team (helping to keep God s His house secure) and the Prison Ministry (carrying the gospel). My life has increased in many areas. The greatest area of increase has come because of the connection I have in serving in the ministry at C.C.C. Serving in the ministry has helped me see Drs. David and Tracy Forbes vision a lot better. The vision is to Increase Lives with the Word of God, and it has propelled me to become a faithful servant. Additionally, the vision of C.C.C. has helped me and my family extend what we have learned by sharing the gospel with others, and we have become a blessing to people in many different ways. While listening to the teaching of Drs. Forbes, my family and I have learned how to be about God s work. We have a kingdom mentality and we actively participate in building God s Kingdom. What I want others to know about my church is that we welcome everyone to come and receive the teaching and preaching from Drs. David and Tracy Forbes. We have the revelation that God the Father wants us to have increase in our lives, increase in our relationships, increase in our faith and increase that the world can see. We love Drs. David and Tracy Forbes. We are so grateful to God that He has placed them before us as leaders. As we continue to enjoy this: Top Flight Word of God! We invite everyone to hold on to God s Word. Also, focus in on what God is calling you to do, and do not get side tracked by what others are doing. The goal is to please the Lord. 12 May

15 Check out our Breakfast Buffet every Sunday HOURS Wednesday After Evening Encounter Sunday 9:00 10:00 a.m. and After Morning Encounter The R&B Café will Friday be Lunch open Menu during the Money Cometh Turkey to You Club Conference. (provolone, cheese, Items listed below will turkey, need lettuce, to be pre-ordered tomato and before each encounter. bacon) Turn with all sides forms in $2 - potato salad, cole slaw at the registration table before each encounter. Beginning May 1, 2013 meal orders and pre-payment are available in the R&B Café. Meal Order Form May 9-10, Pick up food items in the Grand Concourse after each encounter. Name: Contact Number: THURSDAY, MAY 9 - DINNER: FRIDAY, MAY 10 - LUNCH: FRIDAY MAY 10 - DINNER: 2pc Fried Chicken $2 1/4 Roasted BBQ Chicken $3 Mashed Potatoes $2 Green Beans $2 Garden Salad $2 Turkey Club (provolone cheese, turkey, lettuce, tomato and bacon) w/side salad $3 Full size Garden Salad $3 Potato Salad $2 Cole Slaw $2 2pc Fried Chicken $2 1/4 Roasted BBQ Chicken $3 Mashed Potatoes $2 Green Beans $2 Garden Salad $2 Breakfast buffet will be served in the R&B Café before the Friday morning encounter. 13 May

16 Kingdom College on the recommendation of Columbus Christian Center Church hereby signifies that Print Your Name Here has fulfilled the requirements for the degree of Government, Grace and Glory Within any kingdom, the king of that domain establishes the rules in which to govern his territory. Therefore, when the Kingdom of God is mentioned, we should instantly think about God s government, and the rules He has established. Isaiah 9:6 declares, the government shall be upon His shoulder. As Christians, we are citizens of God s Kingdom (Philippians 3:20); therefore, in God s government we must understand that we submit to Him. As we submit, we receive (get) His grace. Jesus is the King of kings and Lord of lords, and God has set Him as the chief cornerstone of the church (Ephesians 2:20). The government of God leads us into the grace of God. The grace of God will then lead us to the glory of God. There is no glory without grace, and there is no grace without the government of God. In today s society there is conflict because people are focused on self. However, once we come into the government of God our focus has to shift to God s way of doing things (Romans 12:2). Now, if we do not watch it, we ll pick up the same stench that the world has and say, it s all about me! But understand that, Self focus is bad focus! The Kingdom of God should always be ahead of me. In Acts 6:5-6 we see the governmental endorsement of God at work. In the coming times before us (as the church) we ll need great grace and power upon our lives to help us stand as we deliver the truth of God s word to the world. The only way to confront sin is with the truth. In John 8:1-11 Jesus asks the woman caught in adultery Where did all your accusers go? She replies, They left. The scripture does not tell us why they left. It could have been because they had also committed adultery, and some were even with her. So Jesus, tells her, Go and sin no more. In another place Jesus tells someone else the same thing (John 5:14), and adds, sin no more so that something worse cannot come about. We need to recognize that Jesus saves people; however, He also brings them under conviction by telling them, you cannot continue on the same path. We know that God looks on the heart, and ultimately, that is the difference in what Peter and Judas did. Both men ignored their connection with Jesus, but one of them had betrayal in his heart and the other didn t. One died, the other became an apostle. Why? Peter dealt with his heart, but Judas refused to deal with the sin. We cannot allow sin, in our heart or in our lives, to remain unchecked. If you allow sin to remain, it will change you, and little by little it will turn your heart from God. Come under the Government of God, and humble yourself so that Grace and promotion can come upon your life and those of your household. Then the glory of God will come, and He will exalt (Glory) you in due time. (1 Peter 5:6; 2 Corinthians 12:9) Dr. David C. Forbes, Jr. Pastor, Columbus Christian Center Church 14 May

17 . A Legend In Our Midst On Sunday, April 21 st, we were honored to have gospel music legend Martha Abbott worship with us during our morning encounter. Sister Abbott, now 88 years old, is a native of Columbus and has served as pianist/director of many local church choirs. In addition to recording three albums and performing on numerous radio and TV programs, Sister Abbott arranged and composed many original hymns and gospel songs. Thank you for gracing us with your presence. We celebrate your life and the gift of God within you! Martha Abbott ministering in song while members of C.C.C. s Creative Ministering Arts team stand in awe. 15 May

18 May 3 May 4 May 5 May 5 May 9-10 May 11 May 12 May 18 May 18 May 19 May 23 May May 26 May 27 June 1 June 2 June 2 Faith Stadium News & Events Church Wide Partner Meeting, Sanctuary 7:00 p.m. Covenant Marriage Tune-up Series, Sanctuary 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. New Members Class, Training Center Room B 9:00 a.m. Water Baptism, during the Encounter Money Cometh to You Conference, Columbus Christian Center Columbus, OH 7:00 p.m. & 10:00 a.m./7:00 p.m. Covenant Marriage Tune-up Series, Sanctuary 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Happy Mother s Day! MANUP Men s Fellowship, Sanctuary 8:30-10:00 a.m. Covenant Marriage Tune-up Series, Sanctuary 10:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. FAITH STADIUM IS DEBT-FREE! GET IN THE ZONE. RED ZONE, 10:00 a.m. **Don t forget to wear RED** INCREASE CDC Micro Entrepreneurs Awards, Columbus Christian Center Church 5:00-8:00 p.m. Money Cometh to You Conference, Praise Christian Center, Channelview, TX 7:00 p.m. & 10:00 a.m./7:00 p.m. Seed Training, 8:45 a.m. Memorial Day, Church Office Closed Happy Birthday Raima Forbes! New Members Class, Training Center Room B 9:00 a.m. Water Baptism, during the Encounter How Do I Become A Member At CCC? Attend Membership Orientation Class offered the first Sunday of each month at 9:00 a.m. in Training Center B. How Can I Get Baptized? Call the Church Office at (614) How Do I Become A Part of a Helps Ministry? Complete a Helps Ministry Interest Form located near the Bookstore in the Grand Concourse. Place completed form in the wooden box next to the Bookstore. Questions? partnerservices@eilm.org Join us for Prayer Sundays 9:15 am U-TURN Center Wednesdays 6:00 pm Sanctuary Please visit for the most up to date information & news. FAITH STADIUM IS DEBT-FREE! GET IN THE ZONE! SUNDAY, May 19 th For more information, visit EILM.org or pick up a REDZONE brochure in the Grand Concourse. Did U Know? Increase Magazine is printed in- house on our own production printer. Increase Magazine is created by the CCC Imaging & Messaging Team and we are looking for people that enjoy: writing, editing, designing, social media or web development / management. Interested in joining the team or learning more? Complete a Helps Partner Interest Form in the Grand Concourse. If you have any questions us at 16 May partnerservices@eilm.org, or call the Church Office at

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