Executive Editors Drs. David & Tracy Forbes

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3 Executive Editors Drs. David & Tracy Forbes Editorial Team Corneita Allen Tenira Beane Laura Bockbrader David Cunningham DeShawne Ewell Cherelle Hines Tina Lewis Amber McGinnis Yvette Meeks Tonya Montgomery Katrell Smiley Graphic Designers Corneita Allen Tiffany Gibson Roy Hall 2 Celebrate Jesus 3 Believer s Voice: Christmas Cheer 4 Plug In: Training & Development 5 Turn On: Kids In Christ s Kingdom 6 Shine: Angel Tree 14 Merry Healthy Christmas 16 Faith Stadium News & Events

4 Celebrate By David Cunningham In the month of December, the whole country will be focused on Christmas. Even though it s The most wonderful time of the year, we as Breakthrough Believers will have a much deeper reason for focusing on Christmas. Christmas was established as the holiday to celebrate the birth of Jesus. Typically for someone s birthday you give them a gift, Jesus was The Father s gift to the world. Why should we celebrate Jesus? Because of who He is and what He has done for us. We celebrate Jesus because He is the source of our salvation. We should always desire to celebrate Jesus for all He has done and what He made available to us as believers. As Savior, He provides everlasting and eternal life to us by His finished work on the cross. Romans 6:23 tells us For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. Jesus finished work also causes believers to have the same covenant as God s chosen people. Not just the Old Covenant established with Abraham, but the New Covenant as well according to Galatians 3: Celebrating Jesus is a privilege and a choice of our will. Loving God is expressed through loving and celebrating Jesus. We love The Father because He first loved us and showed that love by sending Jesus to save us. This truth is more than reason enough to honor Jesus. The Marriage Supper of the Lamb and the Millennial Reign will be a time all about celebrating Jesus. And the only ones who will be present to share in this celebration are the believers who choose today to serve, honor and celebrate The Lord. Without Jesus there is no salvation, no forgiveness of sins and no true reconciliation back to The Father. Without Jesus we cannot receive the baptism of The Holy Spirit, nor can we receive the fullness of God s Blessing. Without Jesus we cannot truly overcome the world (John 16:33). Jesus is the key to our relationship with The Father and The Holy Ghost; the key to all joy and peace, and the key to life everlasting. We celebrate Jesus because apart from him, we can do nothing (John 15:5). 2 December

5 BELIEVER S VOICE: Christmas Cheer By Amber McGinnis It is that time of the year again, the time where love is represented in so many ways. Decorations are being displayed all around the city, bells are ringing, children are singing, as we all prepare for Christmas. More importantly, families are coming together from all over with gifts and smiles for a gigantic feast; this is truly the happiest time of the year! There are so many reasons to be cheerful during this season. One reason is because Christmas is a holiday in which we can celebrate Jesus Christ and His anointing. Another reason is because with the sacrifice that Jesus made at the Cross we are healed, saved and delivered! Salvation is truly a divine reason to glorify the Most High God in any manner that acknowledges the price that Jesus paid for humanity. Psalm 97:11-12 states, Light is sown for the righteous, and gladness for the upright in heart. Rejoice in the Lord, ye righteous; and give thanks at the remembrance of his holiness. This Christmas, let us be joyful for what our Savior has done for us! We can show joy by first expressing our love for God by being willing stewards that diligently share the gospel with those around us. This not only signifies the love we have for Him, but we also pass that love on to someone new. We can also be joyful by, loving others, which can be expressed through praying, offering encouragement to those around us, or giving a helping hand to those in need. Let us be sure to bring more cheer into another person s life this season. These simple acts of goodness can be sure to impact the world around us. Remember to celebrate Jesus and His anointing in all that you do this Christmas season! December 2013 Congratulations! DARYL WOODARD Creative Ministering Arts Daryl Woodard serves as a leader in Creative Ministering Arts, overseeing the CCC Step Teams. God has used him to expand this area from one team in 2011 to seven teams. It has grown from Lowercase G s (young boys) to the Hot Steppers (lil boys), BIGG Steppers (lil girls), P31 (young girls), Ignite (teens), Virtue (women) and the return of G phi G (men). From the youngest to the oldest, Daryl has been able to successfully engage partners in ministry. Our Step Teams involvement has even expanded outside the walls of CCC to other organizations, even prison ministry. Daryl is very passionate about step. It takes hours and many rehearsals to ensure that steps are on point. Daryl is a Holy Ghost filled perfectionist! One thing that is unique about CCC s Step Teams is the ability to take what Pastor Forbes has taught and use it as the focal point of each step. Daryl sees the Word of God and unity as critical aspects of every step. Daryl is committed to God, Drs. David & Tracy Forbes, and the ministry. We thank God for breakthrough believers like Daryl at CCC! 3 December

6 Training & Development By Amber McGinnis Our church is a family and it is important for us to realize that we need each other. We all have been created with a special gift to be used in the Kingdom of God. The time has come for us to stand up together and operate as one church, making one sound! Pastor Forbes has recently been calling all 13 to 35 year olds to be properly positioned in the Kingdom of God. It is important for these teens and young adults to move now in order to help our church reach the next level. In order to make sure everyone is positioned in their correct place, the leaders of Columbus Christian Center have a duty to help develop and train teens and young adults so they can excel in their area of expertise. By allowing the core of seasoned leaders to pass on all they know, they are sparking something new in the individuals who are just now coming on board in the Kingdom of God. God wants CCC to take over the In order for us to do this, everyone must get plugged into position and be trained and developed by those that know it best. This will allow us to operate in the governmental order that will release a multitude of blessings. All it takes is. One Church, One Sound! There s room for you! Where would you like to serve? Creative Arts (CMA) o Dance o Drama o Sign Language o Step Teams B.I.G.G. Steppers (girls ages 3-7) The HOTSteppers (boys ages 3-7) P31 Steppers (girls 8-14) Lowercase G s (boys 8-14) Ignite (co-ed 14-21) Virtue (women 18-up) G Phi G (men 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 Christ s Kingdom (Children) o Kids in Christ s 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 December

7 Kids In Christ s Kingdom By DeShawne Ewell Innovation and technology are helping enhance the Children s Ministry here at CCC. Beginning December 2013, Kids In Christ s Kingdom (K.I.C.K.) will implement a new registration system called. The new system will: 1) Increase Efficiency Your child s information will always be up-to-date, and age-related classroom shifts will be easier. 2) Increase Speed Once a child s account is created by the parent/guardian, it will take less than a minute to check-in your child. 3) Increase Safety A different number is generated at each check-in; parents will also be able to provide additional information if needed during each check-in. The new mobile check-in system will be stationed on the first floor near the elevator. The system updates the number of children registered for each class, alerting the ministry workers in realtime of teacher/child ratios. By knowing class ratios right away, the ministry lead has an opportunity to enlist additional volunteers as needed. Thanks to the new system, families have a new, efficient, expedited and improved way to register their children into K.I.C.K. Parents or guardians are asked to go to and create their child s account. If you have not done so, or you need more detailed instructions, please see the new K.I.C.K. Newsletter or a K.I.C.K. representative. Calling all Kids! For Christmas Production Participation The 2013 Christmas Production entitled Christmas Journey will be presented on December 18, There is still plenty of time and ROOM for dancers and singers. Please bring your child to rehearsal on Saturdays in the K.I.C.K. area 2nd floor, from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. The children always enjoy being in the Christmas Production and it is a wonderful way for your child to minister in song and dance. 5 December

8 Angel Tree By DeShawne Ewell Christmas is quickly approaching and Columbus Christian Center is once again partnering with Angel Tree. This is a program that reaches out to the children of inmates with the love of Christ by purchasing gifts on behalf of the incarcerated parent. This unique program gives Columbus Christian Center an opportunity to share Christ s love and impact the world by helping to meet the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of the families of prisoners. Particularly at Christmastime, children yearn for their absent parent s love, and hope for even just one Christmas to be filled with joy. Having a present under the tree from Mom or Dad is special. Even though the parent is not in the home, it sends the children the message that their absent parent loves them. There are four ways you can be a part of the Angel Tree initiative. 1. Give a monetary gift. All monetary seeds sown help to purchase the toys that will be given to the children. 2. Go with CCC to purchase the gifts. 3. Help wrap the purchased gifts. 4. Sow your time to go with a team from CCC to deliver the gifts to the families. The dates and times for these opportunities will all be announced soon, so please don t miss your chance to become part of this awesome event. 6 December

9 THE HIGHEST I am a graduate student at The Ohio State University. All of my college education has been Holy Ghost orchestrated and my steps ordered by the Lord. God has financed my education from the beginning. I have visited many countries, presenting my research at different conferences and meeting influential people. Recently, the College of Engineering Graduate School nominated me for a Presidential Fellowship award. Upon being nominated, I was required to gather qualification letters from several key individuals and professors, as well as write about my thesis. My writings revealed the connections I ve made and how they were all linked together in various ways. On November 20, 2013, I received a letter from the Graduate School stating the following I am pleased to inform you that you have been awarded a Presidential Fellowship. This fellowship recognizes outstanding scholarship and research ability and provides recipients the opportunity to devote full time to their dissertation research. The Presidential Fellowship is the most competitive and prestigious scholarly recognition provided by the Graduate School. The Presidential Fellowship is the highest award given by The Ohio State University. It not only provides my full tuition, but also some travel money for research and presentations. It has also increased my stipend income by approximately $400 a month for I am very thankful for the goodness of God our Father! Colton Conroy Supernatural All-Stars After hearing the message on the Supernatural, I was compelled to share this testimony. A few weeks ago, my daughter Taszanea was driving down Stelzer and Morse Rd on her way to dance practice. As she was approaching the intersection, she saw the yellow construction sign that alerts of hazards ahead. As she was passing this yellow sign, she said it had her name written on it. It said Tasz slow down. Yes, I said it had her name written on it saying Tasz slow down. Well, after looking at it again, knowing that there aren t too many people besides me who know her by her nickname, she immediately slowed her car down. When she did, a car rolled directly across the front of her car. There was an accident with a semi- truck and a car at that moment. The Holy Ghost and her Angel guarded Tasz from being in that accident. God will get your attention by any means necessary in order to keep His children safe. I thank the Lord for Taszanea s obedience to the leading of the Holy Spirit. Deacon Greta Walker 7 December

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12 Turn Yourself Around In every situation, Breakthrough Believers are able to turn their lives and themselves around. It is immensely important to recognize that when we experience a difficult situation in our finances, marriage, or health, the ability to turn that situation around is possible. There are 6 ways we can turn a situation around in our favor. You must accept Jesus Christ, the Blood and the Cross, The Holy Ghost, be under an Apostolic Government, and live under an Open Heaven. When these things are not present in our lives, we will forfeit the right to a supernatural life. When acknowledged, it will yield the 4 W s: 1. Worship 2. Wisdom 3. Wealth 4. Witnessing Now understanding what is required and trusting in God s Plan will remove the struggle from our lives which allows us to operate in the easiness of a Supernatural Life. Keep in mind, the enemy does not have access to these things; nor does he have the power of a Breakthrough Believer. In 2 Timothy 2:24-26, we are reminded that as a servant of the Lord acknowledging truth, we may recover ourselves out of the snare of the devil. To recover ourselves out of the snare, we must yield to the supernatural and pay attention to the alignment, authority and anointing. These three facets allow the supernatural to move in our lives. In Philippians 1:19, we see that it is through the supply of the Spirit of Jesus Christ, that we triumph with the victory. The Supply consists of 11 actions that one has to employ to combat any attack from the enemy. Breakthrough Believers can tap into the following supply: 1. Filled with the Spirit 5. Sword of the Spirit 9. Dancing in the Spirit 2. Fruit of the Spirit 6. Praying in the Spirit 10. Singing in the Spirit 3. Gifts of the Spirit 7. Living in the Spirit 11. Run in the Spirit 4. Ministering Spirits (angels) 8. The Law of the Spirit Tap into the Supply of the Spirit to live a Supernatural Life! 10 December

13 CANDACE KANDI CARTER FIRST ROUND DRAFT PICK I joined Columbus Christian Center Church in July of It is a joy to be in a church that believes in One Church, One Sound. This church is like a second home to me. I'm currently serving in Creative Ministering Arts in an administrative support role. If asked, What has being a partner of the ministry meant to me? I would say my partnership means everything to me. My life would not be the same if I wasn't connected to the Apostolic Government within this ministry and the priceless Word taught by Drs. David and Tracy Forbes. Their delivery of the Word of Truth, mixed with faith and practical living, has been nothing short of a recipe for success in my life. The proper connection to this ministry has birthed a plethora of creative ideas and concepts in my life; including my business, Comforts of Home Pet Sitting, LLC. I want to enourage others to get connected and learn about the numerous resources available to each member and how it can be of great value to your life. I am richly blessed to be a partner of Columbus Christian Center. My Kingdom Connection to Ever Increasing Life Ministries is everything to me! LAYO TEMMY LADIPO FIRST ROUND DRAFT PICK I joined Columbus Christian Center Church in February of 2012 after attending services in December I was a believer before joining CCC, but joining the ministry has made me a breakthrough believer. Pastor Forbes has taught me to keep my focus more on my relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ. My paradigm has shifted from asking for things from God all the time, to thanking God for what He has done. I currently serve in four different areas of ministry at CCC. I am a first year student in the Ever Increasing Life Training Center (EILTC), I am a part of the Victorious Living Life Group, Intercessory Prayer and the Health Enhancement Team. Becoming a member at CCC and attending Kingdom College has enlightened me. I now understand that what we do on earth is preparing us for what we will be doing in Heaven. We, as breakthrough believers and part of the Kingdom of God, are restoring the earth back to the way God intended. My family and I are happy and blessed to be part of a church that is supernaturally increasing lives with the Word of God. I thank God for directing my family and myself to CCC. CCC is a ministry where we learn how to Love God, Love Others and Impact the World! Apostle Leroy Thompson, Pastors Forbes, along with all the members of CCC, are aligned under an Apostolic Government and Open Heaven. 11 December

14 Join us for a Night of Thanks Monday, December 16 6:30 pm Columbus Christian Center Church Come and give thanks! Learn about the power that is released when we give thanks. For more information, see a representative in the Grand Concourse after any Sunday encounter. 12 December

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16 Merry Healthy Christmas By Tenira Beane & Laura Bockbrader Finally, Christmas is here! This is the time when we gather in celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior. When you think about Christmas, some of the things that we look forward to are gift-giving, cookies, singing, and spending time with loved ones, but please - do not forget about the eating! This holiday season there are many wonderful opportunities to spend time with friends and family in celebration of all that God has done for us! However, there are also a lot of opportunities to be stressed out, tired, and to make unwise food choices. So, here are a few tips to help you have a MERRY HEALTHY CHRISTMAS! Drink plenty of water: Hunger pains are usually the first sign of dehydration not starvation. Staying hydrated will help you to function better physically, ward off unnecessary food cravings, and keep you from overeating at mealtimes. Follow the 3 S s: Eat slowly, eat smaller and no seconds. It takes 20 minutes for your body to realize that it has eaten. Eating slowly will help you to chew your food more completely, aiding in digestion as well as keeping you from overeating. Eating smaller portions throughout the day will keep you from wanting to overindulge at any occasion. Don t skip meals: There is no such thing as saving your calories for a larger meal. Skipping meals only causes you to overeat at the meal that will probably have the least healthful food options. Choose wisely throughout the day! WALK: You have heard it said many times before park far away from your destination, take the stairs, get up 20 minutes early and go for a walk before breakfast, and keep your body moving. Take a half hour and walk to reflect on the Word of God at least three times a week this holiday season. It will provide both physical and spiritual well-being. It is tried and true staying physically active during the holiday season will help keep your slim figure and maybe even help you to drop a few pounds before the New Year! Get plenty of rest: Lack of sleep not only decreases your cognitive ability, it contributes to feelings of stress and anxiety. Getting plenty of sleep at night will help keep your mind alert throughout the day. Don t spend money you do not have: Adding to credit cards and debt during the holiday season only contributes to feelings of stress and anxiety. Scale back and take time to think about the purchase you make. Focus on Family and Friends: Take time to enjoy your family and friends this holiday season. Think of ways to enhance their lives with love, joy and words of encouragement, and by listening to what they are saying. FORGIVE: If you have aught against anyone in your life take the time to go before God and forgive them. This will free you, free them and restore peace in relationships. Finally, always remember that JESUS IS THE REAL REASON FOR THE SEASON! Don t forget to take time to THANK GOD for who He IS, for His Son and for the POWER of the Holy Spirit that teaches and helps us live on this earth. Dispatch your angels, and lead a TRULY SUPERNATURAL LIFE this Christmas! 14 December

17 . Check out our Breakfast Buffet every Sunday HOURS Wednesday: After Evening Encounter Sunday: 9:00 10:00 a.m. and After Morning Encounter HOLIDAY HOURS The R&B Café is Closed on the following: Sunday, December 22 Wednesday, December 25 Sunday, December 29 Wednesday, January 1 Sunday, January 5 PEPPERMINT EGGNOG PUNCH INGREDIENTS 1 quart of peppermint ice cream 1 quart of dairy eggnog or canned eggnog ounce bottles (1-1/4 to 2-1/2 cups) ginger ale, chilled DIRECTIONS a. Place ice cream in a large chilled bowl; stir until softened. Gradually stir in eggnog. b. Transfer to a punch bowl; add desired amount of ginger ale to achieve desired consistency. For garnish, top each serving with additional peppermint ice cream and peppermint sticks. Makes 18 (4-ounce) servings. Site source: -drinks/ ALMOND CRANBERRY SQUASH BAKE INGREDIENTS 4 cups mashed cooked butternut squash 4 tablespoons butter, softened, divided 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce 1/2 cup sliced almonds 1/4 cup packed brown sugar DIRECTIONS In a large bowl, combine the squash, 2 tablespoons butter, salt, cinnamon, allspice and nutmeg. Transfer to a greased 2-quart baking dish. Stir cranberry sauce until softened; spoon over squash. Combine the almonds, brown sugar and remaining butter; sprinkle over cranberry sauce. Bake, uncovered at 350 degrees for minutes or until golden brown and bubbly. Site source: 15 December

18 Dec 1 Dec 5-6 Dec 15 Dec 16 Dec 18 Faith Stadium News & Events Communion, during the Encounter Money Cometh to You Conference, Love Covenant Word Center, Orlando, FL Thurs. 7:00 p.m., Fri. 10:00 a.m. & 7:00 p.m. FAITH STADIUM IS DEBT-FREE! GET IN THE ZONE. RED ZONE, 10:00 a.m. **Don t forget to wear RED** Night of Thanks, 6:30 p.m., Sanctuary Evening Encounter and Children s Christmas Production, 7:00 p.m., Sanctuary 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) Dec 18 Dec Dec 25 Dec 31 Jan 1 Happy Birthday Joelle! Church Office Closed in observance of Christmas Holiday Christmas Day Celebration, 11:00 a.m., Sanctuary Happy Birthday Jesus! New Year s Eve Celebration, 9:00 p.m., Sanctuary New Year s Day, Church Office Closed Jan Opening Night (New Year s Day Encounter), 7:00 p.m., Sanctuary 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 Please visit for the most up to date information & news. Mondays 6:30 pm Sanctuary FAITH STADIUM IS DEBT-FREE! GET IN THE ZONE! Sun., Dec. 15 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 partnerservices@eilm.org, or call 16 December the Church Office at

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