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Las profecías del Antiguo Testamento generalmente tienen un contexto histórico y futuro. El contexto histórico es a menudo una palabra de juicio basada en el incumplimiento de la voluntad revelada de Dios de cómo nos tratamos unos a otros y a los demás. El contexto futuro es a menudo una palabra de esperanza y restauración....
Board Newsletter: October 2019
Greetings from Japan! SOWING AND REAPING IN CAMBODIA Cambodia is among the poorest countries in Asia, both materially and spiritually. Forty years have passed since Pol Pot and his Khmer Rouge killed more than two million people in an attempt to establish a Communist agrarian utopia, but the legacy of those holocaust years can still...
We Must Be His Witnesses in Times of Darkness
Old Testament prophecies usually have a historical and future context. The historical context is often a word of judgment based on the failure to obey God’s revealed will, relating to how we treat one another and others. The future context is often a word of hope and restoration. This is seen in three passages in...
LifePoint Ministries (Georgia Conference) Annual Conference Report
It was an honor to return to my home conference for the LifePoint Ministries Annual Conference held at the Swails Center on the campus of Emmanuel College, Franklin Springs, Georgia, September 14, 2019. The attendance was outstanding as Bishop Tim Lamb has led the conference in new patterns of meeting for training in the summer...
The Challenge: Breaking Free from Pornography
At alarming rates, today’s youth and young adults are being exposed to pornography often and at very young ages. Parents cannot realistically build the “impregnable bubble.” The fact is that nearly 100% of our youth and young adults have been exposed to pornography. The challenge is that the messages that the culture provides of pornography...
2019 Diaper Run
How dare the enemy, the spirit of death, defy the King of Kings! 1 Samuel 17:45 David answered, “You are coming against me with sword, spear, and javelin, but I come against you in the name of the LORD Almighty, the God of the Israelite armies, which you have defied. GNT Abortion, the evil of...
A Life Filled With Prayer
Growing up in the home of an IPHC pastor, I often heard the phrase "prayer changes things." I have witnessed and experienced this life-altering phrase and know without a doubt that it is true. As followers of Christ prayer is crucial to our walk of faith, and when the enemy comes against us to try...
Teaching Prayer in Children's Ministry
In a typical children’s ministry, prayer is often an afterthought tagged onto the end of a Bible lesson or forgotten entirely. It seems we have given prayer a backseat in children’s ministry. In doing so, we have shown our children, either intentionally or unintentionally, that prayer is not a priority. Maybe it is because our...
Regional Prayer Conference Emphasizes the Harvest
The third IPHC Regional Prayer Conference met at Southwestern Christian University in Bethany, Oklahoma, September 13-14, 2019. Hosted by Dr. Lou Shirey and the WIN Prayer Ministry, representatives from five states gathered to seek the Lord’s face and intercede for the harvest in communities, cities, and nations. Friday evening began with a focus on the...
Bamba Newsletter: September 2019
Greetings from Japan! With the end of summer comes the beginning of school for many children around the world. Japan has the highest child suicide rate in the world. So much pressure is put on the children to succeed in school that they feel they can’t cope and decide the only solution is to end...
Thriving in Ministry Retreat Focuses on Pastors’ Spiritual Life
The first Thriving Throughout the Seasons of Pastoral Ministry Retreat took place at WinShape Retreat September 3-5, 2019, in Rome, Georgia. Forty-eight pastors and mentors from 14 states and 15 IPHC conferences participated in interactive sessions on spiritual transformation led by Dr. Gary and Regina Moon. Dr. Moon serves as executive director of the Martin Institute...
A Physician's Calling
The Children's Center Rehabilitation Hospital in Bethany, OK, has ties with the IPHC that go back to the 1970s. We thank God for the many ways that He has increased and blessed this remarkable ministry. To find out more about the Children's Center and their history with the IPHC follow this link or visit their...
The IPHC Remembers Dr. Dan Beller
Dannie Obryan (Dan) Beller, known across the International Pentecostal Holiness Church (IPHC) as the dean of pastors, was born July 13, 1932, near Byars, Oklahoma, to Clarence and Hollie (Loper) Beller. He graduated from Byars High School in 1949 as valedictorian of his class. He attended East Central College, in Ada, Oklahoma, for two years...
Alpha Conference Annual Conference Report
I was honored by the invitation of Presiding Bishop Doug Beacham to preside over the 95thAnnual Session of the Alpha Conference. This was a very special privilege for me, as I am blessed to have served within this fine conference for 41 years as a credentialed minister. Harvest Christian Center in Cantonment, Florida, hosted...
Are We Listening?
**This article is from the book Pause: The Secret to a Better Life One Word at a Time.** We talk to God. He listens. We read God’s Word. He speaks. Call it a relationship—a renewal. Call it real life. Most of us know we should pray, but most of us fail to do so regularly....
Mid-Atlantic Annual Conference Report
The Mid-Atlantic Annual Conference took place Saturday, September 7. The conference was hosted by Kingsway Christian Center and Pastors Shawn and Bridgette Simon. Bishop Abel Palomo, his wife Trish, and their entire family are faithful and fruitful in their leading and serving the Mid-Atlantic Conference. The day’s schedule was filled with exciting and informative reports from a...
Altars and Prayer Legs
"Simon, Simon, behold, Satan has demanded permission to sift you like wheat; but I have prayed for you, that your faith may not fail..." — Luke 22:31-32 NASB We often talk about prayer as the means God uses to transmit grace to His people or our means of communication with God, and it is good...
Recommended Resource: Praying God's Word Day by Day
Beth Moore had this to say about this resource, “This book is a result of my unquenchable desire to share one of the most effective approaches to the liberated life in Christ that God has ever taught me: praying Scripture to overcome strongholds.” Oftentimes in our Christian walk, we don’t know where to start when...
Diapers, Bikers, and Churches
Diapers, bikers, and churches. What do these three have in common? Not much, some would say, but according to Mission M:25 Director Gary Burd one thing ties them together… a love for teen mothers and their babies. In 2015, Mission M:25, a ministry to the overlooked, lost, and hurting in today’s society, began the 50CC...
Don’t Avoid God’s Call to Care About Justice
Preachers usually take time to pray over our sermons because we want to make certain we are hearing the Word of God accurately. We want to clearly convey that Word to our listeners. So imagine if in your prayerful preparation the Holy Spirit tells you to stand up and call women in your congregation “cows.”...
Great Plains Conference Annual Report
It was my privilege to serve as the presiding officer for the Great Plains Conference (GPC) on Saturday, September 7, 2019. This was the 85thannual conference gathering of the GPC. The conference was hosted at the Embassy Suites Hotel in downtown Amarillo, Texas. Bishop Scott Hampton’s State of the Conference report was full of ‘heart,’ well-crafted, and provided...
PTP Disaster Relief- In the Bahamas
Hurricane Dorian has devastated portions of the Bahamas. Records confirm at least 40 people have died and many buildings are destroyed. People to People is working with ministry partners on the ground to send food and supplies. We believe the Church has an opportunity to be a place of hope during this difficult time. Please...
The Joy of Lament
“All Alone! Whether you like it or not, alone will be something you'll be quite a lot.”[1] While unconventional, Dr. Seuss may be one of my favorite theologians. In his own characteristic lightheartedness, he brings the gentle reminders of social need. More importantly, he brings attention that there is a place for everyone to belong,...
Mrema Newsletter: September 2019
Dear missions friends and family, Greetings to you in the mighty name of Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior. You have encouraged us as a family of five in many ways over the years. Thank you. You have continued to partner with me, even now, after the home-going of my late husband, Kundael Mrema. Your...
Prayers of the Saints
Acts is a bridge that takes us from theory to the practical application of all that Jesus began. All of His works are now facilitated through His Church, and nothing will overcome it. Every truth revealed in the writing of Acts demonstrates a Divine model from the Holy Spirit, which we too can take possession...
Nichols Newsletter: September 2019
Exciting Summer in Ecuador It has been a busy summer in Ecuador! We have had the privilege of hosting many teams and have seen great things happen. We have seen building projects start, salvations, healings, and hearts being united as one. Our training for pastors, LTI, is up and running and there is a new...
The Marriage Prayer Challenge
What might God do if every married person in your church prayed for their spouse every day? We believe He might change our country and the world. Prayer changes things because God answers prayer. Everyone knows couples ought to pray for one another – but how many actually do it? PERSONAL TESTIMONY: “My discovery of...
Justice: September 2019
In the first week of June I found myself sitting on a friend’s kitchen floor, taking notes on my phone as the Lord began to tell me this: “Declare war on the walls.” Without a Bible on hand, I quickly scrolled through my phone to recount a familiar story of a man named Joshua and...
Sending Out Missionaries from Texas Latin
In the summer of 2018, Bishop David Avila and the Conference Council appointed me as Men’s Ministries Director for the Texas Latin Conference. I rejoiced with the awesome opportunity to serve the men of the great state of Texas. During our quadrennial convention, the Holy Spirit put a dream in my heart. A vision was...
IT IS ONLY HALFTIME
IT IS ONLY HALFTIME It is time to check the scoreboard. How much have you and your church given for the Global Outreach Offering this year? This annual collection truly reaches around the world, helping to provide resources for IPHC missionaries and national leaders serving in many countries. Churches are built, land is purchased, Bible...
A Tribute to Virginia (Wall) Parisi (1937-2019)
October 7, 1937 - August 21,2019 Virginia Louise (Wall) Parisi, 81, of Jamestown went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 21, 2019, at Hospice Home of High Point. Virginia was born on October 7, 1937, in Forsyth County to the late Henry and Evelyn Wall. She was a member of the First...
Equipping the Church to Reach the Lost
Equipping the Church to Reach the Lost Over 200 church leaders gathered in Dickson, Tennessee, August 8-9, 2019, for the second Equip Conference sponsored by Compassion Network and Evangelism USA. With a focus on equipping the local church to reach the lost effectively, the conference provided practical church growth models and examples. The host church,...
Sitios de esperanza
Personalmente he visto las escenas perturbadoras de personas sin hogar que viven en las calles de Los Angeles, California. En junio del año en curso, hubo 36,300 personas sin hogar en la ciudad de Los Angeles; las causas incluyen enfermedades mentales y abuso de sustancias. La ciudad argumenta que la causa primordial es la falta...
A Tribute to Ethel Maureen Swart
July 23, 2019 Ethel Maureen Swart passed away peacefully, at Switzer Rest Home in Kaitaia, New Zealand on Tuesday, July 23, 2019. She was 95 years old. Ethel was dearly loved by her late husband, Bob, her children: Heather, Robin, and late son, Terry, her seven grandchildren, and her two great-grandchildren. A service for Ethel...
Justice: August 2019
From 2013 to 2016, I took a crash course on the topic of justice. During that time, I watched as God rescued over 60 women and their children from human trafficking and brought them into our shelter for healing and restoration. Many of the survivors faced abuse that most of us will never comprehend. Encountering...
Salley Newsletter: August 2019
Motorcycles for Pakistan Pastor Asher (Pakistan IPHC National Leader) is a vibrant and visionary leader who has a heart and vision for planting churches throughout Pakistan. He lives in Karachi, a city of over 20 million people and the site of our flagship church and national headquarters. According to Pastor Asher, "Motorcycles may not be...
Nepal Flood Relief
News of severe flooding in Nepal affecting our fellow believers has come in from the field. Mud slides, building collapses, and drowning are happening in Nepal down to India from Kathmandu and many other places. Several pastors are reporting electricity outages, road and highways washed out, and bridges down. There is also loss of housing,...
House Church Planting: A Key Part of Arise 2033!
On June 10-11, 2019, a diverse group of individuals from around the United States met in Oklahoma City to take part in a house church planting training provided by Evangelism USA (EVUSA) in conjunction with Dynamic Church Planting International (DCPI). EVUSA's Executive Director Garry Bryant led the training which focused on the benefits and successes...
Announcing People to People New Logo
Announcing People to People New Logo Greetings Ministry Partners, Thank you so much for your continued generosity towards People to People and our initiatives around the world. With your help, People to People continues to serve missionaries, national leaders, churches and those in need. People to People is pleased to announce a new logo. Our...
Que Dios agite nuestros corazones para alcanzar a los pobres
A principios de 1990, leí “The Road to Daybreak” por Henri Nouwen, donde relata el haber dejado el prestigio y la comodidad de Harvard para hacer parte de “L’Arche Daybreak”, un ministerio al servicio de personas discapacitadas mentalmente en Toronto. Este nuevo ministerio formaba parte de una red de hogares de L’Arche iniciada por Jean...
God’s Justice: Valuing the “Ones”
Pew Research Center has released a well-known study about the “nones,” an increasing number of Americans who consider themselves unattached, uninterested, or “nothing in particular” as it relates to religion. Many gladly wear this label as they wish to walk devoid of identifying to any creed or accountability. In turn, I would like to talk...
La justicia de Dios y las naciones
La justicia e injusticia son más que hechos individuales; se manifiestan en las costumbres y leyes de grupos de personas, comunidades, y naciones. Bien sea para grupos de personas, ciudades, o naciones, la inquietud de Dios por la justicia está expresada a través de la Biblia. Su justicia cubre la totalidad de grupos de personas,...
New Believers Banned from Well
“I was thirsty, and you gave me something to drink...” Matthew 25:35 The gospel is being shared with great signs and amazing miracles throughout a village in India. Five families have accepted Jesus as their Savior. Because of their new-found faith, the village leaders have ordered that they can no longer use the water from...
Church Collapse in South Africa
We have received somber news from our IPHC brothers and sisters in South Africa: While hosting a Good Friday Conference our church family in KwaZulu-Natal, was hit by a horrific storm. Regretfully, a wall in the auditorium collapsed upon impact resulting in 13 deaths and 29 hospitalizations. As People to People Ministries, our heart is...
Tenemos más trabajo que hacer para TERMINAR EL RACISMO
La 25aconmemoración del milagro histórico de Memphis ocurrió el mes pasado. Líderes de la IPHC se unieron a los casi doscientos delegados de las iglesias pentecostales y carismáticas de Norteamérica (PCCNA) para agradecerle a Dios por el coraje y la humildad demostradas en 1994. Uno de los líderes clave de dicho evento histórico fue el...