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Ephesians 2:20-22 “And are built upon the foundation of the Apostles and Prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief cornerstone; in whom all the building fitly framed together groweth unto an holy temple in the Lord: In whom ye also are builded together for an habitation of God through the Spirit.”
Vision • A “Present Truth” Ministry vowed to Mentoring and Developing the Saints, to reconcile the complete Body of Christ, and the World Globally.
Mission Statement • To Restore the Church back to its true Divine Order through Evangelism. • To “Awaken, Father, and Send Forth” the Sons of God through Evangelism and the Local Church. • To establish the Winning of Souls through Evangelism in order to perpetuate the discipling process. • To Disciple through Public Worship, Teaching and Training resulting in a personal and corporate relationship with God and others.
New Members Course
Community Crowd Congregation Committed Core Ministers Maturing Members Members Regular Attendees Unchurched
Pastor’s Commitment Knowing that God has spoken clearly in His Word concerning the character and responsibility of a Pastor; I do solemnly commit myself to God and to the Apostle of this Ministry to do the following: • I will seek to maintain a close, intimate walk with the Lord by regularly spending time alone with Him in His Word and in prayer. • I will be a diligent student of God’s Word. • I will endeavor to walk continually in the Spirit. • I will pray regularly for those who serve with me as Leaders and Pastors. I will pray regularly for the Apostle of this ministry we serve, and for the Apostle’s staff. • I will pray regularly for the ministries of the organization. • I will tithe 10% of my income or increase to be heaved. • Leaders and Members of our church will pay their appropriate Ingathering Fees as follows: Priesthood/$120.00/Levites/$90.00/Ordained Ministers/$70.00/ FirstPersons/$50.00/ Members/$25.00. • I will faithfully attend all Ingatherings unless I am hindered from doing so by a compelling reason such as illness or necessary travel. When unable to attend, I will notify the Chief Apostle in advance for the reason of my absence. • I will prepare for each Ingathering meeting by praying and submitting myself anew and afresh to the Holy Spirit. • By the power of the Holy Spirit, I will refrain from expressing negative attitudes through criticism and complaint. Instead, I will be positive and encouraging, endeavoring to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. • I will maintain an open and teachable attitude. Pastor’s Signature____________________________Date_______________________
New Members Course • The First Step is to familiarize you with the Vision of this Ministry.We have designed this “New Members Course”to introduce you to the Purpose and Vision. This is necessary so you can be fitly joined and knitted into the framework of our “unique assignment” to advance God’s Kingdom on earth. • Whether you are a newly born again believer or a seasoned Christian, we believe that it is important to acquaint you with this way of “being” and “doing” and representing our church members. • Inasmuch as there are no two churches that operate the same, it would be to your advantage to familiarize yourself with the procedures of this ministry. • Remember, there can be no perfect churches because there are no perfect people. So Unfavorable Situations will arise. • Unfavorable situations will arise. Do not become disenchanted.
Lesson One - Presents and Explains theVision’s Foundational Scripture • II Peter 1:19 – “We have also a More Sure Word of prophecy; whereunto ye do well that ye take heed, as unto a light that shineth in a dark place, until the day dawn, and the “Day Star Arise in our Hearts.”
Presents the Vision Statement: A “Present Truth Ministry” vowed to Mentoring and Developing the Saints, to Reconcile the Complete Body of Christ, and the World Globally. Presents a General Overview of the Mission of More Sure Word
Lesson 2- More Sure Word Offers: • Presents the “Four Levels of Spiritual Development” through the venue of the More Sure Word School of Development. • Presents the “Vision Statement, Purpose Statement, & Your First Steps.” Lesson 3 – Church/Member Relationship • Presents teaching on the following attributes of the Church’s relationship to its Members and the Members relationship to the Church. • “Things You Can Expect From Our Church” • “What the Church Owes Its Members” • “What the Church Expects From Its Members” • “More Sure Word Association Covenant”
Lesson 4 – What We Believe • Presents the “Declarations of the Faith” • Presents the “Soul Winning Pledge” • Each of the Four Lessons have Worksheets with Questions and Fill in the Blanks assigned to test the student’s understanding and progress in retaining the information that has been presented. • Upon Completion and the Pastor’s recommendation, a Certificate of Completion will be presented in a public ceremony or as part of their local church service. As well, at the annual SOD Graduation another Certificate of Achievement will be presented to the member. Other Certificates and Licenses will be awarded acknowledging the New Members completion of the SOD Levels 1-3 at the annual Graduation.
Members Covenant • Having received Christ as my Lord and Savior and been baptized, and being in agreement with the More Sure Word church family, in doing so, I commit myself to God and to the other Members to do the following:
1. I will protect the Unity of my Church • By acting in love toward other members • By refusing to gossip • By following the leaders “So let us concentrate on the things which make for harmony, and on the growth of our fellowship together” (Romans14:19) “Have a sincere love for other believers, love one another earnestly with all of your heart” (I Peter 1:22) “Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs.” (Ephesians 4:29) “Obey your leaders and submit to their authority. They keep watch over you as men who must give an account. Obey them so that their work will be joy, not a burden, for that would be no advantage to you.” (Hebrews 13:17)
I will Share the Responsibility of My Church • By Praying for its growth • By inviting the unchurched to attend • By warmly welcoming those who visit “To the church…We always thank God for you and pray constantly.” (I Thessalonians 1:1-2) “Master said to the servant, “Go out to the roads and country lanes, and urge the people there to come so my house will be full” (Luke 14:23) “So warmly welcome each other into the church, just as Christ has warmly welcomed you; then God will be glorified.” (Romans 15:7)
3. I will Serve the Ministry of My Church • By discovering my gifts and talents • By being equipped to serve by my Pastors • Be developing a servant’s heart “Serve one another with the particular gifts God has given each of you.” (I Peter 4:10) “(God) gave Apostles, Prophets, Evangelists, Teachers and Pastors to prepare God’s people for works of service so that the body of Christ may be built up.” (Ephesians 4:11-12) “Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others. Your attitude should be the same as that of Christ Jesus: Who (took on) the very nature of a servant.” ( Phillippians 2:3-4; 7)
4. I will Support the Testimony of My Church • By attending faithfully • By living a Godly life • By giving regularly “ Let us not give up meeting together…but let us encourage one another.” (Hebrews 10:25) “Whatever happens, make sure that your everyday life is worthy of the gospel of Christ.” (Phillippians 1:27) Tithes “A tenth of (all your) produce…is the Lord’s, and is holy.” (Leviticus 27:30) Offerings “Each one of you, on the first day of each week, should set aside a specific sum of money in proportion to what you have earned and use it for the offering (I Corinthians 16:2)
My Tithe and Offering Schedule Tithes Offering Weekly $ $________ Bi-Monthly $ $________ Monthly $ $________ Other $ $________
Ingathering Assessments $120.00 – Priesthood $90.00 – Levites $70.00 Ordained Ministers $50.00 – First Persons/Ministers $25.00 MSW Members $___________________________March______________ $ June_______________ $ September__________ $ December__________ _______________________________________________ More Sure Word Member Date ______________________________________________________________ Pastor (local church) Date ______________________________________________________________ Priesthood Date
Certificate of Achievement • Upon completion of the New Members Course and in accordance with the Local Pastor’s requirements, a “Certificate of Achievement” is presented. The new member is now eligible to begin Level One of SOD and continue to progress.
Sample Certificate of Achievement Certificate of Achievement This is to Certify That Margaret Jones Has Earned This Certificate Of Achievement for Completing More Sure Word Association New Member’s Course Pastor Smith/ Tabernacle of FaithDecember 12th, 2008 Seal of Approval
School of Development • The following “four” levels of Spiritual Development are offered to “all” Members of More Sure Word through the School of Development which is established in every local church. • Level I: Progress Covenant (12 weeks) • Level II: Ministry Covenant (26 weeks) • Level III: Full Body Ministry (10 weeks) • Level IV: Priesthood Covenant Our Educational Goals are Two-Fold; • To facilitate the gaining of knowledge and retaining of information by completing the questions and answers for the teacher’s review. • To facilitate the gaining of intellectual and a working knowledge of the lessons that will result in inward and outward change.
School of Development • Progress Covenant – Level One • Course consists of “3” Units of Study; • Seeking the Kingdom, Building the Kingdom and Maintaining the Kingdom. ( 12 lessons) • Purpose: (Shepherd’s Helper) • Orientation about More Sure Word Membership. • Teaches you what the Ministry expects from you and what you can expect from the Ministry. • Equips you with foundational teachings regarding Christian Character and Conduct as a MSW Church Member.
School of Development Grading Scale • Suggested Grading Scale In attempt to measure growth and progression based on the lesson materials provided, we have established suggested criteria to grade or evaluate the student’s development process. Rather than grade on a scale of “Right” or “Wrong” answers, we will evaluate according to the following Character Disciplines and Conduct. • 1. Class Attendance – 25% • 2. Class Participation – 25% • 3. Completion of Homework – 25% • 4. Christlike Attitude & Action – 25%
SOD Grading Scale continued • The Teacher should evaluate the Student’s progress by assigning a letter grade to the four categories for each lesson. • For Example: Unit I – Lesson I • 1. Class Attendance – Did the student attend? If, Yes, they have earned 25 points. • 2. Class Participation – Did the student participate by listening attentively, and giving input into the class discussion if given opportunity? If, Yes, then the student has earned 25 points. • 3. Homework Completion – (after lesson one) Did the student complete their homework and return it to you at the appointed time? If, Yes, they have earned 25 points. • 4. Christlike Attitude & Action – Did the student speak and act in the nature of Christ during the class session? Some Guidelines:
Guidelines for Christlike Attitudes and Action Did the Student show: • Respect for you as their teacher? • Respect for their fellow students? • Exercise good manners? • Could they give an example of acting upon a truth taught in their last lesson? If so they have earned 25 points. Add the number of points and grade accordingly: 100 points = A = Excellent 75 points = B = Good 50 points = C = Needs Improvement 25 points = D = Not Acceptable
Progress Covenant Certificate • Upon completion of the “12” Lessons in the Course a Certificate of Completion will be awarded. • Upon completion of the “12” Lessons in the Course and upon the achievement of the “Four Foundational” Character Disciplines by practice as approved by the Pastor; the student will receive a “Certificate of Completion” and a “Progress Covenant License” that identifies them as a Member who is actively engaging in the disciplines as taught throughout the course and as outlined on the license. • Those Students who receive only a “Certificate of Completion” but do not qualify for a Progress Covenant License may continue on into the next levels and receive the same certificate for each level of completed written work. They should not, however, be placed in any area of Ministry until they are actively practicing the license requirements of each course or level.
SOD - Level ICertificate of Class Completion Mary Jones has successfully completed the Study of SOD Level One Progress Covenant. Pastor_________________ Date_________________
Level II – Ministry Covenant • Level II : Ministry Covenant - (26 weeks) • Discover and Implement your Natural Talents and Abilities through the • "ESCAPE " teachings: • E ducation • S piritual • C haracter • A bilities • P ersonality • E xperiences • ESCAPE should be part of your spiritual walk in life in order to be properly equipped to operate effectively in the gifts of the Spirit. • The Holy Spirit and His Gifts; Teaching and Instruction regarding: Tongues, Interpretation of Tongues and Prophecy; Faith, Healing and Miracles; Discerning of Spirits, Word of Wisdom, and Word of Knowledge.
Ministry Covenant Certificate Ministry Covenant
Ministry Covenant License Having Completed "Level II" of SOD, discovering my unique ministry potential through ESCAPE, experiencing the Baptism of the Holy Spirit and learning about His nine special gifts, I am committed to being a More Sure Word Minister by and through the power of the Holy Spirit. I have received the Baptism of the Holy Spirit with the evidence of speaking in tongues and am now operating and growing in His character and gifts. I have studied the influences that effect my own unique ministry through: E DUCATION S PIRITUAL GIFTS C HARACTER A BILITIES P ERSONALITY E XPERIENCES
Level III - Full-Body Ministry and Deployment • Level III consists of (10) Lessons on discovering and developing the “Ascension Gifts” of the Apostle, Prophet, Teacher, Evangelist and Pastor. Ordination takes place when you are recognized as operating in at least one of the Ascension Gifts. More Sure Word will help facilitate your placement into the Ministry of a local More Sure Word Church support ministry; i.e.; Singles, Married, Youth, Children’s Church, Street Ministry, Prison Ministry, etc. Deployment of your Full-Body Ascension giftings may include ministry in your Local Church; or ministry as a Steward of a Cell Group; or ministry as part of an Apostolic Team who establishes new churches.
Full-Body Ministry License • Having Committed myself to Membership and the habits essential for spiritual maturity and agreeing with More Sure Word's Ministry Covenant I am ordained to: • Escape and find my ministry which Is unique • Serve in the areas that best expresses what God made me to be • Demonstrate a servant’s heart by serving in secondary ministries • as the Body needs me. • Cooperate with other ministries and place the greater good of the • whole body over the needs of my ministry.
Priesthood Qualifications • We are called to establish God’s Divine Order for his church. We believe in the restoration of the “hand of God” which represents the five fold full-body leadership team that God ordained to lead the church. • In keeping with the vision of MSW, order is the first order of business, which must be exemplified through the leaders of this ministry.
Priesthood Qualifications Continued • Must be an active and faithful member of the MSW Association. • Must have successfully completed and be demonstrating all phases of: ASOP, SOD, and New Members Classes. • Must be faithful and dedicated. • Must be above reproach. • Must exhibit a humble, submissive and teachable spirit and attitude. • Must be willing to wholeheartedly dedicate the physical and mental energies required for the up building of the kingdom. • Must be knowledgeable of ministerial operations in all areas and exhibit proficiency in such areas.
Priesthood Qualities The MSW Priesthood consists of members who have met and consistently exemplify the following: • Must be a person of integrity. • Must maintain a credible reputation. • Must exhibit a spirit of meekness and humbleness • Must be supportive of the MSW Vision and Ministry. • Must exhibit the ability to positively influence. • Must exhibit the ability to respect others. • Must have the ability to empower others.
Priesthood Qualities Continued: • Must understand and exhibit appropriate timing. • Must understand, and operate in the principle of seasons. • Must understand, exhibit and respect authority and power. • Must have the ability to draw and effect change in the lives of others. • Must exhibit the ability to prioritize.
