PenTab's FOJ 2018 by Gracious Grafx

WELCOME

t is my delight to welcome you to our 15th Annual Focus on Jesus Summit. Whether you’re a member of our church family here at Pentecostal Tabernacle, visiting from another congregation or a guest; we welcome you to this special time of spiritual renewal, worship, prayer and edification through the word of God.

Our Summit this year has been intentionally developed with varied formats and activities including teaching sessions, ministry of the word, drama presentation, music, worship, praise expressions for all age groups and the diversity of our audience that we hope will challenge, inspire and redirect our focus us to a deliberate and impassioned pursuit of Jesus Christ and an eternal perspective of our purpose. I especially invite all parents and guardians to bring all the children to our 1st FOJ Children’s Summit on Friday at 10:00 a.m., for a unique opportunity designed especially for our youths from ages 6-14 to participate and learn more about the word of God, fellowship, and how to impact the Kingdom. The theme of our Summit this year – THE ETERNAL PERSPECTIVE - has been divinely inspired to refocus and re-awaken our attention to the importance of the urgency of an eternal perspective in these last days. The Book of Mark 8:36 & 37 warns of the dangers of failure of an eternal perspective: “For what shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? Or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul? What good is it if our goals, and our plans, and ambitions are accomplished in this world, and we lose our souls? An eternal perspective is of paramount importance in

our daily living. Throughout the scriptures we are reminded that in the last days Men will be lovers of themselves - 2 Timothy 3:2 They will call evil good – Isaiah 5:20 Scoffers will come - 2 Peter 3:3 Many will fall away - 1Timothy 4:1 Perilous times shall come - 2 Timothy 3:1 All these are evident but the scriptures also remind us in Acts 2:17 Acts 2:17 - And it shall come to pass in the last days, saith God, I will pour out of my Spirit upon all flesh: and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, and your young men shall see visions, and your old men shall dream dreams: It’s my earnest prayer and hope that throughout the course of our various services and activities this week that the Holy Spirit will truly minister to us. As a congregation we’ve engaged in a time of intentional prayer and fasting prior to this Summit with an earnest desire to see the manifestation of God. We are wanting the wind of the spirit of God to renew and revise us; and we are believing for an outpouring of the Spirit’s Oil, bringing deliverance, healing, miracles and more importantly souls, to an eternal relationship and into the Kingdom of God. I hope you will be blessed over the next five days and leave feeling challenged, equipped and empowered by the Holy Spirit to be about God’s work in our world today and a renewed commitment to life focus on what really matters - an eternal perspective. My heartfelt thanks to all those who worked over many months in various capacities in putting together this Summit. I am confident that our time together will be a significant moment in our ministry with anticipation of what God will do as we spend time in the presence of God and move forward together in our shared vision and mission to always Focus on Jesus.

Pastor S. Robert Stewart & Sis. Jennifer Stewart

SUMMIT Schedule

6/20

Wednesday

6/21

Thursday

6/22

7:30 p.m.

Pastor Joel Urshan

The New Covenant

10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Pastor Wayne Williams Holiness: God’s Character Revealed in Us

Bishop Michael Boyd

11:45 a.m.-1:15 p.m.

7:30 p.m.

Friday

10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.

Pastor Robert Stewart

10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.

Pastor W. Sammy Stewart

11:45 a.m.–1:45 p.m.

Living with an Eternal Perspective

Pastor Joel Urshan

Peculiar, Privileged & Purposed

The Power of His Word

Children’s Summit - Thy Word is a Lamp

Pastor Alan Todd Pastor Joel Urshan

Explosive Power

11:45 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

7:30 p.m.

Lady Sasha Gourzong

Children’s Summit - This Little Light of Mine

Lady Maribel Mendizabal

Power to Influence

SUMMIT Schedule

6/23

Saturday

10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Pastors and Spouses Symposium

6:30 p.m.

6/24

Sunday

Drama Presentation: Beyond Today

10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

Bishop Ogarth McKoy

Heaven: A Prize Worth Suffering For

Lady Maribel Mendizabal

Ages: 18-21 & Life Application Class Pursue…Finish the Race

Lady Allison Todd

Ages: 14-17 Endure: The Prize Awaits

Evangelist Arlene Williams

Ages: 10-13 Who are You Feeding?

11:15 a.m.

Pastor Alan Todd

7:00 p.m.

Pastor Alan Todd

The War Within The Prize

PASTOR

JOEL A. URSHAN

ev. Joel A. Urshan is a fourth generation Apostolic-Pentecostal who preached his first sermon at the age of eleven. Since that time, he has evangelized in nearly every state in the United States and many countries in Western Europe. He has also ministered in Youth Conventions and Conferences throughout his ministry. He served as a youth leader and co-pastor with his father in Kokomo, Indiana for five years before becoming the pastor of First Apostolic Church in Cincinnati, Ohio with his family in 2005. His ministry is dynamically anointed with the presence of the Holy Ghost which has touched thousands of lives.

PASTOR

ALAN TODD

lder Alan Todd has been the senior leader of Global Apostolic Ministries for over 20 years. He is a hard working disciple with a tremendous passion for lost people and those who are looking for their purpose in the Kingdom. In addition to being a pastor, God has also given him the access to enter the evangelistic field and strengthen those in the body of Christ internationally. Elder Todd supervises a global ministry in the island of Grenada (Redeemers House) and is working with a group in India. Elder Todd currently sits on the Executive Board of the Bethlehem United Churches of Jesus Christ (Apostolic) Canadian Division, as the Boardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s National Administrator. Elder Todd and his wife, Allison, have been married for 24 years and are proud parents to eight beautiful children.

LADY

MARIBEL MENDIZABAL

aribel Mendizabal, along with her husband, founded the non-profit organization, the American Society of Family Counseling, Inc. 18 years ago. She has worked with families for over 21 years giving them Christian Counseling. Their foundation is represented in 12 different countries to date and they have been giving marriage and family seminars throughout the United States. Maribel and her husband Samuel were the Associate Pastors of Mundo Pentecostal Church for the past 21 years and are now full time evangelists. Besides being an international speaker, Maribel is also the Admissions and Finance Director of the Bible College Centro Teologico Ministerial in Houston, Texas, as well as their satellite locations in Florida, New York and Georgia. Maribel cowrote a book called Fortaleciendo Mi Matrimonio (Strengthening my Marriage) with her husband and recorded a bilingual music CD in 2005.

She is currently dedicating her time running the nonprofit organization and their international Family Conference â&#x20AC;&#x153;Restoring Familiesâ&#x20AC;? and speaking and singing in various countries.

Wednesday, June 20, 2018 7:30 p.m.

Service

Pastor Joel Urshan

The New Covenant

Hebrews 8:7-10, Ephesians 1:4

he New Covenant is what the Gospel is all about. Without the New Covenant, there is no Gospel message, no salvation, and no inclusion of Gentiles in God’s promises. God set His plan in motion and it includes us. In short, God’s plan from the beginning was to create a people for Himself. God’s plan includes: • Mercy for our iniquities • Redemption for our transgressions • Remembering our sins no more • Cleansing of our conscience • Writing His laws upon our hearts and minds • Personal intimacy with our Maker • Partaking in the eternal inheritance The vision of redemptive history presented in Ephesians begins from “before the foundation of the world” Ephesians 1:4. At the end of this passage Paul strains his eyes to look forward to the end, when we acquire possession of our

inheritance. Jesus is the one through whom this eternal plan is enacted. God, who dwells in eternity, views things from an eternal perspective. He has an everlasting plan which supersedes and surpasses all others. Only God sees the entire picture; we perceive but a small glimpse.

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Thursday, June 21, 2018

10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Session

Pastor Wayne Williams

Holiness: God’s Character Revealed In Us Hebrews 12:14

oliness encompasses all the character traits from our heavenly Father being exhibited in our everyday life. It is not limited to cultural interpretation. Jesus demands a lifestyle of holiness. The word of God declares to, “Be holy, because I am holy” (1 Peter 1:16). The Bible even goes as far to say, “…. and holiness, without which no man shall see God” (Hebrews 12:14). God requires that His people take on His character and represent Him in this dark world. Therefore, it is imperative for every Christian to fully comprehend the essence of holiness and display it for the world to see. There are 3 important aspects of holiness every Christian needs to know: 1. Holiness Is Separation From Sin (2 Corinthians 6:16-17) Sin must first be addressed before holiness can shine through. The process of dying daily to the wicked deeds of the flesh is holiness becoming evident in our lives.

2. Holiness Demands That We Should Be Different (1 Peter 2:9) (1 Peter 1:13-16) To be holy is to stand out, no matter if the majority bows. When the world condemns we love, when they reject we restore and when they curse enemies we pray. 3. Holiness Is Rooted In Love (1 John 4:7-8) We cannot have God’s character without having love. The word of God says, “If you love me keep my commandments” (John 14:15). Our love for God should propel us to become like him.

Thursday, June 21, 2018

11:45 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.

Session

Bishop Michael Boyd

Living With An Eternal Perspective 2 Corinthians 4:18; Colossians 3:1-4

he purpose of this session is to communicate the importance of living from God’s eternal perspective rather than from a temporal

Important questions to consider: 1. When faced with a decision, ask yourself, “Will this amount to anything in light of eternity?”

A “perspective” is a point of view, a way of thinking about a matter. We are tempted every day to have a temporal rather than an eternal perspective.

2. What is your view on finances, material possessions?

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This session will help us to understand: 1. What is an eternal perspective 2. Why we need to live with an eternal perspective 3. Some benefits of living with an eternal perspective 4. Principles of how to develop an eternal perspective

3. How does the eternal perspective impact my choices in relationships and selecting a mate? 4. In which areas do you need to trust God to develop an eternal perspective?

Thursday, June 21, 2018

7:30 p.m.

Service

Pastor Joel Urshan

Peculiar, Privileged & Purposed John 1:12; 1 Peter 2:9; Corinthians 5:17

his message is designed to reaffirm children of God regarding their position in Christ and exhort them regarding their purpose.

The gospel of John teaches that the individual who believes and receives Christ becomes a son of God; a highly esteemed position. In 1 Peter 2, we are called a Royal Priesthood, a Holy Nation and a Peculiar People. We who were morally corrupted and enemies of Christ were purchased by God and made joint heirs with Jesus Christ. As such, we became Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s choice and were made a holy habitation for the sovereign King. As Christians, we have a privileged position to live consistently as sons of God. As sons. We are consecrated and justified in the sight of God through Jesus Christ. We should not live as slaves to sin, serving our carnal desires instead we should live as new creatures engrafted in Christ. We are positioned on the earth as ambassadors of Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Kingdom.

Thursday, June 21, 2018

10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Session

Pastor Robert Stewart

The Power of His Word II Tim. 3:14-16

he purpose of this session is to remind attendees that we cannot have a relationship with God if we do not believe His Word. This session will help us to understand: 1. God’s word is infallible (II Tim. 3:16) 2. God’s word was not written based on the private interpretation of the writers. They wrote as the Holy Spirit moved on them. (II Pet 1:20-21) 3. We can only understand and believe God if we diligently research His word. (2 Timothy 2:15; Acts 17:11) 4. Regeneration occurs not only when we believe, but when we begin to obey the Word of God (II Tim. 3:14; Romans 10:17) The accuracy of prophecy has been a major litmus test for the Bible. The Bible has made

several predictions which have actually come to pass without error. With this proof we know that His return is imminent and look forward to the eternal reward (II Tim 4:8, Titus 2:13-14).

Friday, June 22, 2018

10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Session

Pastor W. Sammy Stewart Thy Word Is A Lamp Ps. 119:105

he purpose of this session is to remind the attendees that in order to have a relationship with God we must believe His word. The teacher will examine the power of God’s word and will share with students ways to know and better understand God’s word.

Friday, June 22, 2018

11:45 a.m. – 1:45 p.m.

Pastor Alan Todd & Pastor Joel Urshan

Session

Explosive Power Romans 13:1-2, Acts 1:7-8, Luke 10:19

ccording to Merriam Webster Dictionary, God’s power guarantees victory over the power is ability to act or produce an effect. enemy – Luke 10:19 Power by its very nature enables and as such God gives us power over sin – Romans cannot be separated from action. 6:14, 17-18 God gives us power to: • Fulfill every command He gives us • Resist every force that is against us • Become all that He desires us to be • Live victoriously in this present life • Be ready for eternity with Him Jesus’ death on the cross demonstrated His power over sin, death, and the grave. When we receive the Holy Ghost, we become recipients of this power with all the rights and responsibilities that come with that gift. God is the source of power – Romans 13:1-2 God gives power to us when the Holy Ghost is received - Acts 1:7-8

Friday, June 22, 2018

11:45 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1:30 p.m. Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Summit

Session

Lady Sasha Gourzong

This Little Light of Mine (Application/Activity Based) Matthew 5:16

During the session, presenter will: - List the purpose of light - Explore the greatness/effects of light - Illustrate (through drawings, crafts etc.) the power of light (The True Light) - Define what The Light means to them. - Identify the power within. By the end of the sessions, recipients should have a greater appreciation for The Light and their roles as being vessels of the Light.

Friday, June 22, 2018

7:30 p.m.

Session

Lady Maribel Mendizabal Power to Influence Matthew 5:13-16

esus uses the illustration of salt and light to teach about the responsibility of Christians in a dark world. God has transferred us from the kingdom of darkness to His Kingdom and given us the power to reflect His light and His love. Influence is a form of leadership through which we are the channel God uses to effect powerful and lasting change in the world. Both salt and light have powerful influences on their environment. Salt gives flavor to the tasteless and light penetrates and obliterates darkness. By definition, an influence must be different from that which it influences. As Christians, we must be distinctively different from the world. We cannot influence the world when we are worldly ourselves. We cannot give light to the world if we hide our light and revert to a lifestyle of darkness. For light to shine in the darkness it has to be set upon a lampstand and not allowed to be extinguished. For salt to be effective it must maintain its property and not be corrupted by that which it is attempting to change;

this is the standard to which the Child of God is held. This session should lead the Children of God to recognize that the Holy Ghost in us gives us the power to operate as salt and light. We have the power to be different, to maintain our unique qualities, to influence, and to change the world.

Sunday, June 24, 2018

10:00 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 11:00 am. Adult

Session

Bishop Ogarth McKoy

Heaven: A Prize Worth Suffering For Romans 8:16-18, 2 Corinthians 6:7-18

s believers in Christ, we are all running a God designed race, to obtain the prize of eternal life with our Lord. In Philippians, Paul writes that he presses toward the mark for the prize. The fact that he describes his position as pressing, depicts that there are obstacles or resistance to his forward movement that he must overcome. As we run this race, there will be hurdles for each of us to get over and seeing that this is not a race designed for how fast we can run or how strong we are (Eccl. 9:11), endurance is crucial in finishing (Heb. 10:36). In this race, we are all in different lanes, pressing towards the same finish line. Our Lord has designed each course specific to us. Life presents many hurdles for each of us. Pain, disappointment, even tragedy are placed in our path. Our competition is tough, sneaky and very deceptive. But, we focus on the race ahead, one hurdle at a time, knowing it will be a challenge and even painful. Healing and overcoming pain and

disappointment in life is a process that takes one hurdle at a time. This session will highlight the tools to overcome each hurdle, finish the race, and receive eternal life in heaven.

Sunday, June 24, 2018

10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Ages: 18-21 & Life Application Class

Session

Lady Maribel Mendizabal Pursue… Finish the Race 1 Corinthians 9:24

veryone is given the choice to accept or reject Christ. Therefore, those who decide to follow Christ must embrace the prerequisites for obtaining the heavenly reward; constant spiritual warfare and sacrifice. Achieving the prize requires an unwavering, intentional, focused mindset. This session will help us to understand that: • The prize demands a sacrifice (1 Pet 1:3-7) • Your attitude will determine how you go through the process (Phil 2:14-16) • To attain the prize, you must finish the race (II Tim 4:7-8)

Friday, June 22, 2018

10:00 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 11:00 a.m. Ages: 14-17

Session

Lady Allison Todd

Endure: The Prize Awaits 1 Corinthians 9:24, Philippians 3:13-14

s believers in Christ, we are all running a God designed race, to obtain the prize of eternal life with our Lord. In Philippians, Paul writes that he presses toward the mark for the prize. The fact that he describes his position as pressing, depicts that there are obstacles or resistance to his forward movement that he must overcome. As we run this race, there will be hurdles for each of us to get over and seeing that this is not a race designed for how fast we can run or how strong we are (Eccl. 9:11), endurance is crucial in finishing (Heb. 10:36). In this race, we are all in different lanes, pressing towards the same finish line. Our Lord has designed each course specific to us. This session will highlight the tools to overcome each hurdle, finish the race, and receive eternal life in heaven.

Sunday, June 24, 2018

10:00 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 11:00 a.m. Ages: 10-13

Session

Evangelist Arlene Williams Who are You Feeding? Psalm 119:8-10, 1 John 5: 3-4

he purpose of this session is for the children to recognize the importance of cultivating a relationship with Christ. Using role plays and breakout groups this interactive session will highlight what happens when one starves the flesh and feeds the Spirit. Overview: Show the following video: https://www.youtube. com/watch?v=3f9O2P20hPk Emphasize the importance of feeding our souls and not focusing solely on: 1. Our bodies 2. Our possessions/status and gaining wealth 3. Family and Friends

Sunday, June 24, 2018

11:15 a.m.

Service

Pastor Alan Todd

The War Within Romans 7:23-25, Galatians 5:24-25

he purpose of this session is to substantiate through scripture, the believersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; fate. The session will explore opposing natures and incite the believer to keep pressing towards the prize despite the constant conflict and struggle. There is an inward battle that continuously rages within the life of every believer. It is the conflict between good and evil, right and wrong, the flesh and the Spirit. This war is unremitting and fierce, and the flesh and Spirit are locked in active conflict with one another. As Christians, we can readily identify with the words of the Apostle Paul in Romans 7:23-24. However, he is quick to point out that though he struggles, he is confident that God, the great deliverer, will come to his defense. Therefore, we must endeavor to walk in the Spirit equipping ourselves for the battle. Our defense is in God and we are made champions through Christ.

Sunday, June 24, 2018

7:00 p.m.

Service

Pastor Alan Todd

The Prize Philippians 3:7-14, Romans 8:16-18; 29 & 1 John 3:3

he speaker will delve into the great hope, Our prize will include a victor’s crown, eternity with glorification of the child of God, and the pre- ceaseless peace, mansions unending, and eternity in the presence of Jesus. requisites for the various crowns in scripture.

The bible speaks of heaven and the various crowns as a final destination and promised rewards. However, it is necessary to note that one’s journey is equally important to arrive at the destination and the right perspective is needed along the journey. As we peruse the scriptures we will note that a Christian’s journey demands conformity to the image of God, which is coupled with suffering. The apostle Paul who was imprisoned several times serves as a riveting example of this fact. His desire to make heaven his home was undergirded with a fervent desire to be conformed to the image of God. Paul embraced the fellowship of suffering in his pursuit to becoming more like Jesus. While we yet abide on to be longsuffering as image of Christ. Let us set before us, enduring

this earthly sod, we need we are conformed to the run with patience the race hardship as good soldiers.

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