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The Biblical mandate is crystal clear – “go ye into all the world.” To accomplish this Biblical mandate, God has given us the vision to employ the team concept that will ultimately win the lost to Christ. Our initial program lineup with respect to evangelism covers but not limited to the following areas: (a) church evangelism (from church to church) (b) the team concept (c) business and marketplace evangelism (d) missionary – both local and abroad (e) crusade evangelism (monthly endeavors) our evangelistic alliance, (f) mass evangelism (g) Internet evangelism and (h) electronic mass media evangelism. The words “global evangelism” are consistent with the Biblical mandate “go ye into all the world.” In times past, many theologians have considered this consent to denote “go into your known world.” That is, your local bailiwick or denominational persuasion. But fuller revelations have given us ample evidence that this mandate was speaking of the uttermost parts of the world. Also, heretofore, the church has been too divided and under funded to undertake such as mission together as world evangelism. But God, by bringing His people together has changed this barrier. And with state-of -the–art technology, mass media, global broadcasting equipment, sufficient funding and resources, the church is now fully competent of executing the Biblical mandate of reaching the whole world with the whole gospel of Jesus Christ. God is breaking down the walls of denominational frigidity and we are pleased to announce that Manasseh has been chosen by God to spearhead this movement. Finally, after 26 plus years of planning, organizing, developing, revamping, waiting, praying, fasting, and seeking the face of God, we are now prepared to undertake the divine mission “to rescue the prisoners that are bound” and bring God’s people together. “See, I have this day, set thee over the nations, and over the kingdoms, to root out, and pull down, and to destroy, and to throw down. To build and to plant (Jer. 1:10)” “Gather my saints together unto me; those that have made a covenant with me by sacrifice (Psalms 50:5)” …’ And gather them out of the lands; from the east, and from the west, from the north, and from the south (Psa.107:3).” Church Evangelism“Endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. There is one body, and one Spirit, even as ye are called in one hope of your calling; One Lord, one faith, one baptism (Eph.4:3-6).”
At the outset, let us be very clear that salvation is through Jesus Christ. The Manasseh agenda of church evangelism consists of conducting regular evangelistic services from church to church. This differs slightly from crusade evangelism, which will be conducted in large settings such as auditoriums, coliseums, amphitheaters, dome convention centers, sports arenas and other large facilities capable of housing large numbers of people. To a great extent, many evangelistic services are presently being conducted using these methods. The Manasseh approach will be inclusive of this and comprise the whole body of Christ – and will necessitate a global team concept. This will make a vast difference in appeal, approach presentation and soul winning techniques. As God brings His church together with full autonomy, individual’s rights and privileges, we will be one people. And be able to receive and benefit from such a diversity and variety of God’s best. At present, church evangelism, for the most part is preaching to the choir. And except for those few people who walk in from the street or the ones we extend an invitation to, it’s pretty much standard services. We are spending a lot of time on the saved that really do not need a doctor. And except for some mixing, the standard is usually accomplished through regular denominations, local services celebrated and recognizable speakers. But the Manasseh way will forge right through the barriers and provide the very best in gospel variety to the whole body of Christ. This is accomplished through our International Speakers Roster. In order to be accepted for membership in Manasseh, you will have to agree to have your name placed on this roster and agree to submit to a minimum of four speaking engagements outside of your own fellowship annually. The Team Concept
The team concept of evangelism isn’t new – but the Manasseh approach is innovative and fresh. Our proposed budget entails funding for 30,000 evangelism candidates and personnel. This includes 10,000 global evangelists, 10,000 crusade evangelists and 10,000 missionaries (local and abroad). Team evangelism will consist of 200 starting teams with 50 members to a team. Starting points will include (a) The United States (b) Canada (c) Central America (d) South America (e) United Kingdom (f) Asia (g) Africa (g) India (h) Australia and New Zealand (i) Caribbean Islands and others to be assigned. Team evangelism will comprise about six (6) departments. Truly, this will be a combined effort of the entire body of Christ. It’s also referred to as “participatory evangelism.” This is the Lord’s doing. Our proposed plans are to reach the “whole world with the whole gospel of Jesus Christ.” This is God’s program involving cooperation from His people. He that wins souls is wise! Team evangelism will be a joint effort of all 10 evangelism programs. We will employ state of the art technology, electronic media, mass appeals and advertising, and employ the finest speakers and teachers in the body of Christ. Team evangelism will be an ongoing effort. It will entail 10 days of crusades (conducting business and advertising and 10 days of nightly services. During the day, we will have seminars, classes, fellowship conferences, morning prayer and a prayer breakfast. Counselors will be available; prayer hotlines and referral services. The communities are all welcome and invited. Pastors from various mainline denominations will also be available. This will be a full time endeavor and once executed will continue until Jesus comes back for His church. With a focus on global evangelism services held 20 days per month. If one really wanted to be saved or rededicate his life to God … he/she will be able to do this either day or night around the world. This is incredible … nonetheless true. It’s God’s blessing for his people. Redeeming the times, because the days are evil. This vision of bringing God’s people together and executing global evangelism is not a one-man endeavor. It’s God’s plan for His end time church. This type of program is too diverse and complex for one man to execute without the guidance of the Almighty. Some things are not possible for man – but nothing is impossible with God. I have been working on these divine programs for 26 years. Business & Marketplace Evangelism
Marketplace evangelism is akin to business evangelism. In fact, the two are inseparable. We have a gospel mandate and duty to spread the good news of Jesus Christ to all. And make disciples of all men. This mandate includes corporate America, Wall Street, mass media, electronic avenues and many other outlets. I invite you to read some information I gathered over the years. It is extracted from our newsletter called the " Millennial Clarion” Once you read it - you will be more convinced that our mission must include the world of electronic and mass media. Marketplace Evangelism: (Light shine for Christ) "Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glory your Father which is in heaven (Matt.5:16)." Business Evangelism: (scrupulous business practices) "See that a man is diligent in his business? He shall stand before kings; he shall not stand before mean men (Prov.22: 29)." In some ways, marketplace evangelism is more important than church evangelism. The marketplace is where most of us work; it’s where we conduct business and it’s where people see us without our Sunday clothes on. And it is where we interact with the general public. It’s where we let off steam when things go contrary or when someone crosses us in some divergent way. The marketplace is where the devils hang out waiting for an opportunity to make us “play the fool.” Our evangelists, missionaries and mission efforts to win the lost to Christ will include business and marketplace evangelism. We will be about Corporate America, the European market and other places where God’s people are. We will compel them to come in. We will employ every conceivable tool that God will place at our disposal. This will not be about “proselytizing” we will simply present the gospel of Jesus Christ to those who want and desire it. We will not employ gimmicks or high-pressure sales pitches. We will simply tell them that Jesus loves them. And that they need a Savior. Where applicable, we will obey and adhere to local, national and international laws. “For a great door and effectual is opened unto me, and there are many adversaries (1Cor.16:9).” Missionary Department– Local & Abroad
The Missionary department will have initially 10,000 members. These highly trained professionals will be dispatched all over the world and main street U.S.A. too. Not only will they minister abroad, but at home also. All of our evangelistic personnel will be on staff and receive benefits, merits and annual increases. These missionaries’ journeys will be unique as missionaries because of the varied and diverse backgrounds. They will hail from “every nation.” We will employ professional managers, translators, computer experts, administrative personnel and staff members from around the world. Someone in this department will be able to speak your language. Not everyone will qualify to be a missionary and neither can everyone be an evangelist. You must receive a call from God. Missionaries engage in many variety of services such as home missions, teaching, street meetings, caring for the sick, helping the natives, building churches, and a host of other community services. Local missionaries work directly in the community with other agencies. They care for the homeless, poverty stricken, unwed mothers, and love the unlovable. Not everyone can do this. Missionaries usually are not “pulpit” preachers – but can be a versatile as God will give them grace. We will not limit them or the Lord. Missionaries also work with elder care programs, go into homes and assist with just about everything that’s needed to care for the ailing or sick. They visit hospital, prisons, institutions, nursing homes and Indian reservations. The Apostle Paul (over his lifetime) undertook many missionary journeys and often times lived in difficult conditions. Since we live in the 21st Century, we have enhanced many of the conditions for our local missionaries, but our missionary’s abroad that minister in far away places could encounter some less than perfect living conditions. However, we will endeavor to make the living conditions of our missionaries as pleasant as possible. We would like to pause and offer a silent prayer for the recent slain missionary and her young child involved in a terrible mishap. And we offer our condolences to her family. Crusade Evangelism
Crusade evangelism is a combination of all of our evangelism programs and works in concert with them. Crusade evangelists compliment the team concept by conducting business, advertising, and generally preparing the way for the monthly evangelism. This group also serves as scouts and business representatives. They scout out communities, adequate facilities, work with community leaders, and secure business contracts, appropriate housing and lodging for team members, visitors and out of town guest. They also arrange for adequate transportation and meet with local clergy, pastors and evangelists. Crusade evangelists are fishermen who look for a pond to catch fish. They hail from various backgrounds, constitute male and females, and experts in their respective fields of endeavor. They meet in strategy sessions, pray, fast and seek the mind of God. They also hold seminars, fact finding sessions, teach classes and attend local worship services. They make announcements of the upcoming revival, weeks and months in advance. Without crusade evangelism, we would not be able to obtain total success. Crusade evangelism is essential to the success of any evangelistic operations. I live in a seacoast community in Orange County, California. Several years ago, the Billy Graham evangelistic crusade came to my town. But not before they had a crusade. They set up offices, notified local clergy and made broadcast announcements at least 12 months prior to the arrival of Dr. Graham. I was really impressed with the cooperation and spirit behind this. My insurance agent is a Jewish Christian and he was in involved with the crusade (Jews for Jesus). And offered me an opportunity to join the crusade efforts. God rewarded these efforts as literally hundreds of people gave their life to the Lord during the evangelistic meetings. Glory be to God!! The Spirit Of Cooperation: “ So the carpenter encouraged the goldsmith, and he that smootheth with the hammer him that smote the anvil, saying, It is ready for the sodering: and he fastened it with nails, that it should not be moved (Isa.41:7).” It’s central to work together. God has so deliberated our plight that we need each other. No man is an Island. The Almighty has given all of us talents and skills and we must come together to discover what the other doesn’t have or what is lacking. No one organization, church or institution has it all. Even in the secular, nations, in order to survive and be successful, have to trade with each other. In fact, global trade agreements stimulate the economy and everyone benefits. The same is true with the church. Evangelistic Alliance The Evangelistic Alliance of Manasseh constitutes an association of ministers, missionaries, clergy, and pastors from every nation, denomination regardless of race, creed or nationality. It is based upon the incarnation, virgin birth, death, burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ. It’s a call of men and women of the gospel faith and good will to join us in our fight to win the hearts and souls of men to the gospel of Jesus Christ.
The Evangelistic Alliance and the International Speaker’s Roster are two important considerations. They share a lot in common. All who are admitted and accepted into the evangelistic alliance names are placed in the international speaker’s roster by contractual agreement. This way, (by computer and internet access), they are available to the whole body of Christ. Their names, churches, denominational affiliation, address and titles are placed in our huge database. All of the evangelism teams, missionaries, clergy, crusade evangelists, and pastors are derived from the evangelistic alliance. This association of clergy and missionaries is a worldwide effort to being God’s servants together in organization form. And to make their services, talents and skills available to the body of Christ. The alliance is not something you join, you have to be admitted and accepted. Once admitted and accepted, you receive some partnership documents, salary agreements along with benefits and a five (5) year contract which is mutually renewable. It is apart of God’s United Plan. A subject to be discussed in another presentation. Mass Evangelism
Manasseh Point Association, an evangelistic concern intends to conduct mass evangelism on a global scale using convention methods, existing and future technology, small and large facilities capable of housing God’s people. Mass evangelism conducted in coliseum and dome convention centers isn’t new. But some of the approaches – especially in the eleventh hour will be quite different and will contrast from the standard Sunday morning worship services. Nothing about these services will be routine. People who frequent these types of services are also quite dissimilar – as to lifestyles, wearing apparels and beliefs. We will concern ourselves with one thing – preaching to them Jesus. (MK. 16:15,16).’ And preached unto Jesus (Acts. 8:35).” The following is a brief list of things associated with our approach in the eleventh hour and will be expounded upon in future presentations: (a) the services (b) the methods (c) the message (d) the messengers (e) people variety (f) come as ye are (g) just as I am Lord (h) fishing with a net (i) massive family appeal (j) letting God scale the fish (k) local fellowship services (l) music to suit the occasion (m) the mass evangelism appeal (n) pastoral care and follow up (o) the ministerial staff (p) working with local clergy (q) variety speaker’s roster (r) Christian education (s) multimedia and video services (t) baptism accommodations and (u) emphasizing the baptism of the Holy Ghost. Lifestyles and mode of dress will not be a factor (as long as it’s acceptable and standard dress for the occasion). Good common sense should govern all things –especially those things relative to the gospel of Jesus Christ. Do all things decently and in order. Mass evangelism appeal will differ drastically from Sunday morning worship services. We live in desperate times and demands desperate measures to win the lost to Christ. We don’t have time to concern ourselves with makeup, mode of dress, or church and denominational politics. The eleventh hour is rapidly approaching, and the Lord’s trumpet could sound at any moment. However, our security team (plain clothes) will take all things into consideration as we concentrate on preaching God’s Word. Internet Evangelism
Internet Evangelism is as new as the Internet itself. It is a term used to post gospel materials on the Internet so that the people of God and others can have equal access to it. To this extent, God has blessed us to form a team of programmers and developers called Palm Warriors. Our chief goal is to create quality Christian education for the Palm computer and to post these projects on the Internet and other web sites. Our team members are as follows: Joseph W. Blue, Keith Zimmermann, Todd Reed, Mark Hollingsworth, Danny Newport, Dr. Bob Ray, MD, Michael Todd, Carl Quick, David Crites (advisory), Debbie Tucker (editorial) and Yasmin Todd. At this writing, we have about 20 Christian related projects from documents to outlines posted on various web sites. Two of the more popular are www.palmgear.com and www.handango.com. Also, you can access the materials from our site www.sempassociates.com. You can also contact us by email at jblue2340@aol.com or jblue5147@yahoo.com. Our programmers and developers are knit together by a commitment to the Lord and by our Palm Warrior Creed and Mission Statement. A copy of this can be viewed on our web site. We also are developing an electronic publishing company called SempCo Electronic Publishing, a dot.com company. We will offer a wide selection of GospelPalmResources. The following is a brief introduction. The are many good things on the Internet and there are many things we should shun. But as people of the Most High God, we have to learn to accept the good and refuse the evil. Our goal is to bring the very best quality of programming we possibly can. And with God’s help, our Palm Warrior team is attempting to do just this. The materials we create and post are available for the whole body of Christ. It is not a denominational divide. We purposely stay away from eventualities that divide the body and focus on those issues of mutual agreement. Our team members hail from various walks of life; live in different parts of the country and attend different Christian churches. We have the same Heavenly Father and He loves us all. We are first united by the basic doctrine – the incarnation and virgin birth of Jesus Chris and His death, burial and resurrection. Pray for us that the Word of the Lord will have free course. SempCo Electronic Publishing "A Dot.Com Company" GospelPalmResources
Welcome To SempCo Electronic Publishing, a proposed development and dot.com company established to offer multiple platforms, employment and variety for the Palm and electronic community. SempCo Electronic Publishing is a part of of family of companies. The word Semp is an anagram formed by adding the first two initials of our twin companies - Search Enterprises and Manasseh Point. Search Enterprises is the commercial division whereas Manasseh is our evangelistic association. Together, they form Semp, which denotes " twins woven & knitted together." Semp & Associates, the Mother Company (a diversified services group) has been on the divine drawing board since 1975. We have been creating, writing and developing Christian education for the marketplace for over two decades. And now, God has extended our reach to include the Palm community. You can access our web site at www.sempassociates.com. The web site address for electronic publishing is listed above and is still under development. We are planning to employ this site name for electronic publishing along with "GospelPalmResources", a suggested name submitted to us by Mike Todd, one of our team members. In early 2000, when I was talking to several people about establishing a web site, it was Todd Reed (another member of the group) who suggested a Christian web site dedicated to the cause of Christ. When I heard this, I knew that God had spoken. And indeed, a short time later, God confirmed His Word. Keith Zimmermann programmed our first electronic project called Grace To Help v 1.0. And the rest is divine history!!! We are thankful to God and for our programming team for the contributions of ideas, projects and time with respect to the development of this Christian related web site. We would like to introduce our team at this point. Also, they will be listed later under programming team: Joseph W. Blue, Keith Zimmermann, Todd Reed, Mark Hollingsworth, Danny Newport, Dr. Bob Ray, M.D, Mike Todd, Carl Quick, David Crites (advisor), Debbie Tucker (editorial) and Yasmin Todd. To God be the glory!!
This vision has been on the divine drawing board for about 25 years. We have labored faithfully preparing business procedures, policies, a constitution, partnership documents, contracts, budgetary considerations, humanitarian programs, community services, staffing requirements, management policies and a host of other start-up and operational procedures. The work although rewarding has been extensive and tedious. Over the years, many friends and associates have left us, but God has stood by us in this endeavor. Thanks be unto God!! Goals & Objectives: The goals and objectives of the electronic publishing endeavor are intertwined with that of Christian publishing and evangelism. To offer quality Christian education to the various Palm platforms and formats. This includes the entire arena of electronic publishing. We hope to afford a platform and market for Christian authors/inventors and others who champion the Christian morality of honest, decency and moral attributes. Not every item has to be a Christian affiliated product. But "what ever things are lovely." Such as games, utilities and other objects that express good intentions, learning, and amusement will also be accepted. Also, any Christian undertaking submitted for consideration will have to appeal to the whole body of Christ. It must be for all of God's people - regardless of denominational persuasion. This electronic Christian web site (although patterned after some of the others such as Palmgear and Handango) will differ with respect to principles, submission policies, procedures and accessibility. And will maintain a sense of decency and morality pursuing the principles of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
We reserve the right to accept or reject any project, game, utility or any other submission that's incompatible with the goals and objectives of our company and the principles of the gospel of Jesus Christ. On The succeeding pages, you will find a "proposed submission procedure." Unlike Palmgear or Handango, where you can sign up and submit your materials and it goes right to a server. Our submission policy will be open to all that qualify - but all submissions go unswervingly to editorial review rather than on a server. But even Palmgear and Handango have rules and regulations on submitting projects. Products & Services: Products and services of this endeavor will entail a wide assortment of items. Such as (a) electronic equipment (b) commercial supplies (c) Palm related products (d) Pocket PC (e) Ebooks (f) gospel projects (g) games (i) utilities (j) online Bible courses (k) outlines & documents (l) printed education materials to read along with the Palm or Pocket PC (m) shopping carts (n) ability to transact financial purchases (credit cards), (o) other connecting web sites, (p) short stories etc. Regional Headquarters: Our regional headquarters has been resolute to be located in Miami, Florida and will incorporate multiple branch offices through out the United States, Europe, Canada and Latin America. Even though the centralized staff will be at the regional complex, we will have many home base and branch office positions. The choice of Miami as headquarters is consistent with our other company undertaking with respect to resort and convention services and future business ventures in the state of Florida Staff Positions: Staff positions will be in multiple areas: (a) office base (b) home base (c) full time (d) part-time (e) writers (f) editors (c) programmers (d) executive staff (e) advisors/consultants (f) computer experts (g) administrative assistants (h) secretaries (i) general workers etc. Programming Staff: Our current programming team consist of the following: Joseph W. Blue, Keith Zimmermann, Todd Reed, Mark Hollingsworth, Danny Newport, Dr. Bob Ray. M.D., Michael Todd, Carl Quick, David Crites (advisor), and Debbie Tucker (editorial). These team members will be offered first choice of the varied full and part time positions. This includes, but not limited to executive management, programming, consultants and administrative services. This can be either office base or home base or both. Structure Of Team Evangelism
(1) the goals (2) the mission (3) team members creed (4) objectives (5) company policy (6) types of teams (7) crusade evangelism (8) evangelism global (9) evangelistic alliance (10) altar call group (11) preach Jesus (12) number on team (13) number of teams (14) missionaries (15) youth for Christ (16) team structure (17) geographical areas (18) continental USA (19) Canada (10) areas (20) Europe (United Kingdom) 12 areas. (21) International areas (22) Latin America (23) partnership documents (24) Caribbean’s Islands (25) clergy without borders (26) Noah’s Ark – United Nations (27) synoptic team approach (28) altar workers (29) representative fellowships (30) humanitarian programs (31) team transportation (32) lodging & housing accommodations (33) canvassing neighborhoods (10 days) (34) fourteen day revival (35) full and part time positions (36) street meetings (37) local and abroad missionaries (38) tracts and literature (39) complete list of churches – local and abroad (40) annual beginning budget (41) promotion and advertising. (42) home mission Bible study groups (43) Christian education programs (44) language barriers (45) using local Christians and churches (46) recruitment of team members (47) orientation period (48) training classes (49) contracts and agreements (50) Manasseh Villa lodging (51) team transportation (52) founders management team (53) MPA chorale group (54) Manasseh mass choir (55) church building (56) local church support (57) global communication (58) team members benefits package (59) team business (60) paperwork, reports and records (61) seminars and classes (62) payroll and payday (63) expense reports (64) check disbursement (65) merits and annual vacations (66) God’s United Plan (67) God’s preservation plan (68) SempCo Global Associates.
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The Macedonian Call:
The following represent a
program of coliseum and convention type style
evangelistic services currently under consideration by
Manasseh Point Association.
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