GREATER L.I.F.E. CHRISTIAN CHURCH, INC.
TARPON SPRINGS, FLORIDA

provides financial reports to its members, partners and government. is punctual but under the total submission of the Holy Spirit. In March 2010, I accepted this greater “calling” by raising my head towards heaven; and in total submission, I spoke with a loud voice, “God, I will do your will.” In faith, I accepted this “calling,” without the benefit of knowing the details of His will. During the ensuing months, my spirit became filled with an overwhelming zeal; an even greater passion to serve and help others. At the time, I was an Associate Minister under Rev. Dr. Bartholomew Banks, Sr., at St. John Progressive Missionary Baptist Church, in Tampa, Florida. I was in a comfort zone, with the mind-set of being a willing vessel; always ready to assist my pastor; by any sacrifice necessary. into my spirit. Through prayer and fasting, the Holy Spirit explained that my role and purpose was to teach and preach the Gospel, with simplicity, for the sole purpose of making people’s lives better. The Holy Spirit also explained that the foundation for a better During the following weeks, by God’s grace, I began to settle into a new home, after experiencing three years of frustration and setbacks. Like most people that were victims of the housing crisis, my finances were adversely impacted with the sell and purchase of a house. Nevertheless, I continued to tithe to the bank account faithfully. Be not mistaken, Satan was extremely busy; trying to convince me that starting a church according to the instructions set forth by the Holy Spirit was a ridiculous idea. In September 2011, after embracing the aforementioned revelation, I sought guidance for financial compensation. Within a few days, the Holy Spirit advised that the church will operate in integrity, with full disclosure; making all income and expenditures known to the people. Each employee shall be compensated at market value but as for me, I shall receive a salary of $1.00 per Sunday, for two years and/or until He appoints Elders that will say otherwise. Suffice it to say, Satan intervened by casting doubt and trying to convince me that it was impossible; logically and financially. But as I counted the cost, the results confirmed; “For with God nothing shall be impossible.” Ordained by Rev. Dr. Bartholomew Banks, Sr., St. John Progressive Missionary Baptist Church, in Tampa, Florida. These devoted servants prepare meals for all Fellowships, which currently consists of Continental Breakfast before Sunday School, snacks during Youth Church for the Kids and dinner for special occasions. This ministry provides culinary care for the saints, in love and humility. After honoring God with the tithe and offering, sowers sacrifice treasure, time and talent to improve the lives of others. This ministry has provided assistance with purchasing vehicles, uniting and strengthening families, purchasing clothes and shoes, providing transportation to services and feeding those that are hungry and thirsty. These sowers unselfishly give for the Glory of God. I humbly recognize that being chosen by God to serve as the pastor is indeed an awesome undertaking. Through Teachings, Travels, Trials and Tribulations, God has prepared me for this calling. This privilege is one that I have embraced reverently, for the sole purpose of doing His will. As you unite and/or partner with this church, do so with the full confidence of knowing that collectively, we are fervently Living in Integrity, Faith & Excellency. Compromising the scriptures is not and will not be an option. At this church, obeying the scriptures is the ONLY option.