My DNA took after my mothers side with a history of heart trouble. Thomas: I am glad you offered your comment on coveting a doctorate. I do point out in the article that Oral Roberts University is perhaps the chief culprit in handing out honorary doctorates to ministers throughout the charismatic movement. Will he apologize and admit he was wrong and his teaching needed major adjustments? For 50 years and counting, the driving force of his ministry has been to teach Christians the principles of faith found in the Bible, so they can be victorious in every area of life. This is quite biblical. The mills overhead is minimal as those who run it do not have to maintain the kind of facilities or qualified staff real schools do. Make sure you hear his growl in all of those words, without an ounce of compassion. Among Life Christian University's list of "distinguished degree holders" are household names such as Kenneth and Gloria Copeland, Benny Hinn and Joyce Meyer. By your standard and definition you have failed to love me as you should since you have sought to correct me. 817-420-8100 They will have to completely fire their entire faculty and administration for that to happen. It is not wrong to distinguish between right and wrong. I do have one thing to add to this article. Through these powerful teachings, Kenneth Copeland will help you forever transform the way you read the Bible. Honorary doctorates have been given to such esteemed recipients as Kermit the Frog, whose doctorate was bestowed upon him by Southampton College in New York. Reports say he has two jets and two propeller planes,] I had to do an extreme stress test. This is a lie perpetuated by diploma mills. The only one who is ever referred to as Dr. consistently is held in such high esteem by all the rest of those men that they say it as a sign of respect. Kenneth. I obtained the eight year average time to obtain a doctorate from a reliable publication. As I point out in the article, many people using honorary degrees do so in order to advance their standing in the ministry. I have no problem with this. It is nothing more than a title. Thus, I only approve one or two comments from any one person on one thread (again I speak only for myself here not for the whole website). And there are many Pastors some of the greatest in our time who had Honorary Degrees and had the dignity to carry the title and show it great respect. Realizing that after completing a doctorate (will real coursework no less!!) The resources we highlight reflect a variety of perspectives. So I think you all need to repent of your holier than thow, self righteous attitudes. Thus, accreditation of a school does not involve any direct government involvement in the church. They only object to accreditation because any real examination of their programs would reveal it to be a sham. If someone is given a key to the city, they are not thereby authorized to enter any building they choose whenever they want. The study guide is the companion to the Integrity of God's Word CD set. Praise God! . My practice (which may not be the practice of every contributor of this website) is only to approve coherent comments that have at least a bit of politeness and civility (I overlook even apparently bad attitudes disapproval is reserved for extreme cases or incoherent rants). As Kenneth is a closet, secret Freemason who does not want anyone to know this truth, it will be a involving task that needs to look deeply into any specific clues. I live in Metro-Atlanta, and Mark Rutland is very popular here with his education at Emory University (UMC parochial) locally. Or maybe he means he bought their brand with his own money.] Learning the Hebrew and Greek alphabet started immediately for both of them. Yes, it is true that God has used many ministers in spite of their use of phony titles but that does not mean He endorses the practice. I welcome a comment but not endless tirades. No matter how much you complain about this issue its not going away!.. Concordia Seminary now offers some online classes for those who cant immediately take on the expense of moving to the Seminaries campus locations. SOURCE: In this article we will attempt for the first time to unveil the truth of Kenneth Copeland's Masonic membership. Apron: Known as the "unique badge of a Mason," the apron is the most recognizable item of a Mason's attire. Greetings everyone, I just happen to come across this article because I am presently seeking ordination in the state of Texas. I wouldnt quit. Published at Apologetics Index by permission. Diploma mills are always independent institutions that service anyone who will pay, be they Calvinist, Modified Calvinist, Molinist, Arminian, or just plain confused. Africa Kenneth Copeland Ministries - Africa Private Bag X 909, Fontainebleau, 2032, South Africa Telephone: 27 (11) 699 7700 It is better to have the training without a degree than to have a degree without the training. Give Him authority over your sinuses. But something goes wrong. [As noted, not exactly by faith alone or the positive confession of his creative words. I enjoy everything to do with digital marketing and writing blog posts. Your email address will not be published. D.Min. If it goes dead, just copy and paste the words in a search engine: Kenneth Copeland Plug In With Faith for Your Healing. The Most Trusted Ministers. Degree Program. Kenneth Copeland Ministries, Fort Worth TX 76192. 2 They always lack respectable accreditation. He says Kenneth Copeland is a 33rd Degree Freemason. Just thought I would drop a few nuggets to add. If you really believe this kind of lying to the Holy Spirit is a light matter that is ridiculous to correct I suggest you not read Acts 5:1-11 lest it shake your faith in Gods Word. Dr. Hagee attended Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas on a football scholarship and was on the Academic Dean's List. I believe when these phony greed motivated organizations and self-appointed ministers are caught,(and they will be exposed-Matt:10:26, Mark 4:22, Luke 8:17, 12:2) their names should be placed in a fraudulence registry so others can be warned about them!! Hey people us common sense search the scriptures. Abraham for instance. [This is his positive confession that led him to keep going with a bad heart. Was there not a time when the accrediting bodies had no governmental oversight or accountability? In this post, we'll evaluate the living legacy that Copeland has compiled thus far. Dr. Satan is a false accuser who inspires people to mislead the church. even after youve gone on to Glory: if you had a Doctor of Divinity Title. 4, Ananias, why has Satan filled your heart to lie to the Holy Spirit? (Acts 5:3 NASB), Ananias had exaggerated about the percentage of his income he had given, and this deception was less serious than that of most modern, academic, exaggeration., These have been purchased from among men as first fruits to God and to the Lamb. High School Graduate Associates degree . Good Stewardship. My name is, say Your name. May I be permitted to correct the erroneous information given in my comment of 22 October 2012 about the apparent spuriousness of Rev Samuel Wainwrights Doctorate of Divinity, it has since been drawn to my attention to a note in the Islington (London) Gazette of 29 November 1870 to the effect that the University of the Diocese of Ohio ((presumably meaning Kenyon College, Ohio) had awarded a DD to him in recognition of his valuable contribution book to Apologetic Literature in the volume Christian Certainty, published by Hatchards of London in 1865 a book which is still readily available today in print-on-demand format. The sources are different (one is from God and the other from a university) and the purposes are different (one is to indicate Gods sovereign purpose and the other to to grant academic credentials). Yes, God has many titles but they are all deserved! This is the key to it. And the little household treadmills will only go up to about 10 degree incline, but to pass the stress test, I had to go to 14. The praise cure. My apologies to Dr Wainwrights descendant and anyone who was misled by my error. Associate's degree Bible/Biblical Studies. [It seems that with his money he could afford the best one, but Im glad he got to use the best because the Moores were generous. Basically, a bunch of Socialists and Communists took up study and then tried to high-jack Lutheran Theology once they were great enough in number to crawl out and cause trouble. 24/7 Word of Faith teaching on Dish Network Channel 265. Transworld accredits and assists Theological Schools, Seminaries, Universities . I did two consecutive Electronics degrees at Bangor, the second by unexpected invitation and funded via the ESF. Say it out loud, heart muscle, youre a good heart. Pat Robertson: Net Worth $100 Million . Whether these doctorates are earned or honorary is not clear though the difference would be little more than a technicality. Much of the New Testament contains words of correction, yet these words are not evidence of a lack of love. Accrediting agencies are private corporations. Its ridiulous that you have taken the time to even write this article. All that much to it. For several decades this eighty+ year-old ultra-Word-of-Faith leader taught that we could confess our way to healing, if we just had enough faith. As Mr. Kowalski states, Dr, It is an indicator that one has undergone the rigorous education and training involved to be considered qualified to act and speak authoritatively with regard to a certain subject: only the ones who have met this qualification should be allowed to have the title Doctor! Further, his demeanor and tone turned him into a TV bully, especially when he mocked doubters, sneering at them and impersonating their (seemingly) weak, helpless tone and words, as if they were whiners for not measuring up to his super-faith: Now Brother Copeland, I didnt get healed! Then he would growl and snap out an answer like this: You didnt have enough faith, and your confession was wrong! Well, here I am 84, and this pacemaker had the new technology. You know Colonel Sanders wasnt actually a Colonel, but I dont see people complaining every time they enter one of his restaurants to sit down and have dinner. They really focus on flesh lead preaching and have little patience for Scripture among those who have a different point of view from themselves. It will be the time when you will say it and the devil will flee. For many years now, he has scolded and intimidated and growled at the Body of Christ with his faith message. You speak of love as though it is something that never corrects those who are doing wrong yet you have written to me, accusing me of doing wrong. Thank you for your comment, Eugene. 12:7-11 are still operational, as the Spirit distributes them. And if you think I am mistaken then consider this with what you are saying. White has done some credible work but his insistence on using a phony title (one of his publishers will not use it) is a black eye to conservative apologetics. There are two sources for these illegitimate titles: honorary doctorates and diploma mills. Some people White has debated have used his phony degree as an opportunity to ridicule him and impugn the credibility of his arguments. Gods telling Abraham that he would be the father of many nations was not the bestowal of an academic degree on Abraham that he had not earned. The alternative to this status is one in which churches pay taxes to the government on the donations given to them. Give him credit for that.] Donald: While your comment is clearly off-topic, I could not help but approve it because you speak to a real problem in the church today. God told him so.] Ask yourself this question. A timely article. The UMC and ELCA may very well merge together in the very near future. I have it now, so begin to rejoice. Thank you for your prayers and support. (Growl!). He got his pacemaker by faith! Box 475, Newark, TX 76071; 1- Pastoral recommendation; 2- Personal recommendations; Must be a U.S. citizen; Apply Online Now Email Us Frequently Asked Questions. in 1964. One point I would add to my comments above is that if diploma mills really think they have something to contribute to the body of Christ, they need not deceive anyone into thinking they are a real institution of higher learning with the generally accepted standards and rigors involved. Please comment, I'm here to help, pray, or just listen. These agencies are private corporations even though they are responsible to government agencies themselves. And I knew what it was and anyway, so, and I went to all the exams and all that stuff. High School Degree (13) Associate's Degree (15) Bachelor's Degree (30) Master's Degree (33) Upload your resume - Let employers find you. and D.D. Kermit has the very same academic qualifications as many notables in the Church, including the late Dr. Jerry Falwell, whose formal education after high school was limited to an undergraduate degree at an unaccredited Bible College. But anyway, I just started training, got on the treadmill and actually I took the stress test before I ever went and took the stress test. Though accrediting agencies are accountable to the government as we all are, the government in no manner dictates the content of seminary or Bible college curriculum! Kenneth Copeland Ministries Newark, TX3 weeks agoBe among the first 25 applicantsSee who Kenneth Copeland Ministries has hired for this role. Im all for praise but not to coerce God.]. (CAO) of Kenneth Copeland Bible College (KCBC) by providing advanced administrative support. programs typically take longer to complete than do secular, doctoral programs. If people want to go to an unaccredited school they have a right to do that. It is rewarding to read such favorable responses. Background. God did change Abraham and Sarahs names (indicating His purposes in their lives) but that does not relate to an earthly institution bestowing an educational degree on someone who has not earned it. There has never been a time in which any official body or organization has not been subject in some regard to governmental authority. [] [Here is his positive praise to twist Gods arm to compel him to heal. In this article we will attempt for the first time to unveil the truth of Kenneth Copeland's Masonic membership. I want to encourage you, please if you follow his lies, come out now while you still can. While Mormon teaching is cultic, their theological errors do not affect the reliability of their photographs. Most secular Ph.D. programs take at least an additional five years to complete when the writing of a dissertation is factored in. And by the way, Im a continuationist who believes the gifts of the Spirit in 1 Cor. In this video, I cite a great article that helps expose Copeland for what he is, a masonic plant in the Body of Christ who has done massive damage. He fought him off with the phrase, "It is written." God has equipped you to do the same. Kenneth & Gloria Copeland teach unbiblical False Teachings such as Prosperity gospel, Word of Faith says that Christians are "little gods." Kenneth says, "You don't have a god in you, you are one!" ("The Force of One" Audiotape, 1987) He says, "When I read the Bible where He (Jesus) says, 'I AM', I say, 'Yes, I AM too!'"- If there are trade schools that operate without such accreditation that would not be a matter pertinent to the article above, since such schools do not award doctorates and the article is about the awarding of phony doctorates. Again, I am not making that claim I don't know if that's true or not but Greg Locke says is very adamantly and tells Copeland to sue him if he's wrong. Albert Pike addressing the 23 Supreme Councils of the world on July 14, 1889: "To you, Sovereign Grand Instructors General, we say this, that you may repeat it to the Brethren of the 32nd, 31st and 30th degrees: "the Masonic Religion should be, by all of us initiates of the high degrees, maintained in the purity of the Luciferian . I take my new heart. All around you will begin to rise up, like great mountains of victory. Kenneth Copeland, one of the leading preachers of the prosperity gospel, has claimed that God is : very much like you and me having a body, complete with eyes, and eyelids, ears, nostrils, a . Before working for Kenneth Copeland Ministries Europe, I went through an exciting journey having various roles in digital marketing, media, communications, events, public relations, and business development. [Sad to hear about his family history. Minimum 3 years direct experience in Ministry preferred. Kenneth Copeland Evangelistic Association, later to become Kenneth Copeland Ministries, was established in 1967. The only problem with your suggestion that denominations accredit their own schools is that the moniker denomination is a very loose one and can be used by any group that wants to describe itself in this way. Transworld has established high standards of excellence and shared Biblical Doctrine. It is a dying movement (though there are still large Word of Faith churches). International Ministerial Fellowship is somewhat akin to a mini-denomination (though they would probably refer to it as a fellowship or association). If a person has earned a doctorate, then they have a perfect right to the title, but if it is honourary, then they really ought not to be using it. Included in this post are the link to his video testimony, the transcript of the video, and my embedded comments. Best known for his exuberant proclamation that Jesus is Lord, Kenneth Copeland has introduced people the world over to the saving message of faith. Accrediting agencies are private corporations that vouch for the high, academic standards of institutions of higher learning. . Born again believer and must adhere to the doctrines of this organization as upheld by Kenneth and Gloria Copeland and their appointed representatives. On July 1, a slew of conservative Christians, including conspiracy theorist Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene and anti-abortion zealot Abby Johnson, gathered to do far more than pray. [As noted, not entirely by faith, but at least he got the pacemaker and defibrillator, since he needed them. Accreditation is not at all the forces of darkness intruding in the church; it is the light of third party examination showing that a school is a real school and not a fake one and the government has no direct activity in this process. It looks like he was determined to live by super-faith with his failing heart and ignore medical help. The title of doctorate is bestowed by educational institutions with a generally agreed upon amount of work involved to obtain the degree. There must be seperation! In fact, most of them came from just 3 schools. I also published a few books which are available on Amazon - several of them about social media and one with . I believe if you will take the time to do that you will find that your specific criticisms do not apply to the article. Its so easy to assume all of these people are trying to get something for nothing. The Church and the governments of the world was always separate, if fact the governments of the world and state were to pattern themselves after Jesuss church (wishful thinking!!). Had I written an article speaking of how a certain group of Christians ate a well-balanced meal every evening, no one would fly into rage-filled rants. Of course not. It is obvious to any congregant when they are hearing the true gospel preached at a collegiate level, regardless of the initials following the ministers name. In this video, I cite a great article that helps expose Copeland for what he is, a masonic plant in the Body of Christ who has done massive damage. There are doctoral programs that allow one to obtain a masters degree in the course of pursuing a doctorate. In 2006, Kenneth Copeland Ministries attempted to raise money to fund a project called Angel Flight 44, which was meant to support aviation relief assistance missions to Haiti. Join to connect Kenneth Copeland Ministries . So I passed the test. And so the cardiologist examined me and he said, Well, you need a pacemaker. Developer at Kenneth Copeland Ministries Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom. The (rNIV) Revised New International Version of the Bible is the only accepted Scripture within the ELCA at present; as their Study Bibles are now all (rNIV). . Then he just smiles and moves on to the next rube. And the goal here is not to take cheap shots but to analyze his teaching in relation to these new and startling developments. Thus, if the government somehow meddled in the actual teaching of a school this would be something intolerable for Christian seminaries that grant legitimate doctorates. Praise Him. The KCBC Canada Program Coordinator reports to the Kenneth Copeland Bible College (KCBC) Associate Dean of Admissions and Student Services but assists the KCBC Executive and KCBC Administrative Teams in following the purpose, mission, and vision upon which Kenneth Copeland Ministries is founded upon. The result was a divided Lutheran Church within the US with the LCMS taking a more literal approach to Biblical understanding and using Scripture to interpret Scripture. Testimonies. I wish this issue received wider attention. However, the vision . 89% of the money received goes to ministry. If you wish to fix your concept of morality on one issue alone that is your prerogative, but I believe biblical Christians will seek to obey all of Gods commands including the command to be honest. [] Come on, come on, give the Lord praise. A dissertation demonstrates the students sufficient mastery of the subject to be able to use his or her learning synergistically in an advanced writing on the topic in a manner that is supposed to contribute some new insight from the student. I belong to the Renewal Movement, broadly defined. They simply recognize that the professors are educated and that the standards are sufficient to justify the label of higher learning. So what are you doing exactly? January 20, 2022KCM Ministers' Conference. T is true that there ate a lot of fake diploma mills but all unaccredited Bible Schools are not diploma mills. He has lots of money and no doubt top-of-the-line insurance, plus Medicare. Gratuate of Kenneth Copeland Bible College Azle, Texas, United States. Copeland's sermons are broadcast across the US and worldwide on the Victory Channel. He's more than ready to give you the knowledge you need. They consequently charge the student a small fee for their course work., There are phony accrediting agencies that these unethical organizations use, so a schools accreditation may be as phony as their degrees. I only critique the practice of diploma mills giving phony doctorates and the practice of people using honorary doctorates as though they were earned. One just completed his Masters and the other is in the Associate level for now. Transcripts may be sent to: admissions@kcbiblecollege.org OR Kenneth Copeland Bible College, Attn: Admissions, P.O. Here, there is a confluence of that carnal quest for elevation and the scandal of the evangelical mind. That is, we want to the titles but we dont really want the substance of academic achievement. I do appreciate that you have taken the time to respond to my article though I must say it seems you did not take time to carefully read it. No Christian Ought Become A Freemason, But Men Good Men Do. Long after completing my degree, I discovered that an honorary Doctorate of Divinity had been awarded to a Rev Samuel Wainwright by Kenyon College, Ohio, USA in 1870, but for what reason or whether this honouree and my dissertation subject were one and the same person, I have yet to ascertain. While agreeing with Mr Kowalski, and the three responses above, it is perhaps worth pointing out that this is not a new phenomenon. He'll have a face/body transplant in a couple decades, show up as another shyster, and rinse and repeat his process of using fairy tales to manipulate others. They are accountable to the government as we all are (ever tried not paying your taxes?) Copelands teaching failed him. Preach the word; be ready in season and out of season; reprove, rebuke, and exhort, with complete patience and teaching. (2 Timothy 4:2 ESV). On page 18, the catalog says that, in the doctoral program alone, Columbia does not grant these credits for mere time in the ministry but instead grants product-assessment credits for tangible work done in the ministry. It is this refusal of third party verification of standards that, as a rule, most prominently marks businesses that take in money and award degrees (such as doctorate) that do not mean what the rest of the educational world means by the term. Kenneth Copeland Gets a Pacemaker. Evidently, it means that God told him that his positive confession and his hyper-faith would not work to heal his heart. Give Him authority over your body. An excellent article! Or something like: If you pray once, then confess your healing! Either way, stop criticizing things you dont understand and learn how to walk in love towards your fellow brother and sister in Christ. Thus, one is able, if accepted, to enter a doctoral program immediately after obtaining a bachelors degree, and the masters is earned along the way. Depending on the Doctorate (PH.D or Dmin, etc..) it can be earned in as little as 3.5 to 4 years. I find it ironic that you find fault with me for finding fault! In the waning days of 2015, renowned televangelist Kenneth Copeland laid out exactly why he needs a luxury private jet to do his job: You can't "talk to God" while flying commercial. Most people do not realize the value in prolonged, directed study and in having to submit ones work to authorities in a given field. All Rights Reserved. Accreditation of schools has nothing to do with the government controlling the church or its education. Third party accreditation that does not dictate teaching content ensures an objective standard for the quality (again, not the content) of the education given. This thing had a defibrillator in it. The issue at stake in this article remains one of personal integrity, not church/state relations. I nowhere criticize unaccredited Bible Schools. As to the time required to get a doctorate, it takes about four years just to get a Bachelors degree that precedes the earning of a Masters degree required to enter a doctoral program. _____________________________. Join to apply for the Executive Administrative Assistant role at Kenneth Copeland Ministries. She says she . Bachelor's degree preferred. So I did. 226 followers 226 connections. 2018 - 2020. Those fleeced are so often the poor & vulnerable. They would not react emotionally to my saying a minister they followed drank water on a regular basis, as they would know this fact would be of no embarrassment to the minister. Typically nothing. Some diploma mills for ministers make no pretense to legitimacy. I will still introduce myself as Tom has helped me remember that I am not working to my own advancement but to the ministry God has called me to. No cheap shots here. I actually do. The father of many nations. Must work well with others, as a team, and according to Romans 16:17, must not . All I have to say is that this article is missing one very KEY point, You are forgetting Separation of Church and State! We address doctrines and practices of Christian churches and organizations, as well as those of cults of Christianity. As I have said before, doctorates are not required of ministers, but if in the Church we are to use the term doctorate we should do so in a legitimate and honest way. As for the research doctorates in Europe, I am unfamiliar with the entry requirements or the accreditation of such programs. First, academic, accrediting agencies are not governmental agencies. Im afraid I know very little about it, but I can say they are not themselves a diploma mill. We tithe 10% of every dollar received and it's sown back into other missions and ministries around the world. Locke says he won't sue him because he knows it's true and it can be proven. American Fellowship Church sells an honorary Doctorate of Divinity degree for $50. Here is the transcript of just the announcement of his new pacemaker in the video, with my comments embedded within brackets and in bold font. I appreciate your concern but would suggest that you reread the article to better understand exactly what I do and do not say in it. Kenneth Copeland is 80 years old.
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