Saturday, December 24, 2011

Board Leadership

Evangelist Simon tita B and my wonderful beautiful wife Mapendo Kisirani Simon is of high pleasure in our heart and thank God for everything He has done for us in our lives for making saving and calling us for a ministry and also blessing us as a young couple with two daughters, Gloria Gubandja and Esta Gubandja, So we praise him and without forgetting everyone with a great heart who had contributed their time to volunteer by helping us through physical and spiritual  counseling and material support for all this time. 

For instance, our physical and spiritual parents;

-Gubanja Jafete , Anastazia M' Ntamuranyi and Chirezi Mwanamubwa,
-Kisirani balingianyi and Louis Fareni.
-Pastor Louis Baguma
-Ephraim Balemba Gubandja Mayo's
-Pastor Wetewabo B Piere
-Pastor Steven Katende
-Pastor Eli Bmboci
-Anssemblies of God World missionaries
-North Dakota Assemblies of God district councilor leadership
And also our special thanks to the authorities of the word in different levels government authority, which are to help us approve our request to explore the activity of the All Nations Together Bible College A.N.T.B.C.

Thank you and God Bless.

 Executive Directors

1 Vice President : Katende Steven

2 Faculty : Eli N Bomboci                                          
                        
                                                                                                                            
3 Secretary and Counselor
     Mapendo Kisirani


General Assembly 

        President
 Simon tita B Bisimwa

Friday, December 23, 2011

Financial

Budget and resource finances:

The budget of ANTBC charges in dollar currency and it is used in a daily currency with the needs we have per day, month, and year, for example paying the employees, necessary materials and other needed items.

Expenses employee payment: The expenses of this bible college is held by friends and volunteering donors who are filled and led by the spirit of God.


Today we are on the third phase of our activity, the first phase was to collect all the great elements to help us with what we need to be doing; the second phase was to contact and inform everyone with the same objective to join us to rebuild the body of Christ so we can do the work of God together. The third phase was to practice, train, and send the new generation out for evangelism and that is what we thank God for how he has done it and it is still being done because we have seen that the first generation successfully finished and filled by the anointed and today the are pastoring churches, evangelizing through their deferent gifts.

Catalogue of program

We are Bible College with different programs 

1Basic levels:
Bible center program
     Certificat.

2 High levels
*Pastor program
*Evangelist
*Missionary 
Diploma and Dgree

1a.Bible center or basic program;
Two months to six months basic certificate in evangelism B.C.EV


Wednesday, December 21, 2011

Courses

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

THE GOSPELS
The Gospels of Matthew, Mark and Luke are chapter by chapter studies of the teachings and ministry of Jesus. Synoptic Gospels I is a chronological study of the ministry of Christ up to the passion week, as related by Matthew, Mark and Luke. Synoptic Gospels II a detailed study of the final week of Christ's ministry as recorded by Matthew, Mark and Luke. The Gospel of John is a chapter by chapter study of the Lord Jesus' ministry and teachings. Additional study includes a study of the chapter titles and key verses of the Gospel of John. (8 credits)

PRACTICAL CHRISTIAN LIVING
Guidelines for practical Christian living are studied in conjunction with scriptural insights into such topics as: discouragement, guilt, tithing, commitment to the local church, respecting church leadership, obedience and prayer, who we are in Christ, spiritual warfare, the will of God and family relationships. Additional study includes written summaries of spiritual principles learned from the Christian Living and the Christian Family Series. (9 credits) 

THE ACTS OF THE APOSTLES
Acts I is a detailed study of the supernatural workings of God in the Early Church. Acts II covers the life and missionary journeys of the Apostle Paul. Additional study includes the preparation of maps depicting Paul's three missionary journeys and his trip to Rome. (4 credits) 

BASIC DOCTRINES
This study provides a basic foundation in the areas of Divine Healing, The Holy Spirit and Personal Evangelism. The study of Divine Healing thoroughly explains the scriptural basis for Divine Healing. An overall view of the work and ministry of the Holy Spirit in both the Old and New Testament is also examined. Personal Evangelism presents a convincing study on the necessity of obeying the call to witness for Christ and includes scripture memorization, practical applications and exercises in Personal Evangelism. (6 credits) 

MINOR PROPHETS
This is a chapter by chapter study of the 12 minor prophets divided into 6 study booklets; this study helps to give a clearer understanding of the prophecies during this period of Israel's history. A brief, written description of the theme/message of each of the Prophet's writing is required. (6 credits) 

BIBLE PROPHECY
This is a concise study which provides an overview of the rapture, the tribulation, Armageddon, the return of Jesus to the earth and His earthly reign during the millennium. This study also includes the preparation of a basic chart indicating the salient events of the last days of human history. (2 credits) 

PENTATEUCH AND HEBREW LAW
The first 5 books of the Old Testament are covered in seven separate studies: Genesis, Exodus, Numbers, Deuteronomy and Hebrew Law I, II & III. Genesis is a chapter by chapter study of the book of "beginnings" with spiritual applications for the believer. Exodus covers the account of Israel's exodus from the land of Egypt with insight into types and shadows of Christ's redemptive work. Numbers is a chapter by chapter by chapter study of the numbering of Israel with insights into other experiences of the nation of Israel. Deuteronomy is a comprehensive, chapter by chapter, study of the book of the "Second Law". Hebrew Law I is a thorough study of the types and shadows of Jewish laws and the Tabernacle. Hebrew Law II deals with the offerings and the yearly feasts of Israel with clear New Testament applications. Hebrew Law III covers the priesthood of all believers through a study of the tribe of Levi and the Jewish priesthood. The study of the Pentateuch also involves the completion of a map of Israel's journeys and three charts explaining the Jewish Feasts, the Offerings and the Tabernacle. (15 credits) 

ROMANS
This two part study presents the Apostle Paul's doctrinal exposition of the gospel message. Various aspects are examined, including justification, sanctification, grace and the sovereignty of God. Additional study includes learning the chapter titles, key verses and the "Story of Romans." (3 credits) 

HISTORICAL BOOKS I
This study begins with a devotional perspective of Israel's conquest of Canaan under the leadership of Joshua. Also included is a comprehensive study of the leaders who judged Israel during the period just after the conquest era. A look at the books of Ruth and Esther gives historical insight into the times and lifestyle of the Jews with allegorical truths of the relationship of Christ and His church. The study of Ezra and Nehemiah is a devotional chapter by chapter study, portraying the restoration of the temple and Jerusalem under the leadership of Ezra and Nehemiah. Additional study includes the comparison of Israel's experiences in Canaan with the spiritual experiences in a believer's life and a description of each of the judges and Ruth, Esther, Ezra and Nehemiah. (15 credits) 

HISTORICAL BOOKS II
This study deals with Samuel's birth and ministry, Saul's reign and decline, the life of David and the history of the kings of Israel and Judah. Additional study includes descriptions of events surrounding the lives of: Samuel, Saul and David; plus a chart of the kings of Israel and Judah. (15 credits) 

I & II CORINTHIANS
A complete study of Paul's two epistles to the church at Corinth that emphasize the practical discipline and instructions given to God's people. The second part of the study provides a clear insight into Paul's apostolic ministry. Additional study includes the preparation of two charts, of the gifts and the fruit of the Holy Spirit and a written description of Paul's attitude concerning his sufferings and tribulations. (3 credits) 

GALATIANS & EPHESIANS
The study of these epistles familiarizes the student with the teachings of law and grace and the promised blessings of the Christian's spiritual inheritance. Additional study includes an explanation of the problems that Paul found in the churches of Galatia along with his instructions for restoration; plus an outline of the book of Ephesians with an exposition of the Christian's position in Christ. (3 credits) 

THE MAJOR PROPHETS
The Old Testament prophetical books of Isaiah, Jeremiah and Ezekiel are covered in a comprehensive study using eight study workbooks. (9 credits) 

DANIEL & REVELATION
This is a clear and complete study of each chapter of the book of Daniel emphasizing the important prophecies, with a special look at Daniel's "70 Weeks". The book of Revelation is a study, chapter by chapter of the end-time events of human history. Additional study includes the preparation of several charts illustrating the information taken from these two prophetical books of the Bible. (6 credits) 

I & II THESSALONIANS, PHILIPPIANS & COLOSSIANS
A chapter by chapter study of these Pauline epistles provides the student with insight into some of Paul's missionary experiences and personal testimony as well as a view of the deity of Christ. Additional study includes summaries and outlines of each of these four Pauline epistles. (3 credits) 

PASTORAL EPISTLES
This is a study of the Apostle Paul's pastoral instructions and admonitions with applications being made to local church government and personal ministerial oversight. Additional study includes an outline of each epistle plus several written works describing various aspects of the ministry. Additional pastoral insights will be gleaned from the text: Pastors: Leading, Feeding, Enduring by Dr. Clayton Bowman. (3 credits) 

GENERAL EPISTLES
A detailed study of: Hebrews & James, I & II Peter, the epistles of John and Jude. Additional study includes the presentation of comparisons between the new priesthood order of Melchizedek and the Aaronic priesthood, works versus faith, a summary of the conditions of the world and mankind in the last days as described by Peter and Jude in their epistles and finally a recounting of the Apostle John's emphasis on love as it relates to God and other Christians. (3 credits) 

THE AUTHORITY CHRIST GAVE THE CHURCH
An extensive study of the believer's position of authority in Christ. The texts used for this course are: The Authority Christ Gave the Church by Dr. Clayton Bowman and Destined For the Throne by Paul E. Billheimer. (3 credits) 

MINISTERIAL TRAINING I
This is an extensive study dealing with many practical aspects of the ministry. It deals with Christ's provision for the Church, the call of the minister and the balance of his ministry through Christ's ministry gifts to the Church. (3 credits) 

MINISTERIAL TRAINING II
Part II continues with the practical study of the ministries listed in Ephesians 4:11 & 12. (3 credits) 

HOMILETICS
A simple but clear and practical view of verbalizing and communicating one's thoughts to others. Text: Homiletics by José de Jesús Ornelas (1 credit per semester) 

POETICAL BOOKS I
This is a five-part study of Job, Proverbs and the Psalms. Job is a relatively detailed study of the entire book; the theme focuses upon the enigma of human suffering, faith and the power of God. The study of Proverbs is a survey of the entire book, presented both topically and by chapter; it takes the believer from pre-salvation, through instruction in righteousness to full maturity in Christ. Psalms is a three part study that deals with the main themes of this beautiful book of Jewish poetry. Additional study includes a written description of the character of Job, his wife and his three friends. Also, a brief written exposition of the Messianic psalms is required. (6 credits) 

POETICAL BOOKS II
Part II continues the study of the poetical books, the Song of Solomon and Ecclesiastes; the former is a chapter by chapter study written from a devotional and inspirational viewpoint that portrays the beautiful allegory of Jesus Christ and His church. The study of the book of Ecclesiastes emphasizes the spiritual principles discovered by King Solomon in his search for reality. (6 credits) 

YOUR MARRIAGE CAN MAKE IT
This is an extensive practical study of the marriage relationship. Principles, based on the Word of God, are presented in a practical manner which will prove to be of great value in marriage counseling as well as in every day living. Text: Your Marriage Can Make It by Dr. Clayton Bowman (3 credits) 

BIBLICAL PHILOSOPHY
A two thousand to twenty-five hundred word thesis is to be presented on one of the following topics: (3 credits)
1. The need for Bible study in the local church.
2. The value and methodology of the Christian Worker Bible Study Series in church planting.
3. The history and results of the apostle Paul's church planting as compared to contemporary church ministry.
4. The challenges of effective Bible study and evangelism in a different culture.
5. Planting a church in a cross/mixed cultural setting.

PRAYER
This study explores various practical aspects of the believer's prayer life. Text: Prayer by Dr. Clayton Bowman (3 credits) 

MINI-BIBLE SCHOOL I
This is a brief study of the procedures in setting up and operating a Mini-Bible School in the local church. Books: The Procedure Manual and the Procedure Manual Study Guide. (1 credit) 

MINI-BIBLE SCHOOL II
(For practical ministry credit only.) Following the instructions outlined in the Procedure Manual, the student is to set up a Mini-Bible School and serve as its director for two semesters. If this is not possible, the student may (with the permission of his pastor) set up a Mini-Bible School in a cell group and serve as its leader during two semesters. Report forms must be completed. (2 credits each semester) 

MINI-BIBLE SCHOOL III
The student is required to submit a 1500 to 2000 word thesis, based on his experience, describing the purpose, goals and results of a Mini-Bible School in the local church, outlining the responsibilities of the following personnel: the Pastor, the Mini-Bible School Director, the #1 Links, and all other links. (3 credits) 

PRACTICAL PERSONAL EVANGELISM
(Practical ministry credit only) Two Personal Evangelism witnessing experiences must be reported each week for not less than a total of 30 reported during the semester. Use the report forms included in your material. (1 credit) 

EVANGELISM SEMINARS I & II
This is a practical application of "Mini-Bible School" I, II, & III. The student will present and supervise a minimum of five Evangelism Seminars in different locations, or will personally participate in seminars teaching principles learned in "Mini-Bible School" I, II, & III (minimum 30 teaching hours). The student will submit a 2500 word work evaluation of his field experience for each semester. (6 credits part I, 6 credits part II) 

PHILOSOPHY OF MISSIONS
The student will read 3 assigned missionary biographies or autobiographies and then prepare a book report on each one. The student will submit a 1000-1500 word essay clearly stating his "Philosophy of Missions" based on principles learned from the reading assignment. (3 credits) 

BIBLE DOCTRINE I & II
This is a complete and comprehensive study of the doctrines of the Bible. Such topics as the doctrine of scripture, God, angels, man, sin, salvation, the church and others are covered in this study. (3 credits each part) 

BAPTISM WITH THE HOLY GHOST
This is an in depth look at the ministry and person of the Holy Spirit in the life of a believer. Text: Baptism with the Holy Ghost by Dr. Clayton Bowman (3 credits) 

FAITH AND ACTION OF OLD TESTAMENT MEN
This Old Testament study takes a different view of the rich content of the Old Testament by focusing on the men who lived during that time period. The student's life will be greatly enriched as he completes this comprehensive study. Text: Faith and Action of Old Testament Men by Dr. R. O. Corvin (6 credits) 

NEW TESTAMENT MEN AND WOMEN
This study brings the student face to face with many aspects of the men of the New Testament times. Also included in this study is a look at many important women of the Bible. Text: New Testament Men and Women by Dr. R. O. Corvin (6 credits) 

THEOLOGY AND MORALS
This comprehensive study includes a survey of many of the theological topics and special events mentioned in the Bible such as: the origin and fall of man, Christian refinement and others. Text: Theology and Morals by Dr. R. O. Corvin (6 credits) 

BIBLICAL THEMES
This theological study covers many important Biblical subjects such as: prayer, faith, love, miracles, angels and others. Text: Biblical Themes by Dr. R. O. Corvin (6 credits) 

PRACTICAL MINISTRY

Listed below are the Practical Ministry requirements as well as examples and credit values. These should used to assist the student in meeting the practical ministry requirements of six credits each semester. One may also add church ministries not listed if previously approved by the GBI registrar. If assistance is needed in calculating the required credits, please contact Global Bible Institute. 

MINI-BIBLE SCHOOL PRACTICAL MINISTRY 
The student is required to be active in one of various levels of a Mini-Bible School each semester. Semester requirements are as follows: 
SEMESTERS
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REQUIRED ACTIVITY
#1 and #2

#1, #2, or #3 Link
#3 and #4

#1 Link
#5

Set up Mini-Bible School and serve as Director
#6, #7 & #8

Mini-Bible School Director
#9 and #10

Mini-Bible School Evangelism Seminars
If the student finds that his church does not have a Mini-Bible School in operation, he should first secure permission from his pastor. Then, following the instructions given in the Mini-Bible School Procedure Manual, he should begin a Mini-Bible School in the church. To receive credit, four or five completed Mini-Bible School Report Forms are required each semester. 

PRACTICAL MINISTRY BOOK REPORT
Using the book reporting form provided, the student is required to read one Christian related book each semester and to write a book report. Once completed, the student is to share the book report and the book with his Pastor or supervisor. Once the book report is submitted to GBI and has received a satisfactory grade the student will receive one-half (1/2) credit toward his Practical Ministry credits.

PRACTICAL MINISTRY SERMON NOTES
Using the forms provided, the student is required to take notes of 10 sermons each semester (preferably from his pastor). The completed notes are to be sent at the conclusion of the semester, along with the rest of his work, to Global Bible Institute. Sermon outlines receiving a satisfactory grade earn one-half (1/2) credit toward Practical Ministry credits.

PRACTICAL MINISTRY CHURCH ATTENDANCE
Church attendance is a requirement for Practical Ministry credits. The student is required to attend a minimum of two services per week and expected to be in three unless absences are approved ahead of time. To receive credit, four or five Practical Ministry report forms are required each semester.

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PRACTICAL MINISTRY CREDITS

Required for each Semester...

Regular Church Attendance/Participation
(4 or 5 forms per semester) = 1 credit
Mini-Bible School #1, #2 or #3 Link
(4 or 5 forms per semester) = 1 credit
Book Report (one per semester) = 1/2 credit
Sermon Notes (ten per semester) = 1/2 credit

Required in Semester #2
Personal Evangelism (two report forms/week for one semester) = 1 credit
Practical Leadership 
*Set up/organize a Mini-Bible School = 1 credit
*Mini-Bible School Director = 1 credit
*Sunday School Superintendent = 1 credit
*Youth Minister or Music Minister = 1 credit
*Pastor = 2 credits 
* The student may submit a 1000 word essay relating to one or more of the selected area (s) of practical ministry from the Practical Leadership list above. The subject of the essay cannot be repeated. = 1 credit 

OPTIONAL CREDITS 
One (1) credit per semester will be given for any of the following: 
Deacon/Usher
Elder/Church Board
Sound Equipment
Rest Home Ministry
Orchestra
Choir (or Groups)
Sunday School Teacher
Children's Church
Sunday School Assistant Teacher
Bus Ministry
Church Office Assistant
Senior Citizens Ministry
Christian School Teacher or Assistant Teacher
Other, as approved by the registrar
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NOTE: Six (6) Practical Ministry credits are required each semester.


Tuesday, December 20, 2011

Faculty

Bible College program for:
-Pastors, missionaries, and evangelists in ministries.


High programs
Bible college Academic year organization.

To complete bachelor's Degree program , there is  4 years including 1 year of  preparation of any kind of certificate, two years of lecture and practice for profession's degree, plus 300 days or 1 year of ministry practice for leadership's purpose. Therefore, the total program is 4 years to complete.


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Monday, December 19, 2011

General Info

All Nations Together Bible College - Statutes


Chapter 1: Presentation and Introduction:

Nature: All Nations Together Bible College.  This is a Christian private mission and doesn’t have any political character or any social injustice, and the hands of non-profit organization.

Historical foundation:

All Nations Together Bible College was started on December 16, 2007 in Kampala, Uganda by conversations of Christian couple exchanging ideas and finding out necessary points that can help us to know what we can do for God in our spiritual and physical life. On that day, we didn’t conclude our ideas, proposed another meeting and we continued praying for wisdom and strength to do what is in God's will through it we know our objectives, vision and mission.

However, the subject wasn’t easy because the dependency that we had physical, moral, and material was hard to sustain, but we thanked God on December 16, 2008 for helping us putting all the good elements and ideas together for one objective, which is our bible college status, and we are ready to present to the government authorities the objective, vision and mission in details. So, the leaders of foundation (Bob Bisimwa, and Mapendo Kisirani) concluded that the subject will be called All Nations Together Bible College, in short (A.N.T.B.C.)

Objective:

Our objective is to enforce the mission that Jesus Christ left for us on earth and joining with everyone who have the same objective. For preaching the word of God, save humanity, and shining to the everlasting life of the kingdom of heaven and also looking for the lost sheep to return to the shepherd.

Specific objective and global:

Our specific objective and global idea is to balance the security spirit for Assembly of God in rural and urban areas for the learning of the bible from the northern, west, east, and the southern parts of Africa. Especially In creating of bible college in Kampala, Uganda as the beginning of the foundation for preaching of salvation through the blood of our lord Jesus Christ and for reminding the Assembly of God's people to go back to Jesus, and prepare them for the final judgment.

Project start and Delays of the project:

The activities of the project started as soon as the government authority prove the project and then we officially started the A.N.T.B.C, and then we signal that the delay is not limited.

Place, zone and location of activity:

Up to now A.N.T.B.C stands on its own actively in one province and this province represents its status in Kampala, Uganda in Africa, waiting to put all the necessary elements together so that the mechanism may start.

A. Different strategies of mental assistance:

* Counseling
* Evaluation
* Children and Adults Support service
* Volunteer training service



-       Connection Ministry

-       Jail Ministry
-       Hospital Ministry
-       Marriage Counseling
-       Church Services

Remember a church is like a body of Christ where we are suppose to be and put all the necessary elements together, brothers and sisters in Jesus Christ's name to build one nation which is Christian church to serve God.

We serve God through different ministries; we preach the word of God from the holy bible by mission, evangelism and pastors’ ministry, Praising and worshiping God by singing and prayer ministry, Fellowship and Community ministry, correlating families, children, and women including marriage families, youth, deacons, financial ministry, and management ministry.

Organization:

We are organized in an official and specific way of identifying the responsibility of the department for our project.  Representation of department by abbreviation of responsibility in organization diagram.

Department in abbreviation means

GA-General assemble
RED-representative of executive director
VC-vice representative
GS-General secretary
CMC-Church ministry co-ordinator
FH-financial head
FH-Faculty Head
SSC-social service coordinator
GA-General Advisor
TM-Transportation and Maintenance
C.S-customer service


Chapter 3 
Conclusions and finally: regards and thanks
Final article and in brief of the status article;
This general and global point that is necessary for the status that we are: general and global article and it remains in our responsibility.
-That is stable and stands on the ten commandments of God from the new and old Testament, together in one that we use to work for one God, creator of all.

Resource of information:

This will help us to discover people who must be contacted with different reasons and condition for more information on evangelist -bob bismwe Nkomere C.E.O (chief executive officer) founder of representation of historical philosophy of A.N.T.B.C.
-Reverend Pastor Paul Agamire General Advisor
-Mapendo Kisirani president of general assembly

Historical reference
History reference back from the history reference we have reported the history reference in a short briefing from the first page which is a decision of the foundation of history A.N.T.B.C to remember that the whole history repeats itself and more without forgetting that even Jesus recognized the old prophets which are Isaiah, Moses. And john the Baptist and the prophet visionary need to show. Doctrine in shortly our Christian faith and other people encourage us to help as we begin the work of God that we got.

Faith and origin doctrine:

Our church Assembly of God, faith of Christianity Pentecostal doctrine which believes in the trinity of heaven which means it divided in three different are the God the Son and the Holy Spirit. We believe in the bible as respected book to head as into spiritual world we believe in prophecy as a way to talk to God.

We believe in life and death as the road to heaven we also believe in baptism in large waters as a symbol of rebirth, we believe in taking communion as a symbol of remembrance of the body and blood of Christ and finally believe that there is judgment day and life after death.

But still remember that the All Nations Assembly of God approached us and we formed physically spiritual by Pastor Paul Agamire with help by first Assembly of God with under the leadership of Dakota’s district and missionary’s headquarters of Assembly of God, which we are Bible College.

Chapter 4:  Global Point’s Necessity

Necessary text of the program organization;

The global point’s necessary for us, we have engaged in signing all the responsibility that we have proposed as the necessary responsibility in our life to help us help others so that we may go ahead and finish the good work as the beginning.

We are for sure that we are strong and ready in any situation without confusion and we believe that we will confirm attend to our responsibility object, mission in Jesus Christ’s name therefore we put the word of the Testaments as our testimony and encourage everyone who will join A.N.T.B.C must have no doubt.

We will not backfire and will never act in a negative to take this as deception because will believe that tempted does not join faith and faith doesn’t join temptation and remind that the kingdom of god is prepared for those who are strong in faith.

We will be the soldiers and vigilant to join with God against the spiritual enemy with practice of interpretation of our bible college,

Example: antichrist who was and doesn’t have a stand approved through our spiritual experience to keep our faith more than anything else keep it so that we glorify men of Jesus.  We will try to be honest and prudent in judgment to promote humanity in the spiritual world in a big faith of Christ education bible and more in that time find ourselves in different condition or situation we cannot deny out faith or being corrupted to deny god because the bible says it is easy to gain the kingdom like handicap other then going to help.

Since we believe and confirm all the reasons we A.N.T.B.C like servants of god watch up and remember this other words, which are like question and must be examined.

Before joining us, what is your objection to join the A.T.B.C vision? Mission and what you choose to do or are for benefits also of responsibility of his life through decision only he kept the creator of revelation but left you all through your own decision so, run and hide so that we may not be like our own firs parents Adam and Eve and for that we conclude that we will be in need of getting path step by step with a person who needs our services so that we may help one another