The Church of God International (CGI) traces its origins to the Church that Jesus founded in the early first century. Membership in the CGI consists of "called out ones" from around the world practicing Christianity as initiated by Jesus and furthered by the early apostles. The church begun by Jesus, the very one He promised would survive through the centuries, is alive and well. Today, disciples live the faith "once delivered to the saints" in this twenty-first century (Jude 3). They obey the same message taught by Jesus Christ, and they proclaim the same gospel taken to the world by the disciples. Members value the witness and teachings of Jesus Christ as the church's work.
The CGI home office is in Tyler, Texas. Incorporated in 1978, CGI has ministers and congregations scattered throughout the United States and Canada . We also have churches in Kenya, Jamaica, the Philippines, Australia, the United Kingdom and a growing number of countries around the world.
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A remarkable archaeological discovery—the ossuary inscribed “Joseph, son of Caiaphas”—opens today’s Truth Unveiled as we explore how extra-biblical sources corroborate the Bible’s account of Jesus and the early church. We examine testimony from first-century historians such as Josephus and the Roman writer Tacitus, confirming figures like Caiaphas, Pontius Pilate, John the Baptist, and events surrounding the crucifixion. The program also asks why history records so little about a servant-Messiah, and how humility rather than power explains the silence of many ancient historians. Ultimately, we consider how corroborative evidence can strengthen confidence, while reminding viewers that enduring faith is grounded in God’s Word and a living relationship with Him.
On this episode of Armor of God Web Chat, Jeff Reed and Mike James respond to the recent controversy around Kirk Cameron’s comments on hell, using it as a springboard to re-examine what Scripture actually teaches. They contrast the traditional evangelical view of eternal conscious torment with the biblical case for final judgment ending in destruction (the “second death”), emphasizing how this impacts our understanding of God’s character and mercy. Along the way, they walk through key passages (like John 3:16, Romans 6:23, Malachi 4, Revelation 20) and address common objections, including Lazarus and the rich man, “weeping and gnashing of teeth,” and “forever and ever” language in Revelation.
On this week’s Prove All Things, Jeff and Mike welcome back Tyler elder Blake Silverstein for a conversation that helps explain why the Bible can sound so foreign to modern ears. Blake unpacks the difference between an ancient “honor and shame” culture and today’s Western “guilt and innocence” mindset—and how that lens can change the way we read familiar stories like David and Bathsheba and the Prodigal Son. Along the way, they connect it to Christian discipleship, repentance, and why restoring relationships matters more than a merely “transactional” view of faith. If you’ve ever wondered why certain teachings (like eternal torment) don’t line up with the full biblical picture, this episode will give you a fresh and practical way to think about it.
Dive into a powerful new edition filled with faith-building articles, biblical insight, and inspiring stories including:
✨ A Miracle Witnessed – A gripping true story of God’s intervention
🕊️ Has God Foreordained Our Days? – A clear biblical look at predestination vs. free will
🐍 Christ and the Serpent – Lessons from Israel’s wilderness experience
🔮 Why Prophecy? – How God uses prophecy to call the world to repentance
👑 What Is the Kingdom of God? – Understanding God’s everlasting reign
🌎 Feast of Tabernacles 2025 Reports – Fellowship and joy from around the world
Don’t miss this spiritually rich, thought-provoking issue!
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With the recent rise in interest in Dominionist theology and Christian Nationalism in the United States, there has been an effort to redefine the term "Church," or ekklesia in the Greek. When you search this word in an authoritative source like the Bauer/Danker Greek and English Lexicon you find three primary definitions.
The first definition provided is a regularly summoned legislative body or assembly. The second definition is a casual gathering of people, an assemblage, or gathering. The third definition is people with a shared belief, a community, or a congregation.