Bishop SC Johnson - Page 31

warrior · #**301** 02-23-2009, 01:57 PM

People say that no one was waiting on Bishop Johnson's resurrection.
This poem was just republished on the internet in reference to Bishop Johnson's resurrection from the dead. There are those who are still expecting him to come alive again.

He'll Be Back"
(Dedicated to the Honorable Apostle Bishop S.C. Johnson who departed this life on February 22, 1961 in Kingston, Jamaica)
(The Whole Truth, April, 1961, page 10.)

Our Bishop has gone for a much needed rest.
His children all miss him, but God knew best.
He was tired and worn from many a days
Turning the people from their wicked ways.
... BUT IT'S ALL RIGHT, HE'LL BE BACK.

He preached and preached us out of sin,
Many not wanting, but had to come in
Believing this to be the only way
To escape that awful Judgment Day.
... BUT IT'S ALL RIGHT, HE'LL BE BACK.

Oh how he taught us to believe the Lord.
Don't trust man, but only God,
For He's the one that going to work;
The miracle that will bring him from the dirt.
THAT'S WHY IT'S ALL RIGHT, HE'LL BE BACK.

Some don't believe and some won't say
That he'll be back in our day.
But oh how I do believe the Lord.
That's why my heart is filled with joy.
BECAUSE HE'LL BE BACK.

God said to believe on Him as the scripture hath said.
Why think it incredible that He should raise the dead?
He made no exceptions nor called any name.
So if you don't believe this, your work is in vain.
... BUT IT'S ALL RIGHT, HE'LL BE BACK.

The false prophets are raging and showing themselves.
Still preaching and damning poor souls to Hell.
They think that now this is their chance
To give the people a song and a dance.
... BUT IT'S ALL RIGHT, HE'LL BE BACK.

False prophets stop raging and listen:
All of Bishop's words you'd better take heed.
You had nothing then and you have nothing now,
So come off the pulpit and obey Bishop Johnson.
... BECAUSE HE WILL BE BACK.

Saints of God in the Lord be strong,
Believing He'll raise the dead is nothing wrong.
He said "If thou shouldest believe.
The glory of God thou would see."
SO IT'S ALL RIGHT, HE'LL BE BACK.

His golden voice is yet in the land,
Preaching the gospel to every man.
Still telling the world just how to escape
Hell and damnation and that burning lake.
... BUT HE'LL BE BACK.

Saints of God continue to hold on
His promise is true, the victory is won.
Bishop said, "It's alright, the victory is ours."
So look and believe to the last hour.
HE'LL BE BACK.

TRFrance · #**302** 02-23-2009, 02:01 PM

Warrior, do you happen to know...

Did Johnson say he'd be back from the dead, or did this belief spring up after he died?

warrior · #**303** 02-23-2009, 02:23 PM

TR, I will search to see if I can find out. I think, don't quote me on it, that it may have started after he died.

Now, there are some things that Bishop Johnson said that makes it a little iffy about how profound he thought himself to be. For example, it is my understanding that he did tell people to listen to his tapes until Jesus came. I do think BJ was of the opinion that Jesus would be back during his life time. So, he didn't authorize people to listen to anyone excect for him. Even that poem reflects some of those beliefs.

warrior · #**304** 02-23-2009, 02:35 PM

TRFRANCE, read this and see what you think. It is categorized as faith.

LOOKING FOR THE RESURRECTION OF APOSTLE BISHOP S.C. JOHNSON

AGAINST SUCH THERE IS NO LAW by the late Minister Howard Davis, printed in The Whole Truth magazine, December 1961, page 8

There has been much dissension among a great many people who have a misunderstanding of the belief concerning the bodily resurrection of Bishop S.C. Johnson, the noble Apostle and man of God who fell asleep some days ago. He died in faith refusing to accept deliverance.

Many are speaking against our believing that he will rise before the last day. Yes, we are longing, hoping, praying and believing that God will raise him from the dead to again lead God’s people. However, we do not force anyone to believe this. This is our faith.

May I say to you that are murmuring, complaining and separating yourselves, in the language of the Bible (Galatians 5:21-23). There is no law anywhere against having faith. The privilege to have faith in God’s power is unlimited. Anyone who believes God is permitted to do so and what is more, whenever you believe God, you will see His glory. Therefore, saith the scripture, “AGAINST SUCH THERE IS NO LAW.”

The permission to call again the dead to life or to lay on of hands or raise the dead, we admit, was granted to chosen men; but to have faith in God’s power and to trust in God completely, is granted to everyone and there is no law against it! If so, pray tell which scripture stated it and where is it found.

The three Hebrew boys, who were neither apostles or prophets, took a hold of faith against death itself and believing in God’s power, obtained the victory and were restored from the fiery furnace. Their faith delivered them. Mary and Martha according to the eleventh chapter of John were granted the opportunity to believe God. Jesus said to them: “IF THOU WOULDST BELIEVE, THOU SHOULDEST SEE THE GLORY OF GOD.” Neither Mary or Martha were prophetesses and could not be apostles, but there was no law against them believing God.

We believe God, for Jesus said. “WITH GOD ALL THINGS ARE POSSIBLE.” Since then all things are possible and there is no law against believing God, then please tell us who are you to discourage our faith. If you don’t believe as we do keep quiet or encourage us to hold our faith. Why put a damper on faith? Why speak against faith? Why blaspheme faith? Why dispute about faith? Didn’t you know that there is no law against it? Faith is the substance of things hoped for. Faith overcomes the world. There are even some who have the gift of faith—can you condemn it? If so, please tell us how? We love our Apostle Bishop S.C. Johnson. We long for him. We look for him. We pray to God for him. We believe we shall see him again. Faith prompts us to do so. Faith makes us wait. Faith comforts us. Faith gives us peace. Faith lifts us up and gives us joy. Faith encourages us deeply. I’m asking you—IS THERE A LAW AGAINST FAITH? Remember, if you don’t hurry and give us a law against it, we’re going to fall back on what the Holy Ghost has said and repeat AGAINST SUCH THERE IS NO LAW.

So, you dissenters and disputers and ye of little faith, leave us alone and if we are overdoing it, or in folly, bear with us in our folly and remember that where there is no law, there is no transgression.

There is a law against lying, stealing, adultery, fornication, uncleanness, keeping the Sabbath, abstaining from meats, hatred, strife, envy, malice haughtiness, unthankfulness, lustfulness, emulation, covetousness, sedition, and murder—yes, against such there is a law; but thank God, there is no law against peace. I can have peace in abundance. I can love as much as I please. I may be meek as Moses or even Jesus. I may have all gentleness. I am permitted to have joy unspeakable and full of glory, and I am permitted to have as much faith as I want for against such there is no law.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES
Galatians 5:22-23
Daniel 3:13-30
Jeremiah 32:17
Genesis 18:14
Hebrews 11:6
Mark 11:23-24

TRFrance · #**305** 02-23-2009, 02:42 PM

So they're essentially saying that Johnson's rising from the dead is not a firm teaching they have, but more of a hope.

Well, at this point it all sounds like wishful thinking to me.

Someone may have to pardon me for my lack of faith here... but I think if God still hasn't raised the man now 48 years later, it's probably just not going to happen.

Frankly, I think Bishop Johnson would be appalled to see some of the present-day beliefs and practices of his followers he left behind.

warrior · #**306** 02-23-2009, 02:52 PM

TRFrance, I think he would be appalled too. I wouldn't say that he approved a lot of things going on.

Sam · #**307** 02-23-2009, 07:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TRFrance

So they're essentially saying that Johnson's rising from the dead is not a firm teaching they have, but more of a hope.

Well, at this point it all sounds like wishful thinking to me.

Someone may have to pardon me for my lack of faith here... but I think if God still hasn't raised the man now 48 years later, it's probably just not going to happen.

Frankly, I think Bishop Johnson would be appalled to see some of the present-day beliefs and practices of his followers he left behind.

I wonder who will come back first?
Bishop Johnson or Bill Branham?

Sam · #**308** 02-23-2009, 07:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sam

What version of the Bible are you using?
The triune name "Lord Jesus Christ" is not found in Acts 2:38 in the King James Version.

Bump for Martha

martha · #**309** 02-25-2009, 07:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by warrior

People say that no one was waiting on Bishop Johnson's resurrection.
This poem was just republished on the internet in reference to Bishop Johnson's resurrection from the dead. There are those who are still expecting him to come alive again.

He'll Be Back"
(Dedicated to the Honorable Apostle Bishop S.C. Johnson who departed this life on February 22, 1961 in Kingston, Jamaica)
(The Whole Truth, April, 1961, page 10.)

Our Bishop has gone for a much needed rest.
His children all miss him, but God knew best.
He was tired and worn from many a days
Turning the people from their wicked ways.
... BUT IT'S ALL RIGHT, HE'LL BE BACK.

He preached and preached us out of sin,
Many not wanting, but had to come in
Believing this to be the only way
To escape that awful Judgment Day.
... BUT IT'S ALL RIGHT, HE'LL BE BACK.

Oh how he taught us to believe the Lord.
Don't trust man, but only God,
For He's the one that going to work;
The miracle that will bring him from the dirt.
THAT'S WHY IT'S ALL RIGHT, HE'LL BE BACK.

Some don't believe and some won't say
That he'll be back in our day.
But oh how I do believe the Lord.
That's why my heart is filled with joy.
BECAUSE HE'LL BE BACK.

God said to believe on Him as the scripture hath said.
Why think it incredible that He should raise the dead?
He made no exceptions nor called any name.
So if you don't believe this, your work is in vain.
... BUT IT'S ALL RIGHT, HE'LL BE BACK.

The false prophets are raging and showing themselves.
Still preaching and damning poor souls to Hell.
They think that now this is their chance
To give the people a song and a dance.
... BUT IT'S ALL RIGHT, HE'LL BE BACK.

False prophets stop raging and listen:
All of Bishop's words you'd better take heed.
You had nothing then and you have nothing now,
So come off the pulpit and obey Bishop Johnson.
... BECAUSE HE WILL BE BACK.

Saints of God in the Lord be strong,
Believing He'll raise the dead is nothing wrong.
He said "If thou shouldest believe.
The glory of God thou would see."
SO IT'S ALL RIGHT, HE'LL BE BACK.

His golden voice is yet in the land,
Preaching the gospel to every man.
Still telling the world just how to escape
Hell and damnation and that burning lake.
... BUT HE'LL BE BACK.

Saints of God continue to hold on
His promise is true, the victory is won.
Bishop said, "It's alright, the victory is ours."
So look and believe to the last hour.
HE'LL BE BACK.

Martha: Whoever wrote this poem is certainly deceived. Bishop Johnson told no one that he would come back from the dead. And Bishop Johnson is not responsible for ANYONE who would believe he would. I certainly never thought he would be resurrected from the dead nor do I know anyone who did.

warrior · #**310** 02-25-2009, 08:00 AM

This poem was alson printed in Bishop Johnson's Whole Truth Magazine. Therefore, more than the person who wrote this poem was deceived. Just food for thought.