Testimony - Bro Chris Christens Poem - Sis Grace Christens

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How precious also are thy thoughts unto me, O God!
How great is the sum of them! (Psalm 139)
Brother Joseph Coleman was my Pastor. He was a humble man, a simple man, yet he
changed my life profoundly – more than ANYBODY I have ever known.
Joseph Coleman is my Brother and has been like a father to me for 30 years (since 1981
when I was 20 years old.) I have never met a more honorable, kind, patient and caring
person.
Brother Joseph Coleman has NEVER given me the slightest cause to distrust him. He has
NEVER lied to me or anyone I know. He has always encouraged me, helped me, and lifted
me up when I was down.
Brother Joseph Coleman is the finest Christian I have ever known. He is a perfect example
for anyone seeking direction in Christ-like behavior as a gallant soldier of the cross, a
father, son, husband, brother, grandfather, friend and Minister of the Gospel of Jesus
Christ.
Brother Joseph Coleman loved his family. His example as a father taught me how to be a
better father to my children. He loved God’s people and for 30 years, I have witnessed the
sacrifices he has made for the love of the people. He was remarkable in everything he did.
I miss you terribly my friend, but I am comforted in that one glorious day, soon, when the
Trumpet shall sound and time shall be no more, we will once more meet in the Presence of
our Lord Jesus Christ in that 1000 year honeymoon. I look forward to shaking your hand
again!
Sister Elaine, thank you for sharing your husband with us.
Sister Joanne, Sister Rebecca, Brother Jonathan: Thank you for sharing your father with
us. It has meant the world to us, being a part of Brother Coleman’s Ministry.
I have seen the sacrifices you have made and the troubles you have seen sharing Brother
Coleman with the people. Sister Grace and I cannot begin to understand what you have
been through these last few difficult months. Be encouraged. It was obvious how Brother
Coleman was proud of you, caring deeply with a father’s unique love for all his children.
We celebrate his life with you and we mourn this great loss. God Bless You!
---Brother Chris Christens

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Dedicated to Brother Joseph Coleman.
He came to this Earth from the back part of God’s Mind
A Sent-One, while death, darkness yet lingered on
Deceit, sickness was spread throughout the world
Lies still spoken, grasping, gripping silent souls
They could not take the Word, too painful to bear
They were in their comfort zone, death lingered there
But God’s Bride, she welcomes the Word
She hungers and thirsts, to feed her longing soul
Reproach, correction hones her skills
And digs out those demons, Philistines on the hill
Second Timothy spirits tried to bind her
At last, her deliverance, Revelation of the 7-Thunders
First a Seventh Angel Messenger for the age
Who fed us God’s Word, turned a new page
But God did not stop with Malachi 4
Someone picked up that mantel…He sent the Bride more
Oh…Who was brave enough to take the lead?
There must be someone to fight for our need!
Lord Jesus, You sent that man
One who could lead, one molded by your Hand
First after the Prophet he made the sacrifice
He gave his all, including his life
Sword in hand, watchful at attention
He died out to self by prayer and consecration
And when his work on Earth was done, You welcomed him
“WELL DONE MY SON, JOSEPH PERFECTION COLEMAN!”
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Sister Grace Christens
God Bless You my Pastor – you are sorely, sorely missed!