From the Publisher
A famous musician stopped singing in his early 50s and was asked why he did so, he said, " I have nothing more to talk or sing about" Isaac Arikawe still have more to say on the issues concerning the church. His choice of words and in-depth teaching in this book are vital to walking with God and Repairing the Broken walls in the body of Christ today. A job well done. Stay on top!
Olu Fred Kehinde
Presiding Bishop,
Power House Chapel International,
Cologne, Germany
The books; THE DEAD-LIVING CHURCH & the volume 2 THE TRUE CHURCH are revelatory materials for the church workers and ministers that are ready to understand the full concept of the Real Church; the Ecclesia which Jesus said he would build. This book also exposes the strategies of the devil within the Church. This book is a must read for anyone that desires to please God in their living.
Dr. D. K. Olukoya,
General Overseer,
Mountain of Fire & Miracles Ministries
Jesus is coming for a glorious Church adorned with beauty and majesty to say the least a triumphant Church. This will be the true Church and before this, the Church will take her rightful place. This book shows how the church can be a healthy one and all its members can function in the way and manner they should function. As you read this book you will discover that a healthy church will grow naturally without struggle or any inhibition. I have no doubt that this book is needed in our day as we see the imminent return of our King Jesus Christ.
Rev Azuka Ogbolumani
Chapel of Christ our Light
University of Lagos
The time to show the difference between the Church and the world is now! This is the time that God will make up His jewels and put a difference between those who serve Him and those who do not serve Him. This book is very timely and should be read earnestly. Isaac Arikawe has opened up himself to receive these revelations from the Holy Spirit and I recommend that every believer should read this book and apply the teachings to their lives and ministries.
Dr, Chika Ole Kalu
Optometrist, Vital Vision Eye,
Ikeja, Lagos.
I see this book, The True Church as a manual for the working revelation that will equip the Church to fulfill her kingdom mandate on the earth. Isaac Arikawe vividly clarifies the accurate paradigm of the true Church and emphasizes God's agenda, which includes perfecting and maturing the saints and the intimacy with God. I am convinced that if the present Church will build on this foundation, which is Christ, then the whole earth will be filled with God's glory.
Tayo Ladejo
Senior Pastor,
The Governing Church, Ikoyi, Lagos.
I will start by saying that one of the major problems of the church today is that we seek after so much information while neglecting the place of revelation. The church of Jesus Christ was given birth to by revelation and she can only fulfill her mandate on earth by revelation. I hereby call upon whosoever desires to walk with God and is ready to go the extra mile to take time to read this book. And as for the author, I'm not surprised at what God is doing through him. His works in certain parts of Ondo State, Nigeria amongst the churches during the '90s are still speaking till date!
Niyi Sipasi
Pastor, RCCG, Okitipupa, Ondo State.
Even at 20, a man is said to be old if he has stopped reading! The discipline to carefully read through this piece is all that is needed for the contents to be fully absorbed and destiny maximized. Furthermore, since the height and strength of a building are determined by its foundation, The True Church” is the long awaited book that returns individuals who care to diligently study it, back to the foundation of Christendom. Remember that even the righteous is helpless, lacks dignity and honour when the foundation is destroyed. I appreciate the servant of God for this book at a time like this. God bless you.
Dr. Akeremale A. Stephen
Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH)
Lagos
In The True Church, Isaac Arikawe explains the concept of “Church” (Ekklesia) in a manner that depicts her true purpose. He also emphasizes the need for interdependence in the church and the need to be united as a body. He explains that disconnection is equal to death. I join him to urge the church together so we can subdue the only enemy of God. Let all the leaders of the body re-focus on the only assignment, we have to “cultivate the earth.” The Church is the role model with the mandate to showcase the glory of our King on earth. Let us rise up and shine as the light that we are. This is a must read for the true believer who wants to please our King.
Funmi Johnson
Author, The Secret Black Book of Wealth.
The Bible says that if the foundations be destroyed, what shall the righteous do? (Psalm 11:3) The word “Church” today has come to mean a lot of things to a lot of people. That the church is dead or alive today is a consequence of the fundamental, foundational belief of the propagators and followers of “The Church”. Isaac
Arikawe's “The Dead Living Church” and “The True Church” take us to the origins of the concept and purpose of the church and its relevance to our existence to help us gain understanding of God's will for His Church. You will find this series most revealing.
Emeka Nwako
Pastor-in-charge, RCCG,
Adonai Parish, Area 70,s
Lagos Province 12
In ministry, there are those who are called of God and there are also those who call themselves. The fact, however, is that the difference between them is usually clear. Pastor Isaac Arikawe is called with a clear apostolic mandate to set in order the things that are wanting in the body of Christ. This truth is exemplified in the message of this book. This masterpiece in your hand is loaded with the priceless truth of all ages and also with the power of endless life. As you read a line, you will want to read more. If you are sure you are going somewhere as a believer and you are tired of religion, this book is for you!
Sola Iwaeni
Senior Pastor,
Positive Impact Christian Centre, Lagos
The paradoxical exactitude which is comprehensively explained by Isaac Arikawe in his books, The Dead-Living Church and The True Church cannot be over-emphasized. It explains the core essence of most church people today. The messages of the books are basically a clarion call for those who have been enmeshed in religious activities without any spiritual productivity to turn a new leaf. Having gone through the books, I can gladly recommend it to anyone who is a true seeker of truth. The explanation of the etymology of the word “Church” gives the reader a platform of better understanding of the concept. Also, the category of our local assemblies today, as seen in the Book of Revelation sets a platform for self-examination for those who think godliness is gain. In all, these books, without doubt would set you at the cutting edge of reformation, revolution and revival. These are must-read books for pastors and parishioners, ministers and members of local assemblies and for those who have been called into the ministry.
Wale Odeniyi
Author, The Kingdom Life
& The Prayer Life Books
The time has come for the true Church to be separated from the false one. This is a time of separation of the wheat from the chaff. The Lord is raising His standards of who the true Church should be as the frequency of His operation on earth increases. In these last days, clarity of sight is coming into the eyes of His prophetic saints to discern the activities within the global church.
The author has done a great job in this book. I recommend it to all who desire to understand the purpose and the power of the true Church.
Tony Azonuche
President, Joshua Generation
CEO, DIVTECH Communications.