Just A Christian

From one faith step to the next, we accept His word unto living Jesus' new interior Spiritual law in us. Christianity is faithful and merciful but not lawless! We must resist falling under the antichristian spirit of lawlessness in the church or in our culture!

At Ephesus in the first century clerics tried to dominate the laity (Revelation2,6, in the first or Ephesian Church Age). This only was successful over the history of the church with the union of church and state at the council of Nicaea in 325AD. God's people thereby lost custody of the Word of God.

Praise Jesus the Lord has kept my faith eyes on His watering the supernatural prophetic teaching seed of Zion Pentecost Mission unto rich salvation fruit. Just today 10.6.26 I got a great praise report from Kisii in Southern Kenya about their desire for more teachings! So with these hopeful things in in mind here is a condensed version of our teaching on salvation into one document. Feel free to contact me with questions- and offers to join up with Zion Pentecost Mission- ten people is what Israel calls a "minyan"- -what we call a quorom- ten people and we will do it- wherever the Lord says- and then we'll have some church the way it ought to be! Br. Tobin 2032009177 We could start with your full immersion adult baptism! No more toying around with salvation doctrine- it is written!

It's time- and past time- for your adult full immersion water baptism. This bible based water baptism points us to the covenant fullness and depth of our mature personal faith identity in Jesus. Contact us for yours today!

Creen Uds Que Jesus Tiene Cuidado? Oh yes Jesus cares: "His eye is on the sparrow" Civilla D. Martin, 1905, cf Psalm32,8.

39 years a Christian and still the same question?

Our ministerial jurisdiction comes right from God Himself! We are granted favor and jurisdiction just like Peter and Paul, by our faithful profession, and by the call to service by God, as revealed to us by the Spirit and Word of God. By his sovereign choice God deigns to share His Holy Spirit empowered ministerial jurisdiction with us- first as an individual, and then as individuals who gather together to start a local church. This is the pattern from the original birth of the Christian movement at Jerusalem on the day of Pentecost up to the present day. All glory to the NAME Above all names, Jesus, who shares his ministerial authority and Spiritual dominion with us. (New!)

Both husband and wife are made in the image and likeness of God. As to marriage, the bible tells us followers of Jesus at 2Corinthians6,14 to not be "unequally yoked." (and thus even less unequally courting-dating!) This means in marriage we should partner- with faithful people- those in the light not still in darkness. It's helpful and best if a husband and wife share a similar level of faith and commitment to the Word. The image of being yoked to each other suggest this. But, this clearly is not the most common situation! Usually, in my pastoral experience, one of the couple is "more into" the things of God- like the Word, and prayer and church going- and ministry and all the rest. But so long as the 'less-into-it' partner doesn't resist the greater enthusiasm of the other partner- and thereby resist the study of the Word and the power of the Spirit- it often happens that two get in a faith sync whereby equally yoked rings true. This is a very beautiful thing to see, different gifts and callings- made even more powerful by the unified yoke of a faithful marriage. However, In the very beginning of the church- it so happened per 1Corinthians7,13-15 that couples were often married before Jesus rose from the dead as Lord and savior of all. So thereafter one of the already married couple receives the gift of saving faith but the other hasn't yet- and may not ever receive it. So Paul writes in effect 'don't panic': "And if a woman has an unbelieving husband and he is willing to live with her, she must not divorce him. For the unbelieving husband has been sanctified [is still blessed and properly set apart for the marriage, but not saved] through his believing wife, and the unbelieving wife is sanctified through her believing husband. Otherwise your children would be unclean, but now they are holy. But if the unbeliever leaves let him go. The believing brother or sister is not bound in such cases. God has called you to live in peace..." The attached article about biblical marriage being a little bit more egalitarian than we men might have thought- or at least me- who learns and practices some scriptures more quickly than others.

Don't bonk, ie turn back, before you finish your ride.

Do you still sit on the fence when God is doing something new? Could be here in CT or anywhere in the world- wherever ten folks and the Lord says! By the way- feel free to introduce yourself to Br. Tobin Hitt. Anybody who knows me well knows I am a "people" person. So you just might say something like this: "Hi. My name is (first and last name please, and like what neck of the woods you are from) and I want to know more about Zion Pentecost Mission." And then perhaps tell me where you are in your faith journey- not yet faith- journey. Or, tell me me some good-news or of some Godly purpose or praise report on your heart at this time, or whether you want me to pray for you then and there and why. Well, I suppose you get the idea- so don't be bashful- as I said I am a people person. I aim to empower towards living and serving God unto the freedom of the Word and the fullness of Holy Spirit living in us. In this way we can- together by faith in Jesus- "shine like the brightness of the heavens" and "lead many to righteousness." cfDaniel12,3NIV

"So those who received his word were baptized, and there were added that day about three thousand souls." Acts 2,41

We live in an age a media and digital age that invites all folks to spout off on all sorts of subjects. Please note here at ZPM we preach and teach the Word with a joy and freedom and a clean conscience after studying the complete prophetic Word for 35 years- to show ourselves approved by God according to 2Timothy2,15. The following is an important Constitutional-biblical teaching for Zion Pentecost Mission. But it's not just important for me- as just another faith person or group- it's important because it will challenge all believers- of whatever Christian background- to confront our own beliefs- or lack thereof- regarding the prophetic past, present, and future of all Christianity, of Armageddon, of the millennial kingdom, of judgement and the things of eternal life. As such it can help folks begin to approach bible prophecy more globally and systematically and begin to see into the fullness of God's eternal saving purpose for Israel- as light to us gentiles grafted (Romans11,17) into their tree of salvation tree. So, amidst the constant din of religious rancor and animosity and lack of familiarity withy prophetic scriptures- all of which is just part of spiritual warfare we all face- I invite you to approach this teaching with an open and faithful spirit- and an increasing trust in God's living and prophetic Word!

Entertaining angels over SHS softball field on Pleasant Street in Southington CT.

As the mainstream church continues to look more and more like the Pentecostal movement- which is not a denomination- it is well past time to 'Stop Picking On My Little Brother 'Pentecostal.' "

"as the Lord assigned to each one." Vimeo video link too.

Updated teaching about the hesitance of some Christians to join a church that follows the Word and is also led by the Spirit of God. Have you received the gift of the Spirit promised all believers according to Acts2,39? If so, the Lord Jesus might say- call that Br. Tobin!

There no such thing as a half way sacrifice or a half way Christian!

Without the Spirit we are none of His. "It is the Holy Ghost or perish."

Now don't get defensive, here's a little Biblical and Apostolic doctrine in contrast to the overstuffed doctrinal museum of assorted Christendom, or the slim pickings of some modern Protestant-ish faith.

New! 10 Essential Aspects of the Holy Spirit. Do you have the Supreme Gift of God, who is Spirit fully living in you? It is ours for the faithing, for the asking, and for the living! No one can out do the Spiritual generosity and love and rest and strength, and the peace that surpasses all understanding of God living in us.

Jesus' resurrection invites new believers to believe in HIM - not in churches or ministries or ministers. But that said- our first steps in faith are very important and we often are indeed blessed by people who represent Jesus well (or at least stay out of the way of what the Holy Spirit is doing) especially in the beginning of our faith! (video link too). There's always people in every community at all times- like now in Connecticut and New England from all different backgrounds and countries- being led by the strong and gentle guidance of God's grace to the one and only saving gospel of Jesus! You are welcome contact me if you would like me to help you in your first steps of personal faith unto Spiritual rebirth, eternal salvation, and the joy and peace of knowing Jesus that surpasses all understanding. Br. Tobin Hitt

What one of a kind iconic American folk artist sang "When are you going to wake up and strengthen the things that remain?" He was recalling Revelation3,2. 9.25.26: In these divisive days waking up according to Revelation3,2 means that we in the good old USA need more wisdom and less gullibility. Br. Tobin

Keep to the right except to pass!

Boxer Roberto Guerero contends for the faith.

Once we understand the "Nicolaitan" (Greek, to dominate the laity) nature of the Ephesian church age (the first of seven church ages per Revelation2-3), we can understand the whole of church history.

At ZPM and 'The Preaching Hour' we are glad to serve up the gospel of Jesus to all peoples, cultures, and races. 203.200.9177 The spokesperson for Zion Pentecost Mission and 'The Preaching Hour' is Br. Tobin Hitt. Notice Of Past and Present Correspondence Policy: Since the bible gospel and Jesus based founding of Zion Pentecost Mission- nearly two decades ago-I can hardly believe it was that long ago- our rule and practice regarding spam- from whatever source sent to whatever media is associated with ZPM- is to delete without opening. Thank you for your past and present support of Zion Pentecost Mission. May we seek to establish God glorifying worship via ZPM with the same faithful zeal of King David and the same faithful wisdom of Solomon- in Jesus Name we pray.

Hosanna to Jesus alone means "Call no man father" or "Lord," or "Reverend."

Kindly consider a donation to Br. Tobin Hitt and Zion Pentecost Mission- so we can continue introducing folks to the bible, to living by faith and in the Spirit- and the blessings of WORD based prophetic Christianity. Please send checks to 1113 N. 1C Waterbury Road Cheshire CT. 06410 USA Thank you for your past and present generosity! (Moreover, Br. Tobin is also in need of extensive dental work- not covered by insurance).

It you have cancer or other illness, or an addiction, fervent and faithful prayer brings miarcles (203.200.9177).

Our hearts and prayers go out to Catholic community in Meriden CT who face school closures.

We'll dedicate your babies and baptize you as an adult. (Bilingue)

How does God make ministers for the gospel? Anyway He wants.

"When They The Golden Bells" (Daniel de Marbelle, 1887) will we have the faith to reach "the sweet forever." Who exquisitely reprised this song in her 2012 album?

William Branham on the Pre-millennial rapture- "I want you to be on your toes." p. 129 The Revelation of The Seven Seals, Voice of God Recordings, 2012, Jeffersonville, Indiana

Cliches are no fun- but yes life gets better after quickly accepting these faith cliches.

Perhaps you are still ignoring the obvious- as in- we all need a savior!

Time is short and eternity is like very very long- so what are YOU waiting for? Get your adult baptism- for your dear eternal soul. CONTACT US TODAY! Need to study the issue? The word says: "study to show yourself approved." 2Tm2,15. So the eight links for our comprehensive teaching on baptism on this page.

Our new normal calls for a new church normal! Here's our vision and purpose for ZPM- and a description of the actual vision that inspired Zion Pentecost Mission.

Trying To Be A Christian Before Having A Human Heart?

If two unlit candles were arguing about what it means to be a candle, would anyone see any light?

Being On the Church board is firstly a respionsibility not an honor.

"But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have." 1Peter3,15 New!

Is your personally faith covenantal relationship with Jesus signed and sealed by your very own-free choice- adult baptism? If not, contact us and perhaps we can make it happen!

William M. Branham (1909-1965) was to 20th century preaching what Frank Capra (1897-1991) was to 20th century American film-making.

Bible based salvation is not about catchy slogans or old man-made dogmas or modern shortcuts but three timeless often memorable faith milestones for everyone. Have you received all three?

"Cast your cares on Jesus for he cares for you." 1Peter5,7

Happy Easter 2026! Happy Jesus Passover- something good and miraculous is always about to happen in God: Praise God- He is risen! Hallelujah! God is alive and so are we. And Jesus is among us in Spirit and in Truth. He gave his life on a pagan cross, spilled his precious blood, and died so we could be free from sin and death. All so we could have new and eternal life in him. Oh glory don't you love Him? The Word says the just shall live by faith and living by faith begins with hearing and obeying. After Jesus rose, a mighty angel of the Lord told the women the new Easter WORD at the empty tomb at MT28,7: "go quickly and tell his disciples: He has risen from the dead and is going ahead of you into Galilee. There you will see him." NIV The disciples heard and obeyed this word and went to Galilee and saw and worshiped Jesus. Then Jesus gave the word of the 'Great Commission' which included something we all must do: MT28,18: "Then Jesus came to them and said, 'All authority in heaven and earth has been given to me. 19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.' " So beloved people of God- adult water baptism is an essential part of the Easter resurrection-faith message! And it's Easter now- so are you ready now for your adult personal faith baptism according to the Word of God? Remember MT4,4: "Man does not live by bread alone, but every word that proceeds from the mouth of God." Contact Brother Tobin this Easter season for your personal faith full immersion adult water baptism. Get yourself born again from on high- by the water and the Spirit just as it says at John3,5!

New! We continue our deep dive into adult water baptism- into the deep "water" of John 3,5 and our baptismal text today: Roman6,16-18; Contact us for your personal faith adult baptism, unto a living faith covenant with Jesus and the infilling of Holy Ghost baptism.

Summer is here- so "Happy Motorist-Happy Cyclist" means we watch out for each other. This post might be an apt metaphor for the state of our culture in the good old USA.

You get some varied reactions- some encourage and some are galled merely at the phrase "start a church."

Have you entertained angels unawares?

Western Christendom took our biblical faith and made it firstly philosophical, rational and intellectual (oops)- whereas the bible says that God made humanity in His Spiritual image and likeness. God is SPIRIT (Jn4,24) so we humans- made in his image and likeness- are firstly Spiritual too. Not firstly philosophical-rational-intellectual but restored- by faith- to His Spiritual image and likeness. (5 minute read with YouTube link)

The one 'holy man' is Christ in us, the hope of Glory.

1John2,18-27 tells of the apostasy of folks who knew right from the beginning that Jesus was the Lord God of Israel in the flesh, but didn't love Him enough to stay. Youtube Video Link too.

Jesus Cares Inside and Outside The Church.

It takes a while but finding our voice is a beautiful thing.

Sometimes even lawyers need help.

Oh that we would never forget the supernatural brotherhood and sisterhood of our saving faith, and never minimize the one supernatural fellowship of our faith- as evidenced in the Book of Acts. In Jesus NAME I pray.

Have we made our present faith too easy? In other words, do we call ourselves bible believers before we either profess- or even attempt to live- the whole gospel?

When the bride stops preaching and the mark of the beast.

Oh that we would never forget the supernatural brotherhood and sisterhood of our saving faith, and never minimize the one supernatural fellowship of our faith- as evidenced in the Book of Acts. In Jesus NAME I pray.

I recommend Steven Waldman's 2019 book "Sacred Liberty" (HarperOne) This book fits the principal reason we Americans should all be thankful for our freedom to be faithful, or not, ie always free from the governmental interference of any state religion. Praise Jesus for this freedom- and for freedom Jesus set us free!

There's more to faith than profession- there is an actual SPIRITUAL rebirth at first faith! And then- usually at a later time- Holy Ghost baptism! Why settle for anything less than baptism in the Spirit for which the apostles waited 50 days? As Pentecostal movement pioneer Smith Wigglesworth puts it "We can never fully understand the wonders of this redemption until we are full of the Holy Spirit." Ever Increasing Faith Gospel Publishing House, 1971 Springfield Missouri, p. 24.

Satan has only so many pitches- and seven remedies in spiritual warfare.

Imagine if we were all just "Christians."

We're restoring the full number of offices in the body of Christ, and have no plans to silence women.

Godly love is daily love. 5.12.25: But the world is becoming so coarse and violent that we see fellow humans seemingly losing their humanity right in front our eyes- daily. We also see law and order and civilization itself- on the wane and threatened. And we also see people moving further away from verbalizing a biblical faith. In these challenges, we risk moving further away from our Godly Spiritual image and likeness to God. We Christians need to protect our souls and spirits and salvation by staying in contact with God's daily love and daily bread and Word. We also must remember that the Holy Spirit of God in us was purchased by Jesus' precious blood on Calvary's cross. So may this Holy Spirit- God Himself who is Spirit- be demonstrated, manifested and used to spread the gospel and keep our human interactions faithful and human and anointed. The world has perhaps never needed Jesus as much as it does now- yet even us in the church can fail to look for, or see, or even still respect the love and Spirit of God in ourselves and others. We totally need these things to stay healthy and faithful. So stay alert- precious blood bought souls of God- to Jesus' leading love- and Spirit! Stay alert to folks perhaps ready for the first time to finally admit that they need Jesus amidst the mounting inhumanity and coarseness and violence and greed that is heaping up in the cultures of the world. 9.25.25: But grace- God's love and Holy Ghost baptism in us- is always greater than sin and death: "But however much sin increased, grace was always greater, so that as sin's reign brought death, so grace was to rule through saving justice that leads to eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord." Romans5,20b-21 NJB

Sometimes short stories make better sermons than sermons do.

How did non biblical hierarchy come to be in the Christian Church? (Not from Ephesians4,10-11)

Lying and mendacious gossip- and hateful envy- put Jesus on the cross. And Gossip is foolish talk! "Nor should there be obscenity, foolish talk or coarse joking, which are out of place, but rather thanksgiving." Epheians5,4 NIV

Has sex politics caused schism in the church?

Revelation1,20 A a messenger- sent to each historical age of the church.

The collar makes the collarperson.

Oh dear "Christian" - Jesus got baptized- as an adult! But not you? What does your conscience say about that? The Word commands it- but only you can make the right and biblical choice! Adult baptism- the best personal faith decision I have ever made- after faith itself that is- what a difference, what added strength and purpose! Call us when you are ready for yours.

Our abiding theme is faith readiness and seeing more of God's word coming true and alive.

Saved By Giving Us A Cup Of Cold Water.

William Branham to the bride "Quit your nonsense. Just get down to business with God, 'cause it's later than you think."

Are there passages of scripture that it takes a prophet to explain?

Lauren Daigle is bringing gospel music to new heights! She has this great faith that is both fixed on her Holy God and very expansive and loving to her audience (sort of like the renown Evangelist of old Kathleen Kuhlman did as prayerfully summoned folks to receive healing). Lauren is both totally present to thousands of people- even bringing tears of joy, love and gratitude and healing to many- while at the same time she sings just for Jesus. Oh praise God for her gifts!

A bruised reed he shall not break- there is help for your marriage.

Do you know someone who needs prayer to overcome cancer?

Who will win this year?

Character Counts But Faith Comes First

Sometimes just clinging to being human with whatever strength we can muster is what following Jesus is about.

All the New Testament builds upon the Hebrew scriptures. Do you want to learn the bible?

Se Habla Jesus- Ocho Definiciones Del Bautizo En El Espiritu

What's the measure of your mercy? When Jesus comes again with he find any faith and mercy?

Jesus is not a control freak. But do Churches try to control folks? See the link at the end of this post about "The Nicolaitans" from Revelation2,6 and 15.

We pray for peace on the streets of Jerusalem.

Flying "Bishops" And New England Anglicans Starting Over.

Never again Shoah! "Blessed are those who mourn- they shall be comforted"- with a messiah. Yes "The Lord will comfort Zion." (Isaiah51,3) The devil and his team can't steal Israel's God given purposes and joy!

Righteousness comes by way of actual faith not by our material possessions.

Faith in Jesus or faith of Jesus?

The Apostle Paul said "for freedom Christ set us free." This freedom gospel is what The Preaching Hour brings to CT, New England, and to the ends of the earth..

Do business values dominate your church?

William Branham tells of the Lord's Leadership Preparation Of Moses.

The world tells us to get into its spirit, but God tells us to get into His Spirit. Acts2,38.

Br. Branham loved and served all people. But his faith obligation, to God Himself, led him to preach about the non biblical Nicolaitan church system that still controls much of "Christianity."

First, we'll finish up our four part study on the Book of Ruth, a beautiful love story about a Moabite gal espoused to Zion's future bridegroom. 8pm Tuesdays, like today!

Sometimes a voice outside the loop might help when starting a church.

It's Southington versus Amity for Class LL High School Softball and Baseball Championships

Marriage mediation before boarding the divorce train.