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Elder W. McArthur Thompson is a saved, sanctified, Holy Ghost filled & water baptized preacher. He is the Pastor and founder of the Center of Joy Church of God in Christ in Roanoke, Texas. God has given his hands to do His will concerning His people. He has been saved more than 41 years. He was ordained as Elder in the Church of God in Christ in June of 2010, under the Texas Northeast First Jurisdiction NTYME Ordination School under the Late Bishop J. Neaul Haynes. On July 22, 2012, Center of Joy celebrated its first church anniversary and we have began to grow. We will celebrate seven years of ministry in July 2018.
He was called into Ministry in 2008. He served as a Minister, then Elder before starting a work and ministry for the Lord. He served at the West Irving Church of God in Christ from December 2002 to June 2011. The Pastor is District Superintendent Andrew Jackson, Jr. He served as the Chief Financial Officer, Director of the Technology Ministry, Webmaster, Deacon Chairman, Marriage Ministry Coordinator along with his wife, the Men Department Acting President, Men Class Sunday School Teacher, Pastor Annual Anniversary Chairmen & the Church Vacation Bible School Picnic Coordinator.
He also served the Crouch Memorial Church of God in Christ from August 1987 to July 2002. The Pastor was District Superintendent Elder F. S. Diggs. He served as the Finance Secretary, Deacon, Youth Sunday School Teacher, Drill Team & Youth Leader for many years.
Other clergy appointment include the Chief Financial Officer for Texas Northeast Tarrant District, Lady Paula Thompson District Missionary and Pastor Andrew Jackson, Jr. District Superintendent of the Texas Northeast First Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction, Mother Pia Haynes Williams, Supervisor of Women Department and Bishop J. E. Hornsby, Jurisdictional Prelate.
He is a native of Canton, Mississippi and blessed to be united in marriage for nearly 33 years to Paula J. Thompson. From this union, four beautiful children were given to them Timothy McArthur, DaShawn Shaunta, Shania Nicole Jean (Boyd), and Elijah McArthur and one adopted son in the Lord " Minister Mose (Nycole) Brown". He was reared in the Pleasant Grove Missionary Baptist Church where the Rev. Thomas Oliphant was Pastor. His parents are James and the Late Willie Delois Thompson, his brothers are Rev. James Thompson Jr., Darrell Thompson, Bennie Thompson, Rev. Percy Thompson ( Pastor of Greater Sweet Home in Fort Worth, Texas) and Oscar Thompson, Sr. (North Charleston, SC). He has one sister Linda Thompson Moore (Greenwood, MS). His dad and other family members still attend this historic church that have celebrated more 142 years of service and dedication to the Canton area.
During his service to the Lord, he was blessed to obtain a Bachelor of Administration Degree in Management Information Technology from Dallas Baptist University and did post graduate studies in a Master’s of Science Degree in Information Technology from the University of Texas at Dallas. He is retired from the U.S. Air Force and the Texas Air National Guard. He served his country for 21 years. He utilizes this knowledge in his employment with the Internal Revenue Service as a Senior Information Technology Project Manager, software development, web development, network administration, Scrum Master and section chief.
He is owner and Chief Operations Officer of MTCBS, http://thompsonsuits.com, a subsidiary of Bradshaw Thompson Enterprises, LLC, an internet apparel company, and BTE Series, LLC a real estate investment company. God is continually blessing him, his wife, children and their ministry.
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CENTER OF JOY
CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST
Prayer & Bible Band
Bible Study Topics Every Wednesday Night 7:00 PM
Center of Joy Church of God in Christ
Invites you to join our Wednesday Night Bible Study, presented on Zoom - at 7:00 pm Central Time, 8:00 pm Eastern Time
lesson can also be found on our website: WWW.COJCOGIC.ORG
For PC and Mac users: launch ZOOM
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Lesson 13 - February 24, 2020
The Greatest Of These is Love
Background Readings:Deuteronomy 5:10; 7:7; Proverb 8:17-21; 10:12; Jeremiah 31:3
Devotional Readings:
1 Corinthians 13:1-13
Central Verse:
1 John 3:14 (KJV) 



Key Terms:
Motivation - The act of process of motivating: the act of process of giving someone a reason for doing something: a force or influence that causes someone to do something.
Envious - Feeling or showing envy: feeling or showing a desire to have what someone else has: feeling or showing unhappiness over someone else's good fortune and a desire to have the same.
Puffed-Up - as in blown up; inflated; to be showing one's pride by the way one behaves or holds one's body.
Lesson Scripture:
Deuteronomy 5:1010 And shewing mercy unto thousands of them that love me and keep my commandments.
Deuteronomy 7:7
Proverbs 8:17-21
17 I love them that love me; and those that seek me early shall find me.
18 Riches and honour are with me; yea, durable riches and righteousness.
19 My fruit is better than gold, yea, than fine gold; and my revenue than choice silver.
20 I lead in the way of righteousness, in the midst of the paths of judgment:
21 That I may cause those that love me to inherit substance; and I will fill their treasures.
Proverbs 10:12
12 Hatred stirreth up strifes: but love covereth all sins.
Jeremiah 31:3
5 Doth not behave itself unseemly, seeketh not her own, is not easily provoked, thinketh no evil;
6 Rejoiceth not in iniquity, but rejoiceth in the truth;
7 Beareth all things, believeth all things, hopeth all things, endureth all things.
9 For we know in part, and we prophesy in part.
10 But when that which is perfect is come, then that which is in part shall be done away.
13 And now abideth faith, hope, charity, these three; but the greatest of these is charity.
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Center of Joy Church of God in Christ
Invites you to join our Wednesday Night Bible Study, presented on Zoom - at 7:00 pm Central Time, 8:00 pm Eastern Time
lesson can also be found on our website: WWW.COJCOGIC.ORG
For PC and Mac users: Launch ZOOM
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Lesson 11 - February 17, 2020
Peace In The Midst Of Storms
Background Readings:Psalms 55:8; 85:8-13; Mark 4:35-41
Devotional Readings:
Psalms 107:23-31
Central Verse:
Romans 12:18 (KJV)




18 If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.
Key Terms:
Calm - a period or condition of freedom from storms, high winds, or rough activity of water: a state of tranquility: free from agitation, excitement, or disturbance.
Fierce - violently hostile or aggressive in temoerament: very violent: furiously active or determined.
Peace - a state of tranquility or quiet: to be, become, or keep silent or quiet.
Lesson Scripture:
Psalms 55:88 I would hasten my escape from the windy storm and tempest
Psalms 85:8-13
9 Surely his salvation is nigh them that fear him; that glory may dwell in our land.
10 Mercy and truth are met together; righteousness and peace have kissed each other.
11 Truth shall spring out of the earth; and righteousness shall look down from heaven.
12 Yea, the LORD shall give that which is good; and our land shall yield her increase.
13 Righteousness shall go before him; and shall set us in the way of his steps.
Mark 4:35-41
37 And there arose a great storm of wind, and the waves beat into the ship, so that it was now full.
40 And he said unto them, Why are ye so fearful? how is it that ye have no faith?

23 They that go down to the sea in ships, that do business in great waters;
24 These see the works of the LORD, and his wonders in the deep.
25 For he commandeth, and raiseth the stormy wind, which lifteth up the waves thereof.
27 They reel to and fro, and stagger like a drunken man, and are at their wits' end.
28 Then they cry unto the LORD in their trouble, and he bringeth them out of their distresses.
29 He maketh the storm a calm, so that the waves thereof are still.
30 Then are they glad because they be quiet; so he bringeth them unto their desired haven.
Center of Joy Church of God in Christ
Invites you to join our Wednesday Night Bible Study, presented on Zoom - at 7:00 pm Central Time, 8:00 pm Eastern Time
lesson can also be found on our website: WWW.COJCOGIC.ORG
For PC and Mac users: launch ZOOM
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Lesson 11 - February 10, 2020
Peace In The Midst Of Storms
Background Readings:Psalms 55:8; 85:8-13; Mark 4:35-41
Devotional Readings:
Psalms 107:23-31
Central Verse:
Romans 12:18 (KJV)




18 If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.
Key Terms:
Calm - a period or condition of freedom from storms, high winds, or rough activity of water: a state of tranquility: free from agitation, excitement, or disturbance.
Fierce - violently hostile or aggressive in temoerament: very violent: furiously active or determined.
Peace - a state of tranquility or quiet: to be, become, or keep silent or quiet.
Psalms 55:8
8 I would hasten my escape from the windy storm and tempest
Psalms 85:8-13
9 Surely his salvation is nigh them that fear him; that glory may dwell in our land.
10 Mercy and truth are met together; righteousness and peace have kissed each other.
11 Truth shall spring out of the earth; and righteousness shall look down from heaven.
12 Yea, the LORD shall give that which is good; and our land shall yield her increase.
13 Righteousness shall go before him; and shall set us in the way of his steps.
Mark 4:35-41
37 And there arose a great storm of wind, and the waves beat into the ship, so that it was now full.
40 And he said unto them, Why are ye so fearful? how is it that ye have no faith?

23 They that go down to the sea in ships, that do business in great waters;
24 These see the works of the LORD, and his wonders in the deep.
25 For he commandeth, and raiseth the stormy wind, which lifteth up the waves thereof.
27 They reel to and fro, and stagger like a drunken man, and are at their wits' end.
28 Then they cry unto the LORD in their trouble, and he bringeth them out of their distresses.
29 He maketh the storm a calm, so that the waves thereof are still.
30 Then are they glad because they be quiet; so he bringeth them unto their desired haven.
Center of Joy Church of God in Christ
Invites you to join our Wednesday Night Bible Study, presented on Zoom - at 7:00 pm Central Time, 8:00 pm Eastern Time
lesson can also be found on our website: WWW.COJCOGIC.ORG
For PC and Mac users: launch ZOOM
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Meeting ID: 497 519 5342
Password: 006175
Lesson 10 - February 3, 2020
Wages For Some And a Free Gift For Others
Background Readings:John 3:16; Romans 10:1-13; 1 John 5:11-12
Devotional Readings:
Romans 5:12-21
Central Verse:
Romans 6:23 (KJV) 



23 For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Key Terms:
Wages - a payment usually of money for labor or services usually according to contract and on an hourly, daily, or piecework basis.
Transgression - an act, process, or instance of infringement or violation of a law, command, of duty.
Lesson Scripture:
John 3:16Roman 10:1-13
1 Brethren, my heart's desire and prayer to God for Israel is, that they might be saved.
2 For I bear them record that they have a zeal of God, but not according to knowledge.
4 For Christ is the end of the law for righteousness to every one that believeth.
7 Or, Who shall descend into the deep? (that is, to bring up Christ again from the dead.)
11 For the scripture saith, Whosoever believeth on him shall not be ashamed.
13 For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.
1 John 5:11-12
11 And this is the record, that God hath given to us eternal life, and this life is in his Son.
12 He that hath the Son hath life; and he that hath not the Son of God hath not life.
13 (For until the law sin was in the world: but sin is not imputed when there is no law.
Center of Joy Church of God in Christ
Invites you to join our Wednesday Night Bible Study, presented on Zoom - at 7:00 pm Central Time, 8:00 pm Eastern Time
lesson can also be found on our website: WWW.COJCOGIC.ORG
For PC and Mac users: launch ZOOM
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Meeting ID: 497 519 5342
Password: 006175
Lesson 9 - January 27, 2020
Praying During Dark Times
Background Readings:
Isaiah 2:10-12, 24:21-22, 26:20-21; John 8:12; 1 Thessalonians 5:17Devotional Readings:
Acts 16:25-34Central Verse:
1 Peter 4:7 (KJV) 



7 But the end of all things is at hand: be ye therefore sober, and watch unto prayer.
Key Terms:
Dark Times - The point or period when grim or depressing circumstances occurs characterized by evil: in ignorance.
Indignation - anger aroused by something unjust, unworthy, or mean: anger caused by something unfair or wrong.
Pandemic - an outbreak of a disease that occurs over a wide geographic area and affects an exceptionally high proportion of the population.
Lesson Scripture:
Isaiah 2:10-12
Isaiah 24:21-22
Isaiah 26:20-21
John 8:121 Thessalonians 5:17
Acts 16:25-34
25 And at midnight Paul and Silas prayed, and sang praises unto God: and the prisoners heard them.
28 But Paul cried with a loud voice, saying, Do thyself no harm: for we are all here.
30 And brought them out, and said, Sirs, what must I do to be saved?
31 And they said, Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved, and thy house.
32 And they spake unto him the word of the Lord, and to all that were in his house.
Center of Joy Church of God in Christ
Invites you to join our Wednesday Night Bible Study, presented on Zoom - at 7:00 pm Central Time, 8:00 pm Eastern Time
lesson can also be found on our website: WWW.COJCOGIC.ORG
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Lesson 8 - January 20, 2020
Power To Break Barriers
Background Readings:Isaiah 40:29; 2 Corinthians 10:3-4; Galatians 4:7
Devotional Readings:
Matthew 9:1-8
Central Verse:
Ephesians 2:14 (KJV)




Key Terms:
Break - To separate into parts with suddenness or violence: to render inoperable: to stop or bring to an end suddenly: to make ineffective as a binding force.
Generational - a body of living beings constituting a single step in the step in the line of descent from an ancestor: relating to the different generations of particular family.
Barrier - something material that block or is intended to block passage: something that keeeps apart or makes progress difficult: something that impedes or separates.
Isaiah 40:29

2 Corinthians 10:3-4
3 For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh:
Galatians 4:7


Devotional Readings:
Matthew 9:1-8
1 And he entered into a ship, and passed over, and came into his own city.
3 And, behold, certain of the scribes said within themselves, This man blasphemeth.
4 And Jesus knowing their thoughts said, Wherefore think ye evil in your hearts?
5 For whether is easier, to say, Thy sins be forgiven thee; or to say, Arise, and walk?
7 And he arose, and departed to his house.
15 But he that is spiritual judgeth all things, yet he himself is judged of no man.
Center of Joy Church of God in Christ
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lesson can also be found on our website: WWW.COJCOGIC.ORG
For PC and Mac users: launch ZOOM
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Lesson 7 - January 13, 2020
Holy Men and Women Living In The Power Of God's Spirit
Background Readings:Zechariah 4:6; Matthew 22:29; Luke 4:32-36; Acts 10:38
Devotional Readings:
1 Corinthians 2:1-16
Central Verse:
Psalms 62:11 (KJV)
11 God hath spoken once; twice have I heard this; that power belongeth unto God.
Key Terms:
Confront - To face especially in challenge: to cause to meet: bring face-to-face: deal with (something) honestly and directly.
Authority - convincing force: the power to give orders or make decisions: the power or right to direct or control someone or something.
Zechariah 4:6

Matthew 22:29
29 Jesus answered and said unto them, Ye do err, not knowing the scriptures, nor the power of God.
Luke 4:32-36
32 And they were astonished at his doctrine: for his word was with power.
Acts 10:38

1 Corinthians 2:1-16
2 For I determined not to know any thing among you, save Jesus Christ, and him crucified.
3 And I was with you in weakness, and in fear, and in much trembling.
5 That your faith should not stand in the wisdom of men, but in the power of God.
15 But he that is spiritual judgeth all things, yet he himself is judged of no man.
Center of Joy Church of God in Christ
Invites you to join our Wednesday Night Bible Study, presented on Zoom - at 7:00 pm Central Time, 8:00 pm Eastern Time
lesson can also be found on our website: WWW.COJCOGIC.ORG
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Lesson 6 - January 6, 2020
God Wants The Believer Better, Not Bitter
Background Readings:2 Samuel 15:12, 31-34; 17:23; James 3:11-14; Ephesians 4:31
Devotional Readings:
1 Samuel 1:1-10
Central Verse:
Hebrews 12:15 (KJV)




Key Terms:
Root of bitterness - something that is an origin or source causing painful emotions felt or experienced strongly and unpleasantly: underlying support, the essential core of the feeling of anger and unhappiness because of unfair treatment.
Virtue - conformity to a standard of right: particular moral excellence: morally good behavior or character.
Bitterness of soul - painful emotions felt or experienced strongly and unpleasantly in the spiritual principle embodied in human beings, all rational and spiritual beings, in a person's total self.
2 Samuel 15:12; 31-34
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33 Unto whom David said, If thou passest on with me, then thou shalt be a burden unto me:
2 Samuel 17:23

James 3:11-14
11 Doth a fountain send forth at the same place sweet water and bitter?

1 Samuel 1:1-10
5 But unto Hannah he gave a worthy portion; for he loved Hannah: but the LORD had shut up her womb.
10 And she was in bitterness of soul, and prayed unto the LORD, and wept sore.
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