Bishop G. E. Patterson brought to the office of Presiding Bishop (2000-2007… Read Full Bio ↴Bishop G. E. Patterson brought to the office of Presiding Bishop (2000-2007)a wealth of experience as a telecommunications minister. He was well known as an evangelist and preacher par excellence. Weekly, his local church telecast was viewed by million of individuals around the world. The reach and scope of his ministry is unparalleled in the Church of God in Christ. He is without the first Presiding Bishop who became a household name in American church population, if not around the world.

Bishop G. E. Patterson brought indispenible evidence of our need to provide extended ministries. In his prerogative as leader, he re-enforced our position in charitable giving and socail ministries with the creation of COGIC Charities. He engineered new efforts in the realm of philanthropy and evangelism. He could be heard saying,"How can I preach when the vicissitudes of life are destorying the people?" When hurricanes Rita and Katrina ravaged the nation, the plea of the Presiding Bishop was appreciated. It was exraordinary that faith preaching and practical realities of the Gospel prepared the Church of God in Christ to help alleviate the pain and suffering of countness people during the aftermath of the storms.

I'm Leaving All to Follow Jesus
Bishop G.E. Patterson Lyrics

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I′m leaving all to follow Jesus,
I am turning from this world away,
Oh I'm stepping out upon His promise,
And all I have is His today

Oh I′m leaving all to follow Jesus,
I am turning from this world away,
Oh I'm stepping out upon His promise,

And all I have is His today

Overall Meaning

This song is a deeply personal expression of surrender to Jesus Christ. The lyrics imply a decision to leave behind the ways of the world and follow Jesus wholeheartedly. The phrase "leaving all" suggests a complete abandonment of earthly desires and possessions to pursue a higher calling. The act of turning away from the world conveys a desire to live a life that is pleasing to God rather than conforming to the world's standards. Furthermore, the promise that the singer is stepping out upon suggests a courageous leap of faith into the unknown, trusting that Jesus will provide.

The song is also an invitation to others to follow in the singer's footsteps. By choosing to leave everything behind, the singer is setting an example for others to follow. This song encourages listeners to do the same and to give their lives over to Jesus, putting their trust in Him alone.

I'm Leaving All to Follow JesusBishop G.E. Patterson Lyrics

I'm Leaving All to Follow Jesus
Bishop G.E. Patterson Lyrics