Monday, 19 March 2018

Handy And Nice Ideas About Bishop Charles Harrison Mason

By Brenda Davis


Over the past centuries, a lot of people reached fame for their dedicated works and efforts. Some are known as heroes, others are recognized for their skills and mental acuity in their field of expertise. This proves that humans are definitely wonderful and remarkable beings.

Particularly in the field of Theology, numerous individuals are recognized for essential things. One people who leave great impression is Bishop Charles Harrison Mason. He was a founder of the Bishop of Church of God which is now known as one of the largest Pentecostal church. Similar with other people, he has a background and story to tell which you could be intrigued to find out about. Learn more about his stories by continuing on reading the paragraphs below.

Despite the lack of formal education, his greatest influence in religion was his parents. Born by the former slaves in Tennessee, he encountered several hardship. At age fifteen, he joined a Missionary and eventually receive baptism by his older brother. Although Mason opposed pursuing ministry because he only wished to stay as a clergyman, he still continued to be one.

Around 1880, a serious epidemic broke out that travel across neighboring regions and greatly affect his father named Jerry. Since most treatment centers, hospitals and clinics at that period were shabby and in poor maintenance, his father died from the illness forcing him and the rest of family to moved to Arkansas. Even though he later contracted the ailment, Charles was miraculously saved by the prayers from his loved ones.

In some of his journeys, he had gone through numerous things which make him experienced conversion. One of his greatest motivators is Amanda Berry Smith who is, at that time, a popular African Methodist. Just like other individuals who received greater sanctification, he claimed to be inspired. Eventually, he met many professionals who have helped him throughout his preaching journeys.

Mason had so many travels that allow him to further preach and spread his faith to other people. He was not solely focus on a single church, but rather he had plenty of experiences in numerous places. Other than visiting Colleges, he also takes part of some community practices. On 1926, he formed an organization which concerns the basic policies and regulations of church.

He never missed on being married. Mason biography note that he had three wives whom he was devoted to. The first being someone he knew is Alice Saxton. But since Saxton was not satisfied with his Ministerial life, he decided to have a divorce. Although he did not wish to marry again, he met his second wife. Later on, he achieved a happy and long life with the final and third wife.

By his demise around the year 1861, the group he developed began to be popular in numerous places. The members and also the churches grow in number over time. In early 2000s, the group he made is now recognized as one of the biggest one.

At this date, there are some organizations that were named under him. Certifications, awards and merits are also awarded to them. As a result, a lot of people slowly become intrigued.




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