Frequently Asked Questions
What is JMCIM?
JMCIM (Jesus Miracle Crusade International Ministry) is an Apostolic Christian church that started in the Philippines. The church is committed to preaching the full Gospel of our Dearest Lord Jesus Christ coupled with signs, wonders and miracles, and a call to holy living as a form of obedience to Him.
What is the belief and doctrine of the Church?
JMCIM upholds the Apostolic doctrine: one faith in the One True God, our Dearest Lord Jesus Christ, through whom salvation begins with a heart fully surrendered to Him; one baptism in the Name of Jesus Christ; and a life of holiness, led by the power and guidance of the Holy Spirit.
When was the JMCIM founded, and who is the founder?
JMCIM was founded in 1975 by Beloved and Honorable Evangelist Pastor Wilde E. Almeda, together with his beloved wife, Beloved Assistant Pastor Lina C. Almeda. Through God’s divine calling, their ministry has been devoted to proclaiming the Gospel through evangelism, accompanied by healing and deliverance as manifestations of God’s power, all for His glory and the salvation of souls.
Where did JMCIM start, and where can I find JMCIM?
JMCIM started in Urduja Village, Quezon City and later transferred to 1152 Quirino Highway, Villa Ronnet, Novaliches Quezon City where the “Power House” is now located. You can connect with JMCIM through JMCIM TV, radio broadcasts, official social media pages, local churches, and outreaches and outstations local and abroad.
How to obtain Salvation?
The Holy Bible is the supreme authority and the ultimate source of truth concerning salvation. The Gospel clearly teaches that salvation begins with (a) faith in our Dearest Lord Jesus Christ, for “without faith it is impossible to please Him”(Hebrews 11:6, KJV).
This faith leads to genuine (b) repentance—a sincere turning away from sin and a wholehearted turning toward our Loving God. In obedient response to the Gospel, repentance is followed by (c) water baptism in the Name of Jesus Christ (Acts 2:38), through which believers are commanded to seek and receive the (d) baptism of the Holy Spirit.
Accordingly, faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, repentance, water baptism in the Name of Jesus Christ, and the baptism of the Holy Spirit are essential elements of obediently responding to the Gospel and entering into the salvation that God has graciously provided.
(see the JMCIM Statement of Faith on Salvation)
Why is JMCIM service lengthy?
JMCIM places great emphasis on heartfelt and joyful worship as an expression of love, gratitude, and reverence to our Loving God. Beloved and Honorable Evangelist Pastor Wilde E. Almeda faithfully taught the Church that the more we praise God, the more He is glorified, and the more His people are blessed. Every part of the worship service is conducted with the desire to glorify God, strengthen the faith of believers, and lead souls into a closer relationship with our Dearest Lord Jesus Christ.
Church services are intentionally conducted over an extended period to provide ample opportunity for the congregation to engage in sincere worship and spiritual edification. Services typically include congregational praise and worship, special choir presentations by various choir groups, the sharing of testimonies that glorify God, the preaching of the Holy Scriptures, and mass healing service for those seeking God’s divine touch.
JMCIM believes that worship should never be rushed, but should allow sufficient time for the Holy Spirit to move freely among the congregation, bringing conviction, healing, deliverance, spiritual renewal, and a deeper encounter with the presence of our loving God.
Why do JMCIM wear modest clothing (e.g wome wearing modest and long clothes, have long hair, and do not wear jewelries)
JMCIM believes that Christians are called to live a life of holiness, recognizing that our bodies are the temple of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19–20). Accordingly, outward conduct and appearance should reflect an inward life that has been transformed by God.
JMCIM teaches modest attire, long hair for women, and simplicity in personal adornment as biblical expressions of holiness and obedience, rather than as requirements by which a person obtains salvation. Our confidence for salvation rests entirely in the saving work of our Dearest Lord Jesus Christ, to whom believers respond in obedient faith according to the Gospel.
- Why do women wear modest and long clothing?
The Bible teaches believers to dress modestly, decently, and with propriety, reflecting humility and godliness rather than drawing attention to themselves.
- 1 Timothy 2:9–10 (KJV) – “In like manner also, that women adorn themselves in modest apparel, with shamefacedness and sobriety…”
- 1 Peter 3:3–4 teaches that a believer’s true beauty is the hidden person of the heart rather than outward adornment.
- Deuteronomy 22:5 teaches that men and women should maintain a clear distinction in their appearance.
For this reason, JMCIM encourages women to wear modest, feminine clothing that reflects holiness, purity, and reverence before God.
- Why do women keep long hair?
JMCIM believes that a woman’s long hair is a God-given symbol of honor and submission to God’s order, as taught by the Apostle Paul.
- 1 Corinthians 11:5–6 teaches that it is dishonorable for a woman to have her head shorn or shaved.
- 1 Corinthians 11:14–15 states that if a woman has long hair, it is her glory, “for her hair is given her for a covering.”
- Why do members refrain from wearing jewelry?
JMCIM teaches that Christian adornment should emphasize inward holiness rather than outward ornamentation.
- 1 Timothy 2:9–10 instructs women not to adorn themselves with gold, pearls, or costly attire but with good works.
- 1 Peter 3:3–4 teaches that beauty should not consist merely of outward adornment, including the wearing of gold, but of a meek and quiet spirit.
- Isaiah 3:16–24 records God’s judgment upon the pride and excessive adornment of His people.
- Is modesty only for women?
No. The biblical principle of holiness applies to both men and women.
- 1 Peter 1:15–16 – “Be ye holy; for I am holy.”
- Romans 12:1–2 calls believers to present their bodies as living sacrifices and not to be conformed to the world.
- 2 Corinthians 6:17 teaches believers to be separate from worldly practices that do not honor God.
Accordingly, men are likewise encouraged to dress modestly, decently, and in a manner befitting Christian testimony.
- Is outward holiness enough?
No. Outward appearance alone does not save anyone. Salvation comes by our Loving God’s grace through obedient faith in the Gospel(see JMCIM Statement of Faith on Salvation). However, a transformed heart naturally produces a transformed life.
Jesus taught that a good tree bears good fruit (Matthew 7:17–20), and believers are called to glorify God in both body and spirit (1 Corinthians 6:20). Therefore, JMCIM teaches that modest attire and holy living are not means of earning salvation but are expressions of a life surrendered to God and empowered by the Holy Spirit.
JMCIM therefore upholds these biblical principles not as matters of human tradition or legalism, but as acts of loving obedience to God’s Word and as a testimony of holiness before the world, seeking in all things to glorify our Dearest Lord Jesus Christ.
Why do JMCIM brethren wear white clothes during their services?
JMCIM brethren are encouraged, but not compelled, to wear white clothing—particularly white upper garments—during worship services. This practice is not a requirement for salvation or church membership, but a voluntary expression of reverence and unity in worship, inspired by Biblical symbolism.
In the Holy Scriptures, white garments consistently symbolize purity, holiness, righteousness, and the cleansing made possible through the saving work of our Dearest Lord Jesus Christ.
- Purity and Holiness – White garments symbolize the believer’s call to walk in holiness before God.
- “He that overcometh, the same shall be clothed in white raiment…” (Revelation 3:5, KJV)
- Forgiveness and Cleansing from Sin – White robes represent those who have been washed and cleansed through the redemptive work of Christ.
- “These are they which came out of great tribulation, and have washed their robes, and made them white in the blood of the Lamb.” (Revelation 7:14, KJV)
- Righteous Living – White linen symbolizes the righteous life that believers are called to live through God’s grace.
- “…And to her was granted that she should be arrayed in fine linen, clean and white: for the fine linen is the righteousness of saints.” (Revelation 19:8, KJV)
Accordingly, JMCIM encourages the wearing of white clothing during worship services as a visible reminder of the believer’s calling to holiness, purity, and righteous living. However, wearing white clothing does not define or obtain salvation, nor is it a condition for participating in worship. Rather, it is a voluntary practice that reflects biblical symbolism and serves to remind believers that they have been called to glorify God through lives of holiness and obedience.
- Purity and Holiness – White garments symbolize the believer’s call to walk in holiness before God.
Why does JMCIM teach about faithful giving of Tithes and Love Offering?
JMCIM teaches cheerful and faithful giving of tithes and love offerings as a biblical act of worship, gratitude, and faithful stewardship. This is the key to abundant blessings, which has been proven and tested by countless beloved brethren in the church.
A Tithe
A tithe means giving one-tenth (10%) of one’s increase (such as income, harvest, business profit, or other lawful gain) to the Lord. In the Old Testament, God declared that the tithe belongs to Him:
“And all the tithe of the land… is the LORD’S: it is holy unto the LORD.”
— Leviticus 27:30 (KJV)JMCIM teaches that faithful tithing is an act of worship, gratitude, and faithful stewardship. It acknowledges God as the source of every blessing and demonstrates our trust in His faithful provision.
The Lord also gave this promise concerning faithful tithing:
“Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be meat in mine house, and prove me now herewith, saith the LORD of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it.”
— Malachi 3:10 (KJV)Love Offering
A love offering is distinct from the tithe. While the tithe is the first tenth that belongs to the Lord, a love offering is a voluntary gift given from a willing and grateful heart as an expression of love for God and support for His work. JMCIM encourages believers to present love offerings cheerfully and willingly, following the biblical principle:
“Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver.”
— 2 Corinthians 9:7 (KJV)Believers are also encouraged to honor God with their substance:
“Honour the LORD with thy substance, and with the firstfruits of all thine increase.”
— Proverbs 3:9 (KJV)Likewise, the Apostle John reminds believers that genuine love for God is demonstrated through generosity toward others:
“But whoso hath this world’s good, and seeth his brother have need, and shutteth up his bowels of compassion from him, how dwelleth the love of God in him?”
— 1 John 3:17 (KJV)As a matter of church practice, JMCIM encourages believers to give a love offering equivalent to another ten percent (10%) from the remaining ninety percent (90%) of their increase. This practice is taught as an expression of sacrificial love, thanksgiving, and faithful support of God’s work.
The Scriptures further teach the principle of generous giving:
“Give, and it shall be given unto you…” (Luke 6:38)
“He which soweth sparingly shall reap also sparingly; and he which soweth bountifully shall reap also bountifully.” (2 Corinthians 9:6)
The more we give with sincere, willing, and cheerful hearts, the more God is able to bless us according to His perfect will and abundant grace. Such giving is an act of worship and trust in God, not a means of earning salvation or purchasing His favor, but a joyful response to His goodness and faithfulness.
Why do JMCIM practice fasting and prayer?
JMCIM practices fasting and prayer because they are biblical disciplines that draw believers closer to God, deepen their dependence upon Him, and strengthen their spiritual lives. Throughout the Scriptures, God’s people fasted and prayed as acts of humility, repentance, worship, and earnest seeking of God’s guidance and intervention.
Fasting is a voluntary act of self-denial and sacrifice in which a believer temporarily abstains from food (or other lawful comforts, as appropriate) in order to devote more time to prayer, meditation on God’s Word, and seeking His will. It is not intended to earn salvation or manipulate God, but to express sincere humility and wholehearted dependence upon Him.
Fasting Accompanies Earnest Prayer
When believers face difficult circumstances, fasting often accompanies fervent prayer as they seek God’s help, wisdom, strength, and direction.
- Joel 2:12 – “Turn ye even to me with all your heart, and with fasting, and with weeping, and with mourning.”
- Acts 13:2–3 shows that the early church fasted and prayed while seeking God’s direction.
Fasting Is Practiced During Times of Great Need
JMCIM encourages fasting, together with prayer, especially during times when believers are seeking God’s intervention for healing, deliverance, spiritual renewal, guidance, or while carrying heavy burdens.
Our Dearest Lord Jesus Christ taught that certain spiritual battles require deeper consecration:
- Mark 9:29 (KJV) – “This kind can come forth by nothing, but by prayer and fasting.”
Believers also find comfort in bringing every burden to the Lord through prayer:
- Philippians 4:6–7 teaches believers to present their requests to God with thanksgiving, and His peace will guard their hearts and minds.
Dearest Jesus Taught That His Followers Would Fast
Our Dearest Lord Jesus Christ assumed that His disciples would continue the practice of fasting after His earthly ministry.
- Matthew 6:16–18 teaches believers to fast sincerely, seeking God’s approval rather than the praise of men.
- Matthew 9:14–15 teaches that His disciples would fast after He was taken from them.
JMCIM therefore practices fasting and prayer as biblical acts of humility, sacrifice, consecration, and wholehearted dependence upon God. Through fasting, believers seek a deeper relationship with God, greater spiritual strength, and His gracious intervention in times of need, always trusting in His perfect will and timing.
