about:

our mission:

JirehScope Ministries is called to labor with God to usher in moments where His unlimited provision, can fill the 'inner man' through the Holy Spirit's impartation of strength and might. JSM provides opportunities to encourage and support today's Christian to live with an accurate, living comprehension and constant consciousness of the greatness of His love. JSM strives to help the believer to "string together moments with God."
Ephesians 3:16-19

vision statement:

Called to "Go" and reach into the body of Christ with special gatherings aimed at "fanning the flames" of the Spirit into a burning hunger to meet with God. JirehScope Ministries invites God to provide life-changing opportunities through gatherings of various lengths of time bringing repentance, healing, challenge, calling, and commissioning.
2 Timothy 1:6

JSM gatherings bring powerful and anointed worship, prayer and encouragement, times of waiting on the Lord - listening for "personal words from God," ministering with the Spirit to the needs of the people through God centered music, Biblical teaching and evangelistic activities. 

JirehScope Ministries desires not only to create opportunities that invite 'moments with God' but also to serve as a catalyst of ongoing encouragement and inspiration by linking His servants together. By means of 'Iron Sharpens Iron' (a web based connection for people touched by JirehScope Ministries to read and post testimonials, receive prayer support and spiritual encouragement).
Proverbs 27:17

values statement:

• JirehScope Ministries believes that God wants all men to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth.
  1 Tim. 2:4
  
• JirehScope Ministries believes that the opinions of man are null and void in comparison to the Truths of God as written in His Word.
  1 Cor. 3:19; 2Tim 3:16)
  
• We know that God is always at work and invites us to be a part of that work.
  Jn 5; Ex 3: Acts 8:26 etc... etc...
  
• We believe that God desires that every Christian recognize and FULFILL their call in life. 
  2 Tim 2:21; 2 Th 1:11; Col 1:10; 2 Cor 9:8; Phil 1:6
  
• We believe that ‘ordinary people’ can do extraordinary things when directed by Him. Time after time the Bible illustrates that a ‘moment with God’ can set His plan in motion if the servant is listening and obedient.
  (Noah, Moses, Joshua, etc..)
  
• JirehScope Ministries will purposefully challenge believers to conform to the image and character of Christ. We believe THIS is the sign of true revival and this will bring the lasting fruit that He desires.
  Rom 8:29
• At JirehScope Ministries we believe God desires to meet with worshippers... that He has a ‘destination,’ a ‘Mount Moriah’ where we can worship and meet with Him; where we come to know Him better. We strive to reach this ‘Moriah.’
  Gen 22, Jn. 4:23

Troy's bio:

While reading the Bible one evening as a child, Troy was deeply impressed with how God honored Solomon’s request for wisdom. In immediate response and simple childlike faith Troy knelt and prayed, “Lord, if wisdom is the correct thing to ask for then please give me wisdom like you gave Solomon.” Thirty years later God is still granting wisdom and Troy has not stopped lyrically expressing the lessons in his strong conceptualized songs, captivating lyrics and passionate vocals. A Berklee College of Music arranging major, skilled multi-instrumentalist, vocalist and writer, after 4 years of Dean’s List grades Troy prayed upon leaving Berklee, “Lord, YOU continue to teach me the things about music that this world doesn't understand.” Troy really feels that God has not only taught him about music, but about what music was created for and what it can accomplish. Eighty songs and 20 years of music ministry experience (10 years of full time ministry) have both positioned and seasoned Troy to

leave a powerful mark for the Kingdom. “When you are called, truly called, you realize that your ‘gifts’ are not your own… and as theWord says, they are ‘irrevocable’ for Kingdom purposes.” Much of Troy’s effectiveness comes from his ability to paint pictures with stories and lyrics, which Troy credits to the instruction of his Berklee professor and highly sought after song-writing coach Pat Pattison. “Pat was an incredible instructor… and several times I sensed God encouraging me to really absorb what he was teaching to use for God’s glory.” Songs like Troy’s ‘Picking Petals,’ inspired by Christ’s questioning to ‘Simon’ Peter, pose the question of whether man’s actions ever cause God to ‘pick the petals’ and say, ‘he loves me… he loves me not.’ China Doll has ministered to countless wounded children who struggled to see God as a caring Father. (Troy, a product of a broken family at age 6 understands the need for individuals to see Father God accurately, as the amazing Father that He is.) But Troy’s personal favorite is a ‘trip into God’s backyard’ to express his deep unrestrained love for God in a “Serenade” from the limb of God’s tree. His lyrics are inspiring and vocals are filled with passion. Being out on a limb for God is something that Troy is very accustomed to. Four years ago he founded JirehScope Ministries, predominantly out of a desire to bring a call to intimacy with God, and in worship, to the church. Troy invites the listener to ‘eavesdrop’ in on his conversations with God and it’s not uncommon to hear that folks end up engaging in God conversations themselves as they listen. But Troy and JirehScope Ministries have not limited themselves to just ‘music ministry.’ “We founded the ministry, also, on the desire to bring impartation and ‘be faithful in the little.’ Troy has learned, “When you set your heart to be faithful ‘in the little’ you realize there really IS NO LITTLE with God.” This willingness has prompted the ministry to start a street evangelism team and a thriving clothing ministry. After many years of investing in other peoples visions and ministries Troy is very excited about how God has been promoting the vision that He gave to Troy years ago. “I have always known that God had BIG plans in mind, but for years I have placed them on the back burner to grow while investing in others. God has told me that He would redeem the time that I have sown into others… and man is He delivering on that now. Nothing is ever ‘lost’ when you are in God’s will… I am far more ‘seasoned’ for ministry from my years of investing in and observing others, than had I set out immediately for MY career.” God has not stopped blessing either. Troy now spends a large portion of his time in his new two room recording facility… again a gift from God through a ‘team’ of faithful individuals who believe in his calling, gifts and music. When Troy least expected it God moved and began forming the ‘team’ he always knew was coming. “God has ALWAYS been faithful to me. I have driven cars I haven’t bought, owned instruments and sound systems I didn’t pay for… The Lord moves in mysterious ways, His wonders to perform. The Bible says that those who know Him will ‘do great exploits’ for Him… thus Jireh Scope; Scoping, seeing, focusing, aiming for the unhampered motion and provision of God… sometimes from us as vessels… and sometimes directly from Him!” Troy believes that when we live in the zone of pleasing Him first, (“putting a smile on His face”) that, we position ourselves to be used mightily of Him. Troy is currently writing a book with a working title of ‘Smile Factor: Pursuing the Pleasure of God.’ “I just want to make Him smile… continuously… and if I can impart that in some way I know that He will smile all the more! (Pausing with a chuckle) EXPONENTIALLY!” he says while grinning. The refreshing thing about Troy’s ministry is that his story is never about pointing to himself. Though Troy’s life has been loaded with challenges and adversities, he continues to smile and point people to the source of that smile. Pastors often say they appreciate the transparency that Troy brings in his stories… always placing the focus on God and His moving. An often self proclaimed ‘knucklehead behind a keyboard’ Troy puts things in perspective, “The ONLY cool thing about my stories is how God worked in them… talking about me is small talk in comparison to talking about HIM.”

endorsements:

'I have been a Worship Pastor for many years, and it was so wonderful to have Troy minister here for our entire service.   His heart for the Lord, Scriptural knowledge, remarkable humility and incredible musical gift all came together to bring our whole congregation together before the Lord to honor and worship Him.  Troy was able to gain the trust of the congregation almost immediately, and together we spent some precious time of worship, reflection and rededication of ourselves to His Kingdom.
God also moved me personally and spoke to me through a particular passage of Scripture in a way I will always remember.  Troy was there to help minister to me through that time, and I was very thankful for his sensitivity.
God impacted our church through Troy's ministry in a way specially prepared for that day.  I give my highest recommendation to other pastors to consider Troy Bourne a gift to their church as well as their own personal walk with God.' 
- Music and Worship Pastor, Karl Dyrli, New Testament Baptist Church, Norton, MA

'Troy has a calling to lead people into the presence of God through worship and music, and is a man of integrity and commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ! I have worked with Troy and he has always been sensitive to the Lord and to the needs of the church. You will be encouraged through the ministry of the Lord through his servant Troy Bourne.'
- Pastor Ronald Squibb, Senior Pastor, South Attleboro Assembly of God, MA

'Troy has surely been chosen into the presence of God's music ministry and army of musicians to work as unto the Lord to restore and shed the love of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ to the saved and unsaved.'
- Ronnie Lee, Producer, Roncon Productions LLC.

'God uses you every time you open your mouth! Passion for Jesus is written all over you!'
- Deb, worship gathering participant, Foxboro MA

'Troy not only has a great singing talent but exemplifies a sincere Christian spirit… Your audience will be blessed and lives drawn to Christ.'
- Rev. Norman Noriega, Full Gospel Christian Fellowship New Bedford, MA

'Not only a great display of talent and ability, but it was a spiritual experience…I would highly recommend Troy to any church looking for a competent Spirit filled musician.'
- Rev, Steve Perry, St. Paul’s Church of the Nazarene, Duxbury, MA

'Troy has a beautiful tenor voice and his presentation of the songs that God has inspired him with will bless and challenge the listener regardless of age… I warmly recommend him without reservation.'
- Rev. Lynn Summers, First Church of God, Circleville, OH

'In regards to Troy Bourne… We highly recommend his talent and gifting from the Lord… bold and confident in the things of the Lord. Troy has made readily evident that he truly has a heart after God.'
- Apostles Antonio and Beverly Rezendes, of C.I. (Christian International)

'He is able to translate what he senses from the Spirit into an atmosphere, attitude and worship that brings honor to God.'
- Pastor Kenneth G. Neff, Columbus West Church of God, Columbus

 

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