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(see the help page). which is now known as Metro Christian Fellowship. In that role he was Senior Pastor to the so-called "Kansas City Prophets" in the 1980s and 1990s, a group which included Bob Jones, Francis Frangipane, John Paul Jackson and Paul Cain. In regards to the moniker "Kansas City Prophets" Bickle is quoted as saying: "I hated that name."[3]
Bickle has authored or co-authored numerous books.
The primary focus of his teachings is to prepare the body of Christ for the last stage of human history. His teachings focus on growing in love for God, and encourage living new Testament Christianity. He is most well known for his teachings on Song of Solomon.
- ^ Parrish, John A. for IHOP (May 14, 2007). "IRS Form 990" (PDF). pp. pp. 18. Retrieved 2008-02-03.
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- ^ Hipp, Deb. "Return of the Prophets". Retrieved 2008-02-03.
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