Bishop Derring was Born again as a youth in 1979. Only six short years after Bishop Derring died and went to Heaven. As a result of complications due to an undiagnosed brain tumor. The Doctors eventually brought Him back to life. Following this life-transforming experience, the Lord God completely healed Bishop through the mighty power of Jesus Christ and His finished work of healing on Calvary. The LORD called Bishop Derring into the ministry shortly following this miracle. Answering the Lord's call, Bishop Derring has occupied the five-fold ministry office of Teacher Since 1998. Ordained and licensed in 2000. Bishop Earned His Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies from the Carolina University of Theology, as well as Masters and a Doctorate in Theology from the Spirit of Truth Bible Institute in 2007. Serving God with his life since 1979 and in ministry since 1998. He is the Founding Bishop of Spirit Fire Ministries.