When they sign, they give up all personal rights and privileges. They may even believe signing comes with others benefits such as health and wealth. They are sent by the devil to thwart the advance. A focus on Hoshea, the last king of Israel, makes us realise what the theological problem was which lead to the demise of the Northern Kingdom - they just wanted to be like everyone else. Now a disciple must also be, in a sense, qualified. You do not want to waste your time on folks who simply dont want to or are unwilling to grow. These patterns are still followed throughout the world today, yet some contest their authenticity. 5. 12 Not that I have already obtained it or have already become perfect, but I press on so that I may lay hold of that for which also I was laid hold of by Christ Jesus. Steve Gallagher, Founder of Pure Life Ministries, and Author of numerous books, including Standing Firm Through the Great Apostasy and Intoxicated with Babylon. Even if you choose a less personal method, be careful not to make converts, but rather be vigilant to follow through with discipleship. Where is the best place to find disciples? It was only Marcs reputation for sincerity and integrity that compelled me to lay aside my concerns and take the time to read it. Based on 1 Chron 4:10 5 You know that He appeared in order to take away sins; and in Him there is no sin. (Philippians 3). According to 1 John 2:15-17, can someone love the world and the things of the world and still have the love of the Father in him? They fled. It does not matter what your denominational persuasions, or how, where, or when you fellowship; it is about your spirits yearning to surrender everything for the Pearl of Great Worth. If day by day, we too easily justify our sin by saying, Ill quit when this pack is gone. Glory goes to Satan rather than God. Our commission is to make disciples; Christ said He would build His church. It is so valuable that no one who puts his hand to the plow and looks back is fit for the kingdom. Preach repentance. . . I mean, do you have a disciple whom you personally led to Christ, that you are personally discipling into obedience by sharing your life? We are now Gods possession, no longer bound to our former slave master, Satan, and free to walk in holiness, righteousness, and obedience. So how do we stop this onslaught of the enemy? All else is secondary, and should only be considered inasmuch as it does not detract from the true mission. by Jeff Long | Jan 30, 2022 | Sermons & Talks. You will know them by their fruits. A mentor takes a disciple through a spiritual inventory. The main reason is that we recruit our reserves, but dont give them deployment orders. 24 Now those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. Compassion ministries, evangelism, and community service. Read Mark 8:34-38 and Luke 14:25-33.
When Christians admit their sin, when they ask for forgiveness after failing to show kindness, they often gain respect. The 2nd week I
25 If we live by the Spirit, let us also walk by the Spirit. When we look at Jesus ministry, particularly from the gospel of Luke, we find one of the single most important practices in Jesus life was prayer. Come on those days and be healed, and not on the Sabbath day. 15 Then the Lord answered him, You hypocrites! However, as time went on, they began to see that the masses of Israel were not going to follow Him. . I grew up that way. If the disciple is taught Kingdom DNA (such as the centrality of Gods glory, total obedience, being a doer and not just a hearer, engaging on the mission immediately, everyone a soldier, wartime mindset, listening to God, holy living, Christianity as a way of life, complete freedom from sin, and so on) and sees another practice at church, they will be predisposed to adopt the lesser of the two. In fact, it is a one way ticket to Hell. From there, the man of peace and future generations of disciples will target their sphere of influence, or oikos. However, Satans worst nightmare is about to unfold. Some rooms really dont get clean with one passcarpet stains always come back a few times. We need the power of the Holy Spirit to accomplish this work! So he works to win our allegiance and affections. This presumes that the mentor is likewise obedient; remember, the Kingdom life is about imitating a lifestyle, not memorizing doctrines. In order to initiate a healthy, organically-reproductive discipleship movement, the right spiritual DNA must be established. They may be working, but not on the right mission. For Christ our Passover also has been sacrificed. Matthew 13:44The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field. Typically, evangelicals leverage secular philosophies or psychology that is simply Christianized. Oftentimes spiritual maturity is confused with sanctification. Once a disciple is identified, support your disciple from behind the scenes as they continue the next cycle. For example, in the Gospel of John the Holy Spirit was imparted to the disciples as a clearly distinct event prior to the baptism at Pentecost. The entire world population would be reached in just 33 years, presuming just one disciple per year. We stop short of the true, intended born-again experience. Read Galatians 5:16-20. Then have another disciple in queue within two to three months, preferably two. In verse 19, what did Jesus say happens to trees that do not bear good fruit? Freedom is power, and power leads to Gods glory! I recommend a fast one day per week, specifically to focus on finding a disciple of their own to share in the faith journey. (2 Corinthians 10). However, a clear understanding that the authentic Christian faith results in radical transformationand an understanding that there is no sure thing for the one who is not persevering in faithis foundational to launching a disciple-making movement. The one who says, I have come to know Him, and does not keep His commandments, is a liar, and the truth is not in him; but whoever keeps His word, in him the love of God has truly been perfected. God is mocked by the devil and men. Unfortunately, to clarify what I believe has been a radical departure from the intent of the mystery of the Gospel of the Kingdom, I will do much of the same here. But when he saw the multitudes, he was moved with compassion on them, because they fainted, and were scattered abroad, as sheep having no shepherd. However, if they justify and defend their sin, a stronghold results, grieving the Spirit, granting Satan authority in their life. This is the single most important book I have ever written in my life. Leaven is what actually changes the character of the bread. We should expect people to take time to ask questions and to express doubts. Likewise, teach your disciple how to pray. I urge you to get your concordance out and look up the word repent. There is too much discourse on the subject to treat it in one short chapter. We Recognize No Sovereign but God, and no King but Jesus! Jesus actually didnt teach much about the nature of the church, but much more emphasis was about the nature of the Kingdom of God. Everyone who practices sin also practices lawlessness; and sin is lawlessness. Clearly. Satan once again says indeed has God said? See below. The meeting starts at 10:00 a.m. A description of the wonderful benefits of meeting in homes rather than a special building. I suggest we take three steps back, to the very basics, and practice listening to Gods voice and obeying what we hear. Satan is still permitted to access those dark corners. The reason for the quick turnaround is because the sooner your disciples engage in the mission, the more likely the vision and healthy spiritual DNA will make it to the next generation. The Bible is not the end; it is a means to the end. Now, Im not against any of those things, but they arent necessary for the kingdom to influence this world. . . Again, think about it as a custody battle. In Jesus name. Luke doesnt mention the size of a mustard seed, but Matthew and Mark tell us it is smaller than all the seeds. They more often than not see the paid ministers as responsible for ministry. When they signed the dotted line, we can only wonder if they really counted the cost. A version of this quote was first uttered in 1918 by US Senator Hiram Warren Johnson. So does the freedom from sin grant us eternal life, or is it the holiness derived from the freedom from sin that grants us eternal life? Then burn the list. It also happens to be the truth. Ask them what the Lord is speaking to them. Thats right! 2020 Values-Driven. Pastor Jerry Slate, Jr. A good practice is to skip two mealsgo dinner to dinner or lunch to lunch. Homeschooling with Little Ones: What about Academics? One at first, up to a maximum of about 10. And do the same for your disciples. It does the heart good to remind ourselves that we dont have to work for Gods approval because we are already fully accepted by God in Christ! We are free. With all of the idiosyncrasies of my life, the unbelievers around me are the least offended. In Acts 1:5, what did Jesus call this experience? He compares it to the event that happened to Cornelius and his acquaintances, saying they had received the same gift as the disciples had at the beginning. Therefore, we can trust it to provide clear insight into these matters. Extreme transformation results in a passion for God and fellow man that is unquenchable and leads to works of service, in love. This is a troubling statement. Could He have really meant what He said? http://www.nec.org.au/listen-to-a-sermon-series/kings-series/ The Western perception of what the mission entails has set us back hundreds of years. For others, this is dirt in the eye, an irritation and an offense. Some people who share their faith put on a character. This is for ALL believers. The First John and related passages can reasonably convict us all and grow in us a healthy fear of the Lord. On the contrary, they have divine power to demolish strongholds. I also decided through prayer to do a message on Noah before we go to 2nd Thessalonians. Anything less than full allegiance and radical transformation falls short of glorifying God. There are other important considerations too, most or all of which you will be factoring into your local church's overall mission strategy, such as: Discipleship training Leadership training Evangelism efforts Individual and corporate prayer A strong, anointed worship ministry Pastoral care and counseling Word-of-God ministry, including the children Counseling, mentoring as needed Teaching on giving, tithing Church planting from your church Other ministries, as God leads, Check out our in-depth Kingdom of Heaven/Kingdom of God Bible Study Notes in 3 parts, Christian LivingDoctrine & TheologyEvangelismFaithGifts of the Holy SpiritHealingHearing from GodHoly Spirit | Pentecostal TopicsJesus ChristMinistryPower of GodPrayerSalvationThe ChurchVarious Topics Not Listed ElsewhereVictory over the DevilWord of God. No one who abides in Him sins; no one who sins has seen Him or knows Him. Brethren, even if anyone is caught in any trespass, you who are spiritual, restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness; each one looking to yourself, so that you too will not be tempted (Galatians 6:1). Sometimes just asking, Can I talk with you about Jesus? opens people up. . . Matthew 6:9-15, 13:31-35 We need to expect God to expand our vision and be ready to embrace the call on our lives to do kingdom work. The truth is, our holy and righteous God is somewhat ego-centricand rightfully so. Engage in the mission with your disciple. Interestingly, people already in a state of transition are always the most receptive. Thats the same as holding onto our chains even though the shackles have been released; it is a self-imposed bondage. The Right Attitude for Kingdom Expansion July 08, 2018 | Daniel Lambert. George Washington: It is impossible to rightly govern the world without God and Bible. Can you imagine some of our politicians saying that?!? Church Of God. It is simply a gift for empowerment. Churches that dont share Jesus die. Why do so many professing followers of Christ experience the same problems as the rest of the world? 14 Is anyone among you sick? Don't take a passive approach. Be glorified. These folks are normally seekers, and eagerly digest these things.
We will discuss the Scriptures demonstrating the reality of this scenario throughout the remainder of this dissertation. 12 When Jesus saw her, he called her over and said to her, Woman, you are freed from your disability. 13 And he laid his hands on her, and immediately she was made straight, and she glorified God. In Jesus name. . A movie will be released next month about Noah starring Russell Crowe and so lets be prepared for
16 But if he does not listen to you, take one or two more with you, so that BY THE MOUTH OF TWO OR THREE WITNESSES EVERY FACT MAY BE CONFIRMED. Start with Jesus, and you might be surprised how many people will grant that they are sinners who need a savior. It depends on her repentance. Here Jesus was constantly preaching about the kingdom, and talking about the kingdom, and sending them out to preach about the kingdom, but where was it?! For pastors, gifted leaders, and those born and bred in the institutional environment: dont try to control or suppress the move of the Spirit! I know that many believe that these manifestations of the power of God have ceased. Dont throw in the towel and give up, thinking that nothing is happening! Until we are ready to sign this document, we are not fit to serve in His Kingdom. If this is indeed true, where did He get His power from? We have also interspersed a few other great articles by other notable Christian leaders like John Newton and Charles Spurgeon. delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices, )! Repentance, which cleanses the offender by Christs blood, releases the foothold and restores their right standing with God. Disregard any commentator (which is most of them) who tries to tell you that Scripture means something other than what it actually clearly says. To spread Gods glory over all the Earth. in the building, advancement, and expanding of this great, Christ-centered kingdom? 18 Now where there is forgiveness of these things, there is no longer any offering for sin. Text: Matthew 13:33 They say that a mustard plant was never intended to be a tree. You, in turn, must provide them love and encouragement. Once they have this very basic understanding and have evidenced repentance, take them through the blank piece of paper exercise, demonstrating Jesus as Lord of their life. Grapes are not gathered from thorn bushes nor figs from thistles, are they? Signing this document will lay the foundation for His service, and qualify us to train the reserves for the mission. She is fully condemned and does not deserve grace, but He gives it to her anyway. She is literally at the verge of a painful death, and has absolutely no recourse. The Roman emperors did everything they could to destroy Christianity, but it just kept growing and spreading every year. Without a commitment to the vision (freedom) and the mission (defend and protect), no amount of compensation is worth dying for; but with a sense of duty, honor, and sacrificeno price is too high. In fact, this knowledge-centric practice subjects us to judgment (see James 4:17, Matthew 7:24-27, and James 1:22). And if a sparrow cannot fall to the ground without his notice, is it probable that an empire can rise without His aid? Think of it like a language. However, the reigning ministry models and methods are based on addition, not multiplication. James said, prove yourselves doers of the word, and not merely hearers who delude themselves (James 1:22, see also James 2:17-18). It is the largest religion on the face of the planet! Lord God Almighty, I pray that your glory will cover the whole earth. Methodist. Everything that was and is and ever will be is for God and His glory. Remember that! So every good tree bears good fruit, but the bad tree bears bad fruit. You were created for a time such as this. Gods grace has power to save if we walk by the Spirit. In sharing the faith, like me, you will often fail. Or, There it is! For behold, the kingdom of God is in your midst. The Pharisees assumed the kingdom hadnt come yet. Always, start by fasting and praying. In the Bible, how soon after repentance were people baptized? How many times have we all been disappointed when books didnt match their publicity? But by all means, for those who have a hunger to go from the reserves to the battlefield and meet all the other criteria above, go for it! Where were the crowds of kingdom citizens? Let me ask youor rather, answer the Lord: have you counted the cost? This should not be surprising to us if we read Jesus teachings. If they failed to repent, they would be erased from the Book of Life. . Yet Priscilla, Aquila, and Paul all noticed something lacking (See Acts 18:24-28 and 19:1-7). Providential Hindrances & Kingdom Expansion: . That Magnificent Kingdom Mark 4:21-34 However, we were told in no uncertain terms that the Spirit is sufficient to instruct us (see 1 John 2:27 and John 16:13-15). Featuring a sermon puts it on the front page of the site and is the most effective way to bring this sermon to the attention of thousands including all mobile platforms + newsletter. 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