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Understanding the Call to the Victorious Church
The message conveyed in the recent Give Him 15 episode emphasizes a bold awakening for the church to recognize its destiny on Earth. Many believers confine their understanding of faith to a personal relationship with Christ and the individual act of salvation. However, as shared by guest speaker Greg Hood, the church's true assignment transcends individual piety; it's about operating as a community—an 'eklesia'—to expand the Kingdom of God on Earth. The understanding of our role is foundational for awakening the church to its victorious nature.
In 'The Victorious Church | Give Him 15: Daily Prayer with Dutch', the discussion dives into the vital role of the church in shaping the Kingdom on Earth, exploring key insights that sparked deeper analysis on our end.
Distinguishing Religion from the Kingdom
A crucial insight drawn from the discussion is the need to distinguish between mere religious practices and the Kingdom mandate given to us through Yeshua. While we often hear phrases like "plunder hell, populate heaven," they can oversimplify a more comprehensive purpose. Our assignment is to enact God's will on Earth, bridging the unseen divine authority with tangible action and influence within our communities.
Prepared for Battle: Understanding the Struggle
As we navigate through our spiritual journey, it’s important to remember that resistance is inherent in the expansion of the Kingdom. Greg Hood reminds us of Ephesians 6, urging us to stand firm. We must prepare for counterattacks as we engage in this divine conflict. This acknowledgment fosters resilience among believers, pushing against complacency and stirring a fervent spirit of activism. Recognizing this battlefield empowers us to engage fully in spiritual warfare.
The Power of Unity as the 'Eklesia'
Today's church often operates through a lens of individualism, forgetting that the eklesia—by definition—refers to a community of believers gathered for a purpose. This collective understanding is vital as it guides the church's actions and decisions towards broader societal impacts. The powerful notion that we fight together for both spiritual victories and earthly governance is transformative, compelling believers to step out of comfort zones into positions of influence.
The Authority of the Believer: More Than Conquerors
The premise that we are 'more than conquerors' through Christ invites a profound realization that our victories are collective rather than individual. Greg Hood's analogy of Manny Pacquiao captures this beautifully; while he fights in the ring, it is his wife who benefits from his victories without the struggles he endures. Likewise, we share in Christ's triumph not just through personal achievements but through the glory of His redemptive work, establishing His reign on Earth.
What Lies Ahead: Future Insights
As we move forward, understanding this victorious mandate places us at a pivotal junction. The church is called not only to equip believers but to mobilize them into sectors of society where they can legislate and reflect God's Kingdom. This requires a mentality shift—no longer are we solely waiting for signs and miracles; we are actively invoking them through our unity and collective authority.
In reflection of the revelations shared during the Give Him 15 session, we must embrace a posture of prayer and decree, focusing on our identity as an eklesia and the authority given to us. The church must boldly declare its role in shaping the narrative of our communities and nations, heralding the reality of Heaven on Earth.
To learn more about this transformative perspective, I urge you to consider exploring Greg Hood’s book, Ancient Evils, Present Day Manifestations, Volume 1, The Rise of the Eklesia. Discover how the timeless principles continue to resonate today and shape our journey ahead. Together, let's become the victorious church Christ intended us to be.
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