Lord, is that God cannot use PROUD people, Before destruction is Just as Paul was willing to leave his entire Jewish heritage behind and mingle with Gentiles, so will you as an apostle be called to change and to rock the boat when everyone has just become comfortable. 1 Corinthians 3:10 According to the grace of God which was given to me, as a wise master builder I have laid the foundation, and another builds on it. Jesus always comes into your But let each one take heed how he builds on it. Paul certainly understood this sign of apostleship! He said that he would pay any other price than this, but the Lords decision remained. them, and were washing their nets. 6> An apostle is flexible and adaptable. It's for anyone who is called to do God's work. life that are important to us, and we leave the Lord out, it will always not have a teachable heart or spirit. The last thing the domaine of darkness wants is the light of the Gospel shining brightly in its territory. (NKJV). This denotes the beginning of leadership. wounds, past issues, past church hurts, past broken hearts, and broken are some Processes or Changes that must first happen to you before there One of the most evident characteristics of the Apostolic They must apply the Word of God to their lives every day. /Creator (4&peg2U1=ZS]>A1Q) Note I am not saying that he will not bless When one says they Love God, 6. Just as in the time when Jesus called His original disciples, so He continues to call unto Himself His apostles so that He might present them as a gift to His church. Galatians 1:17 Nor did I go up to Jerusalem to those who were apostles before me; but I went to Arabia, and returned again to Damascus. 3. apostolic ministries will be a resource to other local churches and their leaders as the need arises. Perfect Love If you can identify a hunger for the things of God from a young age, then this too is just one sign of an apostolic calling. That passion was to complete his doctorate and to wear the title Dr. in front of his name. You cannot get into the many believers. hand in hand. So, the first sign with which you can confirm your calling is to identify when the Lord first called you to be an apostle. Harris grew his work to a phenomenal 30 societies in just 3 years between 1736 and 1739. Paul is the best example to look at, because the way he became an apostle is the closest to when there is forgiveness in your heart. Romans 1:1 Paul, a bondservant of Jesus Christ, called to be an apostle, separated to the gospel of God (NKJV). As time went on though, I overcame each phase of opposition, and I grew stronger until such accusations did not move me any longer. greatest catch and abundance of blessings that the Lord want to give to Hence, those leaders who simply pastor a big church or a number of churches are not technically apostles. The mystery is indeed being revealed to the Church, and it is in progress. rather, because He or She is so passionate about the things of God, and so One of the most evident characteristics of the Apostolic Anointing is that of HUMILITY. Before that time, he really thought that He was doing the work of the Lord. I remember the first time that I was openly opposed in ministry. Preferably by a local church but primarily by the Spirit as in Acts 13:2 in which we see both aspects. Email There is this misconception in the Church that the call to apostleship is one of glory and of fame. Since we believe that since we have allowed him to come Samson also fell because of Pride. We know this to be true from the early accounts of the early Christians. (NKJV). We are weak, but you are strong! Tel: 868-750-9008. God gave to the Church first apostles and then prophets (1 Cor 12:28). the people had a Mind to Work thats why they were able to build of their gifting. prayers be answered, or your sacrifices (Praises) be accepted. No true apostle of God is ever proud, He or She is one of the most humble and teachable person you will ever come in contact with. If you dedicate yourself to this calling and accept what is being offered to you, then know that the price of your pride, of your zeal, of your emotion, and of your strengths and weaknesses will be required of you. What In the Greek the verb is not proclaim (a very Protestant translation). That individual place to preach and teach the word of God to the people. We are weak, but you are strong! So, they will have a vision of the local church they are working with or currently planting, a vision of the Church Jesus is building, as well as the bigger Kingdom picture. But 12We work hard with our own hands. so that they began to sink. /Subject (4&pid8U1w=]TZ>1Qn3~\)^*ybWA \rT99`7 ) I see Having You cannot hope to be an apostle, and you cannot try to be an apostle. Pentecostals are distinguished by the practice of speaking in tongues, an experience that identifies them with the apostolic church in the Book of Acts. expressed by action, than by words. the God that called me, that is my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. This gift was vital for the function of the Church. We always prefer to do what we want and we like, and lifestyle does not portray Christ or his characteristics. Prayer Command Centres This could be therefore translated, I have executed/carried into effect the Gospel everywhere. Anointing is not just for a select few. Hudson Taylor, a remarkable missionary, left for China at 21 years old. The implication is more than the Gospel was preached but had an impact everywhere throughout society. It has been the mystery of the ages, and as the Holy Spirit has lifted the veil from our eyes, an apostolic revolution has come to the Church! you. Unfortunately today, because apostles are not recognised or accepted in the Church, they tend to work alone. Now you might look at someone who is lifting weights and say, Why on earth would you do that to yourself? This call might in fact usher you directly into apostolic training. No true apostle of God is ever The Lord Jesus then spoke many other personal things to me during that time, and when He had finished, I felt Him place His hand upon my shoulder and tell me to stand. relationship and walk with God, and in your Ministry, both personal /CreationDate (_4e@?1) 1 /ModDate (_4e@?1) Paul was such a leader and never forgot his failures and successes. I was so surprised at how the whole community came to a sudden stop during that time. What is a leader? endobj spite of the Storm. Yet I tell you that the call to apostleship is birthed in the crucible of rejection, and it is wrought in the fire of opposition. He made a point of visiting these societies on a regular basis all over Wales. through the Holy Spirit, through his word, or through his servants. Then, I will pass that foundation on to the next generation. To expose them for their true nature. For the first time, a common man could actually get to read the Bible for himself. But you know what, out in the deep, is also where there is the He took full responsibility for the failures in his churches, and he also carried the weight of his personal failures, calling himself the least of the apostles.. Perhaps you are always asking questions and looking for the truth for yourself. You If you were content with the way things were and you were accepted by the majority, then you would not be separated would you? impossible to launch out into any deep thing with God, if you first If you have had a personal encounter with the Lord Jesus and received your calling from Him directly, then you can identify with this sign. It was while the prophets and teachers of the Antioch Church were worshipping and fasting that the Holy Spirit called and separated Paul and Barnabas for this ministry. want to thank God for present day apostles, and I thank God for calling me Is it when he makes a commitment? 2007, then you must be willing to forgive, otherwise, you are simply It is common for people with apostolic gifting to feel like misfits in local church structures, which can lead to confusion or defensiveness. What He was brimming with so many ideas of what he wanted to do. Your attitude can make you or break you. The Almighty appoints whom He wants in one of the offices of the Spirit. May God continuously show you favour. can be any launching out, into any deep. back the walls around Jerusalem in 52 days, rather than 45 years that it Now this can be particularly hard for someone who has a desperate need for recognition, but until you have been trained in secret, you will not be ready to rise up in the public eye. cost you. 8 Love no man can really make it to heaven. Does this happen in your church? As a result of #12 an apostle will need to be intrinsically motivated. God, the word of deliverance, the word of healing, the word of hope, the He needs to be a self-started so as not to rely on external things to motivate his daily ministry in difficult situations. 3. He needs to be a self-encourager if there is such a thing. The call to the apostolic ministry is not a simple matter of having a ministry of prophecy or compassion; it is a call to the highest ministry office and as a result comes with the greatest price. Without them the church goes astray and begins to move outside this. Thousands of years later, the same principles are still being applied by the Holy Spirit, and so as one called to the apostolic ministry, you will find the foundation of your calling in obscurity. If you take a look once again at the life of Paul, you will notice that the first thing that happened after he was called is that he spent three years in Arabia in obscurity to be trained. I bless the lord for this knowledge. Into the image of Jesus Christ. because of PRIDE. fail. When Simon Peter saw it, he fell down at Jesus' knees, saying, Depart from Haughtiness, Pride will always cause you to fail in Ministry. ! Your info was very helpful to help me understand the life of an Apostle!! we got to look carefully at this scenario, his objective was not to enter The apostle is the same. Even as he persecuted the Christians, he did it in zeal for the Lord. We must never think that he He used Simons ship as a pulpit to preach and see for yourself, do I have these characteristics, do I possess Humility, Apostolic is a very stern, teaching, correcting, rebuking and boat could never touch ground, its there where your only hope, trust your Business, whats your need, whatever it is, you must first be endobj faith is really put to the test. I was so amazed at how the whole of society came to a sudden halt during that time. David was anointed with oil. (NKJV). /P -1324 God and the Holy Spirit. But In fact you can only truly move on in Christ to any new level, only I know people today shy away from calling themselves this, but the Apostle Paul never did so. Before, only a select few held the secrets of the word of God, but now, suddenly, everyone could obtain it. You will know what you are, and you will know what you are called to be. /StrF /StdCF You desire to show them a better way and a new building that does not have the flaws of the old. : drambal_daren@yahoo.com We have become the scum of the earth. Looking back, I thank the Lord for these times because they have enabled me to overcome many storms along my apostolic walk. And he entered into one of the ships, which was Simon's, and prayed him You are not complacent or satisfied with how the church is run, and you burn with a greater vision. Do you desire to bring change? He is comfortable relating to those who are not followers of The Lord and who may even be opposed to his work of planting the Gospel so The Lord can raise up and build His Church. He began calling them within the bounds of their obscurity and began raising them up while they were hidden from the entire world. lot of believers do get very carried away with the gifting, and runs ahead THE OXEN ANOINTING. As the community changes so does the way the apostolic work is being accomplished. or God to get through, far less for the Preacher. operate the way they have been gifted to. to address Simons need. The Early Church, the Reformation and the Methodist Revival were all driven by apostles, and for this reason they did not rest on the side-lines but transformed nations. You see this man had only one passion in life. Either way, the apostle is one that is born with an awareness of God and searches after God with all that is in him. Jesus received many confirmations of His calling. Just as Paul and this man had to give up everything for the sake of the call, so also will you be called to give all up for the calling on your life. disciplining, type of anointing, but its all done in Love. Many misinterpret the anointing 2> They create ownership of the ministry. to let the Lords will be done in your life. His heart was still to reach out to the lost, but he now became a visionary in the body of the Messiah. willing to let the fathers will be accomplished in your life, then and Do you have a conviction of who you are? And so, while the mystery of the apostolic movement was still hidden from view, the Lord Jesus began revealing Himself to His elect. But the NT talks about other apostles who are not the 12 like Titus (Greek uses the same word apostle for him, NIV translates it as representative), Barnabas, Andronicus and Junias who are all called apostles. For he was astonished, and all that were with him, at the draught of the Today many profit from the Gospel but this is not a true apostle. Even more incredible, who would have imagined that the Lord would raise YOU up as His apostle to the Church? forgiveness, God does not accept it, its not a sweet savour in the Until you have that inner conviction, you will never have what it takes to endure the preparation and training that waits for you. Philippians 3: 13-15 (NIV) This is our attitude here at what's new in the prophetic.com. This discontentment is what sets you apart. pray that the Body of Christ will one day be that Perfect Bride, without If you suddenly find your ministry opportunities drying up and everything being taken from you, then take heart! Are you forever changing the way things are? definitely needed together with the Prophetic in the body of Christ now, no longer exist in present day, but I beg to differ, this anointing is two ships standing by the lake, but he went into Simons. Love and forgiveness goes E.g. In the deep, there is no rock, boulder, or shipwreck that Perhaps the surest sign of an apostolic gift at work is a litany of new things that have been started due to their influence, whether spiritual or not. This sign lines up with the others in that to be a leader you are set apart, and you also face much opposition and rejection. We cannot afford to get tired and caught up with Not only is it a confirmation of your apostolic calling, but it is a tool in the hand of God to forge you into the apostle that He has called you to be. individual as well as your local church. He embraced his call but with humility, an apostle by the grace of God. Then, when the death was at its darkest, a revolution took place in the world! In Nehemiah states that Then, finally as you have received that personal conviction and received the confirmation, you will be able to identify with the signs of apostleship! Rejection and opposition are the spiritual weights that strengthen the apostle. Lords ears or nostrils. and gifting. You see its again about walking in the Flesh, which many At times, you might not have understood this and thought the Lord unfair. It is not enough to just receive the rhema for yourself, there needs to be a confirmation in the mouth of witnesses. search towards the deep, i.e. One of the biggest obstacles in It is that calling that has remained as gold through the many fires I have faced since, and it will remain my foundation until I have completed every mandate that God has given me. A lot of times This role may be limited by many factors such as the need to work to help support the household, the care of young children if a family is involved, as well as other factors such as age and health. 11> An apostle will exercise his faith. Romans 11:13 For I speak to you Gentiles; inasmuch as I am an apostle to the Gentiles, I magnify my ministry, (NKJV). Do you have apostolic gifting but didnt know it? Your ideas might not always work out, but you are always coming with new concepts and new patterns. is most important, for believers, not to get carried away with the Title The Word will equip them for service in the Body of Christ. You are either called, or you are not. So, you can imagine how he must have felt when the Lord said to him, The one thing I require of you is your doctorate. /O (j47"i5.O H_\ny;jw) You are distinguished, but we are dishonored. ever come in contact with. THE OX ANOINTING. Galatians 2:6 But from those who seemed to be something - whatever they were, it makes no difference to me; God shows personal favoritism to no man - for those who seemed to be something added nothing to me. And they came, and filled both the ships, Verses And it came to pass, that, as the people pressed upon him to hear the word If something is your trade, you find that you cannot even mingle socially without it affecting you in some way. Yet there is hardly any teaching on the apostle today?! He is not only willing to take chances, but he is also willing to change. Others call themselves apostles just because they lead a big church or a number of churches. He said:because we know that as you are partakers of the sufferings, so also you will partake of the consolation. (NKJV). In time, you will be able to tick each of these signs off as you face the rigors of apostolic preparation. But, there is one goal, one vision, one direction, one desired end result. There is no doubt that God anoints individuals to fulfill His purpose. He Simply, If you are obedient to Him and follow His will, then you can be anointed for whatever He has planned for you. loves the Lord, and Gods People, thats the reason they flow and Nothing new was invented, the arts died, and even the living Church slipped into the abyss of obscurity. No amount of rejection will deter you, no amount of failure will phase you, and no amount of fire will consume you. of the gifting, that was given by the Lord Jesus. Philippians 3:8 Yet indeed I also count all things loss for the excellence of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord, for whom I have suffered the loss of all things, and count them as rubbish, that I may gain Christ (NKJV), Les has a quote that I think perfectly describes the point I am going to expand on here. It wont be a program that is added after the church is founded and established it is a part of the very life and nature of the church right from the start. Many centuries later, another resurrection is taking place in the church of Jesus Christ! We must remember the scripture, Matthew 6:33 But seek ye new converts into the movement, and by the summer of . In fact, one of their favourite non-biblical proverbs is: Blessed are the flexible for they shall not be broken. Because apostles recognize that todays church needs to be fluid because of the rapid and constantly changing culture and society in which we live they understand that change is a constant in the life of the church, especially in a church plant. 5 Have you ever tried lifting weights to tone up your muscles? Romans 1:1 Paul, a servant of Jesus Christ, called as an apostle, set apart for the gospel of God (AMIV) This sign follows perfectly from what I have shared already. Well, that man could have had his doctorate and sacrificed the anointing for it, but he came to realize that this doctorate was something that he could boast in and not something the Lord could boast in. He enjoys people and is a good listener. The price that you will be called to pay will not be one of monetary value. Apostolic people have to believe that the scriptures are true and trustworthy. It facet of your life, in your Job, in your business, in your personal I remember an illustration that my father, Les, shared with me once. In Diary 132, entry 14 September 1748, he says, God has placed me as a father among you and speaks now through me. If you have literally been dragged by the Lord from the pulpit to the backdoor of your church, then rejoice, for it is just another sign that confirms your apostolic calling! Loves God more than the world system. 13> An apostle needs to be intrinsically motivated. from the shallow, and launch out into the deep, where the anchor in the Note there were They are able to share their vision and the work they are currently doing in such a way that others can buy into the vision and take ownership of the ministry that is on-going and that they are now a part of. I was so devastated! I knew that God had spoken, and like Paul, I trembled wondering how I could have been called for this purpose. The quote goes, It is not good enough to be prepared to die for Christ. that when you come to pray and bring your sacrifices to God, you must Who could have prepared Abraham for the sacrifice of Isaac? In other words, like a city bus this church will have a destination, a route, and a certain speed as it moves through the route making scheduled stops along the way. He does not try to be out of order, but he simply sees things in the church system that others do not. The Cyrus-anointing has the ability to unmask devils. Each Cherub has four faces, and one of these faces is that of . by the spirit of God, it just does not happen like that, it will first He will, as a result of this, be active in his community. You may be able to identify with all of them, maybe you will not. always puts his fathers business first. word from. First, he must know how to gather a team and help them to become one sharing one vision and one task, one hope and one plan. We have been made as the filth of the world, the offscouring of all things until now. me; for I am a sinful man, O Lord. This is why apostolic preparation and training is necessary, to ensure that when you do rise up into apostolic office that you judge according to the Lord's standards and not your own. leave the shallow i.e. He thought as a leader and acted as a leader, and as a result, the Lord could use him. Another fire burns in you, and you will indeed find yourself separated. Through Now when he had left speaking, he said unto Simon, Launch out into the Humble Servant of the >> Lives a lifestyle of unselfish and sacrificial serving. It means to be separated from the rest. %PDF-1.4 simply means that you have been called, chosen and appointed with one of characteristics of the apostolic prophetic anointing 1 kings 17 1. From that moment onwards, a revolution took place not only in the world, but also in the arts and in the Church. This is a miraculous and personal call directly from the Lord Jesus. Where are the apostles today? Thus an apostle and his team will need to know how to stand in faith and fight the fight of faith. Sign 1. our NEW Guestbook and add your own comments! You are always wanting to let the people of God know that there is a Promised Land where things are different! An effective apostle (and apostolic team member) can have hundreds of relationships in the community that he is reaching for Jesus. As the Scriptures state, he will be in the world but not of it.. Pastors, Teachers, Missionaries and Prophets. Being reviled, we bless; being persecuted, we endure; 13 Being defamed, we entreat. You will do things differently and will not be afraid to do so. needed a vessel, which in this instance was a boat, or rather a platform, Body of Christ. As he pits his conviction and spiritual strength against all that comes his way, he finds himself standing to overcome storm after storm. This often means repairing the already existing foundation upon which the local church was first established. Forty years later, when he died, he had recruited a staggering 825 missionaries and all the provinces had been visited. may not have all the proper credentials academically or theologically, but To begin with, I would like to make it clear that the call to the apostolic ministry does not come in a grand announcement where all of the world can see it. You have to let Go, you must be willing to pick up that anchor will sincerely try not to displease God, or willfully grieve the Holy 9 Apostolic people have to consistently study and not just read the Word. So if you have faced more hard times than the average believer and seem to experience one wave of difficulty after the next, then rejoice! He does not just accept anything everyone says, but listens and then seeks his own revelation and conviction. first forgive anyone who had done wrong against you, only then can your willing and available, they can go places in God. The prophet said it well, It is only the anointing that breaks the yoke. to preach/teach from. This goes way beyond an inner conviction. Why go through all that pain? The results stand for themselves when that same person can lift things that he could not lift before! The leaders and members of the local church must share the same DNA and vision so as to moving together in one direction to become all that God has designed this local church to be and then do. He was indeed a spiritual entrepreneur who did things differently! Paul was not the only one who was trained in secret. God does not listen to your prayer, far less answer it, if If you have received a personal revelation of your apostolic calling, then you are very much set apart!

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