Realization of the life of the evangelist who conquers the culture
Acts 2:1~13 When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. (1)
Hymn for scheduled worship: Korean/English Hymnal #384 All the Way My Savior Leads Me (#434 in previous version)
Colonized by the Roman Empire, the people of Israel were faced with a difficult situation in the Book of Acts. They were in a critical situation due to frequent wars and social unrest, and the Jewish leaders, the nation of Rome, and the idolatrous culture of Greece persecuted the Early Church and prevented them from preaching the Gospel. Today with the culture of darkness covering the world, the future generations are wandering and those who take part in the Gospel movement are being persecuted. What covenant must we hold on to in order to save the world that is seized by the culture of darkness?
1. We must save the spiritual fundamentals
The one and only way to break down the culture of darkness is Jesus Christ. Jesus came as the Christ to destroy the devil’s work (1 John 3:8), atone for all sins and curses (Mark 10:45), and open the way to meet God (John 14:6). When we grab hold of this truth as the covenant, the Holy Spirit is with us, the blessing of the throne is bestowed, and the kingdom of God comes upon us as the forces of darkness are bound in the field where we are. God will give us the power of the throne and the evidence that Jesus is the Christ and raise us as His witnesses.
2. We must save the culture of the church
The culture of the church is unable to impact the world and is disappearing as the Gospel grows dim. When the people of Israel gathered and worshiped on the day of Pentecost, the works like wind and fire took place (Acts 2:1~6). When they restored worship, God opened the door of evangelism and world missions (Acts 2:9~11). Three thousand disciples arose throughout the nations, and every day the works of saving souls took place in the home, the temple, and in the field (Acts 2:43~47). Worship is the chance to experience the blessing that God bestows upon us. When we restore worship, the culture of the church is revived. Quietly reflect on your worship and look only to God.
3. We must restore the culture of the world
Many believers are worried about the culture of the world and the problems at hand. However, because God is with us, nothing will pose as a problem. If we enjoy the guidance of the Holy Spirit, healing and miracles that the world cannot comprehend will take place (Acts 3:1~12) and disciples will be raised all throughout the regions and the evangelism movement will arise. Whenever the people of God restored the covenant, the culture of Egypt, Rome and Babylon crumbled. When we are raised as witnesses before God, the culture of the world will change.
The mystery with which we can save the church and the world is Jesus Christ alone. Hold on to the name of Jesus Christ and begin praying to experience the working of the Holy Spirit. 2012 New Year’s Message Lecture 1 / 2011.12.31