Collective Authority & The Whole Armor of God (7/7/21)

[ ] Topic: Part 1 :Why have we relinquished our collective authority?

Luke 4:31-37 &

1 Corinthians 12:20-27 .

Part 2: Where has our armor gone?Ephesians 6:10-20 , Titus 2:11-15 , Genesis 32:22-30.

Overview : Emphasis on Jesus Preaching & Miracles

(1)▪︎Luke 4:31-37

》》 When & Where was it that we've forgotten the authority that we have through Christ?

》》Verse 34 : "Us" implies a familiarity with the unclean spirit. The unclean spirit spoke with authority on behalf of the man it possessed.

》》Definition of the word vice.

Vice: 1) (Noun) immoral or wicked behavior

2) a weakness of character or behavior; a bad habit.

Synonyms of the word vice essentially outline what is outside the characteristics and will of God.

》》 We've become too comfortable with our vices & of those around us , not realizing they're hindering us from moving in that authority.

》》We've got social awareness, yet how do we cultivate and nurture spiritual awareness & maturity ?

Overview: Unity & Diversity

(2)▪︎1 Corinthians 12:20-27

》》If we're not on one accord , regardless of what we may think we're offering ;there is lack . The prideful spirit must be cast out. The Church needs to honor what was done within us in isolation , but realize that isolation is not where the promises of God ends for us.

》》We're able to come together in tragedy without question,now is the time to move together collectively in glory.

》》 Honoring the relationship and heart of who Christ is in our lives is, through the word is imperative. We must act collectively as well.

Part 2:

(3)▪︎Ephesians 6:10-20

》》We're meant to remind ourselves of the reason for the WHOLE armor of God daily. We're called to be set apart for a reason. The world offers enticement in a number of areas , yet is it worth risking the salvation of not only ourselves, but our Brother's & Sisters in Christ?.

》》 Continue to move with integrity & proclaim the works of the Lord wholeheartedly. We're often reminded that we might be the one remnant of the word of God & his love that someone might have in their lives. We're all in individual battles, yet when we move on one accord & bombard Heaven with our praises in the midst of the chaos ; what do you think our authority can do? We must surrender yet move accordingly.

(4)▪︎Titus 2:11-15

》》Emphasize verse 15 : " Speak these things, exhort,and rebuke with all AUTHORITY. Let no one despise you"

(5)▪︎ Genesis 32:22-30

From Jacob 》》Israel = Intentional surrender & authority .

We may be weary , yet as a community we shall not waver in Our authority. We proclaim that we will be Steadfast in our walk with the Lord and we give glory even now for the promises we know shall come to pass in His perfect will and timing;because that is the mighty God we serve!.. ....