Synergy and the Answer of 25

2023.07.30 District Message
Scripture Reading: Genesis 12:2-3


The word “synergy” comes from “syn,” meaning “together,” and “energy.” It refers to the power of working together — the strength that comes from unity. Through the 25 answers, we can achieve this synergy. You must carefully refer to the messages from the recent Remnant Leader Retreat. You should also pray together regarding this matter.

▣ Introduction: Bartizan (Watchman)

Let us take a closer look.

1. Covenant – Life, Work (Covenant)
God has given us the covenant. This must become the bartizan in your work, studies, and life. If your bartizan is built upon something else, you won’t even understand why answers are not coming. This is what we call the Covenant.

2. Disaster (Vision)
Secondly, our remnants must be able to see the disaster zones. You must have a bartizan within you that saves the disaster zones and overcomes the forces of darkness. This is what we call Vision. This vision must always be within your prayer. When this is established, answers will naturally come — regardless of immediate circumstances. The seven remnants in the Bible discovered this because they saw the disaster zones, and as a result, they found answers and were never shaken. In simpler terms, Jesus took His disciples to Mt Olive and, over 40 days, revealed everything — the coming destruction of Israel, the timing of Rome’s downfall, and more. Therefore, there was no reason for them to be shaken.

3. 24·25·Eternity (Dream)
Within this covenant and vision, there is the “24” that you live and breathe each day. From there, the “25” follows, and then comes eternity. This is not something that appears and disappears — this is what we call the Dream. This dream is different from worldly ambitions. God’s covenantal dream must be certain — 24. We must help our remnants firmly hold onto this. If your 24 is secured, the 25 will naturally come. As a result, your studies and work will remain as part of eternity. The seven remnants’ dreams were eternal — not temporary. For example, “On the day you put the blood of the lamb on your doorposts, you will be delivered.” That is eternal.

4. Authority of the Air (Ephesians 2:2) (Image)
Fourth, there is another answer given to our remnants. The forces of darkness have completely seized control of the authority of the air (Ephesians 2:2). These are the ones creating smartphones, metaverse platforms, and so on.

Universe
We, together with our remnants, must open the era to save those who control this authority of the air — the universe era. How? By using God’s power of creation. This is what we call the Image. Just pray as it is. For remnants, even praying a little when they wake up and before they sleep brings works of God. Why? Because while prayer during the day is important, the moments in the morning and at night are especially crucial, when your soul connects deeply with the throne.

In fact, a brain researcher once said that studying for 30 minutes right before sleep is more effective than studying for eight hours during the day. In the same way, when our remnants pray for just 10, 20, or 30 minutes before sleeping, the world can change.

5. Throne – Masterpiece (Practice)
Finally, this is very important. Heavenly power is the power that comes down from heaven, Thronely power is the power that comes from the throne, and Eternal power is the everlasting strength. These three are very significant. And this year’s theme is “Thronely.” With the power that flows from the throne, we create masterpieces. How? Through prayer.

Many people underestimate prayer, but prayer is the answer. Why? Because what is imprinted in you determines everything. Your thoughts are the answer. Your spiritual level is the answer. That’s why prayer is the answer. This is what we call Practice.

When we combine these five points from the introduction, we get CVDIP. This is the message given to remnant leaders so that they may enjoy this in prayer and receive answers. But this also applies to adults — if you continue to pray holding onto this covenant, works of God will arise. Otherwise, you’ll waste your life running errands for unbelievers and even for Satan.

Do not worry — hold firmly to this covenant and begin praying now. That’s why I urgently tell you: 24. Then works will happen. Our remnants must absolutely hold onto the covenant and stand victorious.

▣ Main Message

1. Many people
When this happens, you’ll be able to save many people even without trying. Why? Because answers will come. Isaac harvested a hundredfold in a single year. When others blocked his wells, God gave him new springs. When competitors envied and attacked him, God gave him a spacious land called Rehoboth. Why? Because God fulfills His plan for world evangelization. So stop doing other things — start enjoying this 24 power from the introduction. From now on. Receive true answers and you’ll be able to save many.

2. Three answers
Secondly, when you have this power, you will experience three specific answers:

1) WITH
You receive the answer of God being with you. There is nothing greater than this.

2) Immanuel
You receive the answer of Immanuel in your field, in your church, and in your work.

3) Oneness
Even when good things and bad things seem to happen, God combines them all together into oneness and turns them into answers. This is the blessing you will receive.

3. [ 24 ] Prayer / Word
From here, something begins to happen: you naturally enter into 24 prayer, and the Word of God becomes alive and active in you. When remnants begin to enjoy 24 prayer, they will overcome anywhere. There’s no need to worry about studies — victory is guaranteed.

Do not be deceived by lies anymore. When remnants hold onto the Word and prayer 24/7, they are safe wherever they are. Just enjoy and wait. And then what happens?

1) Together (Works)
This blessing is “God is with me,” meaning the Word and prayer naturally bring God’s works. “The Word of the Lord came to Moses” — that’s the end. “The Word of the Lord came to Jeremiah” — that settles it.

2) Fulfillment
Then, the Word is bound to be fulfilled.

3) Witness
Then, without trying, you become a witness. You must hold onto this and pass it on to your remnants. To what extent? Even unbelievers will see you and say, “God is truly alive. God is with you in your work.” That’s it.

When Potiphar saw Joseph, he said, “This man is filled with the Spirit of the Lord.” He also testified, “The Lord is with you.” Not only that, but “The Lord is with you in everything you do.”

If you simply enjoy this (introduction), everything comes. Don’t be deceived — isn’t this wonderful? When you enjoy this, you receive health, answers, and everything else. Many people hold onto the wrong things and work so hard unnecessarily, but there is no need to struggle. Enjoy this (introduction), and everything follows.

It’s frustrating to see so many people clinging to unbelievers’ teachings like “If you try, you can do it,” when in reality, there are things that cannot be done by human effort. If remnants accept these wrong teachings, they’ll let go of the covenant and hold onto the wrong things instead.

Bartizan (Watchman)

Remnants, never be deceived. The covenant never changes. You must rise from within it. This (introduction) must become your bartizan. Only then can you serve as a watchman. Without a bartizan, a watchman has nowhere to shine the light, no matter how skilled they are.

The Word of God must become your bartizan. You must firmly establish a vision to overcome disasters. From there, you will naturally begin to enjoy your Dream — the 24, 25, and eternity blessings. After this, only two things remain:

1. You gain the strength to overcome the forces of darkness.
2. You begin to see the universe era opening.

Finally, we create masterpieces through the power of the throne. Nothing else can accomplish world evangelization.

▣ Conclusion

Let us conclude. Ultimately, Jesus summarized everything like this:

[ 1 Christ, 3 Kingdom, 8 Holy Spirit ]
The resurrected Christ. Verse 3 speaks of God’s Kingdom. Verse 8 speaks of the Holy Spirit: “You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you, and you will be my witnesses to the ends of the earth.”

John 14:26 [ All Things ]
When this (introduction) bartizan is firmly established within you, the Holy Spirit will remind you of all things as you pray.

John 16:13
John 16:13 says the Spirit will guide you into all truth, making you realize all things. Therefore, there’s no need to worry about the future. Even when problems arise in someone else’s work, God gives you insight into the future and provides answers. This is certain.

Before we began building, I first received the answer of the three courtyards — the 237, the healing, and the summit courtyards. That’s all we need to do. The world is preparing for this on a global scale, and if our church prepares well, we’ll be able to help many people. Eventually, your work will itself become the three courtyards — where the 237 nations come, receive healing, and rise as summits.

We must also pray for our nation. Sadly, the government and civil systems are too slow and underdeveloped. Unlike advanced nations, we don’t even have proper immigration policies. Foreign talents come but cannot stay. Japan, for example, draws skilled workers from other countries and has policies to retain them — they do this well. America, despite restrictions on illegal immigration, was founded on immigration policies. That’s why it became a leading nation.

I personally gave up my U.S. green card. I received it just three months after applying, and when I returned it, the U.S. government already knew everything about me. I told them I live in Korea, and they confirmed it. Pastor Jung Eun-Ju and I decided together to return our green cards because we didn’t want to keep lying every time we traveled to the U.S. for missions.

America manages immigration wisely. But in Korea, it’s the opposite — we lack the systems to keep global talents here. Families can’t even stay together, and many foreigners give up. This is one of the reasons we’re falling behind, and it’s heartbreaking. Without fixing this, how can we expect to fulfill world evangelization? We need prayer and action.

The answer is simple. If you pray properly during worship, God’s works will arise. If you hold firmly to God’s Word and covenant, His power will manifest. I bless you in the name of Jesus Christ that today will be a day of blessing and a day of the Lord.

Prayer. God, we thank You. Today, may the works of Your Word arise in every region and every district. May Your works also arise in every school and in every place of work. In the name of Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.

God’s Good Purpose in You

Philippians 2:13. For it is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill his good purpose.


Who are the workers God is looking for? They are those whose hearts are pure, whose motives are sincere, and whose desires are aligned with the heart of God. They have no selfish ambitions or hidden agendas of their own. Their lives are not driven by personal plans, wealth, recognition, or human approval. Instead, they live entirely for the purpose of God, longing to see His will fulfilled on earth as it is in heaven.

Such workers constantly seek God’s will in every circumstance, both great and small. In times of abundance or in seasons of lack, their hearts are fixed on Him. Because they trust His perfect plan, they live by faith—walking confidently into the unknown, knowing that God goes before them. Wherever they go, their lives bear fruit, saving lives, because the Spirit of God works through them. They willingly surrender their own desires, laying them down at the feet of the Father, and they submit themselves fully to His purpose:

Whoever has my commands and keeps them is the one who loves me. The one who loves me will be loved by my Father, and I too will love them and show myself to them” (John 14:21).

The workers God desires are single-minded in their devotion to the kingdom of God. They are innocent and pure-hearted, yet they walk with spiritual wisdom and discernment. They are humble before God and man, yet they are bold in declaring the gospel and standing for truth. Though the world may misunderstand them, they possess an inner strength and courage that cannot be shaken because it flows from the presence of God within them.

No matter the challenges they face, their perspective remains hopeful and anchored in God’s covenant. They maintain a positive outlook in all situations, not because life is easy, but because they know the One who wills, acts, and fulfills (Philippians 2:13). Since they pursue God’s plans above their own, they live with deep assurance and confidence, knowing His purposes cannot fail.

At the core of their identity, above all else, these workers love God with every part of who they are and all that they have:

Jesus replied: ‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’ This is the first and greatest commandment” (Matthew 22:37-38).

It is this love that compels them to act. Every decision they make, every step they take, and every sacrifice they endure flows out of their love for God. Nothing they do for the sake of the gospel feels heavy or burdensome, because their strength does not come from themselves but from the Lord who sustains them. They labor gladly, pouring themselves out for the kingdom, knowing that their work is never in vain when it is done for Christ (1 Corinthians 15:58).

Their obedience also produces a deep and lasting joy. Those who walk in step with God’s will experience a peace the world cannot give and a joy that circumstances cannot take away:

If you keep my commands, you will remain in my love, just as I have kept my Father’s commands and remain in his love. I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete” (John 15:10-11).

They are confident in prayer, knowing God hears them and delights to answer according to His perfect will. They understand God’s deepest desire—the salvation of souls—and they dedicate their lives to advancing His kingdom and His righteousness. Like Paul, their greatest passion is to see lives transformed by the gospel and the name of Christ exalted in every nation:

However, I consider my life worth nothing to me; my only aim is to finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me—the task of testifying to the good news of God’s grace.” (Acts 20:24)

Because they live this way, their very lives become a testimony to the world. People cannot help but notice the difference. They see the light of Christ shining through them—the evidence of God’s presence revealed in their words and their actions (Matthew 5:16). These workers may never seek recognition, but their lives draw others closer to God.

To become such a worker, we must continually seek God’s will in every situation. Understand His purposes in His Word. Discover them through prayer. Confirm them in your mission field. Let every area of your life be surrendered to Him so that He may accomplish His good and perfect plan through you.


Prayer. Father, I thank You for calling me to fulfill Your good purpose in my life. Open my eyes to see Your perfect will revealed in Your Word. Teach me to walk in obedience, to serve You with all my heart, and to live as a testimony of Your grace. Use me for the advancement of Your kingdom and for the glory of Your name. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Reverse Thinking and the Answer of 25

2023.07.23 District Message
Scripture Reading: Matthew 5:1-12


A certain child, when he was in elementary school, kept asking his parents to buy things, so they finally bought him a camera. He loved it so much that he carried it around all day taking pictures. That part was fine, but he stopped going to school and just took pictures all day.

If it were you, what would you have done? You probably would have said, “Give that to me right now,” and taken the camera away, right? You would have scolded him: “You need to go to school! Why are you skipping school for this?” But this child’s mother thought differently. She said, “Wow, you must have a talent in this area,” and encouraged him.

That child grew up to become the world-renowned film director Steven Spielberg.

We adults, as we get older, tend to get set in our ways, right? Our thinking becomes fixed. So don’t become rigid — try to be flexible and open-minded. Mothers, too, often evaluate their children based on their own standards and scold them accordingly. But your children have infinite potential, so you need to handle them carefully. Otherwise, without realizing it, you’ll end up forcing your own limitations onto them.

For example, as you know, when Thomas Edison was young, he once boiled a watch in hot water. From the perspective of an ordinary, “normal” person, he must have looked crazy. But that “crazy” boy became one of the greatest inventors in history.

Perhaps, even now, there’s something in your heart where you think, “This is my problem”. Most of you probably have something like that, right? Maybe you don’t right now, but in the future, you might face problems — usually in daily life. “My child has this problem.” “My husband has this problem.” “In our church, this is a problem.” It happens, doesn’t it?

But beyond those surface-level things, think carefully: right now, what is the real concern weighing on your heart? Take that thing, and try looking at it from the opposite perspective. You might discover something amazing.

[Reverse Thinking] 25 Answers (Matthew 5:1-12)

This is what we call reverse thinking. You may think something is a problem, and yes, you can choose to see it as a problem — but you also have the option to look at it from the opposite side.

And when you do that, something powerful happens: instead of despair, an answer comes — this is where the 25 answers arise. And there are countless cases like this.

So today, even before worship, remember this: around us, there are often more strange people than good people. There’s plenty of conflict around us, isn’t there? When that happens, try looking at things from the opposite perspective — you’ll discover incredible answers.

Let me share an example. After hearing me share this principle, one deaconess testified about her husband. Her husband always used the excuse of “business meetings” but went out drinking late every night. When he finally came home, he would always ask for a glass of water.

One day, instead of scolding him, she handed him the water and simply said, “Thank you.”

Her husband, even though he was drunk, was shocked. He thought, “What? She’s not nagging me?” So he asked, “Thank you? For what?”

And she said, “I’m thankful because you’re working so hard to provide for us, and despite drinking and being out late, you still come home safely. That’s something to be grateful for.”

Then she added sincerely, “I’m thankful that you’re healthy. If you were sick, you might die, but you’re healthy — that’s such a blessing.”

That one comment struck him deeply. For the first time, he thought, “She’s right. If I keep living like this, I’m going to ruin myself someday.”

Her nagging had never once gotten through to him before, but this one statement made him stop and reflect.

That’s why this concept — reverse thinking — and the resulting 25 answers are so important.

▣ Introduction: God’s preparation

If we’re not careful, we end up living according to our own standards, levels, and viewpoints. And when that happens, we fail to see what God has already prepared for us. This is very important.

We must see what God has prepared, but the problem is, no matter who we are, we tend to judge, listen, and speak based on our own way of thinking, our own criteria, and our own limited perspective.

(The opposite side) Daily life

God has prepared incredible things for us, but if you just change your thinking a little — even slightly — and look from the opposite perspective (reverse thinking), what seems like a problem in daily life can actually turn into an answer.

For example, about ten years ago, when I visited the United States, I noticed something interesting. There were Korean restaurants, Chinese restaurants, and Japanese restaurants. But when you looked closely, you could see a difference:

Japanese restaurants were always located in high-end, affluent neighborhoods.
Korean and Chinese restaurants, however, were often in poorer, less developed areas.

And here’s what surprised me even more: when I visited some Korean restaurants, I still saw the same old signs from the Korean War era — unchanged for decades. They had no idea how outdated they looked.

By contrast, Japanese restaurants had modern, stylish signs — sophisticated, well-designed, and inviting. That level of quality extended into everything: raising their children, running their businesses, working in their churches — all of it was influenced by that higher standard.

But in recent years, things have started to change. Korean food has been gaining international popularity, and K-pop has exploded globally, raising Korea’s profile. This is the time to renew and upgrade.

And yet, many Koreans still struggle to adapt. This is precisely where we must apply reverse thinking — this is when we must shift our mindset and look at things from the other side.

▣ Main message

1. Jesus – Breaking the framework

If you really want to receive God’s answers, you must first look at what Jesus taught. When Jesus taught, He completely broke the existing frameworks. Everything He said was the opposite of what people expected.

When you look carefully, Jesus changed the entire conversation — starting from:

1) Blessing
When He spoke about who is “blessed,” He said something completely opposite from what people thought.

2) Prayer – God’s kingdom
And then He redefined prayer — He explained it completely differently.

He essentially asked this question: “Israel is currently a colony under Roman rule, yet you think your high-ranking positions and titles are blessings? Is that really the blessing you should pursue?”

Israel, at that time, was on the verge of collapse — yet people were obsessed with their positions, their status, and their comforts. Jesus pointed them to the opposite:

“Blessed are the poor in spirit.”
“Blessed are those who mourn.”
“Blessed are the meek, rather than the arrogant.”
“Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake.”

This was a complete reversal of the way people thought about success and blessing.

I remember when I first studied this deeply. During my second year of college, I happened to attend a lecture series on the Sermon on the Mount in Matthew given by Pastor Lee Sang-Geun in Daegu. He was a quiet, scholarly man, but his teaching was so profound that I could never forget it. That was when this message really became imprinted on me.

Jesus also redefined prayer in a completely opposite way from what people expected. He said:

“Do not pray with vain repetitions.”
“Do not pray to show off before others.”

At that time, the Pharisees prayed loudly in public, trying to impress people. But Jesus said, “Go into your inner room.”

Now, that didn’t mean we must literally pray only in our rooms — it meant, “Don’t pray for the sake of being seen by others.”

Then Jesus said something even more shocking:

“Do not keep asking for all kinds of things.”

When I first read this, I was stunned. And from that point on, I stopped praying by constantly asking God for things. Why? Because God already knows what we need.

Instead, Jesus taught us to focus on God’s kingdom:

“Seek first His kingdom and His righteousness.” (Matthew 6:33)

That’s the prayer Jesus taught. When God’s kingdom comes, everything else will follow. That’s the real prayer Jesus gave us.

2. RT

Now, let’s take a look at one example: Remnant Joseph.

1) Slave – Economy
Joseph was sold as a slave. Remnants must never forget this. If you don’t have the right perspective, becoming a slave could make you think and live like a slave.

Many people say, “Oh, my family background is bad… My school environment is bad… My church situation is difficult…” If you keep thinking this way, you become a slave in your heart.

But Joseph didn’t think like that. Instead, as a slave, he learned about the economy. This is extremely important.

2) Prison – Politics
Then Joseph was falsely accused and thrown into prison. There was no way out. Nobody defended him, and he had no one on his side.

At times like this, you must learn to look at the opposite side. And what happened? Inside prison, Joseph learned about politics. Why? Because that particular prison housed only political prisoners — officials and people connected to the government.

Even today, some high-level officials are often kept separately when imprisoned. It was the same back then. By God’s design, Joseph was placed in the very environment where he could understand how nations work.

This was not a setback — this was preparation.

3) King – Mission
Eventually, Joseph was summoned before Pharaoh. Standing before the king of Egypt was an unimaginable moment.

If it were us, we might have panicked. But Joseph didn’t boast about his abilities. When Pharaoh asked him to interpret his dream, Joseph said:

“I cannot interpret it, but God will give Pharaoh the answer he desires.”

This shows Joseph knew his mission. He wasn’t relying on his strength; he was standing as God’s servant, ready to fulfill God’s purpose.

4) Prime Minister – Evangelism
And finally, Joseph became Prime Minister. He didn’t seek this position; God gave it to him.

Pharaoh said to him:

“I place you over all of Egypt. Do as you see fit.”

That meant Joseph had full authority — second only to Pharaoh himself.

And what did Joseph do with that power? He saved the world. He started a movement that prepared food, helped nations, and ultimately protected God’s covenant people. This was the start of true evangelism.

Remnants, you must remember this. Whenever problems arise, don’t just see the problem — look at the opposite side.

For example, some people say, “I’m so lonely.” If you stay stuck in that thought, you’ll live your entire life in loneliness. But flip it around and think:

“God is giving me precious time right now. This is my opportunity.”

That change of perspective itself is an answer.

In the same way, when family problems arise, or when difficulties happen at church, don’t just fight about it. Instead, ask God, “What are You trying to show me through this?” You’ll begin to receive answers everywhere — even in your daily life.

3. Things of God

Once you learn to look from the opposite side, you’ll start to see God’s things clearly.

1) My thoughts
When God’s answers begin to appear, you realize something amazing: your thoughts aren’t that necessary anymore.

If God has already opened the door, why would you keep insisting on your own plans? When you reach this point, other people will notice.

They’ll say, “Wow, that person must have something special.” That’s when the door to sharing the gospel naturally opens, because people will start asking you for answers.

2) Things of God (God’s plan)
When you reach this place, you start to see God’s plan — clearly and specifically. That’s why the title of this message is important: it’s about God’s things, not ours.

This is exactly what happened with Joseph. Everywhere he went, even in crisis, God’s plan became visible.

3) Three things
At this point, three crucial things become clear:

(1) Why? – Concept
First, you begin to see why you are where you are right now. The “why” becomes clear — and that’s when answers start flowing.

(2) What? – Content
Second, once you understand the “why,” you naturally see what you need to focus on. Among all the options, you’ll recognize what God wants you to do.

(3) How? – System
And third, once you know why and what, the how becomes simple. God shows you the system — the way forward.

If we put this into modern terms:

The “why” = concept
The “what” = content
The “how” = system

Remnants, never forget this formula.

For example, when someone builds a church:

First, they decide what kind of sanctuary they want to build — that’s the concept.
Then, they design detailed blueprints — that’s the content.
Finally, they figure out how to construct it, what materials to use, and how it will function — that’s the system.

It’s the same spiritually. When you pray and look from the opposite side, answers flow through this exact structure.

I’ve experienced this countless times. Honestly, nine out of ten people I meet seem to be completely wrong about something — but even in those situations, I’ve learned so much by looking at the opposite side.

Sometimes, I even face unexpected situations on the road. For example, I might make a small mistake while driving, and the other person glares at me angrily. But instead of arguing, I’ve learned to apologize first.

“I’m sorry.”

And instantly, the atmosphere changes. Why? Because I realized, “This person must be in a hurry. Something urgent is going on.”

Looking from the opposite perspective can turn potential conflicts into blessings.

The same applies to relationships, workplaces, and even evangelism.

And here’s something I discovered:

“There is no competition when you enter the ‘nobody zone.’”

When you go where nobody else goes, there are no rivals. Everyone else overlooks these fields — but those fields are full of answers.

This principle applies in business, ministry, and life.

When I was a junior pastor, the first thing I did — without anyone telling me — was organize the entire church membership records. Nobody had touched them in years. As I updated them, I discovered many people who had left the church or fallen away.

So I visited them personally:

“Hello, I’m the new assistant pastor here. I just wanted to say hello.”

They were shocked: “How did you even know about me?”

I explained, “I was praying through the church records and felt led to come see you.”

Do you know what happened? Many of them came back to church. Why? Because someone saw them. That’s the nobody zone. That’s where God works.

▣ Conclusion:  Absolute plan

In the end, when you remove all the unnecessary noise and clutter in life, what remains is this:

God’s absolute plan.

Even when people make mistakes, I try to look from the opposite perspective. The wrong is already obvious — but on the other side, I see ways to heal, restore, and save.

That’s why, even when people criticize me or misunderstand me, I consider those moments reasons to give thanks. Truly.

Why? Because through those situations, God opens new doors and teaches me new things. Every difficulty, every misunderstanding, and every obstacle can become a lifelong source of gratitude when seen through the lens of reverse thinking.

So today, as you worship, I bless you to experience God’s deep grace — that you may see healing, power, and the coming of God’s kingdom in your life.

May this blessing overflow into your children, your workplace, and your entire field, in the name of Jesus Christ.

Prayer. Heavenly Father, thank You for giving us new grace and new opportunities today. Make us witnesses who can see Your plan in every situation. Let this be a precious day where we gain new strength. In the name of Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.

The Path to Preparing the Remnant Economy

Prayer Journal, September 4, 2025
07. Dec. 2024 Remnant & TCK Study of Evangelism
Scripture Reading: Isaiah 6:13


Remnants and TCKs must remember how to prepare for the remnant economy. If you prepare now, you will succeed. So, if it is really difficult, even praying just five minutes in the morning and evening is enough.

▣ Introduction: 10-minute prayer
Then it becomes 10 minutes of prayer. Because remnants are different from adults, even if you pray only five minutes, your brain will become fully activated. The brain grows until the age of 25 and then stops. Right now, just by closing your eyes, your brain comes alive. But if you were to do the 777 prayer, that would be truly amazing. I also mentioned this earlier when speaking to the new teachers.

1. Infants, toddlers, and preschoolers (fundamentals)
During infancy, toddlerhood, and preschool years, this is the time when tremendous fundamentals are being established. That is why prayer is necessary.

2. Elementary school (foundation)
And now, in the elementary school years, the foundation is built — a foundation that can never again be formed later. All real problems become imprinted during this period. That is why it is so important. That is why, when they are called to church, they must not be distracted with other things. You must imprint what is truly important.

3. Middle and high school (talent)
Why must you pray? Because during middle and high school years, you will discover your talents.

4. University (young adults)
And then, when you are about to enter college — or even if you choose not to go to college and instead step into society as young adults — you must be prepared 300%.

▣ Main message

1. Prayer 300%
This is why you must prepare 300% in prayer. This does not mean you only pray, but that you enjoy all your blessings and peace through prayer.

2. Academics 300%
Using this, you must also prepare for 300% in your studies.

3. Future 300%
And you must also prepare your future 300%. Why? Because all of these blessings are contained in Christ. Christ has already promised it.

1. Prayer 300%
So, while enjoying these blessings, what does prayer 300% mean?

1) Bartizan
It is about planting the bartizan — planting the bartizan of Christ in your life.

2) Journey
It is about walking along that journey.

3) Guidepost
It is about setting up guideposts wherever you go. And how? Through prayer. Nothing else is needed — that is how important prayer is.

1. Prayer 300%

1) Bartizan (imprint)
When you set up the bartizan through prayer, it becomes imprinted.

2) Journey (root)
And as you move in the field, this becomes rooted.

3) Guidepost (nature)
Then, it becomes your nature. Anyone can do this, and everyone must. The problem is that people misunderstand and think it is difficult. That’s not true.

For example, when I ride the elevator, if no one is around, I do squats. If there are people, it’s a little embarrassing, but otherwise, I do them whenever I’m bored. Even when waiting at the airport, I exercise, pray, and continue breathing. It’s comfortable and good. But if you try to force yourself to do it intentionally, it becomes exhausting and you can’t keep it up.

When I wake up, I slowly breathe to restore my health while naturally praying. Also, daytime is the hardest part. You keep hearing negative things and listening to people’s voices. That is incorrect. Even if what they say is right, it doesn’t match me. Living like that is exhausting, isn’t it? That’s why you must turn all of this into prayer. This is what the journey means.

And what about us? At night, we must confirm God’s Word and all the many blessings. That becomes your guidepost. Then, your nature will change.

2. Academics 300%
At that point, remnants will begin to see something new. Even if you don’t yet see it, you must develop three habits:

1) Editing (specialization)
You must continuously edit within prayer. I personally edit continuously while doing various things. For example, whenever I have time, I keep editing content related to evangelism. I constantly read books on breathing techniques. If a new book comes out, I read it again.

I also love fishing, so I frequently watch fishing channels — seeing the ocean makes me happy. I also carry this “24” with me everywhere. My assistants know this and prepare airplanes where I can freely carry my materials and work. Editing — this is something I do continually.

If you keep editing like this, what happens? Along with God’s Word, your specialization emerges.

2) Design (necessity)
Then you begin to see God’s plan. Unless you are completely blind, if you keep at it, it becomes visible. That’s what design is. Design isn’t just something you randomly create; it’s about seeing the plan. You see what is truly necessary. Once you see this, that’s enough, because you can’t do everything.

3) Field application (site-based design)
Field application — this means, “Ah, if I do it this way, it will work.” That’s what it means to have a field-based design. This is the key to success in your studies. And once you reach this stage, the doors to world evangelization open naturally and easily.

3. Future 300%
Now, what is future 300%?

1) 237
It means aligning your studies so they open the doors to 237 nations.

2) 5000
It means shaping your studies so they match the needs of the 5000 tribes. Your future must align with the 237 nations and the 5000 tribes.

3) RT, TCK, CCK, NCK
Your future must also connect with remnants and TCKs. You must align yourself with saving those trapped in the deep culture of darkness. (CCK) You must align yourself with helping the remnants who are receiving no support or benefits. (NCK)

▣ Conclusion
So, what conclusion do we reach? This must become something comfortable for you. For me, not doing this is more uncomfortable. When I wake up in the morning, praying and doing these things is natural and easy.

And when you enjoy blessings this much, you actually don’t have time for unnecessary things. People think I’m dealing with a lot of difficulties, but I don’t even have the time to dwell on them. I’m too busy enjoying these blessings. As a result, I have no worries.

You might not believe this, but I don’t read unnecessary writings. I don’t know what people are saying or what answers they are giving. If my assistants tell me something, fine, but to me, those things have no value.

Remnants, do not be deceived. If you truly have these blessings, even if others try to destroy you, you will rise again. Even if you’re chased out, you will rise again — because you already have everything.

If you don’t yet have the ability to manage 10 billion won, but somehow receive it, it will become a problem. But if you have the capability to manage 10 billion and lose it, you will create it again. It’s completely different.

Graduation and entering the world
Remnants, it’s best to prepare before you graduate and go out into the world. Of course, it’s not too late even after entering the world, but if you prepare beforehand, it’s easier to succeed. Why? Because almost no one else is doing this, so you can easily become number one.

People don’t know these things. Do they know the incredible power of spiritual blessings? Do they know the reality of this? No, they don’t. No matter how much they study or how intelligent they are, they don’t know. These are blessings that only God and Christ reveal in the Bible.

Always remember this. Pray comfortably. Focus on your studies and your future. Don’t listen to unnecessary voices. Don’t ask, “What should I do?” Just pray, and the answers will come.

Remnants must be different. To be precise, you don’t need to hear everything from people. Are you learning from me personally? No. We, the witnesses, gather to share the Word and testify for the sake of evangelism. That’s why you’re hearing God’s Word and His voice. Isn’t that true?

When you step out into the world, you should already be fully prepared. Remnants across the nation and the world, begin comfortably from now on.

I’ll repeat this again: Even if you didn’t perform well academically, if you make this preparation, you will succeed. But no matter how well you did — even if you graduate at the top of Harvard — if you fail to prepare spiritually, then all you gain is a job. Sure, you might get a good job, but that’s all.

On the other hand, if you have these blessings, you won’t just get a job — you’ll transform the field itself.

So, from today, comfortably enjoy prayer.

Prayer. Heavenly Father, we thank You. Please bless the remnants and allow them to confirm what Christ has given to them.
In the name of Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.

Wednesday Worship Service: September 3, 2025

Hymn
Down at the Cross
E. A. Hoffman

Down at the cross where my Savior died,
Down where for cleansing from sin I cried,
There to my heart was the blood applied;
Glory to his name!

Glory to his name,
Glory to his name;
There to my heart was the blood applied;
Glory to his name!

I am so wondrously saved from sin,
Jesus so sweetly abides within;
There at the cross where he took me in;
Glory to his name!    Refrain

Oh, precious fountain that saves from sin,
I am so glad I have entered in;
There Jesus saves me and keeps me clean;
Glory to his name!    Refrain

Come to this fountain so rich and sweet,
Cast thy poor soul at the Savior’s feet;
Plunge in today, and be made complete;
Glory to his name!    Refrain


Confession of Faith
The Apostles’ Creed

I believe in God, the Father Almighty,
Maker of heaven and earth;

And in Jesus Christ, His only Son, Our Lord,
Who was conceived by the Holy Spirit,
Born of the Virgin Mary,
Suffered under Pontius Pilate,
Was crucified, dead, and buried.
He descended into hell.
The third day He rose again from the dead.
He ascended into heaven,
And is seated at the right hand of God, the Father Almighty;
From thence He shall come to judge the quick and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,
The holy universal Church,
The communion of saints,
The forgiveness of sins,
The resurrection of the body
And life everlasting. Amen.


Scripture Reading
Haggai 2:6-9

“This is what the Lord Almighty says: ‘In a little while I will once more shake the heavens and the earth, the sea and the dry land. I will shake all nations, and what is desired by all nations will come, and I will fill this house with glory,’ says the Lord Almighty. ‘The silver is mine and the gold is mine,’ declares the Lord Almighty. ‘The glory of this present house will be greater than the glory of the former house,’ says the Lord Almighty. ‘And in this place I will grant peace,’ declares the Lord Almighty.”


Message
Construct a New Temple
Pastor Ryu Kwang Su
Full Transcript

Word (Bartizan), Prayer (Journey), Evidence (Guidepost)
On Sundays, hold onto the Word that is alive and at work—this is the bartizan.
Prayer must truly operate—that’s how you go on the journey.
Then actual answers and testimonies arise—these are the milestones.

The Trinity, Darkness, and the Kingdom
While you hold this covenant, the Triune God works, darkness is broken, and the kingdom of God and His work are fulfilled. That is what is happening now.

Lifelong Prayer Topic
At this time, your lifelong prayer topics connect with lifelong answers. David enjoyed this best: since the former temple was destroyed, build the new temple.

> The true answer is that darkness is broken and world evangelization happens through you. If your vocation is used for world evangelization, there is no greater blessing.

▣ Introduction — Causes of the Temple’s Destruction
1. Solomon — When God’s desired temple is built, the doors of the world open. Not knowing why they were opening, Solomon erred: he drew world elites, accommodated their requests, and idolatry covered Israel.

2. Hezekiah — When global summits visited, he showed them the palace, the temple, and the royal treasury. Later Babylon invaded, burned the temple, and carried off the sacred articles.

3. The Three Courts — Because the three courts (and the three feasts) were lost.

▣ Main Message
1. Restore David’s Temple
1) Restore the temple housing the Ark of the Covenant.
2) Restore the Holy of Holies and the Holy Place.
3) Tabernacle-centered, Tent of Meeting–centered, and camp-centered life.

In the wilderness, life revolved around the tabernacle; worship was offered most of all. God granted unsurpassed wisdom. Offerings were given most abundantly. World economy was influenced.
Tent of Meeting–centered. Every doorway of the homes faced the temple—camp-centered.

2. A Temple for All Peoples — Restore the Temple that Saves the Nations
1) Open the era of the Three Courts.
2) The fire of 24 / Three Day Weekend Age.
Keep the 24-hour fire burning.
Enter the Three Day Weekend Age (focused-concentration).
3) Holy Meditation Age & the blood sacrifice.
Open the Holy Meditation Age that will save the world.
Regard the blood sacrifice as most important here.

3. The Future Temple — Rebuild the Temple that Will Save the Future
1) A temple that blocks disasters — deliver God’s Word that halts disaster.
2) A temple to save the 237 nations and 5,000 people groups.
3) RT (Remnant) Temple — to save:
TCK: Remnants who have lost their way (Third Culture Kids),
CCK: Those living within dark culture with no gospel,
NCK: Those in places with virtually no culture at all.

When the diaspora (many peoples) come, ensure they hear the gospel, receive training, and are sent to evangelize.

▣ Conclusion
1. Heaven and earth shaken — “I will shake the heavens and the earth.”
2. All nations shaken — “I will shake all nations.”
3. Greater glory — “The glory of the latter house will be greater than the former.”
You must experience the power of the Word and verify how the work of the Word moves your vocation.
One resolution: Change anything that keeps you from evangelizing—poverty, sickness, incompetence. Completely transform your family line before the next generation. If your current vocation cannot serve world evangelization, change it.


Forum & Prayer

We Are the Body of Christ

1 Corinthians 12:12-26. Just as a body, though one, has many parts, but all its many parts form one body, so it is with Christ. 13 For we were all baptized by one Spirit so as to form one body—whether Jews or Gentiles, slave or free—and we were all given the one Spirit to drink. 14 Even so the body is not made up of one part but of many.

15 Now if the foot should say, “Because I am not a hand, I do not belong to the body,” it would not for that reason stop being part of the body. 16 And if the ear should say, “Because I am not an eye, I do not belong to the body,” it would not for that reason stop being part of the body. 17 If the whole body were an eye, where would the sense of hearing be? If the whole body were an ear, where would the sense of smell be? 18 But in fact God has placed the parts in the body, every one of them, just as he wanted them to be. 19 If they were all one part, where would the body be? 20 As it is, there are many parts, but one body.

21 The eye cannot say to the hand, “I don’t need you!” And the head cannot say to the feet, “I don’t need you!” 22 On the contrary, those parts of the body that seem to be weaker are indispensable, 23 and the parts that we think are less honorable we treat with special honor. And the parts that are unpresentable are treated with special modesty, 24 while our presentable parts need no special treatment. But God has put the body together, giving greater honor to the parts that lacked it, 25 so that there should be no division in the body, but that its parts should have equal concern for each other. 26 If one part suffers, every part suffers with it; if one part is honored, every part rejoices with it.


Some people say they only need God and do not need anyone else. While it is true that God alone is our salvation and strength, the Bible teaches us that success and failure in life are also revealed in our relationships with others. According to Today’s Word, the way we associate with people deeply matters to God—especially within His church.

Relationships shape our spiritual journey. When we become close to those who are legalistic, we naturally learn their patterns of legalism. When we spend time with those who chase after miracles and signs without grounding themselves in the gospel, we can easily fall into unhealthy ways of faith. But when we walk closely with people who hold onto the gospel, our hearts are anchored in God’s grace, and we learn to live a gospel-centered life.

This is why Paul warns Timothy so strongly:

But mark this: There will be terrible times in the last days. People will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boastful, proud, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy, without love, unforgiving, slanderous, without self-control, brutal, not lovers of the good, treacherous, rash, conceited, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God—having a form of godliness but denying its power. Have nothing to do with such people” (2 Timothy 3:1-5).

Paul makes it clear that the environment we place ourselves in deeply impacts our faith. Choosing companions who live by God’s truth draws us closer to Christ, while surrounding ourselves with those who distort the gospel leads us into spiritual confusion.

God has called us together as His church so that we may grow in faith and maturity as one body. Before we met Christ, we were all useless and without hope. But through faith in Him, God has made us useful vessels in His house. We have been saved by His grace, not by our works or efforts. Even the faith we have is a gift from God, “so that no one can boast” (Ephesians 2:8-9).

In the church, therefore, no one can say that some are more valuable than others. Every believer—regardless of background, appearance, or ability—has a place and a purpose in God’s plan. The Spirit has united us through peace, and Paul urges us to “make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace” (Ephesians 4:3).

We are called to follow the example of the first church born after Pentecost:

They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer” (Acts 2:42).

This passage reveals four essential elements of a healthy church: devotion to God’s Word, authentic fellowship, celebration of the gospel, and continual prayer. These are the foundations God has given us to grow together in faith and fulfill His mission.

The first thing we must restore in the church is the blessing of worship for all members. Worship was the reason God created us: “the people I formed for myself that they may proclaim my praise” (Isaiah 43:21). During worship, we confirm God’s infinite, unconditional love for us, and in doing so, we rediscover our identity and authority as His children. True worship restores our hearts, renews our strength, and unites us as one body.

We must also help one another devote ourselves to the Word of God. When the Word of life continues to flow from the pulpit, weary hearts are strengthened, dry bones are revived, and lost souls are brought to life (Ezekiel 37:1-14). As people see God’s promises fulfilled in their lives, their trust in His Word deepens, and “the Word of the Lord spreads widely and grows in power” (Acts 19:20).

A beautiful fellowship takes place when God’s children gather to worship, pray, and share life together. As we experience God’s love, we naturally desire to love one another. We begin to share, forgive, and encourage each other. Like the first believers, we become of “one heart and mind,” having everything in common and enjoying the favor of all people (Acts 4:32-33).

To maintain this unity, we must transcend our differences, abandon our prejudices, and fix our eyes on Christ, who binds us together. Whether in our homes, workplaces, or church, we experience the power of the cross—“the breaking of bread”—remembering Jesus’ death and resurrection daily. Through Him, we find reconciliation with God and with one another.

When the church walks in unity, we begin to see God’s power manifest in incredible ways. As spiritual prophets, we reconcile the world to God because Christ is the True Prophet who reveals His salvation. As spiritual kings, we overcome the enemy because Christ is the True King who has defeated Satan. As spiritual priests, we bring healing and restoration to a broken world because Christ is the True Priest who has forgiven all sin. As a result, God will “add to our number daily those who are being saved” (Acts 2:47).

Prayer is central to all of this. Throughout Scripture, whenever God carried out His plans, His people prayed (Acts 1:14; Acts 2:42-47; Acts 3:1-10; Acts 4:23-31; Acts 6:1-7; Acts 12:1-24; Acts 13:1-3; Acts 16:13-34). History testifies to the power of a praying church, and the same is true today. When we join together in prayer, God reveals His will, pours out His Spirit, and accomplishes His mission through us.

Let us commit ourselves to praying for our communities, schools, workplaces, nation, and the world. By the power of the Holy Spirit, let us rise as Christ’s church and intercede on behalf of those suffering from spiritual oppression, generational curses, and brokenness. God has called us to be watchmen for this generation, blocking the disasters of sin and declaring His salvation to all 237 nations and 5,000 tribes.


Prayer. Father, I thank You for calling us to be Your church and for placing us into Your family. Teach us to walk in unity and love, keeping the bond of peace through the Spirit. Use us as Your vessels to reveal the gospel, strengthen one another, and bring Your light to the world. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

The Spiritual Facts and the Blessing of 25

2023.07.16 District Message
Scripture Reading: Genesis 41:1-38


If you continuously enjoy the happy gospel and hold onto the desire for the true evangelism movement, and simply continue in it, God will grant you new answers for the evangelism movement—answers that no one else can achieve and no one else can see.

Even as we stand in the middle of the battle between two bartizans, I firmly believe that God will pour out great grace and mercy upon us and will give us tangible evidence that He will use us to save the 237 nations and the 5,000 people groups.

[Spiritual Reality] and the 25 Answers (Genesis 41:38)

Even many believers do not fully understand this spiritual reality. But once this reality is established in you, tremendous answers follow. On the other hand, if it is established incorrectly, disastrous outcomes result. Just look at history—communism and capitalism are still fighting. These ideologies, born out of invisible spiritual forces, are destroying the world.

This is why we must know this: when you truly understand the spiritual reality, you begin to receive the answers of the 25. In Genesis 41:38, Pharaoh looked at Joseph and said, “Can we find anyone like this man, one in whom is the Spirit of God?”

[Home, Church, and Field]

Your personal life, your family, your church, and your business or field—all must first be spiritually established. From this moment, your prayer must focus on the unseen foundations of your home, your church, and your work.

[Bartizan]

You must firmly establish the spiritual bartizan that no one else can see. Build it through prayer.

[Focused, Ongoing Prayer]

This is not about repetition—it’s about continuous, focused prayer. As you do this, you will witness amazing realities unfold.

Decide how you will set up spiritual bartizans in your home, church, and workplace. Then keep praying into that plan. As you continue, something extraordinary will happen.

Even now, I pray: “Lord, as we build 1,000 bartizans, what is my role?” Make a real plan and pray over it consistently. This will transform your spiritual reality first.

[Hebrews 11:1–3 — Substance and Evidence]

Hebrews 11 says, “Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.”

Even if you cannot see it yet, it already exists as substance; even if you cannot touch it yet, it’s already evidence.

If you are facing difficulties, hold on to these spiritual realities first.

When I first arrived at Yeongdo, our church was the smallest, without a building or resources. My prayer back then was simple: “Even if I lack ability, if God is with me, it will work.”

After arriving, my prayer changed: “Because this is Yeongdo, it must work!” I believed God would do it by His power. So I resolved to focus on only the gospel, only evangelism, and only God’s Word.

And from there, the movement began spreading worldwide. Now, in some places, the work outside Korea is even greater than here. We’ve seen people hear the Word once and return to their countries to spark revivals—even kings and leaders are now reading the prayer journals we produced.

▣ Introduction — The Reason

Why is this happening? Because we understand three realities:

1. The Kingdom of the World — A system focused only on survival, saying, “As long as we eat, we’re fine.”
2. The Kingdom of Satan — A system exploiting worldly desires to trap people in darkness.
3. The Kingdom of God — Jesus’ last message was about God’s Kingdom and His work.

If you only focus on what you can see, you’ll miss the true reality. But when you understand this, heaven’s answers are unlocked.

▣ Main Message

1. Spiritual Reality — God’s Plan

Don’t be deceived by what you see. Reality, facts, and appearances are not the full story. Behind all of it, God’s plan is at work.

2. Start Low — Aim High

Always start from the lowest point and aim toward God’s highest purpose. Don’t pretend to have more than you do; begin with what God has given you and build upward.

1) W.I.O. — God is With you, and you enjoy Immanuel and Oneness.
2) C.V.D.I.P. — When you hold the covenant, God reveals His Covenant → Vision → Dream → Image → Practice.
3) Absolute Plan — Hold to what God has already determined to accomplish.

On Sundays, focus entirely on the covenant and pray continuously, not repetitively. In time, the answers will come naturally.

3. Circumstances

Before answers come, God gives you the conclusion first. When you know the spiritual reality, no situation can shake you:

1) With — God’s presence becomes evident.
2) Preparation — You begin to see what God has already prepared.
3) Victory — You realize that God has already secured victory.

1 Corinthians 10:13 says, “God will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you can bear but will also provide a way out.”

So Sunday worship is your opportunity: “Lord, let today be the day I establish my spiritual bartizan.”

▣ Conclusion — The Answer

When you concentrate like this, one day you will see God’s answers clearly. But here’s the key: the answers themselves are not the ultimate goal—they are the natural result. God’s plan is always greater than you imagine.

Many young adults today worry about their future because they haven’t yet built these foundations. Without understanding spiritual reality, both receiving answers and not receiving them lead to problems.

So hold on to this first: God has already fulfilled His promises, and His unseen bartizan is being established.

As you continue in this, your prayers will naturally deepen:

Establish spiritual bartizans for your home, church, and workplace.
Pray over God’s absolute plan for your life.
Ask for the 5 Strengths to be restored:

1. Spiritual Strength
2. Intellectual Strength
3. Physical Strength
4. Financial Strength
5. Manpower Strength

When these are restored, you will see the work of evangelism move forward powerfully.

Prayer.  Father God, thank You for giving us strength today to carry out world evangelization. Bless our work so it may be used for Your Kingdom. Let today be a day when we receive new grace and gain new strength—a strength no person can give. In Jesus Christ’s name, Amen.

 

Future Preparations – What God Desires

Prayer Journal, September 3, 2025
(2024.09.03 237 New Family Field Worker Training
Scripture Reading: Matthew 28:16-20


The very first words you speak when you meet a new family member are extremely important. When I met some young ladies working at the factory, I remember exactly what I said to them, and they told me later that they could never forget it. I asked, “Did you come to Busan to make money?” They said yes, so I replied, “If you came to make money, why come here instead of going somewhere better? The reason you came here is because you are called to be a missionary to save your family, your hometown, and your field. Never forget that!” One of the girls cried—maybe because her situation was so difficult—but those words struck her heart deeply.

When I meet new family members, I tell them this: inside the church, many want to devote themselves, give offerings, and help the work of God, but often they feel limited because they haven’t yet received answers. That’s why we must prepare now. When I meet remnants, I also tell them this: “Prepare now so that one day, your tithe alone can sustain the church.” We must start from the very beginning, just like David. David gave offerings faithfully his entire life and prepared for the future. But the future is not something we control; therefore, set your standard on what God desires. The problem is, most people don’t know what God truly desires.

▣ Introduction – Why?

What does God desire from us? How can we know? From now on, keep asking why—but ask the right why:

1) Resurrection

▶ Why did Jesus rise again and deliver this message?

(1) Matthew 28:16–20 — Jesus said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Me,” and then He commanded, “Go and make disciples of all nations.” But think about it—the early church barely had enough to eat, yet He told them to go to all nations!

(2) Mark 16:15–20 — “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation.” Jesus even said, “In My name, drive out demons,” which is understandable, but how do you “go to all creation”? To the sick He said, “Lay hands on them, and they will recover”—that makes sense, but to reach all nations seemed impossible. Why did He say this?

(3) John 21:15–18 — “Feed My lambs.” That we can understand.

(4) Acts 1:8 — “You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you; and you will be My witnesses to the ends of the earth.”

▶ This was a humanly impossible mission. You must help new family members understand this: Jesus wasn’t exaggerating or joking. He gave a real command, but the early church couldn’t possibly accomplish it. From the start, they must understand this is a task we cannot do on our own.

2) The Promise

▶ But then Jesus also gave the promise of absolute possibility. New family members must be taught this and must believe it. Among the “7/7/7,” here are the five most important promises:

The Power of the Throne — God promised the power of His throne. This makes everything possible.

Transcendence of Time and Space — The power of the throne allows God to work beyond time and space.

The 237 Nations & 5,000 People Groups — When God transcends time and space, reaching all nations becomes possible.

Unprecedented and Unrepeatable Answers — God promises unique answers that have never been seen before and will never be seen again.

Absolute Bartizan — At that point, doors open and God establishes His absolute bartizan in your life.

3) Devotion

▶ Teach them what true devotion looks like:

Three Courtyards — When pastors open these three courtyards (for all nations, healing, and remnants), everything follows.

The Friday-Saturday-Sunday Age — These three days are crucial for discovering missions, gifts, and worship. Give remnants meaningful missions on Fridays, help them discover their talents on Saturdays, and make Sunday their highest point of worship.

TCK/CCK/NCK — Teach them about Third Culture Kids, Cross-Cultural Kids, and No-Culture Kids. Tell them, “If you ever give offerings, give toward this work. Support missionaries and pastors for this purpose.” This is the core of Romans 16—people who risked their entire lives for world evangelization.

4) How? — 7/7/7

▶ Teach them how to enjoy this covenant:

Enjoyment (24) — From now on, enjoy the bartizan God gave you every moment, without rushing.

Waiting (25) — Keep enjoying until God’s time (25) comes. That’s your standard.

Challenge (Eternity) — Be willing to stake everything on eternal things—missions, the next generation, and saving the nations.

5) Remind Them

▶ Warn them about common pitfalls they will face in the church:

Legalism — Avoid it.

Secularism — Don’t let the church adopt the world’s methods.

Mysticism — Don’t chase emotional or physical experiences.

Calculation-Based Faith — Some people make everything about money, favors, or personal gain. Warn new members to avoid these influences.

Ideology-Based Faith — Don’t get caught up in political agendas or social movements. Focus on Christ alone.

▣ Main Message — Align with Three Standards
1. W.I.O.S.

The Bible promises: “I will be with you, with us, and with everything you face.” Build a personal and church-wide system upon this promise.

2. O.U.R.S.

Answers will come through Only, Uniqueness, and Re-Creation. New family members often receive these answers more quickly than long-time believers because they have fewer misconceptions.

3. System for the 237 Nations and 5,000 People Groups

Pray specifically to save at least one group, one field, or one person from among the 5,000 people groups. When they come and hear the gospel, God will powerfully work through you.

▣ Conclusion

True Gospel → Breaks Darkness
▶ Teach them clearly: if you truly enjoy the gospel, darkness must break. Christ already crushed Satan’s head.

True Prayer → Breaks Satan’s 12 Strategies
▶ When you enjoy prayer based on the gospel, the enemy’s plans are destroyed. This is the “3 Concentrations,” “3 Settings,” and “3 Answers.”

True Witness
▶ Finally, they become witnesses:

Witnesses speak of what they’ve seen.

Witnesses share what they have.

Witnesses testify to what they know.

This is the calling and mission of every new family member.

Prayer. May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God the Father, and the working of the Holy Spirit be with all the new family members called to save this age, with all the ministers and workers, from now and forevermore. Amen.

God’s Plan or My Plan?

Exodus 3:7-10.  The Lord said, “I have indeed seen the misery of my people in Egypt. I have heard them crying out because of their slave drivers, and I am concerned about their suffering. So I have come down to rescue them from the hand of the Egyptians and to bring them up out of that land into a good and spacious land, a land flowing with milk and honey—the home of the Canaanites, Hittites, Amorites, Perizzites, Hivites and Jebusites. And now the cry of the Israelites has reached me, and I have seen the way the Egyptians are oppressing them. 10 So now, go. I am sending you to Pharaoh to bring my people the Israelites out of Egypt.”


 

Moses spent 40 years in the land of Midian after the dreaded day he killed an Egyptian, trying to take matters into his own hands (Exodus 2:11-25). Though he had been raised as a prince of Egypt, he had no understanding of God’s plan for his life. But everything changed when he encountered the Lord at Mount Horeb. There, God revealed His heart for His people and His plan of salvation through the blood of the Lamb (Exodus 3:18). When God’s plan became Moses’ plan, he stopped wandering aimlessly and began walking in God’s purpose.

True success is not defined by human accomplishments, wealth, or recognition but by seeing God’s plans fulfilled in our lives. This doesn’t mean we shouldn’t have dreams, plans, or goals—but all our desires must align with His. Life is far too short to pursue anything less than what God desires most. But how do we discover God’s plan?

First, God’s will is revealed in His Word—the Scriptures. This is why we must continually devote ourselves to His Word (1 Peter 2:2). God’s greatest desire revealed in Scripture is that we realize, enjoy, and remain in the salvation we have received in Christ. His Word is not only our foundation but also our strength against the enemy’s attacks. Jesus modeled this truth perfectly during His temptation in the wilderness.

When Satan attacked Him after forty days of fasting, Jesus did not argue, compromise, or rely on His own reasoning. Instead, He responded with the power of God’s Word, declaring,

It is written: Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God” (Matthew 4:4)

Satan cannot overpower you when God’s Word is hidden in your heart. The Word of God is the greatest weapon in spiritual battle (Ephesians 6:17). It also leads us on the path of righteousness:

“Blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked or stand in the way that sinners take or sit in the company of mockers, but whose delight is in the law of the Lord, and who meditates on his law day and night” (Psalm 1:1-2)

When you follow God’s Word, you will no longer wander aimlessly. Instead, you will flourish like “a tree planted by streams of water” (Psalm 1:3), bearing fruit in every season.

Second, God’s plans are revealed when we pray. The highest priority of David, “a man after God’s own heart” (Acts 13:22):

“In the morning, Lord, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly” (Psalm 5:3).

Even Jesus’ daily focus was not on ministry but on prayer: “Very early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up, left the house, and went off to a solitary place, where He prayed” (Mark 1:35).

Prayer is not merely a religious duty—it is enjoying God’s presence and aligning our hearts with His. Prayer is the time of greatest strength, happiness, and rest. Learn the secret of having “downtime” with God, moments of quiet intimacy where His Spirit speaks and leads you. David treasured this time, Daniel prayed three times a day even when facing death (Daniel 6:10), and the believers in the Early Church continually devoted themselves to prayer.

Peter and John encountered the crippled beggar during their time of prayer (Acts 3:1-10). Philip met the Ethiopian official while praying in Samaria (Acts 8:26-40). Ananias was entrusted with restoring Paul’s sight while enjoying time with God (Acts 9:10-16). In each case, God revealed His plans and opened divine opportunities during prayer. When the early church prayed together, God’s power was unleashed:

When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place… They were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit enabled them” (Acts 2:1-4).

The promised work of the Holy Spirit began when they joined together constantly in prayer (Acts 1:14). This is why we must lay aside pride, selfishness, and distractions that keep us from gathering as a church to seek God’s will together.

Failure in prayer leads to failure in life: “Watch and pray so that you will not fall into temptation. The spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak” (Matthew 26:41). But when we pray instead of worrying, God promises His peace:

Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus” (Philippians 4:6-7).

Prayer is the source of every answer, every strength, and every victory. It is where God aligns our hearts with His plans. Make your “downtime” with your Father the most joyful part of your day. Make prayer your life itself, not just your last resort.


Prayer. Father, I thank You for revealing Your plans in Your Word and for the privilege of seeking You in prayer. Open my eyes to see Your direction in every situation and teach me to delight in Your presence. Mold my heart to follow Your ways, and let my life align with Your perfect plan. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Must Truly Enjoy Your Today

Prayer Journal, September 2, 2025
(2024.09.03 237 New Family Field Worker Training
Scripture Reading: Romans 7:24-25


▣ Introduction

Likewise, for us and for the congregation, what truly matters is how we enjoy today. This part is extremely important. Today is actually the time when we are building the “two bartizans.”
This is not something that can be built with yesterday’s things, and even though the future will come, it is not something to be built with what is yet to come.

The problem is, most believers don’t realize that they are continually building unhealthy bartizans within themselves. That’s why they remain unaware of what’s happening spiritually.

The reason those with mental disorders don’t recover is this: they keep holding onto only the parts of their lives where they are not healed.
It makes sense, doesn’t it?
They have no strength, they’re struggling with spiritual problems, and their environment is difficult. So, they naturally keep holding onto those negative things.

If you understand this principle, then it’s not even a mental illness issue—you can actually recover. But because they don’t realize it, they cannot be healed.
This is something you must remember very clearly.

When I was serving as an assistant pastor in a church, I realized something while working there. Before I understood the gospel, I used to live the same way too. But once I discovered the answer of the gospel, I began to see something:
Churches are mostly focused on doing things that will never bring true answers.

Think about it carefully. The things that would actually bring God’s true answers are rarely practiced.
It’s not necessarily because people don’t want to do them; it’s because the environment of the church itself is often structured that way.

If you see things wrongly, the church can become an environment where there’s no prayer, no meditation on the Word, and no personal renewal.
You end up just doing what is assigned to you—running programs, attending worship services—but your own life never changes.

However, once you realize this spiritual fact, things actually become very simple.

Bartizan / Journey / Guidepost

1. Church, Society, and the Older Generation
From what I’ve seen in the church, in society, and even among the older generation, I could clearly confirm this:
Most people—including pastors and elders—are holding onto things that cannot bring God’s answers.

It’s actually heartbreaking because elders are some of the most precious people in the church, yet many are stuck holding onto the wrong things.

That’s why Jesus’ public ministry was so simple and clear:
“Throw everything else away. None of it matters.”

He emphasized only one thing:

> “Be led by the Holy Spirit.
> The Holy Spirit will dwell within you.
> The Holy Spirit will teach you and remind you of everything.
> If you are filled with the Holy Spirit, everything else will work out.”

This was Jesus’ core teaching throughout His entire ministry.
So why would we ignore this and choose to live without God’s answers? There’s no reason for that.

Now think about this—what about new family members in the church?
They come in believing that whatever they see in the church is everything.

If the church prays a lot, they think, “Ah, I should pray too.”
If the church members gossip and argue, they think, “Oh, I guess that’s what Christians do.”

New believers are inevitably influenced by the church atmosphere.
Unless they are spiritually very strong or have large spiritual vessels, they’ll assume this is what the Christian life is supposed to look like.

But the truth is, this is not what Christ truly desires.
This is why you must remember this clearly and help guide new believers to see the gospel itself—not just the surrounding environment.

2. Shock, Emotion, and Imprinting
The second point is even more important: Why do so many believers listen to sermons, even say “Amen,” yet their lives don’t change?

It’s because shock, emotions, or deep imprinting from the past are often stronger than the work of the Spirit within them.

It’s not that the Holy Spirit is weak.
The problem is that we are deceived by the things already imprinted in us, which then block the Word and Spirit from fully entering.

3. The Seven Answer Schedules of the Early Church
That’s why we must teach new believers these seven key schedules—what I call the “7 stages of answers” from the early church:

(1) Jesus’ Public Ministry (The Holy Spirit, Our Helper)
Jesus’ entire public ministry focused on one thing:

> “You cannot live this Christian life by yourself.
> You must be filled with the Holy Spirit.”

But today, even the Jews of His time—and many churches now—are busy doing all the things Jesus told us NOT to do.

If this continues, world evangelization cannot happen.
Why? Because if we’re focused on the wrong things, the door to reach the nations will remain closed.

And when that door stays closed, it’s the church officers who suffer the most.
If finances become tight, they’re burdened with giving more. If responsibilities pile up, they become exhausted.

This is the reality of many churches worldwide.
Sometimes, if a particularly talented pastor emerges, people quickly elevate them and create structures around them—because they’re competent, capable, and focused on the church. But this is not the solution.

What’s worse is that most church members have never been properly imprinted with these seven key answers.

You don’t even have to call them “7/7/7” if that sounds too technical, but Jesus Himself clearly explained the system of the bartizan, the journey, and the guidepost connected to the throne.

God’s throne is not here on earth where we stand, but if we build the bartizan, walk the journey, and establish guideposts, we will stand in the stream of God’s work.

New believers, however, have no idea about this.
That’s why you must help them understand this gently and clearly.

Alright — continuing the full translation seamlessly until the very end of this message. I’ll preserve the original sermon flow, structure, and tone exactly as it is.

(2) The 40 Days — God’s Kingdom and Mission

After His resurrection, Jesus explained about the Kingdom of God for 40 days.
He was teaching us to set aside a period of concentrated prayer and hold onto the covenant of God’s Kingdom.

During these 40 days, Jesus revealed that the throne of God is directly connected to the things concerning His Kingdom.
This isn’t something you do together with everyone else.
If you rely on people, you’ll fail.

So, what do we do? We hold tightly to the Word from the pulpit.
Focus your prayer on the Word God has given through your pastor—that is the highest and safest way.

Jesus is saying: “You are no longer just a newcomer. You are now part of God’s family.”

(3) The 10 Days — The Three Feasts

Then, after those 40 days, the disciples went into a period of 10 days of prayer.
This was a time when they held onto the covenant of the Three Feasts—the true mission of life.

Why is this so important for new believers?
Because many long-time church members are already full of old religious habits, personal methods, and wrong teachings.
It’s harder for them to shift their mindset.

But newcomers are different. Since they have less wrong imprinting, they can grasp the truth much faster when the gospel is explained clearly.

Most believers in established churches simply endure the Christian life.
Because they don’t see God’s answers, they think faith = waiting and enduring.
But waiting vaguely is not faith.

Faith means holding onto God’s covenant and enjoying His answers while you wait.
New believers need to understand this from the beginning—not simply to endure suffering, but to enjoy God’s promises now.

(4) The Lord’s Day — Acts 2:42

If you want the gospel to take root, then Sunday worship must become the central focus.

Don’t chase after various teachings or emotions—
Listen carefully to the pulpit message and receive it as God’s personal Word for you.

Acts 2:42 says:

> “They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching, to fellowship, the breaking of bread, and to prayer.”

The early church wasn’t following personal charisma or human talent—they followed the flow of God’s Word.
This is where true faith is built.

(5) Daily Life — Acts 2:46-47

Next, you must teach new believers that God’s Word is fulfilled daily.

Acts 2:46-47 says:

> “Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.”

When we hold onto God’s Word correctly, answers naturally flow into our everyday lives.

(6) Scheduled Prayer

From here, we enter into the system of prayer.
Once new believers begin receiving answers, they must also learn the rhythm of scheduled prayer.

This includes even something as simple as listening to church announcements.
Why? Because announcements contain prayer topics.

In Acts 1:14, the early believers gathered and prayed with one heart.
This was scheduled prayer—praying together in oneness with God’s plan, not just praying about personal needs.

We must help new believers understand:

Muslims keep their prayer times daily without fail.
Orthodox Jews still hold fast to their traditions of regular prayer.
But believers in Christ hold onto God’s Word from the pulpit and align their daily prayers with His plan.

This is what creates the spiritual system that brings constant strength and direction.

(7) 24 / 25 / Eternity

Finally, once prayer becomes your lifestyle, you naturally enter into the blessing of 24 hours with God.

This is where prayer becomes effortless—your thoughts, actions, and heart are continually aligned with God’s presence.

Then comes 25:

> God’s power working beyond human ability—answers that are entirely of His throne.

And from there flows Eternity:

> Your life, works, and field leave an eternal impact for God’s Kingdom.

This is the complete system of answers that new believers must be guided into step by step.

Changing the Imprint: Shock, Emotion, and Deep Roots

Why is all of this so critical? Because many believers—even pastors and elders—remain bound by old imprints from their past.

Past shocks
Past emotional experiences
Deeply ingrained habits

These must be replaced with God’s Word, prayer, and the gospel itself.
This is how the throne, journey, and guidepost are built inside you.

▣ Main Message — The Life of Camp

When you begin living like this, your entire life becomes a spiritual camp.
Whether your circumstances seem good or bad, everything becomes part of God’s training.

The key is:

> “How will you interpret today through God’s covenant?”

This perspective transforms every situation into an opportunity to see God’s work unfold.

1. The Standard of 7/7/7 — Light

The foundation of this entire system—the seven schedules, seven powers, and seven platforms—is one thing: light.

God has called us to bring His light into the darkness.
We live in a world full of spiritual confusion and brokenness, but when we restore the gospel, God’s light shines through us and revives the people, the field, and the future.

2. No Calculations — The Covenant Relationship

One of the greatest hindrances in the Christian life is calculating everything based on our logic.
But the gospel is about relationship, not calculation.

Abraham is the clearest example.
God promised him descendants as numerous as the stars, yet he kept calculating:

“But I don’t even have a child.”
“How could I become a great nation?”

And because of his calculations, he kept making mistakes—like taking Lot along instead of trusting God fully.

It wasn’t until Abraham surrendered his calculations and simply restored his relationship with God that true blessings began.

This principle applies everywhere—even in the wilderness journey of Israel.
When the people calculated their circumstances, they panicked and complained:

> “We’ll die out here. It would’ve been better to stay in Egypt!”

Faith is not based on human reasoning—it’s based on the unchanging covenant.

We must teach new believers to live by relationship with God—not by fear, performance, or worldly logic.

3. What to Enjoy — Acts 2:1-47

Finally, Jesus showed us in Acts 2 what we are meant to enjoy as His people:

1. Power — The Holy Spirit fills you with five kinds of strength: spiritual, mental, physical, financial, and relational.
2. Doors — As you worship and pray, God opens doors of evangelism and divine connections.
3. Path — God reveals the specific path you are to take in fulfilling His mission.

This is why worship itself is where everything starts.
Through worship, prayer, and the Word, we enter God’s timing and receive the strength to walk His path.

▣ Conclusion — Romans 7:25: The Battle of Two Bartizans

Romans 7:25 captures Paul’s personal confession:

> Inside us, there are two natures, and they are constantly at war.

These are the two bartizans—the one built on God’s throne and the one built on human effort and past imprinting.

To win this battle, we must establish:

1) The Platform

Build your spiritual platform where God’s power flows to give life to others.
When God begins to work through you, the church, your field, and your mission are revived.

2) The Watchtower (Bartizan)

Once the platform is established, set up the watchtower—a life of prayer where God keeps you alert and guarded.
Through this, healing begins, both within you and in the field.

3) The Antenna

Finally, God raises you as a spiritual antenna—connecting heaven’s power to the earth.
Through you, communication between God’s throne and the broken world becomes possible.

Practical Guidance for New Believers

We use the workbook “God’s Plan for New Family Members” to teach:

Prayer: Enjoy God’s blessings daily without conditions.
Economy of Light: Experience God’s provision for your mission.
Five Strengths: Spiritual, intellectual, physical, financial, and relational strength to fulfill God’s calling.

When guiding new believers, keep it simple.
Don’t overwhelm them with endless explanations.
Just point them to the gospel, the Word, and prayer—these are what truly save and transform lives.

Final Reminder

This is the critical time when everything gets imprinted into a new believer.
Whatever becomes imprinted eventually becomes their root and their spiritual nature.

Therefore, we must carefully guide them into:

The gospel of Christ
The filling of the Holy Spirit
The system of 7/7/7
Living by the covenant, not by calculations
Establishing the two bartizans for victory

This is how we raise disciples who will stand as spiritual platforms, watchtowers, and antennas—restoring the blessings of the throne and shining God’s light to the nations.