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The Final Masterpiece of the Businessperson and Church Officer

2025.08.09 Business Missions
The 237 Nations and the Start of Eternal Answers of the 1st, 2nd, 3rd RUTC (32)
– Bartizan 28 of the 3-day Weekend Age –
Scripture Reading: Acts 6:1-7

Now, this is beyond the level of Gyeonggi Province.
Especially, all our pastors gathered here in this region and our church leaders, we have finished the WRC conference well.

「The Final Work」
Now, you must create your final work. Think of it as making the final work of your remaining life. In order to do that, there are a few things that businesspeople and church leaders must absolutely keep in mind.

▣ Introduction – Identity
The word “identity” means you must quickly grasp who you are. Also, you must quickly grasp what kind of church your church is.
For example, I often told Immanuel Busan and Seoul. Whenever people come from overseas, they must go there. So I told them, “Open all the doors. There must not be a single closed door. Open everything.” If you don’t understand this, you don’t know your identity.
The same goes for our Darakbang headquarters—we must open all the doors. That is world evangelization.

Why am I saying this? Nationwide and worldwide conferences aside, there has been talk about changing the name of this church. I told them to ask the congregation’s opinion. So they roughly decided—whether to call it Immanuel World Church, Immanuel Remnant Church, or World Remnant Church. Various names came up.
I suggested, for pronunciation’s sake, to make it World Immanuel Church. The old name isn’t bad, but we can’t just stay in the East anymore—we must now do world evangelization.

For businesspeople and church leaders, the unseen identity your church holds determines its revival.
For example, if church leaders gather and say to Peter, “Why did you go to Cornelius’ house and eat?”—that would cause serious problems, right?

1. Vessel
So you must also work to broaden the vessel of your church. Changing the name is a good move—it’s for world evangelization.
A pioneering church is different from an established church, right? When pioneering, the pastor’s family and others must devote themselves 100%. But when the church passes 100 members, you must stop doing that. The family must step back. Once it passes 200 members, it changes again. That’s why most Korean churches never surpass 200 members—because their vessel is set at that size.

Church leaders must open their eyes and pray for this. We don’t have to grow for the sake of growth, but we must discern what this age and region truly need.

2. Judaism – Early Church
What was the difference between Judaism and the Early Church? Judaism built huge temples and a few people ran everything. It seemed grand, but in reality, they were closing doors.
The Early Church’s characteristic was that every believer rose up and evangelized. Completely different.

3. Only, Uniqueness, Re-Creation
The Early Church’s businesspeople and church leaders worked with Only, Uniqueness, and Re-Creation.
That’s why the 7·7·7 bartizan, journey, and guidepost prayers must be your greatest joy. If so, you have a bartizan. You can’t go on the journey without a bartizan. And you can’t establish guideposts without it.
This 7·7·7 prayer must be your greatest strength. The answers that come from this are Only, Uniqueness, and Re-Creation.

▣ Main point – What is the filling of the Holy Spirit?
So for church leaders and businesspeople, to enjoy the important prayer for world evangelization, what exactly is the filling of the Holy Spirit?
You must quickly grasp these three things:

1. 100% Guidance of the Holy Spirit
Receiving 100% guidance of the Holy Spirit.

2. 100% Work of the Holy Spirit
Receiving 100% of the Holy Spirit’s work.

3. 100% Fruit of the Holy Spirit
If you simply do this, it’s enough—100% of the Holy Spirit’s fruit.
Although the expression in the textbook is slightly off, combining these makes 300%. That’s what we call the filling of the Holy Spirit. If this is in place, you will surely win. Business must also be done this way.

1. 100% Guidance of the Holy Spirit

1) Acts 13:1–4 – In Acts 13:1–4, they waited completely for the Holy Spirit to guide them.

2) Acts 16:6–10 – In Acts 16:6–10, even when the door was closed, they didn’t give up. Instead, they were led to Macedonia.

3) Acts 19:1–7, 8 – Before going to Tyrannus Hall, in Acts 19:1–7 they prayed exactly as at Mark’s Upper Room, and in verse 8, it was about the kingdom of God.

You are precious people—enjoy seeing the people, the places, and the work completely. Overly busy or restless people cannot be guided. “Work hard” is something said to lazy people in developing countries—not for this time. Now we must be completely guided by the Holy Spirit.

2. 100% Work of the Holy Spirit
What is the 100% work of the Holy Spirit?

1) Acts 13:5–11 – The forces of darkness were completely broken.

2) Acts 16:16–18 (Nephilim) – The demon-possessed person was healed.

3) Acts 19:8–20 – The incurably ill were healed.

Simply put, the Nephilim were completely broken. This is the work of the Holy Spirit. If you know the Nephilim, it’s easy to break them—because you have authority.

3. 100% Fruit of the Holy Spirit
What is the 100% fruit of the Holy Spirit?

1) Acts 13:12 – The proconsul became a disciple.

2) Acts 16:31 – In Acts 16:31, works arose in the Philippian jail.

3) Acts 19:21 – In Acts 19:21, “You must also see Rome.”

Church leaders, you are important people. Think exactly in this way (main point). Of course, pastors should also think this way, but church leaders should run their businesses this way. If you do, your works will surely appear and world evangelization will take place—because you are children of God and evangelists to save this age.

If your aim is simply to barely survive, then keep doing what you’re doing. But if you want world evangelization, you must do it this way.

When I was young, I realized that no matter how hard I tried, I couldn’t achieve world evangelization. Even those who graduated from top universities, passed top exams, and succeeded in top careers—like my close friend who graduated from Seoul National University, passed the bar exam, and became a judge—earned less than 7 million won a month. That can’t achieve world evangelization.

So I made this (main point) my covenant. And world evangelization has indeed happened—this year’s WRC had more multiethnic attendees than last year, and it will keep growing. We must save the regions trapped in darkness.

▣ Conclusion
Now, let me share something from the recent PK retreat. PKs asked questions we should keep in mind.

1. Essence
They asked how the Remnant movement should continue after this. PKs and MKs must remember: Do not lose the essence. No matter how great you are, if you lose the essence, it’s over.

2. Bartizan, Journey, Guidepost
They spoke about their struggle with spiritual incompetence. That’s honest—everyone has it. The answer is to change your bartizan through prayer. Only then can you go on the journey and set up guideposts. Without changing what’s engraved in you, nothing else will follow.

3. Help – Life
One PK asked: “We’re told not to get used to receiving help—then what should we do?”
Remnants should not reject others’ help or support, but it must not become your way of life. You must live to help others, not to be helped.

4. Walk of faith, Only, CVDIP
They asked about problems, discovering Only, and CVDIP. Remember—most problems are not problems. Even answers are just processes; only the fulfillment of the Word is a true answer. Joseph’s slavery wasn’t failure, nor was becoming prime minister success—it was fulfilling the covenant of world evangelization.

5. Every day, every hour, every matter
They asked about my daily routine. I’m in prayer every day, confirm answers every hour, and confirm 300% in every matter. Do this and you’ll see your talents.

They also asked about evangelism in schools filled with darkness. You don’t need to force evangelism—just hold the answer and wait. God will open the doors.

Finally, someone asked about Catholicism. The key difference is that they place the church above God’s Word, while we place the Word above all. They also misunderstand original sin, thinking like the Jews. They teach salvation by good works, but salvation is only by Christ.

That’s why we must hold firmly to the gospel.

Prayer. May the grace of Jesus Christ, the solution to all problems, the infinite love of God, and the working of the Holy Spirit be with all church leaders and businesspeople who will save the world, from now until eternity. Amen.

PK, MK Identity Recovery – “With”

2024.08.05 PKMK Retreat
Theme: Restoration of PK and MK Identity (Exodus 2:1–10)

Message 2: “With”

Introduction

Many of you asked questions, and I will confirm them after the message.
You must check how much of your questions are addressed in the message. Older people often fall. Why is that? It’s because their center of gravity and rhythm are off. Rhythm is very important. It’s different from speed. Rhythm means that the whole pace is in harmony.
1) Morning prayer – In my case, I wake up very early in the morning. Sometimes I wake up without an alarm, and once I’m up, I don’t go back to sleep. Sometimes I wake up at 5, sometimes at 4. From that moment, I start praying. That is my morning prayer. Because I have to move at that time, I take deep, long breaths. In this way, I pray for several hours. Sometimes I pray while moving and preparing. Sometimes I use an oxygen tank to breathe oxygen while praying. According to the situation, I pray for several hours in the morning, mostly for the day’s schedule. When I do this, I already receive all the answers and strength in the morning. Then I come to meet you. That is when the dialogue prayer with God truly begins. Even what I see becomes prayer. The message and the preparation for it become prayer. Conversations with people—those too become prayer. When things are difficult, I turn them into prayer. Sometimes you feel suffocated, right? Turn that into prayer. If you continue like this, later you’ll begin to see many amazing things. After the meeting, I prepare messages in earnest. Sometimes I give hundreds of messages a month, so I continue to focus and pray with those messages. That’s what we call 24. Even if it’s just 5 minutes upon waking up, it’s good. If you really don’t want to pray, then at least do it before you get out of bed. Taking a shower, then praying—those are religious acts. Even if you yawn while praying, God understands.
2) Daytime prayer – During the day, you should do a type of prayer where you find meaning. “Church and study are hard”—even that is finding meaning. “How should I study?” All of that is prayer.
3) Night prayer – Before you sleep, you must pray, slightly riding the flow of the message. If possible, listen to both the headquarters message and the missionary’s message. If you’ve already heard the missionary’s message—usually it’s your parent—then ride the flow with the headquarters message. It will surprise you. That is 24.

24 / 25 / eternity / implementation / mystery –
Then, there are times when something important comes up. Or something difficult. Or you may be facing something now. That’s when you need to concentrate—on one thing. And it’s amazing. Keep concentrating until the answer comes. That’s why this message talks about limited concentration, selective concentration (because God has already given it), and Oneness concentration (because God keeps the goal). That’s what we call 25. This is a real and practical message. As you continue this prayer, eventually you’re doing this (24). And from there, it leads to this (25). If you continue this, you begin to see works. That is what we call eternity. The works that come from this prayer are eternal.

So don’t let your guard down. If something comes out from your prayer, that later becomes something tremendous. That’s why I say to take notes and collect prayer journals. Later, they become your true asset.
When you grow older, those become great works. Whether it’s drawing, music, or writing a book, it will come out. It influences others. Then you must go 300% ahead in those things. That’s what we call implementation. While doing 24, because in the end, all we have is 24, we must utilize it. At this point, we have a mystery. It descends from above. Right? We have a mystery—an unshakable mystery. We also have many very important mysteries to enjoy. You find answers here. Pastors get messages here. It’s important.

So then, what is the second part of today’s message? It’s WITH.
WITH contains something very important. What were Jesus’ first words? “Follow Me,” right? And when the disciples came to Him, Jesus said this: “I called you to be with Me.” That is a very important statement. No teacher had ever stayed with their students. Jesus was with His disciples. And Jesus’ final words were: “Surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” In the spiritual world, this is tremendous. He said He would be with us by the Holy Spirit. This word WITH is incredibly important.

Lecture 4: With Christ (Philippians 3:21, Matthew 16:16, 2 Corinthians 5:17, 1 Corinthians 3:16, Galatians 2:20)

Then how do we enjoy this blessing? With Christ. Why not say “with God”? Because the way to become a child of the Triune God is Christ. Without this word, there is no salvation. So when we say “with Christ,” it also means “with the Triune God.”

How important is Christ? Philippians 3:21 says He will bring everything under His control. Try this during your focused prayer. Really pray in the name of Christ, and you will see something amazing. That’s why Peter confessed, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.” What happens then? Even if you don’t realize it, you are changed. Your spiritual DNA is changed. That’s huge. Spiritual DNA is transformed.

I’ve said this before—if you have a close friend, go with them to the best fortune teller in your area. That becomes your first evangelism. Don’t go alone—it could be dangerous. Go with someone who knows the area. Just go visit a fortune teller’s place. That person will instantly recognize you. Amazing, right? Why? Because the Holy Spirit is in you. “Don’t you know you are God’s temple and that God’s Spirit dwells in you?” So Paul said this at the end: “I no longer live, but Christ lives in me.” That’s incredible. The forces of darkness come to attack you, but Christ is in you. Disasters come, but Christ is in you. That’s why He said, “It is finished.”

Introduction – The 7 Bartizans
So what must we do? We must build the 7 bartizans within ourselves. Through prayer. Got it? Do this mostly in the morning—7 bartizan prayer.

Main point – Once this happens, three things emerge.

1. Identity
You have an identity. “I am a child of God. I am an MK. I am a PK.” Your identity emerges.

2. Authority
Authority comes according to your identity. Christ is revealed in proportion to your identity.

3. Name
Because we are God’s children, we use the authority in the name of Christ. So Jesus’ final promise in His public ministry was this: “Pray in My name.” No need to sacrifice lambs anymore. “Pray in My name.” No need to keep the festivals anymore. “Pray in My name”—the name before which the forces of darkness tremble, the name by which all creation submits.

♠ Conclusion: Platform ♠
At this point, a critical conclusion emerges.
When you keep praying like this every morning, it becomes your platform. Then it comes. When I dig a well, women come to draw water. Right? If I build a bridge across a wide river, people cross it. To fly, you go to the airport. Platform—because you have a platform God has given you, the answers begin. Don’t lose it. Absolutely do this prayer (7 bartizans).

Lecture 5: With the Remnant (Luke 23:28, John 21:15–18)

This is Lecture 5. Then, with whom should we enjoy this blessing? With the Remnant.
Jesus said, “Do not weep for Me; weep for your children.” That means something important will happen to the next generation.
After His resurrection, Jesus came to Peter—even though Peter had run away and returned to fishing. Jesus came and asked him the same question three times: “Do you love Me?”
Some scholars say the words used were different each time, but in fact, they were the same words with varied terms. Ultimately, it was the same question.
On the third time, Peter responded, “Lord, You know that I love You.”
His previous denial wasn’t the truth—it was because he was afraid. That was a lie. But when he said, “Lord, You know that I love You,” that was true.
Then Jesus said, “Feed My lambs.” That is what He said.
So being with the Remnant is something very important. And you will come to know this more and more.

Introduction – Privileges of PKs and MKs (7 journeys)
PKs and MKs have received tremendous privileges.
So to enjoy this blessing, what must you do? You’ve already heard it—7 bartizans. Now what else comes out of this? The 7 journeys.
What are the 7 journeys? They are the path through which the Triune God works.
This is a tremendous journey. There are ten firm platforms—ten secrets to surviving any environment. That’s how you go forward.
There are five absolute assurances. Nine flows that change the world. That’s how you proceed.
You walk with answers for your entire life. Then it becomes your camp.
This is the journey. This prayer (7 bartizans) is mainly done in the morning, but this journey becomes your daytime prayer.

Main point – What comes from this? Three very important things.

1. Acts 17:1 (Christ)
Acts 17:1 – Why have global superpowers fallen through wars?
Why do the greatest nations now have the highest rates of mental illness?
Why is Japan, one of the best and wealthiest countries in Asia, full of mental illness?
Why has drug addiction become normalized in Europe? You must be careful when you go there.
Why is this happening? Because they do not know the word “Christ.”
So this is what you must explain.

2. Acts 18:4 (Worship and prayer)
On the Sabbath, he went to the synagogue.
What is the most important thing for you? Worship and prayer.
PKs and MKs can easily lose hold of this, thinking, “My dad is the one preaching.”
You must change this from today.
Pastors often miss grace because they think, “I’m the one preaching.” That’s a huge mistake.
We are delivering the Word of God. I receive great grace.
While preparing the Word, I can feel myself being transformed. The answers come in such a surprising way.
Sometimes, as I read the Bible, it matches events perfectly. You must save the Remnants with this.

3. Acts 19:8 (Answer – the kingdom)
Acts 19:8 – What is the true answer? The kingdom of God comes upon you.
Then, naturally, you become a witness.
This is not just words. When Satan is bound, the kingdom of God comes.
When the Holy Spirit comes, the kingdom of God comes.
Unbelievable things happen.
The 7 Remnants overcame their crises—why? Because the kingdom of God came upon them.
When PKs and MKs pray with assurance, the kingdom of God is established.
You must believe this. All the forces of darkness surrounding your church, troubling your surroundings—they are bound in the name of Jesus Christ.

♠ Conclusion: Watchman Bartizan ♠
Then what conclusion comes?
Finally, a watchman bartizan that shines the light to save others is raised.
Not only is a platform formed, but now a watchman bartizan is built to shine the light so others may come.
Because you must walk this journey while shining the light, another kind of answer begins.
People begin to come to you. Eventually, they will flock to you—to see the light.

Lecture 6: With the 237 Nations and the 5000 Tribes (Matthew 28:16–20, Mark 16:15–20, Acts 16:16–18)

This is the final Lecture 6. With whom must we be? With the 237 nations and 5000 tribes.
Whoever is in this field is a blessed person.
Jesus, after His resurrection, said: “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Me. Go and make disciples of all nations. Surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”
He has all authority—therefore, you must stand on this path.
You are the blessed ones. Your parents are already on this path.
You may say, “I have no fruit.” That doesn’t matter.
A missionary family once came to our village. They built a small chapel and left. I attended that church.
Others may not know, but I lived my life of faith there.
Now I go to Australia to proclaim the gospel.
You never know what kind of fruit the seeds your parents sowed will bear.
No one knows. I don’t even have any relation to that church anymore.
But Jesus said: “In My name, drive out demons.” He clearly said it.
“In My name, lay hands on the sick and they will be healed.”
From now on, you must have assurance of healing.
Every year, our leader retreat will focus on healing. You must pray.
“In My name, lay hands on the sick and they will be healed.”
The Lord seated on the throne was with them.
Paul continued this ministry.
“In the name of Jesus Christ, I command you—come out, you evil spirit!” Immediately, the demon left!

Introduction – Era of the 5000 Tribes (7 guideposts)
This is something you must remember.
We are not merely evangelizing the 5000 tribes. That’s not the point.
We must see the era of the 5000 tribes.
That is the key.
Then what must happen? You must establish guideposts in your life.

What kind of guideposts?
(1) Calvary guidepost – The guidepost where everything ended.
(2) Mt Olive guidepost – The mission of the throne.
(3) Mark’s Upper Room guidepost – Experience God’s power and the transformation of the age.
(4) Antioch guidepost – This is the field where your parents are working.
(5) Acts 13:1–5 guidepost – Completely receiving guidance of the Holy Spirit in Asia.
Sometimes, evangelism and missions don’t seem to work.
(6) “Come to Macedonia” guidepost – Later, when great works arose.
**(7) “You must also see Rome” guidepost – “Take courage. You must testify in Rome. Don’t be afraid, Paul. You must stand before Caesar.”
Not, “You’ve suffered enough.” Not, “I’ll let you rest now.”
Just one thing: “You must stand before Caesar. You must proclaim the gospel to Caesar.”

You are remaining to proclaim the gospel.
That’s why God says, “Do not be afraid.”
This is the guidepost you must establish in your life.
That’s it. It is impossible for answers not to come.
Absolutely enter into this. Always…

Main point – Then what comes? Three things.

1. Main figures of the three courtyards
You become the main figures of the three courtyards.
Establish three courtyards as guideposts.

2. Main figures of the three-day weekend age
You are the main figures of the three-day weekend age.

3. Main figures of TCK / CCK / NCK
You are TCKs—the main figures of the TCK age.
Who should TCKs reach out to?
To Remnants in the third-culture world, or in completely opposite cultures.
This “C” stands for “cross.” Cross-culture kids.
Then what is “N”? It means “Not.”
Completely “None-culture kids.”
You must explain this to them.
It’s okay if answers don’t come yet. But they will come.

♠ Conclusion: Antenna ♠
What happens at this point?
God gives you the antenna to save the age.
Just as inserting a chip into a phone connects you to the whole world,
God—being omnipotent—has given you the chip of the Holy Spirit through prayer.
You are connected to the whole world.
This must be passed on.

Q&A for PKs and MKs
Now, I will briefly answer your questions…

(Q&A content follows exactly as written in your original text, already translated.)

Prayer. May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, King of kings, the great love of God our Father, and the powerful working of the Holy Spirit be with all PKs and MKs who will save the world, from now until eternity. Amen.

PK, MK Identity Recovery – “Always”

2024.08.05 PKMK Retreat
Theme: Restoration of PK and MK Identity (Exodus 2:1–10)

Scripture Reading: Exodus 28:6–12, Acts 1:3, 19:8

Message 1: Always

♠ Introduction

The theme for this year is “The Identity of PKs and MKs.” In Exodus 2:1–10, it says a man of the tribe of Levi married a Levite woman. That is identity.

The 2024 Leaders’ Retreat and WRC emphasize 24 (saving myself), 25 (saving the world), eternity (saving the age), execution (resulting in work), and the secret (Genesis 41:38). You must enjoy this model.

24 means having the strength to save myself; it does not mean fasting and praying without rest but gaining the strength from God to study and live. Without this, even elite institutions produce mental problems.

25 is God’s timetable and is the power to save the world. Eternity refers to the eternal timetable that saves the age. Execution means works will follow when these are put into action.

The secret of Genesis 41:38 encompasses survival, spiritual insight, hidden answers, synergy, victory in crisis, the irrelevance of competition, re-creation, becoming the summit, being Nobody who does what no one can, and receiving God’s absolute plan. PKs must receive this blessing.

There is no instruction other than to prepare the vessel. Without a vessel, there can be no filling. Even with minimal knowledge, PKs can save churches.

If a church has fewer than 100 members, someone must take the lead and raise a field bartizan. For example, Boston has 500 universities; there must be disciples there. Pastors with fewer than 100 members must be on the field, while those with more must empower disciples.

Small vessels limit God’s work. Many Korean churches split once they reach 30 or 500 due to small vessels. Churches must implement a district system. PKs/MKs know this reality.

A small tank holds few fish; a large net gathers many. Permission-based fishing techniques mirror this. Large churches must let associate pastors lead. All fields require strength and vessel preparation.

LECture 1: Old Testament – Ephod (Exodus 28:6–12)

1. Tabernacle – Tent
The first identity marker in the Old Testament is the ephod. Priests wore the ephod, which was a distinct garment. More importantly, it bore the names of the 12 tribes, symbolizing intercession. The tabernacle was central. All the tents of the Israelites faced the tabernacle. Why do believers fail? Because their lives are not centered on church, worship, or prayer. This must be restored through testimony and answer.

2. Content – Christ
The tabernacle’s structure points to Christ. The washing basin signifies sanctification. The lampstands, bread table, holy place, and ark of the covenant all represent Christ. Everything inside the tabernacle reveals Christ’s identity and role.

3. Mobility – World Evangelization
The tabernacle was portable. This is significant. It symbolizes world evangelization. For 40 years, the Israelites moved through the wilderness with the tabernacle, signifying a life of mission and movement.

♠ Conclusion: Standard (300%) ♠
PKs/MKs are not just remnants but remnants among remnants. Form 24-hour intercessory prayer teams. The three organizations are doing this and influencing the world. Religious groups and Muslims are also practicing 24. You have the privilege to restore what has been lost. Don’t lose strength by looking at your current situation. God has prepared your future. Hold onto the two lifelines: spiritual revival through prayer and physical and mental health through breathing prayer. The standard is 300%. The Darakbang movement is not haphazard; it has prepared 300%. Through you, the 5,000 tribes will rise. The reason we go to the 237 nations is for the sake of the 5,000 tribes.

LECture 2: New Testament Age – The Throne (Acts 1:3)

♠ Introduction – Holy Meditation Movement (Holy Spirit)
Be the protagonists of the holy meditation movement. This is 25. Without it, the world cannot be saved. Jesus taught only one thing during His ministry: this. He discarded all else and emphasized the one thing the church today ignores. Jesus ate with tax collectors, forgave sinners, and healed on the Sabbath—acts the religious elite could not understand. He rebuked false faith in Matthew 5–7 and incorrect evangelism in Matthew 13. Peter confessed Christ but was told to wait because there was still more to receive. Jesus said, “Do not let your hearts be troubled,” because the Holy Spirit would come. You must do the one thing Jesus commanded: become the main figure of the holy meditation movement. If you enjoy prayer, 25 will come. Then eternal works will follow. When that happens, you will save the age, even without trying.

♠ Main – Watchman
You are called as watchmen. Watchmen need bartizans. That’s why we speak of 7 bartizans, 7 journeys, and 7 guideposts. These are not static but moving. The 7 journeys are not ordinary—they are guideposts that save each age. Spread this holy meditation movement.

♠ Conclusion: OURS ♠
The standard in Message 1 was 300%. In Message 2, it is Only, Uniqueness, Re-creation—this is the system called OURS. Don’t worry. Lay all your anxieties down. Worrying about the future is for unbelievers. You were called before you were born (Jeremiah 1:5). Many people live faulty Christian lives. Don’t be deceived. Hold this truth deep in your heart. Worry for God’s kingdom is right; worldly worry leads to destruction.

LECture 3: Paul’s Era – The Work of God’s Kingdom (Acts 1:3, Acts 19:8)

♠ Introduction – Acts 13, 16, 19
Paul did what Jesus prophesied: he fulfilled the work of God’s kingdom. In Acts 19:8, he boldly proclaimed the kingdom of God for three months. This must be upon your studies. Bold preaching comes from clarity and conviction. In Acts 13, 16, and 19, Paul waited until God’s works were evident. That is key. He prayed until the guidance of the Holy Spirit became reality. Demonic forces broke. When doors closed, he waited—then God opened the way to Macedonia. Lydia’s heart was opened by the Lord. A demon-possessed girl was healed. Great works happened in prison. In Acts 19:1–7, the exact works of Mark’s upper room were experienced. Begin with this prayer. Then Paul boldly proclaimed the kingdom. In Tyrannus, great works occurred. Then he declared, “I must see Rome.” You are the true evangelism movement’s protagonists.

♠ Main

1. The Working (Guidance) of the Holy Spirit – Doors
Acts 13, 16, and 19 show the full working of the Holy Spirit. Paul received clear guidance. That is the blessing you must receive. If doors don’t open, don’t go. The working of the Holy Spirit is tangible and real. The Holy Spirit’s indwelling and His work are distinct. This is what you must enjoy.

2. Healing – Transformation
Healing arose through Paul. Healing will arise through you. Evangelism doors will naturally open as healing takes place. Transformation follows.

3. Synagogues – Remnants (Future)
Paul found synagogues. Why? That’s where the remnants were. And remnants represent the future. When the Holy Spirit works, missions doors open, healing comes, and complete transformation occurs. That is how history is made.

♠ Conclusion: Vessel Preparation (Standard) – WIOS ♠
Prepare your vessel. The standard is WIOS: W (With), I (Immanuel), O (Oneness), S (System of Only, Uniqueness, Re-creation). God is with you wherever you go. That is the witness of Immanuel. What seemed like hardship was actually Oneness. All things work together for good. This has become your system. That is the PK/MK identity. No need for discouragement or pride. Hold onto the covenant and save lives. You all attended the Leaders’ Retreat. Now hold onto a sure covenant. Scripture often marks a turning point: “From that day on.” David was filled with the Spirit when he grasped the covenant. Esther was raised “for such a time as this.” Professors and politicians are valuable, but they cannot do this. The U.S. is turning into a mental institution. Developing nations are worse. God calls remnants to save the 5,000 tribes. When going to them, learn their languages. God works in those who are truly prepared. At WRC, the flags represented locations tied to the 5,000 tribes. This may be the first time in history. Some live on one dollar a month. Many are sick and destitute. Some survive by eating garbage. We must go to save them. When you gain strength, you will save the world and the age. Hold to this now.

To conclude: Be conscious. Be conscious of your thoughts—that is prayer. Be aware of your breathing—that is breathing prayer. When you go somewhere, find meaning. A leaf may be trash to a cleaner, but a poem to a poet. Turn your thoughts into prayer. Your brain will revive without you knowing. Despair and conflict kill the brain. But revived brains awaken the soul, and the soul is connected to eternity. PKs/MKs have seen and known what other remnants cannot. Regular remnants who succeed often work for the world. PKs/MKs work for the gospel and the church. When you succeed, save the church and the global church.

I bless you in the name of Jesus Christ that through Message 1 and 2, this blessing may be firmly imprinted in you.

Let us pray.

Prayer. May the grace of Jesus Christ, the solution to all problems, the infinite love of God the Father, and the working of the Holy Spirit be always with all the PKs and MKs, and upon the infinitely remaining future, from now and forevermore. Amen.

Jesus’ Victory Is Your Victory!

Romans 16:20. The God of peace will soon crush Satan under your feet. The grace of our Lord Jesus be with you.

Do hardships come to the children of God? Absolutely. Jesus Himself made this clear when He said,

“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world, you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world” (John 16:33).

Trouble is not a sign that God has abandoned us—in fact, Jesus guaranteed that peace would accompany us in the midst of trouble. This is what sets believers apart from the world. Unbelievers face trials with fear, bitterness, or despair, but the children of God face the same storms with peace, hope, and the assurance of God’s victory.

Jesus did not merely win eternal redemption for us through His death and resurrection. On the cross, He crushed the head of the ancient serpent, Satan, securing not only our salvation but also our daily victory. His triumph over sin, death, and the world is now our triumph. Because of that, every trial, hardship, or temptation we face is under His sovereign control and will ultimately serve His purpose.

God often uses suffering to reveal something far greater than we could ever imagine. Paul reminds us,

“No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it” (1 Corinthians 10:13).

What looks like a dead end is often God’s hidden doorway into something new. No matter how bleak or impossible your current circumstances may appear, you will not be overcome—you will come out victorious.

History testifies to this truth. God has never once failed His people, no matter how severe their suffering. Hebrews 11 lists those “of whom the world was not worthy”—saints who endured unspeakable persecution, yet not a single one was destroyed. All of them overcame the world by faith. Consider the first church in Jerusalem. After Pentecost, they experienced powerful growth but were soon met with fierce persecution. Stephen’s martyrdom (Acts 7) appeared tragic, but it became the spark of a worldwide gospel movement.

Luke recorded what happened next: “On that day a great persecution broke out against the church in Jerusalem, and all except the apostles were scattered throughout Judea and Samaria… Those who had been scattered preached the word wherever they went” (Acts 8:1, 4). That scattering led Philip to Samaria, where revival broke out, and later to the Ethiopian eunuch, opening the door of the gospel to Africa. Persecution was not the end—it was God’s method. What seemed like suffering was actually sending.

This pattern continues throughout church history. Every wave of persecution fueled even greater movements of the gospel. The Word of God continued to grow and spread in power (Acts 6:7; 12:24; 19:20). Despite efforts from ten Roman emperors to wipe out the church over 200 years, they failed. The more the Church was struck, the stronger it became—like yeast working through the whole batch of dough, the gospel spread until it transformed the very empire that tried to destroy it.

This is the power of Christ. He is the gospel. And if God is for us, no one can be against us (Romans 8:31). Whatever trouble you face today, know this: you are more than a conqueror through Christ who loves you (Romans 8:37). Nothing in heaven or earth—not trouble, hardship, persecution, or danger—can separate you from His love (Romans 8:39).

God has allowed the trials in your life not to harm you, but to fulfill His eternal purpose through you. The trials themselves are not the goal—the gospel advancing through those trials is. Paul viewed his own imprisonment this way: “Now I want you to know, brothers and sisters, that what has happened to me has actually served to advance the gospel” (Philippians 1:12).

So don’t be deceived by appearances. Don’t give in to fear or unbelief. Instead, rest in the peace of Christ and hold firmly to the promise that “the God of peace will soon crush Satan under your feet” (Romans 16:20).

Prayer. Father, I rest in Your peace, knowing that You lead me to victory in every circumstance. Guard my heart from unbelief when trials come. Open my eyes to see Your greater plan unfolding through every challenge. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Do Not Dwell on the Guilt of the Past!

Isaiah 43:25. I, even I, am he who blots out your transgressions, for my own sake, and remembers your sins no more.

Nothing weighs heavier on the soul than the guilt of our past. King David expressed the excruciating burden of unconfessed sin when he wrote: “My guilt has overwhelmed me like a burden too heavy to bear” (Psalm 38:4).

Elsewhere, he described the inward decay and suffering that sin caused within him: “When I kept silent, my bones wasted away through my groaning all day long. For day and night your hand was heavy on me; my strength was sapped as in the heat of summer” (Psalm 32:3–4).

But sin is not merely about feeling terrible—it goes far beyond guilt, pain, or regret. Sin made us slaves of the devil and enemies of God. Since the fall of Adam, the power of sin has ruled over humanity, dragging us into despair and driving us toward the shadow of hell itself.

Sin is not just something we do—it is the condition into which we were all born. From the very beginning of our lives, we inherited a sinful nature passed down from Adam, making us spiritually separated from God. This is why David confessed, “Surely I was sinful at birth, sinful from the time my mother conceived me” (Psalm 51:5). This is the inescapable reality of original sin, a condition that affects every person without exception.

This is why Scripture declares, “For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God” (Romans 3:23). We cannot help sinning because we were born spiritually dead—sinners by nature. From the moment of our birth, we inherited a fallen condition separated from God. As Ephesians 2:1 says, “You were dead in your transgressions and sins.”

The spiritual death means we were completely incapable of escaping the power of Satan, disasters, and hell by our own efforts. We could not seek God, obey His will, or live apart from Him. Our sinful actions flow from this deeper reality of being dead in spirit and enslaved to sin. That’s why we needed more than moral improvement—we needed new life. This is precisely why we need a Savior.

Because of His boundless mercy and unfailing love, God sent His one and only Son—Jesus Christ—to offer Himself as a ransom for our sins (Mark 10:45). Jesus died on the cross not only to forgive us, but to completely break the power of sin over our lives:

When you were dead in your sins and in the uncircumcision of your flesh, God made you alive with Christ. He forgave us all our sins, having canceled the charge of our legal indebtedness, which stood against us and condemned us; he has taken it away, nailing it to the cross. And having disarmed the powers and authorities, he made a public spectacle of them, triumphing over them by the cross” (Colossians 2:13-15)

Through His death on the cross, Jesus stripped Satan and all demonic powers of their authority. What looked like a defeat was actually the ultimate triumph, as Jesus exposed and humiliated the kingdom of darkness before heaven and earth. By the cross, once a symbol of shame, Jesus crushed the enemy, broke the curse of sin, and declared freedom for all who believe, precisely as He promised:

“And I will put enmity between you and the woman, and between your offspring and hers; he will crush your head, and you will strike his heel” (Genesis 3:15).

Because of what Christ has done, we no longer live in fear or bondage—our accuser has been disarmed, and we now walk in the victory Christ has already won. His victory has become our victory!

Through the redemptive work of Jesus, God now declares all who believe in Him to be righteous (2 Corinthians 5:21). We have been given the right to become children of God (John 1:12) and have been permanently set free from the dominion of sin (Romans 8:2).

However, to truly enjoy the fullness of forgiveness, we must respond by acknowledging the absolute impossibility of our spiritual state, just as David confessed: “If I had cherished sin in my heart, the Lord would not have listened” (Psalm 66:18). When we try to hide or justify our sins, guilt begins to take root and grow within us, breaking the intimacy of our fellowship with the Father. We lose the confidence to stand in His presence.

But when we come before Him in honesty and humility: “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness” (1 John 1:9). God restores what was broken, purifies our hearts, and reopens the flow of His blessing in our lives.

Do not be led by your emotions or feelings. The truth of God’s Word is greater than what you feel. He has forgiven you—not because of your worthiness, but because of His own name and His covenant love: “I, even I, am he who blots out your transgressions, for my own sake, and remembers your sins no more” (Isaiah 43:25).

Like the father who longed for the return of his prodigal son—having already forgiven him in his heart, God is always ready to restore you (Luke 15:11–32). He waits with open arms—not to condemn you, but to embrace you.

So today, hear the loving voice of your Father calling you back: “I have swept away your offenses like a cloud, your sins like the morning mist. Return to me, for I have redeemed you” (Isaiah 44:22).

Prayer. Father, I come before You, holding fast to Your unshakable promise of forgiveness. Let me no longer live under the burden of guilt, but in the freedom of Your grace. Restore to me the joy of Your salvation, and help me walk each day in victory over sin, hell, and Satan. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Wednesday Worship Service: August 6, 2025

Hymn
It Is Well With My Soul
^{Horatio Spafford}

When peace like a river attendeth my way,
when sorrows like sea billows roll;
whatever my lot, thou hast taught me to say,
“It is well, it is well with my soul.”

It is well with my soul;
it is well, it is well with my soul.

Though Satan should buffet, though trials should come,
let this blest assurance control:
that Christ has regarded my helpless estate,
and has shed his own blood for my soul. Chorus

My sin oh, the bliss of this glorious thought!
my sin, not in part, but the whole,
is nailed to the cross, and I bear it no more;
praise the Lord, praise the Lord, O my soul! Chorus

O Lord, haste the day when my faith shall be sight,
the clouds be rolled back as a scroll;
the trump shall resound and the Lord shall descend;
even so, it is well with my soul. Chorus

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.
On 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
Romans 16:25-27

Now to him who is able to establish you in accordance with my gospel, the message I proclaim about Jesus Christ, in keeping with the revelation of the mystery hidden for long ages past, ²⁶but now revealed and made known through the prophetic writings by the command of the eternal God, so that all the Gentiles might come to the obedience that comes from faith— ²⁷to the only wise God be glory forever through Jesus Christ! Amen.

Message
The Temple That Opens the Age of Holy Meditation
^{Pastor Ryu Kwang Su}
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We must open the holy meditation age, and we need a temple that opens the holy meditation age. Why must we do this? The reason is the concept. What must we do? That’s the content. How should we do it? That’s the system. It must be something people are bound to come to. Only when this is prepared will God bless.

▣ Introduction
1. Re-creation of darkness
1) 12 strategies (Nephilim) – Satan re-creates with 12 strategies, disguising them as something good to create Nephilim.
2) 5 strategies – The church is unknowingly helping Satan’s 5 strategies.
3) The brain – It leads to spiritual disease.

2. We must carry out the re-creation of light.
1) Heal the root.
2) Heal the imprint.
3) Heal for re-creation.

3. Power – We must possess the power of world evangelization.
1) Power – Without power, remnants cannot overcome the world.
2) Tacit – Invisible strength.
3) Authority – Power from above.
4) Heavenly, Thronely, Eternally – Power that overcomes the ruler of the air, throne power, eternal power.
5) Trinity – God the Father, Christ, and the Holy Spirit are our strength.

▣ Main – The content of the temple of the three courtyards
1. Restore the root – The courtyard of healing
1) Establish watchmen.
2) Build the bartizan, walk the journey of world evangelization, and set up guideposts.
3) Change the imprint, root, and nature.

2. Discover the fundamental mystery – The courtyard of the remnants
1) Only – Discover it.
2) Uniqueness – Carry it.
3) Re-creation – Create your masterpiece.

3. Possess the real mystery that saves the 237 nations and 5,000 tribes – The courtyard of the Gentiles
1) The three courtyards, the three-day weekend age, and the holy meditation age are connected.
2) Make 300%: yourself, your work, your field, missions, and the church.
3) Romans 16:25–27 – Solve problems of the past, present, and future.

▷ If you have the prayer to build such a temple, God will work. What kind of church, what kind of missionary is needed?

▣ Conclusion
1. Summit prayer – You must remain in prayer. Begin the 3 concentrations.
2. Summit evangelism – Overturn the field with an invisible system.
3. Summit masterpiece – If your goal is to make money or succeed, you must go beyond that. From the beginning, set your heart on world missions.

▷ It is because we do not know how to pray and have not understood the introduction that we are unable to do it.

Forum & Prayer

Enter His Presence with Confidence!

Hebrews 4:16. Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.

Having the assurance of salvation and the guidance of the Holy Spirit leads naturally to the assurance of answered prayer. When you belong to God through Christ, prayer is not a ritual or wishful thinking—it is a powerful, spiritual reality. Your Heavenly Father knows every word you think or speak in prayer, and He answers in His perfect time and way.

This is why you must understand what truly happens when you pray: “Another angel, who had a golden censer, came and stood at the altar. He was given much incense to offer, with the prayers of all God’s people, on the golden altar in front of the throne” (Revelation 8:3).

You may be praying quietly in your room or while walking on the street, yet your prayer is heard at the throne of the Triune God. Nothing you say or even imagine in prayer is forgotten by your Father in heaven. He treasures your prayers, and they rise before Him like incense.

Therefore, you must pray with the conviction that this spiritual reality is true. When you pray, the Holy Spirit begins to work—not only within your heart but also in your surroundings, opening doors, changing circumstances, preparing the way for God’s will to unfold, and fulfilling the covenant of world evangelization.

When you fall before God in the midst of trouble, humbly asking for His grace and mercy, He hears you. He will answer you—not always in the way you expect, but always according to His perfect will (1 John 5:14). The power of prayer far exceeds human understanding. The prayer of a child of God moves the very throne of the Father.

That is why you must not be concerned about what others think when you pray. As Jesus taught: “When you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you” (Matthew 6:6). Focus on Him alone. Speak honestly and openly with your Father, who sees your heart and knows your needs before you even ask (Matthew 6:32).

Consider Hezekiah. Surrounded by a vast enemy army, he had no options left. He turned to God in prayer, holding firmly to the covenant given to his ancestors. God heard his cry and “that night the angel of the Lord went out and put to death a hundred and eighty-five thousand in the Assyrian camp” (2 Kings 19:35). One prayer of faith released the power of heaven.

God also sent an angel to strengthen Elijah in his despair (1 Kings 19:5–7). When Elisha was surrounded by enemy forces, God opened his servant’s eyes to see the hills full of horses and chariots of fire sent for protection (2 Kings 6:13–17). Daniel, thrown into the lions’ den, was rescued when God sent an angel to shut the mouths of the lions (Daniel 6:22).

In Jeremiah 33:1–3, God gives a powerful promise about prayer. While Jeremiah was still confined in prison, the word of the Lord came to him a second time: “This is what the Lord says, he who made the earth, the Lord who formed it and established it—the Lord is his name: ‘Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know.’”

Thus, when you pray, hold first firmly to the Word of God (Jeremiah 33:1). Nothing in your life happens by chance. Every detail is under the care of the One who made, formed, and established the earth (Jeremiah 33:2). God is sovereign, and He has a precise plan for your life. Your task is simple: call unto Him in prayer (Jeremiah 33:3), and He will reveal hidden things—remarkable truths and future plans that you could never know on your own.

When you pray this way, God will open your eyes to see the true condition of the world: covered in spiritual darkness, stricken by disaster, confusion, and fear (Jeremiah 33:4–5). But God desires to use your life to proclaim His remarkable secrets—the mystery of Christ to a broken world.

Wherever you go with the gospel, God promises to bring health, healing, peace, security, and forgiveness. Through you, He will display His glory, bringing renown, joy, praise, and honor among the nations. The world will witness what God does in your life and will stand in awe, trembling at the abundant prosperity and peace He provides (Jeremiah 33:6–9).

With these truths in mind, begin to live a life of 24-hour prayer. Pray about the specific things God desires (Matthew 7:7–8; Luke 18:1–8), at specific times (Daniel 6:10; Acts 3:1; Acts 16:13, 16, 23–31), in specific places (Acts 1:12–14; Acts 12:1–19), and with the people of God (Matthew 18:19–20).

Begin each day in prayer, drawing strength from the power of the Triune God, just as David did when he said, “In the morning, Lord, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly” (Psalm 5:3), and as Jesus did when He rose early to pray in a solitary place (Mark 1:35). Align your heart with His will, renew your spirit, and equip you for the day’s challenges. It is a time to receive His wisdom, peace, and strength, anchoring your soul in His presence before the noise and demands of life begin. By committing your day to Him in prayer, you open yourself to His guidance and power, allowing Him to direct your steps and sustain you in all things.

Throughout the day, continually confirm His guidance and answers through prayer, as David confessed, “The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing” (Psalm 5:3). Let every meeting, conversation, and event become a moment of prayerful communion with Him. Remember, every problem that God allows comes with His answer; every conflict is a divine signal to renew your heart and mind; and every crisis is an opportunity to witness and experience the power and faithfulness of God at work in your life.

At night, reflect on the day and confirm God’s guidance and answers through His Word, entrusting both the day that has passed and the day to come into His hands. Allow Scripture to search your heart, as it is written, “Though you probe my heart, though you examine me at night and test me, you will find that I have planned no evil” (Psalm 17:3). Let God’s Word examine, refine, and prepare you, bringing peace, clarity, and renewed trust for what lies ahead.

This is Prayer 24. Remember, prayer is not just speaking—it is the awareness and enjoyment of God’s presence. When you realize that the Creator of the universe walks with you, you will stop worrying. You will not desire anything above Him once you understand how deeply God cares for you. He will become your greatest reward. You will value your relationship with your Father more than the answers to your prayers. Simply being alone with Him will bring you the greatest joy and satisfaction.

Cherish the privilege of prayer that God has given you. Pray continually throughout your day, knowing that every prayer is heard, every word is treasured, and every need is already known. So, approach your Father’s throne with boldness and assurance

Prayer. Father, I come before You with confidence in Your Son Jesus Christ. Fulfill Your Word and accomplish Your will in my life today. Help me to walk in faith, trusting Your presence, and enjoying the privilege of prayer. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Trusting God in Every Step

Proverbs 16:3-9.

³Commit to the Lord whatever you do,
and he will establish your plans.

⁴The Lord works out everything to its proper end—
even the wicked for a day of disaster.

⁵The Lord detests all the proud of heart.
Be sure of this: They will not go unpunished.

⁶Through love and faithfulness sin is atoned for;
through the fear of the Lord evil is avoided.

⁷When the Lord takes pleasure in anyone’s way,
he causes their enemies to make peace with them.

⁸Better a little with righteousness
than much gain with injustice.

⁹In their hearts humans plan their course,
but the Lord establishes their steps.

Many believers acknowledge the idea that God is present in their lives, but in reality, they struggle to live by that truth. While they may confess with their lips that “God is with me,” this conviction often fades when life becomes difficult. In times of hardship, suffering, or uncertainty, they fall into fear and doubt, turning instinctively to worldly solutions. This reveals a dangerous gap between intellectual agreement and true, living faith in the Word of God.

Genuine belief in God’s presence is not just a theological concept—it must be the foundation of our daily thoughts, decisions, and actions. Scripture speaks plainly about God’s intimate involvement in every detail of our lives:

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight” (Proverbs 3:5–6)

This is not merely an encouragement—it is a command and a promise. We are not to trust partially, nor are we to rely on our limited human reasoning. God calls us to surrender every way—our plans, relationships, struggles, and future—into His hands. In return, He promises to direct us clearly and faithfully.

Proverbs 16 takes this point further: “Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans” (Proverbs 16:3). When we entrust our plans and actions to God, He becomes the one who shapes and secures them. Our confidence is no longer in our ability to manage life but in His power to lead it perfectly.

When we lack faith in God’s constant presence, we become vulnerable to powerful emotional and spiritual forces. The effects of unbelief are not merely abstract; they are deeply personal, damaging, and even deadly. Fear takes root, inferiority overwhelms us, guilt and shame linger, and hatred can find a place in our hearts. These burdens weigh heavily on the soul and block the flow of God’s Word in our lives. Unbelief cuts us off from the joy and freedom that comes from walking with God daily.

Scripture warns us that there is a spiritual enemy who seeks to take advantage of this unbelief. Though invisible, Satan is actively working, trying to penetrate our minds and lives with deception and darkness. He uses subtle, evil strategies to shake our trust in God and lead us astray (1 Peter 5:7-8).

Scripture reminds us, “The Lord works out everything to its proper end—even the wicked for a day of disaster” (Proverbs 16:4). God is sovereign even over evil, and He will bring all things to their proper end. Satan’s efforts, though fierce, are no match for the power and authority of God.

This is why Jesus promised to walk with us personally. The Spirit of Jesus, the Holy Spirit, is with every believer, guiding, comforting, and empowering them to stand firm (John 14:16, 26-27, 16:13). When we awaken to this spiritual reality and learn to depend on Christ in our everyday lives, we begin to experience His power in us and through us.

The devil’s favorite tactic is unbelief. If he can sow seeds of doubt in your heart, he can keep you from enjoying the fullness of God’s presence. But the Holy Spirit always works through faith in Christ. Faith opens the door for His leading, His strength, and His peace. “In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps” (Proverbs 16:9). Our job is not to control every outcome but to walk in faith, trusting that God is guiding every step.

Remember this: when you acknowledge that God is leading you in every circumstance by His unchanging Word, He will open your ears to hear Him clearly. You will begin to sense His guidance, His warnings, and His encouragement. But if you refuse to trust Him—if you dismiss His Word or treat it lightly—you cannot be led by the Holy Spirit. God leads those who listen, and He speaks through His Word (Revelation 1:3).

Today’s Word also reminds us of the attitude God desires: “The Lord detests all the proud of heart. Be sure of this: They will not go unpunished” (Proverbs 16:5). Humility and trust open the way to divine guidance, while pride and self-reliance block it. “Better a little with righteousness than much gain with injustice” (Proverbs 16:8). Living in step with God’s will, even in simplicity, is far better than worldly success gained apart from Him.

Therefore, commit to following God’s Word in every step you take. Let Scripture be the lamp to your feet and the light to your path. Do not rely on your emotions or the opinions of others. Do not let fear or doubt guide your decisions. Let the Word of God, alive and active, lead your life with confidence and peace.

Prayer. Father, help me in my unbelief. I confess that I have often forgotten Your presence and turned to my own understanding. Open my eyes to see that You are with me. Open my ears to hear Your voice. Lead me by Your Holy Spirit, and anchor me in Your Word. Help me walk each day with the unshakable assurance that You are guiding me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Stand on God’s Testimony!

John 5:24. Very truly I tell you, whoever hears my word and believes him who sent me has eternal life and will not be judged but has crossed over from death to life.

No one in history has ever dared to claim to be God—except one: Jesus of Nazareth. Throughout the ages, countless cult leaders have arisen, boldly claiming to be the Messiah, the Savior, or even divine. Yet without exception, they all died like ordinary men and remain buried in their graves to this very day.

Jesus, however, is unlike any other. His birth, His life, His crucifixion, His death, and His resurrection were all foretold for thousands of years and precisely fulfilled according to the Scriptures (1 Corinthians 15:3-4). From beginning to end, Jesus fulfilled the prophecies concerning the promised Messiah, proving through His life and works that He is indeed the Son of the living God.

Not only were these major events fulfilled, but even the smallest letter and the least stroke of a pen in Scripture were realized in Him. Every detail pointed to this truth: Jesus is the Christ, the Anointed One, sent by God to destroy the devil’s work and redeem and save His people.

Why is this so significant? Because without Christ, no one can escape from the power of Satan, the bondage and curse of sin, and the condemnation of hell. Human effort, good deeds, religion, or philosophy—none of these can break the chains that hold humanity captive.

But Jesus Christ, who rose again from the dead, now reigns as King. He rules over His saints and His Church and is advancing His unshakable kingdom throughout the world by the power of the gospel.

Therefore, it is critical that we stand on the firm foundation of Jesus Christ and His Word. When we are shaken by circumstances, tempted by the world, or consumed by worry, we must remember that our enemy, the devil, prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour (1 Peter 5:7-8).

To overcome him, we must cling to the unchanging promises of God. Mere intellectual knowledge of this truth is not enough—we must personally experience the reality of being children of God: “Yet to all who did receive him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God.” (John 1:12)

When we truly receive Christ and believe in His name, we realize that the gospel has already solved every problem of our life—past, present, and future. The problem of original sin. This fundamental separation from God cannot be undone by anything we do. The problem of Satan. No human power can free us from his grasp. The problem of death and judgment. Every person must face it. The problem of hell. This was the destiny of all humanity.

But the moment you receive and believe in Jesus Christ—the One whom God has sent—you are no longer under judgment, condemnation, or the curse of sin. At that very moment, a divine exchange takes place: your guilt is taken away, and Christ’s righteousness is credited to you. You cross over from spiritual death to true, everlasting life—never to return to the former state of separation from God (John 5:24).

At the cross, all our problems—past, present, and future—were fully and finally resolved. The burden of sin, the power of death, the grip of Satan, and the fear of judgment were all broken through the finished work of Jesus Christ. By His sacrifice, He satisfied the demands of God’s justice and opened the way for us to be reconciled to God. As Scripture declares, “Because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit who gives life has set you free from the law of sin and death” (Romans 8:2). No longer are we bound by the chains of sin or enslaved by fear of death, for the Spirit of life in Christ has liberated us into the freedom and victory of God’s children.

Now, the Spirit of God dwells within us as a living, active reality in the hearts of those who believe (John 14:16). The Holy Spirit is our Counselor, guiding us into all truth; our Comforter, bringing peace (John 14:26-27). And He will tell us what is yet to come, revealing the things that are hidden and preparing our hearts for what lies ahead (John 16:13).

A person without this assurance lives like a debtor, endlessly striving to repay a debt that has already been paid in full—a burden that no longer exists. This is the tragic reality for many who, unaware of the finished work of Christ, continue to labor under guilt, fear, and self-effort, trying to earn what has already been freely given. But on the cross, Jesus settled everything. With His final breath, He declared, “It is finished” (John 19:30), signifying that the debt of sin was fully paid, the power of Satan was broken, and the way to God was opened once for all.

He did not come to be served but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom—a full payment—for many (Mark 10:45). His sacrifice was not partial or conditional; it was complete, final, and sufficient for all who believe. There is nothing more to add, nothing left to earn, and no further price to pay. The work of redemption was finished at the cross, and Christ paid it all with His own blood. Because of this, we are no longer bound by the chains of guilt, fear, or religious striving.

We are no longer slaves to sin or the opinions of men. You owe nothing to the devil or anyone anymore. Instead, we are set free to live as beloved children of God—redeemed, accepted, and secure in His grace forever (Romans 6:14). Do not live like a beggar or an orphan. You are a child of the Most High God, redeemed and precious in His sight: “You are precious and honored in my sight, and… I love you.” (Isaiah 43:4).

To restore us to Himself, Jesus personally carried our sins in His own body as He hung on the cross. His purpose was that we would turn away from sin and instead live lives that reflect His righteousness. Through the wounds He suffered, we have been healed—spiritually, completely, and eternally. At one time, we were like lost sheep, wandering far from God, but now we have come back to the true Shepherd and Overseer of our souls (1 Peter 2:24–25)

Let your Shepherd protect you. Let your Overseer guide you. Whenever you feel shaken or overwhelmed, stop listening to the world’s voice. Instead, remember what Jesus said:

“My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; no one will snatch them out of my hand. My Father, who has given them to me, is greater than all; no one can snatch them out of my Father’s hand. I and the Father are one.” (John 10:27–30)

You are in good hands—in fact, in the most secure place in the universe—in Christ. And God will never let you go. Therefore, do not rely on human testimony, because God’s testimony is greater. Hear what God says about you:

“And this is the testimony: God has given us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not have the Son of God does not have life. I write these things to you who believe in the name of the Son of God so that you may know that you have eternal life.” (1 John 5:11–13)

Stand firm on the foundation that can never be shaken—Jesus Christ, who existed from eternity past, came in the flesh to save us, rose again to give us victory and authority, will return when the gospel reaches all nations, and will judge all creation to establish His eternal kingdom..

Prayer. Father, You have called me to Your eternal glory in Christ. Help me stand strong, firm, and steadfast on the foundation of Your promise. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

Prayer of the Week: August 3, 2025

Heavenly Father, thank You for calling me to shine the healing light of Christ. Let me not fall into the sin of ignorance, but know that You are the light, Christ is the light, and I am the light of the world. May this light heal future generations, restore the economy of light, and save our nations. Help me to proclaim this light, standing as a watchman who prepares the way and declares Your Word. Let darkness be broken, and let many return to You through this light.

May the Triune God work powerfully within me.
Take full control of my soul, heart, thoughts, and body.
Let the power of Your throne come upon me, and may Your kingdom be established in and through my life.
May Your power that transcends time and space—the power to reach all 237 nations and 5,000 tribes—rest upon me.
Let this heavenly power come to my life, my soul, and every part of my living.
May unprecedented and never-repeated answers be revealed in my studies, work, church, and mission field.
Let the power of Your divine work cover my past, present, and future.
Grant me the five powers and the strength to overcome the ruler of the kingdom of the air.
Open my spiritual eyes to see the blessing of the CVDIP in advance.
May the strength to build the three courtyards come upon me.

Lead me on the path of the Triune God.

Amid hardships, help me enjoy the Ten Mysteries so I may find the path You are leading me on.

People say and do whatever they think is right. May the Ten Foundations be firmly established in me.

Nothing can defeat the power of the Gospel. May the Five Assurances be the answer for me.

I must change America [replace it with your mission field]. Help me enjoy the Nine Streams of the Throne.

Grant me the answer to enjoy for the rest of my life as I live the life of the evangelist.

I’m going to [replace it with your mission field]. May every place and meeting become the camp of the throne.

May the power of the cross, the power of the blood, come to every place You send me.

May the covenant of the Mount of Olives, the things of the kingdom of God, be fulfilled in every place You send me.

May Your work, which took place in Mark’s Upper Room, take place in every place You send me.

May Your time schedule for Antioch appear.

May Your work, which took place in Asia, Paul’s first mission field, where he could find all the answers, be accomplished.

Help me discover the life-turning point that Paul’s team experienced.

Grant me the grace to see Rome as well.

In Jesus’ name, Amen.