2025.07.12 Business Missions
The 237 Nations and the Start of Eternal Answers of the 1st, 2nd, 3rd RUTC (28)
– Bartizan 24 of the 3-day Weekend Age –
Scripture Reading: Ex 2:1-10
The greatest thanksgiving is that finally, remnants are beginning to succeed everywhere. Now that churches are finding stability and remnants are succeeding, pastors and missionaries are gaining strength, and seeing this fills me with gratitude.
One remnant became a pastor and went to the United States, but there was no church building. So, they began holding services in another church’s yard. Then it rained, and the pastor was allowed to use that church building. The pastor and his wife are truly wonderful. They were moved by our remnant pastor’s sermon and decided to give him their church. They even legally transferred the deed. That would never happen in Korea. That’s the kind of meeting I was led to attend. That pastoral couple would sit in the choir seats. Naturally, they came to greet me. But before they did, I had heard something about them. They were musically gifted, and the pastor’s wife said today’s hymn, “Lord, in My Life,” was so moving. So when I met them, I told them, “I’m the one who wrote that song.” Their eyes widened, and they were deeply moved. There are so many things to be thankful for—our remnants are rising.
Also, today’s presider, Pastor Lee Daha, has a beautiful wife, Kim Kyung-ae. She was even in Miss Seoul. Honestly, I thought to myself, “How did she choose that face?” But as time passed, I realized I was wrong. Seeing him preside today, he looked quite handsome.
So, as I see it, hopeful young remnants are rising among the ones you have nurtured. People like Park Soo-hyun, Park Dae-yong, Kim Ik-joo, and Lee Daha—these are the people you raised, and now they’re rising properly. That shows the efforts of our forebears weren’t in vain. We are beginning to see true fruit. So I’m thankful. And I’m truly grateful to the pastors and elders who have stood firm and carried out the gospel movement.
“Serving the 237–5000 Remnant Family”
Today, what we must absolutely hold onto is the remnant among the 237 nations and 5000 tribes. This is not just a phrase. Most children don’t know, but our country lived through very difficult times. Back then, I only knew a few countries—America, England, maybe Japan—just the basics. But at that time, I learned about the country of Sweden. Because Korea was in such hardship, Sweden helped raise talented children by making them part of their families. Of course, the Korean government handled the administrative work. They called it “Yangchinhoe” because they were becoming foster parents. I was connected with one Swedish parent. Help was given through the administration, and when I wrote letters, they took care of it and sent them. That’s the kind of time Korea went through.
Now, even U.S. President Trump has said Korea is a powerful nation and should pay more for defense. So we need to repay the debt. Among those 5000 tribes, there are nations on the brink of death. We must act. It may seem like a small matter, but it’s not. Who was it that sent me tuition money? I don’t know. They simply knew Korea had problems and decided to help a child with their studies. I was one of those who received that help.
Also, in Australia, a few people gathered to start a church, which became our Ilshin Church. That’s where I met the church. Can you say that was a small matter? Today, you’re worshiping here. Businesspeople are rising to serve the church—that is by no means a small thing.
▣ Introduction – [Family]
So, becoming family—this is a very important word. Sometimes people become sworn brothers or adoptive parents. It may seem unserious, but to important people, it was a serious matter. For someone significant to adopt an important future generation as a son—that’s no small thing. Pastor Kim Jang-hwan was raised after being adopted from a shoeshine boy. Even the Apostle Paul said “my son.”
When our excellent remnants succeed, it’s only natural to hear them say, “My pastor is my father.” Right? Elders, when you grow old and look at the outstanding next generation, you should be able to say, “He’s my son.”
Paul even used that word—“my relative”—even when they weren’t relatives. “My mother”—even though she wasn’t his mother. To Timothy, he said, “My son.” To Titus, “My true son.” These expressions about family aren’t just about blood relations.
Starting today, all businesspeople must see remnants and pastors as your family. Right? I am convinced that without this, we can’t truly live a life of faith.
Our former church had a lot of talk going around. But one thing about my mother stood out—she treated all ministers like family. One evangelist was so grateful that he called my mother “older sister.” Even after many years away from church, we kept in touch and exchanged letters. He eventually became a pastor in a region near Daegu. I went to that region for a meeting. He was much older by then and joyfully embraced me. It was different. He called out to his wife, “Honey, come here!” pointing at me. That meant he had married and settled down there.
In the same way, businesspeople and church leaders must consider the pastor they serve as family. If a son commits murder, do you cast him out? No, because he’s family, you protect him. That’s not to say his sin is acceptable. Right? If a grandson makes a mistake, do you throw him out? No matter how wrong he is, you bring him in and embrace him. That’s family.
This is how Paul ministered, and you can see the fruit of that spirit.
(Exodus 2:1–10)
This covenant was delivered to Moses.
1) Three people
Three family members played a crucial role.
1) Jochebed
His mother, Jochebed, used a family strategy to protect Moses.
2) Egyptian princess
At that time, God worked—an Egyptian princess adopted Moses as her son.
3) Jethro
Jethro, the priest, took Moses as his son-in-law. What an amazing beginning.
2) Absolute bartizan – Resolution
What did they see at that time? The absolute bartizan. That’s what led them to make their decision. They didn’t decide blindly. “Even if I can’t raise this child, I’ll send him to the palace.” “Though I shouldn’t help this man, I’ll take him as my son-in-law.” That’s not an ordinary decision. These are resolutions made after seeing God’s absolute bartizan.
3) Historical
It’s not too late even now. Because of this, God gave the most lasting answer in history.
1) Blood – Ten miracles
The blood sacrifice, ten miracles, and Exodus were monumental events.
2) Three feasts
Teaching them the three feasts meant revealing all truth. Many don’t keep them properly. That’s why I preached on the Feast of Weeks last week—its fulfillment must be kept correctly.
3) Ark of the covenant
It’s not the ark that’s important—it’s the covenant. Why do we gather for worship? It’s about the message that sprouts from a dead branch—Aaron, the dead branch, the pastor. Even he must understand. We’re worse than dead branches. Yet God gives life through us. Through what? His Word. That’s what’s in there. So it’s overwhelming.
4) Centered on the tabernacle
And what else? All the people were to center their lives around the tabernacle. No East, West, North, South—every door faced the tabernacle. That’s enough. If you can say, “I lived because of Sunday worship, the three courtyards, and the three-day weekend age,” then you have succeeded centered on the tabernacle. Anything less is mere social service. Not bad—but it’s dedication to the world, not bad either. I’m not saying it’s wrong.
▣ Main point
This is the main point.
Exodus 2:1–10
Look at Exodus 2:1–10. You see three things: absolute impossibility. It was a royal decree. The king ordered all babies to be killed. We think it’s wrong, but from their perspective, it made sense. “Israel is getting stronger. Kill them in advance. They might destroy Egypt. We must stop them.” That’s an accurate observation. I think Pharaoh was smart—he saw correctly. It was absolute impossibility. That royal order couldn’t be disobeyed.
There, Jochebed saw the absolute bartizan. “There’s only one way to save him—send him to the palace.” And what happened? Absolute preparation arose—this is absolute possibility. God’s plan was not death. So Moses went as an adopted son. Many adoptees in America and Europe listening to this message—discover something new. Many are wounded, but you’ve misunderstood. Don’t be misled.
Exodus 3:1–20
Then, Moses was called at age 80. God’s Word will surely be fulfilled. At that time, slaves could not survive. It was impossible. But at that moment, he saw the absolute journey and the guidepost. That was God’s absolute journey. Though it seemed impossible, he saw absolute possibility. It was clearly proven.
Exodus 5:1–12:46
Clear evidence was revealed—they exited Egypt. Pharaoh represented absolute impossibility. His ambition wasn’t even ambition—it was fixed. No one could change Pharaoh’s mind: “Do not release Israel. Never let their descendants live.” That was his political view. “If we release Israel, we lose our labor force. If they join forces with others, they’ll attack us. Keep them as slaves. Just make sure they don’t have children.” That was Pharaoh’s sharp political strategy. No one could change it.
But God made a promise to Moses. “I will strike Pharaoh with a mighty hand.” That was the sign. From then on, ten miracles occurred, yet Pharaoh never truly realized. He only acted out of fear. Even after Israel left, he pursued them again. It ended on the day of the blood sacrifice.
This (main point) must be shared with the whole world.
▣ Conclusion
So in conclusion, though all the covenants God gave Moses are important, the most important is the Word. Moses received many covenants. But the Word is paramount.
1) Problem – Answer (Genesis)
Where is the solution to our unsolvable problems? In Genesis.
2) Liberation (Exodus)
Our problem isn’t just Exodus. True liberation is from darkness. That’s the real Exodus. This (introduction) explains that—because people misunderstand.
3) Wilderness (Leviticus)
What gives power in the wilderness? The three feasts, worship. That’s Leviticus. You must have power in worship. Without it, nothing else matters. Those of you attending this core training and Sunday worship must show proof. Create masterpieces.
4) Timetable (Region) – (Numbers)
Eventually, what is it? What is the timetable for entering Canaan? What is the timetable for answers? That’s the key. When do we enter? When the 12 regions are identified. When the 12 tribes are established. When the 12 tribes are prepared. That’s when God opens the doors. Right? Some say it took 40 years and so on—but the conclusion is this. Unless your region and country are confirmed, you’re living by a temporary timetable. It’s not fake—but it’s temporary. Your life isn’t the real thing yet. When your church, region, and nation are confirmed—that’s when your real life begins.
5) Previous (Deuteronomy)
Lastly, what is it? Doing many things is good. But what came before is more important. It’s important for remnants to go out into the world—but what came before is key. Imprint the works of God thus far. Then you’ll take root on the field. It becomes your nature, and you’ll carry out world evangelization. What’s above the timetable (Numbers) is Deuteronomy.
Truly, truly, God has given a perfect message. I bless you to begin anew in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Prayer. May the grace of Jesus Christ, the solution to all problems, the boundless love of God, and the working of the Holy Spirit be upon all businesspeople who will save the world, from now and forevermore. Amen.