Category: Today’s Word

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

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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).

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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.

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

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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).

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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.

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.

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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

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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.

Proverbs 16:3-9.

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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.

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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.

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.

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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..

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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.

2025.08.03 District Message 31st Week
Scripture Reading: Acts 1:1, 3, 8, 14)

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You are the main figures of history who will save the future. You should share this message in your small group or local church. Now, it is said that we should not worry about the future—but should we, or shouldn’t we? And even if we do worry about the future, does it change anything? On the other hand, should we simply not worry? This is troubling. But we must understand a few important things. Before entering the introduction, we must carefully look at today’s Bible verses. Several important verses have been given.

[Acts 1:1 | Cause]
There is a great cause for the problems that came to mankind. More importantly, there are several causes for future events. The word that solved those causes is Christ. Then how should we prepare for the future? The answer becomes simple. The three backgrounds—Satan, disasters, and hell—do not disappear. If you worry about the future without removing these, it is all in vain. Knowing this means you are not worrying about the future; you are preparing.

[Acts 1:3 | Method]
You must absolutely remember this. God’s kingdom, the throne, has been explained. This explains our background and method. These things happen even now as we pray.

[Acts 1:8 | Only – Future]
And even more important, in Acts 1:8, three key answers have already been given. It says, “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you.” The guidance for the future has been revealed. “You will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.”

[Acts 1:14 | Resolution]
And in today’s Acts 1:14, they made a complete resolution and began. They made a resolution with assurance. What you understand and the resolution of Acts 1:14 are a bit different. You may come here today and receive grace through prayer, but going to that place at that time could mean death. What would you do? You would probably switch churches immediately. “If I go there, I might die.” Yet, despite this, they made these important resolutions and began earnest prayer here.

[Acts 2:17-18 | Future fulfillment]
Thus, Acts 2:17–18 appears. It shows complete fulfillment regarding the future. How specific is it? “Your sons and daughters will prophesy”—this means they will receive the Word. “Your young men will see visions”—this means they will see the vision. “Your old men will dream dreams”—they held onto something even more certain. This is what was said.

▣ Introduction_ Three ages
What is the reason you must receive this blessing? Because three ages are coming.

1. The age of the Nephilim
It is certain—the age of the Nephilim will come. In fact, it has already fully arrived. Much was mentioned in the first service, but simply put, what does “the age of the Nephilim” mean? In Korea, it refers to rituals, shamanistic possessions, and such things. Simply put, in America, it refers to the possession movements of the three organizations. In developing countries, it appears as strange shamanistic activities. The Nephilim age is here. Even the method is already fully revealed in the passage. Genesis 3, 6, and 11—these chapters contain it all. That is why people do meditation movements and such.

2. The age of church confusion
In the midst of this, the church enters an age of confusion. Why? Because without this answer, confusion is inevitable. For those who have this answer, even death is not a problem. For those who have this answer, problems are not a problem. Even receiving answers is not a problem.
I will speak to the remnants about this in the final session. Remnants must absolutely remember this: in your life journey, all kinds of things will happen. What will you do? Every sort of thing will happen. You go out into the world without your parents—everything happens. You cannot rely on what you’ve learned so far. What you’ve picked up from school, what adults have said—if you rely on those, you will suffer loss. So let’s take just one example. Joseph was sold to human traffickers. Right? He was sold to human traffickers. He went as a slave. He went to prison. These are not problems. You must remember this. While he was living as a slave, works arose—he became the household manager. Even in prison, he became the manager. Later, he became the governor. These are not answers. You must remember this. These were just the process. The only true answer is the fulfillment of God’s Word. Right? You must not forget that.
Therefore, those who have this answer—the Early Church was heavily persecuted, right? Naturally, all the fakes gave up. They were branded as terrible heretics. What can you do? So, the age of church confusion comes at the end times for those who do not know this. Jesus also prophesied this. Matthew 24 and 25. Paul also prophesied this in 2 Timothy 3.

3. Public opinion
Not knowing this brings about the final age—an age of public opinion. Public opinion drives everything. Three trends come through this: “All religions are the same. Why keep insisting on church?” They generate public opinion like this. “Don’t discriminate against religions.” They pass laws like this. “Don’t discriminate by gender.” So, in advanced nations now, women’s and men’s restrooms are not separate. To separate them is discrimination. It’s like that. Now, even the government and nations band together to exert power through public opinion. That’s why things don’t work.

▣ Main point
1. Spiritual summit – [holy meditation age]
We especially establish three ages. You must become the spiritual summit—the key figure of the holy meditation age.

2. Only, uniqueness, re-creation – [the three-day weekend age]
Also, only, uniqueness, and re-creation. You must tell this to remnants. Through this, achieve 300% and fully establish the three-day weekend age.

Three ages: holy meditation age, three courtyards age.
3. The age of the three courtyards
Next, you must save your workplace, church, and field. Thus, the age of the three courtyards. That is sufficient.

1. Spiritual summit – [holy meditation age]
Because we must save others with these three, remnants must first become the spiritual summit through the covenant. If you believe today, spiritual works will take place in you. Plan your schedule for today. Set a schedule to receive grace and gain the strength of prayer. What a great day—to make a schedule that brings healing and great strength. This is the timetable to receive answers.
The holy meditation age of the spiritual summit means God will give you what He has hidden.
(Romans 16:25)
You must absolutely do this. Many things are mentioned. Seven remnants are given—do not lose the key.

1) Past problems X
That God gave you what He had hidden means that Romans 16:25 completely resolves past problems. If you do not know this, then your past problems are not resolved. Right? Your mother passed away, but the demon she dealt with now troubles you. Is that resolved? No. You didn’t want it, but the same illness your mother had now afflicts you. That person told me this themselves. They went all the way to America because they hated Korea, but the same thing found them there. Past problems are not resolved. What is hidden from eternity? The power of the gospel, right?

2) Present problems X
Be sure to refer to the workbook—this must be known. Present problems resolved.

3) Future problems X
Even future problems are all included.

2. Only, uniqueness, re-creation – [the three-day weekend age]
Only, uniqueness, re-creation means 300%—this was the answer all seven remnants received, and the three courtyards were where all remnants went. So refer to the workbook when foruming, and this (main point 1, 2) must be shared by you with the remnants. Why do we pray in the church during the three-day weekend age? You must achieve 300%. Absolutely do it. As revealed in WRC, a child who couldn’t speak any English did a musical in English and became fluent. They changed. Future missionaries to China will do Chinese musicals, to Japan—Japanese musicals. In the three-day weekend age, create something—achieve 300%.

3. The age of the three courtyards
And the three courtyards.

1) TCK
Since the whole world is dying the same way, of the three courtyards, you must remember the TCKs. Many countries still don’t brush their teeth or even wash their faces. One child said they brushed their teeth for the first time in Korea. That’s the reality. Yesterday, I asked someone from Myanmar, “After graduating from college and getting a job, how much do you earn?” They said 200,000 won in Korean money. That’s for well-off people in Myanmar. Then what about the poor? I’m not talking about money. What is life like there? Spiritually, how is it? Completely dying. Gain the strength to save them.

2) Healing
3) Summit
Gain the strength to heal them and raise them as summits.
These are the three courtyards. Remember this well.

▣ Conclusion
It’s very easy. Teach the conclusion.

1. 3 concentrations
Pray just five minutes each in the morning, afternoon, and evening. 3 concentrations. Dividing prayer into three times is very important. Even exercise—one hour in the morning is good, but doing 20 minutes three times is better. Why? You can’t eat all meals at once in the morning—same for our spiritual structure. 3 concentrations. If you do this, it will surely be established.

2. 3 settings
Even without going, people will come. Why? Because there is a platform.

3. 3 answers
Then you go into problems, difficulties, conflicts, and crises with the answer already in hand. You must do this.
I bless you in the name of Jesus Christ that today will be a day you gain great strength. I bless you in the name of Jesus Christ that today will be a day of healing—even from unknown spiritual and physical illnesses.

Prayer. God, we give You thanks. Let today be the precious day of grace that concludes this Remnant Conference. Grant us new strength. Clothe us with new grace. By the Holy Spirit, work upon all Your people throughout Seoul, Korea, and the world. Especially, work first by the Holy Spirit in churches waiting for pastors. In the name of Jesus Christ we pray. Amen.

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Acts 2:42-47. They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. ⁴³ Everyone was filled with awe at the many wonders and signs performed by the apostles. ⁴⁴ All the believers were together and had everything in common. ⁴⁵ They sold property and possessions to give to anyone who had need. ⁴⁶ 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, ⁴⁷ praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.

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The most important reason God called us as His church is to worship Him. This calling is not incidental; it is foundational. From the beginning, God’s desire has been to dwell with His people and receive their worship. As He declared through the prophet Isaiah, “The people I formed for myself, that they may proclaim my praise” (Isaiah 43:21). Worship is not simply one aspect of the Christian life—it is the very reason for our existence as God’s people. Everything else we do as the church flows from this central purpose.

Therefore, the church of Christ must urgently restore the blessing of worship in the lives of all believers. In our performance-driven and distracted culture, true worship is often reduced to a weekly event or an emotional experience. But biblical worship begins with hearing and responding to the Word of God. The believers of the Early Church devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching because they understood that the Word is the voice of the living God—active, powerful, and able to transform lives (Hebrews 4:12).

Where the Word flows regularly and abundantly from the pulpit, the weary are renewed, and the spiritually lifeless are revived, just as the dry bones in Ezekiel’s vision rose to life and stood as a vast army (Ezekiel 37:1-14). This is not symbolic language alone—it is a spiritual reality the church must recover and live in.

As God’s Word takes root in the lives of believers and bears fruit, people begin to witness its fulfillment in their own circumstances. Faith grows. Trust in God deepens. Hope is restored. The Word becomes more than information—it becomes the foundation of transformation. This is how the Word of the Lord spread widely and grew in power in the Early Church, not through human strategies or persuasion, but because people witnessed the living power of the Word at work. As the church lives under the authority and power of Scripture, it becomes a light to the world and a refuge for the broken.

Worship is also an intimate fellowship between the Father and His children. It is a sacred encounter in which we not only offer ourselves to God but also receive from Him. In worship, we are reminded of His unconditional and unchanging love. This love does not depend on our performance or worthiness, but flows from His nature. As we respond in thanksgiving, our distorted identity is restored, and our lost authority as His children is recovered. We cease striving to earn God’s favor and begin to rest in the joy of being His beloved, living as bold witnesses of Christ.

As we rediscover who we are in Christ, our hearts, desires, and lives begin to change. We begin to desire what God desires. We are moved to obey His Word—not out of fear or obligation, but out of love. We begin to love one another as Christ has loved us. This love creates true fellowship, where believers share their lives, support one another, and live with the favor of all the people. This kind of unity, however, is not something we can manufacture. It is not the product of effort or agreement, but the gift of God’s Spirit. Only the Holy Spirit can empower us to transcend our differences, overcome prejudice, and maintain the bond of peace.

Whether we are gathered in the church building or worshiping in our homes, one truth must remain at the center—the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. This is what Scripture refers to as the breaking of bread. It is not just a ritual, but a living remembrance of the gospel. The cross is where reconciliation happens—not only between God and humanity, but among people, families, and nations. The gospel is not just good advice—it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes (Romans 1:16).

When we embrace the gospel as our own—”my gospel” (Romans 16:25)—we live out the threefold office of Christ. We reconcile the world to God because Jesus is the True Prophet who led us to the Father (John 14:6). We overcome the forces of darkness because Jesus is the True King who broke the power of Satan (1 John 3:8). We bring healing to our communities because Jesus is the True Priest who offered Himself as the perfect sacrifice (Mark 10:45). And when Christ is exalted in this way, the Lord will add to our number daily those who are being saved. Evangelism becomes the overflow of a worshiping, unified, gospel-saturated church.

Prayer sustains all of this. Prayer changes everything. Throughout Scripture and especially in the book of Acts, we see that when the church prayed, God acted. He poured out the Holy Spirit, healed the sick, opened prison doors, multiplied disciples, and transformed cities (Acts 1:14, 2:42–47, 3:1–10, 4:23–31, 6:1–7, 12:1–24, 13:1–3,  16:13–15, 16:25–34). Every major turning point in the early church was preceded and accompanied by prayer. Prayer was not a supplement to the work of God—it was everything.

So we must become a praying church once again. We must intercede for our pastors, our leaders, our children, our schools, our workplaces, our cities, our nation, and the nations of the world. Prayer is not the last resort—it is the first work. When we pray, we align ourselves with God’s purposes and unleash His power into our world.

And by the Holy Spirit’s power, we must be ready to minister to those suffering under generational spiritual problems and family curses. These are not imaginary or psychological issues—they are deep-rooted spiritual realities that require spiritual solutions. The church must rise as the body of Christ to heal the broken, restore the oppressed, and block the disasters afflicting our cities and our world. We are not powerless spectators—we are watchmen on the wall:

I have posted watchmen on your walls, Jerusalem;
    they will never be silent day or night.
You who call on the Lord,
    give yourselves no rest,
and give him no rest till he establishes Jerusalem
    and makes her the praise of the earth. (Isaiah 62:6-7).

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Prayer. Father, help us—Your church—to recover the full blessing of worship, the joy of true fellowship, the authority of the gospel, and the power of prayer. Awaken us to our identity and calling. Empower us to live not as spiritual beggars, but as sons and daughters of the King. Let us be the people You formed for Yourself, that we may declare Your praise. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Acts 4:32-35. All the believers were one in heart and mind. No one claimed that any of their possessions was their own, but they shared everything they had. ³³ With great power the apostles continued to testify to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus. And God’s grace was so powerfully at work in them all ³⁴ that there were no needy persons among them. For from time to time those who owned land or houses sold them, brought the money from the sales ³⁵ and put it at the apostles’ feet, and it was distributed to anyone who had need.

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The only thing that can truly unite our church in heart and mind is the gospel of Jesus Christ—His death for our sins and His resurrection for our eternal life. No strategy, program, or human effort can bring about the unity that only the gospel provides.

When the first church in Jerusalem continued to proclaim this gospel, the grace of God became visible everywhere. As a result, the believers were filled with joy and favor, and their communities were transformed. The Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved (Acts 2:47).

This same work of God can and will happen again if today’s church returns to the authentic gospel and proclaims it not with mere words but with power, with the Holy Spirit, and with deep conviction (1 Thessalonians 1:5). This was exactly what happened in the church of Thessalonica.

Though they received the message amid severe suffering, they welcomed it with the joy given by the Holy Spirit. Their lives bore unmistakable evidence of the gospel’s power. Their faith became known everywhere, and the Lord’s message rang out from them across entire regions (1 Thessalonians 1:6–8).

They didn’t merely agree with the gospel intellectually—they turned from idols, served the living and true God, and lived in expectation of Christ’s return. In the same way, if we receive and proclaim the gospel with this kind of Spirit-empowered conviction, God will move again in our generation.

The world around us is hurting and desperately needs the healing grace of God. But for that to happen, the church must rise to its calling. We must expose what Satan has done to all generations, especially our young generation—how he has confused their identity, numbed their hearts, and led them into despair. We must also confront the spiritual depravity that has spread through our culture and block the disasters and calamities that have come upon the world.

This is not the responsibility of governments or school systems. While they may play a role in shaping society, they do not hold the calling or the authority to bring about true spiritual transformation. That responsibility belongs to the church of Jesus Christ. Only the church has been entrusted with the gospel—the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes.

The Early Church understood this clearly. They embraced their divine calling to be salt and light in a dark and decaying world. They proclaimed the truth boldly, lived it out faithfully, and became a model for us to follow in every generation.

That is the kind of church we need today. A church that will remain faithful to the truth of the gospel in every circumstance. A church that is filled with the joy of the Holy Spirit. A church that places its faith in God alone. A church that will stand firm against the idols of this world. A church that will protect and proclaim the gospel until the return of Christ.

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Prayer. Father, awaken Your church all over the world. Lead us back to the pure gospel. Fill us with the power of the Holy Spirit, and use us to proclaim the name of Jesus with boldness until He returns. In His mighty name we pray, amen.

Revelation 1:12-20.  I turned around to see the voice that was speaking to me. And when I turned I saw seven golden lampstands, ¹³ and among the lampstands was someone like a son of man, dressed in a robe reaching down to his feet and with a golden sash around his chest. ¹⁴ The hair on his head was white like wool, as white as snow, and his eyes were like blazing fire. ¹⁵ His feet were like bronze glowing in a furnace, and his voice was like the sound of rushing waters. ¹⁶ In his right hand he held seven stars, and coming out of his mouth was a sharp, double-edged sword. His face was like the sun shining in all its brilliance.

¹⁷ When I saw him, I fell at his feet as though dead. Then he placed his right hand on me and said: “Do not be afraid. I am the First and the Last. ¹⁸ I am the Living One; I was dead, and now look, I am alive for ever and ever! And I hold the keys of death and Hades.

¹⁹ “Write, therefore, what you have seen, what is now and what will take place later. ²⁰ The mystery of the seven stars that you saw in my right hand and of the seven golden lampstands is this: The seven stars are the angels of the seven churches, and the seven lampstands are the seven churches.

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The resurrected Christ reigns as the sovereign Lord over His church throughout the world. He has entrusted His church with a single, eternal mission: to proclaim the gospel to all nations until the day He returns in glory.

To fulfill this task, He has given His church the only message that can save the world—the gospel that Jesus is the Christ, as foretold from Genesis 3:15 through Exodus 3:18, Isaiah 7:14, and clearly declared in Matthew 16:16. This gospel is not a human idea but the fulfillment of God’s plan of salvation from the beginning.

He has prepared His church to carry this message of reconciliation (2 Corinthians 5:20). They are not delivering mere information; they are ambassadors of Christ, pleading with the world on God’s behalf.

He has also provided the absolute method to reach every nation: making disciples, baptizing them in the name of the Triune God, and teaching them to obey everything Christ has commanded (Matthew 28:18-20).

Even now, the risen Christ works tirelessly with His church from His throne, confirming His word with accompanying signs (Mark 16:20). He is not passive or distant. He is actively engaged in every part of His church’s mission.

John’s vision in Revelation reveals Christ walking among the seven golden lampstands, which represent the churches. He holds the seven stars, representing the leaders of the churches, in His right hand. He has full authority over the power of darkness and commands angelic hosts to speak to and protect His church. He encourages, warns, corrects, and strengthens His church to this day.

Jesus is deeply involved in His church. He holds His servants in His hand and walks among the churches with sovereign authority—holding the seven stars and walking among the lampstands (Revelation 2:1). He is the First and the Last, the One who died and came to life again (Revelation 2:8). His rule is eternal and unshakable.

He governs His church through His unchanging Word as the sharp, double-edged sword (Revelation 2:12). This Word discerns, pierces, and transforms. It exposes the motives of the heart and brings life where there is death (Ezekiel 37:1-14, Hebrews 4:12).

He also appears as the righteous Judge.  He is the Son of God whose eyes are like blazing fire and feet like burnished bronze (Revelation 2:18). He sees the spiritual reality of each church and addresses it with truth and justice. He refuses to allow compromise with the assembly of Satan (Revelation 2:9).

He knows the deeds of His church (Revelation 3:1). He sees beyond outward appearance and reputation. A church may appear alive but be spiritually dead. No human accomplishment or religious program can fool the all-knowing God. He does not measure success by numbers or buildings but by truth and obedience.

A church that loses its saltiness is like salt that has lost its flavor—useless and trampled underfoot (Matthew 5:13). When the church compromises the gospel, conforms to the world, or loses its spiritual distinctiveness, it can no longer fulfill its purpose to preserve truth, proclaim Christ, and shine light in darkness. Only when the church remains rooted in the gospel and empowered by the Holy Spirit can it retain its saltiness and carry out its mission as the salt of the earth.

We must remember that Jesus possesses absolute authority over His church. He holds the key of David (Revelation 3:7). What He opens, no one can shut; what He shuts, no one can open. He opens doors for the gospel and closes the doors to falsehood. When the church acknowledges His sovereignty, the gates of hell will not prevail.

Jesus oversees His church with faithfulness and truth—He is called the Amen, the faithful and true witness, the ruler of God’s creation (Revelation 3:14). Just as He has always been faithful, He desires His church to be faithful and true to Him. He counsels with patience, warns with compassion, and disciplines in love.

He rebukes not to harm but to restore (Revelation 3:19). His correction comes from love, not anger, with the purpose of leading His church to sincere repentance and renewed devotion. Like a father disciplines a child he delights in, Jesus desires His people to turn from apathy and return to Him with wholehearted faith. He wants His church to know His heart for the world—that none should perish but all come to the knowledge of the truth (1 Timothy 2:4). Through repentance, the church recovers its identity, renews its mission, and shines the light of the gospel once more.

A church God desires is one He remembers and honors for its work produced by faith, its labor motivated by love, and its endurance sustained by hope in the Lord Jesus Christ (1 Thessalonians 1:3). This is a church whose every action flows from a deep trust in God’s covenant, whose service is driven by sincere love for Christ and others, and whose perseverance is anchored in the unshakable hope of His return. It stands as a living testimony of Christ to the world.

As Jesus loved the church and gave Himself up for her, we too must love the church with all our heart and mind. We must pray for our spiritual leaders, support one another in the mission field, and keep our eyes fixed on the global task. The world is desperate to hear the good news that Jesus is the Christ. Let us move beyond the boundaries of our local congregations and denominational lines. Let us unite as the body of Christ to carry out the Great Commission He has entrusted to us.

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Prayer. Lord Jesus, watch over Your church and cause us to arise and shine the light of the gospel to all nations. In Your mighty name, Amen.

Colossians 1:3-5. We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you, ⁴ because we have heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and of the love you have for all God’s people— ⁵ the faith and love that spring from the hope stored up for you in heaven and about which you have already heard in the true message of the gospel.

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We are no longer strangers and foreigners, but fellow citizens with God’s people and members of His household. We are the church, being built together to become a dwelling in which God lives by His Spirit (Ephesians 2:20-22). We live every day in the identity Christ has given us.

This means the church is not just a place we go to on Sundays—it is who we are, every moment of every day. When you go to work, you are the church. When you’re with your family, you are the church. When you’re alone, you are still the church, carrying the presence of the living God.

We must be careful not to grieve the Holy Spirit (Ephesians 4:30). The way we treat one another, the words we speak, the thoughts we hold—these are not small matters. In the church, we must put off all bitterness, rage, anger, harsh words, and slander. Instead, we must be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other just as in Christ God forgave us.

Above all, we must love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins (1 Peter 4:8). Love is the true foundation of the church. Without love, even truth becomes a weapon; even ministry becomes burdensome. But when we truly grasp how Christ has loved us, our hearts will be moved with compassion for the lost and the weak, and our lives will become living testimonies of the gospel.

As the church, we do not fight against people, but against spiritual forces of darkness (Ephesians 6:12). The devil knows the power of a church that is united in Christ. That is why he constantly tries to sow discord, jealousy, and division. But if we hold to the gospel—if we fix our eyes on Christ and pray together—no power of hell can stand against the church.

In this generation, God is calling His church to return to the true message of the gospel—that Jesus is the Christ—to restore the true altar of worship, recover the power of prayer, and reach the 237 nations and 5,000 tribes with the message of the cross. Each member is essential. Every believer has a role. There is no one too weak or unimportant in the body of Christ. God delights in using what the world considers weak to shame the strong (1 Corinthians 1:27).

So today, ask God to use you in His church. Not according to your ability, but by His grace. Offer your heart, your time, your gifts. Let your daily life be a platform for Christ’s glory. Through you, may people see the power of the gospel and be drawn to the Savior.

And let us not give up meeting together. Let us encourage one another daily, and stir up one another to love and good deeds (Hebrews 10:25). Let the church grow—not only in number, but in faith, love, and hope.

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Prayer. Father, I thank You for the love that covers all sins. Help me love deeply, forgive fully, and serve Your church with joy. May our church be filled with Your Spirit and shine as a light in this generation. In Jesus’ name, Amen.