December 12 Thurs.

The Guidepost that Changed the World

Acts 11:19-30 / Now those who had been scattered by the persecution in connection with Stephen traveled as far as Phoenicia, Cyprus and Antioch, telling the message only to Jews. (19)

Hymn #524 Come to the Saviour, Make No Delay (Unified Hymn 313)

[Message Video]
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There is something you must first confirm just as one reflects upon oneself. Through the tribulation of Stephen, the place the scattered people gathered due to Stephen’s tribulation was Antioch Church. It was from there world changing events arose. Peter went to Cornelius’ house and relayed the Gospel. However, the church rose in protest just because Peter ate at a Gentile’s house. Like so, the Jewish people upheld every single Law and blocked the Gospel. If you too can’t realize the Gospel, you will not know what true “sin” is. Thus, you must change your “bartizan.” Joseph established a different bartizan than his older brothers. Many figures of the Bible received many answers by changing their bartizans. Jesus established a bartizan of God’s Kingdom being established upon it. From this, you’re to enjoy the “7 Bartizans” and “3 Concentrations” that are unchanging. You will also embark on the “7 Journeys” that enjoy the “25 hours of God’s Kingdom.” This is “3 Settings.” What’s far more important is establishing the bartizan of the “3 Answers” through God’s eternal bartizan of the “7 Guideposts.” Then what are the three answers that manifested through Stephen’s tribulation?

1. The Answer of Re-creation
The death of Stephen led to the birth of Antioch Church. Rather than being chased, they were conquerors. Paul spoke of the works pertaining to God’s Kingdom at Tyrannus. (Acts 19:8) He raised God’s bartizan. (2 Corinthians 10:4) Then, in other words, persecution is the way to live. When Peter was captured, the works of re-creation arose through prayer.

2. The Unprecedented and Never Repeated Answer
In dire situations, the doors to evangelism and missions opened. The hand of the Lord was with them; and through His evident grace, great numbers returned to the Lord. Although the entire world was struck with severe famine, only Antioch Church received the economy of light.

3. The Answer that Transcends Time and Space
For the first time in history, the first missionary was commissioned. They had the sure answer that was given by the Holy Spirit. (Acts 13:1-4) Even though doors were blocked, they waited in prayer. (Acts 16:6-10) Then the doors to world evangelization will open. (Acts 19:21, 23:11, & 27:24)

The Triune God is your Lord and master. Therefore, you must go with the power of the Throne according to God’s plan. Also, you’re the watchman who enjoys the “3·3·3” and has been called as the ambassador of Christ to shine the light.

[Covenantal Prayer] Dear God, I give all glory to You who have allowed this precious time. May a new age open. In Jesus Christ’s name, I pray. Amen.