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In today’s broadcast, Joseph Z was joined by Pastor Mark Cowart, they discussed America’s only hope and the way forward. Pastor Mark made reference to when Christ disrupted the buying and selling going on in the temple of God to sensitize us about opening our eyes to see what’s before us; which is seeing Jesus for whom He is, first as a Lamb and as a Lion. He went on to share his experience in the ministry and how he is helping and charging everyone to rise up to challenge the past and present socio-economic woes. He exposed that it is not always about what’s said most of the time but what is not said, he then acknowledged that there’s a time for everything, time for peace, but the present time is a time for war. 

Moving on, Pastor Mark continued by sharing experiences about a time when men of God were persecuted for speaking the truth, and when pastors had a say on who’ll be voted for, or against in the political arena. He went further to share how the church fought for the government to desist from interfering with the affairs of the church in the past; he then charges us to be bold, for our value is compared to that of salt and light, which everyone can’t do without. Joseph Z then chips in that, there’s a fresh renewing of anointing that abounds right now, which we must access through prayer. Pastor Mark echoed his support for this, especially in the area of intercessory prayers which he reveals has more power than we accord it.

Interestingly, Pastor Mark informs us about a blessing we’re still reaping from our founding fathers, and that intercessory prayers bring forth revivals; which is the reason why we must reengage in it. He went on to outline what has been considered to be the metrics of success, and how it has nothing to do with what God has instructed us to do. Also, he acknowledges that although there’s a real shift in the way things are supposed to be, the body of Christ is rising to the occasion.  

Furthermore, Pastor Mark clarifies that it’s not our decision to decide who we are, God has called us for a purpose and what we must do is to discover what God wants for our lives, and has called us to do. Joseph Z assures us that God knows us and that His plans for us are that of good and not of evil; therefore we should cast our cares on Him.

Learn more about Z Ministries by following the link below:
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Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction
03:25 Army of God Rising
06:50 Uncovering the Veil from the Eyes: The Unction Behind It
10:15 The Time for War is Now
13:03 Historic Experiences: Pre-election Sermons
16:02 Fear of the Culture
18:12 Our Prayers Avail Much: Fresh Revealing of Anointing
19:30 Intercessory Prayer: The Importance
23:50 Residual Blessings
30:32 A Shift with Five-Fold Ministry
32:03 What to Expect Next
36:02 Conclusion

June 16, 2023

For the past 100 years Christian leaders have puzzled over why in the West the church has steadily lost ground. There are many reasons, perhaps, but FBB writer Shafer Parker argues that one big reason is the lack of emphasis on revival. He adds that another hindrance can be found in the unbelief that goes by the name progressive Christianity.

 The Teaching of Jesus Christ - The Church & Social Justice

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Season 3 Episode 10 "The purpose of the Church."

Bibelstelle: Apg 2, 42-47

„Denn Folgendes habe ich vom Herrn empfangen und euch überliefert: In der Nacht, in der unser Herr Jesus verraten wurde, nahm er ein Brot, dankte Gott dafür, brach es in Stücke und sprach: »Das ist mein Leib, der für euch hingegeben wird. Feiert dieses Mahl immer wieder und denkt daran, was ich für euch getan habe, sooft ihr dieses Brot esst!« Ebenso nahm er nach dem Essen den Kelch mit Wein, reichte ihn seinen Jüngern und sprach: »Dieser Kelch ist der neue Bund zwischen Gott und euch, der durch mein Blut besiegelt wird. Sooft ihr aus diesem Kelch trinkt, denkt an mich und an das, was ich für euch getan habe!« Denn jedes Mal, wenn ihr dieses Brot esst und aus diesem Kelch trinkt, verkündet ihr, was der Herr durch seinen Tod für uns getan hat, bis er kommt.“

1. Korinther 11:23-26 HFA

Bibelstelle: Apg 2, 42

Colossians 1:15-18 (NLT)
Christ is the visible image of the invisible God.
He existed before anything was created and is supreme over all creation,
16 for through him God created everything
in the heavenly realms and on earth.
17 He existed before anything else, and he holds all creation together.
18 Christ is also the head of the church, which is his body. He is the beginning, supreme over all who rise from the dead. So he is first in everything.

No matter what our theological convictions are, all of us who are reasonable can agree that women have consistently not had an equal voice in the Church. Pastors wives and faithful women of God have been sidelined in many situations, in favor of what seems like a boys club. Is there a better way to raise up strong women and men of God? We talk about this in "Episode 5: The Boys Club: How The Church Can Value Women and Men Equally".

In addition to discussing the film and spotting faith elements in the film MASS, Kenny and Mike also had a meaningful zoom interview with writer, director Fran Kranz and one of the four co-stars, Ann Dowd. The audio is included in the episode.

MASS is a fictitional the story a meeting between two sets of parents whose sons were were involved in a mass, school shooting, the parents of a victim and those of the shooter.  The film also stars Reed Birney, Jason Issacs, and Martha Plimpton.

All aspects of the film excel, a difficult but important story, subtle direction and outstanding individual as well as ensemble performances. 

Faith Elements Spotted:

The work and process typically necessary in grief, forgiveness, and reconciliation. 

The Place of the Church, the Body of Christ in facilitating that process. 

You know the church isn't a building, but a people. Today, we read how the church is also the household of God and a pillar and foundation of truth in the world. What does that mean for our calling as the people of God?

This week we are still down under with Steve Kilbey of The Church.

This episode is the second part of our conversation about Steve's career in music. 

There is around 8 minutes for our first chat and another 20 or so from the second time we spoke. 

Steve is as on form as the first chat and it's a great chat.

Thank you again to Erika and Steve for this conversation.

Hello and welcome to ACPG Podcast, as we head down under to talk to Steve Kilbey of The Church.

In this the first of a two part conversation we speak to Steve Kilbey about his life in music. 

Steve has been in the music industry for around forty years, releasing over 1000 songs with his band The Church or as a solo artist.

Steve is extremely passionate about music and this a great conversation.

Enjoy and see you in two weeks for part two.

Jesus (the bridegroom) is awaiting his bride (us). Our problem is fitting into the dress.

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Each week your pastor/ priest prepares and presents a sermon to your congregation, and each week you see God use those sermons to move their hearts and minds.

Podcasting is extremely popular right now. Religious podcasts account for nearly 15% of total podcasts. 

A podcast makes your sermons available to anyone with internet access via computer, phone, or other mobile devices. Let’s re-frame that — it makes all of your sermons available to anyone at any time, in any part of the world that has internet access.

For the full episode show notes, please go to tammymunsoncreative.com/Epsiode9.

The Church: Who Are Her Members? (1 Corinthians 12)

The Church: Who Are Her Leaders? (various texts)