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In contemporary Christianity, the words "Church" and "Ekklesia" are often used as if they mean the same thing. However, this assumption overlooks their distinct origins, meanings, and implications. These terms are not synonymous but represent two different concepts shaped by history, language, and theology. "Ekklesia," a Greek word found throughout the New Testament, refers to an assembly or gathering of people called for a purpose. It is rooted in the idea of community and mission, emphasizing the relational and participatory nature of the early Christian movement.

Eschatology, the study of the "end times" or humanity’s ultimate destiny, has captivated the minds of believers across centuries and faith traditions. Rooted in the desire to understand the culmination of history and the fulfillment of divine promises, eschatology provides profound insights into the purpose of life and the hope for what lies beyond. Christianity, Judaism, and Islam, three of the world’s most prominent monotheistic religions, each embrace eschatological frameworks that reflect their distinct theological foundations.

The concept of Kingdom advancement and dominion lies at the heart of Christianity, Judaism, and Islam, serving as a framework for understanding divine authority, human responsibility, and the unfolding of history. While these monotheistic faiths share a belief in God's sovereignty and the ultimate establishment of divine rule, their interpretations of what it means to advance this Kingdom and exercise dominion vary significantly.

When we talk about placing a demand on a God-given anointing, we are speaking of an intentional act of faith—a deep expression of desire and hunger for the supernatural manifestation of Yahweh’s power. This is not about coercing or manipulating Yahweh, but about recognizing His divine provision and stepping into the realm where His power becomes active and transformative in our lives.

Throughout history, the Scriptures—comprising both of the Older and Newer Testaments—have served as a source of divine wisdom, guidance, and inspiration for countless individuals and communities. Among their many treasures are the profound announcements that echo across the ages, offering insight into Yahweh’s character, humanity’s purpose, and the unfolding of His redemptive plan. These declarations have not only shaped the spiritual lives of believers but have also profoundly influenced culture, ethics, and history.

The earliest Christians were known not simply as believers or adherents of a new religion; they were called Followers of the Way. This title, taken from the words of Jesus Himself who declared, “I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life”, reflected a profound understanding of what it meant to live in relationship with Messiah. To be a Follower of the Way was not merely to agree with a set of beliefs or participate in rituals.

Welcome to Kingdom of Priests: After the Order of Melchizedek, a booklet dedicated to exploring the profound mystery and purpose behind Yahweh’s calling of His people to a royal priesthood that transcends the old covenant. This unique priesthood, established “after the order of Melchizedek,” finds its ultimate fulfillment in Yahshua Messiah, our eternal High Priest, who invites believers into a new covenant relationship.

This book is addressing both the validity and contributions of mysticism to the Religion of Christianity, as well as the potential dangers of replacing sound doctrine with spiritual encounters and experiences. That being said, there are things about a rigid, inflexible approach to spiritual enlightenment that have resulted in dogmatic doctrine that continue to separate us from our common wealth we share together in Him.

There is a difference between the ongoing work of the apostolic/Kingdom ministry, and the Apostles doctrine. Going where we are sent includes preaching the gospel of the Kingdom, sharing our story, and doing life with the people. My concern is we have reduced the gift and grace to powerless apostolic doctrine without foundation. The full comprehensive plan of salvation includes Holy Spirit baptism, healing, and deliverance. We must be born of water and of the spirit in order to see and enter the Kingdom.

The Ekklesia is rising all across the land, and the order and government of Yahweh are challenging historically entrenched prince devils and master spirits when and wherever they can. I hear the sound of a heavenly shofar blowing. It is not a reveille or retreat. It is a call to assembly. It is a call to action. For some, it is just a curiosity. For others, it is a summons. The closer they move to the sound...the more it becomes a voice...the closer they move to the voice...the more it becomes a word.

With all of the numerous variations of Apostolic/Kingdom ministry going on, we need to narrow our view, and with focused intent clearly define what it means to be truly apostolic. If we continue to pursue religion-based fellowship and relationship in the same old conventional ways, we too will go by way of the dinosaur. We may as well try to prepare for the next extinction-level event.

This generation seems to be ever-learning but never able to come to the saving knowledge of the truth. They continue to eat from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, in search for truth that will lead to super-human powers, immortality, and ascension. These have become major topics of interest. Recent discoveries and further disclosure have led many to depart from formerly held views concerning the creation story and origin of man.

This topic is dear to my heart and one that needs further clarification. The quote, “Ordained covenantal relationship, marriage, and family are the same in the Spirit", took me some time to process and understand what the Spirit was saying. The reality that it is the only relationship that has the ability to reproduce after a Yahweh kind took even longer to unpack. Holy Spirit has been speaking to me about the importance of developing new relationships while enjoying the safety and security of lifelong friendships.

There is a divine mystery - a secret surprise that has been concealed from the world for generations, but now it’s being revealed, unfolded and manifested for every holy believer to experience. Living within you is the Christ who floods you with the expectation of glory! This mystery of Christ, embedded within us, becomes a heavenly treasure chest of hope filled with the riches of glory for his people, and God wants everyone to know it! Christ is our message! We preach to awaken hearts and bring every person into the full understanding of truth.

It is not my intention to address every teaching with which I take issue. However, it is my intention to clearly state my position concerning one particular false teaching that has been reintroduced to the Ekklesia in recent years. It is primarily responsible for opening the door to further deception and delusion on our watch. The following doctrine has been relabeled and packaged in a way that is currently spreading through Western Christendom like a virus.

True authentic apostles and prophets have been tasked with the responsibility of addressing crippling mindsets that serve to hinder and limit our personal and corporate growth and development. I am talking about deeply-held-to teachings and views that are contrary to what the Spirit is saying to the Ekklesia. Some of them have no biblical precedent, and others are based on the doctrines of devils and men. These mindsets, keep us detached from one another and displaced in the ongoing work of apostolic ministry.

Do not hold too firmly to what you presently believe to be true, because further enlightenment and illumination will cause the landscape to look very different. If you are a lover of the truth, you will never be satisfied with being told what to believe....

It has been suggested that the universe is still growing at the speed of light, as it is infinite. I believe that it would be safe to say that as long as there is light in the world, that darkness will never again cover the earth. Light = Illumination and Enlightenment, and the only reason there is any darkness at all is because the first-man Adam chose to eat from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil. Light in relationship to creation was called Day.

The religion of Christianity is no different than any other benevolent religion unless it involves translation, transformation, and transfiguration (where there is no translation, transformation and transfiguration, there is no true salvation). Salvation includes redemption and forgiveness. Being born again of the water and the spirit grants us entrance into the kingdom where we live, move, and have our being as a part of His New Creation Reality. We were saved, we are being saved, and we will continue to be saved.

Have you ever felt like you were caught in a riptide, being towed out to sea? Have you ever been rolled and tossed by the waves of the sea? Have you ever said to yourself why is this happening to me? Have you ever been depressed, despairing, and needing some relief? Yes or No? We all have and will at some point experience the answer to the above questions. Every disciple must be willing to lay down his life in absolute surrender, and fully embrace his destiny in order to discover sonship