TLDR;
This video explores the concept of altars in Christianity, defining them as tools for believers to exercise their priestly and kingly authority. It emphasises the importance of consecration, sacrifice, and prayer in activating these altars and enabling believers to influence their environments and fulfil God's purposes. The video also discusses the three types of altars, three offerings for worship, and four levels of anointing, providing practical guidance on how to operate in these realms to achieve spiritual dominion.
- Altars are tools for believers to exercise priestly and kingly authority.
- Consecration, sacrifice, and prayer are essential for activating altars.
- There are three types of altars: church, family, and community.
- Worship involves offering gold, frankincense, and myrrh.
- There are four levels of anointing, each enabling greater spiritual influence.
Introduction to Altars [0:20]
The video introduces the concept of altars and their significance in a believer's life. It explains that an altar is essential for a priest to function effectively, enabling them to govern their environment and territory. From an altar, one can influence events in various spheres, including government and business. The power of the altar certifies the giver, highlighting that no one is more powerful than the altar itself. The speaker aims to move beyond basic salvation to Kingdom realities, teaching believers how to bring God's will to earth.
The Ministry of Kings and Priests [2:09]
The video focuses on the dual ministry of kings and priests, emphasising that believers are called to reign on earth. A priest, empowered by their altar, can govern their environment and make decisions that affect their surroundings. Believers are encouraged to recognise their roles in various sectors, such as education and government, not merely as participants but as influential figures backed by their altars. The speaker stresses that this teaching is for spiritual leaders, urging them to move beyond basic salvation and embrace their roles as kings and priests.
The Three Levels of Altars [7:10]
The video describes three levels of altars, using the Tabernacle as a visual aid. The highest level, the Ark of the Covenant, represents the holiest of holies, where the literal fire of God dwells. The second level is the golden altar of incense, symbolising prayer and the release of the Holy Spirit's power. The third level is the bronze altar, representing the cross where Jesus Christ died and blood was shed for atonement. In the New Testament, believers can access these altars through the blood of Jesus, prayer, and consecration.
Types of Altars and the Power of the Cross [11:13]
The video identifies three different types of altars: church altars, family altars, and community altars, each serving as a meeting point with God. It emphasises the importance of understanding the altar of Calvary, where Jesus was sacrificed, as it is the source of healing, deliverance, and remission of sins. The speaker recounts the story of Abraham's willingness to sacrifice Isaac, illustrating the concept of presenting one's body as a living sacrifice, dying to self, and living for God's purpose. This act of consecration is foundational for ministry and unlocks financial blessings.
Consecration and the Altar of the Cross [14:10]
The video stresses the importance of consecration as the foundation of ministry, highlighting that anointing rests on consecration and dies when consecration dies. It uses the example of Jesus in Gethsemane, who submitted His will to the Father, leading Him to the cross. The speaker explains that true Christianity involves sacrificial giving of time, talent, and abilities for the Kingdom of God. He challenges believers to lay down their own desires and ambitions, offering themselves fully to God's service.
Sacrifice and the Ministry of Priests [20:11]
The video defines the ministry of priests as a ministry of sacrifice, starting with self-sacrifice. A priest must undergo consecration to be qualified to minister to others. The speaker uses examples from the Old Testament, such as Absalom and Solomon, to illustrate the cost of dominion and the importance of sacrifice. He emphasises that power shifts at the altar, urging believers to return to consecration and repentance to purify their hearts and restore their prayer lives.
The Throne Room of God [24:04]
The video identifies the highest altar in the universe as the throne room of God, which governs all creation. Believers are called to operate from this heavenly realm, taking their place at the right hand of Jesus Christ. The speaker explains that this sitting of authority enables believers to address issues on earth and extend God's government as His vice regents. He encourages believers to engage in spiritual warfare, uprooting evil and establishing God's order in society.
The Three-Fold Highway to Heaven [27:58]
The video describes a three-fold highway that creates traffic from earth to the heavenlies, established through Calvary. This highway connects believers directly to the throne room of God, enabling them to operate from a redemptive platform. The speaker emphasises the importance of the fire of God in purifying and sanctifying believers, preparing them for every good work. He stresses that prayerlessness hinders holiness, while a vibrant prayer life advances it.
Authoritative Prayer and Prophecy [31:39]
The video identifies two kinds of prayer that can be offered from the heavenly dimension: authoritative prayer and prophetic prayer. Authoritative prayer involves decreeing and commanding situations, while prophetic prayer involves prophesying to situations, the heavens, and the earth. The speaker explains that everything created, including inanimate objects, has the ability to hear and respond to prophetic declarations made from the altar. He leads a prayer of consecration, raising a giant altar for God in the land and speaking to various entities to establish God's dominion.
The Three Offerings of Worship [42:12]
The video explores the three offerings presented by the wise men to Jesus: gold, frankincense, and myrrh, which represent essential elements of worship. Frankincense symbolises incense, representing worship and intercession. Gold represents the kingly office and the giving of finances to support God's purposes. Myrrh, a costly antiseptic used to embalm corpses, symbolises death to self and consecration. The speaker emphasises that worship is incomplete without giving and that true worship involves offering one's life on the altar.
The Significance of Gold, Frankincense, and Myrrh [44:50]
The video explains the significance of the three offerings brought to Jesus by the wise men. Frankincense, or incense, represents worship and intercession, highlighting the importance of a costly and spiritual worship life. Gold symbolises the kingly office and the giving of finances, emphasising that finances should be used to advance God's purposes. Myrrh, a costly embalming substance, represents death to self and consecration, highlighting the need to offer one's life on the altar.
The Cost of Discipleship [59:39]
The video stresses that true discipleship involves a willingness to die to self, as symbolised by the offering of myrrh. It highlights that God uses only dead men, those who have sacrificed their own desires and ambitions for His purpose. The speaker challenges believers to embrace the training for reigning, which involves sacrificing life on the altar of prayer. He uses examples from the Bible, such as Elijah and Moses, to illustrate the cost of spiritual power and the need to forsake all for God's calling.
The Price of Power [1:08:52]
The video continues to emphasise the price of power, explaining that economic, political, and spiritual power all require sacrifice. It uses the example of Elijah, who was willing to forsake his family and worldly possessions to follow God's call. The speaker challenges believers to examine their own lives and identify what they are holding onto that is hindering their spiritual growth. He stresses that true leadership is rooted in service and obedience, even unto death.
The Four Levels of Anointing [1:20:13]
The video concludes by discussing the four levels of anointing, drawing from Ezekiel 47. These levels are ankle-deep, knee-deep, waist-deep, and a river that cannot be crossed, representing increasing levels of spiritual power and influence. The speaker explains that these levels apply to various aspects of ministry, including healing, finances, and kingly authority. He also warns against becoming observers on the sidelines, urging believers to jump into the river and fully participate in God's work.