TLDR;
This YouTube video by Jesus Ministry Church focuses on the divine proclamation of prosperity and the glory of the church, drawing from Zechariah 1:17 and Haggai 2. It explores how God intends for His people to overflow with prosperity, referencing the early church in Acts 4 as an example where no one was in need due to the believers sharing their resources. The sermon addresses the gap between this divine will and the current experience of many believers, urging the church to seek God for a wealth transfer anointing and to work together to eliminate poverty within the community.
- God proclaims prosperity for His church, aiming for an overflow that eliminates need.
- The early church serves as a model of shared resources and financial breakthrough through giving.
- The sermon calls for a wealth transfer anointing, urging believers to create systems that attract wealth and provide opportunities for others.
Proclaiming God's Word and Prosperity [0:00]
The sermon begins with a declaration of God's proclamation of prosperity over the lives of the congregation, referencing Zechariah 1:17, which states that God's towns will overflow with prosperity and the Lord will comfort Zion and choose Jerusalem, representing the church. The speaker emphasizes that this prosperity is meant to overflow, but acknowledges the current reality where many believers are far from experiencing such abundance. This leads to the question of why God's proclamation is not manifesting in their daily lives.
Experiencing God's Grace and Glory [4:58]
Referencing Haggai 2:9, the speaker proclaims that the glory of the present house (the church) will be greater than that of the former house, with God granting peace in that place. This is interpreted to mean that the glory of the church in the last days will surpass that of the early church. The speaker reiterates the promise of overflowing prosperity, similar to what God did in the past, and transitions into examining the glory of the early church in the context of prosperity.
The Glory of the Early Church: Acts 4 [9:15]
The speaker references Acts 4:32-37, highlighting the unity and communal sharing of possessions among the early believers, resulting in no one being in need. This overflow of prosperity meant that even new members who were needy would cease to be so upon joining the church. The secret to this glory was their willingness to put together their talents and resources. The speaker contrasts this with the selfishness often seen today, where individuals struggle to share and support one another, hindering the flow of prosperity.
The Secret of the Early Church [13:51]
The speaker emphasizes that the early church's secret was putting their resources together to lift each other out of poverty. He points out that prosperity needs to overflow from those who have to those who are in need. The speaker also highlights Barnabas as an example of someone who gave beyond expectation by selling a field and giving the money to the apostles, leading to him being called the "son of encouragement". The speaker prays for God to manifest His glory by providing financial breakthroughs and raising up modern-day "Barnabases" who will generously support the work of God.
The Need for Christian Financial Systems [17:38]
The speaker laments the lack of Christian-owned financial institutions, noting that most banks are owned by unbelievers, some of whom are involved in occultic societies. He suggests that the church should establish its own banks to pool resources and make prosperity more accessible to believers. He proclaims prosperity that overflows, making money readily available to people, and asserts that this financial glory will make evangelism easier as people will be drawn to the church by the promise of prosperity.
The Example of Barnabas [21:23]
The speaker revisits the example of Barnabas from Acts 4:36-37, emphasizing his extraordinary generosity in selling a field and giving the proceeds to the apostles. This act of giving was so significant that the apostles gave him the name Barnabas, meaning "son of encouragement." The speaker equates this to having a millionaire in the church today and prays for God to provide such financial breakthroughs.
Ananias and Sapphira: A Warning [31:55]
The speaker transitions to the story of Ananias and Sapphira in Acts 5, who sold a property but secretly kept back part of the money while pretending to give the full amount. Their deceit was exposed by Peter, and they both died as a result. The speaker uses this story to illustrate the importance of sincerity and honesty in giving, warning against lying about contributions, which can hinder the flow of prosperity. He emphasizes that the attitude of the heart is more important than the amount given.
Maintaining Prosperity and Avoiding Deception [37:25]
The speaker explains that the story of Ananias and Sapphira demonstrates how the early church understood the importance of maintaining prosperity and avoiding deception in giving. He contrasts this with the example of Cornelius, who was consistent in prayer and generous giving, leading God to send an angel to him. The speaker prays for God to remove any blocks preventing the church from experiencing prosperity that overflows.
The Devil's Attempts to Block Prosperity [42:21]
The speaker notes that the devil tried to block the process of prosperity in the early church, leading to murmuring among those who felt they were not receiving enough. This led to the establishment of deacons, but even among them, there was infiltration by someone associated with the Nicolaitan doctrine, who sought to weaken the church. The speaker urges listeners to serve God with a heart truly ready to promote the kingdom and prays for the revelation of prosperity that overflows.
Shaking the Heavens and Earth for Prosperity [46:11]
Returning to Haggai 2, the speaker reads verses 6-9, which speak of God shaking the heavens and the earth to bring what is desired by all nations, which is prosperity. He emphasizes that God owns silver and gold and will provide when convinced to do so. The speaker questions whether believers are trustworthy enough for God to shake the heavens and earth for their sake, noting that some may be living under spiritual limitations or curses that prevent them from accessing wealth.
Wealth Transfer and the Church's Role [55:12]
The speaker asserts that in the last days, God is speaking of wealth beyond what the early church experienced, pointing out that there are more billionaires and millionaires today than in Jesus' time. He laments that the church is struggling despite this abundance and calls for believers to tap into the anointing for wealth transfer. He encourages educated believers to create systems that attract wealth, providing opportunities for unbelievers to work for them and be evangelized. The speaker concludes by emphasizing the importance of valuing and supporting those with a calling to ministry, so they can operate at full capacity and bring about the glory of the second house.