Bold Proclamation: A Call to Radical Repentance
Summary
The sermon emphasizes the need for bold and uncompromising preachers akin to those in biblical times. The preacher cites Jesus' reference to the repentance of Nineveh at Jonah's preaching and calls for modern preachers in America to inspire genuine repentance. John the Baptist is highlighted as a fearless proclaimer of repentance, and Isaiah and Ezekiel are mentioned for their dramatic, symbolic acts that communicated God's message, even at great personal cost.
The importance of proclaiming the Lord's death until His return is underscored, drawing from Paul's instructions on the Lord's Supper in 1 Corinthians 11. The speaker explains that the bread and cup are powerful symbols of the Gospel, which must be proclaimed persistently. The Greek term "Caruso" is used to describe the act of proclaiming, likening it to a herald's cry. The speaker insists on the necessity of this proclamation in light of the Gospel reaching all nations before the end.
The role of the herald in biblical times is compared to that of preachers today. The herald, with a loud voice, would announce the king's messages, preparing cities for his arrival. The preacher laments the silence of many modern preachers on critical issues and the lack of proclamation that Jesus is coming again. However, there is a belief that God is raising preachers who will boldly proclaim the Gospel in these last days.
The speaker criticizes the complacency of some churchgoers, comparing them to zoo lions unable to survive in the wild. They call for preachers who are bold, anointed, and filled with the Holy Ghost, whose words are like fire. The desire is for preachers who cannot be muted or stopped, as God's word burns within them.
The decline and apostasy in America are addressed, with a declaration that God is raising Trinity Assembly of God to be an army of warriors. The speaker envisions firebrand preachers who will passionately incite change and take the Kingdom of God by force.
The sermon also includes practical church matters, such as a reminder about an upcoming concert and the availability of discounted tickets. The act of communion is presented as a means of proclaiming the Lord's death.
Lastly, the speaker expresses disappointment in the lack of passion among the congregation and calls for a new generation of preachers marked by boldness and anointing. These preachers will not conform to religious norms but will be zealous and loud, resonating with those who are ready for a radical message.
Key Takeaways:
- The repentance of Nineveh at Jonah's preaching serves as a historical benchmark for the power of bold proclamation, suggesting that modern preachers should inspire repentance through their message without relying on traditional altar calls. This call to action is rooted in the belief that genuine transformation occurs when individuals respond freely to a compelling message of repentance. [01:16:33]
- The act of communion is not merely a ritual but a profound declaration of the Gospel, symbolizing the body and blood of Christ. This tradition is a reminder to continually proclaim the Lord's death, reflecting the enduring relevance of the Gospel message across time and cultures. The speaker emphasizes the importance of this proclamation until Jesus' return, as it is central to the Christian faith. [01:07:59]
- The biblical role of the herald, who announced the king's decrees with a loud voice, is paralleled with the preacher's duty to boldly proclaim the imminent return of Jesus. The preacher's critique of contemporary preachers' silence on significant issues serves as a call to reclaim the urgency and vocal nature of the herald's role in preparing people for the coming King. [01:12:18]
- The speaker's critique of spiritual complacency among believers, likening them to domesticated lions, serves as a metaphor for the danger of becoming too comfortable within the church environment. The call for firebrand preachers who speak with the Holy Ghost's anointing and cannot be silenced underscores the need for a dynamic and resilient faith that can withstand the challenges of the modern world. [01:27:26]
- The vision of raising an army of warriors at Trinity Assembly of God to combat decline and apostasy in America reflects a militant approach to spiritual leadership. The speaker's call for intense, passionate preachers who are willing to take radical action suggests a proactive and forceful strategy in advancing the Kingdom of God. [01:19:53]
Study Guide
### Bible Study Discussion Guide
#### Bible Reading
1. 1 Corinthians 11:26 - "For as often as you eat this bread and drink this cup, you proclaim the Lord's death until he comes."
2. Matthew 24:14 - "And this gospel of the kingdom will be proclaimed throughout the whole world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will come."
3. Jeremiah 20:9 - "If I say, 'I will not mention him, or speak any more in his name,' there is in my heart as it were a burning fire shut up in my bones, and I am weary with holding it in, and I cannot."
#### Observation Questions
1. What does 1 Corinthians 11:26 say about the significance of the Lord's Supper? How is it related to proclaiming the Gospel? [01:07:59]
2. According to Matthew 24:14, what must happen before the end will come?
3. In Jeremiah 20:9, how does Jeremiah describe the compulsion to speak God's word? What imagery does he use?
#### Interpretation Questions
1. How does the act of communion serve as a proclamation of the Gospel according to 1 Corinthians 11:26? Why is this proclamation important until Jesus returns? [01:07:59]
2. What does the role of a herald in biblical times teach us about the responsibilities of modern preachers? How does this compare to the preacher's duty today? [01:12:18]
3. The sermon mentions that many modern preachers are silent on critical issues. What might be some reasons for this silence, and how does it contrast with the boldness of biblical preachers like John the Baptist and Isaiah? [01:14:06]
#### Application Questions
1. Reflecting on 1 Corinthians 11:26, how can you personally make the act of communion more meaningful in your life as a proclamation of the Gospel? [01:07:59]
2. The sermon calls for preachers who are bold and uncompromising. In what ways can you support or encourage your church leaders to be more vocal about critical issues? [01:12:18]
3. The speaker criticizes spiritual complacency among believers. How can you avoid becoming "tame" in your faith, and what steps can you take to ensure your faith remains dynamic and resilient? [01:27:26]
4. The sermon emphasizes the need for a new generation of preachers marked by boldness and anointing. How can you identify and nurture these qualities in yourself or others within your church community? [01:25:57]
5. Considering the vision of raising an army of warriors at Trinity Assembly of God, what practical actions can you take to combat spiritual decline and apostasy in your own life and community? [01:19:53]
6. The sermon mentions the importance of proclaiming the imminent return of Jesus. How can you incorporate this message into your daily conversations and interactions with others? [01:12:18]
7. Reflect on the metaphor of zoo lions used in the sermon. Are there areas in your spiritual life where you have become too comfortable? What changes can you make to step out of your comfort zone and grow in your faith? [01:27:26]
Devotional
Day 1: Proclaiming Repentance with Conviction
Genuine repentance is ignited by the fervent proclamation of God's word, not by mere tradition. As Jonah's message led Nineveh to repent, so must today's messages compel hearts towards transformation. This call to repentance is a free and personal response to a powerful and convicting message. [01:16:33]
Jeremiah 1:9-10 - "Then the Lord reached out his hand and touched my mouth and said to me, 'I have put my words in your mouth. See, today I have appointed you over nations and kingdoms to uproot and tear down, to destroy and build and to plant.'"
Reflection: How can you live out a message of repentance in your own life, and how might you encourage others to do the same?
Day 2: The Gospel in Communion
The Lord's Supper is a profound declaration of the Gospel, symbolizing Christ's sacrifice. This tradition is not just a ritual; it is a reminder to continually proclaim the Lord's death, emphasizing the Gospel's timeless relevance. [01:07:59]
1 Corinthians 10:16-17 - "Is not the cup of thanksgiving for which we give thanks a participation in the blood of Christ? And is not the bread that we break a participation in the body of Christ? Because there is one loaf, we, who are many, are one body, for we all share the one loaf."
Reflection: In what ways can you more deeply reflect on the meaning of communion and its implications for your daily walk with Christ?
Day 3: The Urgency of Proclamation
The biblical herald's role is a model for today's preachers to boldly announce the coming of the Lord. The urgency and vocal nature of this proclamation must not be lost in silence but should prepare hearts for Jesus' imminent return. [01:12:18]
Isaiah 40:3 - "A voice of one calling: In the wilderness prepare the way for the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God."
Reflection: What are some ways you can actively prepare yourself and others for the Lord's return in your daily life?
Day 4: Against Spiritual Complacency
Believers are called to be like wild lions, not domesticated by comfort but bold and anointed by the Holy Spirit. This metaphor warns against the dangers of complacency and encourages a dynamic, resilient faith. [01:27:26]
2 Timothy 1:6-7 - "For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands. For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline."
Reflection: How can you stir up the gifts God has given you to combat spiritual complacency in your life?
Day 5: Warriors for the Kingdom
The vision of raising an army of warriors to combat spiritual decline calls for passionate, radical action in advancing God's Kingdom. This militant approach to spiritual leadership seeks to incite change and take the Kingdom by force. [01:19:53]
Matthew 11:12 - "From the days of John the Baptist until now, the kingdom of heaven has been subjected to violence, and violent people have been raiding it."
Reflection: What are some ways you can actively engage in spiritual warfare and be a forceful advocate for the Kingdom of God in your community?
Quotes
"Some of you been sitting in church so long, you've become tame. We're stepping into an hour where you better know how to feed yourself." [01:27:58] (Download)
"God's raising up a loud anointed bold zealous group of preachers that will be so full of the Holy Ghost and God's word will be so shut up in their bones that when they open their mouths, they will preach fire." [01:28:39] (Download)
"God's word is in me like a fire; you're not going to be able to mute me, you're not going to be able to silence me, you're not going to be able to stop me." [01:29:22] (Download)
"I'm talking about God raising up a brand of preachers like the Earth has never seen since the days of John the Baptist... such a radical shift that your religious tame churches won't be able to understand it." [01:25:13] (Download)
"They will be zealous, they will be bold, they will be anointed, they will be loud, and they're going to get on some of your nerves." [01:25:57] (Download)
"God is not raising up Trinity Assembly of God AKA tag Church to just be another church open on Sundays but he is raising up an army of Warriors and in that Army he is raising up preachers in this house." [01:20:40] (Download)
"Firebrand is defined as a person who is passionate about a particular cause, typically inciting change and taking radical action... God's raising up a firebrand of preachers." [01:21:24] (Download)
"Our preachers are too quiet; we've got too many quiet pulpits. If there's ever been a time where we need to be sounding the alarm as a Herald that the king is coming, now is the time." [01:14:06] (Download)
"God is anointing and God is raising up in these last days preachers who are about to sound the alarm and proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ. We are living in the last days and I want to know where the preachers are." [01:14:55] (Download)
"What we need are preachers in America today where you don't have to give altar calls; people start running on their own free will to the altar to get right with God because of the preaching." [01:16:33] (Download)
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