The True Church: The Multi-Dimensional Manifestation of the Real Church
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The True Church: The Multi-Dimensional Manifestation of the Real Church
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Overview
This book reveals what heaven expects from the church. It reveals what Jesus meant by "I will build my church." It is not a critique but a standard of spiritual measurement and divine alignment as to the definition of a true church. The true church (The Ekklesia) is not a denominational gathering of any kind, whether orthodox, charismatic or pentecostal. The true church is one, which has placed primacy on building the dispensational temple (the man) only according to God's pattern.
This book will be a great eye opener for you. You will no longer strive in the flesh any more after going through this book. The issue of competition, comparison, sense of inferiority and superiority complex, which are some of the distraction and strategies of the enemy, will be exposed. Your work and ministry with God will never remain the same. You can't read this book and still retain your old mentality and operating system. Whatever you are building for the Lord from now on shall be to the Lord's glory and according to his specifications. Personal agenda will be given up. Deeper truths and insights are made available inside this book..
Product Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781088280270 |
|---|---|
| Publisher: | Revival Waves of Glory Books & Publishing |
| Publication date: | 09/05/2023 |
| Sold by: | Barnes & Noble |
| Format: | eBook |
| Pages: | 138 |
| File size: | 595 KB |
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Church is the English translation of the Greek word, Ekklesia. Ekklesia has different shades of meaning. In ancient Greece, the citizens could relate with the term ekklesia, because they had constituted authority or the parliament, being the highest body that handled knotty and notorious issues of that period. See Acts 19:32, 39. Ekklesia means to call out of, or from, that is, an assembly gathered out of a multitude; viz. the Church of God; the congregation collected by God and devoted to his service. The Church of Christ: the whole company of Christians wherever found; because, by the preaching of the Gospel, they are called out of the spirit and maxims of the world, to live according to the precepts of Christ.
Therefore, Jesus understood the meaning of ekklesia; it functions as a lawful assembly, one legally wonder some people thought that Jesus was coming for a political appointment, like the King the of Jews.
Also, ekklesia does not in any form refer to a building or a structure made with hands, but a congregation of people, called out for a specific task, such as delegates, parliament, senate, council or a board of directors.
Therefore, our denominational local assemblies or churches are not supposed to be independent assemblies as it is being practiced today, but interdependent. This means that though each assembly exists with its distinct and different flavour / assignment, yet they function like a committee in charge of a particular issue within a central Assembly or Senate, which is the Body of Christ. Today, many have got drunk with personal vision or selfish ambition (called committee/denominational assembly) and forgotten the central vision, which is the Kingdom and the King that called us into the assembly of the “called out”, the Church.
THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST
It is obvious that the scope and the workings of Jesus' promised Church is far beyond human comprehension and larger in dimension than what the Greeks were used to in terms of the word, ekklesia.
In Acts chapter one, Jesus was emphatic in His command to the disciples not to leave Jerusalem until the Father sends them the Gift, i.e. the Holy Spirit, that He promised. “Though John baptized with water, but in just a few days you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit” (Acts 1:5).
This also reveals that the software that built up the Church of Jesus Christ are far beyond human imagination. It was not a product of the physical senses, but of the Spirit of God. The book of Acts in chapter two reveals the workings and deeds of the Spirit, when about 120 believers were meeting together in the house.
“On the day of Pentecost all the believers were meeting together in one place. Suddenly, there was a sound from heaven like the roaring of a mighty windstorm, and it filled the house where they were sitting. Then, what looked like flames or tongues of fire appeared and settled on each of them. And everyone present was filled with the Holy Spirit and began speaking in other languages as the Holy Spirit gave them this ability” (Acts 2:1-4).
We can see from the scriptures above that Jesus did not specify a particular house for them to gather together in Jerusalem. The bottom line was that they were gathered unto the Lord. The Bible says they (believers) were meeting together in one place. If emphasis on the place (building) of the meeting was critical, it would have been mentioned.
Secondly, the sound from heaven like the roaring of the mighty windstorm that filled the house was not dependent on the physical building. It happened because the believers were gathered in obedience to the Lord's command. Therefore, if they had gathered somewhere else, the same experience would still have occurred.
Thirdly, the Scriptures recorded in verse four, “that everyone present was filled with the Holy Spirit and began speaking in other languages.” This expresses the fact that it was not the building that was filled with the Spirit but the yielded vessels. The truth is this: the Spirit of God does not reside in any building; no matter how nice and sacred it may be to man, His Spirit resides in people who have made themselves available and ready for the experience. The experience is also not a by-product of religious practices.
I find it baffling today, seeing men of God putting pressure on the people in a bid to amass properties for use as worship centers. However, they have placed less emphasis on the condition of dying men who come to worship religiously in that facility. I don't have a problem with a local assembly acquiring a befitting modern structure, fully equipped for worship, but it should not be at the expense of dead-living men who appear to have a form of godliness but deny the power of God.
I have seen in many places of worship that men are no longer interested in the undiluted word of God and commitment to fellowship and true worship has depreciated. However, in these places they have perfected the art of raising money at all cost to build personal empires in the name of churches. These churches have misplaced their priorities. Eventually, the fire will destroy all structures of falsehood, but the structure Jesus was talking about is one built without human hands. I see many local assemblies (denominations) today competing on the basis of the buildings, which they are using for worship. This is foolishness and a distraction of the devil.
This scenario was what Jesus had in mind when He addressed the Pharisees: “What sorrow awaits you teachers of religious law and you Pharisees? Hypocrites! For you are like white washed tombs- beautiful on the outside but filled on the inside with dead people's bones and all sorts of impurity” (Matthew 23:27). Beloved, I don't know how you feel about this scripture, the truth is that God is not interested in many of the religious activities we are spending much of our time, money and other resources. It is all about the people. They are not the reason for everything He promised. How will you feel when everything you have labored and toiled for decades is rejected? Reason: your pattern and technology is absolutely different from those of the designer Jesus. How long have you gone in the wrong direction that you are feeling bad to turn around?
Pause and take a decision that will give your work eternal value today, or else you will receive the word “Depart from me, I never knew you, you workers of iniquity.” (Matthew 7:23)
You can only be rewarded for building to His specification. I pray that your labour shall not be in vain.
Table of Contents
Dedication 6
Endorsements 7
Appreciation 14
Author's Note 15
Introduction 16
Chapter 1 The Birth Of The Promised Church 18
The Church Of Jesus Christ 20
Chapter 2 The Church: A Spiritual Entity 23
The Major Work of Holy Spirit Within The Church 27
The Philosophy Behind Jesus' Church 29
Chapter 3 The Church: The Body Of Christ 33
A Complete Being 35
One Body, Many Parts 35
Disconnection Equals Death 39
Covenant Relationship and Community Living Within the Body 41
Jesus, the Head of the Body 44
Chapter 4 The Church: The Bride of Christ 46
The Bride's (The Church) Position in Jesus' Life 47
The Necessary Conditions for the Marriage 49
The Affection Between Jesus and His Bride (The Church) 51
One-Sided Affection 52
Deceptive Heart of the Bride 54
Church: The Promiscuous Lover 55
Standard for the True Bride 58
Principles to Be Noted in These Scriptures 59
Chapter 5 The Church: The Temple of God 63
God's Concept About Temple 64
Temple in Dispensation 66
The Temple and the Old Covenant 67
The Deficiency of Old Covenant Temple 68
The Pattern of the New Dispensation Temple 71
The Principles Behind the New Temple Building 72
The Office of the Priest in the Temple 75
Chapter 6 The Church: A House Of Prayer 81
Prayer 83
Prayer as a Medium of Communication 83
Prayer as a Tool for Divine Intervention 84
Prayer is the Key to Revival and Reformation 85
Prayer: The Key That Unlocks Revelation 87
Prayer Aligns Men's Hearts to the Will of God 88
Prayer, the Platform for Intercession 90
Prayer Brings Prophetic Direction 91
Prayer Precedes Power 92
Prayer is the Stamp of the Church 93
Jesus' Pattern of Prayer 95
When the Church Prays 99
Prepare For War 101
Declaring War 102
Chapter 7 The Church: In the World 105
The Church and the Dying World 107
The Church as a Role Model 111
Chapter 8 Beware of the Synagogue of Satan 113
The Attributes of the Synagogue of Satan 118
Chapter 9 The Present-Day Church 123
The Great Happenings 124
About the Book 127
About the Author 128
Other Books by the Author 129
Kingdom School of Ministry 134
What People are Saying About This
A famous musician stopped singing in his early 50s and was asked why he did so, he said, " I have nothing more to talk or sing about" Isaac Arikawe still have more to say on the issues concerning the church. His choice of words and in-depth teaching in this book are vital to walking with God and Repairing the Broken walls in the body of Christ today. A job well done. Stay on top!
Olu Fred Kehinde
Presiding Bishop,
Power House Chapel International,
Cologne, Germany
The books; THE DEAD-LIVING CHURCH & the volume 2 THE TRUE CHURCH are revelatory materials for the church workers and ministers that are ready to understand the full concept of the Real Church; the Ecclesia which Jesus said he would build. This book also exposes the strategies of the devil within the Church. This book is a must read for anyone that desires to please God in their living.
Dr. D. K. Olukoya,
General Overseer,
Mountain of Fire & Miracles Ministries
Jesus is coming for a glorious Church adorned with beauty and majesty to say the least a triumphant Church. This will be the true Church and before this, the Church will take her rightful place. This book shows how the church can be a healthy one and all its members can function in the way and manner they should function. As you read this book you will discover that a healthy church will grow naturally without struggle or any inhibition. I have no doubt that this book is needed in our day as we see the imminent return of our King Jesus Christ.
Rev Azuka Ogbolumani
Chapel of Christ our Light
University of Lagos
The time to show the difference between the Church and the world is now! This is the time that God will make up His jewels and put a difference between those who serve Him and those who do not serve Him. This book is very timely and should be read earnestly. Isaac Arikawe has opened up himself to receive these revelations from the Holy Spirit and I recommend that every believer should read this book and apply the teachings to their lives and ministries.
Dr, Chika Ole Kalu
Optometrist, Vital Vision Eye,
Ikeja, Lagos.
I see this book, The True Church as a manual for the working revelation that will equip the Church to fulfill her kingdom mandate on the earth. Isaac Arikawe vividly clarifies the accurate paradigm of the true Church and emphasizes God's agenda, which includes perfecting and maturing the saints and the intimacy with God. I am convinced that if the present Church will build on this foundation, which is Christ, then the whole earth will be filled with God's glory.
Tayo Ladejo
Senior Pastor,
The Governing Church, Ikoyi, Lagos.
I will start by saying that one of the major problems of the church today is that we seek after so much information while neglecting the place of revelation. The church of Jesus Christ was given birth to by revelation and she can only fulfill her mandate on earth by revelation. I hereby call upon whosoever desires to walk with God and is ready to go the extra mile to take time to read this book. And as for the author, I'm not surprised at what God is doing through him. His works in certain parts of Ondo State, Nigeria amongst the churches during the '90s are still speaking till date!
Niyi Sipasi
Pastor, RCCG, Okitipupa, Ondo State.
Even at 20, a man is said to be old if he has stopped reading! The discipline to carefully read through this piece is all that is needed for the contents to be fully absorbed and destiny maximized. Furthermore, since the height and strength of a building are determined by its foundation, The True Church” is the long awaited book that returns individuals who care to diligently study it, back to the foundation of Christendom. Remember that even the righteous is helpless, lacks dignity and honour when the foundation is destroyed. I appreciate the servant of God for this book at a time like this. God bless you.
Dr. Akeremale A. Stephen
Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH)
Lagos
In The True Church, Isaac Arikawe explains the concept of “Church” (Ekklesia) in a manner that depicts her true purpose. He also emphasizes the need for interdependence in the church and the need to be united as a body. He explains that disconnection is equal to death. I join him to urge the church together so we can subdue the only enemy of God. Let all the leaders of the body re-focus on the only assignment, we have to “cultivate the earth.” The Church is the role model with the mandate to showcase the glory of our King on earth. Let us rise up and shine as the light that we are. This is a must read for the true believer who wants to please our King.
Funmi Johnson
Author, The Secret Black Book of Wealth.
The Bible says that if the foundations be destroyed, what shall the righteous do? (Psalm 11:3) The word “Church” today has come to mean a lot of things to a lot of people. That the church is dead or alive today is a consequence of the fundamental, foundational belief of the propagators and followers of “The Church”. Isaac
Arikawe's “The Dead Living Church” and “The True Church” take us to the origins of the concept and purpose of the church and its relevance to our existence to help us gain understanding of God's will for His Church. You will find this series most revealing.
Emeka Nwako
Pastor-in-charge, RCCG,
Adonai Parish, Area 70,s
Lagos Province 12
In ministry, there are those who are called of God and there are also those who call themselves. The fact, however, is that the difference between them is usually clear. Pastor Isaac Arikawe is called with a clear apostolic mandate to set in order the things that are wanting in the body of Christ. This truth is exemplified in the message of this book. This masterpiece in your hand is loaded with the priceless truth of all ages and also with the power of endless life. As you read a line, you will want to read more. If you are sure you are going somewhere as a believer and you are tired of religion, this book is for you!
Sola Iwaeni
Senior Pastor,
Positive Impact Christian Centre, Lagos
The paradoxical exactitude which is comprehensively explained by Isaac Arikawe in his books, The Dead-Living Church and The True Church cannot be over-emphasized. It explains the core essence of most church people today. The messages of the books are basically a clarion call for those who have been enmeshed in religious activities without any spiritual productivity to turn a new leaf. Having gone through the books, I can gladly recommend it to anyone who is a true seeker of truth. The explanation of the etymology of the word “Church” gives the reader a platform of better understanding of the concept. Also, the category of our local assemblies today, as seen in the Book of Revelation sets a platform for self-examination for those who think godliness is gain. In all, these books, without doubt would set you at the cutting edge of reformation, revolution and revival. These are must-read books for pastors and parishioners, ministers and members of local assemblies and for those who have been called into the ministry.
Wale Odeniyi
Author, The Kingdom Life
& The Prayer Life Books
The time has come for the true Church to be separated from the false one. This is a time of separation of the wheat from the chaff. The Lord is raising His standards of who the true Church should be as the frequency of His operation on earth increases. In these last days, clarity of sight is coming into the eyes of His prophetic saints to discern the activities within the global church.
The author has done a great job in this book. I recommend it to all who desire to understand the purpose and the power of the true Church.
Tony Azonuche
President, Joshua Generation
CEO, DIVTECH Communications.