Daily Rhema: The present day Apostolic ministry

1Corinthians 9:1-2 (KJV)
Am I not an apostle? am I not free? have I not seen Jesus Christ our Lord? are not ye my work in the Lord? If I be not an apostle unto others, yet doubtless I am to you: for the seal of mine apostleship are ye in the Lord.

The apostle brings forth a word of wisdom of how to do what the prophet has revealed. The apostolic ministry is characterized by the spirit of wisdom, whereas the spirit of revelation characterizes the prophetic. Of course, the apostle can do the work of the prophet, so the apostle many times brings forth both the word of knowledge and wisdom together .

In 1Cor.3:10 the apostle describes the apostolic grace given to him as a wise master builder.
It is the wisdom that the apostle imparts to act upon the revelation the prophet brings, that causes the saints to be established and thus able to enter the kingdom: the perfection and fullness of Christ!

Many Church leaders today, who genuinely have an apostolic calling, have only a partial apostolic teaching anointing, and not the fullness of consistent signs and wonders. However, we are on the brink of seeing the apostolic ministry operate in its fullness as it did in the Lord Jesus Christ, hence the need for this teaching.

How the apostolic word of wisdom comes.

Apostolic teaching by the spirit of wisdom and revelation (Eph. 1:17). This is the primary avenue through which the apostolic word of wisdom comes.

However, it is interesting to note that the written Word we have today, is primarily a written record of what was given to the prophets and apostles of old through the gifts of prophecy and discernings of spirits.

How do we receive apostolic impartation?

To receive apostolic impartation, we must firstly recognize the need for this ministry, and then be able to identify the true or pure apostolic ministries and follow their teachings and example.

How can you distinguish the true from the false or corrupted?

You do this by;
Judging the quality of the Word (2Tim. 2:15) that they preach and teach. Is it scriptural? Does it emphasize character and the fruit of the Spirit? Is it clear enough to act upon so that it draws you closer to God personally, rather than being more and more dependent on the prophet or apostle. Examine their lives and ministries for fruit (Matt. 7:20).

If these things above are true then you can submit to them in your heart, obey their teachings and give to them financially, and so receive impartation from their ministry.

It is interesting to note that you do not have to know a true prophet or apostle personally, or interact with them personally, or even have them lay hands or prophesy over you personally before you can receive impartation from them!

All you need is:
An attitude of recognition and submission in your heart (1Thess. 5:12-13).

Obedience to their teaching and instruction (Heb.13:17).

Give financially to the ministry regularly: not your tithe (that should go to your local church) just regular offerings of appreciation: and it’s not the amount that matters, but the heart with which it is given and the consistency. You should give as often as the ministry blesses you (Gal. 6:6-8).

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