The Powerless Church: A Wake-Up Call

but we also stand firm on the hope of Christ's return , the call to holiness and the urgency of true salvation . It's time to renew your mind , for the time is now . Let's go , boys . Hey , welcome to Renewed Mindsets . I'm Rick and I'm so glad you're here Today . I'm tackling a serious issue the lack of power in the modern church .

Why do we rarely see the supernatural works that Jesus promised ? Why is casting out demons considered radical , when it was a normal part of Jesus' ministry ? Why do we talk about healing but rarely see it ? The truth is , many churches today operate most churches today operate without the Holy Spirit's power . Yeah , they rely on intellect .

Yeah , they rely on intellect entertainment , the human effort rather than the anointing of God . But the Bible is clear Without the Spirit there is no power . So if I've got your attention , stick with me because I'm diving into what's wrong , how we got here and what has to change before Christ's return . We got here and what has to change before Christ's return .

Now let's start with what Jesus himself said about his followers . In Mark , chapter 16 , verses 17 and 18 , jesus made a bold promise . He said and these signs will follow those who believe In my name . They will cast out demons , they will speak with new tongues , they will lay . This wasn't a suggestion . It's a mark of true believers .

Casting out demons , healing the sick and moving in supernatural power were supposed to be normal for the church . In the book of Acts , we see these signs in action . In Acts , chapter 3 , peter and John heal the cripple man at the temple . In Acts , chapter 8 , philip goes to Samaria .

He casts out demons and he heals the sick , and it results in great joy in the city . And in Acts , chapter 16 , paul commands a demon to leave a girl , setting her free from spiritual bondage . This was not just limited to the apostles , though . The early church walked in power because they were all filled with the Holy Spirit . So what happened ?

Where did the power go ? Well , first , the church has substituted the Holy Spirit for human wisdom . Many churches today are more focused on theological debates , entertainment-driven services and self-help messages , rather than seeking the raw power of God . Paul warned about this in 1 Corinthians 2 , verses 4 and 5 .

My speech and my preaching were not with persuasive words of human wisdom , but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power , that your faith should not be in the wisdom of men but in the power of God . So today we rely more on human wisdom than the Spirit's power . We've made Christianity about knowing Scripture instead of living it out in power .

The church has rejected deliverance and healing . Yeah , some churches , some denominations , openly reject deliverance ministry , calling it too extreme or unnecessary , and others claim that healing ended with the apostles .

But Jesus himself said in John 14 , 12 , he who believes in me , the works that I do he will do also , and greater works than these he will do because I go to my Father . God didn't change , we did . Many believers are spiritually lukewarm . I should probably add most believers are spiritually lukewarm . Revelation 3.16 gives a chilling warning .

So then , because you are lukewarm and neither cold nor hot , I will vomit you out of my mouth . Oh , that verse hurts . Lukewarm Christianity is comfortable , powerless and compromised . The devil doesn't fear a church that has great music , great buildings and great programs . He fears a church filled with the fire of the Holy Spirit .

So what are some signs of a powerless church . How do you know if your church has lost the Spirit's power ? Here's some clear signs . There's no deliverance ministry . Yeah , if demons are comfortable in your church , something's wrong . There's no healing or miracles . Jesus healed as proof of the kingdom . Why don't we ?

Jesus healed as proof of the kingdom , why don't we ? There's more entertainment than prayer . Services feel more like concerts than encounters with God . There's no conviction of sin . If people leave feeling entertained but not changed , the Holy Spirit isn't moving .

That church has leaders who fear man more than God , preachers who are afraid to preach the truth because it might offend somebody . Now , this isn't to bash the church , any particular church . It's a wake-up call . It's a wake-up call . What must change If we want to see the power of God return ? We must return to true Christianity .

First we've got to repent and seek holiness . The Holy Spirit doesn't dwell where sin is embraced . We need holiness , not worldliness . We need to return to fasting and prayer . Jesus said in Mark 9 , 29, . This kind does not go out except by prayer and fasting . Want power ? Then seek God like never before .

Preach the full gospel , not just love and grace , but repentance and deliverance and power . Jesus cast out demons everywhere he went . Why isn't the church doing the same ? We need to be baptized in the Holy Spirit , acts 1 , verse 8, . But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you . Many believers think they're saved , but they're not empowered .

We need to walk in faith and not fear . Miracles happen where faith is present . Jesus never said try to heal the sick . He said heal them . That means to take authority in Jesus' name . Listen , people . Jesus is returning and he's returning soon . The days of a powerless Christianity must end .

Jesus is coming back for a church full of fire , not a church full of compromise . So I ask you do you want to walk in power ? Will you seek God until fire falls ? Will you fast and pray until the strongholds break ? Will you stand for truth , even if it costs you ? Because the world doesn't need more weak churches .

It needs the remnant , a people filled with the Holy Spirit , casting out demons , healing the sick and preaching the full gospel without an apology , amen . Are you ready ? That's all for today , but I'll be back with more unfiltered biblical truth and undeniable prophecy . The time to wake up is now . If today's episode challenged you , don't keep it to yourself .

Tell someone , please . Text them a link . Share the truth while there's still time , visit RenewedMindsetscom to stay connected and to listen to past episodes , and check out our merch at renewedmindsetsstore . Jesus is coming soon . Stay watchful , stay holy , stay renewed Until next week . I'm Rick , be an encourager , not a discourager . I love you , see ya .

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