Tag Archives: send
Defining Apostolic
Posted on 10. Aug, 2009 by Martin Schmaltz.
This is the first of the series Apostolic Authority. It was ministered at the Kingdom Advancement Conference, September 2008, Cape Town South Africa. This message establishes the foundations of what it means to be apostolic. By clearly defining power, authority and apostle, Martin demonstrates the biblical truth that every born again believer has been empower, [...]
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Being In The Right Place
Posted on 27. Jul, 2009 by Martin Schmaltz.
On my last trip to Okinawa Japan, my host was Command Sergeant Major Rufus Parker (Ret. US Army). During our conversations he stated that Okinawa was of major importance to the US Military. This small 460 sq mile island was strategically placed, from here the US can reach anywhere in the world. What is in [...]
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Do We Preach The Same Message As Jesus?
Posted on 27. Jun, 2009 by Martin Schmaltz.
Recently, I began reading the Gospels again, this time from a specific mindset: I wanted to see beyond what I believe is a typical mindset. It seems that the common view of theses book is to present the story of Jesus coming, death, resurrection and how it can be made applicable to our lives. In [...]
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Demystifying Apostolic
Posted on 23. Jun, 2009 by Martin Schmaltz.
Apostolic Notes Vol 3 No 8 Perception is a powerful thing. Two individuals can look at the same thing, each seeing something different based on their experiences and belief’s – or the fancy word is paradigm. It is this uniqueness of individual perception that can lead to incomplete communications or misunderstandings. For instance, two individuals [...]
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Rules & Rock Stars
Posted on 15. Jun, 2009 by Martin Schmaltz.
On my way to starbucks this morning, the on air personalities of the radio program I was listening to made this comment: “Rock stars play by different rules.” They then went on to discussed some of the actions that the rich and famous could get away with. Their premise was that because they possess riches [...]
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Doing Faith
Posted on 09. Jun, 2009 by Martin Schmaltz.
How have you demonstrated your faith today?
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The Proof Of Being Apostolic
Posted on 04. Jun, 2009 by Martin Schmaltz.
The definition of being “sent” includes four components, the fourth being the completion or manifestation of the duty is proof of the sending. This truth was even stated by Jesus himself in John 5:36: “But I have greater witness than that of John: for the works which the Father hath given me to finish, the same works that I do, bear witness of me, that the Father hath sent (apostello) me.” Jesus was saying the works I am doing, proves that I have been sent.
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The Purpose of Apostolic Authority
Posted on 14. Apr, 2009 by Martin Schmaltz.
So, we have been empowered by God. What for? Why would an all powerful God trust mankind with such power? Check it out..
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Proof Is In The Pudding
Posted on 08. Apr, 2009 by Martin Schmaltz.
There is a statement that has been around a while that is used in reference to the validity of something: “The proof is in the pudding.” According to AskYahoo, the “phrase originated as “the proof of the pudding is in the eating.” It means that the true value or quality of something can only be [...]
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Knowing Your Place
Posted on 08. Apr, 2009 by Martin Schmaltz.
Apostolic authority is based on being sent. It is acting as Jesus’ representative, declaring the message or words that He has authorized us to speak. This was exampled when Jesus sent out the 12 disciples (Luke 9) and the 70 disciples (Luke 10). In each case He authorized and instructed them what to do and [...]
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Sons of Sceva
Posted on 27. Mar, 2009 by Martin Schmaltz.
In our day and time, there is an awakening in many hearts to the power and wonder of God revealed as He was in the lives of the first church. However, along with this, there are those who seek the power of God for their personal gain. This is seen in the example of the [...]
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