Glimpses of Grace: Digging Deep for Personal Revival.

REVIVE US Series| Chimdi Ohahuna| A CALL FOR PERSONAL REVIVAL. Welcome to this thought-provoking podcast, where we delve into the topic of raising an army that is not just driven by men, but by God himself. In today's society, the church ministry has become so man-driven that we have forgotten our true purpose and calling as soldiers in the army of the Lord.   We are living in a time where the church is no longer raising soldiers, but civilians. Now, don't get me wrong, being a civilian is not a bad thing. However, if we are raising civilians who are not prepared for battle, then we are doing a disservice to the kingdom of God.   In the past and even in recent times, when a country or a kingdom goes to war, the president or king calls upon able-bodied men to join the army. These are civilians who have the potential to fight and defend their nation. Similarly, the church should be raising men and women who can be of value in the day of battle.   But the sad reality is that we are not even raising civilians, we are raising babies. Can a baby fight a war? Can a baby handle the challenges that come with being a soldier in the army of the Lord? The answer is no. We are raising a generation that is ill-equipped and unprepared for the spiritual battles that lie ahead.   This has greatly affected the church and has resulted in a reduced ability to mount pressure on the gates of hell. As Jesus said, 'the gates of hell shall not prevail against the church.' We often interpret this as a physical battle, but in reality, it is a spiritual one.   Let's take a moment to understand the significance of gates. A gate is used for defense, to protect oneself from any potential attacks. Hell is not on the attack, it is on the defensive. The church, on the other hand, is meant to be on the offense, advancing the kingdom of God. But due to our ignorance, we are like beasts perishing in our own ignorance.   It's time for the church to wake up and realize our true identity as soldiers in the army of the Lord. We need to stop raising babies and start raising soldiers who are ready to fight the battles that come our way. We need to be a church that is driven by God, not by men.   So, join me in this journey as we explore what it truly means to be a soldier in the army of the Lord. Let's learn how to raise an army that is not just made up of civilians, but of strong and capable soldiers who are ready to conquer the gates of hell. In today's society, it is not uncommon to see people turning to Jesus for their specific individual needs. Whether it is for a successful career, a happy marriage, or even a visa to travel abroad, we have converted Jesus into someone who can fulfill our desires and wants. However, in doing so, we have failed to truly know who Jesus is and what he represents. We have reduced him to a mere service provider, when in reality, Jesus is so much more. it is time for us to stop reducing Jesus to meet our specific individual needs. We must strive to know him for who he truly is – our Lord, our Savior, and the Son of God.  Don't forget to share your feedback and questions with us, and if you find solace and strength in our podcast, please consider supporting us through our giving channels. Find all the details on our website. Any questions arising from this study can be submitted to chimdiohahunaministry@gmail.com, check our bio to know how to give your love offerings to the ministry. Jesus is Lord.