Grace is essential for building the Lord’s Church, as it empowers and equips believers for their divine purpose. Grace is not just unmerited favor; it is God’s empowering presence, enabling us to fulfill His will. It is broader than we often realize, extending beyond forgiveness to include the strength, wisdom, and authority needed to advance the Kingdom and serve effectively in our callings.
In fact, every gift that the Lord has left behind has been given a grace to operate in the gift effortlessly and effectively with a concentrated focal point
There are also distinct and unique differences in the ascension gifts which we refer to as the five-fold gifts. All possess a different measure (metron) of grace. If we do not understand the distinct differences and the role each plays in perfecting the Body of Christ, then it will be impossible for us to benefit from their uniquenesses
The grace upon an apostle is the divine empowerment to impart a heart that builds the Church of Jesus Christ. Apostles are sent ones—messengers commissioned with a specific purpose. The term “apostle” comes from the Greek word apo-stello, which is formed from two root words: apo, meaning “sent out of and away from,” and stello, meaning “dispatched on an expedition.” Therefore, an apostle is one who is sent forth, out of, and away on a divine assignment.
The grace that an apostle carries is central to their role. It is through this grace that they are able to equip believers to do the work of ministry. The Greek word katartismos (equipping) is used to describe this process of preparing others for service. Apostles are uniquely gifted to build ministry structures that bring others into the apostolic dimension, where they too are sent out and activated for service.
Apostles are master builders in the body of Christ, akin to architects who lay strong foundations for future growth. Their grace allows them to establish, fix, appoint, and put things in place for the Church’s advancement. They do not merely organize; they activate believers in their priesthood, restoring them to their rightful place in the work of ministry. The apostolic grace empowers people to function beyond their natural abilities, stepping into a supernatural capacity to serve the Kingdom of God.
In the modern era, we encounter what are known as Ascension Gift Apostles—those called by Christ after His ascension. As referenced in Ephesians 4:10-11, these apostles were given as gifts (doma) to the Church to continue its work and to build upon the foundation laid by the original apostles. An example of such an apostle is Paul, who was both foundational and transitional in his ministry.
It is crucial to understand that no man on earth can appoint or designate apostles. Jesus Christ alone is the One who calls and affirms apostles, gracing them with the ability to build His Church. The apostolic grace is not something that can be conferred by human authority but is a holy calling and empowerment from heaven. Apostles are marked by a divine fire, an apostolic authority that enables them to gather, teach, equip, and build upon the foundation of the Church.
However, in today’s world, many claim the title of apostle without the corresponding grace from God. These self-appointed apostles lack the divine authority and fire that marks true apostleship. True apostles, those graced by God, carry the mantle to advance the Church in ways that extend beyond human capacity, establishing the Kingdom of God on earth in power and truth.
In conclusion, the grace of the apostle is essential for the Church’s growth and advancement. Without this grace, the work of the apostle cannot be fulfilled. True apostles operate under the divine commissioning of Jesus Christ, and their grace enables them to build, restore, and activate believers in their calling to build the Church.
So, are you a true apostle called by God with holy orders from heaven, or are you a placeholder with no grace, no effectiveness, and no authority? If you are merely holding a title without the divine grace and power needed to fulfill the role, you are what I call an imposter to the Ascension ministry.
This brings distortion and confusion to the body of Christ, as people struggle to distinguish between those genuinely graced by God and those simply occupying a position. This false authority is dividing the Church, fragmenting ministries, and weakening the foundation of God’s house. Now more than ever, we need those truly graced by God to rise up, restore order, and build again in His holy Church.
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