The foundations of My houses are to be laid as an even slab, where all who gather stand at the same level, for there has been no space allotted to erect platforms in My architectural design. Those who facilitate these assemblies are simply that…facilitators, as it is Holy Spirit that is to lead the gatherings of My people. Therefore, the form and function of each household should bear no resemblance to the current structure of the modern church, as this formation was designed by man, who is always looking for ways to elevate himself above others.
So it is to Holy Spirit’s authority that these assemblies should be submitted, and His unction is to be followed, as He only ever moves in unison with the Father’s will. For that reason, He must be given the room to freely move, unencumbered by man’s agendas, as these ‘self-serving stages’ have become a hindrance to the advancement of My Kingdom efforts. This idea of just a few preferred voices being heard must shift, as each and every member of My family was meant to exercise their gifts so that when the Body assembles, it operates as I intended: as a demonstration of the five-fold ministry. For it is then that the full counsel of God can be known.
And yet because seeing this ancient configuration reemerge will involve a major reconstruction effort, where what has been the normal operating procedure is no longer the standard, the majority of My own shall be unwilling to follow Me here, as these complacent children are content to exist in what has been; as being less effective vessels suits them just fine.
It is for that reason the remnant of My more dedicated builders has been called forth: that small percentage of believers who will obediently follow Me no matter which direction I am headed. This smaller labor force isn’t looking to gain recognition among their fellow brethren, nor do they seek an elevated station in the church. No, this contingency of faithful ones is solely focused on honoring the Father, and bringing glory to His name alone.
Then those who desire to join this divine collaboration must keep their eyes facing forward, leaving behind the old patterns and behaviors of being the church which must not be carried into the “new” I am doing now. These must release any preconceived notions about the future and simply heed My direction, remembering as you go that you are building for Me, and no other.
Yet some of My children are still under the false impression that building My house means they must first pay homage to another man’s ministry before I will support their own calling, as if they’re climbing a corporate ladder, and must, thereby, pay their dues.
However, I have come in this hour to clear up this misunderstanding, as My house is not ‘pastor, apostle, or prophet-centric’. There is only one man, Jesus, who is the Christ, the core of My Body, who is, thereby, given the seat of prominence when My children gather. He is the very heart that pulsates with the blood of forgiveness and grace through each member of the true Ekklesia, and so it is His name alone that deserves to be elevated above all others.
Then the current remnant must see to it that no man-centered platforms are erected amongst them, for how quickly the flesh can rise up with the desire to assert itself over others in an attempt to grab center stage, especially in those who have not set a guard over their own thoughts.
Understand this: that the enemy plans to strike again from within the midst of My households, going to those already prone to conceit, and who carry the tendencies of self-promotion. For here lies the threshold where that same religious spirit that has plagued the church for years, is able to gain entrance and establish that familiar form of subjugation which has restrained the majority of believers from walking in their full identity; a place where only those deemed “qualified” were able to minister when the brethren assembled.
So keep a close watch on your hearts so that you are not led back into this subtle form of captivity. For while some among you are called to oversee My households, none of you were meant to lord your position over your brothers and sisters: those who are co-equal, as all are co-heirs in Christ.
“Unless the Lord builds the house, those who build it labor in vain.” -Psalm 127:1