Apostle Allison Smith Conliff focuses on the necessity of humility and obedience before God. Drawing from the biblical books of Isaiah and Daniel, the Apostle warns against the dangers of pride, specifically citing King Nebuchadnezzar’s downfall as a lesson in divine sovereignty. She emphasizes that God continues to speak through modern prophets and expects his followers to be cheerful givers who honor Him with their resources and lives. Throughout the message, she shares personal testimoniesof physical healing and spiritual endurance to illustrate God's miraculous power. Ultimately, the sermon serves as an urgent call for believers to repent of hypocrisy and remain steadfast in their faith during the last days.

Key Points:

Apostle Allison Smith Conliff defines the relationship between divine authority and humility as a total surrender of personal ego to ensure that God receives all honor and glory. She asserts that God is the ultimate source of all nourishment, talent, and success, and therefore, He shares His glory with no man.

The key elements of this relationship include:

Apostle Conliff emphasizes that to operate under divine authority, one must practice extreme humility by eliminating self-praise. She states that she "crucified self a long time ago" and that it was "nailed to the cross with Jesus Christ". This spiritual discipline allows her to perform acts of service, such as blessing others or conducting deliverances, without seeking public recognition. By taking "no glory" for herself, she maintains a position where God can continue to use her as a vessel for His power.

Apostle Conliff warns that humans often mistake the blessings of divine authority for their own achievements. She points out that every "nutrient" and bit of training a believer receives is nourished by God Himself. She uses the biblical example of King Nebuchadnezzar to illustrate the danger of forgetting this relationship:

• Nebuchadnezzar's "mightiness went to his head," leading him to claim he built his kingdom by his own power and for his own majesty,.
• Apostle Conliff notes that the moment someone says "it is I" instead of acknowledging "it is God," they move into a dangerous state of rebellion.
• She teaches that God "sets up and he pulls down" based on His desires, and divine authority can be removed instantly if a leader becomes full of themselves,.

For Apostle Conliff, humility is also defined as unquestioning obedience to divine instructions. She argues that believers often "miss the mark" because they try to rationalise or question God's commands, such as whom to pray for or how much to give, instead of simply following them. She suggests that a "smooth Christian walk" is only possible when one allows themselves to be "carried by the hand of God" rather than their own logic.

The Apostle explains that divine authority must be exercised with humility when correcting others. She states that she approaches members "in the humility of the mighty God" to raise their standards, rather than using authority to belittle them. She believes that God prefers humility because "He gave grace to the humble" but will actively "shine up" or discipline those who refuse to work as part of a team or who insist on an "I, I, I" mentality.

The relationship is further illustrated by Nebuchadnezzar’s restoration. Apostle Conliff notes that the King's "reason returned" only when he raised his eyes toward heaven and blessed the Most High, acknowledging that God’s dominion is the only one that is everlasting. This reinforces her view that humility is the necessary posture for anyone wishing to remain under the protection and empowerment of divine authority.

Rec. Date: 16th May, 2024