In this explosive episode, I break down the true identity and purpose of the Church—beyond the noise of cultural compromise, performance-based gatherings, and consumer Christianity.

Drawing from the books of Acts, Ephesians, and Matthew 16, I reveal how Jesus designed the Church to be an Ekklesia—a spiritual governing body, not a social club or business.

You’ll hear how we've misused language like “the church is a hospital” or “a filling station” and why it’s time for the Church to reclaim its role as a Kingdom embassy, full of trained ambassadors—not spectators.

This episode is a prophetic call to reset, reform, and return to the true mission of the Church: equipping saints, discipling nations, and displaying God's manifold wisdom to the powers at work in the world.

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00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

00:51 The Church's Assignment and Call to Action

02:28 Invitation to Join the New Church Plant

03:30 Defining the Church: Ekklesia and Its Purpose

04:57 Jesus' Teachings on the Church's Role

13:50 The Church as a Governing Body

28:13 The Church as a Kingdom Embassy

32:25 Ephesians: A Guidebook for the Church

39:57 The Church and Politics: A Delicate Balance

40:51 Kingdom Citizenship: Higher Values and Ethics

41:40 The Church's True Mission: Beyond Politics

42:56 The Role of the Church in Society

44:10 The Church's Primary Function: Glorifying God

45:08 Beyond Personal Salvation: Governance and Discipleship

47:34 Misleading Metaphors for the Church

01:04:10 Kingdom Frameworks for the Church

01:05:21 Conclusion and Call to Action