As I have observed the New Testament church in different places and in different groups, denominations and networks, I discern that there is a spirit of elitism that is operating in many churches and in the lives of many leaders or elders. Many of these leaders are sincere followers of Christ but are blind to their condition. This spirit of elitism is deeply rooted into the life of many churches. This needs to be addressed and rooted out of the churches and the leaders lives.
Watch this message on this topic in Part 1 and Part 2, together about 17 minutes of sharing on this topic. Let me know your thoughts and if you are in agreement with me on this or if you see things a bit differently. Let us have a dialog on this topic.
Grace and peace to you all in Christ
John Marcus
Overcoming the spirit of elitism (Part 1)
Overcoming the spirit of elitism (Part 2)
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At the beginning of 2009 God placed two words in my heart, the word FOUNDATION and the word SHAKING. From these two words God began to speak to me about the year ahead in 2009. Watch this video below to get an outline of what I sense God saying for 2009.
With kind regards
John Marcus
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