Our Collective Part in Advancing the Mission l Rick Shabi

This sermon, delivered by Rick Shabi, introduces the powerful theme: "Advance the Mission." Building upon the foundation of "Speaking the Same Thing," this message serves as a call for the Church to move beyond the status quo and toward spiritual maturity. Drawing from the examples of ancient Israel and the early New Testament Church, Mr. Shabi explains that the work of God is only advanced when His people are unified in truth and purified in heart. In a world that has grown increasingly hostile and divided, this teaching emphasizes that our individual actions — and even our hidden thoughts —directly impact the collective success of God's commission. In this sermon, you will discover: The Transition from Unity to Advancement: Why "speaking the same thing" is the essential prerequisite for a Church called to "go forward" at the Red Sea of modern times. The "Achan" Principle: A sobering look at Joshua 7, revealing how one person's hidden compromise can halt the progress of the entire community and why God demands absolute integrity. Obedience in the "Adverbs": Why it isn't enough to just "obey." Mr. Shabi explains how God watches for us to follow Him diligently, willingly, and exactly. The Purification of the Body: An analysis of the dramatic accounts of Nadab and Abihu (Leviticus 10) and Ananias and Sapphira (Acts 5), showing that God blesses His Church most when it is most separate from the world. The Blueprint for Growth: How laying aside malice, deceit, and hypocrisy allows the Church to be built up as "living stones" into a spiritual house pleasing to God. Key Scriptures Referenced: Matthew 28:19-20 & 24:14: The dual commission to make disciples and preach the Gospel to all nations. Joshua 7: The defeat at Ai and the uncovering of Achan’s sin. Acts 5:1-11: The purification of the early Church through the trial of Ananias and Sapphira. 1 Corinthians 1:10: The plea for unity in mind, judgment, and speech. 1 Peter 2:1-5: Desiring the pure milk of the word and becoming a holy priesthood. Subscribe to keep the message going. Join us as we continue to post sermons and other material dedicated to the authority of Scripture and the coming Kingdom of God. https://www.yourlivingword.com #RickShabi #AdvanceTheMission #ChurchUnity #BiblicalPurity #GreatCommission #YourLivingWord