50 Truths Concerning Apostolic Ministry

4. Apostolic Ministry is First in Rank ank is defined as a degree or position of dignity, eminence, or excellence, a grade of official standing (Webster). R Even though we are all equal in Christ as to salvation, there are different ranks in the spirit. Different ranks carry different degrees of authority and power. One of the definitions of "first" is chiefly. This means according to the highest rank or office, of greatest importance, significance, or influence. Just as there is rank in the military, there is also rank in the "army of God". There is rank in the spirit realm. There is rank in the Godhead. There is rank among angels. There is even rank among evil spirits. All authority and power is based upon rank. We must be able to receive, walk in, and discern different rankings in the spirit. Evil spirits recognize spiritual rank. Every believer has rank to cast out devils. Apostles walk and minister in the highest rank. Evil spirits and angels must recognize and respect their rank. They have enough rank in the Spirit to command, decree and rebuke with authority. Their rank is within their sphere of authority. In other words, they have rank in the areas they have been assigned to by God.

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