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revelation in these areas. Even where there are already churches in existence, an apostle can come in and establish new revelation. Often the strongmen in these areas are spirits of religion and tradition. The apostle Paul had the desire to preach the gospel and to establish churches in new regions. He did not desire to boast in another man's work, but to preach Christ where He had not been preached (see 2 Cor. 10:16). In addition to regions being opened up to the Word of God, the Lord uses apostles to affect cities as well (see Acts 13:44). Remember, some are called to cities, some to regions and some to nations. Those called to certain cities will be commissioned to establish the truth in that city. This does not mean that every church in that city comes under an apostle's authority. The apostle has authority only in the place where he ministers or is allowed to minister. The Lord is now raising up apostles who will be voices in major cities. Wherever God sends His apostles, they will help change the spiritual climate of their assigned areas, whether those areas are cities, regions or nations. The result will be that the people in those areas are more receptive to hearing the Word of God—and the Church will be that much closer to fulfilling its mission.