It's Coming - The Gathering Revolution

It’s On the Rise - The Gathering Revolution

In the previous article from episode 69, I wrote that a gathering revolution is on the rise. God will stir His people to gather together like never before as the church emerges from the pandemic lockdown. The reopening and full operation of the church as God intends will take more than legal action; it will take the church rising up in five key areas that are covered at the end of this article. Below are some pieces of evidence that God is already doing the stirring of His people to gather like never before.

Trump Declares Church Essential while UN Declares Abortion as Essential Services

1. Abortion Essential says UN: (click here for more information)

2. Trump Declares Church Essential: (Watch the YouTube Video)

You may not agree with everything the president of the United States says or does, and he has his faults, but here he stands for the church as essential. His administration stands against the United Nations for making abortion essential during the pandemic. In contrast, the president calls the church essential and says that prayer is needed. God is stirring things. 

French Council of State Rules Ban on Religious Gatherings Is Unlawful

(Click here for the news article)

In France, laws against churches gathering have been overturned. Again, the door of opportunity is open for the church to gather like never before.

Business Man will Pay Fine for Churches

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Three churches defy the lockdown order in Chicago, and a businessman promises to pay the fines of the church.

Young People: Increasingly Seeking After Spiritual Things:

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This survey is further evidence that God is pulling people to himself, and so the church has a great opportunity to gather souls into the kingdom of God.

Options for Safe Opening

However, I am certainly not advocating for a reckless reopening of the church and ignoring medical recommendations. However, the church can reopen and gather in a safe way. The government has been allowing certain businesses to operate (i.e. Supermarkets) as long as they follow safety regulations. Even so, the church can safely reopen and gather together. Given your local situation, every pastor would need to make the best decision. For those who decide to open, the following are some suggestions of things that can be done. 

• Cell Groups or Small Groups

• Multiple Services with Fewer People

• Entrance Testing - using a non-contact thermometer to check for those with a high temperature and sending them home if necessary.

• Sanitizers available throughout the church building beginning at the entrance.

• Limiting bathroom use to one at a time or only enough to allow for 6 feet distance.

• Posting signs in the bathrooms for hand-washing guidelines.

• Limit the number of people singing in the Praise and Worship Team to allow for 6 feet distancing.

• Short Services - reduce the length of services to minimize the chance of exposure.

• Rearrange Seating to Maximize Social Distancing

• Limit after church mingling. Send everyone home immediately after the end of service.

• Sanitize all high touch areas daily. Do not share items that have to be used in the service, or sanitize after each use.

For more information and expert recommendations, try the CDC website.

For the Gathering to Take Place

It will take more than just the president’s declaration. It will take more than any legislative action. It will take more than just unlocking the church doors. The church must make the following five steps to rise in a gathering revolution.

1. Call for Corporate Repentance

2. Confront Demonic Forces  (United Matthew 18:18)

3. Declare Revival

4. Call for the People to Gather

5. Release the Ministries of the Pew

Get a full explanation for each of these five steps in episode 70: A Gathering Revolution