Wang Yi proclaims that the risen Jesus Christ is the true King over China and all earthly powers, emphasizing that faith and confidence must be rooted in Christ's supreme authority to overcome all barriers. This sermon emphasizes the importance of being a warrior in the spiritual realm, standing firm in faith and confidence in Jesus Christ. It challenges believers to direct their confidence towards the Lord and trust in His power over all earthly and spiritual forces. The message highlights the victory of Jesus over evil forces and encourages believers to establish the rule of subduing in every system and environment, allowing the kingdom of heaven to expand.
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In front of the ruler of the sky, you must be a warrior. You are a warrior of the forest. You can't back down a bit.
Jesus Christ said, because your faith is too small. Smaller than a mustard seed. Faith is not the most important thing.
For example, some people say, oh, this, this, I, I pray, I have this disease, it's not cured yet. Next to Li sister said, because your faith is too small. If you have confidence, your disease will definitely be cured.
Confidence does not mean that your disease will definitely be cured. You are certain about this. Where did the Bible give you the certainty that your disease will definitely be cured? That is a blind confidence.
Confidence is the object of confidence. Does the Lord you believe in show his glory? Is he the glory of the Son of God? Is he Messiah? Is he greater than the king of the earth? Is he greater than all the power on earth? Is he greater than the power of the devil? Is he greater than the power of sin in you? If he is greater than all this, your confidence is directed to him. When you have confidence in him, the Lord said, the devil can be driven away.
When you face it, when the gospel is spread to China, don't you believe that the resurrected Jesus Christ has already defeated the evil forces in China? Has he already defeated the forces of the devil? When the gospel is spread to China, the king of China is not the king on earth, but the resurrected Jesus Christ. Amen. The demon king of Persia, the demon king of China, said in the book of Daniel, When the gospel is spread to China, those who rule China are no longer demons in the air, nor are they kings of the earth.
Jesus Christ has already won over the demon king of this country with his death. Amen. So when I stand at the crossroads after I celebrate, I will not be unfair to today's Chinese society.
Today's Chinese government is autocratic. So I don't need to follow this red light now. When I stand in that place, I know that I am subdued by that great king.
He is the king who rules the Chinese society. The real ruler of every crossroads is not the aunt in a yellow jacket, nor the police behind, but the resurrected Jesus Christ. Amen.
So what is the system of subduing people? Is autocracy subdued? Is slavery subdued? It sounds like subduing. On the contrary, if there is any system or environment that Christians cannot subdue, this absolutely cannot be subdued, then that system is greater than subduing. Do you understand? Then that system or environment is already a barrier to subduing.
If that barrier is not removed, subduing cannot spread. Subduing cannot rule people's hearts. So that barrier must be removed first.
If there is any system or environment that constitutes a barrier to subduing, then it is greater than subduing. Right? The rule of subduing... For example, if you want to subdue people's systems it means that subduing is greater than subduing. Subduing must enter all systems in human history.
Subduing does not need that system to change in order to produce fruit. Subduing can rule people's hearts Subduing can save souls Subduing can bring people freedom So no matter what environment no matter what system no matter what unfairness a person is in, he cannot say, I have no choice. Subduing tells him, No, you have a choice.
You should believe in Jesus Christ, who was crucified. So the rule of subduing, the true rule of subduing, can be established in any environment can be established in any system This is the real reason why people need to subdue all systems. The kingdom of heaven can be expanded in any system.
There is no need to remove the barrier before the kingdom of heaven can be expanded. The real barrier is not the system of the world nor the power of the king. The real barrier, as Christ has said, is called subduing.
Sermon Outline
I. The Nature of Faith and Confidence
Faith is not merely about size but its object
Confidence must be directed toward the true glory of Jesus
Blind confidence without biblical assurance is insufficient
II. The Supremacy of the Risen Jesus Christ
Jesus Christ is greater than all earthly kings and powers
He has defeated the forces of evil, including demon kings
The true ruler of China is the resurrected Christ
III. Overcoming Earthly Systems and Barriers
No earthly system or environment can ultimately subdue Christ's rule
Barriers to spiritual subduing must be removed for the kingdom to expand
The kingdom of heaven can grow within any system or circumstance
IV. Practical Implications for Believers
Believers have a choice to trust in Christ regardless of circumstances
Christ’s authority empowers believers to overcome societal oppression
Faith in Christ brings freedom and salvation beyond earthly constraints
Key Quotes
“The real ruler of every crossroads is not the aunt in a yellow jacket, nor the police behind, but the resurrected Jesus Christ.” — Wang Yi
“If there is any system or environment that Christians cannot subdue, this absolutely cannot be subdued, then that system is greater than subduing.” — Wang Yi
“The kingdom of heaven can be expanded in any system.” — Wang Yi
Application Points
Place your confidence firmly in the risen Jesus Christ rather than in circumstances or human authority.
Recognize that no earthly system can ultimately block the expansion of God's kingdom.
Live boldly as a warrior of faith, knowing Christ's victory over all powers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Wang Yi mean by 'the king of China is the risen Jesus Christ'?
He means that Jesus Christ, through His resurrection, holds ultimate authority over all earthly rulers, including those in China.
How should Christians view their faith according to the sermon?
Christians should ensure their faith and confidence are rooted in the true power and glory of Jesus, not in blind certainty.
Can earthly systems prevent the expansion of God's kingdom?
No, the sermon teaches that God's kingdom can expand within any system or environment regardless of earthly barriers.
What is the role of confidence in the believer's life?
Confidence must be directed toward Jesus Christ, recognizing His supremacy and power to overcome all challenges.
Does the sermon suggest Christians should obey earthly authorities?
While acknowledging earthly authorities, the sermon emphasizes ultimate submission to Christ as the true ruler.
The king of China is the risen Jesus Christ
Wang Yi
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