The Spirit of Elijah: Restoring the Kingdom Family | Men’s Meeting
In this profound and timely message, Pastor Austin Rumpel unpacks an unexpected sign of the end times: the restoration of the Kingdom family. Originally shared during a Men's Meeting but deeply applicable to every believer, this teaching explores how the Spirit of Elijah is moving today to turn the hearts of fathers to their children and children to their fathers (Malachi 4). Pastor Austin exposes the orphan spirit and the rebellious nature of Lucifer, contrasting them with the sacrificial love of a true spiritual father and the perfect submission of a true son, perfectly modeled by Jesus.
The message begins with a powerful warning from 1 Samuel 16 to stop judging ourselves and others by the flesh, and concludes with a revelatory look at Genesis 4. By examining the offerings of Cain and Abel, Pastor Austin demonstrates how our willingness to give our "first and best" is the ultimate reflection of a heart that trusts the Father. Whether you are seeking spiritual mentorship, healing from family wounds, or a deeper revelation of your identity in Christ, this message will challenge you to step fully into the family of God.
Key Sections in this Message:
Stop Judging by the Flesh: Looking at 1 Samuel 16, Pastor Austin reminds us that God does not look at our outward appearance, education, or past mistakes. We must reject self-rejection and start defining ourselves by the prophetic Word of the Lord, just as Gideon did to bring deliverance to a nation.
An Unexpected End-Times Sign: According to Malachi 4 and Luke 1, a primary sign of the last days is the outpouring of the Spirit of Elijah. This spirit does not just bring repentance; it restores the family unit, turning the disobedient back to the wisdom of the just.
10,000 Instructors, But Few Fathers: Drawing from 1 Corinthians 4 and Paul’s letters to Timothy, Pastor Austin explains the desperate need for spiritual fathers and mothers in the church. True leadership is not about seeking a platform; it is about taking responsibility and laying down your life in sacrificial love for the next generation.
The Heart of a Son vs. The Nature of Lucifer: The defining characteristic of Jesus (the Son) is perfect submission to the Father's will, while the defining characteristic of Lucifer is a demand for independence and elevation. To be part of the Kingdom family, we must drive out the orphan nature of rebellion and embrace the joy of submission.
Cain, Abel, and the Heart of an Offering: The first murder in human history was over an offering. In Genesis 4, we see that Abel brought his first and best, while Cain brought his offering merely "in the process of time." Pastor Austin reveals how our offerings are a direct reflection of our trust in God and our leaders.