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©Ed Silvoso Five Pivotal Paradigm Shifts required for Nation Transformation
©Ed Silvoso Pivotal Paradigms for Nation Transformation 1.We are called to disciple nations, not just individuals. (Matt. 28:18-20)
©Ed Silvoso Pivotal Paradigms for Nation Transformation “Go therefore and disciple all the nations…” (Matt. 28:18-20) “Go therefore and disciple all the nations…” (Matt. 28:18-20)
©Ed Silvoso Pivotal Paradigms for Nation Transformation 2. The Marketplace, which is the heart of the nation, has been redeemed, and now it must be reclaimed. (Luke 19:10)
©Ed Silvoso Pivotal Paradigms for Nation Transformation For the Son of Man came to seek and to save that which was lost. (Luke 19:10) For the Son of Man came to seek and to save that which was lost. (Luke 19:10)
©Ed Silvoso Pivotal Paradigms for Nation Transformation 3. Every Christian is a minister, and labor is worship. 3. Every Christian is a minister, and labor is worship. (Col. 3:23)
©Ed Silvoso Pivotal Paradigms for Nation Transformation Whatever you do, do your work heartily, as for the Lord rather than for men. (Col. 3:23) Whatever you do, do your work heartily, as for the Lord rather than for men. (Col. 3:23)
©Ed Silvoso Pivotal Paradigms for Nation Transformation 4. We are to take the kingdom of God to where the kingdom of darkness is still entrenched and Jesus will build His Church. (Matt. 16:18-19)
©Ed Silvoso Pivotal Paradigms for Nation Transformation “…Upon this rock I will build My church; and the gates of Hades shall not overpower it. I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven…” (Matt. 16:18-19) “…Upon this rock I will build My church; and the gates of Hades shall not overpower it. I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven…” (Matt. 16:18-19)
©Ed Silvoso Pivotal Paradigms for Nation Transformation 5. Nation transformation must be tangible with the premier social indicator being the elimination of systemic poverty. (1 John 3:8b)
©Ed Silvoso Pivotal Paradigms for Nation Transformation Gen. 3: “Thorns and thistles”… (Jesus wore a crown of thorns) Gen. 3: “Thorns and thistles”… (Jesus wore a crown of thorns) Why poverty? Luke 4:18 - “Good news to the poor” Acts 4:34 - “No needy one among them” Acts 20:35 - “We must take care of the needy” Gal. 2:10 - “Take care of the poor”
©Ed Silvoso Pivotal Paradigms for Nation Transformation The Son of God appeared for this purpose, that He might destroy the works of the devil. (1 John 3:8b) The Son of God appeared for this purpose, that He might destroy the works of the devil. (1 John 3:8b)
The International Transformation Network A strategic alliance of Pulpit and Marketplace Ministers building transformation prototypes ©Ed Silvoso 2006
The International Transformation Network Is ethical, operating in the highest integrity to produce and deliver superior products and services Is ethical, operating in the highest integrity to produce and deliver superior products and services A Transformation Company, Profession and Individual embraces the Five Pivotal Paradigms for Nation Transformation and: A Transformation Company, Profession and Individual embraces the Five Pivotal Paradigms for Nation Transformation and: ©Ed Silvoso 2006
Intentionally invests in the betterment of its workforce and its families A Transformation Company, Profession and Individual embraces the Five Pivotal Paradigms for Nation Transformation and: A Transformation Company, Profession and Individual embraces the Five Pivotal Paradigms for Nation Transformation and: The International Transformation Network ©Ed Silvoso 2006
Actively pursues the transformation of its sphere of influence and expertise in the marketplace A Transformation Company, Profession and Individual embraces the Five Pivotal Paradigms for Nation Transformation and: A Transformation Company, Profession and Individual embraces the Five Pivotal Paradigms for Nation Transformation and: The International Transformation Network ©Ed Silvoso 2006
Invests generously and sacrificially in the broader community A Transformation Company, Profession and Individual embraces the Five Pivotal Paradigms for Nation Transformation and: A Transformation Company, Profession and Individual embraces the Five Pivotal Paradigms for Nation Transformation and: The International Transformation Network ©Ed Silvoso 2006
A Transformation Company, Profession and Individual embraces the Five Pivotal Paradigms for Nation Transformation and: A Transformation Company, Profession and Individual embraces the Five Pivotal Paradigms for Nation Transformation and: Purposefully connects with other companies, professions and individuals to impact the world Purposefully connects with other companies, professions and individuals to impact the world The International Transformation Network ©Ed Silvoso 2006
Equips, commissions and releases its members to reach the marketplace and intentionally pastor the city / region 24/7 A Transformation Church is one whose leaders embrace and model the Five Pivotal Paradigms for Nation Transformation and: A Transformation Church is one whose leaders embrace and model the Five Pivotal Paradigms for Nation Transformation and: The International Transformation Network ©Ed Silvoso 2006
Diligently pursues organic unity in the larger Body of Christ to energize the mission of the Church A Transformation Church is one whose leaders embrace and model the Five Pivotal Paradigms for Nation Transformation and: A Transformation Church is one whose leaders embrace and model the Five Pivotal Paradigms for Nation Transformation and: The International Transformation Network ©Ed Silvoso 2006
Commits a growing percentage of its resources to Kingdom expansion by sacrificially investing beyond the local congregation to achieve transformation A Transformation Church is one whose leaders embrace and model the Five Pivotal Paradigms for Nation Transformation and: A Transformation Church is one whose leaders embrace and model the Five Pivotal Paradigms for Nation Transformation and: The International Transformation Network ©Ed Silvoso 2006
Expects the Kingdom of God to be tangibly manifested in cities and nations The International Transformation Network ©Ed Silvoso 2006 A Transformation Church is one whose leaders embrace and model the Five Pivotal Paradigms for Nation Transformation and: A Transformation Church is one whose leaders embrace and model the Five Pivotal Paradigms for Nation Transformation and:
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