Encounters with the Powers of the World to Come – A Message of Restoration by Apostle Dr. Michael Mband
Introduction
In this profound message, Apostle Dr. Michael Mband explores what God envisioned for humanity at creation, the reality of what was lost through sin, and the restoration available through Jesus Christ. Delivered on Heaven Today Channel, this teaching is a call to rediscover our spiritual heritage, walk in the fullness of God’s design, and harness the power of the spoken Word for transformation.
God’s Blueprint for Humanity
Apostle Dr. Mband reminds us that, from the beginning, God created man with a unique purpose:
- Dominion and Power: Man was designed to rule and have power on earth, reflecting God’s own authority and capability.
- Fellowship and Family: God sought companionship—a spiritual family capable of fellowship at His level, exemplified by God’s communion with Adam in Eden.
- Holiness: God’s image is one of perfect purity. He designed man to share in this holiness, enabling genuine fellowship with the Divine.
- Sufficiency: When God created man, everything needed for life and godliness was provided. Man was intended to live without lack, just as God is all-sufficient.
The Tragedy of the Fall and Loss
All these blessings were forfeited when man sinned, similar to Lucifer’s own fall from grace. Eden, a place of fullness and authority, became a memory as Adam and Eve were driven out, stripped of sufficiency and spiritual authority. As Apostle Dr. Mband states, they went “from having everything to suddenly having nothing.” This loss is captured in Isaiah 42:22—God’s people robbed, plundered, and imprisoned, with no one declaring restoration.
Restoration Through Jesus Christ
However, the message doesn’t end in loss. Jesus Christ came to restore everything that was lost:
- Present-Day Eden: Through the blood of Jesus, believers have access to all that was lost—sufficiency, power, glory, and every blessing pertaining to life and godliness.
- Knowledge is Key: Many stand within the provision of Christ’s sacrifice but fail to experience its fullness due to lack of knowledge (Hosea 4:6). Understanding and claiming what the blood of Christ has provided is essential for restoration.
The Only Power of the Devil is Deception
A central theme in Apostle Mband’s sermon is that the devil’s only weapon is deception. Jesus declared, “All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth” (Matthew 28:18). Believers need not fear a defeated enemy—his only tactics are persuasive lies and cunning strategies (Ephesians 6:11). These deceptions can only be overcome by knowing the truth: “And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” (John 8:32).
Embrace the Word: The Pathway to Restoration
The Word of God is the believer’s greatest tool:
- Faith by Hearing: Faith is birthed by hearing God’s Word (Romans 10:17).
- Transformation by the Word: Speaking, meditating, and acting upon the Word brings success and prosperity, just as declared to Joshua (Joshua 1:8).
- The Power of the Tongue: The tongue steers the course of life. Speaking God’s Word propels believers toward their destiny, while neglecting it invites defeat (James 3:3-6).
“Man is word,” asserts Apostle Dr. Mband. Just as God is the Word, so are those made in His image. Your existence, success, and restoration are tied to your relationship with God’s Word.
Take Action: Restore All That Was Lost
Apostle Mband’s message concludes with an urgent appeal:
- Identify What Is Missing: Examine your life to discern what blessings or attributes intended for you are lacking.
- Claim Restoration: Boldly approach God, knowing Jesus has already paid the price for your total restoration (Galatians 3:13).
- Use Your Words: Speak, meditate on, and practice the Word of God. Restoration requires not only knowing but declaring and doing what God has said.
Final Encouragement
It is time for change and transformation. Everything Christ accomplished at Calvary is available to you—not by chance, but by conscious faith and bold confession. Let your words align with God’s Word, and let restoration unfold in every area of your life. “…speak the word, think the word, do the word—then you’ll make your way prosperous.” – Apostle Dr. Michael Mband
