Rory Synoground Ministries International
Pastor Rory Synoground
Dear Partner and Friend,
I praise God for your friendship and your partnership in ministering the Gospel of Jesus Christ. As we continue in our journey together, I am led to encourage you with the words of Jesus found in Matthew 11:12, “From the days of John the Baptist until now, the kingdom of heaven has forcefully advanced, and the strong take it by force.”
Jesus came preaching a Kingdom, not a religion. And as He stated here, the Kingdom of Heaven forcefully advances, and the strong take it by force.
I want to take a moment to reflect on the strong foundations of faith of the United States of America and the role each of us plays in advancing God's Kingdom today. As we look back at our roots, we can confidently move forward with purpose.
In 1607, Reverend Robert Hunt stepped onto the shores of Virginia Beach, dedicating this new land to the glory of God. He planted a wooden cross and prayed that the gospel of Jesus Christ would spread across this land and then to the world. This moment formed a special covenant with God, one that would inspire future generations to come. Reverend Hunt came with a divine mission to establish the Kingdom of God in this land, advance His Kingdom through this land, and then throughout the world.
Our Founding Fathers believed in this mission as well. They believed that true freedom is a gift from God, not something the government could give. They committed themselves to building a nation rooted in biblical values, where liberty and justice could thrive. Their faith laid the groundwork for a country where people could live out these ideals freely. These ideals were formed from the truths found in the Kingdom of God.
When Jesus spoke about His Kingdom, He said, "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is near" (Matthew 4:17). Jesus didn’t come to start a new religion but to introduce the Kingdom of God. This Kingdom isn’t just a far-off promise but something real and active, meant to shape our daily lives right now.
What is the Kingdom of God? Jesus revealed it to us when He taught His disciples how to pray in Matthew 6:9-10, “Therefore pray in this manner: Our Father Who is in heaven, hallowed be Your name. Your kingdom come; Your will be done on earth, as it is in heaven.”
Kingdom means a governing system. It is His dominion, His reign. It’s His way of living in His creation. Simply put, it’s His Will being done on the earth as it is in heaven.
Jesus also told us, “Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness” (Matthew 6:33). He encouraged us to put God's Kingdom above everything else. When we make God's will, His Word our top priority, we know that everything else we need will follow, provision, protection, healing, strength, value, purpose, the unconditional love of our Father, etc.
We are called to be a part of this Kingdom through the new birth. Jesus said in John 3:3 “Truly, truly I say to you, unless a man is born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God.”.
We must be born into this Kingdom to live in it. Through believing and confessing Jesus as Lord, Who is the King of this Kingdom, we become part of the family. We become a legal citizen of God’s Kingdom.
Once we are born into this Kingdom it is our duty, our responsibility to forcefully advance it on the earth (Matthew 11:12). We are called to "take it by force," which means standing strong in our faith even when it’s hard.
As we take our part in this mission, we will face challenges. Putting God’s Kingdom first means letting His values, His will, His Word guide our decisions in every part of our lives—from how we spend our time and money to how we treat others.
Here’s how we can put these truths into action:
Put God First: Look at your everyday choices. Are you putting God’s Word first in all you do? Make time to seek His guidance in all your plans and priorities.
Pray and Act: Pray for your family, your Church, your country, and its leaders. Take part in any elections. Remember, your vote is a small but powerful way to influence the future.
Serve wholeheartedly: Find ways to give your time, talent and money into the Kingdom. Serve your church and community, whether it’s through volunteering, ministry, or other ways of support. Be a Blessing
As you go about your week, here are a few questions to think about: “Am I truly seeking God's Kingdom first in my life?” “How can I better align my actions with God's principles?” And finally ask yourself, “What am I willing to sacrifice to move God’s Kingdom forward?”
In closing, the Kingdom of God is a present reality, that we should actively participate in. When we put God’s Kingdom first, engage in prayer, and serve faithfully, we bring hope, freedom, and positive change into the world. Let’s commit to putting God first and see how He works through us to impact our lives and the world around us.
Thank you for your dedication and faith. We are running this race, as we advance His Kingdom together.
Once again, I want to thank you for your prayers and for the donations you have given to this ministry. I encourage you to stand in faith and believe for a mighty harvest. “Be not deceived God is not mocked, whatsoever a man soweth that shall he also reap.” (Galatians 6:7)
In the name of Jesus, I declare the 100-fold return on your giving (Mark 4:8).
If you have any prayer requests let us know and we will pray for you. I will continue to pray Psalm 91, Ephesians 1:13-23 and Ephesians 3:14-21 for you and your family. God bless you richly in all things.
Your Partner in Ministry,
Pastor Rory Synoground
TOGETHER WE ARE REACHING THE WORLD
"THAT THE WORLD MAY BELIEVE...." (John 17:21)
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