Lecture Notes: The Seven Mountains of Influence

Introduction

• The lecture discusses the concept of "The Seven Mountains of Influence."
• Emphasis on understanding the influence of Christianity in transforming societal structures.
• Acknowledgement of different terms like Jesus Christ, Christianity, and religious systems for explanation purposes.

Main Concepts

The Seven Mountains of Influence

• A blueprint for shaping society stemming from dominion theology in the 1970s.
• Aimed at Christians infiltrating these societal structures to transform them through the gospel.

Purpose

• Transform societal beliefs and behavior to align with Christian values.
• Expected to prepare the world for Jesus Christ’s return by subjecting these mountains to God’s kingdom.

The Seven Mountains

1. Education
2. Religion
3. Family
4. Business
5. Government & Military
6. Arts & Entertainment
7. Media

Criticism and Challenges

• One Christian cannot change all seven pillars alone, but one can infiltrate each.
• The current societal system is resistant to change through religious influence alone.
• Christianity perceived as part of the system it tries to change, making transformation difficult.
• Emphasized that no political or religious solution can resolve spiritual issues.

Connection to Biblical Prophecy

• Parallels drawn between the seven mountains and the seven-headed beast in Revelation.
• The system is perceived as deeply ingrained and hard to infiltrate using itself.

Theological and Societal Implications

• Discussion on the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR) and its alignment with the Seven Mountain Mandate.
• Described as unbiblical, focusing on experience over scripture.
• Accused of abandoning biblical teachings on the end times.
• Critiqued for using high-pressure sales tactics in religious settings.

Conclusion

• Emphasis on understanding the limitations of using the seven mountains framework for societal transformation.
• Biblical references to scriptural teachings on Jesus’ kingdom not aligning with this mandate.

Final Thoughts

• Reinforcement of staying aligned with scriptural teachings rather than societal structures.
• Encouragement to prepare spiritually for changes rather than seeking to alter the existing world order.

Closing Prayer

• A prayer was included, thanking the Heavenly Father for guidance and protection.
• Emphasis on spiritual preparation and following scriptural teachings.