4. Being A Zealous Builder in the Church — Zac Poonen — October 12, 2022
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Summary
The sermon emphasizes the responsibility of men to act as strong leaders, both in their homes and within the church, drawing parallels to biblical examples. The speaker argues that leadership is not limited to those with the gift of preaching, but rather involves taking responsibility in any capacity. He also touches on the importance of spiritual alertness, referencing passages like 1 Corinthians 16:13.
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https://rlcf.church/media/sermons/being-a-zealous-builder-in-the-church 00:00:07 - Being a Zealous Builder in the Church 00:57:15 - Question & Answer time 00:57:17 - How can I find out what gifts God wants to give me to build up the church? 00:59:13 - What are effective ways of reaching out to those outside the church to make disciples of them? 01:02:43 - What are some practical gifts for introverts? 01:04:35 - When we have an opportunity to share from God's word during or after the meeting, how can we be a blessing to the body? 01:05:54 - How can we test ourselves to see if we're veering off into teaching? 01:10:03 - How can we be sure that we are accomplishing the work that God has given us to do and not just any work? (John 17:4) 01:11:53 - When we read the New Testament, the apostles seem to be convinced of their calling, ministry, and gifts, how can we be convinced of the same? 01:12:09 - How can we keep from getting discouraged or feeling down in the work that we do in the church, that our work is not good enough? 01:14:52 - How do we maintain a balance of a healthy home life while ensuring that we are not neglecting our usefulness in the church? 01:17:19 - How can we be sure that we are in the church that the Lord wants us to be? 01:18:28 - Apart from prophesying and speaking in the church meetings, what are other practical ways in which the church built up? Do ordinary things like picnics, games etc. build the church? 01:20:32 - What is the inner witness of the Holy Spirit? 01:28:07 - How can a young believer be protected as they are learning to hear the inner witness of the Holy Spirit? 01:34:44 - How can I have a close relationship with unconverted loved ones? 01:39:07 - Do I need to be honest about my failures to people or to God? 01:43:28 - How should understand confessing our sins to one another based on James 5:16? 01:46:36 - How do we prevent bitterness in our hearts towards others? River of Life Christian Fellowship 1306 N Lincoln Avenue Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA
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The speaker emphasizes that men must act responsibly and take leadership roles in their homes, the church, and in general life, drawing parallels to the early church and the Old Testament. He argues that failing to lead or take responsibility—being 'effeminate' in action—is a spiritual failure that affects families and the church. True manhood involves taking responsibility, regardless of whether one has a gift for teaching or preaching.
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