He Didn't Bring You This Far to Leave You -- Santosh Poonen -- November 29, 2020
https://rlcf.church/media/sermons/he-didnt-bring-you-far-leave-you River of Life Christian Fellowship 1306 N Lincoln Avenue Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA
Summary
The sermon encourages believers to live lives of continuous sowing and labor, drawing parallels from Psalm 126's theme of joyful harvest. The speaker warns against complacency, urging the congregation to be actively planting in their lives and ministries rather than resting in the perceived success of others. Furthermore, he emphasizes that true spiritual impact comes from a place of profound humility and lowliness, which is the secret of heaven.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Psalm 126 and the season of sowing in tearsDrawing from Psalm 126, the speaker notes that whether in a season of weeping or joy, God's great faithfulness should lead to praise.
Planting versus taking a napThe speaker challenges believers to examine whether they want to be found actively planting for eternity when Jesus returns or simply taking it easy.
The secret of a lowly peopleTrue spiritual power is found in lowliness, keeping one's head down and seeking a humble place in marriage, home, and church.
Hiding God's word in your heart to avoid sinMemorizing and treasuring Scripture is essential for both children and adults to find freedom and protection from sin.Psalm 119:105
Giving thanks for an unshakable kingdomUnlike outward blessings, New Covenant believers can give thanks for an unshakable kingdom defined by righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit.
Learning from the pattern of the IsraelitesJust as the Israelites repeatedly panicked and doubted God despite His past faithfulness, believers are warned not to fall into the same trap of unbelief.
He brought us out to bring us inGod rescued His people from Egypt specifically to bring them into the promised land, and quitting before the final step means missing out on His promises.
Abraham's long wait and ultimate provisionAbraham endured decades of waiting, detours, and personal failures, yet God ultimately fulfilled His promise and provided.
The disciples at the tomb and the resurrection hopeEven after Mary Magdalene and Peter experienced profound grief and failure, Jesus met them with forgiveness and a future, proving He did not bring them this far to leave them.
Trusting God for the fullness of His promiseBelievers who face spiritual dryness or unanswered cries should persist in faith, knowing God will fulfill His promises of the Holy Spirit and victory.
