Words of Encouragement - Sanjay Poonen - April 16, 2017
http://rlcf.church/words-of-encouragement River of Life Christian Fellowship 1306 N Lincoln Avenue Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA
Summary
The speaker shares his testimony and offers encouragement on living as a true disciple in the modern world, regardless of one's profession. He emphasizes that believers must live with the mindset of being citizens of heaven, recognizing that earthly life is temporary. Key principles include maintaining godly character, working diligently in one's calling, and striving to be a visible light and salt through actions and conduct.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Introduction and family backgroundSanjay Poonen introduces himself as a distant relative and brother of Santosh, sharing stories of their upbringing and expressing joy at being at the conference.
Value 1: Remembering life is a vapor and our citizenship is in heavenBelievers should view life on earth as a temporary tour of duty, focusing on godly character rather than worldly profits because life vanishes quickly.James 4:13–15
Value 2: Working hard as a Christian witnessChristians must strive to work diligently in whatever task they are given so that they never earn a reputation for being slothful.Colossians 3:231 Thessalonians 4:11
Value 3: Being a light on a hill and salt in foodBelievers are called to have excellent behavior and speech that act as a silent or visible godly influence to those around them.
Value 4: Being a servant leader with humilityRather than seeking personal glory, those in leadership should serve others like Jesus did, embracing humility which God rewards with grace.
Praying for productivity and honoring GodDrawing on the example of Daniel, believers can pray for God's grace to be productive and effective in their work as a result of honoring Him.
Value 5: Being on fire for God and avoiding lukewarmnessYoung people especially should cultivate habits of zeal for God early in life to avoid becoming lukewarm as they age.
A mother's example of seizing every opportunity to witnessAn inspiring personal anecdote about his mother turning a phone call from a direct marketer into an opportunity to share the gospel illustrates that anyone can be a witness.
