Realizing Our True Purpose #5: The Journey to Our Destination -- Santosh Poonen -- November 19, 2021
http://rlcf.church/media/sermons/the-journey-to-our-destination River of Life Christian Fellowship 1306 N Lincoln Avenue Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA
Summary
The sermon emphasizes that life on earth is an 'entrance exam' for eternity, which can only be passed by accepting Christ's perfect life and resurrection. While we must work and play diligently, keeping eternity in mind, the focus should be on living according to Micah 6:8: being kind, merciful, and humble. Ultimately, the message encourages trust in God's plan, reminding listeners that nothing can defeat them because God's love is constant.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Recapping our life's purposeLife on earth is an entrance exam for eternity, and because we would fail on our own, Jesus offers His perfect answer paper if we let go of our old one.
Living by the power of the Holy SpiritJust as a glove needs a hand, we are helpless on our own, but the Holy Spirit fills us so we can do God's will and experience Jesus as our closest friend.
Doing your best while keeping eternity in mindGod wants you to do your best in work, play, and learning according to your ability without comparing yourself to others, always keeping eternity in view.
The game of Monopoly and the passing worldJust like a game of Monopoly where everything is eventually put back in the box, the world and everything in it is passing away.
What does it mean to do the will of God?Earthly responsibilities like work and play are part of God's plan, and we should do everything with all our hearts for Jesus.Colossians 3:23
Three important principles for the journeyWe must focus on being kind, being merciful without holding grudges, and being humble by putting others before ourselves.Micah 6:8
God works all things together for our goodIf you love God, He will use everything you face to make you like Jesus and ultimately bring you into eternal glory.Romans 8:28
Nothing can separate us from God's loveBecause God gave His only Son, He will help us through any trial, and nothing in life or danger can ever stop Him from loving us.
