http://rlcf.church
River of Life Christian Fellowship
1306 N Lincoln Avenue
Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA
Summary
This message explores how to recognize Jesus and understand God-given authorities in our lives. The speakers examine biblical principles for identifying true spiritual authority and the proper submission to those leaders God has established.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Why is Jesus hidden from us?God is a God who hides himself, and many people physically saw Jesus without recognizing who he was.Isaiah 45:15
Revealed to infantsGod hides things from the wise and intelligent, revealing them instead to those who are humble like little children.
The disciples on the road to EmmausThough Jesus walked and spoke with the two disciples, their eyes were prevented from recognizing him until he broke bread.Luke 24:15–32
Following the MessiahAndrew and another disciple spent a day with Jesus after John the Baptist pointed him out as the Lamb of God, leading Andrew to recognize him as the Messiah.John 1:36–41
Moving past routineUnless the Lord opens our eyes to see spiritual realities, coming to church becomes a mere routine and life remains unchanged.
Discovering an imbalance through reflectionReflecting on past teaching habits revealed an emphasis on God's holiness and personal Bible study while largely neglecting the topic of submission to earthly authority.
The idea that God is all we needChristians often lean into the correct idea that God and scripture are the final authority to dismiss the need for human teachers or correction.
Looking at 2 Timothy 3Paul instructs Timothy on the value of scripture for correction and the mandate to preach the word and rebuke when necessary.
Overcoming pride and isolationWandering from church to church without being under elders often stems from pride and an over-spiritualized independence rather than true biblical obedience.
The mutual responsibility of submissionBelievers are called to obey spiritual leaders who watch over their souls, recognizing that both leaders and followers have heavy responsibilities before God.
http://rlcf.church
River of Life Christian Fellowship
1306 N Lincoln Avenue
Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA
Summary
This message explores how to recognize Jesus and understand God-given authorities in our lives. The speakers examine biblical principles for identifying true spiritual authority and the proper submission to those leaders God has established.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Why is Jesus hidden from us?God is a God who hides himself, and many people physically saw Jesus without recognizing who he was.Isaiah 45:15
Revealed to infantsGod hides things from the wise and intelligent, revealing them instead to those who are humble like little children.
The disciples on the road to EmmausThough Jesus walked and spoke with the two disciples, their eyes were prevented from recognizing him until he broke bread.Luke 24:15–32
Following the MessiahAndrew and another disciple spent a day with Jesus after John the Baptist pointed him out as the Lamb of God, leading Andrew to recognize him as the Messiah.John 1:36–41
Moving past routineUnless the Lord opens our eyes to see spiritual realities, coming to church becomes a mere routine and life remains unchanged.
Discovering an imbalance through reflectionReflecting on past teaching habits revealed an emphasis on God's holiness and personal Bible study while largely neglecting the topic of submission to earthly authority.
The idea that God is all we needChristians often lean into the correct idea that God and scripture are the final authority to dismiss the need for human teachers or correction.
Looking at 2 Timothy 3Paul instructs Timothy on the value of scripture for correction and the mandate to preach the word and rebuke when necessary.
Overcoming pride and isolationWandering from church to church without being under elders often stems from pride and an over-spiritualized independence rather than true biblical obedience.
The mutual responsibility of submissionBelievers are called to obey spiritual leaders who watch over their souls, recognizing that both leaders and followers have heavy responsibilities before God.
