Global Online Youth Meeting Q&A -- Zac Poonen -- August 27, 2022

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00:00:00 - Introduction 00:00:07 - Doubting my Salvation 00:03:25 - Baptism in the Holy Spirit 00:07:15 - Avoiding Condemnation 00:08:52 - Spiritual Guidance 00:11:51 - Sexual Temptation 00:18:31 - Hearing from God Regarding Whom to Marry 00:22:18 - How to Practically Find a Godly Spouse 00:26:29 - Practical Considerations on Who to Marry 00:28:48 - Input from Parents Regarding Marriage 00:30:50 - Breaking the Unhealthy Family Cycle 00:32:48 - Same-Sex Attraction 00:36:31 - Devotion to Christ 00:39:19 - Practical Disciplines 00:42:37 - Studying God’s Word 00:44:15 - Finding My Place in the Body of Christ 00:46:37 - Restitution 00:50:33 - Personal Career Aspirations 00:54:02 - Being a Witness at Work 00:55:47 - Social Issues 00:57:51 - Attending Meetings of Other Church Denominations 01:00:38 - Discontentment in My Local Church 01:03:04 - Evangelism 01:06:00 - Judging Others 01:07:41 - The Opinions of People 01:10:29 - Women Speaking in the Church 01:16:49 - Speaking in Tongues --- http://rlcf.church River of Life Christian Fellowship 1306 N Lincoln Avenue Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA

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The speaker addresses common struggles such as doubting salvation, advising listeners to rely on God's Word (faith) rather than feelings. He emphasizes that seeking the Holy Spirit should be done through persistent prayer, not by relying on others. Furthermore, he teaches that true guidance comes from a motive to glorify God, and that the Holy Spirit always encourages, never condemns.

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How do I know if I am truly born again?Salvation is an inward reality in the spirit where God dwells, so believers must walk by faith in God's word rather than shifting feelings or outward circumstances.

How should I seek the baptism in the Holy Spirit?Believers do not need human hands laid on them; they can go directly to God as a loving Father and persist in asking Him to fill them with the Holy Spirit.

What is the difference between conviction and condemnation?The Holy Spirit always brings encouragement and never condemns, whereas condemnation comes from the devil and stems from unbelief.Romans 15:5

How do I distinguish God's voice for practical guidance?God guides believers through pure motives centered on His glory, an inner witness with a clear conscience, closed or opened circumstances, and His unchanging word.

How can I overcome addiction to pornography?Pornography is spiritual garbage that ruins the mind, and believers must ruthlessly flee from sexual immorality by cutting off temptation and crying out to God for grace.

How can I know whom God has chosen for me to marry?God guides marriage choices through inner peace, spiritual and intellectual compatibility alongside physical attraction, and the counsel of godly people.

What are acceptable ways for a Christian to find a spouse?Dating often invites dangerous physical temptation, so believers should trust God's sovereignty, seek recommendations from godly parents or friends, and exercise caution with matrimonial apps.

What importance should be given to age and practical differences?While small age differences are manageable, the primary requirement is spiritual maturity so that the wife can genuinely look up to her husband as the head.

What should I do if my parents object to my marriage?Believers should honor and care for their parents according to Scripture, but parental dependency should not prevent a godly marriage after proper discussion.

How do I break unhealthy family cycles in marriage?Recognizing an unhealthy family background allows a person to reject those patterns, disconnect spiritually from their old family tree, and graft into Christ to build a godly home.

How should I handle same-sex attraction?Any sexual attraction outside of marriage is a temptation rather than a sin until acted upon, and those experiencing same-sex attraction can resist it and successfully marry.

How can I return to my first love for Christ?Simple devotion to Christ is maintained by meditating constantly on His profound love and great sacrifice in dying on the cross for our sins.

What basic practical disciplines should believers develop?Essential disciplines include starting the morning talking to God, reading His word daily, immediately forgiving others, and quickly asking forgiveness when we wrong someone.

How can I practically study and meditate on God's word?Treat Bible reading as more essential than physical food, meditating slowly on small passages rather than rushing through large sections.Matthew 4:4

How do I find my place and authority in the local church?Believers should submit to godly elders in their local church or fellowship like an office, while looking to Christ as the ultimate authority.

When is restitution necessary for past lies or theft?Stolen money must be repaid when possible, but personal lies require careful prayer to determine if confession will cause unnecessary harm or if it should simply be brought to God.

Is it okay to have specific career and living aspirations?Seeking a comfortable life, legal residency, or standard employment is entirely acceptable, caution being required primarily against compromising environments like the modern police or military.

How should I be a witness at work parties where alcohol is served?Believers can attend professional gatherings without participating in drinking, using polite inquiries from coworkers as natural opportunities to share their faith.

How should Christians discuss hot-button social and political topics?Believers should avoid divisive arguments with human beings, instead gently stating their views or reading relevant scriptural passages when asked.

Should I attend meetings of other church denominations?Believers may attend the most scripturally sound local church as visitors to find godly fellowship without needing to adopt every doctrinal difference.

What should I do if I feel discontented in my local church?If a local affiliated church drifts from spiritual truth and leadership becomes worldly, believers are free to seek out a genuinely Christ-centered fellowship.

What is the most effective way to witness to unbelievers?Living an honest, diligent, and upright life serves as a silent, powerful testimony before sharing small tracts or the gospel message.

How can I be free from a judgmental attitude and holding grudges?Believers must recognize that God is the sole judge, dying to self and dropping any bitterness as if they were dead.

How can I be truly free from the opinions of others?Freedom from people's opinions comes by constantly imagining standing alone before the judgment seat of Christ to give an account only to Him.

What are the biblical guidelines for women speaking in church?While women cannot serve as elders or theological teachers over men, Scripture permits them to prophesy or share testimonies for edification with their heads covered in submission.

Should I seek the gift of speaking in tongues?Spiritual gifts are sovereignly distributed by God rather than given to everyone, and prayer is primarily about listening to God rather than speaking.

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The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.

How can I return to my first love for Christ?Simple devotion to Christ is maintained by meditating constantly on His profound love and great sacrifice in dying on the cross for our sins.

How do I find my place and authority in the local church?Believers should submit to godly elders in their local church or fellowship like an office, while looking to Christ as the ultimate authority.

What is the most effective way to witness to unbelievers?Living an honest, diligent, and upright life serves as a silent, powerful testimony before sharing small tracts or the gospel message.

How can I be free from a judgmental attitude and holding grudges?Believers must recognize that God is the sole judge, dying to self and dropping any bitterness as if they were dead.

How can I be truly free from the opinions of others?Freedom from people's opinions comes by constantly imagining standing alone before the judgment seat of Christ to give an account only to Him.

Should I seek the gift of speaking in tongues?Spiritual gifts are sovereignly distributed by God rather than given to everyone, and prayer is primarily about listening to God rather than speaking.

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