8th May 2022 - CFC Sunday Church Service | Jesus' Example In Ministry - Zac Poonen
8th May 2022 - CFC Sunday Church Service | Jesus' Example In Ministry - Zac Poonen
Summary
The service emphasizes praising God for His unwavering love, goodness, and faithfulness, drawing heavily on hymns and scripture readings. The message encourages the congregation to keep their focus on God's unchanging nature and His promises, particularly in times of trial. It concludes by focusing on the privilege of hearing God's word, referencing Psalm 19 as a testament to God's self-revelation through creation and scripture.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Opening worship and praiseThe service opens with songs of praise that offer everything to God because of His sacrifice.
Reflecting on God's goodnessThe music encourages believers to meditate on God's love, mercy, and grace.
A declaration of God's faithfulnessThe worship concludes by declaring God's great love and His holiness.
A call to worship and prayerThe service begins with a period of praise and a prayer to prepare hearts to hear God's words through the beauty of His creation.
Reviewing scripture and introducing the messageAfter reviewing previous memory verses, the speaker introduces the main topic: following Jesus' example in ministry.John 6:27Isaiah 30:21
The danger of being deceivedThe speaker warns that if we do not love the truth, God may allow us to be deceived, citing a terrifying warning from the New Testament.2 Thessalonians 2:10–11
Jesus' non-coercive approach to ministryJesus never forced anyone to follow Him or used manipulation to keep disciples, unlike insecure leaders who try to control people through power and influence.
The humility of Paul and the danger of false prophecyUsing Paul's respectful treatment of Apollos as an example, the speaker warns against those who claim to speak for God without true authority.1 Corinthians 16:12
Seeking the genuine anointing of the Holy SpiritTrue ministry requires seeking the supernatural power of the Holy Spirit, just as Jesus sought it through baptism and prayer before His public work.
Seeking the real thing over counterfeitsThe speaker expresses a desire for the authentic presence of God, even if it takes years, rather than settling for cheap imitations.
The secret to receiving all God has for usBy looking at Jesus in John 17, we see that true provision comes from a complete exchange where everything we have belongs to the Father.John 17:10
The necessity of a broken and obedient heartGod reveals His plans not to the clever, but to those with a broken and contrite spirit who tremble at His word and obey exactly as commanded.
Why the glory of God does not fill some churchesThe speaker argues that simply quoting promises of God's presence is insufficient if His presence cannot be sensed by the believers.
The necessity of exact obedience to ScriptureTrue spiritual vitality requires following God's patterns exactly, including our attitudes toward money and social practices like dowry.
Seeking a fresh anointing in ministryThe speaker concludes by encouraging leaders to preach the eternal truths of God in a way that is always fresh and anointed by the Holy Spirit.
