That I May Know Christ Intimately - Bobby Mcdonald
Bangalore Conference 2014: A NEW GENERATION OF SPIRIT FILLED WITNESSES
Summary
The speaker emphasizes that the Christian life is more than just waiting for heaven; it involves cultivating an intimate relationship with Christ right now. He draws from the New Covenant truths to teach that believers can experience 'heaven on Earth' by knowing Christ deeply. The message also touches on freedom from various struggles like guilt, discouragement, and legalism, drawing parallels to Peter's miraculous release from prison.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Finding life-changing truth at a young ageThe speaker introduces himself at 32 years old and shares how the truths from this ministry have profoundly changed his life and been freely given to him.
The gospel is so much more than just going to heavenThe good news of the gospel includes being free from sin and having the ability to live a life that pleases and gives back to God.
Set free from guilt, discouragement, and sinGod wants believers free from many things beyond just sin, such as guilt, discouragement, and lack of joy, much like Peter being led out of prison by an angel.
An intimate relationship with ChristInstead of just waiting around for heaven and expecting to sin all one's life, believers can experience a deeply personal relationship with Christ right now.
Living by every word that proceeds from GodKnowing God requires hearing from him continually rather than just relying on a one-time formula or copy-and-paste Christian answer.Matthew 4:4
Inner life and communication in the New CovenantThe New Covenant offers greater intimacy than the Old Covenant because the Holy Spirit speaks directly to our hearts, allowing us to share intimate burdens with God.
Seeing God's heart through Scripture examplesLooking at Paul's example in Second Corinthians shows what is beautiful to God's heart, inspiring believers to love others even when unappreciated.2 Corinthians 12:15
Avoiding a pointless life without intimacyDoing many things for God without intimacy is pointless; like Mary, believers must choose the one necessary thing by sitting at Jesus' feet.
Tracing spiritual drift to misplaced valuesDrifting from Christ is not caused by busy circumstances or other people, but by valuing something else above him, just as Zacchaeus went out of his way to see Jesus.
Being the sheep that stays right next to the shepherdWhile some sheep wander on the outskirts, those who refuse to leave the shepherd's side are the ones who find true rest and are fed the most.
Counting all things as rubbish to gain ChristPaul's heart in Philippians demonstrates a lifelong pursuit where even after immense experience with God, his primary desire was simply to know Christ more.Philippians 3:8
Thankful for united brothers and sistersThe speaker expresses profound gratitude for the truth that sets believers free and for a united church pursuing the same high calling.
The power of being gripped by God early in lifeThe older leader reflects on the young age of the early apostles and challenges younger believers to take their Christian walk seriously from a young age.
Being helpers to Jesus in building His churchJust as Eve was a helper to Adam, God has given believers the high privilege of partnering with Jesus in the greatest work of building His church.
