CFC Daily Devotions - Zac Poonen
Excerpt from the message: The True Grace Of God - (1 of 2) - Zac Poonen
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Summary
The speaker emphasizes that the true purpose of God's grace is not merely forgiveness for past sins, but a power that strengthens the heart to live righteously. He warns against misunderstanding grace, which can lead believers to settle for a low standard of living or focus only on physical healing. True grace, exemplified by Christ's sinless life, empowers believers to live without sin, lies, or retaliation, strengthening the heart rather than just instructing the mind.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
What will God show the angels in heaven?God intends to display the surpassing riches of His grace in Christ Jesus by showing what His grace could accomplish in us during our earthly lives, lifting us from the pit of sin to heights of glory.
Is grace just endless forgiveness of ongoing sin?If grace only meant being wretched sinners who are continually forgiven without ever getting free from sin, the angels would wonder if that is all God could accomplish.
Exposing the devil's lie of a low standardGrace is the most misunderstood word in Christian history, and the devil wants believers to accept a low, defeated standard of life rather than experiencing grace's full wealth.
What we can be free from on earthWhile complete physical healing of our bodies awaits Christ's return, we can indeed be free from sin right here on this earth.
What is the true grace of God?Peter urged believers to stand firm in the true grace of God, implying that even in the first century there was a false or counterfeit grace circulating.1 Peter 5:12
Following the example of JesusTrue grace calls us to follow the footsteps of Jesus, who committed no sin, spoke no lies, and did not revile in return when reviled.1 Peter 2:21
Believers who still live in sinMany believers decades after being born again still tell occasional lies and answer back angrily because they have not understood the grace of God.
Instructed minds versus strengthened heartsMany clever Christians know all the verses and answers, but grace has only instructed their mind instead of strengthening their heart.
Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and foreverBecause Jesus is unchanging, what He did for the apostles and godly individuals in the past, He can and will do for us today.Hebrews 13:8
The difference between the Old and New TestamentsWhile the Old Testament ends with a warning of a curse and the law brought a curse, the New Testament concludes with the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ.
The battle over law and gracePaul fought hard in the early days to free people from thinking they could be accepted by God through keeping the law, as illustrated by the book of Galatians.
Ishmael versus Isaac, human strength versus God's powerStruggling in our own strength to do good is like Ishmael produced by human effort, whereas true spiritual fruit is produced by the power of God, just like Isaac.
CFC Daily Devotions - Zac Poonen
Excerpt from the message: The True Grace Of God - (1 of 2) - Zac Poonen
To listen to the complete message click here : https://www.cfcindia.com/sermon/the-true-grace-of-god-1
Visit our website for more information: https://www.cfcindia.com
Summary
The speaker emphasizes that the true purpose of God's grace is not merely forgiveness for past sins, but a power that strengthens the heart to live righteously. He warns against misunderstanding grace, which can lead believers to settle for a low standard of living or focus only on physical healing. True grace, exemplified by Christ's sinless life, empowers believers to live without sin, lies, or retaliation, strengthening the heart rather than just instructing the mind.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
What will God show the angels in heaven?God intends to display the surpassing riches of His grace in Christ Jesus by showing what His grace could accomplish in us during our earthly lives, lifting us from the pit of sin to heights of glory.
Is grace just endless forgiveness of ongoing sin?If grace only meant being wretched sinners who are continually forgiven without ever getting free from sin, the angels would wonder if that is all God could accomplish.
Exposing the devil's lie of a low standardGrace is the most misunderstood word in Christian history, and the devil wants believers to accept a low, defeated standard of life rather than experiencing grace's full wealth.
What we can be free from on earthWhile complete physical healing of our bodies awaits Christ's return, we can indeed be free from sin right here on this earth.
What is the true grace of God?Peter urged believers to stand firm in the true grace of God, implying that even in the first century there was a false or counterfeit grace circulating.1 Peter 5:12
Following the example of JesusTrue grace calls us to follow the footsteps of Jesus, who committed no sin, spoke no lies, and did not revile in return when reviled.1 Peter 2:21
Believers who still live in sinMany believers decades after being born again still tell occasional lies and answer back angrily because they have not understood the grace of God.
Instructed minds versus strengthened heartsMany clever Christians know all the verses and answers, but grace has only instructed their mind instead of strengthening their heart.
Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and foreverBecause Jesus is unchanging, what He did for the apostles and godly individuals in the past, He can and will do for us today.Hebrews 13:8
The difference between the Old and New TestamentsWhile the Old Testament ends with a warning of a curse and the law brought a curse, the New Testament concludes with the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ.
The battle over law and gracePaul fought hard in the early days to free people from thinking they could be accepted by God through keeping the law, as illustrated by the book of Galatians.
Ishmael versus Isaac, human strength versus God's powerStruggling in our own strength to do good is like Ishmael produced by human effort, whereas true spiritual fruit is produced by the power of God, just like Isaac.
