CFC Daily Devotions - Zac Poonen
Excerpt from the message: The Mind of the Spirit is Peace - Zac Poonen
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Summary
The central message is that believers must allow the peace of Christ to act as a 'referee' in their hearts, meaning that when sin or wrong actions are recognized, one must stop everything to correct the fault before proceeding. This requires maintaining a clear conscience with both God and people, as exemplified by Zacchaeus, who fully repented of his past wrongdoings to receive salvation. Ultimately, true peace comes from actively setting right past wrongs.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Let the peace of Christ rule in your heartsHaving peace in our heart is proof that God is pleased with us, as Colossians instructs us to let Christ's peace act as our referee.Colossians 3:15
What it means for peace to be the refereeJust like a referee blowing a whistle in a game, when you lose peace in your heart you must stop what you are doing, fix the wrong, and then proceed.
The difference between the Old Testament and the Holy Spirit withinOld Testament figures like David and Samson could commit major wrongs because their consciences were less sensitive and they did not have the Holy Spirit dwelling within them.
The Holy Spirit convicts those who seem far from GodEven despised or outwardly broken people often harbor a deep longing in their hearts, and the Holy Spirit prompts us to reach them.
Zacchaeus stops before entering his houseZacchaeus realized his house was built with crooked, cheating money and stopped Jesus from entering until he promised to make restitution.Luke 19:9
Restitution and the coming of salvationZacchaeus vowed to repay those he cheated fourfold and give the rest to the poor, prompting Jesus to declare that salvation had come to his house.Luke 19:9–10
Being honest with God about the love of moneyWe must honestly confess our struggles with things like the love of money so Jesus can save us thoroughly and help us keep our consciences clear.
CFC Daily Devotions - Zac Poonen
Excerpt from the message: The Mind of the Spirit is Peace - Zac Poonen
To listen to the complete message click here : https://cfcindia.com/sermon/the-mind-of-the-spirit-is-peace
Visit our website for more information: https://www.cfcindia.com
Summary
The central message is that believers must allow the peace of Christ to act as a 'referee' in their hearts, meaning that when sin or wrong actions are recognized, one must stop everything to correct the fault before proceeding. This requires maintaining a clear conscience with both God and people, as exemplified by Zacchaeus, who fully repented of his past wrongdoings to receive salvation. Ultimately, true peace comes from actively setting right past wrongs.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Let the peace of Christ rule in your heartsHaving peace in our heart is proof that God is pleased with us, as Colossians instructs us to let Christ's peace act as our referee.Colossians 3:15
What it means for peace to be the refereeJust like a referee blowing a whistle in a game, when you lose peace in your heart you must stop what you are doing, fix the wrong, and then proceed.
The difference between the Old Testament and the Holy Spirit withinOld Testament figures like David and Samson could commit major wrongs because their consciences were less sensitive and they did not have the Holy Spirit dwelling within them.
The Holy Spirit convicts those who seem far from GodEven despised or outwardly broken people often harbor a deep longing in their hearts, and the Holy Spirit prompts us to reach them.
Zacchaeus stops before entering his houseZacchaeus realized his house was built with crooked, cheating money and stopped Jesus from entering until he promised to make restitution.Luke 19:9
Restitution and the coming of salvationZacchaeus vowed to repay those he cheated fourfold and give the rest to the poor, prompting Jesus to declare that salvation had come to his house.Luke 19:9–10
Being honest with God about the love of moneyWe must honestly confess our struggles with things like the love of money so Jesus can save us thoroughly and help us keep our consciences clear.
