God Has Much More for His Children -- Zac Poonen -- December 1, 2021

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Summary

The sermon contrasts the old covenant with the new covenant, emphasizing that true spiritual greatness comes not from external gifts or ministry prowess, but from having the Holy Spirit dwelling within one's heart. The speaker urges the congregation to focus on 'being' more Christ-like in daily life and conversation rather than merely 'doing' impressive spiritual works. Ultimately, the greatest value lies in possessing the Spirit within, which allows one to relate to God with intimacy, as exemplified by the cry of 'Abba, Father.'

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Understanding the new covenant contrastThe book of Hebrews contrasts the old and new covenants, a truth that transforms lives when truly understood and embraced.

Greater than John the BaptistEven the least person in the kingdom of heaven has the potential to be greater than John the Baptist because they can have the Holy Spirit dwelling within them rather than just upon them.

The priority of being over doingBelievers must focus on being christ-like in their character and ordinary conversation rather than merely seeking external gifts or doing religious work.

Calling God Father through the SpiritThe Holy Spirit within enables believers to spontaneously cry out 'Abba, Father' in times of trial, distinguishing true adoption from mere education.Romans 8:15

Knowing God's love like JesusJesus prayed that the world would know that the Father loves His obedient disciples just as much as He loves His own Son.

The condition of total obedienceGod's deep personal love and special promises apply to those who truly surrender to His lordship and follow Him in obedience.

God's abundant provisionGod cares for the birds and the flowers, and He will much more provide for the physical and daily needs of His committed children.Matthew 6:26

Much more good gifts and trialsJust as earthly parents give good gifts, the heavenly father gives much more, while also allowing believers to share in the maligning that Jesus faced.Matthew 7:11

Valued more than the universeHumans are much more valuable to God than all earthly property, bringing complete rest and freedom from anxiety about tomorrow.

Overcoming every temptation as Jesus didThough Jesus did not face every exact circumstance we face, He was tempted in every point just like us and provides the Holy Spirit to reveal His victory.

God has provided something betterOld Testament saints witnessed great miracles, but God has provided something better for new covenant believers: following Jesus in taking up the cross.

Bearing the dying of Jesus dailyBy choosing to die to self continuously, the resurrection life of Jesus is manifested in our mortal bodies.2 Corinthians 4:10–11

Asking for the Holy SpiritForgiveness cleans the cup, but God wants to fill believers with the Holy Spirit much more than earthly parents give gifts, producing an overflowing life of blessing.

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