Questions & Answers | Act Like Men And Be Strong | Zac Poonen
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Summary
The speaker emphasizes that remaining under God's grace prevents sin from having dominion, citing Romans 6:14. He warns that pride is the primary reason for falling out of grace and advises asking oneself where one acted out of pride. For persistent sins, the standard should be what Jesus would do; anything contrary to that is sin. Ultimately, true spiritual fullness and overcoming life require wholehearted seeking of the Holy Spirit.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Why am I defeated despite having knowledge?Defeat indicates we are not living under grace, because Romans 6:14 promises sin will not have dominion over us if we remain under grace.Romans 6:14
Can an unmarried person live without pornography and masturbation?It is impossible without conversion and living under grace, but definitely possible under grace by making Jesus your absolute standard.1 John 2:6
How can I find fellowship without a local church?You do not need special abilities, but rather wholeheartedness; God rewards those who diligently seek Him with all their heart.Jeremiah 29:11–14
How do I experience God's love in my heart?It is the Holy Spirit who makes God's love real in our hearts when we seek Him wholeheartedly and desire the fullness of the Spirit.Romans 5:5
Is there still mercy for someone who fell away after an early conversion?As long as a person desires repentance, they have not sinned against the Holy Spirit beyond forgiveness, and God's mercy is available.
How do you correct children without anger?Discipline must never be done in anger; persistent prayer and repentance before God over time will bring victory in this area.
Dealing with impurity and filth during lockdownLockdown did not create the filth in your heart; it merely exposed the unflushed toilet bowl of hidden thoughts that was already inside.
What is the confirmation of being filled with the Holy Spirit?The mark of the fullness of the Holy Spirit is holiness and a heart filled with love, not speaking in tongues, which is a historical fact rather than a doctrine.
How do I deal with dirty dreams and past condemnation?Dirty dreams are unconscious sins resulting from years of dirty thoughts, and the solution is to continuously dilute the mind with God's Word.
How to handle different spiritual levels in marriageJust as a tenth-grade student bears with a third-grade student, spouses at different spiritual levels must be merciful and avoid forcing convictions.
Does losing a job mean God is calling you to full-time service?Losing a job is not a call to full-time ministry; a genuine calling requires confirmation from godly elders and faithfulness in secular work.
Does salvation from the power of sin require works?While salvation from the penalty of sin is a free gift, overcoming the power of sin requires grace and walking forward to avoid spiritual regression.Ephesians 2:8
What is the difference between sincere faith and mere knowledge?Sincere faith is a wholehearted dependence and trust in God, whereas knowing doctrinal facts is something even the devil can do.1 Timothy 1:5
How to remain humble and approachable as a leaderTrue humility comes from constantly looking at the example of Jesus rather than focusing on personal accomplishments.Matthew 11:29
