12th April, 2015 - Make Sure That The Lord Is With You - Newton

NewtonApril 12, 20152h 2mWatch on YouTube

This is the live webcast of the Sunday Church Service from Christian Fellowship Church, Bangalore

Summary

The sermon emphasizes the critical importance of maintaining the Lord's presence in one's life. It encourages the congregation to actively seek and ensure that God's favor and companionship remain central to their daily walk. The message serves as a reminder to remain connected to the Lord.

Outline

The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.

Examples of those who shone for the LordThe speaker introduces characters from scripture who were great witnesses for God, starting with Abraham.

Abraham's testimony among the heathenPhilistines observed Abraham's peaceful conduct and testified that God was with him in all that he did.Genesis 21:22

Joseph's faithful witness as a slave and prisonerThough sold as a slave at seventeen, the Lord was with Joseph, causing him to prosper and granting him favor even in prison.Genesis 39:1

Moses, Joshua, and Samuel experiencing God's presenceGod assured Moses of His presence, granted Joshua victory, and caused none of Samuel's words to fall to the ground.Exodus 3:12

David and Jesus as powerful examples of God's presenceSaul and others recognized that the Lord was with David, and Acts records that God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Ghost and power because God was with Him.

The discipline of the LordBelievers are reminded not to regard lightly the discipline of the Lord, for whom the Lord loves He disciplines as sons.Hebrews 12:5

Learning from Joshua's defeat at AiWhen defeated at Ai, Joshua did not rely on his own understanding but fell on his face before the Lord to deal with hidden sin.

The attitudes of MosesMoses made himself available to God and showed humility by asking who he was, choosing Christ over the passing pleasures and treasures of Egypt.Exodus 3:4

Maintaining excellent behavior in secular setupsBelievers are exhorted to keep their behavior excellent among Gentiles so that others may observe their good deeds and glorify God.1 Peter 2:12

Sincerity in work and God's promised presenceJust as the Lord was with Joseph in every circumstance, Jesus promised His disciples that He is with them always, even to the end of the age.

Recognized as having been with JesusWhen Peter and John stood before others with boldness, people recognized that they had been with Jesus through the power of the Holy Spirit.Acts 4:13

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