1.Jesus Did Not Seek His Own (Иисус не искал своего) - Zac Poonen (Russian)

Zac PoonenSeptember 17, 20151h 2mWatch on YouTube

Part ofThe Real Jesus - Реальный Иисус1 of 5

A series of sermons by Zac Poonen "The Real Jesus" consists of five parts . It is recommended that all sincere Christians and seekers watch these. Серия проповедей мимо Зака Пунена "Реальный Иисуса" состоит из пяти частей. Рекомендуется, чтобы все искренние христиане и искатели смотреть эти.

Summary

The central message is that many people today are following a false or 'other' Jesus, one that is appealing to worldly desires rather than the true, demanding Christ described in scripture. The speaker warns that those who deviate from the simplicity and purity of Christ's teachings, or who believe in a Jesus who promises worldly blessings without self-denial, are being deceived by the devil. True discipleship requires following Christ's radical call to deny self, which is the standard set by the Father.

Outline

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Why does the devil present a false Jesus?Satan is a master deceiver who uses his superior intelligence to turn believers away from the simplicity and purity found in Christ.

What kind of Jesus do people want to accept?People readily accept a comfortable Jesus who lets them keep seeking their own desires and promises health and wealth without demanding that they die to themselves.

What is our responsibility as sent ones?Just as the Father sent Jesus into the world, Jesus now sends us to represent Him and expose the false gospels that produce a different spirit.

Why did the Father send Jesus to the world?No one had ever seen God, so the Son came to explain and reveal the true Father, contrasting sharply with the harsh religious leaders of His day.

How was Jesus' life a light to men?Long before He started preaching publicly, Jesus lived out the life of God in quiet places like a carpenter's workshop through His ordinary daily interactions.

How can we test our daily representation of Christ?We must examine whether our behavior at work and at home would look identical if Jesus physically stepped in to take our place.

How did Jesus finish the work the Father gave Him?Jesus glorified the Father in every detail of His life by constantly asking whether His choices would please God rather than Himself.

What is the true definition of eternal life?Eternal life is knowing the only true God and Jesus Christ whom He has sent, going far beyond mere intellectual knowledge or religious ritual.

Why did Timothy stand out among Paul's coworkers?While most people eventually drifted back to seeking their own interests, Timothy remained genuinely concerned for what pleases Jesus Christ.

What is the fundamental difference between Adam's tree and Christ's tree?Adam's nature always asks what is convenient and profitable for self, whereas Christ's nature asks how God can be glorified in every decision.

What did the disciples learn when Jesus taught them to pray?Jesus taught His followers that the primary petition in prayer must be for the hallowing of the Father's name rather than self-centered requests.

What price must we pay to follow the real Jesus?True spirituality is measured by what we live for, requiring us to make deliberate choices to abandon self-interest and pay any price to follow the Lord.

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