CFC Daily Devotions - Zac Poonen
Excerpt from the message: The True worship is to give our Body - Zac Poonen
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Summary
True worship is not merely singing or giving material offerings, but presenting one's entire body as a living and holy sacrifice to God. The speaker emphasizes that this dedication requires giving up personal will, controlling one's eyes and tongue, and offering what costs the most, citing examples from Abel and Abraham. Ultimately, building God's church requires this radical self-surrender.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Jesus' desire for our bodies over ritual offeringsDrawing from Hebrews, the speaker notes that Jesus rejected traditional animal sacrifices in favor of a life where the body is dedicated to God's will.
The difference between giving money and giving yourselfWhile many give a portion of their wealth to God, the speaker argues that giving money costs nothing, whereas presenting one's body is a true sacrifice.
Presenting your body in view of God's mercyIn response to God's immense mercy, believers are urged to put their bodies on the altar as a way of showing true gratitude.Romans 12:1
The deception of self-serving livingUsing one's body only for personal pleasure and impulse is a deception that proves a lack of true love for Jesus.
Building the church through costly sacrificeThe speaker concludes that God's church is built by those who, like Abraham and David, refuse to offer anything to God that does not cost them something.
CFC Daily Devotions - Zac Poonen
Excerpt from the message: The True worship is to give our Body - Zac Poonen
To listen to the complete message click here : https://www.cfcindia.com/sermon/the-true-worship-is-to-give-god-our-body
Visit our website for more information: https://www.cfcindia.com
Summary
True worship is not merely singing or giving material offerings, but presenting one's entire body as a living and holy sacrifice to God. The speaker emphasizes that this dedication requires giving up personal will, controlling one's eyes and tongue, and offering what costs the most, citing examples from Abel and Abraham. Ultimately, building God's church requires this radical self-surrender.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Jesus' desire for our bodies over ritual offeringsDrawing from Hebrews, the speaker notes that Jesus rejected traditional animal sacrifices in favor of a life where the body is dedicated to God's will.
The difference between giving money and giving yourselfWhile many give a portion of their wealth to God, the speaker argues that giving money costs nothing, whereas presenting one's body is a true sacrifice.
Presenting your body in view of God's mercyIn response to God's immense mercy, believers are urged to put their bodies on the altar as a way of showing true gratitude.Romans 12:1
The deception of self-serving livingUsing one's body only for personal pleasure and impulse is a deception that proves a lack of true love for Jesus.
Building the church through costly sacrificeThe speaker concludes that God's church is built by those who, like Abraham and David, refuse to offer anything to God that does not cost them something.
