July 15 | Daily Devotion | Entering Into Fullness Of Joy | Zac Poonen

Zac PoonenJuly 14, 202413mWatch on YouTube

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Summary

True Christian fellowship with God is achieved not through emotional experiences or outward displays, but by consistently denying one's own will and taking up the cross daily. The speaker argues that genuine spirituality comes from this self-denial, which is tested in daily life, rather than from feelings evoked during worship. He warns against mistaking emotional manipulation (the 'Soul') for the genuine work of the Holy Spirit.

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Having fellowship with the Father by denying our willWe can have fellowship with God without attending a praise and worship meeting simply by saying no to our own will when someone goes against it.

Resolving conflict in homes and church leadershipConflict happens when strong people refuse to yield their wills, whereas peace comes when one yields and true fellowship happens when both yield.

Choosing fellowship over our own wayValuing our own way over fellowship with God causes us to miss out on the wonderful joy that comes from being in touch with Him.

Surface emotion versus true spiritualityMoving songs and emotional tears during worship are part of the soul, but real spirituality comes through denying our own will rather than having temporary feelings.

The way of the cross and perpetual joyHumbly letting our soul life die so that Christ's resurrection life can work through us is the secret to perpetual joy and always triumphing.2 Corinthians 2:14

Adam's choice of soul life over spiritual lifeWhen Adam chose the tree of knowledge, he chose the development of the soul, which mirrors ungodly practices like hypnotism, yoga, and certain emotional religious techniques.

Artificial techniques used to stir emotionsMany Christian preachers use music, specific tones, and physical movements to whip up emotions because most people cannot discern between soul and spirit.

Evaluating emotional experiences and tonguesExperiences in emotionally tense meetings should be questioned, as even demons or false expressions can mimic gifts like speaking in tongues.

Refusing to use spiritual gifts for personal profitFollowing Jesus' example in the wilderness, spiritual gifts and ministry must never be used to make money, gain honor, or benefit oneself.

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