CFC Daily Devotions - Zac Poonen
Excerpt from the message: Discerning the Spirit of Babylon - Zac Poonen
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Summary
Zac Poonen contrasts the spirit of Babylon with the spirit of the bride of Christ, emphasizing that true discipleship pursues life in God rather than mere knowledge, and gives generously to God rather than offering the minimum. Using examples from Cain and Abel, Paul, and Jesus himself, he teaches that the bride of Christ is selfless, seeks no honor for itself, claims no rights, and serves others without seeking personal advancement.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Pursuing life instead of mere knowledgeWhen studying the scriptures or listening to messages, we should seek spiritual life rather than accumulating knowledge for personal honor or to craft sermons.
Cain and Abel's offeringsCain brought a standard grain offering while Abel brought the very best of his flock, illustrating the contrast between minimum Christians and those who give their all.
Minimum Christianity versus giving the bestMinimum Christians do just enough to ease their conscience and please God, whereas those in the bride of Christ ask how they can give their maximum to God.
The example of the Apostle PaulPaul supported himself as a tentmaker and refused to rely on paid positions or prayer letters for money, choosing to give his best without claiming financial rights.
The bride of Christ has no rightsFollowing the example of Jesus who gave up His rights, a true servant does not get offended when insulted and refuses to exalt themselves.
Being accessible like JesusUnlike big preachers who isolate themselves from ordinary people, Jesus was always mingling with sinners and remained available to help anyone at any hour.
Using religion to advance selfThe fundamental principle of the harlot church is self-centeredness, using religion and religious business to gain profit and advance oneself.
Chasing the merchants from the templeJesus drove out those selling sacrifices for high commissions because anything done in God's name must be for zero profit for oneself.
The temptation in the wildernessWhen tempted to use His newly given divine power to turn stones into bread for His own hunger, Jesus refused because the Father had not told Him to do so.
Using power for others, never for oneselfJesus multiplied bread to feed thousands of others, but He never used His power to make bread or provide for Himself.
Never using God's gifts for personal gainGod's anointing and gifts must never be used to make money, gain honor, or get anything for oneself, but must be entirely for Christ.
CFC Daily Devotions - Zac Poonen
Excerpt from the message: Discerning the Spirit of Babylon - Zac Poonen
To listen to the complete message click here : https://www.cfcindia.com/sermon/discerning-the-spirit-of-babylon
Visit our website for more information: https://www.cfcindia.com
Summary
Zac Poonen contrasts the spirit of Babylon with the spirit of the bride of Christ, emphasizing that true discipleship pursues life in God rather than mere knowledge, and gives generously to God rather than offering the minimum. Using examples from Cain and Abel, Paul, and Jesus himself, he teaches that the bride of Christ is selfless, seeks no honor for itself, claims no rights, and serves others without seeking personal advancement.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Pursuing life instead of mere knowledgeWhen studying the scriptures or listening to messages, we should seek spiritual life rather than accumulating knowledge for personal honor or to craft sermons.
Cain and Abel's offeringsCain brought a standard grain offering while Abel brought the very best of his flock, illustrating the contrast between minimum Christians and those who give their all.
Minimum Christianity versus giving the bestMinimum Christians do just enough to ease their conscience and please God, whereas those in the bride of Christ ask how they can give their maximum to God.
The example of the Apostle PaulPaul supported himself as a tentmaker and refused to rely on paid positions or prayer letters for money, choosing to give his best without claiming financial rights.
The bride of Christ has no rightsFollowing the example of Jesus who gave up His rights, a true servant does not get offended when insulted and refuses to exalt themselves.
Being accessible like JesusUnlike big preachers who isolate themselves from ordinary people, Jesus was always mingling with sinners and remained available to help anyone at any hour.
Using religion to advance selfThe fundamental principle of the harlot church is self-centeredness, using religion and religious business to gain profit and advance oneself.
Chasing the merchants from the templeJesus drove out those selling sacrifices for high commissions because anything done in God's name must be for zero profit for oneself.
The temptation in the wildernessWhen tempted to use His newly given divine power to turn stones into bread for His own hunger, Jesus refused because the Father had not told Him to do so.
Using power for others, never for oneselfJesus multiplied bread to feed thousands of others, but He never used His power to make bread or provide for Himself.
Never using God's gifts for personal gainGod's anointing and gifts must never be used to make money, gain honor, or get anything for oneself, but must be entirely for Christ.
