One Faithful Man Can Make a Difference - Zac Poonen - May 22, 2015

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http://rlcfchurch.org/one-faithful-man-can-make-a-difference RLCF Men's Conference 2015 - Session 1 River of Life Christian Fellowship 1306 N Lincoln Avenue Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA

Summary

The central message is that the ultimate goal for a true disciple is to press toward becoming more Christlike every single day, as exemplified by Paul's pursuit of knowing Christ. This personal spiritual progress must be evident to others and is more crucial than ministry achievements like evangelism. Furthermore, believers must be men who understand the times, recognizing that the current era mirrors the days of Noah, requiring them to stand for God amidst widespread compromise and evil.

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The inner man renewed day by dayPaul experienced spiritual renewal daily, aiming to become more Christlike with every passing day as a true disciple.2 Corinthians 4:16

Pressing toward the goal in ChristPaul's singular ambition was forgetting what lies behind and pressing toward the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.Philippians 3:12–14

Men who understand the timesGod needs people who have a true knowledge of God and understand what His people should be doing in an age of compromise.

Living in the days of NoahThe last days mirror the days of Noah, characterized by rampant sexual evil, violence, and widespread spiritual apathy.Matthew 24:37

Noah found favor because of his integrityNoah found favor with God because he was a righteous, blameless man who walked with God in the midst of an evil world.1 Peter 1:1–2

The narrow way and few who find itExpecting massive revivals and millions turning to God in the last days is a delusion, because the way to life is narrow and few find it.

Noah's faithful family and financesNoah trained his children to stand with him, used his own money to build the ark, and preached righteousness without compromise for 120 years.

The Lord adds and the Lord removesGod adds those who are being continually saved from sin, and He removes proud and unyielding people to keep the church pure.

Presenting every man perfect in ChristThe goal of ministry is to admonish and teach every person so they become complete in Christ, regardless of who gets offended and leaves.Colossians 1:28

Born for such a time as thisGod has determined the exact time and place for every believer to live as a faithful witness for Christ.Acts 17:26–27

Aaron's compromise and the golden calfWhile Moses was on the mountain, Aaron gave in to the people's demands and fashioned a golden calf, demonstrating cowardly leadership.

Moses' righteous anger and stand for GodMoses burned with righteous anger over the dishonor shown to God's name and challenged the camp to stand on the Lord's side.

The Levites choose the Lord's sideThe sons of Levi gathered to Moses during a time of compromise, earning a special Priestly ministry for their loyalty.

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