Seek Him First (Bro.Victor) [Tuticorin Conference - Session - 6/11]
This is the Live Broadcasting of Tuticorin Conference - 2015 from 15th January 2015 to 17th January 2015 Theme: God’s Message for this time
Summary
The speaker uses the biblical account of Jacob's encounter with God at the Jabbok river and his subsequent journey to illustrate the necessity of a genuine spiritual rebirth. While Jacob was reconciled with his brother Joseph, the speaker points out that Jacob's life remained focused on earthly possessions and deception, failing to achieve a true change of heart. True spiritual renewal, or 'new heart,' is necessary after salvation to properly seek God's kingdom and righteousness.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Jacob's encounter at Peniel and failure to reach BethelJacob experienced a life-changing encounter with God at the Jabbok river, but instead of fully obeying God's call to go to Bethel, he settled in Succoth to pursue business and wealth.
God calls Jacob back to BethelAfter facing severe trouble and family bloodshed in Succoth, God graciously tells Jacob to arise, go to Bethel, dwell there, and build an altar.
Repentance, cleansing, and renaming the place El-BethelJacob admits his mistake, tells his household to put away foreign gods and change their garments, and renames the place El-Bethel, meaning God is first.
The parable of the lost silver coinJust as a woman carefully searches for a lost silver coin in her house, parents must diligently guard and restore their children rather than letting them slip into worldliness.
Education versus GodlinessMany parents make the mistake of prioritizing worldly education and sending children to live with unbelieving relatives, neglecting their spiritual upbringing.
The danger of moving to forbidden placesElimelech and his family made a poor choice to leave Bethlehem for Moab during a famine, resulting in bitter grief and loss.
Returning to worldly fishingEven the disciples returned to their old profession of fishing instead of pursuing the calling of God, showing how easily people fall back into self-reliance.
Put God first and He will provideWhen we stop relying on our own strength and prioritize God's kingdom, He effortlessly provides for our needs and takes care of our families.
