Being A Witness For God To Satan - Zac Poonen
Visit our website for more information: www.cfcindia.com
Summary
The speaker discusses the unique nature of ministry in the New Covenant, contrasting it with the Old Testament where prophets often worked in isolation. He emphasizes that the Church functions as the Body of Christ, requiring teamwork, as seen in the early apostles. The central message is that Christian ministry should not seek to prove God's favor through worldly victory or triumph over enemies, but rather should live solely to please the Father, relying on the Holy Spirit's revelation, which requires humility.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Working in teams under the New CovenantUnlike Old Covenant prophets who stood alone, New Testament believers are sent out in teams and partnerships because of the indwelling Holy Spirit.
The continuing ministry of JesusThe Gospel of Luke records what Jesus began to do and teach, while Acts records what He continued to do and teach through His spiritual body, the church.Acts 1:1
Living before God instead of seeking human vindicationJesus never sought to prove Himself to unbelieving rulers after His resurrection, showing that servants of God must live to please the Father rather than seek earthly triumph.1 Corinthians 15:6
Making known the manifold wisdom of GodGod's hidden mystery involves manifesting His wisdom through the church not just to the earth, but to evil authorities in the heavenly places.
Refusing to fight with flesh and bloodTo be effective spiritual warriors against satanic forces, believers must make a firm decision to stop wasting energy fighting with human beings.
Reminding Satan of his defeat on the crossBelievers must firmly stand on the truth that Jesus not only forgave sins but defeated Satan and his power on the cross.
The example of Job and the accuserThe book of Job introduces the reality of Satan accusing God's people, highlighting the call for believers to be upright and fear God.
A witness in the hidden areas of lifeTrue witness before the heavenly realms involves integrity in thoughts, private conversations, and domestic life where human eyes cannot see.
Cleansing the conscience through Christ's bloodUnlike the Old Covenant, the New Covenant provides the blood of Christ to cleanse the conscience so we can serve the living God.Hebrews 9:14
The true biblical definition of graceGrace is not merely unmerited favor or past forgiveness, but divine power supplied at the throne of grace to help believers overcome temptation.
God's power perfected in human weaknessWhen facing thorns in the flesh or hardships, God's grace is sufficient because His power is made perfect in recognized human weakness.
Paul's progression in humilityAs Paul grew closer to God over the years, he saw his own lack of complete christlikeness more clearly, moving from the least of the apostles to the chief of sinners.
