1. Secure in God Our Father -- Zac Poonen -- February 27, 2009

Zac PoonenMarch 9, 202358mWatch on YouTube

RLCF Spring Conference 2009: 'True Godliness' https://rlcf.church/media/series/true-godliness --- http://rlcf.church River of Life Christian Fellowship 1306 N Lincoln Avenue Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA

Summary

The central message is that true spiritual maturity involves developing a deep concern for what grieves God, moving beyond mere personal concerns. The speaker emphasizes that a mature Christian's primary concern should be the honor of Christ's name, which is dishonored by the way believers live in their relationships, work, and families. He concludes by urging believers to cultivate a heart sensitive to God's heart, noting that unaddressed relational issues are more concerning to God than minor external disturbances.

Outline

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Why God's name is blasphemedGod's complaint against ancient Israel in Isaiah was that His name was blasphemed among the Gentiles, a tragedy that is repeated today when Christians live in ways that dishonor Christ.Romans 2:24Isaiah 52:5

Feeling the heartbeat of GodUnder the New Covenant, believers have the privilege of sensing what is in God's heart, being deeply disturbed by broken relationships rather than minor external issues.

Being like one big happy familyGod's will for every church and home is that believers love one another with tender hearts and humble minds, living together as one big happy family despite differences.

The root cause of divisionThe primary reason the Lord's name is dishonored is that most believers have never come to a secure relationship with their heavenly Father, leading to jealousy and strife.

The devil's strategy of doubtFrom Adam and Eve to Cain and Abel, the devil has always sought to divide families and churches by casting doubt on God's love during times of difficulty.

God knows every detailJob's life and scripture affirm that God knows every detail of what is happening to us, especially in times of difficulty.

Transmitting insecurity to the next generationInsecure parents transmit their insecurity to their children like a disease in the blood, making the most vital gift to children a deep-seated security in God.

Jesus brings us back to sonshipJesus came to bring man back into a secure relationship with the Father, liberating believers from competition and allowing them to function harmoniously as parts of one body.

Creation and the indwelling SpiritMan was uniquely created with the capacity to receive God's life, an opportunity fully realized when Christ died, rose, and sent the Holy Spirit to dwell within human beings.

Religion versus spiritualityThe devil has made the doctrine of the Holy Spirit controversial because he wants to keep Christians merely religious with Bible knowledge rather than truly spiritual.

The word must become fleshBible study that does not overcome human nature only puffs up; the word of God must become flesh in our daily lives through the power of the Holy Spirit.

The danger of loneliness in religionAs seen in Cain's curse of being a wanderer, believers who lack security in God live as lonely people even while gathering in religious settings.Genesis 4:14

Living without fear or anxietyRealizing that God loves us exactly as He loved Jesus brings absolute security, allowing believers to live without fear, anxiety, or the need to compete with others.

Where is your security?True health and security are found exclusively in the heavenly Father, not in bank accounts, jobs, or worldly savings.

The invitation to the thirsty and wearyJesus extends His call to those who are thirsty and sick and tired of a defeated life of pretense, welcoming them with open arms into true sonship.

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