Single-Mindedness in Building the Church - Santosh Poonen - January 6, 2013

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The sermon emphasizes that while building a life and ministry is necessary, the foundation must be Jesus Christ, as taught in 1 Corinthians 3. Believers must focus their efforts and resources on eternal works—like discipleship and obedience—which are represented by gold, silver, and precious stones, rather than temporary achievements (wood, hay, and straw). This focus is critical because the return of Christ will swiftly end earthly structures, making the eternal work the only thing that will endure the 'fire.'

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Testing what our lives are built uponStorms and shakings in life and in the church are allowed by God to reveal whether we are building on sand or on the solid rock of Jesus Christ.

Building with gold, silver, and precious stonesPaul explains that while the foundation is Jesus Christ, our works above that foundation will be tested by fire, burning up anything built with wood, hay, and straw.1 Corinthians 3:11

The true passion of the Great CommissionTrue discipleship means obeying all of Christ's commands, setting aside empty religious activity in favor of what will survive the final fire.

As it was in the days of Noah and LotJesus warns that just as people were caught unaware in everyday routines before judgment fell, His return will demand total spiritual readiness.

Remember Lot's wifeLot's wife turned back because her heart was still tied to Sodom, serving as a warning against seeking to preserve one's earthly life.

Where the body is, there the vultures gatherBelievers should approach church gatherings with a fierce, passionate hunger for spiritual nourishment, just as eagles or vultures swarm over a carcass.

The certainty of God's timetableGod has set a specific time when this earth will come to an end, and we must live as though that day could be today.

Enoch, Methuselah, and the revelation of judgmentEnoch walked closely with God after receiving the revelation that the death of his son Methuselah would mark the coming of the flood.Genesis 5:21

Noah's diligence in building the arkNoah built the ark with relentless dedication because he believed God's warning, treating his obedience as the sole means of salvation for his household.

The end of all things is at handPeter connects the patience of God in Noah's day with the present call to keep our love for one another fervent and bubbling over.1 Peter 4:7

Walking in a manner worthy of our callingPaul appeals to believers in Ephesians to guard the harmony and oneness produced by the Holy Spirit through humility, patience, and mutual love.

An invitation to count the costThe message closes with an invitation to sit down in silence before the Lord, count the cost of true discipleship, and commit fully to His work.

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