Zac Poonen - "I Believe, Therefore I Confess" | Austin CFC | 2024-09-22
Session 3 of the 2024 Zac Poonen Conference in Austin, TX.
Summary
The central message emphasizes that Christian growth and ability to live according to Christ are dependent on faith, specifically referencing the principle 'according to your faith be it unto you.' The speaker urges listeners to believe fully in God's promises, recognizing that obedience requires relying on the Holy Spirit's power rather than personal strength. He encourages believers to emulate Jesus' principles of life and overcome discouragement by maintaining a constant state of spiritual health.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
The call to walk as Jesus walkedBelievers are responsible to walk in the same manner and principles that Jesus walked, which is entirely possible through faith.1 John 2:6
According to your faith be it unto youGod does not show partiality, and individuals experience the Christian life in direct proportion to what they believe God can do.
The necessity of being filled with the Holy SpiritLiving the Christian life requires the constant spiritual health and power that comes from being filled with the Holy Spirit daily.
Glorifying God by finishing His assigned workJesus glorified the Father by finishing the specific work planned for Him, and believers are likewise called to fulfill God's individual plan for their lives.
As Jesus is, so are we in this worldBelievers are called to live without fear of circumstances or the devil, emulating Jesus through faith that leads to obedience.1 John 4:17
The connection between believing and confessingSalvation and righteousness come when belief in the heart is combined with open confession with the mouth, much like closing an electrical switch.Romans 10:9
Seeking the power of the Holy Spirit to be witnessesBelievers should seek the power of the Holy Spirit to be witnesses for Christ rather than focusing on seeking spiritual gifts for personal excitement.
God the Father loves me as He loved JesusThe Father loves believers with the exact same love He has for Jesus Christ, making them younger brothers and sisters in God's family.John 17:23
God has forgiven me all my sinsThe blood of Jesus completely cleanses believers so they never need to live under the harassment of guilt or Satan's accusations.
God will fill me with His Holy SpiritGod faithfully gives the Holy Spirit to those who ask in faith, providing the strength needed to obey every command, including loving the unlovely.
God has determined all my boundariesBelievers should remain completely content and avoid comparison, knowing God sovereignly establishes their standard of living and life circumstances.Acts 17:26
God's commands are all for my goodBecause God's commands and discipline are designed for human well-being, believers should joyfully obey and practice universal forgiveness.
God controls all people and events that affect meBecause God causes all things to work together to conform believers to Christ, they can maintain a constant attitude of thanksgiving.Romans 8:28
Jesus defeated Satan and freed me from his powerThrough His death, Jesus rendered the devil powerless over believers, freeing them from the fear of death and demonic influence.Hebrews 2:14–15
God wants to make me a blessingJesus became a curse on the cross so that believers could receive the blessing of Abraham and be empowered by the Spirit to bless others.
