NCCF Church Sharing

January 18, 202124mWatch on YouTube

Speaker: NCCF Church Title: NCCF Church Sharing Date: 01/17/2021 Our Goal as Christians is this: To be an exact reflection of Jesus, the Son of God (Romans 8:29) We do this individually by growing in purity in our personal lives (1 John 3:2-3) We do this corporately by becoming fully functioning members of a local Church (Ephesians 4:11-16)

Summary

The speaker shares personal reflections on the importance of patience, particularly in fatherhood, drawing from Psalm 101 and 1 Corinthians 13. He emphasizes that true love requires patience, and this virtue is cultivated not through techniques, but by intently 'beholding' the glory of Jesus in scripture, allowing the Holy Spirit to transform us from glory to glory. The ultimate example of this gentle patience is seen in Jesus interacting with a child in Mark 9.

Outline

The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.

Walking in integrity at homeThe speaker shares a challenge from Psalm 101 to walk with a blameless heart, especially in one's own home.Psalm 101:2

Patience as an essential part of loveBy inserting 'patience with my kids' into First Corinthians 13, the speaker realizes that patience in daily home life is just as important as any church ministry.

Beholding the glory of JesusTrue patience comes not from self-effort or techniques, but from intently beholding the glory of Jesus in Scripture so the Holy Spirit can transform us.2 Corinthians 3:18

Jesus welcoming childrenLooking at Mark 9, the speaker is encouraged by how comfortable children felt around Jesus, showing how much He values and cherishes them.

Pursuing maturity through enduranceThe speaker concludes that patience is the pathway to becoming mature and complete believers lacking nothing.James 1:4

Setting affections on things aboveBelievers are exhorted to set their minds and affections on things above where Christ is seated, rather than getting caught up in worldly busyness.

Being alert in the last daysScripture warns that people will be consumed by normal daily activities before sudden destruction, much like the days of Noah and Lot.

Watchfulness against trials and deceptionChristians must not look for a false sense of security but remain alert and prepared for opposition, persecution, and false teachers.

Walking as Jesus walked amidst corruptionEven in times of severe violence and corruption, Jesus continued to do good and the will of the Father, providing our ultimate example.

The joy of the shepherd's presenceComparing the believer to a sheep, the speaker highlights how being in the presence of the shepherd brings complete security and fullness of joy.

Setting the Lord continually before usThe condition for experiencing continuous joy in God's presence is keeping the Lord before us in every situation rather than being swayed by anxiety or earthly pleasures.

Learning to rejoice in God aloneReflecting on unexpected daily trials, the speaker realizes that true joy does not depend on how well the day goes, but comes from examining oneself and anchoring joy in God alone.

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