The Spirit of Prophecy For The Last Days - Zac Poonen
Summary
The speaker interprets Joel's prophecy regarding the outpouring of the Holy Spirit in the last days, noting that this event began on Pentecost. He emphasizes that the spiritual inheritance promised to God's sons and daughters is crucial, warning that earthly achievements and possessions will be worthless compared to this spiritual calling. The ultimate goal should not merely be reaching heaven, but being saved from sin and being with Jesus.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
The Outpouring of the Holy SpiritPeter explains on the day of Pentecost that the outpouring of the Spirit fulfills Joel's prophecy about the last days.Acts 2:16
The Gap Between Two PeaksProphets saw the first and second coming of Christ like two mountain peaks, unaware of the 2,000-year gap between them.
Claiming Your Spiritual InheritanceMost Christians fight for earthly wealth while neglecting their spiritual inheritance as sons and daughters of God.
Becoming Sons and DaughtersBelievers received the ultimate promotion to become actual brothers and sisters of Christ after His resurrection, a privilege unavailable in the Old Covenant.
The Greatest Gift is ProphecyWhile believers often desire miracles and healing, God states that sons and daughters are meant to have the gift of prophecy.
Enoch Prophesied About the Second ComingEnoch was the first prophet, walking with God and prophesying about the second coming of Christ and judgment against sin without ever doing miracles.
Noah as a Preacher of RighteousnessNoah preached righteousness and warned a wicked generation of coming judgment while faithfully saving his own family.
John the Baptist as the Greatest ProphetJesus called John the Baptist the greatest prophet born of women, yet he performed no miracles and instead preached repentance.
Learning from Enoch's RevelationEnoch lived with the urgent reality of judgment after receiving revelation regarding the name of his son, Methuselah.Genesis 5:21
Overcoming the Devil's LiesBelievers must not let the devil devalue them or use past sins to convince them that God cannot use them.
Eagerly Desiring ProphecyPaul instructs believers to pursue love and earnestly desire spiritual gifts, especially prophecy, which speaks to build up, comfort, and challenge people.
Trusting God for the WordsDisciples do not need to produce messages on their own; if they walk with God, He will supply the exact words needed for those around them.
