Those Who Are With Jesus Are The Called, Chosen And Faithful - Ian & Charles
Summary
The sermon draws from Revelation 17 and Matthew 22 to emphasize that while many are called, only a few are truly chosen and faithful to be with Jesus. The speaker clarifies that being 'called of God' means being sanctified by calling, a status available to all who call on the name of the Lord, not limited to full-time ministry. Ultimately, the message encourages the congregation that God chooses the weak and foolish things to nullify human boasting, highlighting that believers are part of God's rich inheritance.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Those who are with Jesus are called, chosen, and faithfulRevelation speaks of governments giving authority to the beast to wage war against the lamb, but the lamb will overcome because he is Lord of lords, and those with him are called, chosen, and faithful.
What does it mean to be called of God?Being called of God does not refer to full-time ministry or quitting a job, but rather means becoming a saint by calling, which represents being separated and holy in Christ.1 Corinthians 1:2
How do we walk worthy of our calling?We walk worthy of our calling with humility, gentleness, patience, and tolerance, being alert at noticing differences and quick at mending fences rather than letting conflicts fester.Ephesians 4:1–3
God will count you worthy of your callingGod fulfills every desire for goodness in those He calls, meaning a true child of God will always harbor a desire to do good rather than settle scores or hold grudges.
Make certain of your calling and choosingBelievers must be diligent to make certain of their calling by practicing humility, patience, and love, ensuring an abundant entrance into the eternal kingdom.2 Peter 1:10–11
What does it mean to be chosen by God?God chooses leaders and servants like Zerubbabel, making them like a signet ring during times of shaking and testing.
Belonging to a kingdom that cannot be shakenAs God shakes the heavens and the earth to remove created things, believers must show gratitude and offer acceptable service with reverence and awe, consuming all ingratitude.
Why many are called but few are chosenMany are called, but few are chosen because people cling to their old rags, reputation, gossiping, and backbiting rather than accepting the wedding garment and righteousness provided by God.
Joshua and the removal of filthy garmentsZechariah's vision of Joshua the high priest shows Satan standing to accuse him while the Lord rebukes Satan and removes Joshua's filthy garments, replacing them with festal robes and a clean turban.
The church as a wall of fire and the apple of God's eyeThe vision of Jerusalem depicts the church surrounded by God as a wall of fire with His glory in its midst, making every member the apple of His eye.
Whose side are you on?When a brother or sister fails, we must not take Satan's side as an accuser or stand by as a spectator, but rather have the spirit of Zechariah and Christ to help cover and restore them.
There is no such thing as an isolated ChristianBelievers are called together as a body of saints to bear one another's weaknesses, accept one another just as Christ accepted us, and live in harmony.
Be at peace with all men as far as possibleBelievers are commanded to maintain a clear conscience and, as far as it depends on them, live at peace with all men, humbling themselves first for the sake of reconciliation.
