Arise, Shine! Your Time Has Come - Santosh Poonen - March 22, 2020
http://rlcfchurch.org/arise-shine-your-time-come River of Life Christian Fellowship 1306 N Lincoln Avenue Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA
Summary
The speaker cautions against misusing scripture, citing Psalm 91 as an example of how the devil attempted to use God's Word against Jesus. He emphasizes that while God's Word is true, its application must align with God's ultimate desire and purpose, not merely personal desire or hope. True assurance comes from understanding that God's word will accomplish what He intends, as seen in Isaiah 55, and that our focus must remain on God's purpose rather than claiming verses for personal comfort.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
The danger of misusing Psalm 91Satan quoted Psalm 91 during his temptation of Jesus to make Him use God's word for His own self-interest rather than God's desire.
How God's word actually fulfills its purposeIsaiah 55 shows that God's word accomplishes His specific desires rather than simply fulfilling human demands or proclamations.
Does God still draw physical distinctions between His people and the world?While God physically protected Israelites from plagues in Goshen during the Old Testament, His interaction with His people today is different.
First: In the world, we will face tribulationBelievers are not promised an exemption from trouble, but rather assurance that God walks with them through afflictions.
Second: Jesus will be with us and will deliver usGod promises rescue and presence in the middle of our troubles, even if hardship reaches inside our homes.Psalm 91:3
Third: We do not need to fear because Jesus has already overcomeDeath and sickness are already defeated enemies under Christ's feet, meaning we can be secure without fear.
In the world you have tribulation, but in Me peaceJesus summarized our exact position: remaining in a troubled world while dwelling securely in His peace.John 16:33
Choosing not to bow to the idol of fearShadrach, Meshach, and Abednego stood tall against Nebuchadnezzar, demonstrating true faith that trusts God even if physical rescue looks different than expected.
Protected from the fire of unbeliefWhile physical bodies may face suffering, believers must fiercely protect their spirits from being singed by the dangerous fire of panic and fear.
Living ready as the midnight hour approachesEnd-times conditions will grow darker to test our devotion, preparing the way for the return of the bridegroom.
Taking the bushel off your lampAs darkness increases around us, believers must be bolder than ever and place their light on a lampstand for all to see.
Proving we are God's children by refusing to grumbleBelievers stand apart from a perverse generation not by complaining about society or leaders, but by doing everything without grumbling or disputing.
Arise, shine, for your light has comeEven when deep darkness covers the peoples of the earth, God's glory rises upon His people as a call to shine.
