Let God’s Word Penetrate Your Deepest Part - Zac Poonen

Zac PoonenApril 28, 202159mWatch on YouTube

Some Principles of Spiritual Growth (Australia CFC Conference – April 2021) Session 5: Let God’s Word Penetrate Your Deepest Part - Zac Poonen Visit our website for more information: www.cfcindia.com

Summary

The central message is that true spiritual growth in the New Covenant requires allowing God's Word to penetrate and judge the deepest thoughts and motives of the heart, not just outward actions. Unlike the Old Covenant, which focused on external obedience, the New Covenant demands self-examination regarding our underlying intentions. To achieve this growth, believers must consistently ask God to reveal the motives behind their words and deeds in all areas of life.

Outline

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

What does the word of God do in the New Covenant?Unlike the old covenant law which tested people mostly on outward actions, the New Covenant word of God judges the thoughts and intentions of the heart.

Laying the axe to the rootJohn the Baptist preached that the axe is laid to the root of the tree, meaning God wants to deal with the root of sin in the heart rather than just cutting off bad fruit on the outside.

Doing everything for the glory of GodPaul instructs believers to do even ordinary things like eating and drinking for the glory of God, which requires discipline and provides a relaxed, fruitful life.1 Corinthians 10:31

Judgment must begin with the household of GodA true mark of belonging to God's family is that we judge ourselves first instead of pointing out the faults of others.1 Peter 4:17

The parts of man: spirit, soul, and bodyMan is made of three parts: spirit where God dwells, body, and soul which contains our mind, emotions, and will.1 Thessalonians 5:23

Entering the most holy place through the fleshJesus opened a new and living way through the veil, which represents man's self-will that must be denied.

Jesus came to do the Father's willJesus described His entire time on earth by stating He came down from heaven not to do His own will, but the will of Him who sent Him.John 6:38

Trusting God with major life decisionsGod's eyes are moving across the earth to support those who completely trust Him to choose their path, such as in marriage and career.2 Chronicles 16:9

God overlooks times of ignoranceWhen we come to the truth after making past blunders, God graciously overlooks our times of ignorance and calls us to repent and turn to His will.Acts 17:30

Finishing your course like PaulEven if someone has wasted a large portion of their life in sin or ignorance, turning fully to God allows them to finish the course God planned for them.2 Timothy 4:7

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