Questions & Answers - Zac Poonen - June 29, 2013

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The speaker advises that approaching the Bible with humility, like a child, allows it to be a 'Tree of Life,' whereas a critical attitude treats it as a 'Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil.' He uses Jesus' submission to his Father and to imperfect people like Joseph and Mary as an example of required submission in life, including to imperfect leaders. Furthermore, he teaches that sympathy must be Christ-like, encouraging believers to trust in God's sovereignty through verses like 1 Corinthians 10:13 and Romans 8:28, showing how even the worst events can work for good.

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Approaching the Bible as a Tree of LifeThe Bible can be approached either to gain mere knowledge of good and evil or to seek the life of God. Approaching it with humility makes it a tree of life, whereas a critical attitude leads to missing God's word.

How can a woman submit to an imperfect husband?Just as Jesus submitted to imperfect earthly parents like Joseph and Mary for thirty years, believers are often placed under imperfect leadership and bosses as part of God's design.

How and when should we sympathize with others?Christ-like sympathy should challenge people to look to Jesus and trust God's sovereignty rather than merely drowning in sorrow together.

Is tithing scriptural under the New Covenant?Tithing was strictly Old Testament; the New Covenant replaces it with secret, cheerful, and wise giving driven by gratitude and righteousness rather than a fixed 10 percent.

How far can and should elders go in their authority?Elders have a sphere of responsibility strictly related to church matters and administration, but they have no authority to dictate personal life choices like career or marriage.

What should doers of God's Word be doing?Believers should pray to obey every single New Covenant commandment and experience every promise given to Christians, using life's trials and enemies as opportunities to obey.

What is sin under the New Covenant?Sin is coming short of the glory of God, defined practically as anything you cannot do in fellowship with Jesus Christ.Romans 3:23John 1:14

Why should I accept the Bible as the Word of God?Young believers can start by following the example of godly men whose lives were changed by it, and later know its truth through personal experience and proven promises.

Should I change my home church if I am not growing?Just as people change hospitals or schools when they get no results, believers should seek a church where they can grow and follow the Lord without manipulation or constant financial pressure.

Encouragement for a wife hurt by a husband's past sinWhile deep hurt is difficult to forgive, meditating on how much we have been forgiven by Christ gives us the grace to forgive others.

What about the salvation of Old Testament saints and those who never heard?Old Testament believers looked forward to Christ, and God will judge humanity with absolute justice and fairness, not condemning those who never heard without the gospel.

What strategy to use if Christianity becomes illegal?Believers should practice personal witnessing with greater wisdom and through personal friendships rather than relying on massive public campaigns.

How to keep eyes focused on Christ instead of pursuing moneyBelievers must mind their own business, refuse to follow the materialistic compromises of others, and follow Jesus wholeheartedly as their sole example.

The importance of belonging to a local church familyHoliness without fellowship is a deception; Jesus designed the Christian life to be lived out in a local body and family of believers pursuing godliness together.

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Questions & Answers - Zac Poonen - June 29, 2013

Zac Poonen · July 2, 2013 · 1h 11m

Humility The Bible

http://rlcfchurch.org/god-gives-the-holy-spirit-freely RLCF Summer Conference 2013 - Session 5 River of Life Christian Fellowship 1306 N Lincoln Avenue Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA

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

How and when should we sympathize with others?Christ-like sympathy should challenge people to look to Jesus and trust God's sovereignty rather than merely drowning in sorrow together.

What is sin under the New Covenant?Sin is coming short of the glory of God, defined practically as anything you cannot do in fellowship with Jesus Christ.Romans 3:23John 1:14

Encouragement for a wife hurt by a husband's past sinWhile deep hurt is difficult to forgive, meditating on how much we have been forgiven by Christ gives us the grace to forgive others.

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