By Faith Surrender to God"s Will (Message to Women) — Annie Poonen — April 19, 2023
https://rlcf.church/media/sermons/by-faith-surrender-to-gods-will River of Life Christian Fellowship 1306 N Lincoln Avenue Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA
Summary
The speaker emphasizes that regardless of one's background or the hardships faced, the best source of comfort and understanding is Jesus. Using the example of the woman with the hemorrhage, she illustrates that faith allows us to reach out to Jesus, even in a crowd, and receive healing and reassurance. She concludes by noting how Jesus always takes time to acknowledge and affirm the faith of those who approach him.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
How Jesus treated women in the gospelsReflecting on the Gospels, the speaker is struck by how Jesus compassionately met the unique needs and backgrounds of women who crossed His path.
The woman with the issue of bloodA woman suffering secretly for twelve years reached out in faith to touch the hem of Jesus' garment and was immediately healed.
Handling interruptions like JesusDespite being on His way to help Jairus's daughter, Jesus stopped for the suffering woman, teaching us patience with life's daily interruptions.
The Canaanite woman and her daughterA Canaanite woman begged Jesus to heal her daughter, demonstrating profound humility by accepting even the crumbs from the Master's table.
Praying for our children with humble faithMothers can bring their children's physical and emotional needs to the Lord, acknowledging their own unworthiness while trusting in His grace.
Keep praying and do not give upScripture encourages believers to keep on asking in prayer, knowing that God as a loving Father will not give stones when we ask for bread.
What is biblical faith?Faith is not rooted in our own strength or positive thinking, but in the person of Jesus Christ, much like a child jumping into a parent's arms.
Do not be anxious about earthly needsWhile we have daily needs, Jesus commands us not to be anxious because our heavenly father already knows what we require.
Surrendering our bodies in times of sicknessWhen facing physical illness or trials, we should judge ourselves, offer our bodies as living sacrifices, and prioritize spiritual healing above all.
Faith for spiritual milestones and overcoming sinBelievers need faith to take steps like water baptism, receive the Holy Spirit, and gain victory over besetting sins and bad habits.
The true test of faith in daily lifeRather than expecting a trouble-free life of ease, true faith is tested by how we face persecution, suffering, and the trials allowed by God.
A modern testimony from a hospital bedA sister undergoing cancer treatment shares how her hospital bed became an altar and a church, praising God without complaint.
Concluding prayer and commitmentClosing with Psalm 86, the speaker encourages everyone to bring all their needs to the Lord in faith, trusting Him until the end.
