Bobby McDonald - Not an error in doctrine, but an error in emphasis

Bobby McDonaldSeptember 21, 202028mWatch on YouTube

Speaker: Bobby McDonald Title: Not an error in doctrine, but and error in emphasis Date: 09/20/2020 Our Goal as Christians is this: To be an exact reflection of Jesus, the Son of God (Romans 8:29) We do this individually by growing in purity in our personal lives (1 John 3:2-3) We do this corporately by becoming fully functioning members of a local Church (Ephesians 4:11-16)

Summary

The central message is that the Christian life requires a focus on becoming an increasing reflection of Jesus daily, rather than merely focusing on doctrinal correctness. The speaker emphasizes that the correct emphasis in the last days is to be diligent to be found by Christ spotless, blameless, and having repented of every sin. This involves internal purity, obedience to Jesus' commands, and striving for holiness in one's daily life.

Outline

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Opening with a song about becoming like JesusBobby opens by sharing a simple song clip about striving to be a little kinder, more patient, and more like Jesus every day.

What should our focus be as we wait for Jesus?Imagine standing before God and asking what to focus on in these last days amidst wars and distress; the answer is not a lack of emphasis or mere survival.

God's emphasis in Second PeterSecond Peter 3:13-14 tells believers to be diligent to be found by Him in peace, spotless, and blameless.

An error in emphasis, not doctrineChristendom often suffers from a wrong emphasis rather than bad doctrine, neglecting the daily pursuit of inner holiness.

The true focus of discipleshipJesus taught inner purity in the Sermon on the Mount and commanded His disciples to obey all that He instructed from the heart.

The danger of stagnation and small sinsIgnoring small daily frustrations and complaints ruins fellowship with God, others, and family members.

The test of loving God through our treatment of othersFor those who are married, the true test of loving God and keeping His commandments is how we treat our spouse and family daily.

Purifying ourselves because our hope is in HimFirst John 3:3 reminds us that everyone who has this hope fixed on Him purifies himself just as He is pure.

Going deep into God like soup or goldJust as valuable things require effort to reach, we must seek God deeply rather than skimming the surface of spiritual life.

Eternal life is knowing GodJesus defines eternal life in John 17:3 as knowing the only true God and Jesus Christ whom He has sent.

Growing in godly qualities brings the true knowledge of ChristSecond Peter 1:5-8 instructs believers to apply all diligence to supply moral excellence, self-confidence, perseverance, and love, rendering them fruitful in knowing the Lord.

Having the attitude of top athletesLike top athletes who constantly refine their skills, believers should maintain an attitude of serious spiritual progress.

Closing song and final challengeBobby replays the song as a prayerful reminder to be a little kinder, love others better, and make small daily steps toward becoming more like Jesus.

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