14th June 2020 - Sunday Church Service | Under Authority And Having Authority - Zac Poonen
14th June 2020 - Under Authority And Having Authority - Zac Poonen Sunday Church Service - CFC Bangalore. For more sermons please visit https://www.cfcindia.com
Summary
The sermon emphasizes that true life and power come from recognizing and living under God's authority. It draws from the example of Jesus, who lived to fulfill the will of the Father. The core message encourages the congregation to learn how to rejoice and be thankful while operating under God's divine authority to effectively lead others.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Welcome and Call to WorshipThe speaker welcomes the congregation and invites them to lift up the name of Christ, who is reigning as King.
Jesus is more than lifeThrough song, the congregation celebrates that Jesus is the most precious treasure and the one who thrills the soul.
Preparing to approach GodThe speaker invites the believers to bow down with reverence and quiet their minds to encounter the King of kings.
A call to worship and prayerThe service begins with a song of praise to God's majesty, followed by a prayer committing the meeting and the hearts of the listeners to God's guidance.
Reviewing scripture and introducing the themeAfter reciting recent memory verses from Psalms and James, the speaker introduces the message title 'Under Authority And Having Authority,' noting that Jesus lived to fulfill His Father's will.James 1:2–3
Rejoicing in God's authority over usUsing Luke 10:19, the speaker explains that true spiritual victory is not found in commanding demons, but in being so subject to God's will that we move whenever He commands.
God does not take away our free willGod never forces His will upon us or removes our ability to choose; even those who have experienced His light can choose to turn away.
The clear command to give thanksOne certain way to do God's will is to give thanks in every situation, as commanded in Scripture.1 Thessalonians 5:18
God values humility and the heart over statusUsing the example of the Roman centurion, the speaker shows that God looks at a person's humble heart and how they treat others rather than their religious background or social standing.
The danger of losing humility as we growAs we mature in the faith, it is easy to lose the humility we had when we first came to Christ, which can prevent us from receiving further grace and revelation.
Recognizing a man under authorityUsing the example of the Roman centurion and military discipline, the speaker explains that Jesus' authority was visible because He lived in submission to God.
Recognizing and respecting spiritual boundariesJust as Jesus ministered to different circles of people with varying levels of intimacy and intensity, we must recognize the appropriate boundaries in our own relationships.
The true goal of authority is leading to eternal lifeGod gives authority over children and church members not for domination or discipline alone, but to lead them to the life of God.
The necessity of fighting to take hold of eternal lifeBelievers must actively fight the good fight of faith against the world, the flesh, and the devil to maintain their grip on eternal life.1 Timothy 6:12
Living under God's authority to overcome SatanBy living under God's authority and seeking His will, believers possess the power to command even demonic forces and live without fear.
