Words of Encouragement -- Dave Bertsch & David Lane -- January 30, 2022
http://rlcf.church River of Life Christian Fellowship 1306 N Lincoln Avenue Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA
Summary
The speaker contrasts the desire for extraordinary, miraculous signs with the reality of the 'ordinary Christian life.' Drawing from Acts and Hebrews, he argues that true faith is found not in spectacular deeds, but in consistent, daily obedience and reliance on Jesus. He encourages listeners to persevere in the mundane aspects of faith, trusting that God is working even when visible results are absent.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
The struggle to be content with an ordinary lifeThe speaker shares his own battle with wanting a flashy christian life rather than being content with the ordinary one, pointing to the story of Simon in Acts.
Hebrews 11 and ordinary acts of faithExamining Hebrews 11 reveals that many commended by faith did not perform grand spectacles, but simple daily acts like leaning on a staff or being tempted.
Living by faith and looking unto JesusBelievers are called to live by faith without needing glorious manifestations, running the race with patience by keeping their eyes fixed on Jesus.Hebrews 10:38Hebrews 11:6
Not losing heart in the ordinaryThe temptation in ordinary Christian living is growing weary of the same routine, but believers are promised a harvest if they do not quit.
The disciples on the road to EmmausTwo disciples walking and talking an ordinary walk were joined by Jesus, whose presence turned their slow hearts into hearts burning with God's word.
Jesus is enough as our goal and strengthWith God as our goal and Jesus walking alongside us, we find the strength to continue working in His vineyard without growing weary.
