Finding Strength in Jesus and Not Fainting — Olu Talabi — January 8, 2023
https://rlcf.church/media/sermons/finding-strength-in-jesus-and-not-fainting River of Life Christian Fellowship 1306 N Lincoln Avenue Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA
Summary
The sermon emphasizes the necessity of persevering in good works daily, drawing from Galatians 6:9, which warns against fainting. The speaker cautions that life's persistent challenges can cause believers to become weary, leading to doubt and spiritual fatigue. True endurance requires looking forward in faith and relying on God's strength day by day, rather than being bogged down by past issues or current worldly pressures.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Do not be weary in well-doingThe apostle Paul reminds believers in Galatians not to grow weary in well-doing, because in due season we will reap if we do not faint.Galatians 6:9
The calendar changes but life's challenges remainWhile the new year brings a new number on the calendar, the same worldly issues, personal struggles, and spiritual opposition continue.
The subtle danger of spiritual wearinessLife's daily routines and troubles can quietly wear believers down, leading to doubt, cooling zeal, and the temptation to slow down or turn back.
Take heed against the cares of this lifeJesus warns in Luke to take heed lest our hearts be overcharged with the cares of this life, which can cause us to be caught unawares.
Overcoming human impatience through patient continuanceHuman nature is naturally impatient for immediate results, but Scripture pairs faith with patience to inherit God's promises.
The strength of God's spirit is the only way to endureWithout the empowering presence of the Holy Spirit, it is impossible to consistently win spiritual battles and joyfully endure daily life.
The Holy Spirit is God's unchanging promiseScripture refers to the Holy Spirit as the promised gift of God, and because God cannot lie, He will faithfully fulfill that promise through Jesus Christ.Acts 2:32–33
Asking according to God's will in Jesus' nameJesus promised that whatever we ask the Father in His name He will do, including granting His Spirit to those who seek to obey Him.
Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and foreverWhile fads, doctrines, and human opinions constantly shift, Jesus never changes and remains a secure shelter for His people in every generation.Hebrews 13:8–9
Consider Jesus who endured oppositionBelievers are instructed to look to Jesus, the author and finisher of faith, who endured the cross for the joy set before Him so we do not grow weary.
Taking the Christian life one day at a timeGod provides grace for the present day, reminding us that each day has enough trouble of its own and encouraging us to call on Him daily.
