17th Dec 2017 - Seven Absolutes For Every Christian
1.How a Mother Raised A Godly Son - Zac Poonen 2.Seven Absolutes For Every Christian - Sandeep Poonen 3.The Opposite Of Faith Is Pride - Zac Poonen
Summary
The speaker discusses the importance of spiritual mentorship and the qualities of a true disciple, using Timothy as a prime example. He highlights that Paul recognized Timothy's sincere faith, which was nurtured by his grandmother and mother, despite his father's lack of spiritual interest. The message emphasizes the value of genuine spiritual concern and being a wholehearted disciple.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Praising Jesus for His worthinessThe speaker opens by declaring that Jesus is worthy of all praise and invites the congregation to join in worship.
Fixing our eyes on the SaviorA call to focus our attention on Jesus, the merciful Savior who rescues us and shows us the way.
Timothy's call to be an exampleThe speaker examines 1 Timothy 4:12, noting Paul's instruction for Timothy to set an example in speech, conduct, love, faith, and purity.1 Timothy 4:12
The importance of raising wholehearted disciplesReflecting on the mother of Timothy, the speaker highlights the profound impact of single-handedly raising a child to be a devoted follower of Christ.
Prioritizing the kingdom over material wealthParents should focus on teaching children to seek God's righteousness first rather than providing only for their physical comforts and worldly desires.
Worshipping God's majesty through scriptureThe speaker leads the congregation in prayer and reads a passage from Revelation describing the heavenly worship of the Lamb.
The difference between percentages and absolutesWhile businesses offer varying levels of service assurance, the speaker identifies certain absolute truths in the Christian life that are 100% certain because God's Word is truth.
God's promises are an absolute 'yes'Based on 2 Corinthians 1:20, the speaker asserts that God's promises are not a 'maybe' but a definitive yes.2 Corinthians 1:20
Signing the new agreement through zero tolerance for sinThe speaker concludes that we must continuously sign our 'amen' to God's promises by maintaining a zero-tolerance policy toward sin and walking in His light.
You don't need more faith; you just need mustard seed faithUsing the example of the disciples asking to increase their faith, the speaker argues that God does not require a massive amount of faith, but rather a small, sincere trust in His greatness.
Faith is as natural and necessary as breathingThe speaker compares faith to the act of breathing, noting that just as God gives us the ability to breathe without us constantly asking for it, we should live by the constant rhythm of trusting Him.
Our own righteousness is like filthy ragsDrawing from the life of Paul, the speaker warns that even our greatest spiritual victories and acts of obedience are useless for salvation if we rely on them as our own merit.
Seeking the transformation of water into wineThe speaker expresses a desire for God's grace to transform obedience from mere duty into a life compelled by the love of God, much like turning water into wine.
The true opposite of faith is prideUsing Romans 3, the speaker argues that we often mistake unbelief for our main problem, when in reality, pride is what prevents us from grasping faith.Romans 3:27
The vital need for the breath of the Holy SpiritReflecting on Ezekiel's vision of dry bones, the speaker concludes that even with perfect doctrine or structure, life only comes when we humbly depend on the breath of the Holy Spirit.
