Robert C. Chapman (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- May 24, 2023

Santosh PoonenOctober 26, 202434mWatch on YouTube

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Audiobook Live recordings from RLCF Family Prayer Meetings during which Santosh Poonen shares Christian biographies adapted for children Based loosely on the chapter from the book, "They Knew Their God" by Harvey, Harvey & Hey ----- http://rlcf.church River of Life Christian Fellowship 1306 N Lincoln Avenue Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA

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The video recounts the life of Robert Cleaver Chapman, highlighting his transformation from a confident, self-righteous lawyer who relied on his good works to someone who found true peace and salvation only through Christ. Chapman's journey illustrates that human efforts to earn God's favor are ultimately insufficient, contrasting with the perfect justice and mercy found in the Savior. His life became a testimony of relying solely on God's grace.

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Introduction to Robert Cleaver ChapmanSantosh introduces Robert Cleaver Chapman, noting a testimony about his life that he lived as though he were already in heavenly places.

Wealthy upbringing and early careerBorn in 1803 to a wealthy family in England, Chapman studied law and became a successful attorney at age 20 while relying on his own good works for righteousness.

A sermon shatters his self-righteousnessAfter attending a service at John Street Chapel and hearing Pastor James Harrington Evans preach, Chapman realized his own good works were sinking sand and trusted in Christ alone.

Facing the offense of the crossUpon becoming a true Christian, Chapman experienced opposition and rejection from his former religious friends and relatives who were proud of their own morality.

Leaving law for full-time ministryAt age 29, Chapman gave up his private law practice and fortune to serve as a pastor in Barnstaple, choosing to live in a simple house next to a smelly tannery.

The University of Love and daily communionChapman's humble cottage became known as a place of profound love and hospitality, where he rose early for prayer and served guests by washing their boots.

Overcoming hatred with kindnessWhen a relative bought groceries for Chapman from a shopkeeper who hated him, the act of kindness melted the opponent's heart, leading him to ask for forgiveness.

A unique approach to gossip and criticismWhenever anyone came to Chapman to gossip or criticize others, he would respond by suggesting they go together directly to the person involved.

Final years and concluding quotesChapman preached until his late nineties and passed away at 99, leaving behind profound quotes emphasizing prayer, a low esteem of oneself, and a high esteem of Christ.

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