Session 7: One Who Values Fellowship with God - Zac Poonen - May 24, 2014

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2014 RLCF Men's Conference - Session 7 http:/www/rlcfchurch.org/who-can-build-the-body-of-christ/ River of Life Christian Fellowship 1306 N Lincoln Avenue Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA

Summary

The central message is that true obedience and holiness must be rooted in a fervent, all-consuming love for Christ, not merely adherence to commandments. The speaker emphasizes that the greatest commandments are to love God and love neighbor, and this love must be the foundation for discipleship. He argues that the focus should be on finding people who desire to follow Jesus wholeheartedly here on earth, rather than those who are only concerned with going to heaven.

Outline

The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.

Love for Christ as the FoundationThe entire Bible hangs on loving God and loving our neighbor, and keeping commandments has no value unless it is motivated by a genuine love for Jesus.

Discipleship Versus Simply Wanting HeavenThe true gospel calls people to be disciples who follow Jesus and deny themselves on earth, rather than merely gathering crowds of people who want to go to heaven.

The Ultimate Reward of Being Close to JesusEternal rewards and mansions are picture language for what truly matters: having intimate fellowship with Jesus Christ above all else.

Meditation on the Cross and Hating SinBy meditating deeply on the suffering of Christ at Calvary, believers learn to truly hate sin and refuse to take even small sins lightly.

The Cup of Gethsemane and Fellowship with the FatherJesus's greatest dread in Gethsemane was not physical death, but the terrifying prospect of losing His eternal fellowship with the Father due to our sin.

Desiring God Above All Earthly ThingsThe psalmist's declaration that God is the sole desire in heaven and earth serves as the core definition of authentic Christian living.

The True Meaning of Hell and Spiritual DeathHell is fundamentally the agony of being forsaken by God for eternity, which is the punishment Jesus bore on the cross so our sins could be forgiven.

Praying with Tears to Overcome SinJesus offered up prayers with loud crying and tears during His earthly days because He hated sin and desperately sought to be saved from spiritual death.Hebrews 5:7

Loving Much Because We Have Been Forgiven MuchThose who realize the depth of their forgiveness and the gravity of sin committed after conversion will love deeply and walk in profound humility.

Building a Pure Offering and a Church Within a ChurchWhile large religious gatherings contain many casual attendees, God is seeking a dedicated remnant—like those who enter the most holy place—who truly fellowship with Him.

The Church as a Testimony to Powers in the Heavenly PlacesGod uses a pure local church to demonstrate His multi-sided wisdom and silence the accusations of Satan against hypocritical religion.

Job as an Example of a God-Fearing ManThe very first book written in the Bible focuses on Job, a man who feared God, turned from evil, and rightly led his family, proving that God looks for righteous individuals rather than material wealth.

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Session 7: One Who Values Fellowship with God - Zac Poonen - May 24, 2014

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