10th Sept 2023 - CFC Bangalore - Sunday Church Service
10th Sept 2023 - CFC Bangalore - Sunday Church Service For more sermons please visit https://www.cfcindia.com/
Summary
The service was characterized by extensive worship and praise, focusing heavily on the saving work of Christ's blood and the glory of God. The message encouraged the congregation to seek God's presence and dwell in His house, drawing strength from the unchanging nature of Jesus Christ. The service concluded with reading and meditating on scripture passages concerning compassion, humility, and the eternal faithfulness of Christ.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Opening prayerA brief prayer asking for the Lord's presence to be among the people and within their praises.
Celebrating God's gloryThe congregation sings of the glory of almighty God and the wonderful nature of His love for humanity.
Seeking one thing from the LordThe speaker introduces a focus on Psalm 27, emphasizing the desire to dwell in God's presence as a primary life priority.
A prayer of praise and seeking GodThe service begins with a prayer of adoration, acknowledging God's glory, His role as a refuge, and the privilege of seeking His face.
Reviewing memory versesThe speaker reviews last week's command from Colossians and introduces this week's promise from Hebrews regarding the unchanging nature of Jesus.Colossians 3:12
The true mark of being born againTrue salvation is evidenced by a radical change in life and the necessity of repentance, rather than just an emotional acceptance of Jesus.
What is the grace of God?The speaker defines the essence of God's grace as being comprised of both repentance toward God and faith in our Lord Jesus Christ.
The power and privilege of the GospelLooking at Romans, the speaker highlights Paul's obligation to preach to all people and his lack of shame because the gospel is the power of God for salvation.Romans 1:14–16
Ensuring a valid foundation for baptismThe speaker urges those being baptized to ensure they have a complete gospel of repentance and faith, warning that without true change and belief, one's spiritual foundation is incomplete.
The difference between death and eternal lifeWhile the wages of sin is physical and spiritual death, the gift of God is eternal life found in knowing Him through Jesus Christ.
What is repentance that leads to life?True repentance is not just feeling guilty or performing religious duties, which are dead works; it is a transformation that comes through faith in Jesus.
Warning against superficial baptism and false motivesUsing the example of Simon the Magician, the speaker warns against seeking baptism to escape God's wrath or for personal gain rather than true repentance.
Beware of bitterness and false prophetsUsing the example of Simon the Sorcerer, the speaker warns that harboring bitterness or following false prophets who lack biblical foundation can prevent one from receiving the Holy Spirit.
A prayer for protection from deceptionThe speaker leads a prayer asking God to protect the congregation from being deceived and to help them love the truth.
The biblical requirement for salvationDrawing from Acts 2:38 and the example of Esau, the speaker argues that true conversion involves repentance, belief, baptism, and receiving the Spirit, rather than just a superficial acceptance.Hebrews 12:16
