Jesus Said “I am the Door” — Ajay Chakravarthy — November 5, 2023
https://rlcf.church/media/sermons/jesus-said-i-am-the-door River of Life Christian Fellowship 1306 N Lincoln Avenue Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA
Summary
The speaker emphasizes that the Christian life is a process of continuous growth, illustrated by the concept of moving 'from faith to faith' and 'grace upon grace.' He uses the analogy of the door, referencing Jesus' declaration, and draws a parallel to the Passover observance in Egypt. Just as the blood on the doorposts protected the Israelites, believers must remain within the safety of Christ's door, acknowledging and removing all sin (leaven) to be protected.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
From Faith to Faith in the Christian LifeThe Christian life is not static, but a continuous growth in faith and grace as revealed in the gospel.Romans 1:16–17
Jesus Is the DoorJesus declared himself to be the door of the sheep, echoing biblical doors like Noah's Ark and the feast of the Lamb.John 10:7
The Blood on the Doorpost in EgyptDuring the final plague in Egypt, the Israelites had to remove leaven as a picture of sin and apply the spotless lamb's blood to their doorposts to be saved from the destroyer.Exodus 12:3–7
Humility as the Key to the DoorJesus taught that unless someone humbles themselves like a little child, they cannot enter the kingdom of heaven.Matthew 18:3–4
The Blind Man Who Obeyed in HumilityA man born blind humbly accepted Jesus' unconventional method of healing by washing in the pool of Siloam and ultimately believed in the Son of Man.John 9:1
Naaman's Pride and CleansingNaaman initially reacted in rage when told to wash in the Jordan River, but after humbling himself and obeying, his flesh was restored like that of a child.
Receiving a Sensitive, Cleansed ConscienceJust as washing cleanses leprosy, Jesus' blood cleanses our conscience, giving us a sensitive heart and the robe of God's righteousness.
Remembering Purification, Not Just FailureBelievers must not forget their purification from former sins; when God cleanses us, we must not call ourselves unclean.2 Peter 1:9
Peter Sleeping Peacefully in PrisonPeter slept soundly between two soldiers on the night before his scheduled execution because he was completely justified and at rest with a clear conscience.
Brought Near by the Blood of ChristChrist's blood does more than forgive sins; it brings us near to God so we can fellowship with Him intimately like a friend.
