3. The Example of Jesus as a Young Boy - Zac Poonen - September 23, 2023
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Summary
Jesus' primary ministry was not limited to preaching, but rather to living a life that explained what God is like to the world. This calling extends to all believers, who are called to represent Christ by living out their faith in their daily lives, both at home and in their workplaces. The Old Testament law served not to make people holy, but to reveal humanity's inability to meet God's perfect standard, pointing people toward the need for salvation.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Explaining the Father to the WorldJesus came to explain what God was like through the way He lived, treating people, and conducting His entire life, setting an example for believers.John 1:18
The Purpose of the Old Testament LawThe law was given not to make people holy, but to act as a mirror showing humanity that they fall short of God's perfect standard.
The First Great CommissionJust as the Father sent Jesus into the world to manifest God's character, Jesus sends believers to show the world what He is like.John 14:9John 20:21
Power to Be WitnessesThe primary purpose of receiving the Holy Spirit's power is not to gain fame as a preacher, but to be a true witness by our daily lives.
Righteous Anger and Commercialized ReligionJesus expressed righteous anger only when He saw people making money in the name of religion, driving out those who commercialized the temple.
Jesus at Age Twelve in the TempleAt twelve years old, Jesus amazed the scholars in the temple with His deep understanding of scripture and probing questions.
Learning the Scriptures with DiligenceWithout a printed Bible at home, Jesus learned the scriptures through daily meditation and consistent listening from a very young age.
Subjection to Parents at HomeAfter the temple incident, Jesus returned to Nazareth and lived in subjection to His parents, fulfilling the commandment to honor father and mother.Ephesians 6:1–3
Qualifications for Church LeadershipScripture outlines that a spiritual leader must demonstrate the ability to properly govern and control their own family and children.1 Timothy 3:4
Hope and Prayer for Wayward ChildrenParents with wayward children should humbly confess their own failures before God, set their consciences right, and persistently pray for a miracle.
