CFC Daily Devotions - Zac Poonen
Excerpt from the message: The Root Of Sin And Of Salvation - Zac Poonen
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Summary
True Christian character, such as humility and kindness, must originate from a genuine root of salvation, otherwise, it is mere hypocrisy. The speaker emphasizes that believers should learn humility and gentleness directly from Jesus' life and teachings, rather than from human definitions or imitation of others. This genuine learning involves accepting God's will, even when it requires great humility, such as receiving gifts or forgiving others.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Acting holy without the root of salvationIf you only focus on the fruit of salvation without the root, you become a hypocrite who merely acts holy and kind while feeling differently inside.
The hypocrisy of salespeople compared to many ChristiansSalespeople act kind to customers they secretly despise to make a sale, which mirrors many Christians who act nice while harboring detestable attitudes inside.
Learning from Jesus' own wordsJesus tells believers in Matthew to take His yoke upon them and learn from Him, having the same attitude that was in Christ Jesus.Matthew 11:29
Why we must not imitate other preachersYoung believers often try to imitate famous preachers to gain admiration, but God made each person unique and wants them to be themselves.
Humility and gentleness are not natural to humanityHumility and gentleness are never naturally found in the human race, as humans are born with pride, hardness, and a lack of natural gentleness in speech.
Jesus is the only teacher of gentlenessYou cannot learn true humility and gentleness from other men or the dictionary; you must go directly to Jesus to be your teacher.
Heaven's definition of gentlenessHeaven's definition of gentleness is not found in an earthly dictionary, as Jesus could be equally gentle when whipping money changers in the temple and when forgiving the woman caught in adultery.
Jesus took the side of the weak and despisedJesus forgave His persecutors, showed mercy to the woman accused by the Pharisees, and lifted up women in a society where they were deeply looked down upon.
How Jesus and His disciples were supportedUnlike Paul who could make tents, Jesus needed carpentry tools and relied on voluntary, sacrificial financial support from women who had been healed.
The tremendous humility required to receive a giftIt takes real humility for almighty God to receive gifts from others to buy food, never asking for money or taking offerings.
Learn from me for I am humble in heartJesus humbled Himself completely to accept human provision, calling His followers to learn from Him because He is humble in heart.
CFC Daily Devotions - Zac Poonen
Excerpt from the message: The Root Of Sin And Of Salvation - Zac Poonen
To listen to the complete message click here : https://www.cfcindia.com/sermon/the-root-of-sin-and-of-salvation
Visit our website for more information: https://www.cfcindia.com
Summary
True Christian character, such as humility and kindness, must originate from a genuine root of salvation, otherwise, it is mere hypocrisy. The speaker emphasizes that believers should learn humility and gentleness directly from Jesus' life and teachings, rather than from human definitions or imitation of others. This genuine learning involves accepting God's will, even when it requires great humility, such as receiving gifts or forgiving others.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Acting holy without the root of salvationIf you only focus on the fruit of salvation without the root, you become a hypocrite who merely acts holy and kind while feeling differently inside.
The hypocrisy of salespeople compared to many ChristiansSalespeople act kind to customers they secretly despise to make a sale, which mirrors many Christians who act nice while harboring detestable attitudes inside.
Learning from Jesus' own wordsJesus tells believers in Matthew to take His yoke upon them and learn from Him, having the same attitude that was in Christ Jesus.Matthew 11:29
Why we must not imitate other preachersYoung believers often try to imitate famous preachers to gain admiration, but God made each person unique and wants them to be themselves.
Humility and gentleness are not natural to humanityHumility and gentleness are never naturally found in the human race, as humans are born with pride, hardness, and a lack of natural gentleness in speech.
Jesus is the only teacher of gentlenessYou cannot learn true humility and gentleness from other men or the dictionary; you must go directly to Jesus to be your teacher.
Heaven's definition of gentlenessHeaven's definition of gentleness is not found in an earthly dictionary, as Jesus could be equally gentle when whipping money changers in the temple and when forgiving the woman caught in adultery.
Jesus took the side of the weak and despisedJesus forgave His persecutors, showed mercy to the woman accused by the Pharisees, and lifted up women in a society where they were deeply looked down upon.
How Jesus and His disciples were supportedUnlike Paul who could make tents, Jesus needed carpentry tools and relied on voluntary, sacrificial financial support from women who had been healed.
The tremendous humility required to receive a giftIt takes real humility for almighty God to receive gifts from others to buy food, never asking for money or taking offerings.
Learn from me for I am humble in heartJesus humbled Himself completely to accept human provision, calling His followers to learn from Him because He is humble in heart.
