The Way Into The Most Holy Place - Zac Poonen
One of the most precious New Covenant Truths. Bro. Zac beautifully explains how we can be in the presence of the Lord always.
Summary
The speaker explains that the barrier to dwelling in God's presence—the 'most holy place'—is our own self-will, which he equates with 'the flesh.' He draws parallels from Jesus' life, arguing that Christ demonstrated perfect submission to the Father's will throughout his entire earthly ministry. True spirituality is characterized by a daily surrender of one's personal desires to God's will, leading to genuine rest rather than constant strain.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
What does the word flesh mean?Looking at Galatians 5:17, the flesh sets its desire against the Holy Spirit, but this does not mean the physical flesh.
The flesh as your own self-willThe flesh represents your own strong self-will, which the Holy Spirit is trying to break down so you can dwell in God's presence.
Why did Jesus come to earth?Turning to John 6:38, Jesus explains that He came from heaven not to do His own will, but the will of Him who sent Him.John 6:38
Summarizing thirty-three and a half yearsJesus's entire earthly life can be summarized in His rejection of His own human will in favor of the Father's will.
Saying no to your own willThe most spiritual statement a person can make to Jesus is to declare that they never want to do their own will again.
A relaxed life of restLiving by the Father's will does not cause tension or strain; it was the most relaxed life Jesus lived and brings rest to our souls.
