UK Conference : Humility And Self Judgement - Zac Poonen
This is the live streaming of the London conference with the theme - New Covenant Promises & Commandments. Speaker : Zac Poonen.
Summary
The central message emphasizes that humility is a divine law, illustrated by how water naturally flows to the lowest point. True humility, however, is distinct from having a low self-estimate; it means recognizing one's true identity in Christ without becoming proud. The speaker urges listeners to adopt the attitude of Jesus—one of service and equality—and to remember that salvation is for sinners, not for those who believe they are superior.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
God gives grace to the humbleHumility operates on a spiritual law similar to gravity where God naturally gives grace to the low and humble person.
Having the attitude of ChristBelievers are instructed to live by the single verse of having the same attitude in themselves that Christ Jesus had in every area of life.Philippians 2:5
The three steps of Christ's humilityJesus took three distinct steps of humility by going from being God to becoming a man, from a man to becoming a slave, and from a slave to dying the shameful death of a criminal on a cross.
The spiritual progression of the Apostle PaulAs the Apostle Paul grew closer to God over his life, his self-estimation decreased from being the least of the apostles to the greatest of sinners.
God resists the proudGod does not merely ignore pride but actively resists the proud, meaning a believer cannot receive New Covenant grace and victory over sin while harboring pride.
Judgment must begin in the household of GodThe true family of God is built upon people who learn to judge themselves first instead of blaming others like Adam did in the garden.1 Peter 4:17
Learning from the thief on the crossUnlike Adam who blamed his wife, the repentant thief on the cross entered paradise because he took complete blame and judged himself.
Praying for God to search the heartBelievers should echo David's prayer asking God to search their inner life and reveal anything that hurts Him or causes Him sadness.Psalm 139:23–24
Ministry accomplishments do not guarantee God's approvalMany people who perform miracles and cast out demons in Jesus' name will be rejected because unconfessed sin remained in their lives.Matthew 7:22
Ordinary acts of kindness count before GodThose who lack great ministry gifts but show love by visiting and encouraging the sick are accepted into God's kingdom.Matthew 25:31–34
Evaluate life by goodness rather than giftsBelievers should never evaluate themselves by their public ministry or spiritual gifts, but by how kindly and faithfully they treat those around them.
