The Compromise of Cain - Santosh Poonen - July 31, 2017
http://rlcf.church/sermons/compromise-cain River of Life Christian Fellowship 1306 N Lincoln Avenue Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA
Summary
The speaker urges young adults to remain uncompromisingly dedicated to God, emphasizing that true worship is presenting one's body as a living and holy sacrifice, as stated in Romans 12:1. He warns against being misled by superficial religious experiences, such as elaborate music or emotional fervor, which can act like a faulty compass leading one astray from God's Word. Knowing God's Word is presented as the only reliable guide for setting the course of one's life.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
What does it mean to worship God?True worship is not merely about emotional experiences or music, but involves presenting your body as a living and holy sacrifice.
The circle test for everything in lifeEverything from songs to sermons should be tested by whether it originates from God, is fulfilled through Him, and returns glory to Him.
Recognizing compromisers within the churchCompromisers are not people of the world, but rather those who claim to be followers of God yet drift away from His will.
Contending for the faithJude shifted his letter's focus from common salvation to urging believers to contend earnestly for the faith against ungodly intruders.
What is the way of Cain?Jude warns against the way of Cain, which is characterized by religious hypocrisy, evil deeds behind a pious exterior, and a hatred of righteousness.
Why God had regard for Abel and not CainGod looks at the secret inner life and deeds rather than outward religious performances, accepting Abel's sacrifice because he laid down his life.
A better sacrifice through faithBy faith, Abel offered a better sacrifice that obtained God's testimony, contrasting with Cain who avoided self-sacrifice.Hebrews 11:4
God desires your will, not just your religious actsGod is not primarily interested in external religious offerings or sacrifices, but in a heart willing to do His will.Hebrews 10:5
Dying full versus dying emptyInstead of preserving self and dying with a full cup, believers are called to be poured out as a drink offering to God.
Attendees versus the Bride of ChristHeaven offers a distinction between merely attending the marriage supper and being part of the bride through daily self-sacrifice.
Choosing the wedding invitation over temporary pleasureIn daily choices, believers must reject temporary worldly pleasures and embrace having their name written on the Lamb's wedding invitation.
