GOD SHOWS US HIS WAY | 6.Being Weak As Jesus Was | Zac Poonen | Tamil
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Summary
The speaker explains that understanding God's way is impossible through natural reason, and the power received from the Holy Spirit is not characterized by external manifestations like miracles or loud displays. True power, according to Jesus, is known by the fruit it bears internally, contrasting this with the external power sought by the world and even some Christians. The example of Paul in Corinth illustrates that true spiritual stature is not based on outward appearance or eloquence.
Outline
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What is true spiritual power?People often look for external power like Samson or miraculous signs, but New Testament power is inward and distinct from what the world seeks.
The danger of pride and outward showThe Corinthians despised the apostle Paul because of his unimpressive physical appearance, preferring worldly status over spiritual maturity.
Jesus chose weakness on the crossJesus possessed the power to summon legions of angels to defend Himself, but He chose weakness and refused to use His power for His own selfish gain.
Distinguishing true servants of God from false onesSatan retains his power even after losing his anointing, and many preachers misuse spiritual gifts for personal enrichment, failing to distinguish between grace and raw power.
God sends us as sheep among wolvesJesus pictures His disciples not as powerful wolves or forceful fighters, but as helpless lambs who do not bare their teeth when attacked.
Three vital pieces of godly adviceDrawing from decades of experience, the speaker shares foundational counsel: take needs only to God, live a very simple life, and never fight back when attacked.
Following Christ's example of suffering silentlyWhen reviled or beaten, Jesus uttered no threats and prayed for His persecutors, leaving an example for believers to follow in His steps.1 Peter 2:21
We are the apple of God's eyeJust as the eye is entirely helpless when touched while the hand reacts, believers must leave vengeance to God while forgiving horizontal offenses.
God never tests us beyond our abilityJust as a father would not give a heavy burden to a small child, God carefully measures the weight of trials we carry to build our spiritual strength.
The helpless widow as a picture of the churchJesus used the illustration of a helpless widow pleading with an unrighteous judge to show that the church must depend entirely on God's strength rather than human might.
Entrusting yourself to the righteous JudgeInstead of complaining about minor mistreatment or fighting back, believers should continually entrust themselves to God, who judges righteously and defends His children.
