9th June 2019 - God's People And Their Homes Are To Be A Blessing
9th June 2019 - God's People And Their Homes Are To Be A Blessing
Summary
The message centers on the promise that God's people and their homes will be a blessing, drawing heavily from Ezekiel 34:26. The speaker challenges the congregation to believe that this blessing extends beyond material wealth, emphasizing that the true blessing is rooted in God's provision and the Spirit's work. He concludes by urging believers to flee from the deceptive teachings of 'Babylon' and cling to the truth of the Word of God.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
God's promise to make His people and homes a blessingGod declares in Ezekiel that He will make His people and their homes around His hill a blessing with showers of blessing.Ezekiel 34:26
The blessing of Abraham through ChristChrist redeemed us from the curse of the law so that the blessing of Abraham might come to the Gentiles through faith.
Fleeing from counterfeit Babylonian religionBelievers are warned to flee from deceptive Babylonian preachers and teachings that intoxicate the nations and draw people away from God.
The sheep know the Good Shepherd's voiceJesus explains that His sheep know His voice, follow Him, and recognize the voices of strangers whom they must flee.
Laying down our lives for the brethrenJust as Christ laid down His life for us, we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers, which is the true path of blessing.
Called to inherit a blessing through sufferingBelievers are called to be kind-hearted, humble, and to return insults with blessings, following Christ's example in suffering.
Abraham's unwavering faith in God's promiseAbraham did not waver in unbelief regarding God's promise, but grew strong in faith, giving glory to God.Romans 4:20
Surrendering our little to be broken and usedLike the loaves and fishes, when we surrender our smallness and accept personal brokenness, God can distribute His blessing through us.John 6:5
Rivers of living water flowing from the surrendered willFrom a surrendered life and altar, the Holy Spirit flows deeper like the river in Ezekiel, bringing healing and life.
