Austin CFC 2016 - Zac Poonen conference - Session 5 -Five Truths and Eight Confessions
- Building Fellowship And the Body of Christ - Session 5 -Five Truths and Eight Confessions
Summary
Jesus invites only those who are truly thirsty for a higher life and better fellowship, not everyone. The speaker cautions against joining churches based on suggestion rather than genuine spiritual need, and warns believers to be extremely careful with money, ensuring it is used for God's glory. Ultimately, the message emphasizes that God will hold every person accountable for their gifts, time, and resources, expecting faithful stewardship proportionate to what was given.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
1. The Blood of JesusBelievers must be completely sure that the blood of Jesus has cleansed them from their past life and that God does not hold their sins against them.
2. The Word of GodThe Bible is the only book written by the Creator for man, and treasuring it in one's heart keeps a believer from sin.
3. The Baptism in the Holy SpiritBelievers must seek to be continuously filled with the Holy Spirit daily for power to overcome sin and serve God.
4. Taking Up the Cross DailyThe Christian life requires daily denying oneself and dying to self so that the resurrection life of Jesus can be manifested.Luke 9:232 Corinthians 4:10
5. Active Fellowship with the Local Body of ChristTrue fellowship cannot be found solely on the internet or in massive crowds, but requires active participation in a local body of believers.
God the Father loves me as He loved JesusBelievers can always rejoice because God loves them with the exact same love He has for His Son.John 17:23
God has forgiven all my sinsBecause God has forgiven every past sin and chooses not to remember them, believers must never live with guilt.
God will fill me with His Holy SpiritGod is eager to give His Spirit to those who ask, equipping them to be strong enough for every task.
God has determined all my boundariesBelievers must remain content within the specific boundaries, circumstances, and gifts God has assigned to them.
God's commands are all for my goodOut of deep love, God gives commands that are entirely for the believer's benefit, so they must be obeyed.Deuteronomy 10:13
God controls all people and events that affect meBecause God sovereignly works every circumstance together for good, believers should always give thanks and never grumble.Romans 8:28
Jesus defeated Satan and freed me from his powerSatan has been disarmed through the cross, meaning believers never need to live in fear or worry about generational curses.Hebrews 2:14Hebrews 13:6
God wants to make me a blessingChrist became a curse on the cross specifically so believers could be freed to be a blessing to others.Galatians 3:13–14
