COIMBATORE CONFERENCE - Session 5 - 09:00 AM to 11:30 AM | Zac Poonen.

Zac PoonenOctober 27, 20132h 31mWatch on YouTube

This is a live broadcast of the Coimbatore Conference (with Tamil Translation) - from Christian Fellowship Church, Coimbatore on 27th October 2013. Theme : Building Godly families and the Church

Summary

The central message emphasizes that genuine worship and praise must stem from a deep, personal reason or experience. The speaker uses examples from scripture, such as the descendants of Korah and Mary, to illustrate that true devotion is rooted in recognizing one's own sinfulness and the immense grace received through Jesus Christ. Ultimately, the reason for loving Jesus is the realization of His sacrificial love, which makes all other earthly possessions insignificant.

Outline

The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.

Opening songs of praiseThe session begins with congregational singing, expressing joy and gratitude for God's victory and the salvation found in Jesus.

The necessity of a reason to praiseGod does not desire empty praise; true worship comes when we have a specific reason based on what we have experienced from Him.

The importance of starting the day with GodTalking to Jesus first thing in the morning is the best way to begin a day and sets the foundation for true fellowship.

God chooses the humble over the prestigiousGod intentionally chooses the poor and lowly of the world to be rich in faith, rather than those with high social status or education.

Pride prevents receiving God's graceBoasting about family heritage or education creates a pride that causes God to oppose such people and withholds His grace.

The two opposing spirits: Pride vs. HumilityThere are two operating spirits: the spirit of the devil which seeks to ascend in pride, and the spirit of Christ who descended in humility.

The importance of a small, obedient churchA small church where everyone obeys God is more valuable than a large one where people are disobedely following their own desires.

God tests us in the small thingsUsing the example of Saul, the speaker explains that God is more interested in obedience than in religious sacrifices or excuses.

Moving beyond thanksgiving to praiseThe final stage of spiritual maturity is moving past asking for things or even thanking God for what He has done, to simply praising Him for who He is.

Praising God when prayers are not answeredEven when God does not answer specific prayers regarding sickness or family problems, He remains holy and almighty. Praising Him in these difficult circumstances is more glorifying to God than praising Him when everything is going well.

The progression from praise to worshipTrue worship involves moving beyond simple thanksgiving to a state of bowing down before God, declaring that we need nothing on earth but Him.

God's purpose in allowing trials to humble usGod allows hardships and losses to bring down human pride and ensure that our blessings do not lead us into self-importance. He uses various ways of communicating to guide us back to humility.

Seeking God's correction for our prideThe speaker reflects on how God uses shame or even difficult situations to reveal our hidden pride and greed, leading us back to repentance.

The unconditional command to honor parentsDrawing from Ephesians, the speaker argues that while there are reasons for conditional obedience in other areas, honoring parents has no exceptions, even if they are flawed or abusive.

Living a life of godliness and contentmentThe speaker concludes by encouraging believers to focus on godliness rather than material luxuries like appliances, finding true satisfaction in God's provision.

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