3rd May 2020 - Free From All Fear And Enduring In Love | Get Ready For Christ's Return - Zac Poonen
3rd May 2020 - Free From All Fear And Enduring In Love | Get Ready For Christ's Return - Zac Poonen Sunday Church Service - CFC Bangalore. For more sermons please visit https://www.cfcindia.com
Summary
The central message emphasizes that remaining in God's love is the means by which fear is cast out of our hearts. Drawing from 1 John 4:17-18, the speaker explains that love, when it fills the heart completely, leads to confidence, especially regarding the day of judgment. The overall theme is preparation for the future by dwelling in God's love.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Welcome and introductory worshipThe service begins with a welcome to the brothers and sisters and a series of songs celebrating the victory found in the name of Jesus.
The battle belongs to the LordThrough song, the congregation declares that even when enemies seem large, the victory and the battle belong to God.
An opening prayer of adorationThe speaker invites the congregation to bow before the Lord, casting all cares and anxieties at His feet while acknowledging Him as our rock and salvation.
A prayer of thanksgiving and trustThe speaker begins with a prayer of gratitude for God's goodness, His Word, and His presence in the church, expressing total trust in His control.
Reflecting on scripture promisesThe speaker reviews previous memory verses from the Psalms to ground the congregation in God's faithfulness and life-giving light.
Overcoming fear by looking to JesusThe speaker concludes that just as Peter sank when he looked at the waves, we will sink into fear unless we keep our eyes fixed on Jesus amidst the uncertainties of the end times.
Fear in a changing worldThe speaker observes how global crises like the coronavirus cause people to act out of fear, such as stockpiling weapons for protection.
The remedy for fear is God's loveBelievers can find safety from the shadows of fear by resting in the shadow of God's wings and His perfect love.
Overcoming anxiety with biblical commandThe speaker emphasizes that God commands us not to be anxious and that we must use common sense and obedience to authorities to live out this faith.
How to overcome anxietyBy confessing that through God's grace we can obey His commands and by bringing specific worries to Him in prayer with thanksgiving.
Using your mind to focus on the goodInstead of dwelling on anxious thoughts, use your mind to think about things that are pure, lovely, and excellent, specifically looking back at how God has helped you in the past.
The danger of love growing coldIn the last days, the increase of sin and worldly distractions may cause many believers' love for God and others to grow cold, requiring a deliberate choice to endure in fervent love.Matthew 24:12–13
Enduring in love until the endHusbands and wives are encouraged to bear with and forgive one another, as the ability to endure in love is what determines our salvation.
The difference between the wise and foolish virginsUsing the parable of the ten virgins, the speaker explains that while all had outward lamps, only the wise had extra oil in their flasks representing a hidden inner life.
Using the Word of God as a weaponThe speaker concludes by reminding believers that the Word of God is the sword of the Spirit and should be used to combat worldliness and flesh.
