22nd March 2020 - Knowing God, Our Father, Our Forerunner And Our Helper - Zac Poonen
Summary
The message emphasizes the importance of knowing God as Father, Jesus as Forerunner, and the Holy Spirit as Helper, especially in the last days. It warns that the Antichrist's influence will lead people away from the New Covenant, which promises deliverance from sin, not just forgiveness. True Christian life means living moment-by-moment by the Word of God, like a branch constantly receiving sap from the tree.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
The danger of the last days and the New CovenantThe speaker warns about the rise of the Antichrist and godlessness in Christendom resulting from the rejection of the New Covenant.Daniel 11:32
Those who know their God will be strongBelievers must overcome the devil's condemnation by resting fully in the justification provided by the blood of Christ.Daniel 11:32
Listening to God morning by morningLike a disciple, believers should look to God to speak to them daily and sustain them through every trial without fear.
What is eternal life?Eternal life is defined as knowing the only true God and Jesus Christ whom He has sent.John 17:3
Knowing God as our FatherJesus came to earth to explain the Father to us, showing a God who Stoops to serve and care for His children completely.John 1:18
Knowing Jesus as our forerunnerBelievers must study the Gospels and the humanity of Jesus to follow Him as the pioneer who has gone ahead into the future.Hebrews 6:20
Knowing the Holy Spirit as our helperThe Holy Spirit dwells within believers to give them constant victory, fill them continuously, and eliminate anxiety.John 14:16
Trusting a Father who cares for the smallest detailsBecause God numbers the hairs on our head and cares for sparrows, believers can reject panic and anxiety entirely.
All things work together for goodThough we cannot explain every trial, those who love God have the absolute promise that everything works for their ultimate spiritual good.Romans 8:28
Two simple rules: keep a clear conscience and go downThe speaker concludes by urging believers to immediately confess sin and always choose the pathway of humility.
