8. Be Faithful To Our God - Given Vision - Bangalore Conference - 2014
This is live broadcast of the Bangalore Conference at Christian Fellowship Church, Bangalore from 2nd Oct to 4th October 2014.
Summary
The speaker reflects on Deuteronomy 8, focusing on God leading Israel through the wilderness for 40 years to teach them that life comes from God's word, not material provision. He emphasizes that while the church has proclaimed that seeking the Kingdom first meets earthly needs, God's provision has gone far beyond mere survival, pointing to God's faithfulness through the community's history.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Celebrating our redemption in ChristThe speaker begins with a song of praise, focusing on being redeemed by the blood of the Lamb and through God's mercy.
Acknowledging God's faithfulness in every wayThrough song, the speaker declares that God is a faithful provider and a shelter through storms.
Reflecting on God's provision and testing in the wildernessThe speaker turns to Deuteronomy 8 to discuss how God used the wilderness to humble and test His people, providing for their needs without promising worldly wealth.
Reflecting on God's provision through the yearsThe speaker recounts how the church started with very little material wealth but has been prospered by God, emphasizing that physical comfort should not change our heart for God.
The danger of forgetting God in times of abundanceAs people become satisfied with material wealth and comfortable lives, there is a significant risk of becoming proud and losing the grace and spiritual fervor found in the early days.
Staying in the center of God's willUsing historical examples like Martin Luther and John Wesley, the speaker illustrates that true protection and impact come from remaining within God's will, even amidst great pressure or opposition.
The power of radical gospel preachingUsing the example of William Booth, the speaker describes how bold, unconventional methods were used to reach the lost and impact society.
The history of revival and its subsequent corruptionThe speaker recounts how early Pentecostal movements in India were marked by genuine spiritual power among the poor, but eventually suffered division due to greed.
Seeking the ancient paths of faithDrawing from Jeremiah, the speaker urges believers to reject modern distractions and return to the 'ancient paths' walked by the apostles.Jeremiah 6:16–19
The danger of losing fellowship through prideThe speaker reflects on a time when God asked if he would continue to proclaim the truth even if left alone, warning that those who seek human honor often end up isolated and without fellowship.
Three warnings from the book of JudeUsing the book of Jude, the speaker identifies three spiritual dangers: the way of Cain (jealousy and false accusation), the error of Balaam (greed), and the rebellion of Korah (disrespect for God's authority).
Pursuing a righteousness of qualityThe speaker explains that true righteousness exceeds the Pharisees not in quantity of prayer or fasting, but in the quality of overcoming sins like anger and lust.
Learning to please Jesus ChristThe speaker expresses a desire for a generation that ignores the opinions of men to focus solely on pleasing Jesus Christ.
All authority is given to JesusBased on Matthew 28, the speaker asserts that because all authority in heaven and earth belongs to Christ, believers can go and make disciples without fear.Matthew 28:18
Being nailed to the crossThe speaker shares a challenge from a friend about the need to remain permanently committed to the cross rather than repeatedly getting on and off it.
