The Marks Of True Faith: 4.Enduring Till The End - Zac Poonen
Summary
The speaker discusses the fourth mark of true faith: endurance, citing James 1:4 which states that patience has its perfect result so that one may be perfect and complete. He emphasizes that impatience often stems from unbelief, contrasting this with the belief that all things work together for good (Romans 8:28). The message concludes by interpreting 'pray at all times' (1 Thessalonians 5:17) not as constant, conscious prayer, but as maintaining a constant, underlying spirit of prayer, like breathing.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
What is the fourth mark of true faith?Faith brings endurance or patience, which means you never give up and ask God to make you more patient.
Why did Jesus tell the parable of the persistent widow?Jesus told this parable to show that at all times men ought to pray and never lose heart or give up.
Will the Son of Man find this type of faith on earth?Before His return, this enduring New Testament faith is going to become very rare on the earth.
Whose faith should we imitate?We should consider the conduct and the end result of the lives of those who lead us, and imitate their faith if their conduct is Christlike.Hebrews 13:7
What is the picture of the church in the parable?The church is pictured as a helpless widow asking the judge for protection and justice against her enemy.
Will God bring about justice for His elect?God will give you back all the property the devil took away if you cry out to Him day and night instead of being sluggish and satisfied.
Why did Jesus pray for Peter's faith?Jesus prayed that Peter's faith would not fail so that even when he hit rock bottom through his denial, he could be restored for a great ministry.
What should you do when you fall?Even if you fall and cannot run or walk back to God, come crawling back knowing that Jesus still loves you.
What does Peter walking on the water teach us?Peter walking on the water shows that a human being can overcome the law of sin just as Jesus did as a man.Matthew 14:25
Why did Peter begin to sink?Peter began to sink when he took his eyes away from Jesus and looked at the wind and the waves.
How do we enter into rest?Those who have faith enter into rest, ceasing from their own works and looking to Jesus regardless of criticism or praise.
