19 April 2020 - During This Time, Let Patience Do A Perfect Work In You - Zac Poonen
19th April 2020 - Sunday Church Service - CFC Bangalore. For more sermons please visit https://www.cfcindia.com
Summary
The sermon focuses on the theme of patience, drawing from the scripture passage 1 Peter 1:7, which states that trials are designed to test our faith. The central message is that during these times of testing, we must allow patience to work perfectly within us as we await the Lord's coming. The speaker encourages the congregation to be equipped with grace and peace to face the coming days.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Let patience do a perfect work in youAs the Lord's coming draws near, trials are used by God to test and prepare us to face days with grace and peace.1 Peter 1:7
God's ultimate purpose in all thingsGod causes all things to work together for good for those who love Him and whose lives are aligned with His purpose.Romans 8:28–29
Considering trials with joyThe book of James instructs believers to consider it all joy when encountering various trials, serving as a midterm examination of our spiritual state.
Rejoicing in the unchanging LordBelievers are commanded to find their joy in the Lord rather than in fluctuating circumstances or material possessions.Philippians 4:4
Allowing patience to produce enduranceTrials test our faith and produce endurance so that we may become mature and complete, lacking in nothing.James 1:3–4
God remembered Noah in the arkJust as God cared for Noah inside the ark during a global judgment, the church serves as a safe place today and God remembers His people.
True love is patient and kindGenuine biblical love is characterized by patience and kindness rather than mere external actions, especially when living closely with others in tight situations.1 Corinthians 13:3–4
Being content with what you haveBelievers are exhorted to be content with their current provision because God has promised never to leave or forsake them.Hebrews 13:5–6
God at work within usGod is actively working inside believers through the Holy Spirit to give them the desire and the strength to do His good pleasure.Philippians 2:13
Doing everything without grumblingBelievers are given the daily homework to live without grumbling, complaining, or disputing, proving themselves blameless children of God.
