SpiritualMake-up - Santosh Poonen - September 4, 2011
http://rlcfchurch.org/spiritual-make-up River of Life Christian Fellowship 1306 N Lincoln Avenue Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA
Summary
The speaker emphasizes the importance of approaching God's throne of grace boldly, recognizing the perfect work done in Christ. He draws parallels between the wise and foolish man/woman, arguing that God's purpose and the church's body must fully include women's roles, correcting historical misunderstandings. The talk also sets the foundation for understanding marriage by referencing the order of creation in Genesis, stressing that marriage is a sacred covenant.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Is there a parable of the wise and foolish woman?Proverbs 14:1 presents a parallel to the wise and foolish builders, stating that a wise woman builds her home while a foolish woman tears it down with her own hands.
God's creation of a suitable helper in GenesisGod recognized that Adam was alone and created Eve to be a corresponding, compatible helper, using the same concept of a helper as the Holy Spirit in the New Covenant.
Connecting instructions for women to the gospel messagePaul's instructions to women in 1 Timothy 2 directly follow his proclamation of the gospel, the one mediator Jesus Christ, and the call to live a godly life.
The power to build or tear down through clothing and modestyBelieving women are called to adorn themselves with modesty and discretion rather than costly garments, braided hair, or gold, making a claim to godliness.1 Timothy 2:9–10
Resisting the devil's distortion of beautyJust as the serpent deceived Eve in the garden, the media and world today push fake standards of beauty that lead to lust, while God calls believers to a pure standard.
Good works that glorify God instead of selfInstead of seeking the praise of men through flashy apparel, believers should let their light shine through good works so that others glorify the Father in heaven.
The hidden person of the heartQuoting 1 Peter 3, Poonen emphasizes that inner spiritual care and a gentle, quiet spirit are imperishable and of great value to God.
Rebellion as witchcraft versus the spirit of submissionAn unsubmissive attitude operates in rebellion, which the Bible likens to witchcraft, whereas a submissive spirit yields to God's transformational work.
Bearing the fruit of the Spirit through dependence on GodQualities like peace, patience, and gentleness cannot be manufactured in the flesh but are produced by the Holy Spirit when believers cry out to God in their need.Galatians 5:22
Mary's expression of love at the feet of JesusMary, known as a sinner in the town, poured out expensive perfume and her tears at Jesus' feet in a powerful display of repentance and deep affection.Luke 7:36–38
A good deed that will never be forgottenJesus declared that Mary's humble act of devotion would be remembered wherever the gospel is preached across the world.
Recognizing much forgiveness leads to true transformationThose who realize how much they have been forgiven will let that grace shape both their external presentation and the hidden adornment of their hearts.
