If We Live by the Spirit Let Us Follow the Spirit -- Santosh Poonen -- October 6, 2024
http://rlcf.church River of Life Christian Fellowship 1306 N Lincoln Avenue Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA
Summary
The speaker encourages the congregation to develop the habit of memorizing and speaking God's Word, emphasizing that this practice will be beneficial during times of uncertainty. He contrasts the prideful nature with the humble, who boast in the Lord, and discusses the Holy Spirit's call as an invitation to constantly rise up to a higher level of fullness. The core message is to embrace the continuous call of the Spirit to draw closer to Christ.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Valuing God's Word and MemorizationDeveloping the habit of memorizing and speaking scripture from childhood provides a vital foundation of faith for future uncertainties.
Humility and PraiseA key mark of humility is a genuine desire to boast in God and praise His name without self-consciousness.Psalm 34:2
The Inviting Voice of the SpiritThe Holy Spirit constantly calls believers upward to a fresh, higher spiritual condition rather than leaving them stagnant.
Redeemed from the Law to Receive the SpiritChrist redeemed us from the curse of the law so we could receive the promise of the Spirit through faith, which is the only alternative to living under the law.Galatians 3:13–14
Freedom is Not an Opportunity for the FleshTrue freedom in Christ must not be turned into an excuse for the flesh to act independently or sinfully, which places a person right back under the law.Galatians 5:13–14
The Ongoing Battle Between Spirit and FleshWalking by the Spirit means entering a real battle where the Holy Spirit wars against the sinful flesh to give victory over sin.
God's Great Desire to Fill UsGod's desire to fill believers with the Holy Spirit is as high as the heavens are above the earth, far surpassing our own human desires.
Vindicating His Holy NameGod pours out His Spirit and gives a new heart not for our sake, but to vindicate His holy name which has been profaned among the nations by our hypocritical lives.
The Evident Deeds of the FleshImmorality, impurity, idolatry, enmities, strife, jealousy, outbursts of anger, and divisions are clear proofs that the flesh is winning over the spirit.
The Fruit of the SpiritLove, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control characterize the life of someone controlled by the Holy Spirit.
Crucifying the Flesh and Following the SpiritThose who belong to Christ must daily crucify the flesh and follow the lead of the Holy Spirit rather than seeking a passive spiritual plateau.
Two Constants: Be Filled and Deny YourselfThe Christian life requires a parallel commitment to be continually filled with the Spirit and to daily deny oneself.Ephesians 5:18
Not Ashamed of the Power of the GospelThe New Covenant gospel is not merely doctrine or words, but an active power that saves us from sin, leaving us unashamed.Romans 1:16
