26th Feb 2023 - CFC Bangalore - Sunday Church Service | How Not To Be Judged At The Final Judgement
26th Feb 2023 - CFC Bangalore - Sunday Church Service | How Not To Be Judged At The Final Judgement - Zac Poonen For more sermons please visit https://www.cfcindia.com/
Summary
The sermon, though largely interspersed with worship music and prayers, focuses on the theme of divine worship and the glory of God. It emphasizes acknowledging God's lordship and greatness, recognizing that all life has breath to praise the Lord, and expressing gratitude for salvation through Jesus Christ. The message encourages the congregation to surrender themselves to God's will and to worship Him in the beauty of holiness.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Opening praise to the risen ChristThe service opens with musical declarations of the resurrection and the hope found in Jesus Christ.
Singing to the Lord a new songThe congregation engages in various hymns that ascribe glory to God's name and celebrate His salvation.
Opening prayer of adorationThe speaker leads the congregation in a prayer to still their hearts and focus on the presence and majesty of God.
A prayer of worship and surrenderThe service begins with a prayer acknowledging God's majesty, His love demonstrated through Jesus, and a desire for His Word to sanctify and strengthen the believers.
Reviewing scripture and welcoming the ministerThe congregation reviews previous memory verses from Isaiah and Psalms before introducing Zac Poonen to minister the Word.Isaiah 55:6
The importance of biblical authority over human opinionThe speaker warns against following preachers who rely on their own ideas rather than constantly quoting and referring to the Scriptures.
The increasing severity of judgmentAs we approach the end of time, sins will increase, and those who reject God's word after witnessing His miracles will face a more severe judgment than Sodom.
The danger of careless wordsEvery careless word that lacks care for the dignity of another human being will require an account on the day of an account in the day of judgment.
Speaking with grace and respect to allBecause every human possesses a conscience and the image of God, we must ensure our speech is always seasoned with grace and never rude, regardless of a person's status.
Words can lead to condemnation or justificationOur words have the power to either condemn us or justify us when we stand before God.Matthew 5:23
The vision of the final judgmentThe speaker imagines Christ reviewing a perfect video recording of our entire lives, where every action and word is displayed with undeniable accuracy.1 Corinthians 11:31
The joy of dedicating children to GodDuring a child dedication service, the speaker reflects on how parents can honor God by committing their children's lives to His service.
God's promise and the purpose of choosing a familyReflecting on God's promises to Abraham, the speaker explains that God chooses individuals so they may command their households to follow the way of righteousness.
Taking the blame for spiritual failures in our childrenRather than condemning children who wander from the faith, parents should humble themselves and examine where they may have failed to lead by example.
The dedication of children to the LordThe service concludes with a formal prayer and dedication for three young girls, asking God to protect them and lead them into a godly life.
