Make the Most of Your Single Years — Santosh Poonen — July 20, 2024
http://rlcf.church River of Life Christian Fellowship 1306 N Lincoln Avenue Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA
Summary
The central message is to 'redeem the time' by making the most of one's current season of life, regardless of relationship status. The speaker warns that many people mistakenly believe their life's true purpose or usefulness to God will only begin after marriage or ministry. Instead, God has a specific plan to conform the individual into the image of Christ while they are single, and this opportunity should not be wasted waiting for future circumstances.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Redeeming the time in evil daysBecause the days are evil and the world is passing away, children of God should make the most of their time instead of being caught up in the world system.Ephesians 5:16
The trap of waiting for marriage or ministryYoung people often think their life only begins when they get married or enter ministry, which causes them to miss what God wants to do in them right now.
Awake and arise from dead worksThe Holy Spirit calls believers to rise up from dead activities and religious works done for the wrong motives so that Christ can shine on them.
Understanding the will of the Lord todayInstead of waiting to discover big life decisions like marriage or a career, believers should seek God's specific will for their lives right now.
God's will revealed by the Holy SpiritNo person can tell you God's will for your life; it is hidden deep in God and can only be revealed through the Holy Spirit.1 Corinthians 2:9–12
Seeking the mind of Christ without chasing feelingsBelievers should not chase physical sensations or emotional signs, but instead desire the mind of Christ and guidance from the Holy Spirit.
Eternal life is knowing GodEternal life is not just going to heaven, but knowing God intimately and having Him guide your daily life from day one.John 17:3
Jesus lived the ultimate successful lifeJesus did not have a frantic schedule, but lived a 100 percent successful life by doing only what the Father wanted Him to do.
Coming down to do the Father's will aloneJesus did not come to earth merely to build a church or heal the sick, but specifically to do the will of Him who sent Him.John 6:38
Doing ordinary daily duties faithfullyGod's will for young people often looks very ordinary, such as doing homework, studying, or working hard with diligence.
Submitting to parents and God's timingAt age twelve, Jesus understood He must be about His Father's business, yet He returned to Nazareth and remained in subjection to His parents.
Learning to say no and starting the day listeningTo stay within God's specific circle, believers must learn to say no to outside pressures and start every day with an open ear to hear from God.
A poem on the Judgment Seat of ChristStanding before the judgment seat of Christ without yielding our will brings deep grief, while surrendering to His pattern yields no regrets.
A prayer of surrender and hunger for the SpiritThe speaker concludes by praying that everyone will yield their lives as living sacrifices, rely completely on the Holy Spirit, and finish their course with no regrets.
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