CFC Daily Devotions - Zac Poonen
Excerpt from the message: A Disciplined Life - Zac Poonen
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Summary
The central message is the importance of being disciplined in the use of time, as time is a finite resource that cannot be recovered even by God. The speaker urges listeners to make the most of their 24 hours by intentionally setting aside time for Bible study, using the analogy of gathering up leftover fragments like the loaves and fishes. This disciplined use of time is presented as a way to grow spiritually and be equipped to share God's word with others.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Walking in wisdom by making the most of your timeBelievers are exhorted to be careful how they walk in evil days, making the most of their time because the days are evil.Ephesians 5:15–16
We are all equal in having 24 hours a dayPeople differ in gifts, intelligence, and money, but everyone has exactly 24 hours in a day to use wisely or waste.
Time once wasted can never be given backEven Almighty God cannot give back wasted days or restore the accomplishments that could have been achieved for Christ.
Yielding your life to God for the new yearRecognizing the price Christ paid, believers should pray for God to do something meaningful with their lives and help them make the most of each day.
Discipline in time does not exclude restMaking the most of your time does not mean praying or reading the Bible constantly, as sleep, relaxation, and picnics are also essential.
God is against wastageAfter feeding the 5,000 with an abundance of bread and fish, Jesus told the disciples to gather the leftover fragments so nothing would be lost.
Becoming a Bible scholar by using fragments of timeBy gathering small fragments of time during the day, believers can study the New Testament verse by verse and make remarkable spiritual progress.
Commiting 15 minutes a day to Bible studySpending just 15 minutes a day in solid Bible study helps hide God's word in your heart to keep you from sin and encourage others.
CFC Daily Devotions - Zac Poonen
Excerpt from the message: A Disciplined Life - Zac Poonen
To listen to the complete message click here : https://www.cfcindia.com/sermon/a-disciplined-life
Visit our website for more information: https://www.cfcindia.com
Summary
The central message is the importance of being disciplined in the use of time, as time is a finite resource that cannot be recovered even by God. The speaker urges listeners to make the most of their 24 hours by intentionally setting aside time for Bible study, using the analogy of gathering up leftover fragments like the loaves and fishes. This disciplined use of time is presented as a way to grow spiritually and be equipped to share God's word with others.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Walking in wisdom by making the most of your timeBelievers are exhorted to be careful how they walk in evil days, making the most of their time because the days are evil.Ephesians 5:15–16
We are all equal in having 24 hours a dayPeople differ in gifts, intelligence, and money, but everyone has exactly 24 hours in a day to use wisely or waste.
Time once wasted can never be given backEven Almighty God cannot give back wasted days or restore the accomplishments that could have been achieved for Christ.
Yielding your life to God for the new yearRecognizing the price Christ paid, believers should pray for God to do something meaningful with their lives and help them make the most of each day.
Discipline in time does not exclude restMaking the most of your time does not mean praying or reading the Bible constantly, as sleep, relaxation, and picnics are also essential.
God is against wastageAfter feeding the 5,000 with an abundance of bread and fish, Jesus told the disciples to gather the leftover fragments so nothing would be lost.
Becoming a Bible scholar by using fragments of timeBy gathering small fragments of time during the day, believers can study the New Testament verse by verse and make remarkable spiritual progress.
Commiting 15 minutes a day to Bible studySpending just 15 minutes a day in solid Bible study helps hide God's word in your heart to keep you from sin and encourage others.
