Session - 9 : Kakinada Conference - 2016

January 31, 20161h 49mWatch on YouTube

Watch the Live broadcast of the Kakinada Conference: Session - 10 Theme: "Let us acknowledge the LORD; let us press on to acknowledge him." - Hosea 6:3. Dates: From 29th Jan, 2016 to 31st Jan, 2016 For more videos, please visit www.cfcindia.com

Summary

The message emphasizes the necessity of knowing the Lord and pressing on to know Him, drawing parallels between John 17:3 and Hosea 6:3. The speaker stresses that true spiritual transformation requires cleansing the heart from sin before the Holy Spirit can indwell, contrasting this with the external miracles performed in the Old Testament. He warns against false prophets, advising the congregation to judge spiritual leaders not by their gifts or eloquence, but by whether they genuinely shepherd and serve the flock, as described in Psalm 23.

Outline

The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.

Introductory music and greetingsThe session opens with musical accompaniment and various vocal greetings to brothers and sisters.

Transition into the sessionA brief musical transition occurs as the speaker prepares to begin the formal address.

Meeting announcementsThe speaker mentions a meeting occurring in January.

Christ in the vesselWith Christ present in our lives, we can face life's storms with a smile.

The purpose of knowing GodTrue eternal life is found in pressing on to know the Lord and understanding His sacrificial love through Jesus.

Warning against false prophetsWe must be wary of leaders who use the correct doctrine as clothing to exploit others for their own gain.

Beware of false prophets and magic showsDo not be fooled by preachers who use impressive gifts or miracles like a magic show to deceive people. True ministry is not about performing tricks but about the character of the person.

Following the pattern of Christ and PaulA true servant of God should be someone whose life is worth imitating, just as Paul invited others to follow his example because he was following Christ.Philippians 3:17

Testing spirits by comparing them to JesusWe must test whether modern preachers are from God by seeing if they do the opposite of Jesus, such as making people fall down instead of helping them stand up. We should study the Gospels to avoid being deceived.

The sufficiency of the BibleUsing the story of Lazarus and Abraham, the speaker explains that we do not need heavenly visions or angels to know God because the Bible provides all the truth we need.

Praying for God's natureTrue eternal life is participating in God's divine nature, so believers should prioritize praying for the Holy Spirit to fill them over seeking gifts like healing or preaching.

Living like heaven on earthWhen the Holy Spirit fills a person, their life and home can reflect the peace of heaven rather than the conflict of hell, provided we seek God with all our hearts.Deuteronomy 11:21

Be quick to pull out the thorns of sinWhen you realize you have sinned or spoken wrongly, confess it to God and apologize to others immediately. Developing this habit of instant repentance leads to a life more like Jesus and brings joy to your heart.

The household of God must judge itself firstAccording to 1 Peter 4:7, judgment begins in the household of God. Unlike Adam, who blamed his wife for his sin, true children of God should take responsibility for their own actions.

Preparing for the final judgmentSince it is appointed for man to die once and then face judgment, we should strive to have a clean record by confessing sins and seeking forgiveness now. This ensures that when we meet Jesus, we do so with a clear conscience.Hebrews 9:27

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