Alfred Cookman (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- August 23, 2023

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Audiobook Live recordings from RLCF Family Prayer Meetings during which Santosh Poonen shares Christian biographies adapted for children Based loosely on the chapter from the book, "They Knew Their God" by Harvey, Harvey & Hey ----- http://rlcf.church River of Life Christian Fellowship 1306 N Lincoln Avenue Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA

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The sermon recounts the life of Alfred Cookman, emphasizing that his entire life was centered around the cross of Jesus. It highlights that Cookman's spiritual awakening occurred at a very young age, leading him to dedicate his life to Christ. The message encourages listeners to be sensitive to the Holy Spirit's prompting in others, especially children, and to live a life focused on Christ's sacrifice.

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Washed in the blood of the LambAlfred cookman's life was so centered around the cross of Jesus that someone later said to draw a three-foot circle around the cross to find everything that was of him.

A godly heritage and early conversionAlfred was dedicated to God by his parents and experienced a spiritual awakening at age seven during an all-night prayer meeting.

Finding salvation at age elevenAt an 11-year-old meeting, an elder named James Hamilton gently guided Alfred to put his faith in Jesus as his Savior.

Serving others in youth and family tragedyAlfred started a prayer meeting for boys, stayed behind to help his mother when his father was lost at sea, and engaged in early ministry to the poor.

The call to complete sanctificationAs Alfred began his ministry at age 18, his mother urged him to be completely sanctified, leading him to desire complete holiness.

Placing his life on the altarAlfred gave himself completely to Christ, realizing that the altar which is Christ makes the offering pure.

Compromise and the infinitely Holy SpiritAlfred's experience of the Holy Spirit was polluted when he engaged in foolish conversation at a church conference, grieving the infinitely Holy Spirit.

Returning to full salvation and breaking habitsDuring a revival, Alfred confronted personal struggles like using tobacco and returned to the simple faith and complete consecration of full salvation.

A devoted family man and faithful ministerDespite tiring responsibilities, Alfred prioritized his family, loved his children deeply, and took time for intense prayer.

Standing against slavery and preaching the gospelAlfred preached against slavery before the Civil War and served on the front lines distributing Bibles and preaching to soldiers.Isaiah 8:12–13

Preaching his last sermon and facing severe sufferingAt age 44, Alfred preached his final sermon comparing himself to a fading leaf, and later endured intense physical suffering from rheumatism.Isaiah 64:6

Entering glory washed in the bloodDuring his final illness, Alfred had visions of heaven and constantly testified that he was washed in the blood of the Lamb before passing away.

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