Zac Poonen - The Way To Growth In Christlikeness - 9

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Speaker: Zac Poonen Title: The Way To Growth In Christlikeness - 9 Date: July 26, 2020 Our Goal as Christians is this: To be an exact reflection of Jesus, the Son of God (Romans 8:29) We do this individually by growing in purity in our personal lives (1 John 3:2-3) We do this corporately by becoming fully functioning members of a local Church (Ephesians 4:11-16)

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The sermon explores achieving Christlikeness by examining Jesus' teachings in the Sermon on the Mount, contrasting the spirit of Christ with the spirit of self-life. A major focus is on the relationship between money, love, and spiritual focus, emphasizing that one's true treasure—whether in money or in God—will determine where the heart and mind are fixed. The speaker stresses that faithfulness in managing earthly resources, like money, is a prerequisite for receiving the true riches of the Holy Spirit and likeness to Christ.

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What does Jesus mean by hating money?Just as Jesus used strong language about plucking out the eye or hating family to mean our love for Him must eclipse all else, our occupation with money must disappear in the light of our love for God.

Working for our living as an order from GodScripture teaches that everyone should be willing to work to earn their living rather than living idly, noting that every person Jesus called into ministry was a working person.2 Thessalonians 3:10–11

Being faithful with what God has entrustedIn the parable of the talents, God gives different amounts to different people, but expects faithfulness from everyone regardless of whether they have five talents, two, or one.

Trading with what we are givenThe parable of the minas in Luke shows that while opportunities and abilities may vary, we are all equal in having 24 hours a day and must do business faithfully until the master returns.Luke 19:12–13

Instructions for the rich to lay up treasure in heavenThose who are rich in this world must not be conceited or fix their hope on uncertain riches, but instead put their hope in God and be generous in good works.

A warning about advertising personal needExperience shows that people who subtly advertise their need for handouts often decline spiritually, whereas true servants of God like Jesus and Paul trusted their heavenly father silently.

How the early church distributed fundsIn the early church, believers laid their money at the apostles' feet so that the elders could distribute it to the genuinely needy and prevent clever manipulation.

Keeping our eyes fixed on God aloneTrue faith means looking to God rather than depending on human sources like ravens or rich benefactors, maintaining the dignity of a child of God.

Anxiety as the eighth wrong attitudeJesus repeatedly commands us not to be anxious in the Sermon on the Mount, showing that anxiety is just as much a sin to be taken seriously as anger or lust.

Seeking first God's kingdom and righteousnessWhile worldly people eagerly chase after food, clothing, and wealth, believers are called to seek the kingdom of God—defined as righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit—trusting God to add all necessary things.

The prescription for anxiety in PhilippiansWe are commanded to be anxious for nothing, but instead to bring every specific worry to God through prayer and supplication, accompanied by thanksgiving.Philippians 4:6

The difference between concern and anxietyBeing concerned and preparing responsibly for the future—like the ant in Proverbs or parents saving for children—is correct, but agonizing with anxious worry is wrong.

The peace of God guarding our heartsWhen we take our requests to God in prayer, His peace—which surpasses all comprehension—will guard our hearts and minds from anxiety in Christ Jesus.

Living one day at a timeJesus concludes by telling us not to worry about tomorrow, because each day has enough trouble of its own and we must live as overcomers one day at a time.

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Zac Poonen - The Way To Growth In Christlikeness - 9

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

Keeping our eyes fixed on God aloneTrue faith means looking to God rather than depending on human sources like ravens or rich benefactors, maintaining the dignity of a child of God.

Anxiety as the eighth wrong attitudeJesus repeatedly commands us not to be anxious in the Sermon on the Mount, showing that anxiety is just as much a sin to be taken seriously as anger or lust.

The peace of God guarding our heartsWhen we take our requests to God in prayer, His peace—which surpasses all comprehension—will guard our hearts and minds from anxiety in Christ Jesus.

Living one day at a timeJesus concludes by telling us not to worry about tomorrow, because each day has enough trouble of its own and we must live as overcomers one day at a time.

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