NCCF Church Sharing - December 22, 2019

December 27, 201923mWatch on YouTube

Speaker: Church Title: Church Sharing Date: 12-22-2019 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)

Summary

The central message is that Christian life is a continuous, team-based race requiring daily effort to reflect Christ. Drawing from Revelation 22 and 1 Corinthians 9, the speaker emphasizes that believers must actively practice righteousness and maintain holiness daily, rather than being content with past declarations of grace. This requires constant self-examination in all areas of life, including speech and media consumption.

Outline

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

What does 'I am coming quickly' mean for us?Looking back on wasted time and personal failings creates a deep desire to use every remaining moment to thank God and live for Him.Revelation 22:12

Making the most of every opportunityBecause God can call us home at any moment, we must redeem our time and do everything for the glory of God with passion and total surrender.Colossians 4:5

My life is His alone foreverA life fully surrendered sings of being a sinner saved by grace, running the race without holding onto one's own will.

The Christian walk is a team sportUnlike earthly races with only one winner, every believer from any background can run fast, finish well, and share in the victory stand.1 Corinthians 9:24

Practicing righteousness and keeping ourselves holyProclaiming salvation must be proven by daily actions—practicing righteousness and continuously keeping oneself holy.Revelation 22:11

Washing our robes dailyBelievers must examine themselves continuously, guarding their tongues, eyes, and thoughts with God's help to remain worthy of the reward.

Why is Jesus slow to come?The Lord's apparent delay is actually His long-suffering patience, giving space for people to come to salvation while He continues working in us.

The greatest reward is Christ HimselfThe ultimate reward given to us is not perishable like a medal, but the Holy Spirit, the pearl of great value, and eternal nearness to Jesus.Luke 11:13Matthew 13:46

Doing the work of the SpiritTo receive this reward, we must seek God with all our hearts, work out our salvation, and build our lives firmly on His word.Jeremiah 29:13

What is your reaction to 'I am coming quickly'?If hearing that Jesus is returning brings fear or reluctance rather than joy, it reveals if there is something in this world we love more than Him.

Apostle John's response to Jesus' comingJohn's joyful response of 'Amen, come Lord Jesus' models the eager expectation and excitement believers should have.

Cast your crowns before the throneWhen we face accusations from our own minds, we remember that any spiritual fruit or reward we receive is entirely by God's grace, so He alone receives all the glory.

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