Death To Self And The Resurrected Life - Zac Poonen
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Summary
The sermon explains that while God originally intended for humanity to rule over creation, sin corrupted this authority, leading to the curse on the ground and humanity's death. Christ's death on the cross removed this curse, restoring humanity's spirit to a state free from sin. The speaker emphasizes that living in the light of God's protection is crucial, as allowing darkness—even through unforgiveness or unrighteous actions—can bring spiritual problems, and Jesus' sacrifice opened access to God's presence, symbolized by the tearing of the temple veil.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
What was God's original purpose for man?God created man in His image with the explicit purpose that man should rule over all creation as His representative.Genesis 1:26
How did the fall bring a curse upon mankind?When Adam sinned, God cursed the ground from which man's body was made, introducing sickness, thistles, and ultimately physical death.Genesis 3:17
The seriousness of even one sinAll the confusion, chaos, and death in the world today stem from the single sin committed by Adam, showing that even one sin is extremely serious.
The tabernacle and the rent veilThe most holy place in the tabernacle was blocked by a thick veil until Jesus died, at which point God tore it from top to bottom to open access to Himself.
Cleansing from conscious and unconscious sinWe receive forgiveness for known sins through confession, while the blood of Jesus continually cleanses us from unconscious sin as we walk in the light.1 John 1:9
The veil as the daily surrender of our own willThe torn veil symbolizes Jesus' flesh and His daily refusal to do His own will, providing an example for us to take up our cross daily.John 6:38
Crucifying the flesh with its passions and desiresThose who belong to Christ maintain a daily attitude of treating their old man and self-will as crucified, much like staying faithfully married for life.Galatians 5:24
Righteousness, peace, and joy in the kingdom of GodThe kingdom of God consists of righteousness defined as loving God and others, peace in every circumstance, and fullness of joy found in God's presence.Romans 14:17
There is no resurrection without deathTrue resurrection power is only experienced when a person undergoes a genuine, complete death to self rather than playing at spiritual death.
Paul's passion to know Christ and the power of His resurrectionPaul considered all his past accomplishments and human righteousness as rubbish so that he might gain Christ, know Him deeply, and experience the power of His resurrection.
If God is for us, who can be against us?Because God gave His greatest gift in Jesus Christ, He will freely provide everything we need, ensuring that nothing can separate us from His love.
Working out our salvation without grumbling or disputingAs God works in us to desire and do His will, we must work it out by doing everything without murmuring, complaining, or disputing.
Restoring family relationships in the last daysIn the spirit of Elijah, God desires to restore the hearts of fathers to their children by prioritizing godly family leadership above all else.
