21st Nov 2019 - Bangalore Conference - Session 1 - Preserving Reverence For God In Church - Bro. Zac
21st Nov 2019 - Session 1 - Bangalore Conference 2019. 11am to 12:30pm IST. For more sermons please visit https://www.cfcindia.com/
Summary
The speaker emphasizes that preserving reverence for God in the church, especially among preachers, requires a deep fear of God. He quotes 1 Peter 4:11, urging everyone who speaks to speak as if God Himself is in the pulpit. True ministry, exemplified by the Apostle Paul, requires humility and a focus on God's message rather than personal eloquence or authority.
Outline
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The serious responsibility of preaching God's WordPreaching is a weighty task that demands a deep fear of God, as losing this holy reverence causes churches to decline.
Speaking as the very utterances of GodAnyone who speaks in the church must do so with utter seriousness, acting as an instrument through whom God Himself speaks.1 Peter 4:11
The example of the Apostle PaulPaul preached in weakness, fear, and much trembling, relying completely on the Holy Spirit rather than human wisdom or impressive speech.
Jesus' warnings about deceptionIn the last days, many will be deceived by false prophets and a widespread cooling of love for God caused by rampant lawlessness.Matthew 24:3–12
Two conditions for spiritual protectionTo escape deluding influences sent by God, believers must actively love the truth and possess a genuine desire to be saved from all sin.2 Thessalonians 2:10–11
Enduring to the end against compromiseBelievers must fight the downward spiritual drift and keep the fire of their love for Jesus burning, regardless of how many others grow cold.
Jesus' love for the Father as our supreme exampleJesus went to the cross primarily out of obedience and love for the Father, setting the standard for how believers should love God.John 14:30–31
The danger of losing your first loveEven in a church with correct doctrine and dedicated service, losing simple devotion to Christ results in the Lord removing His presence.Revelation 2:2–5
Great forgiveness produces great loveRecognizing the deep corruption of our own flesh and the magnitude of God's forgiveness fuels a passionate, ongoing love for Jesus.
Guarding against the perils of the last daysBelievers must avoid superficial religion and ungodly associations, choosing instead to humble themselves and fellowship with those who love Christ fervently.2 Timothy 3:1–5
