13. Quality Not Quantity - Inner Life Before Outer Life - Zac Poonen

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Speaker: Zac Poonen Title: 13. Quality Not Quantity - Inner Life Before Outer Life Series: The Glory Of The New Covenant Date: 03-24-2019 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)

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The central message is that the New Covenant emphasizes internal righteousness and quality over the Old Covenant's focus on external actions and quantity. Jesus taught that true righteousness comes from the heart—addressing root issues like anger and lust—rather than merely following external rules. This principle applies to all areas, including prayer, fasting, and giving, where the motive and quality of action are paramount.

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Everything got switched from external to internalWhile the Old Covenant focused on external sacrifices, temples, and commandments, the New Covenant shifts the focus entirely to internal thoughts, attitudes, and motives.

Surpassing righteousness in quality, not quantityWhen Jesus said our righteousness must surpass that of the Pharisees, he meant a difference in quality of life rather than doing more of the same external acts.

Dealing with the root of anger instead of just murderInstead of merely saying 'do not commit murder' on the outside, Jesus deals with the root issue of inner anger in the heart.

Truth in the inward parts and quality in givingTruth is no longer just about swearing oaths in court, and giving money is measured by why and how you give rather than public quantity.

Prayer is about quality and constant communionPrayer is not about measuring hours to impress others, but about unceasing communion with God, much like breathing or keeping a walkie-talkie always on.

Listening to God rather than giving a shopping listPrayer should involve listening to God far more than talking to Him, just as a disciple listens to a superior teacher rather than doing all the talking.

Waking up to listen like a discipleFollowing the prophetic example of Jesus, our ears should be awakened every morning by the Father so we can listen to Him throughout the day.

Evaluation at the judgment seat of ChristAt the final judgment, God will expose the things done in secret and the hidden motives behind our actions, proving why the inner life matters most.1 Corinthians 4:5

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13. Quality Not Quantity - Inner Life Before Outer Life - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · March 25, 2019 · 23m

Freedom from sin Following Jesus

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

Dealing with the root of anger instead of just murderInstead of merely saying 'do not commit murder' on the outside, Jesus deals with the root issue of inner anger in the heart.

Truth in the inward parts and quality in givingTruth is no longer just about swearing oaths in court, and giving money is measured by why and how you give rather than public quantity.

Prayer is about quality and constant communionPrayer is not about measuring hours to impress others, but about unceasing communion with God, much like breathing or keeping a walkie-talkie always on.

Waking up to listen like a discipleFollowing the prophetic example of Jesus, our ears should be awakened every morning by the Father so we can listen to Him throughout the day.

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