Words of Encouragement - Olu Talabi, David Lane - February 17, 2019
http://rlcfchurch.org/words-of-encouragement River of Life Christian Fellowship 1306 N Lincoln Avenue Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA
Summary
The central message is that God is not a respecter of persons; acceptance comes from doing the will of God, not from how much one has heard or how knowledgeable they are. The speaker warns against self-righteousness and judging others, citing examples like the Roman centurion and the madman healed by Jesus. True acceptance on judgment day belongs to those who follow God's will wholeheartedly, regardless of their background or education.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Does God show partiality to anyone?God is not a respecter of persons; anyone anywhere in the world who fears God and does righteousness is accepted by Him.Romans 2:11
Do you do what you have heard?Growing up in a Christian environment or hearing spiritual things means nothing if a person does not actually do the will of God.
Why did the disciples try to stop others?The disciples tried to stop people outside their immediate circle from casting out demons, showing a self-righteous attitude that Jesus rebuked.
Can a naked madman be in the kingdom of God?Jesus healed the demon-possessed man in the region of the Gerasenes who went on to declare the compassion and mercy of God.
How are we transformed?Believers are urged not to be conformed to this world, but to be transformed by the renewing of their minds.
Is our inner man renewed daily?Even though the outer person decays, the inner man is renewed day by day through the Holy Spirit making God's word come to life.
How do we receive the mind of Christ?We receive the Spirit from God so that we may understand the things freely given to us, combining spiritual thoughts with spiritual words.
What does friendship with the world mean?Friendship with the world is hostility toward God, and God jealously desires the spirit He has made to dwell in us.James 4:4–5
