The Blessings Of Living Now | இந்த காலத்தில் நாம் வாழ்வதின் பாக்கியம் | Zac Poonen | Tamil
2013 Nannilam Conference Theme: What Old Covenant People Never Knew? பழைய ஏற்பாட்டில் வாழ்ந்தவர்கள் ஒருபோதும் அறிந்திடாதவைகள் Message Title: The Blessings Of Living Now - Zac Poonen இந்த காலத்தில் நாம் வாழ்வதின் பாக்கியம் Visit our website for more information: www.cfcindia.com
Summary
The speaker emphasizes the immense blessing of living in the current era, arguing that people in past times, even great prophets, could not know God as we do today. He urges the audience to be profoundly thankful for having the Bible in their language and the ability to hear and read God's word, comparing this privilege to the blessings of seeing and hearing. Ultimately, the message calls for believers to recognize their unique blessing in this time and to dedicate time to reading the Bible.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Why we are more blessed than people of ancient timesEven the great prophets of the Old Testament did not know God as closely as believers can today.
Blessed are your eyes and earsJesus declared that the eyes and ears of His disciples were blessed because they could see and hear things that ancient prophets desired to experience.Matthew 13:16–17
Living in a time with the Bible in our languagePeople living 150 years ago in Tamil Nadu or India would not have had a Bible in their language and might have lived and died in ignorance.
Thankfulness for God's written bookDespite various difficulties and life's problems, we must be deeply thankful to possess the one book that God has written out of all the crores of books in the world.
Making time to read God's Word dailyEven with a busy schedule of work and family, everyone can spare at least one hour a day to read the Bible.
More blessed than Moses and ElijahWe must teach our children that they are more blessed than Old Testament figures like Moses and Elijah because we have full access to God's Word.
Comparing our modern privileges with Jesus' earthly lifeJesus walked everywhere and did not have a personal Bible in His house or a printed copy as we do today.
Studying the Bible to overcome SatanSpending years studying the Bible consistently is what makes a believer's life strong and helps them overcome Satan.
Starting to read the Bible every dayBelievers must make a commitment to read the Bible daily, even if it is just a few verses or takes five minutes.
Longing for the Word like newborn babiesJust as a healthy newborn baby naturally cries out for milk when hungry, a spiritually healthy person longs for the Word of God.
Healthy children cry; sick children stay silentA sick or premature baby may never cry for food, just as a spiritually sick Christian has no appetite for Scripture.
God's Word as a lamp to our feetWhen we are in darkness and confused about life decisions, God's Word acts as a light on our path and a lamp to our feet.
Being guided by God's Word in major life decisionsGod uses His Word to guide believers in major life choices, such as where to live or whom to marry, protecting them from making mistakes.
Overcoming the evil one through the WordYoung men and believers can overcome the evil one because the Word of God abides in them.
Not being afraid of Satan or witchcraftBelievers do not need to be afraid of Satan or witchcraft because the One living inside us is greater than the one in the world.
God is never against youJust as human parents discipline their children out of love, God is never against His children; He hates sin because it destroys us, just as a parent hates a fever.
How much more will our heavenly Father give good giftsJust as earthly fathers know how to give good gifts to their children, our Father in heaven gives good things to those who ask Him.Matthew 7:11
Why God sometimes withholds what we askJust as a father keeps dangerous objects like knives or money away from a toddler, God sometimes withholds things that would ultimately harm us.
A businessman's story: when trials bring us back to GodA businessman who drifted away from God due to a successful business was brought back to dependence on Him through a severe family crisis.
Calling God 'Daddy' and resting in His careBelievers have the incredible privilege of calling God 'Daddy' in prayer, trusting that He knows what is best and accepting life's trials without complaining.
A lifelong rule: no Bible, no foodThe speaker encourages making a firm rule in life: if you do not read the Bible, do not eat your food.
