God's Promises for Hard Times -- Zac Poonen -- July 26, 2009 (Audio Only)
http://rlcf.church/gods-promises-for-hard-times River of Life Christian Fellowship 1306 N Lincoln Avenue Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA
Summary
The speaker encourages the audience to trust God's provision, noting that nothing surprises Him, as illustrated by the Israelites finding sweet water where they expected bitterness. He advises believers to recognize that current difficulties, such as financial crises, are opportunities for God to sift out unshakeable truths, warning against worshipping 'Mammon' (money) over Christ. Ultimately, we must learn from past failures and actively claim God's promises for the future.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
God always makes a provisionJust as God planted a tree in the desert long before the Israelites reached the bitter waters of Marah, He has already prepared solutions for the difficulties we face.Exodus 15:22
The shaking of things without a solid foundationGod is shaking the world to remove things that lack a solid foundation, exposing misplaced trust in money and mammon.Hebrews 12:27
Saving for the future in times of plentyWe must learn from our past mistakes instead of repeating them, taking wisdom from the ant to save during times of plenty for the difficult days ahead.
Maintaining a simple lifestyleBelievers should practice a simple lifestyle of contentment just like the Apostle Paul, avoiding unnecessary debt and living within their means.
Being a living testimony of God's faithfulnessInstead of despairing like the world, the righteous should flourish like a green tree and be a testimony that they have a heavenly Father who provides.Proverbs 11:28
Fixing hope on God instead of uncertain richesThose who have wealth must not be conceited or put their hope in uncertain riches, but instead use their resources to do good and store up a good foundation.1 Timothy 6:17
Those who honor me I will honorGod makes an eternal promise that He will honor those who choose to stand for the truth and refuse to compromise for financial gain.1 Samuel 2:30
The generous man will be prosperousGod operates on the principle that He will water and provide for those who care for and water others in their time of need.
God is faithful and provides a way of escapeGod is faithful and will never allow believers to be tested beyond what they are able to bear, always providing the grace needed to overcome.1 Corinthians 10:13
