Weekend of Fellowship at Austin CFC, Nov 10 & 11, 2018 - Session 2
Theme - The Church - A Bride in All Her Glory (Eph 5:27) Session 2 – Dining with Jesus – Santosh Poonen – WOF 2018 Austin CFC
Summary
The speaker uses the story of the sons of Kora, who remained faithful after their father rebelled, to illustrate the importance of standing firm in God's authority. He emphasizes that true spiritual life requires a deep thirst for God, surpassing mere emotional satisfaction from modern culture or music. Ultimately, he directs listeners to Ephesians 5:27 and Revelation 3, urging them to desire a relationship with Jesus characterized by intimacy—a 'dinner date'—more than worldly blessings.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
The story of the sons of KorahThe speaker shares the background of the sons of Korah from Numbers, noting how they separated themselves from their father's rebellion and were later chosen to lead God's praises.
Thirsting for the living GodBelievers often struggle to thirst for God because the devil satisfies their flesh with soulish things, but true spiritual hunger leads to divine satisfaction.
Jesus and His brideTurning to Ephesians 5, the speaker highlights that Jesus wants to present to Himself a church that is holy, blameless, without spot or wrinkle.Ephesians 5:27Revelation 3:19–21
Is your Christian life a dinner date with Jesus?The Christian walk is intended to be an intimate daily dinner date with Jesus, where believers find their absolute satisfaction in Him rather than earthly comforts.
The knock at the doorLooking at the Song of Solomon, the bride is asleep in her comfort zones and PJs when her beloved knocks, illustrating how inconvenient it feels to give up worldly attachments.
Today if you hear his voiceThe speaker urges anyone feeling a tug in their heart not to harden it, warning that while hearts can become cold, today remains the day of salvation.
From servants to brideGod calls believers out of the dirt and muck of this world not merely to be His servants, but to enter into an exclusive marriage relationship with His Son.
Keeping the wedding garment pureBelievers must keep their garments free from spots and wrinkles, refusing to let daily distractions and compromises ruin their spiritual purity before Christ returns.Luke 12:35
Waiting for the MasterBelievers must stay alert with their lamps lit, keeping their spiritual ears tuned to the subtle knock of Jesus rather than getting distracted by the world.
The Father's welcomeJust like the prodigal son, believers often fear coming to God, but the Father rushes past their anxieties to celebrate with the best robe and a feast.
A table in the presence of enemiesInstead of focusing solely on getting God to remove our enemies and problems, we are invited to sit down and share a meal with Jesus right in the midst of them.
Counting all things as lossFollowing the example of Paul in Philippians, believers must count their worldly gains as rubbish so they may truly know Christ, share in His fellowship, and understand His sufferings.Philippians 3:7
The new song of the brideExamining Revelation 14, the speaker describes how Jesus wants to teach His bride a personal new song during their intimate dates together amidst earthly trials.Revelation 14:1
Attendee versus the brideThere is a difference between merely being an invited guest in heaven and being the bride of Christ who follows the bridegroom wherever He goes.
Standing at the altarThe speaker issues a final call to stand with Jesus at the altar, leaving the world behind and following Him with a pure garment.
