Austin CFC Zac Poonen conference - Part 3 - Home and marriage

Zac PoonenJune 12, 20181h 29mWatch on YouTube

Theme – Jesus our forerunner. Part 3 of 6- Home and Marriage (Special session – 50th wedding anniversary celebration of bro. Zac and sis. Annie) June 9 & 10, 2018, Pflugerville, TX

Summary

The speaker shares personal anecdotes about his relationship with Zac Poonen, highlighting instances where Zac taught profound spiritual truths like victory over sin using scripture (Romans 6:14). The discussion emphasizes that true understanding of salvation and Christian living comes through consistent teaching and life examples. The session also touches upon the journey of faith, referencing how one can become sure of their conversion despite lifelong questioning.

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

Zac Poonen's testimony of finding assurance in God's WordZac shares how he struggled for years with assurance of salvation until a single verse in John gripped his heart and anchored his faith.

Annie Poonen's testimony of seeking God through illness and doubtAnnie recounts how a severe bout of food poisoning at age thirteen led her to take her spiritual life seriously and persistently seek the Lord until she received inner peace.

How Zac and Annie met and decided to marryZac explains how he originally believed he was called to remain single based on Jeremiah, but later received clarity through a respected mentor and found a like-minded partner in Annie.Jeremiah 16:2

Annie's perspective on trusting God for the futureAnnie shares the scriptures that sustained her faith as she prepared to marry a man stepping out in faith without a regular job or financial security.2 Corinthians 4:18

The primary rule: Marry a born-again believerZac explains that believers must not be unequally yoked with unbelievers, looking for compatibility first in spirit, then in soul and body.1 Thessalonians 5:232 Corinthians 6:141 John 3:10

Keeping emotions in proper perspectiveAnnie advises young women not to rely purely on feelings or backslidden emotions, but to ensure their walk with the Lord is right so He can guide their choice.

Putting Christ first, family second, and ministry thirdZac outlines his ordering of life priorities, explaining that a healthy family life must precede public ministry.

Annie's role in supporting the home and familyAnnie shares how she supported Zac's ministry by managing the home, creating a joyful environment for the children, and avoiding negative talk about others.

Thoughts on marriage seminars and date nightsZac reflects on how they built a strong marriage without attending marriage seminars or having date nights, relying instead on mutual submission and shared frugality.

The illustration of two hands connected to the brainZac illustrates that a harmonious marriage does not come from constant physical togetherness, but from both partners being individually connected to Christ as the head.

Tips for Christian mothers on raising childrenAnnie advises mothers to spend quality time with their kids, minimize distractions like smartphones, and focus heavily on positive training to make discipline easier.

The importance of prayer and grounding children in ScriptureZac emphasizes that prayer is essential in parenting, and shares how they taught their children doctrine and God's Word interactively.

Cake cutting and closing prayerThe conference participants celebrate the couple's 50th wedding anniversary with a cake-cutting tradition, followed by testimonies and a closing prayer of thanksgiving.

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Austin CFC Zac Poonen conference - Part 3 - Home and marriage

Zac Poonen · June 12, 2018 · 1h 29m

Victory Becoming like Him

Theme – Jesus our forerunner. Part 3 of 6- Home and Marriage (Special session – 50th wedding anniversary celebration of bro. Zac and sis. Annie) June 9 & 10, 2018, Pflugerville, TX

Summary

Outline

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

Zac Poonen's testimony of finding assurance in God's WordZac shares how he struggled for years with assurance of salvation until a single verse in John gripped his heart and anchored his faith.

Keeping emotions in proper perspectiveAnnie advises young women not to rely purely on feelings or backslidden emotions, but to ensure their walk with the Lord is right so He can guide their choice.

Putting Christ first, family second, and ministry thirdZac outlines his ordering of life priorities, explaining that a healthy family life must precede public ministry.

The importance of prayer and grounding children in ScriptureZac emphasizes that prayer is essential in parenting, and shares how they taught their children doctrine and God's Word interactively.

Cake cutting and closing prayerThe conference participants celebrate the couple's 50th wedding anniversary with a cake-cutting tradition, followed by testimonies and a closing prayer of thanksgiving.

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