All That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 7 of 80) - Zac Poonen (with Romanian Subtitles)
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Summary
The speaker emphasizes that Christians must diligently teach everything Jesus commanded, noting that a lack of this teaching leads to conflict, sin, and a poor testimony within the church. He traces the core message from John the Baptist—to repent and turn from earthly focus to the coming Kingdom of Heaven—through Jesus' ministry and the outpouring of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost. Ultimately, the Kingdom of God is defined not by earthly prosperity or physical healing, but by the righteousness of God imputed to us through Christ and manifested internally by the Holy Spirit.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Teaching all that Jesus commandedThe Great Commission requires teaching believers to obey everything Jesus commanded, which is neglected today and leads to compromise and conflict among Christians.
What does repent mean?Repentance means to turn around completely, like a military about-turn of the mind away from the earthly promises and material focus of the Old Covenant.
The same message preached by Jesus and PeterJesus and later the Apostle Peter both picked up John the Baptist's baton, preaching the exact same message of repentance for the kingdom of heaven.Matthew 4:17
What is the kingdom of God?The kingdom of God is not about material prosperity or physical healing, but rather righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit dwelling within us.Romans 14:17
The kingdom coming with power on the day of PentecostJesus prophesied that some standing before Him would see the kingdom of God come with power, which was fulfilled when the Holy Spirit was given.Mark 9:1
The gospel of the kingdom in the last daysBefore the end comes, the gospel of the kingdom—righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit—will be preached as a witness to all nations.Matthew 24:14
Cleaning the cup and filling it with milkJust as a father cleans a dirty cup before filling it with milk, Christ first cleanses our hearts and then fills them with the righteousness and peace of God.
The difference between the Old and New CovenantsUnder the Old Covenant, the Spirit flowed upon anointed people whose inner lives were still flawed; under the New Covenant, the cup is turned right-side up and filled from within.
Rivers of living water from the innermost beingJesus promised that rivers of living water would flow from the innermost being of believers once the Holy Spirit was given after His glorification.John 7:38–39
Sins covered versus sins cleansedOld Testament sins were merely covered by animal sacrifices, but Christ's blood completely cleanses our hearts so the Holy Spirit can dwell within.Psalm 32:1
Repentance is the starting lineWe do not overcome sin to earn the Holy Spirit; rather, we turn around in our attitude, desiring to forsake all sin, and receive the Spirit to help us overcome.
The missing message of repentance in ChristendomModern hymns and messages often focus exclusively on believing while omitting the necessary call to repentance and turning from sin.
Preaching repentance towards God and faith in ChristThe Apostle Paul consistently preached both repentance toward God—turning away from everything against Him—and faith in the Lord Jesus Christ.Acts 20:21
Turning from idols to serve the living GodAn idol is anything that takes the place of God in your heart, whether health, wealth, family, or career, and true repentance means turning away from all such idols.1 Thessalonians 1:9
Seeking God's kingdom firstWhen we seek God's kingdom and righteousness first, He faithfully provides all our earthly necessities.Matthew 6:33
