19th Feb 2023 - CFC Bangalore - Sunday Church Service | Don't Offer To God What Costs You Nothing
19th Feb 2023 - CFC Bangalore - Sunday Church Service | Don't Offer To God What Costs You Nothing - Zac Poonen | Our Attitude Towards God And People - Ezekiaraj | Forsaking Our Will And Choosing God's Will Is The Best Offering - Jesudoss For more sermons please visit https://www.cfcindia.com/
Summary
The message contrasts the Old Covenant experience of hearing God's word, which often resulted in fear and withdrawal (like at Mount Sinai), with the New Covenant reality. In the New Covenant, believers are encouraged to desire and welcome hearing God's word, recognizing that God's communication now brings life and desire rather than terror.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Opening worship songsThe service begins with congregational singing focused on the holiness of the Trinity and the glory of God.
The victory in the name of JesusA powerful song celebrates how pleading the name of Jesus brings victory over Satan, sin, and death.
Preparing our hearts for prayerThe speaker invites the congregation to quiet their minds and turn their attention away from distractions to focus on God's sovereignty.
Opening prayer and worshipThe service begins with a time of praise, thanking God for His mercy, grace, and the sacrifice of Jesus.
Reviewing scripture promises and commandsThe speaker recaps last week's promise from Psalm 138 and introduces this week's command from Isaiah 55 to seek the Lord while He may be found.
Learning from the difference between Cain and AbelBy examining why God accepted Abel's offering but not Cain's, the speaker teaches that true worship requires giving our very best rather than just what is convenient.
Learning from Abraham's sacrificeUsing the story of Abraham and Isaac, the speaker illustrates that true devotion to God requires offering something that actually costs us something.
The difference between Cain and Abel's offeringsWhile many bring offerings to God, the speaker distinguishes between those who simply attend and those like Abel who strive to give their very best.Genesis 4:3
Mastering the sin of comparisonThe speaker warns that comparing ourselves to others breeds pride or jealousy, and we must master these impulses so that sin does not become our master.
God asks questions to reveal our true heartsJust as God asked Adam if he ate from the tree to prompt a confession, He asks us questions through our conscience to see if we will be honest about our sins.
We are responsible for our brothers and sistersRejecting the idea that we are not our brother's keeper, the speaker argues that true spiritual growth comes from having a genuine concern for others in the church rather than just seeking personal benefit.
The blood of Jesus speaks better than the blood of AbelWhile Abel's blood cried out for vengeance, the blood of Jesus cries out for forgiveness, teaching us to choose mercy over retaliation when we are hurt.
Giving your best to the MasterThe speaker encourages believers to give their highest priority and the strength of their youth to serving God.
Learning from Mary's costly devotionUsing the example of Mary in John 12, the speaker shows how her growth led her to offer something precious and costly rather than something easy or common.
The danger of offering without obedienceDrawing from Isaiah, the speaker warns that religious offerings become abominable to God if they are accompanied by a refusal to submit one's will to His way.
