Session 2 - Walking with Power in the Inner Man – Santosh Poonen – WOF 2017 Austin CFC
Weekend of Fellowship at Austin CFC, Oct 28 & 29, 2017 Theme - Living in the Kingdom of Heaven
Summary
The speaker reflects on the profound nature of Christ's suffering, drawing from Hebrews 5:7 to emphasize that Jesus cried out with loud crying and tears due to his godly fear regarding sin. He then draws a parallel between this spiritual state and the innocence of children, arguing that true discipleship requires becoming like a child—unaffected by worldly status or opposition—to offer praise and devotion to God.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
The godly fear and tears of JesusJesus offered prayers with loud crying and tears out of a godly fear that He might buy into the decaying worldly system and lose dependence on His Father.Hebrews 5:7
Children are unaffected by worldly greatnessChildren remain completely unimpressed by presidents, athletes, or famous figures, illustrating the childlike attitude believers must have toward the world.
The pure praise of children in the templeWhen adults grew quiet in fear of the Pharisees, children continued praising Jesus purely because they were entirely unaffected by human intimidation.Matthew 21:14–16
What God calls an abomination in the New CovenantWhile the world and corrupted churches chase after greatness, fame, and Grammy-winning artists, God calls that system of imitating Babylon an abomination.
Listening to the voice of the Holy SpiritBelievers must become sensitive to the Holy Spirit and learn to turn off worldly distractions just as Jesus shuts things off spiritually.
Jesus builds His church by weeding out the crowdsJesus purposely preached hard messages in John 6 that offended superficial followers, reducing the crowd of thousands down to the twelve disciples.
Separating the wrapping from the goldMiracles, signs, and earthly experiences are merely the temporary wrapping, whereas knowing Christ and His words of eternal life is the true treasure.
Where shall we go?Echoing Peter's confession, true disciples stay with Jesus not for signs and wonders, but because He alone has the words of eternal life.
The kingdom of God is within youThe kingdom of God does not come with visible signs to be observed, but is an internal power to live just as Jesus lived.
Only Jesus can live like JesusTrying to obey God in human strength results in failure; true Christian living requires Christ to control this bodily shell entirely.1 John 2:6
Crucified with ChristFor Christ to live through the believer in Galatians 2:20, the self-life must first be put to death through the message of the cross in verse 19.
A cup of sweet water cannot spill bitter waterWhen tested and shaken by difficult circumstances, a life filled with Christ's sweet water will never produce a bitter reaction or temper tantrum.
The kingdom of God is in power, not wordsTrue spiritual power in God's kingdom comes through going down and humbling oneself, unlike the world's pursuit of titles and higher positions.1 Corinthians 4:20
The rich young ruler missed the first questionThe rich young ruler relied on his self-righteousness and kept commandments, missing the foundational surrender required at the very beginning.Matthew 19:16–22
Paul's response to encountering JesusUnlike the rich young ruler, Paul counted all his religious achievements and earthly gains as absolute rubbish to gain Christ and His righteousness.Philippians 3:4–9
Pressing on to lay hold of Christ's purposeBelievers must abandon their own goals and ambitions, pressing on to fully attain that for which Christ Jesus laid hold of them.
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