NCCF Church Sharing - May 26, 2019

May 28, 201921mWatch on YouTube

Speaker: Church Title: Church Sharing Date: 05-26-2019 Our Goal as Christians is this: To be an exact reflection of Jesus, the Son of God (Romans 8:29) We do this individually by growing in purity in our personal lives (1 John 3:2-3) We do this corporately by becoming fully functioning members of a local Church (Ephesians 4:11-16)

Summary

The speaker discusses three responses to life's 'mountains' or challenges: unbelief, relying on personal strength, or trusting in God's supplied strength. He emphasizes that the true response of faith is to declare that he can overcome any obstacle not by might, but by the Spirit, citing Zechariah 4. The core message is that believers are more than conquerors because they rely on God's grace and strength, which is sufficient even in weakness.

Outline

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

I can do all things through him who strengthens mePaul's promise in Philippians carries a message of triumph for every mountain, severe trial, or sin we face.Philippians 4:13

The first response: Unbelief and a victim mindsetWe can look at a mountain with unbelief, deciding it is too high and giving into self-pity or wanting to turn back.

The second response: Pride and self-relianceWe can mistakenly think we can overcome obstacles in our own strength, leading to failure just like Peter.

The third response: Faith in the strength God suppliesThe response that pleases God relies entirely on the strength He provides, making us victors rather than victims.

Being more than conquerors through His graceGod's sufficient grace and strength allow us to crush our mountains like anthills and always lead us in triumph.2 Corinthians 12:9Romans 8:37

A personal lesson on relying on words versus spiritual truthSharing a memory verse during an exam without truly knowing Christ resulted in partial failure, proving that knowing words isn't enough.

Doing things of eternal value through His strengthThrough Christ who strengthens us, we can rejoice always, be anxious for nothing, put away malice, and love our enemies.Philippians 4:4Philippians 4:6Ephesians 4:31–32

Apart from Christ we can do nothingJust like a branch must stay on the tree, we must remain in Christ to bear fruit and accomplish things of eternal value.John 15:3

Learning contentment and inner strengthening from Paul's examplePaul learned the secret of being content whether rich or poor, relying on God to be made powerful inwardly rather than outwardly.

Overcoming the flesh and the fear of manInstead of letting human limitations and fear stop us from sharing our faith, we stand on God's word and confess what we believe.Romans 8:7

Not ashamed of the gospel of salvationThe righteous shall live by faith, finding freedom from sin and guilt through the incredible love of Jesus Christ.

Walking a triumphant life in unityGod leads believers from faith to faith, bringing them into a church family and calling them to make disciples.

Choosing God's will at every crossroads of lifeThe purpose of life is to do God's will, depending on Him at every junction and bringing delight to our Heavenly Father.

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