24th Nov 2019 -Blore Conf 2019-Session 6 - God's Shepherds And God's Promises - Bro Zac
24th Nov 2019 - Bangalore Conference 2019 - God's Shepherds And God's Promises - Bro Zac. 9:30am to 11am IST. Session 6. For more sermons please visit https://www.cfcindia.com/
Summary
The speaker reflects on the provision and faithfulness of God, noting that the greatest blessings are not material but the growth of disciples and godly leaders. He emphasizes that Jesus viewed people with compassion, and therefore, believers should emulate that compassion for those in their immediate circles. The core message is a call to be a true witness to Christ in one's small sphere of influence, even if the results are not guaranteed.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
How God has faithfully provided for conferences without taking offeringsThe conference has met for over forty years, offering free food and accommodation without ever taking a single financial collection.
Having the eyes of Jesus to see the world with compassionJesus looks at multitudes with compassion like sheep without a shepherd, and believers should have the same heart for their small circles of influence.Matthew 9:36–38
Seeking the supernatural anointing of the Holy Spirit for boldnessEven Jesus prayed for the Holy Spirit at His baptism before beginning His ministry, showing that human knowledge and perfection are not enough to serve God.
Recognizing that no one can oppose you without God's permissionDrawing from Joseph and David's experiences, the speaker explains that enemies can only raise a hand or speak against a believer if God permits it.Genesis 41:14
Granting future forgiveness to those who oppose or criticize youJesus forgave those who spoke against the Son of Man years in advance, teaching believers to harbor zero bitterness and forgive all harms instantly.
Being imitators of God by forgiving one anotherThe true way to imitate God is not primarily through doing miracles, but by constantly forgiving others just as Christ has forgiven us.Ephesians 5:1
Clearing the mental hard drive of evil done by othersThe speaker shares a personal prayer asking God to wipe away memories of evil done by others and good done by oneself, while remembering scripture and personal sins.
The need for true shepherds instead of exploitative preachersMany people today are like sheep without a shepherd, exploited by prosperity preachers, leading Jesus to instruct His disciples to pray for true workers.Matthew 9:36–38
Acknowledging sin and finding shepherds with God's own heartGod calls faithless people to return and acknowledge their sin, promising to bring them to a new covenant church led by shepherds who possess His heart.
Following Christ's example by loving until the endJust as Jesus loved His disciples to the end even when they would abandon Him, believers must love difficult family members and others with firm, unwavering love.John 13:1
A concluding call to study God's Word and pray for future generationsThe speaker encourages young believers to diligently study the Word of God and prays for God to raise up faithful new generations of spiritual leaders.
