CFC Daily Devotions - Zac Poonen
Excerpt from the message: Sanctification | 2. A Renewed Soul - Zac Poonen
To listen to the complete message click here : https://cfcindia.com/sermon/a-renewed-soul
Visit our website for more information: https://www.cfcindia.com
Summary
The message urges believers to set their minds on heavenly things rather than earthly concerns, drawing from Colossians 3:1-2 and Romans 12:2. This transformation involves adopting a heavenly perspective in all circumstances, which brings rest by affirming that God is always in control, even when things go wrong. Ultimately, living as a favorite child of God allows one's life to testify to the Father's love.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Setting our minds on things aboveUsing Colossians 3:1-2, the speaker explains that because believers are spiritually raised with Christ, they must focus their thoughts on heavenly realities rather than earthly concerns.Romans 12:2
Thinking from a heavenly standpointSince believers are positionally seated in the heavenly places with Christ, they must allow the Holy Spirit to transform their way of thinking to match this spiritual reality.
The discipline of mental transformationChanging one's mindset is a struggle at first, much like learning to swim or brush your teeth, but through discipline, it eventually becomes an automatic habit.
Finding rest in God's sovereignty during bad newsWhen unexpected or difficult things happen, we can find peace by remembering that nothing surprises God and that He allows all things for a wonderful purpose.
Trusting that God is in controlBelievers can resist anxiety by constantly reminding themselves that God remains in control of the universe even when circumstances appear wrong or chaotic.
Resisting fear with eternal truthsThe devil uses fear to make us forget that the enemy was defeated on the cross and that we are beloved children of God.
Living as a favorite child of GodEmbracing our identity as the 'disciple whom Jesus loved' brings comfort and allows us to live in a way that demonstrates God's love to the world.
The certainty of God's provision and solutionsBy setting our minds on the fact that God has a plan and a solution for every problem, we can live a life of true rest.
CFC Daily Devotions - Zac Poonen
Excerpt from the message: Sanctification | 2. A Renewed Soul - Zac Poonen
To listen to the complete message click here : https://cfcindia.com/sermon/a-renewed-soul
Visit our website for more information: https://www.cfcindia.com
Summary
The message urges believers to set their minds on heavenly things rather than earthly concerns, drawing from Colossians 3:1-2 and Romans 12:2. This transformation involves adopting a heavenly perspective in all circumstances, which brings rest by affirming that God is always in control, even when things go wrong. Ultimately, living as a favorite child of God allows one's life to testify to the Father's love.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Setting our minds on things aboveUsing Colossians 3:1-2, the speaker explains that because believers are spiritually raised with Christ, they must focus their thoughts on heavenly realities rather than earthly concerns.Romans 12:2
Thinking from a heavenly standpointSince believers are positionally seated in the heavenly places with Christ, they must allow the Holy Spirit to transform their way of thinking to match this spiritual reality.
The discipline of mental transformationChanging one's mindset is a struggle at first, much like learning to swim or brush your teeth, but through discipline, it eventually becomes an automatic habit.
Finding rest in God's sovereignty during bad newsWhen unexpected or difficult things happen, we can find peace by remembering that nothing surprises God and that He allows all things for a wonderful purpose.
Trusting that God is in controlBelievers can resist anxiety by constantly reminding themselves that God remains in control of the universe even when circumstances appear wrong or chaotic.
Resisting fear with eternal truthsThe devil uses fear to make us forget that the enemy was defeated on the cross and that we are beloved children of God.
Living as a favorite child of GodEmbracing our identity as the 'disciple whom Jesus loved' brings comfort and allows us to live in a way that demonstrates God's love to the world.
The certainty of God's provision and solutionsBy setting our minds on the fact that God has a plan and a solution for every problem, we can live a life of true rest.
